Fire Engineering Podcast Network

Firemedically Speaking: The National Registry of EMTs: Past, Present, and Future

The National Registry of EMTs will celebrate its 50th year as the Nation's EMS Certification Organization, protecting the public and advancing the EMS profession.  Listen as show host Mike McEvoy talks with Executive Director Bill Seifarth about what the National Registry is, what they are not (including some common misperceptions), the ways the Registry has evolved and the current project underway to build a better future by strenghthening their core. Sponsored by Zoll Medical.

Main Street Firefighting

Host Joe Pronesti speaks with guest Steve Marsar about his recent article in Fire Engineering on Maydays.

The Larry Conley Show

Larry and David Conley and their guests talk fire department leadership and much more! On tonight's show, Larry, David, and Mamma Elaine are joined by guest host Tiffanye Wesley. They will be speaking with Battalion Chiefs Queen Anunay and Kishia Clemencia of D.C. Fire & EMS and Trisha L. Wolford, chief of the Anne Arundel County (MD) Fire Department.

Talking Trucks and Equipment

Chris Mc Loone brings the pages of Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment magazine to the airwaves.  In this episode, Chris talks to Bob Mitchell, owner-princpal of Mitchell Associates Architects, about where to start if you're getting ready to design and build a new station, renovate an existing station, feasibilty studies, and what makes a project a successful one.
More: https://www.fireapparatusmagazine.com

Fire Service Court

Fire service attorneys Chip Comstock, John K. Murphy, Brad Pinsky, and Curt Varone discuss legal issues affecting fire training and firefighting.

First-Due Battalion Chief

Danny Sheridan of Mutual-Aid Training Group discusses the business of training and consulting on the basics of firefighting worldwide. On tonight's show, Chief Sheridan will discuss the evolution of the Mayday response from the '80s and beyond.

Fireground Strategies

Frank Ricci and company pinch hit for Chiefs Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy on tonight's podcast.

Blocking Engines...What Is Stopping You?

One of the more dangerous places for firefighters to operate is on roadways, and there have been numerous recent fatalities involving responders who are struck during extrication and rescue operations. Some departments have designated specific apparatus--blocking engines--to help protect members working on the road. In this week's Humpday Hangout, Terry McGrath talks with his guests about such programs and other steps department's may employ to help increase safety during roadway operations.
Guests: 
Scott Thompson, Fire Chief, The Colony (TX) Fire Department 
Victor Conley, Fire Chief, Irving (TX) Fire Department
Bret Stidham, Asst. Fire Chief, Dallas Fire Rescue 

Firefighter Behavioral Health

Dr. Beth Murphy discusses all things mental health and wellness regarding the fire service.

The Built Environment

James Johnson discusses building construction developments and fire codes and how they impact fire and firefighter safety. In this episode, James is joined by fellow members of The Roof Perv group--Stephen Tyler, Bill Knight, and Robbie Fisher--for a question-and-answer session.