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Jan. 1, 2025

A Fresh Slate: Embracing New Beginnings with Intention and Grace

In today's New Year episode, Erin and Cinnamon warmly welcome listeners back after their holiday break, refreshed and ready to jump into the new year. They initiate a thoughtful dialogue on why setting intentions surpasses ma...

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Dec. 6, 2024

SPECIAL RELEASE- The Anniversary Effect: When Loss Leaves a Mark

Warning: This Episode discusses suicide, so please listen with caution. We were supposed to be on a podcast release break, but this one couldn’t wait. Sometimes, life throws you those days where grief and loss show up uninvit...

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Nov. 27, 2024

Holiday Pause: Reflecting, Recharging, and Returning Stronger

Erin and Cinnamon are taking a beat to catch their breath after a wild ride through 2024. Five weeks of non-stop travel, trainings, and conferences? Yeah, they’re officially ready to park their suitcases, hang out with their ...

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Nov. 20, 2024

Tactical Financial Moves: With Ryan Mink

In this episode of After the Tones Drop , we talk to Ryan Mink—former Army infantryman, law enforcement officer, and now a financial planner who actually gets it . This guy has seen it all, from the chaos of the battlefield t...

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Nov. 6, 2024

Burning From Within: With Guests Chris & Tara O'Barsky-A Story of Sur…

In this episode of After the Tones Drop , we share the powerful story of Chris, a deputy chief with over 30 years in the fire service, and his wife Tara, an educator with a 25-year career. Their journey has been marked by the...

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Oct. 30, 2024

Bracing for Impact: The Strange Case of Foreboding Joy

In this episode, Cinnamon takes us through a concept that’s as frustrating as it is relatable: foreboding joy . Ever had a moment of real happiness, only to be hit with a gut-punch of worry about when it’s all going to come c...

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Oct. 23, 2024

Myths That Won’t Die – Two Years Later and Still Busting Therapy Myths

Welcome back to another episode of After the Tones Drop! Today, we’re revisiting and re-releasing our second ever episode because, unfortunately, even after two years, the myths surrounding therapy are still holding on strong...

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Oct. 16, 2024

Pound for Pound: With Monica Crawford

This episode isn’t your average fitness chat. Erin and Cinnamon sit down with Monica Crawford, the brains (and brawn) behind Five-O, Fierce, and Fit , an online fitness and nutrition coaching biz that’s all about getting fema...

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Oct. 2, 2024

Lucky Number Six: With Keith Hanks

In this episode of After the Tones Drop , Erin and Cinnamon sit down with Keith Hanks, a retired firefighter and EMT who’s seen more chaos and tragedy than most of us can even imagine. Keith doesn't hold back. We're talking c...

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Sept. 25, 2024

Snooze or Lose: The Dangers of Poor Sleep & Learning Simple Solutions…

In this solo episode of After the Tones Drop , Cinnamon takes the mic to talk about a topic that might seem simple on the surface but is a huge issue for first responders—sleep. We all know sleep is important, but as Cinnamon...

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Sept. 18, 2024

The Drinking Dilemma: Hotline Caller

In this episode of After the Tones Drop, Erin and Cinnamon take on a question from a hotline caller who is a newly minted 21-year-old firefighter who's asking something we don't hear often enough: “Should I even start drinkin...

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Sept. 4, 2024

Guided by God Winks: With Marian Cosgrove

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Marian Cosgrove, a law enforcement officer whose story is nothing short of extraordinary. From a childhood filled with both joy and profound trauma to navigating the complexities of ...

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Aug. 28, 2024

The Elephant in the Room: Age and Gender in a Tradition Bound Male Do…

This one’s gonna hit close to home, so if you’re easily offended, you might want to sit this one out. Thanks to a brave listener who reached out via email sharing her personal experience as a corrections officer, we’re taking...

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Aug. 21, 2024

The Chief's Blueprint: With Jason Corthell

Today’s episode is a masterclass in mental toughness and leadership straight from the mouth of a firefighter-turned-Marine-turned-firefighter who’s making waves in the world of first responder wellness. Meet Chief Jason Corth...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Weight of Generations: Hotline Caller, Anonymous Firefighter

Get ready for a powerful new episode of After the Tones Drop . This week, we’re diving into the raw, unfiltered reality of what it means to be a first responder on the edge. We’re bringing you a call from the other side of th...

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July 31, 2024

High Velocity Healing: How Accelerated Resolution Therapy puts the Pe…

Welcome to the fast lane of trauma recovery, where we're not just talking about any old therapy—we're spotlighting Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and believe me, it's as revolutionary as it sounds. Picture a therapy th...

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July 24, 2024

Breaking the Silence: With Ricardo Martinez II

Welcome back to the show where we dive deep into the unseen world of 911 dispatchers with none other than Ricardo Martinez II, the storyteller and force behind 'Within the Trenches' and the #IAM911 movement. Today, Ricardo jo...

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July 17, 2024

Healing in the Wild: With Rocco Besednjak

This episode is for anyone who’s faced the darkness and found the courage to seek the light. It’s for the warriors, the wounded, and anyone who believes in the power of second chances. Today’s guest is the ultimate comeback k...

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July 3, 2024

Clash of Expectations: Understanding Emotional Reactions and Biologic…

Ever been in a situation where you expected someone to react a certain way, and when they didn’t, you found yourself ready to go into fight mode? Yeah, that’s biological rudeness for you. It’s your autonomic nervous system fl...

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June 26, 2024

The Crossover Angel: With Nicole Junkerman

Grab your headphones! In today’s episode, we sit down with Nicole Junkerman, whose incredible journey from police officer to certified Death Doula and Grief Recovery Specialist is nothing short of inspiring. She’s here to tal...

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June 19, 2024

Dispatcher Mind Dive: With Ryan Dedmon

Gear up for a stellar episode of After the Tones Drop where we're hanging out with Ryan Dedmon. Ryan isn't just any guy; he's a retired police dispatcher turned big-time educator at the 911 Training Institute. Back in 2012, h...

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June 12, 2024

Life's Brutiful Moments: A Girls Nuggets of Wisdom for a Better Life

In this special solo episode, Cinnamon takes over the podcast, bringing energy and heartfelt insights. Reflecting on a whirlwind 2024 of travel and engagements, she shares the wisdom she's gathered. Cinnamon expresses initial...

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June 5, 2024

Rescued by the Light: With Jonathan Hickory

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Hickory, a police sergeant who's spent over 20 years on the force, diving deep into his own struggles with addiction and trauma. Jonathan rose out of the dark and emerged a published...

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May 29, 2024

ATTD Features Operation Yellow Tape Podcast with Kenny Mitchell Jr.

In this special episode, "After the Tones Drop" is delighted to feature Episode 008: Time to go Home from Operation Yellow Tape Podcast, hosted by the exceptionally articulate Kenny Mitchell. Kenny challenges first respond...

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