Ep 14: How Finding Purpose Turned Me into a Paramedic

Profess EMS

Profess EMS
Ep 14: How Finding Purpose Turned Me into a Paramedic
Aug 14, 2026
Ben Tacy

Welcome back, everybody. 

We had a bit of a hiatus due to some projects at Master Your Medics, but we are now returning for regular episodes!

Today, I sit down with my friend Eric Stemple. In fact, he really showed me the ropes and got me into EMS. Eric, a clinical educator in West Virginia, is focused on making our deliveries cleaner and more engaging as educators to better connect with students. 

Eric and I talk about our adventures on the road and how we’re still growing as providers and educators in our EMS field.

Episode Artwork Ep 14: How Finding Purpose Turned Me into a Paramedic 1:01:37 Episode Artwork Ep 13: Where Does EMS Fit in the Fire Service? 1:08:56 Episode Artwork Ep 12: How Ben Would Change EMS 22:39 Episode Artwork Ep 11: Those Who Can't Do, Teach 58:27 Episode Artwork Ep 10: Pros and Cons of Using Lights and Sirens 50:54 Episode Artwork Ep 9: Where Initial Education Fails Us 29:42 Episode Artwork Ep 8: What I Wish I Knew Back Then 27:52 Episode Artwork Ep 7: Instructor Pitfalls 33:54 Episode Artwork Ep 6: Academic Momentum 16:40 Episode Artwork Ep 5: Assessments 19:22 Episode Artwork Ep 4: Hybrid Education 12:49 Episode Artwork Ep 3: NREMT Psychomotor Exam Sunset 26:02 Episode Artwork Ep 2: Learning Styles 20:42 Episode Artwork E1: Pilot 7:43