Papa Tango Sierra Delta
Papa Tango Sierra Delta is the phonetic spelling of PTSD. This psychiatric injury, which may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, series of events or set of circumstances, is up to five (5) times more common in first responders. Due to fears of stigmas, stereotypes, negative repercussions at the workplace, inclusive of being discharged, and a plethora of other reasons, many feel alone and acutely uncomfortable about speaking out; this has led to a suicide epidemic. The Papa Tango Sierra Delta podcast journals the journey, thoughts & experiences of an active, senior police officer who has been diagnosed with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), as well as the stories shared by fellow struggling members of the military, police, fire, EMS, dispatch, corrections, nursing, search & rescue, and other law enforcement, public safety & healthcare professionals.
Papa Tango Sierra Delta
Episode 38: In Service to Others at Our Own Expense
At 18 years old, Evan Birch began his career with emergency services in Alberta. Twenty years later, after saving countless lives and not yet the ripe old age of 40, he has learned to not only accept his PTSD diagnosis, but how to "run" the gauntlets imposed by the injury.
Evan joins the show to discuss a little about his pre-PTSD journey, with more focus about his work to mitigate the symptoms by facing them head on and engaging in ultra running. Learn also why he'll never again ask someone how they are feeling...
***WARNING: this podcast contains graphic content that may be disturbing or triggering to some listeners. Discretion is advised.***
Connect with Evan and follow his journey of ultra running, alongside his passion for mental health advocacy through his connection with Bigger Than The Trail. ***Documentary to be released in Spring 2024***
Instagram: @ultrabirch
E-Mail: ultrabirch@shaw.ca
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ultrabirch
The Papa Tango Sierra Delta online store: https://papatangosierradelta.square.site/
Featuring the song "Don't Go Away" by Streets of Hastings.
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You can find more about Larry and the show at:
Instagram: @ptsd_podcast
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YouTube: papatangosierradelta
Linktree: @ptsdpodcast
Email: papatangosierradeltapodcast@gmail.com
Struggling with PTSD? Want to join me for an episode? Want to share your thoughts about the show? Reach out to me at one of the above media addresses!
