In this gripping episode of Falling to Freedom, retired Oakland firefighter Jason Sautel sits down with host Chad LaComb to expose the silent suffering behind the badge. From a chaotic and abusive childhood in Hemet, California, to the front lines of life-and-death emergencies, Jason’s journey is one of unimaginable pain, spiritual transformation, and ultimate redemption.

Learn how childhood trauma and firefighting stress created the perfect storm for an emotional collapse. The mental and spiritual cost of rescuing others while losing himself brought Jason to his turning point:a haunting Bay Bridge jumper call that led to his moment of truth.

Bold friendship and faith in Jesus brought him out of the darkness.

Jason is now a passionate speaker, author of The Rescuer and Jesus Is All We Need, and host of the Jesus Is All We Need Podcast. Jason brings hope to first responders and anyone trapped in isolation, addiction, or despair.

Let’s break the silence. Drop a comment below: What’s your story? How do you find freedom?

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Join host Chad LaComb for a powerful episode of Falling to Freedom as Matt Capelouto shares his heart-wrenching story of loss and relentless fight for justice. After his daughter Alexandra died from a single fentanyl-laced counterfeit pill she believed was Percocet, Matt turned grief into action. He spearheaded Alexandra’s Law to hold drug dealers accountable and is now a leading voice in the battle against the fentanyl crisis. Learn about the dangers of counterfeit pills, the urgent need for education and mental health support, and how Matt’s mission at www.stopdrughomicide.org is saving lives. A story of tragedy,resilience, and hope, don’t miss this call to action. #FentanylCrisis #AlexandrasLaw #OnePillKills

In this powerful episode of Falling To Freedom, host Chad LaComb sits down with Devin O’Day, Chief Development Officer at First Responder-Wellness in Newport Beach, to explore the unseen struggles of first responders, police, firefighters, EMS, and military. With addiction and trauma affecting these heroes at twice the rate of the general population, Devin, 15 years sober, shares his transformative journey from addiction’s depths to leading a mission to save lives.

The episode dives into the unique challenges first responders face: a “toughness” culture that stigmatizes vulnerability, fear of career repercussions, and the toll of job-related PTSD and moral injury from “sticky calls.” Devin reveals how hyper-vigilance, disassociation, and self-medication with alcohol or drugs can spiral, with suicide claiming more first responder lives than line-of-duty deaths.

Through the lens of First Responder Wellness, which treats 345 individuals annually, Devin highlights solutions: culturally competent care, peer support like the First Responder Fellowship, and holistic wellness encompassing hobbies, relationships, and purpose. His message is clear, recovery is possible with honest acknowledgment and community support.

This raw, hopeful conversation is a call to break stigma, foster resilience, and prioritize first responder wellness. Tune in to discover practical steps for healing and how we can all support our heroes.

Stream now at fullyrestored.org/podcast and visit firstresponder-wellness.com for resources. Join us in championing mental health and hope. @FallingToFreedom @FirstResponderWellness