The Tactical Debrief with Dr. Massimino
The Tactical Debrief podcast
(Formerly The Staff Assistant Podcast) is designed to assist and educate public safety personnel about mental health issues and managing work-related stress. Dr. Massimino is a licensed clinical psychologist who works within a large law enforcement agency and treats first responders in her private practice.
Each episode is designed to mimic an intake session - giving you an inside look into what meeting with a therapist would look like - through the eyes of other first responders. The goal of The Tactical Debrief podcast is to normalize therapy for law enforcement and first responders, and to reduce the suicide rate for this population.
The Tactical Debrief with Dr. Massimino
Episode 46: Lt. Scott McGee
In this episode, we interview Lieutenant Scott McGee who currently works for a police department in Southern California. Scott describes himself as a “Professional Good Guy” and practitioner of "The Sisu Way." Though typically difficult to define in English, Sisu is a Finnish word that describes someone who possesses strength and determination in the face of adversity, persistence, hope, grit, an unbeatable mindset full of courage, tenacity, resilience, will power, triumph and an unconquerable soul.
With almost twenty years of service, Scott has worked different roles including patrol, community affairs, special operations, criminal investigations, and is a wellness instructor for his department. He discusses difficult critical incidents that he has encountered on the job, as well as personal struggles with his family.
You can follow Scott at @scottmcgee or @TheSisuWay on Instagram, or check out his podcast called The Sisu Way on all major streaming platforms.