Shout!Podcast

Fire Fighters Charity

Shout!Podcast offers a unique insight into the health and wellbeing challenges facing those who live and work in the UK's fire services community. Through the stories of the men and women supported by Fire Fighters Charity, discover how the charity could help you to live healthier and happier. You can find out more and take part in the show at www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/shoutpodcast

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Fundraising inspiration, recycling explained and Chief Exec insights
16-12-2024
Fundraising inspiration, recycling explained and Chief Exec insights
We hope you enjoy episode 2 of our Shout!Podcast, where we reflect on the last year and look ahead at some of the exciting things we have planned in 2025 – both across our health and wellbeing support, and fundraising.Rebecca, our Content Editor, chats with one of our 2025 London Marathon runners, Sam, a firefighter with London Fire Brigade, who shares how we supported him with both his physical and mental health. She goes on to speak to the CEO of one of our recycling partners, Owen Ritchie, to find out exactly what happens to your clothes when they’re recycled – before looking ahead at our upcoming Bag it and Bank it campaign.And finally, she chats with our Chief Executive, Sherine Wheeler, about some of the highlights from her time with our charity so far, as well as taking a deeper dive into the key health and wellbeing challenges facing out fire services community today.If these interviews resonate with you, remember our Support Line is always available: 0800 3898820. Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Shout!Podcast to stay updated with our latest episodes. Chapters00:00 - Welcome to Episode 201:15 - Meet Sam, an LFB firefighter who received our support02:56 - Sam shares his experience of our support07:11 - Sam discusses importance of reaching out early10:34 - Sam shares his plans to run the London Marathon12:10 - Meet Owen Ritchie, CEO of Clyde Recycling15:45 - What can be donated to Fire Fighters Charity's recycling banks?17:44 - Support our 2025 Bag it and Bank it campaign19:08 - Meet Sherine Wheeler, Chief Executive of Fire Fighters Charity23:06 - Key health and wellbeing challenges in the fire service24:08 - How fire services are changing and evolving28:17 - Sherine's personal take on New Year's Resolutions Important linksFind out more about Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk.Seek support from Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/need-help or call the Support Line directly on: 0800 3898820.Find out more about our Reset Programme: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/reset as well as our further mental health support: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/how-we-can-help/mental-health Find out more about recycling for Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/recycle and find your nearest clothing bank on our map: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/recyclemap. Find out more about fundraising for Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/fundraising.Get in touch with the show by emailing: marketing@firefighterscharity.org.uk.Read the full transcript: XXSupport the show
Conversations on men's health with Dean, Gee, and George
20-11-2024
Conversations on men's health with Dean, Gee, and George
Join us for the first in a new season of episodes of the Shout!Podcast, where we delve into the realities faced by men in the fire service during Men's Health Month. Rebecca, our Content Editor, brings you candid conversations with three beneficiaries of Fire Fighters Charity, each sharing their personal journeys through mental health challenges and physical health battles.First, we hear from Dean, a firefighter with London Fire Brigade, who opens up about his own mental health challenges and the stigma surrounding men's mental health in the emergency services. Dean shares how his experiences led to the creation of Walk and Talk 999, a support network aimed at encouraging open dialogue among male colleagues.Next, Gee from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service recounts his mental health journey and how reaching out for support made a significant difference to his recovery. He emphasises the importance of recognising early signs and the value of proactive mental health education.Finally, we chat with George from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, who bravely shares his journey through a testicular cancer diagnosis and recovery. George highlights the need for men to be vigilant about their physical health and the benefits of seeking support during challenging times.If these stories resonate with you, remember our Support Line is always available: 0800 3898820. Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Shout!Podcast to stay updated with our latest episodes. Chapters00:00:00 " Welcome to Shout! Podcast00:01:12 " Dean's story00:09:54 " Mental health stigma00:12:12 " Getting help before you need it00:17:05 " Gee's story00:20:41 " Reaching out for help00:29:54 " George's story00:33:56 " Coping mechanisms00:34:57 " Spreading awareness of testicular cancer among men00:38:32 " Talking to others affected by cancer00:40:23 " Get in touch with Shout! Podcast Important linksFind out more about Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk Seek support from Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/need-help or call the Support Line directly on: 0800 3898820.Find out more about the Reset Programme: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/reset Get in touch with the show by emailing: marketing@firefighterscharity.org.ukRead the full transcript: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/shout-mens-healthSupport the show