Contributors

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Host

Kevin Ferrara

As host of AFSO21’s Weekend Wrap-up Podcast, Ferrara, shares his over 37-years of experience as fire service leader to listeners, offering weekly topics to create constructive discussions with crews at the dining table or in the training classroom.

Since his retirement from the United States Air Force, Ferrara is frequently sought as a subject matter expert pertaining to firefighter health and safety. His compelling insights regarding toxic exposure among veterans and military firefighters gained national attention through The National Desk’s award-winning investigative program, “Spotlight on America,” and personal interviews with renowned environmental advocate Erin Brockovich.

Ferrara presently holds leadership positions on various boards and committees focused on health and safety, military exposure to toxic chemicals, and cancer research and education.

Guests

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Dr. Graham Peaslee

Professor Graham Peaslee is a nuclear physicist at the University of Notre Dame, where he leads research into environmental contaminants using nuclear analytical techniques. With a background in chemistry and chemical physics, his work spans PFAS detection, heavy metals and agricultural pollutants.

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Justin Whitney

Justin Whitney is a Pennsylvania-based Paramedic with five years of experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Justin is deeply committed to continuous education and training, driven by a passion to create better opportunities for all EMS providers to excel and develop their clinical skills. Justin holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. 

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