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Austin and Brad officially welcome new co-host Kevin Thacker to the No One Fights Alone (NOFA) Podcast in this powerful season kickoff episode focused on first responder mental health, trauma recovery, and leadership resilience.
Kevin joins the show bringing years of experience in behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and working alongside law enforcement, firefighters, military members, and other high-stress professionals. In this episode, the team reflects on some of the most impactful moments from past conversations — stories of recovery, peer support, overcoming addiction, navigating PTSD, and rebuilding identity after trauma.
Together, Austin, Brad, and Kevin discuss the evolution of the podcast and their shared vision moving forward. They talk about expanding conversations around first responder wellness, mental health stigma ...
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