Topic: Emts

Mimi Smith-Dvorak reflects on her time as one of the first female EMTs in Oakland and how that high-stress environment taught her to compartmentalize trauma. Regarding John's recovery, he is expected to stay with his daughter Jay and her husband Brennan for 24-hour care before returning to his San Francisco home. Mimi estimates it will be two to three weeks before John's voice recovers enough to return to the show.

A first-time donation from Rita in Indiana is dedicated to her son Tom for his 40th birthday. Tom, a financial analyst and volunteer fireman, is credited with introducing his mother to the show. The hosts perform a "de-douching" for the new donor and apply a "switcheroo" to credit the donation to Tom's name.

An Ohio EMT reports a surge in unusual medical cases, including severe reactions to routine chemotherapy and "white haze" appearing on mammograms near vaccine injection sites. Cardiologists are reportedly seeing more young patients with pulmonary embolisms and heart issues. While hospitals are full, the report suggests the influx is driven by fear of RSV and non-COVID ailments rather than the virus itself.

A medical producer explains that EMTs use Narcan as a standard protocol for unresponsive patients, which may have led to rumors of a "needle-spiking" incident at Astroworld. In other news, NASA has delayed its return to the moon from 2024 to at least 2025, citing legal challenges involving SpaceX. The hosts joke that this gives their show another three years of content before the mission's next inevitable delay.

A police officer from the San Francisco Peninsula describes a broken judicial cycle where criminals are cited and released due to COVID-19 regulations and zero-dollar bail policies. Additionally, an EMT from Colorado reports increased violence toward first responders and claims to have observed sudden deaths following vaccination.

Reports from producers indicate that pharmacies are now struggling to give away vaccine doses as demand drops. Additionally, a producer shared a story of a severe blood sugar spike in a 70-year-old woman following her second shot, while another noted an EMT developing diabetes post-vaccination.

An EMT from Colorado, previously identified as "Bad Chad," reported developing shingles and neurological issues following his second vaccine dose. He also shared an account of a 30-year-old colleague who allegedly developed Type 1 diabetes and temporary blindness after vaccination. The discussion highlights the lack of legal recourse for those suffering from adverse reactions due to manufacturer liability protections.

The hosts acknowledge top donors and executive producers, including Kevin Silverman and Sir Crash EMT. They grant "F-Cancer Karma" to several listeners and their family members, reporting that a previous recipient's MRI showed a tumor had disappeared. New titles are bestowed, including the Viscount of Luna and the Grand Duke of the Pacific Northwest.

A technical discussion explores whether electric vehicles actually save money when accounting for power plant generation and grid loss. The hosts argue that EVs are heavily subsidized and may not be more efficient than modern internal combustion engines. They also mention the specialized training EMTs require to safely disable high-voltage batteries in crashed Priuses and Teslas.

CNN journalist Arwa Damon is facing a lawsuit in New York for allegedly biting two EMTs while intoxicated. The plaintiffs claim Damon threatened them by citing her status as a major reporter. The hosts play a clip of Damon on Bill Maher's show discussing the "responsibility" of journalists to fight for humanitarian principles, contrasting it with her alleged behavior.

The hosts continue reading donation notes, including a $200 contribution from Mark Linds in Burnaby (noting the confusion between Washington and British Columbia). Sir Crash EMT in New Jersey is thanked for his support and a recommendation of Jocko Willink's content. The segment concludes with a reminder that these producer credits are "real" and can be used on professional resumes.

A series of Valentine's Day themed donations are read, including a patent developer working on matching dental remains for fallen soldiers. Listeners request "de-douching" ceremonies and "jobs karma" for their spouses. The hosts acknowledge the Noagendroid app developer and various "Dames" and "Knights" from Japan to Canada who support the broadcast.

Adam and John acknowledge significant financial support from producers, including a major contribution from Crash EMT for his second knighthood. They read letters from donors requesting "job karma" and "wedding karma" while playing various show jingles. The segment includes a "tithe" from a producer in Saskatchewan and a humorous request regarding Hillary Clinton.

Severe flooding in Central Colorado and Boulder has left 300 people unaccounted for and destroyed several small towns. The difficulty in communication is discussed, with a critique of how emergency services often ignore ham radio operators who attempt to help. The hosts speculate on unusual weather patterns and mention Al Jazeera's coverage of the event.

Listeners contributing to the show express dissatisfaction with NPR's coverage of the Boston bombing as a primary reason for redirecting their financial support. The hosts read notes from various donors, including an EMT who listens to the program while on duty.

The discussion covers various conspiracy theories surrounding the Boston bombing, including reports of bomb-sniffing dogs and training exercise announcements before the blast. They address online claims regarding "crisis actors" and double amputees. After consulting an EMT and a personal contact with experience in explosions, the hosts conclude the injuries appear real but suggest the devices were designed to blow upward rather than outward.