The Greatest Story
Our lives are woven from stories—those we hear, read, and tell ourselves, shaping our future and potential. Often, just one story can pivot us from a downward spiral to a transformative paradigm shift.
Our struggles are rooted in the stories we choose to believe. It's a delicate balance between being realistic and maintaining hope. Unfortunately, many people end up abandoning their dreams.
"The Greatest Story" exists to bring to light the untold stories that energize individuals, families, and communities. Our podcast delivers empowering messages, urging you to discover your purpose and unlock your potential, inspiring you to craft your own success story. Welcome to "The Greatest Story Podcast."
The Greatest Story
Why Organized First Response Saves Lives in Chaos
In this episode of The Greatest Story Podcast, we sit down with Sal Cortez, a veteran with 43 years in emergency medical services and the California Highway Patrol. Sal shares his journey from responding to some of the nation’s earliest active shooter events to developing tactical medicine training for law enforcement, military, and civilians.
We cover:
- How emergency response has changed since the 1980s
- The importance of coordination between police, fire, and EMS
- Training programs that prepare first responders and civilians for mass casualty events
- Lessons from real-life incidents and what communities can do to be safer
If you want to understand how to protect yourself and your community in critical situations, this episode is for you.
International School of Tactical Medicine
