The Responder Life with Mollie and Victoria
The Responder Life with Mollie and Victoria
Podcast Description
By Responders, For Responders.
Join Mollie Tinnin and Victoria Hess to talk about what it means to be a responder, how to become one, and the continual improvement on your skillset. Mollie and Victoria have a combined more than 10 years of experience in the Disaster Response field, as both paid professionals and volunteers, with varying experiences in the non-profit and governmental sectors.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as local disaster response, personal preparedness, mental health for responders, and community support, with episodes discussing topics like the importance of Community Emergency Response Teams, effective donation management, and the role of technology in emergencies. For instance, they delve into personal stories from their deployments and the emotional aspects of challenge coins.
By Responders, For Responders.
Join Mollie Tinnin and Victoria Hess to talk about what it means to be a responder, how to become one, and the continual improvement on your skillset. Mollie and Victoria have a combined more than 10 years of experience in the Disaster Response field, as both paid professionals and volunteers, with varying experiences in the non-profit and governmental sectors.
In this episode of The Responder Life, hosts Victoria Hess and Mollie discuss their experiences in disaster response, the motivations behind their work, and the importance of community resilience. They share personal stories that highlight the emotional toll of their roles, the challenges of compassion fatigue, and the significance of building relationships within the responder community. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care, the value of reputation, and the importance of supporting new responders as they navigate their journeys in emergency management.
This episode was recorded on April 29, 2025.
Disclaimer: Both Mollie and Victoria are working professionals in the field. What is talked about in The Responder Life, does not necessarily represent the views of our employers and is our own views and experiences shared as private citizens.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to The Responder Life
02:57 Personal Experiences in Disaster Response
05:58 The Motivation Behind Responding
09:01 Impactful Stories from the Field
12:01 Community Resilience and Recovery
15:04 Behind the Scenes of Disaster Response
17:57 The Importance of Self-Care and Burnout Prevention
21:03 The Role of Compassion Fatigue
23:56 Finding Joy in Disaster Response
26:56 Navigating Professional Challenges
30:00 The Balance Between Work and Personal Life
33:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook
39:22 Navigating Workplace Boundaries
42:14 The Importance of Volunteer Engagement
46:17 Technology and Mobility in Disaster Response
49:54 Communication Challenges in Remote Work
57:01 Building Relationships in Disaster Response
01:01:20 The Value of Kindness and Support
01:04:33 Preparing for Future Disasters
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