Episode 14: From Navy Submarines to Project Hope EMS: Kent Meyer’s Story of Service, Struggle & Resilience

8158 Podcast: Stories of Sacrifice

In this powerful episode of the 8158 Podcast: Stories of Sacrifice, we sit down with Kent Meyer — a Navy veteran, EMT, and paramedic who dedicated over 14 years to saving lives. Kent opens up about his journey from growing up in rural Nebraska, serving aboard Navy submarines, and transitioning into civilian EMS, to facing the emotional weight of critical incidents and his battle with PTSD. Through resilience and therapy, Kent found healing and a new mission: founding Project Hope EMS, a peer-support community that now connects thousands of first responders worldwide. This conversation is raw, real, and filled with lessons on strength, sacrifice, and the importance of breaking the silence around mental health. 💙 Support the mission: Donate to the William H. “Bill” Butler Jr. Foundation: 🔗 https://www.8158podcast.com/donate 🌐 Website: 🔗 https://www.8158podcast.com 🎙 Want to be a guest? Schedule an interview here: 🔗 https://8158podcast.com/contact-us 📢 Join our community & get exclusive content: 🔗 http://Patreon.com/8158podcast