In this episode of Beyond The Dispatch, Dom’s mom, Connie, joins us for one of the most personal conversations we’ve ever had on the show.

We talk about Dom’s childhood, his decision to join the U.S. Coast Guard, and eventually law enforcement — and what it’s really like watching your child choose a career built around danger and service. Connie opens up about the constant worry, the silent fears, and the emotional toll that comes with being the parent of a first responder.

This conversation goes even deeper as we walk through Dom’s shooting in the line of duty and the impact it had not just on him, but on his entire family. Connie shares what that moment was like from a mother’s perspective, how it changed her, and what the recovery process looked like behind the scenes — the uncertainty, the strength, and the moments no one sees.

We also talk about Dom’s recovery, resilience, and how the family navigated life after everything changed.

This is a raw, honest, and emotional episode about family, fear, strength, and the bonds that hold us together when everything feels like it’s falling apart.

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In this episode of Beyond The Dispatch, we sit down with Linnea Lones, co-owner of Just Lift Fitness, a personal training studio in Clarendon Hills, Illinois, built around long-term health, performance, and sustainability.

Linnea breaks down what originally pulled her into the fitness world and how her work at Just Lift Fitness evolved beyond just workouts and aesthetics. We talk in depth about her experience training first responders, and why a healthy, sustainable lifting style is critical for overall health—especially for people living in high-stress environments.

This conversation goes deep into topics that don’t get talked about enough, including:

• The importance of nutrition beyond calories and macros

• Hormone balance and what “normal ranges” actually look like for men and women

• How the nervous system impacts training, recovery, stress, and burnout

Whether you’re a first responder, athlete, or someone simply trying to feel better in your own body, this episode offers practical insight into how training, hormones, and nervous system health all work together.

This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about understanding your body and building something that lasts.

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Firefighter. Cop. Survivor.Dennis Pishock has carried the weight of two uniforms and the scars that come with them. From 18 years in the fire service to his current role in law enforcement, he knows the toll of PTSD, trauma, and suicide — and why peer support can save lives.In this raw conversation, Pishock shares lessons from his book Demons & Angels, the brotherhood of martial arts, and why resilience is just as critical as any skill on the street or fireground.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes that bring you inside the minds of America’s warriors — after the fight ends.🌐 www.BeyondtheDispatch.com🎧 Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2jRR6F60PV7sTWWNIsLVJF#PTSD #PeerSupport #BeyondtheDispatch #FirstResponderStories #DennisPishockStill Here 🤙🏻