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‘Build your band’: Country music star Frank Ray on the power of peer support

‘Build your band’: Country music star Frank Ray on the power of peer support

FromBetter Every Shift


‘Build your band’: Country music star Frank Ray on the power of peer support

FromBetter Every Shift

ratings:
Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Mar 14, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

“I saved George Strait’s life, and he doesn’t even know.” Country star Frank Ray shares that story and many more as he details his unique journey from law enforcement to the music scene. Ray recently visited more than 50 fire and police departments across the U.S. and Canada to spotlight first responder mental health, addressing the power of forming a support system and speaking up about personal struggles.
Plus, we did into all of this:
Ray’s mental health initiative, FRAY
How music impacted his first responder career
Why having a hobby outside of work is critical
The musicians who have inspired Ray throughout his career

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Released:
Mar 14, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing some levity to the often very serious nature of the profession. Dig into what drives firefighters to improve themselves, their crew, even the fire service as a whole. Listen in to get better every day, every call, every shift.