After The Tones Drop
Embark on a journey that goes beyond sirens and flashing lights as we provide a safe haven to explore, demystify, and destigmatize mental health and wellness for first responders.
Join us as we pull back the curtain, sharing powerful stories and expert insights that resonate with the heartbeat of those who run towards danger when others step back. It's more than just a podcast; it's a lifeline for the ones who dedicate their lives to saving others.
In each episode, stories get unraveled and struggles behind the badges are shared, showcasing the human side of heroism. Discover the strength in vulnerability and the power in sharing. It's more than a conversation; it's a revolution—a revolution in mental health care for our first responders.
So, tune in for candid conversations, practical strategies, and a sprinkle of humor—because healing begins with understanding, and understanding starts here.
Let's break down the barriers, one episode at a time. Because after the tones drop, the real conversation begins, and we're here to make sure it's heard loud and clear.
Episodes
114 episodes
Fueling First Responders: What to Eat, What to Skip, and What No One Talks About (Until Now)
Let’s get honest. In a profession where courage is worn like a badge and burnout is considered a side effect of the job, nutrition usually ends up on the back burner—or worse, dictated by Instagram gurus and protein powder ads.In this ep...
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Fallout, Faith & Friendship: The Journey to Midnight and Finding Your Way Back
In this episode of After the Tones Drop, Cinnamon sits down with Matt Griffin—U.S. Navy veteran, former undercover cop, and member of the Attorney General’s Drug Task Force—to talk about the unspoken weight of service and what it takes...
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Season 3
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Episode 111
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Season 3 Is Coming!
Season 3 Is Here After the Tones Drop is back for Season 3! Host Cinnamon Reiheld shares a quick update on what's ahead—including new guests, real conversations, and the community that keeps growing. If you’ve been wondering what’s n...
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Funding Hope: Jo Terry on Financial Lifelines and the Fight for First Responder Healing
In this episode of After the Tones Drop, we sit down with Jo Terry of the Chip Terry Fund to talk about the hidden cost of healing for first responders. Jo shares the deeply personal story behind the fund’s creation and her mission to ...
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Behind the Lens: with Conrad Weaver
This one has been a long time coming, and so worth the wait.Conrad Weaver is not just a filmmaker. He’s not just a podcaster. He’s a storyteller for the soul of public service. A man who took his lens and his heart stra...
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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One More Run: With Chris Moore
You’re gonna need a box of tissues, because this episode with Captain Chris Moore is equal parts gut-wrenching and soul-restoring.Chris has over 30 years in the fire service—he’s seen it, lived it, and most importantly, survived it. From...
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Season 2
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Episode 106
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Survival Isn't Living: with Kenny Schroeder (Tactical Tools for Thriving Team)
This week, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes pass to the Tactical Tools for Thriving First Responders Symposium. (And spoiler alert—it’s not just another conference.) Erin and Cinnamon pull Kenny Schroeder—firefighter, peer supporter, all-ar...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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Rising From Deception: With Giovanni Rocco
This week, we sat down with our friend Giovanni Rocco, the undercover FBI agent who infiltrated the real-life DeCavalcante crime family—the same mob crew that inspired The Sopranos. But let us be clear: this episode is not jus...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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Motherless Bear: The Danger of Getting Stuck in Your Own Story
In this intimate, off-the-cuff solo episode, Cinnamon sneaks into the mic without Erin knowing—and we’re so glad she did. What starts as a quiet confession turns into a deeply moving reflection on sobriety, storytelling, and one unforgettable b...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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Rise Beyond Rank: With Vin Scotto
This week on After the Tones Drop, we’re sitting down with someone who tells it exactly like it is—retired NYPD officer Vincent Scotto. With 20 years of experience in one of the most intense law enforcement environments in the country,...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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The Regret Scam: No Wrong Path-Just Different Lessons
Alright, let’s get real. How many times have you sat there, paralyzed by a decision, convinced that one wrong move is going to send your entire life into a downward spiral? (Looking at you, late-night overthinkers.) Well, Cinnamon’s taking the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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Stranger Than Fiction: 100th Episode Final Push-Part C
Alright, friends, here we are—the final round of our After the Tones Drop 100th episode celebration. Part C, the big finish. And if Parts A & B took you on an emotional rollercoaster, this one is the comedy club you didn’t know you...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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Advocates for Change: 100 Episodes of Healing and Hope-Part B
Welcome back to Part B of our 100th episode celebration! If you thought Part A was powerful, you’re in for a real treat here. This episode dives even deeper into the struggles, the triumphs, and the raw honesty that our guests bring. We’re talk...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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Rising Together: 100th Episode Celebration-Part A
We made it to our 100th episode, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with you all! For this milestone, we’re bringing back 14 incredible guests in a 3 part series who have each made a significant impact not just on our show, but in the...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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Brain Wars: Decoding the Male & Female Mind
Alright, friends, it’s just me, Erin, flying solo today, and we’re diving into a topic that might just save some relationships—or at least prevent a few unnecessary arguments. Ever found yourself in a conversation with your spouse, coworker, or...
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Season 2
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Episode 99
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Mind Over Madness-Part 2: With Sean McCallum
Alright, folks—we’re back with Part 2 of our powerhouse conversation with Sean McCallum, and if you thought last week’s episode was a game-changer, just wait.If you missed Part 1, go back and listen because we laid the groundwork for thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 98
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Mind Over Madness-Part 1: With Sean McCallum
Get buckled up because this episode is a big one. We’re kicking off a two-part series with the one and only Sean McCallum, and let’s just say—this guy gets it.Sean isn’t your average firefighter. Sure, he’s spent 22+ years in th...
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Season 2
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Episode 97
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Cool Story, Bro! How to Lose a Goal in 10 Excuses & the Power of YET
Alright folks, buckle up because today Erin and Cinnamon are calling out that sneaky, progress-blocking beast: self-sabotage. We all do it. We all have that little voice that says, "Why even try?" or "You're just gonna fail anyway....
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Season 2
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Episode 96
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Feelings Aren't Facts:Taking Things Personally-A Masterclass in Misery
Taking things personally can strain relationships, yet so many of us struggle to step back and give others the space they need. In this episode of After the Tones Drop, Cinnamon and Erin dive into why we internalize others' emotions an...
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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Brotherhood Betrayal: With Ed Monroe
In this powerful episode of After the Tones Drop, we sit down with Captain Ed Monroe, a 16-year veteran of the LA County Fire Department, whose life and leadership were forever changed by a tragic critical incident within his departmen...
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Season 2
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Episode 94
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When Words Fail: The Worst Things to Say to Someone Grieving
Grief is one of those things that hits everyone differently, and let’s be honest—most of us suck at knowing what to say when someone we care about is going through it. Whether it's at a funeral, in a sympathy card, or just a well-meani...
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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The Other "F" Words: A Deeper Dive into Stress Responses
Ever heard of the fight-or-flight response? Of course you have. But what about the other F words—freeze, fawn, and faint? No, we’re not kidding. In this episode of After the Tones Drop, Erin and Cinnamon take a hilarious yet i...
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Season 2
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Episode 92
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Rest Without the Risk: With Jon Vought
Let’s talk about the impossible balancing act of being a firefighter, running a business, and still managing to take care of yourself. That’s exactly what today’s guest, Jon Vought, is doing. Jon is a 15-year veteran firefighter and the founder...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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Sharing the Load: When Giving Your All Means Less Than Half
This episode, we're unpacking a concept that's been a game changer for us and many others: the idea that relationships don't need to be 50/50 all the time but should rather aim for 100% collectively, however that splits. Inspired by Brene Brown...
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Season 2
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Episode 90
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Mountie Mentality: With Brad Savage
It’s not easy to admit you’re struggling, especially when you’re supposed to be the strong one. Brad Savage, a 15-year veteran of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, knows this better than most. From serving in Canada’s largest cities to its mos...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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