Frontline Mindset
Frontline Mindset is a podcast dedicated to the firefighters, EMTs, and medics who show up every day—ready to lead, serve, and grow. Hosted by Deputy Fire Chief Robert Ridley, the show tackles the real issues facing emergency services: leadership, operational readiness, behavioral health, trauma, and the evolving risks of the job, including violence against first responders. With over two decades in the fire service, Robert brings hard-earned experience, honest dialogue, and a deep respect for the mission. Each episode features candid monologues, field-tested lessons, and conversations with professionals who are pushing the fire and EMS communities forward. Whether you’re a frontline firefighter, a company officer, or someone dedicated to the mission of public safety, Frontline Mindset is here to help you lead with clarity, train with purpose, and stay connected to the core values that drive this work. Because it’s not just about getting through the job—it’s about doing it with excellence, with integrity, and with your crew by your side.
Episodes
In this episode of Frontline Mindset, Rob breaks down the growing spectrum of violence first responders face—from assaults and stabbings to vehicle rammings and ambush-style shootings. Drawing on real incidents and his class Active Shooter: Fire Department Personnel in the Line of Fire, Rob highlights how these threats are evolving—and what we must do to stay ahead of them.
In this powerful conversation, Rob sits down with firefighter/paramedic Megan Funk to tackle one of the fastest-growing challenges in emergency services—mental health calls. Megan shares her path into the fire service, the increasing frequency of psychiatric emergencies, and how her department is adapting through hands-on EMS training and a renewed focus on compassionate care. Together, they explore the real-world struggles of pati...
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