The Real ResQ Podcast

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Episode 32 Lonnie Mixon USCG Pilot (Ret.) Jul 22, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, we are joined by Mr. Lonnie Mixon, the most decorated Pilot within the United States Coast Guard. It was a true honor speaking with Mr. Mixon and hearing about his distinguished military career. Throughout this interview, we talk about the many cases from around the world that earned Mr. Mixon a Silver Star, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, eleven Air Medals amd more. Enjoy!

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Episode 31 Mike O’Dell USCG RS 66 Jul 18, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, we hear some pretty powerful and serious stories told by one of my A School instructors, USCG RS #66, Mike O'Dell. This is an episode that will keep your emotions on high alert from start to finish. Talked about as a 'Trilogy of Tragedy', Mike faced some pretty intense cases within a short time span. Listen in as he discusses what he went through and how he was able to deal with and maintain the mental strength needed to carry on as a Rescue Swimmer.

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Episode 30 Sami Ollila from Finland and The Finnish Boarder Guard Jul 14, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, Sami Ollila from the Finland Border Guard is back speaking of memorable rescues that he has had over his decorated career. Our conversations cover topics from long falls to suicide attempts to iced over frigid seas. I was intrigued to hear about the training, techniques, and overall practices of other successful overseas organizations. Listen in and learn why this rescueman's work was referred to by a medical professional as being like "Rambo". Enjoy!

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The ASTerisk - Risto Leino and Sami Ollila tell How The Rescue Swimmer Association (EURORSA) was Founded Jul 10, 2021

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In this episode of the ASTerisk, we are joined by Finnish Border Guard, Air Patrol Squadron members, Sami Ollila and Risto Leino. As Rescue Swimmers and Paramedics, Sami and Risto are founding members of EURORSA, the Rescue Swimmer Association. While working search and rescue in Finland, these two men found themselves in an international situation that prompted them to establish EURORSA. Listen in as they discuss the path that brought them to EURORSA and the circumstances that they've found themselves in since its inception.

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Episode 29 Lane Abshire FPC Paramedic from Louisiana Jul 06, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, my friend and mentor, Lane Abshire joins me for an engaging conversation about his career working as a flight paramedic. This episode is full of mind-blowing scenarios that don't happen often but when they happened to Lane, he handled them like a true champion. Amnesia, cruise ships, intubations, and an incoherent pilot make up this episode. Enjoy!.

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Episode 28 Graham McGinnis USCG RS 869 Jul 02, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, we are joined by Graham McGinnis, USCG Rescue Swimmer #869. Throughout this conversation, we get a glimpse at what a diverse career you can have in the Coast Guard. As a current RS serving in the USCG, Graham brings us through cases beginning with his first station in New Orleans and through to his current station in Humboldt Bay. We talk about hurricanes, powerlines, animals, wildfires and much more during this engaging episode. Earning an Air Medal and a Distinguished Flying Cross, Graham has had and continues to have an impressive career. Enjoy!

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Episode 27 Matt Hardgrove USCG Pilot Jun 27, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, Matt Hardgrove joins us to recap his journey through his career as a pilot for the USCG. From serving in the big city to stints in rural parts of the USA, Matt has seen his share of cases, some even when he was 'off duty'. Are you ever really off duty when you're called to serve? Earning several Air Medals, Matt has unfortunately yet fortunately seen his fair share of MAJOR hurricanes. Listen in as we discuss one epic story to another! Enjoy!

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Episode 26 Sergio Cosme from Santa Cruz Portugal Jun 23, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, we talk to Sergio Cosme who does a job so wild and crazy that speaking to him truly just cannot paint an accurate picture of what he does on a daily basis. From Santa Cruz, Portugal, Sergio joins us to talk about his life working with surfers and massive waves all from his jet ski in Nazare, Portugal. Listen in as Sergio talks to us about the danger, the training, and the skills needed to work in this environment. Check out this link for a better visual that allows you to see the work that he's talking about! Enjoy!

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Episode 25 Al Yates USCG RS #157 Jun 20, 2021

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In this episode of The Real ResQ, we are joined by Al Yates USCG RS #157, who also happens to be one of my very own A-School Instructors. This interview contains both hilarious and sombering stories. From accidentally signing up to go to swimmer school to stories of tragedy, Alan talks of some very memorable moments in his career. Listen in as we talk about small cases, unique cases, cases that became scenarios in A-School and the case that earned Alan an Air Medal. Enjoy!

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Episode 24 Davitt Ward, Chief Crewman Medical Standards for CHC Ireland Jun 15, 2021

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“Even if the hopes you started out with are dashed, hope still has to be maintained.”

In this episode of The Real ResQ, Davitt Ward from the Irish Coast Guard joins us to talk about his 22 year career as a rescueman. We discuss the importance of staying focused, continuously learning, never letting your guard down, and always being ready to make those important split decisions. Davitt recaps cases involving crazy waves and rip roaring tides, injured fishermen, a boat stuck on a cliff, and even a day that involved a submarine. Enjoy!

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