<p>In this episode, Chris joins the podcast to discuss his background and journey to becoming a Flight Paramedic. Keahi and Chris also speak about his vast and varied EMS experience working in amusement parks, specialty venues, in both small and large EMS agencies and in international disaster settings. Additionally, Chris gives his thoughts on the state of EMS in the United States and what he thinks people should do if they seek to become a flight paramedic.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Resources/Terminology:</p> <p><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81397884">Aftershock: Everest and The Nepal Earthquake</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/individuals-communities/preparedness-activities-webinars/community-emergency-response-team">CERT - Community Emergency Response Team</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.distancecme.com/essential-service-ems-why-arent-first-responders-recognized/#:~:text=State%20and%20local%20funding,Hawaii%2C%20Delaware%2C%20and%20Connecticut">Essential Services - EMS</a></p> <p><a href="https://aspr.hhs.gov/NDMS/Pages/dmat.aspx">DMAT - Disaster Medical Assistance Teams</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.ibscertifications.org/">IBSC Certifications</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.mchd-tx.org/about/the-mchd-paramedic-podcast/">MCHD Paramedic Podcast</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Us:</p> <p><a href="https://brasshalffull.com/">https://brasshalffull.com/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brasshalffull/">https://www.instagram.com/brasshalffull/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Brass-Half-Full-105128804363942/">https://www.facebook.com/Brass-Half-Full-105128804363942/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Discount Codes:</p> <p><a href="https://eberlestock.com/">https://eberlestock.com/</a> &nbsp;- Use Code "BHF15"</p> <p><a href="https://libertysdefense.com/">https://libertysdefense.com/</a> - Use Code “BRASSHALFFULL”</p> <p><a href="https://www.warthogholsters.com/">https://www.warthogholsters.com/</a> - Use Code "BRASSHALFFULL10"</p>