Responder Resilience

Moral Injury And Betrayal Trauma Episodes

Jan. 28, 2026

Healing the Wounded Blue with Guest Randy Sutton | S6 E4

In this episode, we speak with retired Lt. Randy Sutton, a man whose own life is a testament to the trials faced by those in blue. Founder of The Wounded Blue, Randy sheds light on the stark reality of physical and emotional injuries sustained on the job, illuminating the journeys of the more than …
Guest: Randy Sutton
Dec. 17, 2025

We Eat Our Own: Navigating Betrayal and Adversity with Guest Autumn Schmidt | S5 E51

We dive deep into the heart and soul of Autumn Schmidt, a former police officer whose journey from the front lines of law enforcement to the forefront of women's empowerment is nothing short of remarkable.
Jan. 29, 2025

Addressing Retirement, Moral Injury and Suicide | S5 E5

In this episode, we chat with Jeff Dill, Founder and CEO of the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA). Jeff shares insights on moral injury, the cultural brainwashing that affects first responders, and the alarming statistics related to firefighter suicides.
Guest: Jeff Dill
June 26, 2024

Dr. Rita Brock—Breaking the Chains of Moral Injury | S4 E26

In this info-packed episode, we dive deep into the world of moral injury with the brilliant Dr. Rita Brock, Director of the Volunteers of America Shay Moral Injury Center. Her program extends its life-saving support to first responders, healthcare providers, social workers, and others facing the ha…
Guest: Rita Brock
Sept. 20, 2023

Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38

Responder Resilience sits down with Chad Michael Bruckner, Motivational Speaker/Author, to discuss his new book, "The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations: Improving Leadership, Culture & Wellness."
June 27, 2023

Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26

The episode features motivational speaker and author, Chad Michael Bruckner, as he discusses leadership, culture, and wellness as the answer to fixing recruitment in the law enforcement profession.