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In this deeply moving episode of Sirens, Slammers, and Service, host Nikki Cloutier sits down with Dr. Tracy Covington, a clinical psychologist and the powerful force behind Wabi Sabi Circle, a foundation that’s reshaping the mental health landscape for female EMS providers.

Dr. Covington shares how she’s bringing hope and healing to women on the front lines of emergency medical services—many of whom silently carry the weight of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Through week-long, fully-funded retreats, Wabi Sabi Circle offers Ketamine-Assisted Therapy alongside holistic, body-based practices like Equine Therapy, Sound Baths, Acudetox, breathwork, and yoga to help these women reconnect with themselves and reset their nervous systems.

💥 Inside the episode:

• What makes Ketamine-Assisted Therapy so uniquely effective for trauma
• Why EMS providers often suffer in silence—and how that’s starting to change
• The heart and mission behind Wabi Sabi Circle’s no-cost, luxury healing retreats
• Incredible transformations witnessed during their first two retreats
• A sneak peek into what’s planned for Retreat #3 in 2026

🎧 Whether you’re in EMS, a mental health advocate, or someone looking to better understand the silent wounds behind the sirens, this episode will challenge your perspective and ignite your compassion.

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Follow @wabi_sabicircle on Instagram for updates.

🔊 Don’t miss this powerful conversation—and be sure to subscribe and stay tuned for more bold voices and real stories in Season 9 of Sirens, Slammers, and Service.

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In this authentic and real episode of Sirens, Slammers, and Service, host Nikki Cloutier sits down with RCMP Constable Sarah Marchildon-White, a proud 11-year veteran of the force who is now serving in Alberta’s Serious Crimes Branch.

Sarah opens up about her early years working in rural Alberta and the community of Maskwacis, where frontline policing brought both incredible challenges and unforgettable moments. From unpredictable shifts to community connection, she doesn’t hold back on what life is really like behind the badge in rural detachment life.

Now working on some of the province’s toughest files, Sarah talks about the transition into the Serious Crimes Branch and what it takes to do the work with integrity, empathy, and grit.

We also explore Sarah’s involvement with Alberta Women in Public Safety (AWIPS) — a dynamic organization committed to empowering and supporting women across law enforcement, corrections, conservation, fish and wildlife and more. She shares how AWIPS is creating real change, why it matters, and how you can get involved.

🔥 Key parts you don’t want to miss:

• A few hilarious stories from her time on patrol in rural Alberta
• The reality of transitioning from frontline policing to major crimes
• What mentorship and representation mean in public safety
• How AWIPS is building a stronger, more inclusive future for women in uniform

💥 Whether you're thinking of joining the RCMP, working in public safety, or just want a deeper look at the people behind the uniform — this episode delivers.

🎧 Subscribe now and stay tuned — more bold stories and powerful voices coming your way in Season 9 of Sirens, Slammers, and Service.

Follow us on Instagram @bluelinefitnesstesting and check out AWIPS to learn more about supporting women in public safety.

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She’s back! In this long-awaited return to Sirens, Slammers, and Service, Advanced Care Paramedic Sheila Farrell reconnects with host Nikki Cloutier to share what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what it really means to serve in one of the most demanding roles in public safety.

Now three years into her ACP career, Sheila walks us through her newest adventure as an Incident Response Paramedic (IRP)—a high-stakes, high-impact position supporting Alberta Health Services during mass casualty events, burn emergencies, poisonings, and more.

🔥 In this episode, we dive into:

• Wild stories from the field (spoiler: one involves poisoning that’ll blow your mind)
• The specialized skillset and mindset required for IRP work
• What it’s like walking into scenes most paramedics will never encounter
• How her training—and mindset—have evolved since becoming an ACP

Whether you're in EMS, thinking of becoming a paramedic, or just curious about what goes down when things really go sideways, Sheila pulls no punches in sharing what it's like to be on the frontlines of Alberta's emergency response.

🚨 Want to know what it takes to handle the heat—literally and figuratively?
Then hit play and get ready for a raw and real conversation with one of the province's finest.

🔊 Stay tuned—Season 9 is just getting started and we’ve got more incredible stories on the way from the people who run toward the chaos.

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Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.

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