Tag: cPTSD

Conrad Weaver, Producer of the Film, PTSD911

All Network Episodes, The Firefighter Deconstructed

The Firefighter Deconstructed sits down with Conrad Weaver, an award winning filmmaker, producer and president of Conjo studios. Conrad is making a documentary film about us, about what first responders go through on the job and the price we pay for doing what we do. The film i scalled 911PTSD. He is traveling all over the united states recording our stories. His goal of the film is to create awareness and help smash the stigma around mental health for first responders. Near the end of the podcast Conrad and I talk about how he had to change careers and find a new purpose. He talks about how he did this and keeps his eyes on his purpose every day. I found it very inspiring.

Where to find Conrad and film info:

https://conjostudios.com/
linktr.ee/ptsd911movie
https://ptsd911movie.com/
To Donate to the film: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/ptsd911
https://conjostudios.com/
https://twitter.com/PTSD911Movie
https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie

The Similarities of a TBI and PTSD, ret CHP Sgt Paula Siddens

All Network Episodes, The Firefighter Deconstructed

Paula Siddens is a retired Sergeant with the California Highway Patrol with 30 years of service. Paula sustained a serious Traumatic Brain Injury while riding her bike down Mt. Diablo. She was lucky to even survive the accident. Paula and I have also been friends for quite some time but it’s been a long time since we have seen each other.. We recently met up at a training session for the support dog training program, First Response K9. We started talking about my PTSD and her Traumatic Brain Injury. We found that so many of our symptoms were the same. Similar family issues and collateral damage also came up. On this episode we talk about Paula’s accident and the similarities of our journeys. This episode helps to demonstrate how PTSD/PTSI is a true physiological brain injury, not just some emotional problem.

Homicide from Inside The Yellow Tape – with Detective John Toppenberg

All Network Episodes, Domino Effect of Murder

Detective John Toppenberg worked major crimes for many years in Colorado. The last eleven focused on homicide. How has his work impacted him? What are his views of the relatives of homicide victims? What does he have to say about district attorneys, the disappointing statistics on resolving cold cases, unsolved crimes and victim impact statements?

Listen Up Adults! – We’ve got something to say! (A story about missing my senior year)

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. 18 year old Zoey Bekkela joins us to discuss how missing her senior of high school changed everything…in a good way! She reveals the insights and wisdom this year taught her about self care, mental health, checking on friends, social justice and politics. While the negative impact of the pandemic on youth has been a focus in the media; Zoey provides a different perspective. Her positivity is a breath of fresh air and something we all need to hear.

Filicide: Charlene Flynn Recalls the Murder of her Brother at the Hands of her Mother

All Network Episodes, Domino Effect of Murder

When Charlene Flynn was only 4 she tried to awaken her 12-year-old brother, Patrick. Much to her shock, she discovered he was deceased. Her mother was later convicted. Charlene’s life went into a tailspin. She was placed in different foster care homes, group homes, and psychiatric hospitals prior to living with relatives. But Charlene was determined to overcome her past and live up to her potential. Listen as this remarkable young woman (now a mother herself) explains how she did just that.

Listen Up Adults! – We’ve got something to say! (A story about my transition to the gender I was supposed to be)

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. Ten year old ‘Matt’ joins us, along with his mom, to talk about his decision to live in this world in the way he has always felt…male. His words are so simple, yet so poignant, “Just BE who you are.” He goes on to remind us that we would all “just be happier” if we could accept each other.

Loss and Trauma with Dion Green: A Personal Story

All Network Episodes, The Trauma Impact

This incredibly vulnerable, raw, and heartbreaking conversation with Dion Greene. Dion is a bereaved victim/survivor of the Dayton Ohio mass shooting from August 2019 where nine people were killed and seventeen others were injured.
Dion Green, MBA, Founder/CEO of Flourishing Under Distress Given Encouragement (FUDGE)
Dion Green is the Founder/CEO of Flourishing Under Distress Given Encouragement (FUDGE), a 501c3 non profit that helps survivors through traumatic experiences with resources and support. Green recently finished his MBA at Keller’s Graduate School in Business Administration with a minor in Entrepreneurship, and holds a Bachelor of Science from DeVry University in Business Administration.

Green is an advocate on gun violence and on gun legislation which was inspired by the mass shooting that occurred in Dayton, Ohio in August of 2019, which claimed his father’s life and many other innocent victims. He speaks around the country and speaks in the communities that have been impacted by gun violence. Green authored a memoir called Untitled Act of God/Act of Man sharing his tragedies and demonstrating a sense of resilience through his journey by forgiving and giving back to his community.
In addition to his Foundation, Gun Legislation Advocacy service, and Gun Rally participation, he serves on the Board of Felons with a Future, Upturn Ohio, and numerous other community initiatives and support networks across the country.
Dion has spent the past 5 years as a real estate investor and served as a case manager with St. Vincent Depaul homeless shelter as a Case Manager. He currently resides in Dayton with his fiancee and 13-year-old daughter.

on Twitter @DionGre95543236
http://www.linkedin.com/in/dion-green-mba-b15b44171

The “2017 Las Vegas Shooting” – Dr. Heather Melton Recounts the Loss of Sonny

All Network Episodes, Domino Effect of Murder

Dr. Melton had “hit the sweet spot” in her marriage to Sonny. They were building a home together and thoroughly enjoyed country music. Listen as she describes the evening of October 1, 2017 when they attended the Route 91 festival along with 22,000 others. It would end like no other concert in the United States and claim the life of her husband and best friend.

Listen Up Adults! – We’ve got something to say! (A story about my mentally ill brother)

In this series, we are highlighting the voices of youth and giving them a forum to talk about what is on their minds. ‘Holly’ joins us for this podcast and discusses what life has been like growing up with a sibling who struggles with mental health issues. She artfully paints a picture of the pain, worry and insight she has gained during the journey with her brother. Holly reminds us all that love is big and messy!

The Taboo Topic of Conflicted Grief – Anissa Perry

All Network Episodes, Domino Effect of Murder

Anissa Perry learned, at the funeral of her spouse, that two pregnant mourners at the ceremony were her newly deceased husband’s girlfriends. Anissa not only lost her spouse, but her vision of him. Moreover, she was the last to know… She experienced “conflicted grief.” This is a common but unspoken condition where the mourner has some relief alongside grief.

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