<![CDATA[The Bearded Dangler]]>This podcast is hosted by Andrew Cowx, CEO and Founder of S&R Communications, who brings over 30 years of experience from the UK emergency services. With more than 15 years spent in aviation Search and Rescue as a Paramedic Winchman and Flight Safety Officer, Andrew has operated in some of the most demanding, high-pressure environments—where teamwork, communication, and critical decision-making save lives.

Through this podcast, we explore the people at the heart of emergency medicine and Search and Rescue. Each episode shines a light on their experiences, challenges, and the realities of working on the front line, offering insight into what it truly takes to perform when it matters most.

]]>https://thebeardeddangler.riverside.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 05 May 2026 19:14:20 GMTMon, 16 Mar 2026 14:30:00 GMT60Andy Cowx<p>This podcast is hosted by Andrew Cowx, CEO and Founder of S&amp;R Communications, who brings over 30 years of experience from the UK emergency services. With more than 15 years spent in aviation Search and Rescue as a Paramedic Winchman and Flight Safety Officer, Andrew has operated in some of the most demanding, high-pressure environments—where teamwork, communication, and critical decision-making save lives.</p><p></p><p>Through this podcast, we explore the people at the heart of emergency medicine and Search and Rescue. Each episode shines a light on their experiences, challenges, and the realities of working on the front line, offering insight into what it truly takes to perform when it matters most.</p>episodicAndy Cowxandrewcowx@googlemail.comno<![CDATA[Rich Forte. His journey from architect to search and rescue Winchman Paramedic.]]>Episode 1 of the new podcast is with Rich Forte;

He started in architecture, thinking he would build dreams, but guess what? his heart had other plans.

Fast jets flying over his childhood garden sparked his love for aviation, but it took a detour through lifeguarding and ambulance service to realize his true calling.

Now, he can’t believe he is living his dream as a winchman paramedic. 🌟 Every twist and turn shaped his story.

What's your windy path look like?

Still figuring it out? You’re not alone!

#AviationCareer #LifeJourney #ParamedicLife #CareerChange #Inspiration

]]>8d95b30a-834a-4ebe-b891-a971fdcac771Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>Episode 1 of the new podcast is with Rich Forte;</p><p></p><p>He started in architecture, thinking he would build dreams, but guess what? his heart had other plans.</p><p>Fast jets flying over his childhood garden sparked his love for aviation, but it took a detour through lifeguarding and ambulance service to realize his true calling.</p><p>Now, he can’t believe he is living his dream as a winchman paramedic. 🌟 Every twist and turn shaped his story.</p><p></p><p>What's your windy path look like?</p><p>Still figuring it out? You’re not alone!</p><p>#AviationCareer #LifeJourney #ParamedicLife #CareerChange #Inspiration</p>no01:08:20Rich Forte. His journey from architect to search and rescue Winchman Paramedic.full