{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Strong New York Podcast","title":"Matt Long:  From Tragedy to Triumph","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/628221c6\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3188,"description":"In this week's episode of The Strong as F#ck Podcast, host Kenny Santucci sits down with New York City firefighter and endurance athlete Matt Long. They discuss Matt's inspirational journey from surviving a horrific bus accident to completing the New York City Marathon and Lake Placid Ironman. Matt shares his experiences from running gyms, dealing with life-changing adversity, and excelling in various speaking engagements.. Tune in for a deep dive into resilience, perseverance, and the power of never giving up.00:00 Introduction and Host's Story01:32 Guest Introduction: Matt Long01:59 Life After the Accident02:22 Challenges of Owning a Gym03:54 Navigating Business and Permits05:32 Marketing and Community Engagement13:36 Early Career and Firefighting14:27 Bar Ownership and New York's Drinking Culture20:11 Firefighting Stories and Experiences26:37 Firefighter's Unexpected Rescue Mission28:22 A Calm Captain in the Face of Fire30:50 The Transit Strike and a Life-Altering Accident37:18 Overcoming Adversity: The Road to Recovery41:01 Rediscovering Passion Through Running45:19 Inspiring Speaking Engagements and Reflections51:06 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/2Xk0ZfTav_YYXRVY33jR580T6b9XsLam3nbonxuWOrE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ODY5/ODY1MDY4ZWQyNzg0/OWQxOThmY2JlMTc3/MDExOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}