Fire Engineering Podcast Network

Episode 1980: Firemedically Speaking: Degree Requirement for Paramedics

Show host and Fire Engineering EMS Editor Mike McEvoy talks with David Becker, Past Chairperson of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) EMS Section and Professor in the EMS degree program at Columbia Southern University about paramedic education.  Fire Service organizations are opposing a recent move by EMS educators and clinicians to require an associate degree for paramedic licensure/certification.  Chief Becker explains the rationale behind the fire service position.

Episode 1979: Xtrication Radio

Dave Dalrymple talks vehicle extrication, rescue, EMS, and much more!

Episode 1978: Firefighter Wellness Radio

Our Guest is Ed Rupert from First Responder Trauma Counselors which is in Colorado.  In the aftermath of a traumatic experience, many people especially responders may find that they are unable to function at their normal level. Emergency Responder Trauma Counselors (ERTC) provides specialized counseling for emergency services personnel and their family members, related to their work and home life and the variety of stressors in which affect them. Including but not limited to PTSD, anxiety, addiction, depression, and grief.  
Mark Lamplugh is a fourth-generation firefighter and former captain. Mark is working with Institute for Responder Wellness and Influence Media Solutions. He published "Beginners Guide to Social Media" available on Amazon. He has helped hundreds of firefighters nationwide find mental health support. 

Episode 1977: The Professional Volunteer Fire Department

Host Tom Merrill explores issues and challenges faced by the volunteer firefighter today. Being a professional firefighter has nothing to do with earning a paycheck but has everything to do with attitude, appearance, commitment and dedication.
Tonight's show will focus on the important topic of training in the volunteer fire service. Tom will speak with guest Dayton (OH) Fire Captain Brad French, who is a member of the Board of Directors for the International Society of Fire Service Instructors and comes well equipped to talk about getting our members fired up for training. 
No matter what role you play in your hometown volunteer fire department, you owe it to yourself, your fellow firefighters and the residents you serve to be as prepared as possible to fulfill the duties expected of you. Training should never stop and  Captain French will review various ideas for training our members and also discuss the very important role company officers play in not only teaching our members, but motivating them to attend drills as well.
 

Episode 1976: Fireground Strategies

Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo hosts "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."  Along with his co-host, Jim Duffy, this show covers fireground organization and operational safety as well as building construction and choosing a strategic mode of operation from the point of view of those in command of both the fireground and individual companies.

Episode 1975: Tap the Box

Billy Greenwood and company discuss leadership, strategies, and tactics, and other issues related to the fire service.
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Episode 1974: The Command Post

Chief Rick Lasky and Chief John Salka discuss leadership lessons learned from their experience in the fire service. Listen in as they provide effective critiques and tips for every level of the job, from chiefs on down.
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Episode 1973: The Built Environment

James Johnson discusses building construction developments and fire codes and how they impact fire and firefighter safety. In this episode, James talks to guest Lucas Epp about mass timber and tall wood buildings.

Episode 1972: Main Street Firefighting

You’re chief of a fire department and you hear an alarm of a structure fire, then another, and another. That’s what happened on September 13, 2018 in Lawrence, Massachusetts, when an overpressurization of gas lines led to “blow torch” like pilot lights on stoves, boilers and hot water tanks. Today we are joined by Chief Brian Moriarity of the Lawrence (MA) Fire Department to discuss how they handled this disaster and the lessons we all can learn from their experience.
Joe Pronesti talks with his guests about firefighting on Main Street, U.S.A., and other topics in the fire service.

Episode 1971: Politics and Tactics

Where education meets experience and expertise. Learn from the decision makers and talk one-on-one with elected leaders. Being a great firefighter is not good enough! Politics affect our staffing, budgets, and equipment. Get involved now with Frank Ricci and company.
Frank Ricci, Nick Papa, and David Polikoff explore the intersection of politics and fire tactics. In this episode, they talk a little bit about the shutdown and how new technology has revamped old tools.