A heartfelt podcast honoring the sacrifices of first responders and their families. Through raw and inspiring stories, host Rico explores the bravery, resilience, and love that define their lives. Each episode sheds light on the personal challenges and triumphs behind the badge, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the human side of service. Together, we celebrate their dedication and preserve their legacy. 💙
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A heartfelt podcast honoring the sacrifices of first responders and their families. Through raw and inspiring stories, host Rico explores the bravery, resilience, and love that define their lives. Each episode sheds light on the personal challenges and triumphs behind the badge, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the human side of service. Together, we celebrate their dedication and preserve their legacy. 💙
Episode 23: Maisi’s Story: Finding Purpose After Pain in the EMS World
8158 Podcast: Stories of Sacrifice
1 hour 51 minutes
1 month ago
Episode 23: Maisi’s Story: Finding Purpose After Pain in the EMS World
From a childhood marked by instability to rising above abuse and breaking barriers in emergency services—Maisi’s story is one of grit, heart, and healing. 💙
In this episode, Maisi, an EMT-A from the VT/NH region, opens up about the trauma that shaped her, the turning point that led her to EMS, and the battles she’s faced as a woman in the field—from sexual harassment to self-doubt.
She shares what it was like getting her EMT certification during COVID, overcoming toxic relationships, and how she’s now balancing college life, dual degrees in EMS and psychology, and chasing her dream of becoming a flight nurse. 🚁
This raw and real conversation sheds light on the mental health toll of the job—and the strength it takes to keep showing up.
⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of abuse, mental health struggles, and harassment.
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8158 Podcast: Stories of Sacrifice
A heartfelt podcast honoring the sacrifices of first responders and their families. Through raw and inspiring stories, host Rico explores the bravery, resilience, and love that define their lives. Each episode sheds light on the personal challenges and triumphs behind the badge, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the human side of service. Together, we celebrate their dedication and preserve their legacy. 💙
