Dave Wurtzel, Founder and Executive Director - The First Twenty (#35)
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1989 Penn State graduate, Dave Wurtzel, is a hero among heroes! Not only is he a firefighter, he also created The First Twenty, a non-profit committed to the health and wellness of first responders. Dave brings the energy and passion with a touch of comedy to the episode. A special thank you to Dave and all the first responders who continue to keep us and our communities safe.
Jump right into:
(6:30) - The idea of The First Twenty
(12:30) - Building the foundation
(19:01) - The meaning of spiritual resilience
(24:29) - Working with first responders
(26:30) - Student Question of the Episode powered by The Daily Collegian: The inspiration to become a firefighter
(30:02) - Battling a fire
(33:57) - Stories of impact
(36:51) - Advice to future first responders
(37:59) - Key takeaways
(40:39) - Lions Den presented by Lions-Pride.com: Penn State experience
This podcast was produced by Penn State student Julia McGinty, in partnership with Professor Katie O'Toole's Podcast class.
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