About the Podcast
A podcast dedicated to supporting First Responders, Military Personnel, Veterans, and others who have experienced trauma—through understanding, shared stories, and meaningful connection.
Hosted by Emily Zufelt, a former police dispatcher and passionate mental health advocate, What’s Your Twenty? creates a safe, trauma-informed space where stories of post-traumatic growth, lived experience, and healing are shared with care and respect. Each episode is a gentle invitation to reflect, learn, and feel less alone.
This podcast explores the layered realities of trauma exposure within organizations—without sensationalism or judgment. Instead, it honors the resilience of its guests while gently unpacking the challenges faced by those in service and their loved ones. Whether you're navigating your own healing, supporting someone else, or simply seeking understanding, What’s Your Twenty? is here to walk beside you.
New episodes air Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. on LIVE365 CHW Streaming Radio and are available on all major podcast platforms.
About Emily
Emily Zufelt is a seasoned communications leader, mental health advocate, and the voice behind the global podcast What’s Your Twenty? With more than two decades of frontline service and a career rooted in trauma education and support, Emily brings deep compassion and clarity to everything she does.
As Director of Communications for the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada, Emily leads national efforts to raise awareness about the impact of brain injuries, concussions, and trauma - especially in the context of sports, military, and first responder communities. Her work is grounded in evidence, empathy, and a commitment to amplifying the voices of those affected.
Emily’s career began at a rape crisis centre in public education, where she first witnessed the power of spoken words to shift perspectives and ignite change. She later spent over 20 years serving in policing, as both a uniformed member and a 911 emergency police dispatcher, becoming a trusted and familiar voice across emergency radio systems.
Today, through her podcast and coaching work, Emily advocates for post-traumatic growth and mental health literacy. Her trauma-informed approach supports individuals and communities affected by PTSI and PTSD, helping them navigate healing with strength and self-awareness.
With her extensive background, Emily continues to use her voice—whether on the airwaves or behind the scenes, boots on the ground—to create safer, more informed, and more compassionate spaces for conversation and recovery.
Turning pain into purpose. Speaking truth with intention. Building a compassionate community one episode at a time.
