FMBA Nation

Episode 41. Dealing with death notifications on scene with Alex Jabr from Emergency Resilience

In this episode, FMBA Nation Host Bill Brower talks with Alex Jabr from Emergency Resilience about a tough topic, notifying a family on scene that their loved one has died. We can all relate to this and it may just bring some comfort knowing that there are many of us out there that go through the same thing. For more info go to www.emergencyresilience.com

Episode 40. Self Care in Tough Times with Dr. Beau A. Nelson from FHE Health

The NJ FMBA has a special relationship with FHE Health, who provides self care and rehabilitation services for NJ FMBA members and their families. FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with Dr. Beau A. Nelson, Chief Clinical Officer of FHE, about self-care through tough times. FHE Health has the First Responder program called Shatterproof.
Shatterproof at FHE (formerly Florida House Shatterproof) employs evidence-based therapies, innovative medical care, and a comprehensive wellness program. These focus on symptoms of PTSD, among other mental health conditions, in order to help our first responders successfully manage their condition and/or achieve life-long recovery from drugs and alcohol.
Shatterproof is designed to help first responders overcome specific obstacles and increase their ability to manage emotions during stressful situations without turning to self-medication. 

Episode 39. Buildings that change the rules of the game with Ret. D/C Anthony Avillo

In this episode, FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with Ret. D/C Anthony Avillo (North Hudson Regional Fire Rescue) about the buildings that change the rules of the game. They discuss the keys to identifying these buildings and why it is important for us as firefighters to study these types of construction and stay sharp in the street.

Episode 38. Fire Department Coffee and Fire Department Chronicles with Jason Patton

FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with Jason Patton of @firedeptcoffee and @firedepartmentchronicles about how he got started in the fire service, how he got involved with Fire Department Coffee, their charitable foundation, and the brains behind the funny Instagram channel Fire Department Chronicles. Jason is a solid dude with a great personality and he enjoys long walks on the beach.

Episode 37. The Firehouse Kitchen and the Food Culture in the Fire Service with AJ Fusco from @forkandhoseco

FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with AJ Fusco from @forkandhoseco about a staple in all firehouses..... the Firehouse Kitchen. They chat about cooking in the firehouse and why the kitchen is more than just about food and how sometimes it serves as a place of comfort and camaraderie. 

Episode 36. AFLAC NJ FMBA Critical Illness

FMBA Nation host Bill Brower sits down with Vic Donato and Shaun Stanton from AFLAC to outline an exclusive critical illness benefit made available to the members of the NJ FMBA. For more information please visit: https://www.njfmba.org/aflacenrollment

Episode 35. What is the coronavirus relief fund?

FMBA Nation Host Bill Brower talks with Civil Service Commission Liaison Kevin Beyrouty about the CARES ACT and specifically the coronavirus relief fund. 

Episode 34. AFFF Foam Cancer Lawsuit

FMBA Nation Host Bill Brower talks with Eddie Marcowitz about the ongoing battle with AFFF and cancer. Eddie talks about the exposure issues and how he is working with firefighters to get them the compensation they deserve. 

Episode 33. The World Trade Center Health Program and The James Zadroga Act

FMBA Nation Host Bill Brower holds a Zoom call with Joe Zadroga, father of James Zadroga, about The James Zadroga Act and with Ed Marcowitz, of The Marcowitz Law firm, and The Zadroga Family Attorney. Joe tells us the story of his son, James Zadroga, who served as an NYPD Detective on 9/11 and tragically passed away as a result of illness caused by The terrorist attacks on The World Trade Center on 9/11. Ed discusses with us how he fought for The Zadroga Family and how he continues to fight for and help those that are eligible for The World Trade Center Health Program.

Episode 32. President Ed Donnelly - State of the Union - COVID-19 LODD Benefits, Convention, Challenges Post-COVID

FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with NJ FMBA President Ed Donnelly about the recent passing of a legislative bill that provides LODD benefits to the families of firefighters and EMTs that were lost to COVID-19. They talk about the upcoming September Convention and the challenges we will be faced with post-COVID19.
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