
About this episode
This episode brings together two firefighters and previous guests who had career and life altering injuries.
Chief Jimm Walsh suffered a stroke just weeks before being named as Fire Chief of his department, forcing his medical retirement. Lieutenant Tony Gillan was struck by a falling halligan, shattering his cervical spine.
We discuss their physical and mental rehabilitation journeys, the importance of firefighter fitness, the hiring crisis, mentorship, bridging the generational gap, retirement, mental health and so much more.
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