22 at the lips by Alexis Stout

🚑 🎙️ I'm VERY excited to share my interview with Eric Bauer from FlightBridgeEd finally!!!

🚑 🎙️ Part 2 of my BIG interview with Peter Eastwick!!!

🚑🚨 Hi all! In my latest episode, Peter Eastwick joined me to chat about transitioning from a medic in Australia to the U.S.A. and the challenges, similarities, and differences that he experienced. 

🚑 🎙️Reed from @rescuerendezvous joined me to share his perspective of being a flight medic on the Army side and his mission to provide quick pointers of education at the most basic level for providers!

🚑 🎙️ In today's jam-packed episode with EMS 20/20, we go “behind the scenes” of imposter syndromes that Chris & Spencer deal with and the whole-perspective view of what a job in EMS means. Also, does Chris really have a Tesla?

Dwayne has returned to talk about his first year as a flight medic and obtaining his FP-C, what studying and dealing with imposter syndrome entailed, and how his new field has impacted him.

🚑🎙️Matt joins the podcast again to chat about a topic I take VERY seriously because I deal with it: anaphylaxis.

You might recognize our guest this week! Mike Turconi from @maccheronimedic on Instagram and from Master Your Medics joins me to get into a conversation and stories about responding to trauma calls.

🚑🎙️ How do you get good at making a differential diagnosis?

🚑 🎙️ In our new episode this week, I wanted to debunk some misconceptions and myths about hospice and how it works. RN Bobbie Griffith walks us through what hospice care is like and what entails. 

🚑🎙️  In my new episode with Ryan Moore, we talked about his experience in EMS and his passion for teaching and instructing EMS students, the debate of 12-hour shifts versus 24s and 48s, and the importance for EMS providers to grasp the art of giving a death notification.

We're gonna be breaking down a patient and their emergency from a new perspective today.  Robert Martin joins me to discuss his perspective as a parent when his son went into cardiac arrest and the events that unfolded after. 

🚑🎙️ Today is a solo episode! In this week's episode, I wanted to address and discuss potential biases with healthcare providers during patient care. 

🚑🎙️Today, Dr. Peter Antevy and I finish our conversation discussing his extremely useful content for learning on @reelemergency and the ups and downs of innovation in EMS!

🚑🎙️I’ve been so excited to post this episode! This week I’m joined by Dr. Peter Antevy, and we get to explore how he created the Handtevy method, working with peds patients and our love of EMS! 

🚑🎙️ Joining us today is the incredible artist Dan Sundahl. You'll absolutely recognize the works of art he creates representing the experiences of first responders. Together, we dive into his process, journey,  healing, and so much more! 

Phil Klein from the EXCELLENT Stories From the Road podcast joins us once again to share a bit about why he started his podcast, the value of sharing stories in EMS, working private and public and a whole lot more in this week's episode!

🚑🚨Josh from @nomadic.clinician on Instagram and I finish talking about his field training officer experience, some teaching styles that may or may not be helpful, and a whole lot more in the final part of our episode!

🚑🚨This week, a great friend of mine, Josh from @nomadic.clinician on Instagram, shares his experiences working as an FTO, teaching and leaving an effect on students,  among the many other topics that we delve into.

🚑🚨Alexis and Ginger Locke finish their conversation exploring how much you need to know all at once in EMS, why Ginger started her podcast Medic Mindset, the benefit of hearing new perspectives, and SO much more!

🚑🚨Host of the Medic Mindset podcast, Ginger Locke, joins Alexis to delve into a variety of topics about women working in EMS: differing experiences, gender-specific challenges in the field, and so much more!

🚑🎙️Alexi Odland finishes her discussion with Alexis, discussing her decision to transition from EMT to paramedic, her experiences and advice for school, and what she's learned from her colleagues.

🚑🎙️Our special guest this week is paramedic student Alexi Odland. Together, she and Alexis break down why Alexi decided to take the leap from being an EMT to a paramedic, along with the experience of school and learning from her partners. 

🚑🎙️Pediatric ICU Nurse Meg Brazzel finishes her discussion with Alexis on working with parents and their sick kids. Be sure to follow @your.rapid.response.nurse on Instagram for more of her great tips and lessons!

🚑🎙️Joining Alexis this week is Pediatric ICU Nurse Meg Brazzel! Their discussion revolves around working with sick kids and the variety of different challenges that can present in those situations.

James Boomhower of Stay Fit 4 Duty rejoins the podcast to talk with host Alexis Hardwick about mental resilience in EMS. They provide tips and strategies for emergency responders dealing with the mental health aspects of the job.

David Givot, a paramedic, lawyer, and author of "Sirens, Lights, & Lawyers: The Law & Other Really Important Stuff EMS Providers Never Learned in School," joins Alexis to finish their discussion on the legal aspects and issues in EMS.

In this week's episode, Alexis unpacks legal aspects and issues in EMS with Paramedic, Lawyer and author of Sirens, Lights, and Lawyers: The Law & Other Really Important Stuff EMS Providers Never Learned in School, David Givot.

Alexis and her guest Adam Stanchak continue their discussion on Critical Incident Stress Management in EMS.

In this week's episode, Alexis is joined by Adam Stanchak, who shares his experience of working in Critical Incident Stress Management in EMS.

Jennah, an experienced EMS provider, discusses the often-overlooked topic of handling psychiatric patients in the field with Alexis on the podcast. They touch on Jennah's background, including her experience in EMS, her preference for 911 calls, and her love for working with psychiatric patients. Alexis and Jennah discuss the challenges of psychiatric calls and the importance of scene safety, verbal de-escalation, and empathy. They stress the need for constant awareness, teamwork and the potential risks involved in these calls.

Critical Care Paramedic Chris Hollett and Alexis discuss supraglottic airways (SGAs) and endotracheal tubes (ET tubes), stressing the importance of proper oxygenation and ventilation for patients. The choice between SGA and ET intubation depends on various factors like patient condition, tools, and space. 

This week, we're diving into the fascinating world of superstitions in EMS. We'll be exploring beliefs about full moons, taboo phrases, haunted ambulances, and more! 

Alexis is joined by Critical Care Paramedic Ben Tacy in part 2 of their interview. In this week's episode, they discuss the critical role of capnography in EMS for differential diagnoses and other pertinent topics. Ben shares his expertise and experiences to shed light on the importance of this lifesaving tool in emergency medical situations.

In this week's episode, Alexis is joined by Critical Care Paramedic Ben Tacy to talk about the transition from EMT to Paramedic, the importance of capnography in EMS for differential diagnoses, and a range of other related topics.

Alexis Hardwick and Matt Gehm are currently engaged in a thoughtful and informative discussion regarding the crucial elements that are necessary for delivering a successful trauma room report. 

Alexis Hardwick and Matt Gehm discuss the crucial elements of delivering an effective trauma room report in their conversation.

In this discussion, Alexis Hardwick delves into the topic of being a good partner.

On this episode, Flight Paramedic Geoff Murphy joins your host Alexis Hardwick to talk about the experience of "imposter syndrome" in EMS.

In this episode, get introduced to your host Alexis Hardwick and the mission of the podcast. 

In this part 3 of a 3-part series, I sat down with Alex Isaac as we discuss what it means when someone says "don't go into EMS" and the importance of considering that, birthing babies on calls, and the importance of an EMT-basic when it comes down to the wire of keeping BLS before ALS.

In this part 2 of a 3-part series, I sat down with Alex Isaac as we discuss being a female in EMS, the importance of having compassion in this field, haunted ambulances/EMS stations, the stigma of addiction, and a call involving baby Momma drama

In this part 1 of a 3-part series, I sat down with Alex Isaac as we discuss in this episode "a year in review" of being a grown-up paramedic, Alex's call that challenged her, and the importance of going with with your gut instinct when things aren't going all that well. 

In a galaxy far, far away... Okay, maybe it's just in a coffee shop in Church Point, LA, I sat down with Officer Mark as we talked about why he became a police officer and what he's passionate  about, how he practices going "beyond the call" in his line of work, what you should do if you get pulled over by a police officer- and, of course, crazy calls he's run. Enjoy this conversation and the ambiance provided as we dive deep into his story!

From the perspective of a mother of a child with special needs: Jenna and I talk about her pregnancy and the first year she's had with her beautiful baby, Jolie Katelyn, and navigating the early world of spina bifida, and her journey as a Medical Momma. Jenna also opens up about what first responders should do when going to an emergency with a child who may have special needs. Snatch up some dessert as sweet as Jenna is, and enjoy this episode I was honored to host with my dear friend. 

Cecil Fairchild is a man with a lot of experience and a heck of a lot of credentials behind his last name. I had the chance to talk to Cecil about a myriad of things: his experience going from being a ground medic to a flight paramedic, imposter syndrome, how terrible the yankauer suction is, working in the Louisiana National Guard, and the various calls he's run. It was a great time and discussion to record (twice) and I'm sure that you'll enjoy it. Grab a pancake, warm up some syrup, and enjoy!

In a style of crew change in EMS, I sat with Logan B. and Dwayne P. as we talked about a variety of subjects from what we love about the job, what makes the job hard, calls we've run, being "rejuvenated" in the job, and what it takes to be a paramedic. It's everything a crew change discussion is with depth, laughs, and insight to carry with you. Grab a cup of coffee, have a seat, and enjoy the conversation these two took me on.

Donovan has compassion for people and a desire to take care of others, and it's admirable. On this episode, Donovan talks about his initial rollercoaster of how he came into EMS, a call entailing an awkward assessment, and his advice to anyone thinking of going into EMS. Get your favorite ice cream out, and enjoy this conversation I was able to have with Donovan!

"At the core of what we do, it's helping others- and that's so much more fulfilling than helping yourself." 

"People call 9-1-1 because it's potentially the worst moment of their life, and now you have to be a voice of calm on the other side... and you can't see what's happening." 

Introducing: part one of mini-series of "Adventures in Dispatch." Trevor comes from my home state of Louisiana, and I'm proud to call him my friend and dispatcher, as well as paramedic colleague. Trevor talks about his experience in working as a medic-gone-dispatcher, as well as how it helped him in the field as a first responder. It was great to get his side of the field of dispatch and gain a new perspective of what goes on in the first line of 9-1-1 calls!

I don't often divulge into the difficult calls I've run, but Phil Klein allowed me to do so on this episode of his podcast that I was honored to be featured on. Check out this episode, and go find his podcast "Stories from the Road." 

Change is not something that people like, but we need- and this is the focus of what Laura Purdy, MD is driven in. Dr. Purdy and I have an honest conversation about how to connect paramedicine and community paramedicine with the field of telehealth and, at the core of what we do, care for people on another, greater level. I was honored to speak with her, and I can guarantee that everyone can learn something from Dr. Purdy. 

In light of recent events in the news, I give my honest answer to the question: did these medics murder this patient JUST because they transported a patient on the gurney face down? 

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Welcome to the first guest episode of 2023! We start our 2023 season with an interview I had with Dyllan, who works in a skilled assisted living center in Saint George, UT. I ask questions that, I feel, a lot of first responders have when it comes to going on calls at these type of facilities. We also talk about crazy calls  Dyllan had, as well as the call we ran together. Grab a glass of milk and a cinnamon roll, and enjoy!

I give a review of the stats of the podcast thus far from August 2022 to January 2023, and give a preview of who to look forward to hearing from this year. I also give an announcement of a new endeavor that I'll embark on. Listen in on what I've got brainstormed for this year coming up, and let's dream big!

The end of the year always brings a "slump" as we reflect on what we didn't get done this year, or maybe the hardships of the year, so I wanted to shed some positivity and optimism. I asked some people to share their "why" on why they love EMS/the healthcare industry! 

"And I see this child on the other side of the monitor, probably 7 or 8 years old, on the verge of crying... and I make eye contact with this child... and he jumps up and throws his arms around me and begins weeping..."

Skyler sat down with me and opened up about the fire academy he is involved in and really shows his heart toward fire education and his passion for being in the fire department. I really appreciate his dedication and his honesty about a topic not many people are able to experience. Microwave a hot pocket and grab a soda, we're diving deep into this one. 

Listen in as you, too, can "crush" on Cody as he discusses the importance of recognizing the dangers of rhabdomyolysis and the understanding of why our treatment for it is so crucial. 

"For me as the spouse, I need to give him grace, and everyday is going to be different. Some days will be good and others, he needs a support system. (...) Even as a spouse, I need a support system with the other people who understand what I go through." 

DISCLAIMER, this episode is NOT subject to EMS only! 

"Most members of the public don't fully comprehend how thin that thin, blue line really is." This is an episode with my Dad, retired police officer Lieutenant Fairbanks, where we talked about his previous career in law enforcement. We dive deep as we talked about bridging EMS and the police department, as well as questions I've had from interactions I've had on scenes with PD. It was an honor not only to have my dad on as a guest, but also to connect from a fellow first responder. Dad, I hope I've made you proud. 

“The reason why that call stands out to me is because I would like to think that if I had known his history, I would have done the exact same thing that I did.” I talked to one of my favorite people, Phil, about his beginnings in EMS and his podcast that reaches out to many first responders and leaves an impact on our community. Listen in to this episode as he gives a recollection of his own story that challenged him, and an open conversation on justice and judgment in EMS. 

We talked about Jacob tells his story of how he switched from a potential career in physical therapy into a career in EMS. We also discuss everything: giving Benadryl for abdominal patients, a call involving a patient fighting with a pogo stick, a call that challenged Jacob’s ethics, and divulge into Jacob’s vast wisdom- and we talk about calls we ran together. And on top of it all, Jacob flips the interview and interviews myself! 

I had the privilege of sitting down with James Boomhower, an incredible guy with an equally incredible mission. Listen in on the conversation we shared as he gives some excellent advice, wisdom, and we talk about a topic that needs to be addressed more. 

During our picnic, Dave explains the story behind his skeletons, talks about a call he ran with Jesus, and we have an honest, hard, and heartfelt conversation about the importance of support systems in EMS. I laughed, I teared up, and I can't thank Dave enough for not only his well-deserved insight and wisdom but also the friendship we've built. Grab a sandwich with us and join in on our picnic and discussion!

LISTENER SUGGESTION! Using this video: https://youtu.be/liIq27RztyY   I evaluate what the bystander can do in a situation where they would come across a scene like this and what can be done prior to first responders arrive.