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by Dave Fritzsche

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Real Life stories of lives saved, lost, and changed saved due to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)- the largest cause of natural death in the United States. The SaveHeart Stories podcast sheds light on how to drastically improve SCA survival rates by placing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) everywhere people live, work, and play, training more people in basic CPR & AED use, and promoting youth heart screenings to uncover potential heart defects in teenagers. Every year in the U.S., out-of-hospital SCA claims the lives of 356,000 people, including more than 23,000 teenagers. SCA strikes without warning and affects people from every walk of life, regardless of age, race, gender, ethnicity, or even health profile. While Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is essential to help blood flow to vital organs after an SCA event, the only real cure for SCA is an electrical shock from an AED, which the American Heart Association recommends should happen within 3 minutes. Sadly, today, less than 10% of SCA victims survive, largely because AEDs aren’t located close enough to where people are. There is an increasing number of stories in the media about how having an AED saved a precious life, or worse, how not having an AED nearby resulted in a tragic and unnecessary death. SaveHeart Stories should inspire us to do something about it now- individually, and together- so that our stories can change from sadness to celebration- and from tragedy to triumph. SaveHeart Stories is brought to you by your host, Dave Fritzsche, AED industry veteran and founder of SaveHeart by HeartNation. Proudly ‘Made in the USA,’ SaveHeart’s highly visible, alarmed, lighted, temperature-controlled and 24x7 monitored outdoor cabinets provide immediate visibility & access to lifesaving AEDs, Stop the Bleed Kits, Narcan, and other emergency supplies. They are ideal for parks, athletic fields & courts, trails, schools & universities, business districts, marinas, beaches, and any outdoor locations where people congregate. To learn more about how Outdoor AEDs can keep your community safer, call 312-953-6928 or email dave@saveheart.life.

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Episode thumbnail for Mobilizing a Movement for AED Awareness: When SCA Inspires a Community to Change

March 26, 2026

Mobilizing a Movement for AED Awareness: When SCA Inspires a Community to Change

<p>One minute you’re doing what you’ve always done, feeling strong, staying active, living your routine. The next, everything changes. When Sudden Cardiac Arrest strikes, strength and discipline are thrown out the window. Whether you make it through comes down to who’s around you, whether AEDs are available, and how quickly people will respond.</p><p>In this episode of SaveHeart Stories, host Dave Fritzsche, founder of <a href="https://saveheart.life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SaveHeart by HeartNation</a> sits down with Trey Mobley and Karen Sheets-Mobley to share a story with a happy ending that could have gone very differently. Trey suffered sudden cardiac arrest while working out in December 2023. What followed was a chain reaction of fast action, trained responders, and access to an AED. In short, everything that needed to go right did.</p><p>What happened next is changing lives. From launching a grassroots effort to fund AED placements, to advocating for awareness in underserved areas of Louisville, to personally training others in hands-only CPR, they are helping others to become more aware of the dangers or SCA, and to be prepared with AEDs. </p><p>When you hear this story, and then you see, or don’t, an available AED where people gather, you’ll think differently. That’s the goal, and that’s what this podcast is all about.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>– Sudden cardiac arrest can happen without warning, even in active, healthy individuals</p><p>– Immediate CPR and AED access were the difference in Trey’s survival</p><p>– Bystander awareness and fast action matter more than most people realize</p><p>– Many public places still lack accessible AEDs when seconds count</p><p>– Family history and hidden conditions often go unchecked until it’s too late</p><p>– Survival often creates a responsibility to advocate and educate others</p><p>– Grassroots efforts can quickly expand awareness and save lives</p><p>– Hands-only CPR is simple to learn and can be taught to anyone</p><p>– Visibility of AEDs changes how people think about safety in public spaces</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:18 Introduction:</p><p>02:05 Trey Mobley’s Story</p><p>07:55 Mobilizing a Movement</p><p>16:16 No Warning Signs to SCA</p><p>10:27 Partnerships for Effectiveness</p><p>19:23 Next Steps and Opportunities</p><p>25:05 Contacting Karen and Trey </p><p> 29:20 Closing Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful Links: </strong></p><p>Karen Sheets-Mobley and Trey Mobley: Contact them through Dave Fritzsche</p><p>Dave Fritzsche at SaveHeart by HeartNation: https://saveheart.life/</p>

Episode thumbnail for Encouraging the Lifesaver in You: A Conversation with Stephanie Kornet

December 29, 2025

Encouraging the Lifesaver in You: A Conversation with Stephanie Kornet

<p>No matter how hard it is, no matter how much it hurts, life goes on for those who must.&nbsp;Every family handles tragic loss differently.&nbsp;Some focus on the loss, and that is understandable. Others refuse to be silent and choose to speak up, to educate others, and to push for changes that could spare another family from walking the same road.&nbsp;</p><p>This episode of the SaveHeart Stories podcast focuses on a family that did the latter.&nbsp;Host Dave Fritzsche, founder of&nbsp;<a href="https://saveheart.life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SaveHeart by HeartNation</a>&nbsp;talks with Stephanie Kornet of the <a href="https://www.4Alec.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4Alec Foundation</a> to talk about her son Alec, a student-athlete whose life was cut short after hockey practice at just 17 years old.</p><p>The discussion explores the real-world work happening on the ground: AED placement in schools and community spaces, partnerships with organizations like Parent Heart Watch, and the impact of Ohio’s House Bill 47, requiring emergency action plans and AED access in places where kids play.&nbsp;</p><p>Stephanie also speaks candidly about awareness gaps, such as how often parents assume “this won’t happen to us,” and why education and confidence to act matter just as much as equipment.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>-Sudden cardiac arrest often shows no warning signs, even in healthy student-athletes</p><p>-CPR training and AED awareness empower everyday people to act, not panic</p><p>-Ohio’s House Bill 47 is a start, but compliance and follow-through matter</p><p>-Schools, rec centers, and youth sports facilities play a critical role in preparedness</p><p>-Sharing personal stories helps break the “this won’t happen to us” mindset</p><p>-Grassroots foundations rely heavily on partnerships and community support</p><p>-Awareness without confidence still leaves gaps—education must lead to action</p><p>-Small steps taken locally can ripple outward and save lives</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:16 Introduction:</p><p>01:02 About Alec Kornet</p><p>03:11 Mission of 4Alec Foundation</p><p>08:06 Focus on Awareness, CPR Training and AED Placements</p><p>10:27 Partnerships for Effectiveness</p><p>13:19 Learn more/Contact Stephanie</p><p>14:58 Meant To Be</p><p>16:38 Closing Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful Links: &nbsp;</strong></p><p>Stephanie Kornet, 4Alec Foundation: <a href="http://www.4alec.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.4Alec.org</a></p><p>Dave Fritzsche at SaveHeart by HeartNation: https://saveheart.life/</p>

Episode thumbnail for Attacking SCA from All Angles: A Conversation with Tormod Larsen

December 8, 2025

Attacking SCA from All Angles: A Conversation with Tormod Larsen

<p>Important work often grows quietly, through steady commitment, difficult decisions, and people who choose to turn loss into something that protects others. Across schools, families, and entire communities, heart safety and prevention are no longer abstract ideas. They’re becoming real practices, built by people who decided that tragedy would not be the final word.</p><p>In this episode of Save Heart Stories, host Dave Fritzsche, founder of&nbsp;<a href="https://saveheart.life/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SaveHeart by HeartNation</a>&nbsp;talks with Tormod Larsen, co-founder of the <a href="https://www.kristofferbigheart.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kristoffer Larsen Big Heart Memorial Foundation</a> in Geneva, Illinois. After losing their son Kristoffer to sudden cardiac arrest at just 22 years old, Tormod and his family chose to honor his life by building something that would help spare other families from the same loss.</p><p>Through years of steady work, the Kristoffer Larsen Big Heart Memorial Foundation has screened more than 5,000 students and identified dozens of young people with hidden heart conditions. Their efforts extend beyond Illinois through scholarships, leadership development, and student-driven screening programs now reaching as far as Alabama.&nbsp;</p><p>This episode shows family at it’s finest, making the best outcome possible of the worst event imaginable.&nbsp;The difference being made is tangible, as one family’s tragedy continues to create protection, opportunity, and life-saving impact for thousands of others.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><p>-Tragedy can become a catalyst for long-term protection</p><p>-Screenings and AED access must work together</p><p>-Early detection changes outcomes</p><p>-Awareness only matters if it leads to action</p><p>-Scholarships carry impact beyond prevention</p><p>-Youth leadership multiplies legacy</p><p>-Technology supports survival, but people sustain the mission</p><p>-Progress happens one school and one town at a time</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:17 Introduction:</p><p>01:52 About Christopher Larsen</p><p>04:06 Mission of Big Heart</p><p>08:16 Screening Impact</p><p>10:45 Scholarship Success</p><p>13:16 Screening Process</p><p>18:20 Advancements in the fight against SCA</p><p>&nbsp;26:50 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Helpful Links: &nbsp;</strong></p><p>Tormod Larsen at Kristoffer Larsen Big Heart Foundation: http://www.kristofferbigheart.org/</p><p>Dave Fritzsche at SaveHeart by HeartNation: https://saveheart.life/</p>

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What is SaveHeart Stories?

Real Life stories of lives saved, lost, and changed saved due to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)- the largest cause of natural death in the United States. The SaveHeart Stories podcast sheds light on how to drastically improve SCA survival rates by placing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) everywhere people live, work, and play, training more people in basic CPR & AED use, and promoting youth heart screenings to uncover potential heart defects in teenagers.

Every year in the U.S., out-of-hospital SCA claims the lives of 356,000 people, including more than 23,000 teenagers. SCA strikes without warning and affects people from every walk of life, regardless of age, race, gender, ethnicity, or even health profile. While Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is essential to help blood flow to vital organs after an SCA event, the only real cure for SCA is an electrical shock from an AED, which the American Heart Association recommends should happen within 3 minutes. Sadly, today, less than 10% of SCA victims survive, largely because AEDs aren’t located close enough to where people are.

There is an increasing number of stories in the media about how having an AED saved a precious life, or worse, how not having an AED nearby resulted in a tragic and unnecessary death. SaveHeart Stories should inspire us to do something about it now- individually, and together- so that our stories can change from sadness to celebration- and from tragedy to triumph.

SaveHeart Stories is brought to you by your host, Dave Fritzsche, AED industry veteran and founder of SaveHeart by HeartNation. Proudly ‘Made in the USA,’ SaveHeart’s highly visible, alarmed, lighted, temperature-controlled and 24x7 monitored outdoor cabinets provide immediate visibility & access to lifesaving AEDs, Stop the Bleed Kits, Narcan, and other emergency supplies. They are ideal for parks, athletic fields & courts, trails, schools & universities, business districts, marinas, beaches, and any outdoor locations where people congregate.

To learn more about how Outdoor AEDs can keep your community safer, call 312-953-6928 or email dave@saveheart.life.

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