Rick Bucher: Firefighter, Survivor, Author, Advocate
"Smashing the stigma, one story at a time."
"Silence is the greatest barrier between those anonymous souls in need of help and their salvation."
Rick
what i can do
Breaking the Stigma
Workshops and Keynotes
Breaking the Stigma
After publishing my book, Flame and Fortune, I dedicated myself to bringing my message to those who struggle with the stigma of stepping forward to seek help with mental health issues.
Media
Workshops and Keynotes
Breaking the Stigma
I would love to speak with you in an interview setting to tell my story and show your audience that there can be light after even the darkest of times.
Workshops and Keynotes
Workshops and Keynotes
Workshops and Keynotes
With 27 years of fire service experience, I have the background needed to help you work through problems, overcome barriers and motivate, inspire and strengthen your group.
Close the Deal
Workshops and Keynotes
Workshops and Keynotes
My story can help to influence those who make the policies that affect your organization. Reach out to me to discuss your situation and how I can help you achieve your goals.
Interviews and appearances
Diamond Horseshoe Ranch
An intimate event with local Fire Chiefs and Medical Directors
Cleared Hot Podcast
Long-form interview with Andy Stumpf
From the Edge to Enlightenment
Struggles, Barriers and Overcoming Transitions
Blue To Green Podcast
An excellent talk about first responder and military mental health and wellness, with a review of my summer activities!
The Washdown Podcast
I finally got to sit down for this, and I'm happy I did!
Firehouse Logbook Podcast
I sit down with Robby Dawson to talk about my story and what's needed in the fire service leadership realm. Available where you get podcasts, or click the image to go to the episode on Spotify!
The Fireground Fitness Podcast
Here's an engaging interview with Rayne Gray where I express my opinions on what leadership should look like at the station and battalion level. If you're a leader, are you doing it right?