What happens when the alarm goes quiet and the firefighter's shift ends? For many first responders, that's when their second (or third) career begins. This revealing conversation with Captain Travis Burton and entrepreneur Ben Gochberg explores the hidden reality of firefighters who balance emergency responses with multiple business ventures.

This episode dives deep into the emotional challenges of the fire service, from promotion disappointments to feeling unappreciated for extra contributions. Chief Cox offers powerful insights on handling these inevitable career moments with grace while protecting your mental health. His advice on energy management versus time management provides a practical framework for sustainable service.

Captain Robert Stephens takes us on a journey through his three-decade career spanning EMS, law enforcement, military service, and firefighting – revealing the mental health challenges and triumphs experienced along the way.

In this episode firefighter Brent Harding, Battalion Chief Josh Francis, and retired police officer, veteran, author, and licensed clinician Jeff Denning, discuss the how amongst military and first responders, burnout isn't just a possibility, but a looming threat. Jeff offers unique insights into this critical issue, revealing the symptoms and discussing potential solutions.

Brent Harding, Adam Hoglund, Sophie Archibald, and Tyler Hammond discuss the differences between being in executive brain mode and primitive brain mode when it is appropriate to use each, and what happens when one brain mode is overused.