2nd Alarm Project Radio

2nd Alarm Project Radio is the official podcast of the 2nd Alarm Project where we explore the depths of resilience, share stories of strength, and provide a platform for the crucial discussions about mental health in the first responder community. So whether you wear the uniform or stand alongside those who do, sit back and enjoy the show.

2nd Alarm Project Radio is a health podcast hosted by 2nd Alarm Project, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

2nd Alarm Project hosts 2nd Alarm Project Radio, a health show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Sleepless Nights |Tackling the Impact of Shift Work on Mental Health

  May 29, 202546 minS2

  <p >In this episode of 2nd Alarm Project Radio, we tackle one of the most overlooked threats to first responder wellness: sleep deprivation and shift work. Host Mike Bellamy is joined by Dr. Kellie O'Dare and Dr. Joel Billings, a former firefighter and sleep scientist, to break down how irregular sleep patterns affect everything from decision-making to long-term mental health.</p> <p >Dr. Billings brings a unique blend of personal and professional experience to the conversation—starting as a volunteer firefighter and now serving as a sleep researcher and professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The team dives deep into the sc...

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  Episode #2

  A New Era in First Responder Mental Health: The 2nd Alarm Project Joins Forces with UCF RESTORES

  Mar 7, 202549 minS2

  <p>In this exciting episode of 2nd Alarm Project Radio, we break down a game-changing partnership between UCF RESTORES and the 2nd Alarm Project. Host Mike Bellamy is joined by two pioneers in first responder mental health—Dr. Deborah Beidel, Executive Director of UCF RESTORES, and Dr. Kellie O'Dare, Deputy Director, UCF RESTORES & founder of the 2nd Alarm Project—to discuss what this collaboration means for the future of behavioral health support.</p> <p>This merger is a major step toward expanding access to evidence-based treatments for first responders, with a strong focus on peer support, trauma-informed care, and clinician trai...

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  Episode #1

  The Impacts of Service: Understanding Moral Injury in First Responders

  Jan 30, 202536 minS2

  <p>In this compelling episode of 2nd Alarm Project Radio, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of moral injury with Wendy Norris, a firefighter, certified grief educator, and founder of the Texas Line of Duty Task Force. Wendy shares her journey in the fire service, spanning over 30 years, and how a devastating career-ending injury reshaped her purpose.</p> <p>Wendy explains moral injury—a spiritual and emotional wound that arises when personal values or beliefs are violated—and its profound impact on first responders. She discusses how it differs from post-traumatic stress and why addressing the spiritual dimension of wellness is es...

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  Episode #10

  Stories That Shaped the Year | Our 2024 Year in Review Episode

  Dec 20, 202442 minS1

  <p>Stories That Shaped the Year | Our 2024 Year in Review Episode</p> <p>In this special year-in-review episode, we take you on a journey through the highlights of Second Alarm Project Radio's inaugural year. From insightful conversations with mental health experts to powerful stories of resilience from first responders, we revisit the moments that made the biggest impact.</p> <p>We dive into topics like the Struggle Well framework, Behavioral Health Navigation, peer support initiatives, and critical incident response. Join us as we reflect on the lessons we've learned, celebrate the growth we've achieved, and look ahead to what's next...

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  Episode #9

  From Darkness to Light: Deputy Bruce's Journey to Wellness and the Importance of First Responders Focusing on Mental Health

  Sep 15, 202448 minS1

  <p >In this powerful episode of 2nd Alarm Project Radio, hosts Mike Bellamy and Dr. Kellie O'Dare continue the critical conversation on suicide prevention in the first responder community. Joined by Deputy Heather Bruce, a 17-year law enforcement veteran from Northwest Florida, we explore the deeply personal and professional challenges Heather has faced throughout her career. From her early days as a crime scene technician to her journey as a law enforcement officer, Heather shares her story of trauma, emotional compartmentalization, and the moment she reached out for help after battling depression and suicidal ideations.</p> <p >Heather candidly discusses...

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