Episode 97-Dr. Jamie DeWitt

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSPFAS 101 brought to you by Dr. Jamie DeWitt. Dr. DeWitt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Toxicology Program of the Department of biological Sciences at North Carolina State University. Her …

APS Radio 7 – Diane Cotter

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSIn this episode, host Jim Burneka speaks with Diane Cotter about how she became aware of “forever” chemicals and her ongoing fight to remove these chemicals from our fire gear. This episode was featured in the 2021 FF Cancer Symposium in Florida. https://www.yourturnoutgearandpfoa.com

Episode 95 – Bryan Goodman

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSThis episode features Bryan Goodman, A Lt. in a “large department in Virginia” Bryan shares his journey of trying to start a family, only to find out he is unable to produce sperm. After a myriad of testing, Bryan discovers that his PFAS exposures likely contributed to his infertility. Bryan also discusses the …

Episode 74 – Larissa Conroy

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSThis episode features Larissa Conroy from Orlando Firefighters Local 1365. Larissa discusses her PFAS articles, propaganda from the other side, upcoming IAFF Resolutions on PFAS, and her fitness accomplishments. Larissa’s articles on PFAS: https://firerescuemagazine.firefighternation.com/2020/06/30/what-if-i-told-you-your-gear-was-causing-cancer-part-2/#gref

Episode 63 – Sean Mitchell

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSThis episode features Nantucket Firefighters Local 2509 Secretary Treasurer Sean Mitchell. Sean shares his story about how he learned about PFOA/PFAS and how he believes the industry has been misleading him and other firefighters on the subject.

Episode 60 – Dr. Bryan Ormond

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSThis episode features Dr. Bryan Ormond from NC State. Dr. Ormond discusses several research projects that he has worked on regarding Firefighter PPE that has assisted with Cancer prevention. Particulate Blocking Hood Study: https://s584e0.a2cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Summary-Report-NC-STATE-ASSESSMENT-OF-FIREFIGHTER-HOODS.pdf https://textiles.ncsu.edu/tpacc/