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Program Aims to Prepare Service Members for Military Stressors
Life in the military is no bed of roses, but the services are putting in place an innovative program designed to give service members new

Alexandria Fire Department Prioritizes Mental Health at Annual Recruit Training Workshop
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Every day it becomes increasingly evident the importance of mental health to function in everyday life. Now multiply the stress of everyday

Columbus Firefighters undergoing special physical, emotional wellness workshops
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Firefighters with the Columbus Division of Fire are undergoing training this week to make sure they’re taking care of themselves, both

KANSAS FIRE & RESCUE TRAINING INSTITUTE SET TO FIGHT MENTAL, PHYSICAL STRESSORS
LAWRENCE – From May 26-29, first responders across the state of Kansas, representing multiple fire and emergency service agencies, will participate in a four-day mental

Norfolk Fire-Rescue team participate in workshop to promote mental, physical health
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Members of the Norfolk Fire-Rescue Team are hosting a 5-day training workshop focused on the subject of mental and physical health.

Company helps Norfolk Fire-Rescue focus on physical, mental challenges
NORFOLK – Between a staffing shortage and a spike in emergency calls, it was important to remind firefighters to take care of themselves.

About The Show
Each episode of the O2X Tactical Performance Podcast features a conversation with a member from our team or network of U.S. Special Operations veterans, first responders, athletes, and human performance specialists who are subject matter experts and leaders in their respective fields.
The podcast is hosted by Joe McCullough, O2X’s Sales & Marketing Coordinator.
All Episodes
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 59 – Dennis Benigno
-Dennis Benigno is the founder and CEO of Street Cop Training -His law enforcement career began in 2001 at the age of 19 in the New Jersey Department of Corrections. In 2004, he became a police officer with the U.S. …
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 58 – Michelle “MACE” Curran
Michelle Curran has led an impressive career as a Fighter Pilot during her 13 years in the United States Air Force. From 2019-2021, she flew as the only female pilot for the Air Force Thunderbirds and performed for millions across …
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 57 – Conner Freeland + Ryan Glaize
Conner Freeland and Ryan Glaize are embedded as O2X Strength & Conditioning Specialists within Washington D.C. Fire & EMS Conner Freeland joined the O2X team following a five-year stint as the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator and Assistant Football Coach for …
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 56 – LTC Dave Grossman
Lt. Col. Dave Grossman is an internationally recognized scholar, author, soldier, and speaker who is one of the world’s foremost experts in the field of human aggression and the roots of violence and violent crime. He is a former West …
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 55 – Francisco Morales
Francisco Morales was born in Caracas, Venezuela. At the age of 19, he traveled to the United States to learn English in a full immersion program and enrolled in the Philadelphia School of Textiles and Science, now Jefferson University, where …
The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: Episode 54 – Jake Kauffman
Jake Kauffman is a O2X Business Development Manager. In this role, he leverages his tactical background and subject matter expertise to implement comprehensive performance programs into agencies within his area of responsibility. His daily focus is on forging new relationships, …