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The WHY Project 911

Hosted by Mickey Tofexis · business · EN

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About this Podcast:

An honest look into the WHY of first responders presented by The For Paul Foundation

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31%

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Selective

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Who hosts The WHY Project 911?

The WHY Project 911 is hosted by Mickey Tofexis. The show has published 25 episodes to date.

What has The WHY Project 911 covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Trauma Girl RN with Kelly Keys Episode 23" (19 October 2026, 53 minutes), "The Culture Code with Derek Bagshaw Episode 22" (5 October 2026, 47 minutes), and "One Response with Mariah Fenwick Episode 21" (21 September 2026, 47 minutes).

How often does The WHY Project 911 publish?

The WHY Project 911 publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 45 minutes across 25 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The WHY Project 911?

Booking probability for The WHY Project 911 is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The WHY Project 911 requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The WHY Project 911's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The WHY Project 911?

The strongest fits for The WHY Project 911 are Courts, Police & Public Safety. The WHY Project 911 has a business audience.

About the host

Mickey Tofexis hosts The WHY Project 911, a business podcast with 25 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    The Trauma Girl RN with Kelly Keys Episode 23

    Oct 19, 202653 min

    In this episode, Mickey and Kelly discuss the critical roles of nurses and first responders in emergency management, emphasizing the importance of mental health, communication, and collaboration between different...

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    The Culture Code with Derek Bagshaw Episode 22

    Oct 5, 202647 min

    In this episode of the Why Project 911, Derek Bagshaw shares his journey through the ranks of the fire service, emphasizing the importance of leadership, culture, and accountability. He discusses the significance of...

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    One Response with Mariah Fenwick Episode 21

    Sep 21, 202647 min

    Mariah Fenwick, a 911 dispatcher with 17 years of experience, discusses the challenges and importance of dispatching for fire, police, and EMS. She emphasizes the need for critical thinking, communication, and...

  • The WHY Project 911

    Firefighter Fitness with Shantel Lund Episode 20

    Sep 7, 202637 min

    The conversation delves into the world of firefighter fitness, Chantel's journey to becoming a firefighter, her aspirations and leadership in the fire service, competing in firefighter challenges, inspiring and...

  • The WHY Project 911

    Uncle Larry Doeling Episode 19

    Aug 24, 202649 min

    The conversation covers the experiences and insights of Uncle Larry, a retired firefighter paramedic, as he discusses the significance of leadership, behavioral health, and decision-making in the fire department. He...

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    Education is Key with Key Hose and Dothan Fire Episode 18

    Aug 13, 202630 min

    The conversation revolves around the Education is Key series, a partnership between Key Hose and the Dothan Fire Department. It covers the vision, purpose, and future plans of the series, as well as the commitment to...

  • The WHY Project 911

    Backstep Leadership Episode 17

    Aug 10, 202642 min

    A retired firefighter and paramedic, shares insights on backstep leadership, firefighter culture, and the importance of difficult conversations in the fire service. They emphasizes the impact of senior firefighters on...

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    Modeling and Simulation Dr. Kate Kapalo Episode 15

    Aug 3, 202646 min

    Kate Kapalo, a visiting associate professor of business analytics and AI, shares her experience and insights on the fire service, research, human factors, pre-incident planning, and simulation in the fire service. She...

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    Tenacity Saves Lives Walt Lewis, Jessie Almeida, Derrick Bagshaw Episode 14

    Jul 27, 202647 min

    The conversation focuses on the importance of training and preparedness in the fire service, particularly in the context of Mayday scenarios. It also delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by the influx...

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    The Fire Chief Dennis Reilly Episode 13

    Jul 13, 202653 min

    The conversation covers the journey to becoming a fire chief, the challenges of moving up the ranks, the importance of leadership and development, dealing with an influx of youth in the fire service, the significance of...

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    The Broken Responder Richard Burns Episode 12

    Jun 29, 202649 min

    Richard Burns, a retired police officer and United States Marine, shares his journey from law enforcement to retirement, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by first responders. He discusses the impact of...

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    The Boo-Boo Bus Driver Denise Bjorge Episode 11

    Jun 15, 202640 min

    The conversation begins with an introduction to Denise, a former firefighter and current EMT, and her background in emergency medical services. It then delves into the details of EMS transport, changes in EMS practice...

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    Survive and Thrive: Diane Dillon Episode 10

    Jun 1, 202636 minS0

    <p>The conversation covers the life of Jimmy Dillon, the experience of growing up in a firefighter family, the tragic loss, life after loss, support and healing, surviving and thriving, helping others, the importance of...

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    Bitter to Brass: Chief Gene Landers Episode 9

    May 22, 202638 minS0

    <p>Chief Gene Landers shares his journey to becoming a fire chief, the challenges he faced, and the importance of community engagement. He discusses the differences between small and large fire departments, the...

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    Fireground Engineering: Strategies and Tactics Chasing the Dominoes. Mickey, Avillo and Duffy

    May 13, 20261h 3mS0

    <p>The conversation covers a range of topics including residential fire statistics, the importance of understanding the 'why' in firefighting, firefighter fitness and challenges, the legacy of Bill Gustin, the evolution...

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    First Call Ready: Ashley and Megan Episode 8

    May 8, 202640 minS0

    <p>The conversation covers the introduction to First Call Ready, the experiences of getting started in dispatch, the challenges and training involved, the transition to administration and leadership, dealing with tough...

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    The Firehouse Chef: Joseph Bonanno Episode 7

    Apr 25, 202648 minS0

    <p>Joseph Bonanno, a veteran of the FDNY and an award-winning chef, shares his journey from joining the FDNY to becoming a renowned firehouse chef. He discusses the importance of the firehouse kitchen table and the...

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    The F.O.O.L.S: Ben Fleagle Episode 6

    Apr 17, 202639 minS0

    <p>The conversation delves into the significance of the Fools Fraternal Order of Leatherheads as a vital support network for firefighters, emphasizing the importance of brotherhood and camaraderie in the fire service...

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    THE HIDDEN COST OF HEROISM: DR RON RUFO EPISODE 5

    Apr 10, 202645 minS0

    <p>The conversation delves into the hidden cost of heroism, focusing on the mental health challenges faced by first responders. It explores the impact of isolation, the stigma of seeking help, and the need for open...

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    From The Streets To The ER: Dr. Antonio Gandia Episode #4

    Apr 2, 202646 minS0

    <p>Dr. Gandia discusses the WHY of the Pre-Hospital Care/ Emergency Room relationship and we can improve. Episode# 4 From the Streets to the ER. </p>

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