One Shot to Save a Life: A conversation with Matt Mangine

From SaveHeart Stories by Dave Fritzsche

May 19, 2025 · 20 min · Episode 7

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of AED access and awareness in preventing sudden cardiac arrest, featuring a conversation with Matt Mangene about his foundation honoring his son.

When our loved ones go off to school, or to work, or to practice and play, we always expect to see them again. But Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a silent killer, and it strikes at unexpected times in unexpected ways. When it happens in your famiy, it changes everything. That’s why access to AED’s is so important where people gather. Being aware and planning ahead can make a difference that saves lives.   In this episode of Save Heart Stories, host Dave Fritzsche, founder of  SaveHeart by HeartNation  speaks with Matt Mangene, founder of the One-Shot Foundation, which was established to honor his son Matthew. Matthewt ragically passed away from sudden cardiac arrest.  The conversation delves into Matthew's vibrant personality, the foundation's mission to raise awareness about cardiac arrest, and the importance of training and education in emergency response.  They discuss upcoming events, advocacy efforts for cardiac safety legislation, and the ongoing challenges in raising awareness about cardiac health. Matt shares his inspiration from survivors and emphasizes the need for continued efforts in this critical area. Takeaways -Matthew…

People in this episode

Host: Dave Fritzsche

Guest: Matt Mangene

Topics covered

sudden cardiac arrest
AED training
cardiac health awareness
community involvement
legislative advocacy
emergency response education

Keywords

sudden cardiac arrest
AED
One-Shot Foundation
cardiac health
emergency response
community advocacy
survivor stories

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: One-Shot Foundation, SaveHeart by HeartNation