Igniting The Shift Within
by Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.)
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About this podcast
Join host Lt. David Dachinger (Ret.) on "Igniting the Shift Within," your backstage pass to all things innovative and transformative in the world of firefighting. We’re your launchpad to revolutionize how you think, work, and lead. Sometimes, traditional ways clash with the need for change. That's where we come in, slicing through the noise with insights that matter.
So, whether you’re chilling at the firehouse or cruising down the freeway on your daily commute, plug in and get ready to ignite the shift within.
Episodes
- Building Better Support Systems: How Command Counseling Leads the Way with Guest Marie Gumá · 40 min · Episode 18In this installment of "Igniting the Shift Within," host David Dachinger sits down with Marie Guma, founder of Command Counseling Center, to rip the lid off how clinicians are…
- How Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell Is Shaping the Future of Firefighting · 30 min · Episode 17Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, is a true leader in fire safety and emergency response. In this episode of Igniting the Shift Within, host David Dachinger sits down with Dr…
- Pioneering Wellness in Fire Station Design with Guest Chief John Curd · 51 min · Episode 16In this episode of Igniting the Shift Within, Chief John M. Curd Jr. of Riviera Beach (FL) Fire Rescue speaks with host David Dachinger about the complexities of fire station…
- Brick by Brick Leadership with Guest Captain Nicholle Brock · 30 min · Episode 15David speaks with Captain Nicholle Brock about Leadership, The Silent Suffering in the Fire Service, and her book, Brick by Brick: Building Resilience in Chaos and Kindness—by…
- Gear Up for Life with Essential Decon Tactics with Guest Tonya Herbert · 34 min · Episode 14In this installment of "Igniting the Shift Within," host and Stage 4 cancer survivor David Dachinger welcomes Tonya Herbert, owner of Thin Red Line Decon and Florida PPE…
- Strategies to Battle Stress, Conquer Cortisol, and Maximize Detox with Guest Dr. Angela Mazza · 31 min · Episode 13David Dachinger sits down with Dr. Angela Mazza from the Metabolic Center for Wellness to discuss the endocrine challenges firefighters face both on and off the job. It’s not…
- Ditch the Drama and Fight Fire with Focus with Guest Greg Kruger · 41 minIn this episode, David speaks with guest Greg Kruger, founder and leadership coach at Forgotten Truth Coaching, who specializes in the connection between neurology and…
- Crack the Code to Better Sleep with Dr. Leah Kaylor · 47 min · Season 1 Episode 11We dive into the gritty reality of sleep for firefighters with Dr. Leah Kaylor, the FBI's sleep expert for over 5 years, who’s got the intel you need to crush fatigue and fire up…
- Faith, Fellowship, and Healing After Line-of-Duty Loss with Lt. Billy Kanych (Ret.) · 43 min · Season 1 Episode 10David sits down with Retired Lt. Billy Kanych from the Yonkers Fire Department as he shares his firsthand account of a line-of-duty death during a devastating fire in 2009. Billy…
- The Firefighter Sleep Crisis with Dr. Sara Jahnke · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 9Join us for a wake-up call with Dr. Sara Jahnke. We will examine the impact of shift work on firefighter health and performance. We will also cover various shift schedules and…
- Our Own Worst Enemies? Gender Dynamics in Fire/EMS with Guest Jesalyn Moore, LCSW · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 8In this episode, we discuss the challenges women face in fire and EMS, especially the impact of the 'Mean Girl' effect. We talk with Health and Wellness Manager Jesalyn Moore…
- Tactical Strategies to De-Stress On and Off the Job with Guest Tamara Green, LCSW · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 7In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges firefighters face, from high-stress environments to emotional triggers. Our expert guest, Tamara Green, LCSW is a mental…
- Promotional Prep 101: Fueling Your Future with Guest Al Pratts · 36 min · Season 1 Episode 6Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the complex dynamics between the promotional process and mental health for firefighters. Deputy Chief Al Pratts, Instructor, and…
- Shrinks Unwrapped with Guest Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW, EMT · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 5Join us for a compelling episode as EMDR trauma therapist Bonnie Rumilly pulls back the curtain on the often misunderstood world of therapy. Ever curious about what really…
- Adapting Leadership Across Generations with Guest Chief Dan Kramer · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 4David is joined by former fire chief Dan Kramer, Owner and Principal Consultant at First Due Leadership Consulting, to discuss bridging generational gaps in the fire service…
- Stress to Strength: The Power of Retreats with Guest Dr. Tracy Hejmanowski · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 2In this episode, Dr. Tracy Hejmanowski discusses the essential practice of resetting and recalibrating for firefighters. She highlights the risk of losing compassion and judgment…
- Forging Your Team with Guest Johnny Torgeson · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 1On our inaugural episode, our guest is Chief Officer Johnny Torgeson (aka Dr. JT). We will explore the topic of team building: How can it transform your department? Dr. JT will…
- Brain Optimization for High Performance with Guest Dr. Pamela Seraphine · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 3In this episode of "Igniting the Shift Within," David sits down with Dr. Pamela Seraphine, a renowned neuroscientist and author, to discuss brain optimization for firefighters…
