Episode Seven | The Lisa Budny Story
Episode Seven | The Lisa Budny Story  
Podcast: 2 Chiefs 1 Mic
Published On: Fri May 23 2025
Description: SummaryIn this episode of Two Chiefs, One Mic, hosts Scott Hughes and Michael Hawkins welcome Lisa Budny, who shares her heartbreaking story of loss after her husband, Mike Budny, a Cleveland police officer, took his own life following a battle with Parkinson's disease and depression. Lisa discusses the challenges they faced, the stigma surrounding mental health in law enforcement, and the importance of support and understanding for first responders. Through her story, Lisa aims to raise awareness about the impact of suicide on families and the need for open conversations about mental health.