For 14 years, the Inside EMS podcast helped drive conversations shaping the profession. Across nearly 900 episodes, hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson examined hot topics affecting providers and leaders, from field operations and clinical decision-making to technology adoption, workforce challenges and agency leadership. With more than 2.3 million downloads and listeners in 51 countries, the podcast built a lasting archive of practical insight, debate and perspective for every stage of an EMS career.
While new episodes have concluded, the Inside EMS archive (and the Inside EMS YouTube playlist) remains a valuable educational resource. Listeners can revisit discussions on clinical care, leadership, workforce challenges, professional development and the evolving role of EMS in public safety and healthcare.
Episodes
Jun 19, 2015
Jun 19, 2015
29 min
In this episode they take the components of a good radio report one step further and discuss the components of a patient handoff at the hospital. Cebollero and Grayson also cover how to deal with a nurse that does not listen to your report, how to handle the same questions from other staff, and why discussing the response to your treatment is important.
Jun 12, 2015
Jun 12, 2015
2 min
Inside EMS co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson break down the elements of giving a good radio report
Jun 12, 2015
Jun 12, 2015
35 min
In this episode of Inside EMS, co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson break down the elements of giving a good radio report. They supply a scenario and both present mock reports. See how your own radio skills stack up. In the news, they also discuss a paten given to Google to create a fleet of ambulance drones. The drones would deliver supplies for medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or choking.
Jun 4, 2015
Jun 4, 2015
29 min
Students in Australia discuss a recent mass casualty scenario and the development of a debriefing model for maximum learning after the event.
Jun 4, 2015
Jun 4, 2015
2 min
50 people sickened at a homeless shelter is a reminder that providers never know when they'll find themselves on a multi-patient scene, and there needs to be a process in place to handle such calls.
Jun 4, 2015
Jun 4, 2015
2 min
An ostrich that killed two people in Ark. is a reminder to live life to the fullest
May 29, 2015
May 29, 2015
23 min
In this week’s Inside EMS podcast, hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss an Milwaukee ambulance that was hit by gun fire on the way to a call, and consider whether EMS providers should be equipped with vests and helmets. They also talk about alternatives to 48-hour shifts, and highlight the dangers of working long hours after a recent ambulance crash where Texas medic said he fell asleep behind the wheel. In addition, they discuss a two FDNY EMS providers accused of falsifying a patient care report for a dying man with a DNR order that his wife couldn’t find.
May 28, 2015
May 28, 2015
1 min
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss the challenges of driver fatigue. They highlight a recent ambulance crash where a Texas medic fell asleep behind the wheel near the end of a 48-hour shift, and discuss alternatives to EMS providers working long hours.
May 26, 2015
May 26, 2015
1 min
A teen dying of cancer inspired Kansas paramedics. Fulfilling a young man's dream to become an EMT was a great and lasting gift to EMS leaders, educators, and paramedics.
May 21, 2015
May 21, 2015
33 min
New EMS1 columnist and volunteerism expert Nancy Magee explains why volunteers are critical to the future of EMS; her answers may surprise you