Frontline Voices is a podcast dedicated to the men and women who serve on the front lines of our communities—firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, and public safety leaders. Each episode delivers real conversations with those who live the job every day, offering listeners an inside look at the challenges, decisions, and moments that define a life of service.
The show goes beyond surface-level interviews. It dives into leadership, critical incidents, training, mental resilience, and the evolving landscape of emergency services. Whether it’s a fire chief discussing department strategy, a deputy running for sheriff, or a specialized responder sharing lessons from the field, Frontline Voices brings clarity and authenticity to the profession.
At its core, the podcast is about connection—bridging the gap between first responders and the communities they serve. It highlights the human side of the badge and the helmet, sharing stories of sacrifice, growth, and purpose.
Frontline Voices is where experience speaks, leadership is sharpened, and the mission of public service is brought to life.
When the Sirens Go Silent The Unseen Work of Coroner Jennie Short
Send us Fan Mail When the flashing lights fade, the sirens fall silent, and first responders clear the scene, someone else's work is often just beginning. In this powerful episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with DeKalb County Coroner Jennie Short to explore a side of public safety that few people ever see or fully understand. With more than a decade of experience in death investigations, Jennie has dedicated herself to seeking answers, uncovering the truth, and helping families navigate...
23 Sept 2026
Amanda Weimer Podcast.
Send us Fan Mail This episode is a little different—and a pretty special one. My good friend Amanda Weimer is getting ready to step behind the microphone and launch a podcast of her own. As she begins this new adventure, she asked me to be her guinea pig for one of her first interviews, and I was more than happy to return the favor and take a turn on the other side of the microphone. Amanda and I sit down to talk about my background in the fire service, the experiences that have shaped my jou...
15 Aug 2026
Serving Those Who Serve: The Mission Behind the Gary Sinise Foundation with SVP of Marketing & Communications Cristin Kampsnider
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Cristin Kampsnider, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications at the Gary Sinise Foundation, for a conversation about service, sacrifice, gratitude, and the responsibility to never forget. A Marine Corps veteran who has spent more than a decade helping advance the Foundation's mission, Cristin shares her perspective on the work being done to honor and support our nation's veterans, first responders, d...
1 Aug 2026
Frontline Voices Exclusive: Michael Gier on the Release of The Heroism and Resilience of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph
Send us Fan Mail What does resilience look like in the face of unimaginable tragedy? In this special episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker Michael Gier to discuss the release of his powerful new documentary, The Heroism and Resilience of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph. More than two decades after the attacks of September 11, 2001, this documentary goes beyond the headlines to tell the deeply personal stories of courage, sacrifice, and hope that emerged from one ...
26 Jul 2026
The Call After the Call: How Aftershock Is Changing the Future of First Responder Mental Health
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, host Matthew Latham sits down with Ashley Toomey, AEMT, and Katie Perry, FF/AEMT—co-founders of Aftershock: First Responder Mental Health—for an honest and powerful conversation about the unseen mental health challenges facing firefighters, EMS professionals, law enforcement officers, dispatchers, and other emergency responders across northeast Indiana and beyond. Ashley and Katie share the deeply personal experiences that inspired them to...
23 Jun 2026
Passing the Torch : Eric Kennedy on Leadership, Training, and a Life of Service in the Fire Service
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Eric Kennedy, Fire Lieutenant with the Kendallville Fire Department, Assistant Fire Chief of the Corunna Volunteer Fire Department, and Indiana District 3 Instructor of the Year. With decades of experience in both volunteer and career firefighting, Eric shares his journey into the fire service, the lessons he's learned through leadership, and the passion that drives his commitment to training the next generation of firefig...
8 Jun 2026
Protecting the Protectors: A Conversation with Amanda Weimer
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Amanda Weimer, a respected fire service leader whose career has evolved from the front lines of emergency response to shaping roadway safety across the state of Indiana. Amanda shares her journey through the Fort Wayne Fire Department, where she rose through the ranks to become a lieutenant, the lessons learned during decades of service, and the challenges and rewards of leadership in the fire service. We also explore her ...
17 May 2026
Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department Captain Peggy Barrand
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Peggy Pankop-Barrand to discuss a lifetime of service, sacrifice, and perseverance. Peggy opens up about entering the fire service in the early 2000s during a time when women in the firehouse often had to work twice as hard to prove they belonged. From overcoming doubt and breaking barriers to balancing motherhood, public service, and personal tragedy after being widowed at a young age, her story is one of resilience and d...
7 May 2026
Firefighter Jessica "Jess" Fromholz-Inman: Rebuilding Through Service
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Jessica Fromholz-Inman — a mother, educator, firefighter, K-9 search and rescue handler, and community leader whose story is rooted in resilience, perseverance, and service. Jessica opens up about the realities of rebuilding life after hardship, balancing motherhood with public service, and finding purpose through teaching, firefighting, and search and rescue. From personal loss and starting over, to mentoring youth and se...
21 Apr 2026
Stueben County Sheriff Candidate: Chris Emerick
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Steuben County Sheriff candidate Chris Emerick, a veteran law enforcement leader with decades of experience serving his community. Emerick shares his journey from the Marines to the front lines of policing, and what’s driving him to step forward and lead as Sheriff. We dive into the real issues facing Steuben County—public safety, leadership accountability, officer development, and the evolving challenges law enforcement f...
19 Apr 2026
Frontline Voices: The Aftermath
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices: The Aftermath, host Matt Latham sits back down with Chief Gene Landers for a conversation most in the fire service avoid—but everyone needs to hear. This isn’t surface-level talk. This is the uncomfortable side of the job. From the reality of response times and what they truly mean for communities, to the challenges of leadership under pressure, to the egos that can either build or break a department—nothing is off limits. Chief Landers br...
7 Apr 2026
Stueben County Sheriff Candidate: Mike Meeks
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Michael “Mike” Meeks, a veteran law enforcement leader with over two decades of service to Steuben County. Currently serving as Chief Deputy of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, Meeks has built his career from the ground up—starting in corrections, advancing through patrol and investigations, and ultimately helping lead one of the county’s most critical public safety agencies. Now, he’s stepping forward with a vision to...
25 Mar 2026
Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department Engineer Thomas O’Quinn
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down and talk about one of the steady hands behind the scenes—Engineer Thomas “Tommy” O’Quinn. Tommy represents the kind of firefighter every department depends on—the one who doesn’t need recognition, doesn’t chase the spotlight, but shows up every time ready to do the job right. As an engineer, he’s known for his deep knowledge of the apparatus, his attention to detail, and the confidence he brings to the pump when everything is o...
25 Mar 2026
Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department Chief Dave Barrand
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Dave Barrand, Fire Chief of the Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department—a leader committed to service, tradition, and building a department that stands ready when the call comes in. Chief Barrand shares his perspective on leading a volunteer fire department in today’s environment, where recruitment, retention, training, and community trust are more critical than ever. From managing day-to-day operations to guiding his depa...
25 Mar 2026
Chief of Operations Stueben County EMS. Andy Grote
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Andy Grote, Chief of Operations for Steuben County EMS—a leader at the center of emergency medical response, system coordination, and frontline decision-making. Chief Grote brings a unique perspective on what it takes to manage not just patients, but an entire EMS system. From overseeing daily operations to navigating high-acuity calls, staffing challenges, and evolving demands in prehospital care, he shares what leadershi...
25 Mar 2026
Ashley-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department Captain Austin Acker
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Fire Captain Austin Acker, a leader shaped by experience, accountability, and a deep commitment to the fire service. Captain Acker shares his journey through the ranks, offering insight into what it truly means to lead on and off the fireground. From high-pressure decision-making to building trust within a crew, this conversation dives into the realities of modern fire service leadership. We talk about: The transition from...
24 Mar 2026
Orange Township Fire Chief Gene Landers
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Fire Chief Gene Landers to talk about what it truly means to lead from the front. With years of experience in the fire service, Chief Landers shares the lessons that shaped his leadership style, the challenges of guiding a department through change, and the responsibility that comes with wearing the badge at the highest level. We dive into the realities of command—decision-making under pressure, building trust within the r...
24 Mar 2026
Emergency Management Director/ Metz Fire Chief Lee Greenamyer
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Frontline Voices, we sit down with Lee Greenamyer, who serves both as the Steuben County EMA Director and Fire Chief of Metz Volunteer Fire Department. Wearing two critical hats, Lee offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how emergency management and fire service operations intersect when it matters most. We dive into what it takes to coordinate large-scale incidents—from severe weather events to multi-agency responses—and how preparation, communication, ...
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