On this podcast, two first responders discuss living through traumatic events and how they now help individuals manage life following critical incidents.

Our guests are Roy Cox, Ed. D. and Jenifer Swab, Ph.D.Dr. Roy Cox has served as an active member of the Region and Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety since 1977. His experience spans from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic, EMS District Chief (RET), EMS Educator, University Educator, CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management Team) Operations Director, Flight Medic (RET), Federal Response Unit- PA1-DMAT Team member; American Red Cross Board of Directors Member, First Aid Instructor, CPR Instructor Trainer and State Evaluator.

Dr. Jenifer Swab is a paramedic and holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in education from Robert Morris University. She has over 40 years of experience in public safety as a Paramedic, rescue technician, dispatcher, and firefighter. Some of Jenifer's most recent accomplishments include training of police officers, firefighters, and educators on how to recognize an opiate overdose and administer naloxone.

The Resilient Minds podcast is sponsored by Passages & Prose, LLC.

It is produced by: Lillie Leonardi and Chris Sichi.

Music: Ocean Breeze by Ketsa