The Pulse Nightclub Shooting: A First Responder's Story with Gerry Realin

In this episode, host Paolo Longo and co-host Geoff Bickler welcome Gerry Realin, an officer from the Orlando Police Department, to discuss his harrowing experience during the Pulse Nightclub shooting in 2016. Jerry shares the traumatic memories of that night, the mental health struggles he faced afterward, and the lack of institutional support for first responders dealing with PTSD. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy, the legal challenges faced by first responders, and the significant changes in workers' compensation laws that have emerged as a result of Gerry's case. The episode emphasizes the ongoing need for support and resources for first responders and the importance of seeking help.