The First Responder’s Podcast

An inside look at what it’s like to be a first responder

The First Responder’s Podcast is a government podcast hosted by brianmiller1963, with 16 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.

brianmiller1963 hosts The First Responder’s Podcast, a government show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #22

  From Applicant to Captain: Inside a U.S. Capitol Police Career

  Oct 11, 20251h 9mS0

  <p>Host Brian Miller interviews retired U.S. Capitol Police Captain Jeff Wills about his 29-year career, tracing his path from application and academy to assignments in patrol, protective details, communications, internal affairs, and command roles.</p> <p>The episode covers landmark moments like 9/11 and multiple inaugurations, discusses training, leadership, and department units (SWAT, K9, threat assessment), and offers practical advice for those considering a career with the Capitol Police.</p>

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  Episode #20

  When the Badge Gets Heavy: Why First Responders Need Peer Support

  Oct 3, 202531 minS0

  <p>Host Brian Miller sits down with Kym, a peer support team member, to explain what peer support looks like for first responders, the training involved (including CISM), and how confidentiality and peer-to-peer care help address trauma, suicide risk, and job stress.</p> <p>They discuss overcoming stigma, generational differences, accessing help, and why every department—large or small—should consider peer support as a vital resource.</p>

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  Episode #18

  Island Beat: Inside Key West Police — Policing a world famous vacation location

  Sep 25, 202518 minS0

  <p>Chief Sean Brandenburg and Captain Bradley Lariz share how the Key West Police Department balances island life with big-city demands, covering recruitment, training, staffing challenges, and the unique impact of tourism.</p> <p>They describe department structure and specialties—K-9, mounted patrol, marine units, and a Special Response Team—while highlighting community support and the agency’s family culture.</p>

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  Episode #19

  Policing Paradise: Inside the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office

  Sep 18, 202530 minS0

  <p>Your host Brian Miller sits down with Sheriff Ramsey of Monroe County, Florida, about leading a full-service sheriff’s office that covers 120 miles of islands and serves both residents and millions of seasonal visitors.</p> <p>They discuss department structure, staffing and hiring challenges, training and accreditation, community-oriented policing, and the use of drones, aviation and specialized teams to meet the unique demands of the Keys.</p>

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  Episode #17

  From South Philly Lifeguard to Camden County Paramedic: Anthony's Journey

  Sep 5, 202534 minS0

  <p>Host Brian Miller interviews Anthony Siciliano about his 25+ year EMS career — from lifeguard beginnings and hospital cath labs to paramedic instruction, international contracting, and seven COVID deployments.</p> <p>The conversation covers starting a new county EMS, rural call challenges, modern equipment and staffing shortages, and lessons learned running and teaching in diverse environments.</p>

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