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
Apr 9, 2015
Apr 9, 2015
25 min
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson debate whether benzodiazepines are the best treatment options, and discuss dosage.
Apr 8, 2015
Apr 8, 2015
2 min
A lawsuit filed by a patient injured when EMTs carried her to the ambulance sparks a discussion on if and when it’s acceptable for EMS providers to not use a stretcher.
Apr 3, 2015
Apr 3, 2015
29 min
FTOs should not only bridge the gap between the classroom and the street, but pass on agency culture to new hires, and serve as mentors in the department.
Apr 3, 2015
Apr 3, 2015
1 min
FTOs are the gatekeeper to EMS and can determine if a new employee will sink or swim; how detailed is your department’s program for new hires?
Mar 27, 2015
Mar 27, 2015
28 min
Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss the potential of upgraded dispatch technology that incorporates data including text messaging, photos and videos.
Mar 27, 2015
Mar 27, 2015
1 min
Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson highlight the importance of peer support in light of an investigation into the death of a 24-year-old Pa. firefighter and EMT found dead in her car.
Mar 20, 2015
Mar 20, 2015
31 min
Co-host Kelly Grayson and EMS1 columnist and show guest Bob Sullivan debate a BLS vs. ALS system
Mar 19, 2015
Mar 19, 2015
4 min
Co-host Kelly Grayson and EMS1 columnist and guest Bob Sullivan debate a BLS vs. ALS system
Mar 12, 2015
Mar 12, 2015
30 min
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson talk about the advantages of a tiered response system where the bulk of EMS providers are basic EMTs.
Mar 12, 2015
Mar 12, 2015
1 min
Do you know the story about the patient with mid-face trauma who wound up with a nasal endotracheal tube coiled up in his cranial vault?