Just a Little Salt: Badge 502 on EMS, Dispatch and Viral TikTok Fame
In this candid episode of “Just a Little Salt,” the Salty Paramedic sits down with Badge 502— Anthony Christian an EMT, 911 dispatcher, CPR instructor and viral content creator. Anthony shares his journey from retail to first responder during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, how creating humorous EMS videos started as a way to find levity in a demanding job, and unexpectedly blew up with millions of views. He dives into the challenges and emotional weight of emergency calls, including delivering a baby in an ambulance and saving a child’s life. Anthony also discusses the unique perspective gained from working both sides—dispatch and field EMT—and how that shapes his communication and care. They wrap up with Badge 502’s advice for aspiring creators: focus on having fun, embrace imperfection and keep grinding.
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