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Fire Engineering Podcast
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Episodes
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Preparing for the FIFA World Cup: Kansas City Fire Department Operations and Technology
How do fire departments prepare for a major international event? Eddie Buchanan talks with Steven Shaumeyer of the Kansas City (MO) Fire Department about the…
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Developing Your Personnel for a Resilient Department
How do fire service leaders build a resilient department? Host Douglas Cline welcomes Battalion Chief Lauren Franklin of the Salisbury (NC) Fire Department to…
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Designing Your Next Chapter: A Personal Retirement Plan for Firefighters
Retirement from the fire service is about more than financial security. Forest Reeder, chief (ret.), Tinley Park (IL) Fire Department joins Larry Conley to…
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Assessment Centers and the Proper Promotional Test Mindset
What does it take to prepare for a fire service promotional assessment center? Host Anthony Kastros welcomes District Chief Jose Ariza of the Tulsa (OK) Fire…
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Behind the Scenes of Fire Investigation with Candace Ashby
Indianapolis (IN) Battalion Chief Candace Ashby joins host Billy Hux to discuss her career in the fire service and private fire investigation. Ashby shares how…
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Building a Culture of Trust in the Fire Service with Walt W. White
What creates a strong fire department culture, and how can leaders build trust and accountability across their organization? Walt W. White, a fire service…
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Fire Service Assessment Centers: How to Prepare and Succeed
What should firefighters expect from an assessment center, and how can they prepare for promotion? Host Lisa Baker, Women in Fire's Southwest trustee, welcomes…
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25 Years After 9/11: Former FDNY Chiefs on Leadership and Brotherhood
Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, former FDNY Chief of Department Sal Cassano and retired Chief Tommy Richardson reflect on Ground Zero, firefighter…
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The Fireground Blueprint: Understanding Modern Building Construction
Christopher Naum examines why understanding building construction remains essential to firefighter safety and effective fireground operations. From changes in…
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Using Big Water at Fires: Deck Guns, Master Streams, and Fire Attack
When a structure fire is growing rapidly, delivering a high volume of water can make a critical difference. In this episode, Eric Dreiman examines the…
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In the Books: Episode 22 - Learning to Burn: Live Fire Training for the Modern Fire Environment
David Rhodes sits down with Battalion Chief Ian Bennett of the Seattle Fire Department, founder of West Coast Fire Training and author of Learning to Burn…
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The 3 Essentials of an Effective Fireground Arrival Report | Tactical Impact
As the first line goes, so goes the fire. The first arrival report sets the tone for everything communicated afterward. On this episode of Tactical Impact…
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Engine Company Operations: Hose Management, Firefighter Training, and Data
Engine company operations, hose management, and firefighter training take center stage in this discussion of fireground tactics, equipment testing, and fire…
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The Choice Before Us: Deciding the Future of the Volunteer Fire Service
What will determine the future of the volunteer fire service? Guest Mike Ledford joins Tom Merrill to challenge the excuses, outdated practices, and resistance…
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9/11: Remembering the Fallen and Lessons for First Responders | Two Volleys and a Guest
September 11 changed the lives of first responders and communities forever. Jerry Knapp and Tim Pillsworth step away from their usual interview format to…
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Ground Ladder Operations: Training, Maintenance, and Firefighter Safety
Are your ground ladders ready when seconds count? Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss portable ladder maintenance, single-firefighter deployment, proper climbing…
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Fireground Hydraulics and Water Supply: LDH, Hydrant Hookups, and Drafting
How do you ensure an adequate water supply at a major commercial fire? On The Humpday Hangout, host Clark Lamping joins chiefs Dan Shaw, Brent Brooks, Jimmy…
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Becoming a Better Fire Service Instructor: Teaching, Feedback, and Leadership
What separates a good fire service instructor from a great one? It takes more than experience, rank, or knowing the drill manual. Great instructors know how to…
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Mayday Monday: Managing Command Stress and Tactical Gaps
In this episode of Mayday Monday, Tony Carroll revisits the fatal fire in Howard County (MD), that claimed the life of firefighter Nate Flynn. Retired Incident…
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Perspectives on Leadership: Building a System for Firefighter Mental Health
Firefighter mental health cannot rest entirely on the individual. In this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, Deputy Chief Stephen Shaw talks with Dr…
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Rethinking Fire Service Metrics: Measuring Saves, Not Just Losses
Fire departments have traditionally measured outcomes by what was lost: civilian deaths, injuries, and property damage. But what happens when departments start…
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NFPA 1750: The New Fire Service Standard Every Chief Should Understand
What does NFPA 1750 mean for your fire department? In this episode, Eddie Buchanan sits down with retired Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Chief Dave Downey to discuss…
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FDIC 2027 Preview: New Firefighter Training, Live Fire, Technology, and EMS Programs
What can firefighters, officers, instructors, and EMS professionals expect at FDIC 2027? In this episode of The Training Officer, Dave McGlynn talks with Fire…
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Lessons in Truck Company Operations and Leadership
From playing basketball in Chicago firehouse bays to spending 26 years climbing the ranks in Birmingham, OJ Kolodziej built his career on discipline, technical…
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How to Ace the Fire Service In‑Basket Exercise
On this episode of the Women in Fire podcast, host Lisa Baker welcomes veteran lieutenant and assessment center SME Heidi Simon of the South Metro (CO) Fire…
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How Operational Failures Led to a Multi-Million-Dollar LODD Verdict
Gary Ludwig, an expert EMS, fire, and 911 expert, joins the Politics and Tactics panel to discuss his role as an expert witness in an LODD case that had a…
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Operational Readiness and Search-Focused Tactics
Hosts Brian Brush and Anthony Kastros welcome guest Sean Duffy for this episode of Command Show. They open with a nod to the 25 years that have passed since…
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Engine Company Tactics for Stretching Hose
Host Anthony Rowett welcomes Mickey Farrell, an FDNY lieutenant, and James Stallings, a captain in Mobile, Alabama, to break down size-up and hose stretching…
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The Heartbeat of the Neighborhood
In this episode of The Command Post, hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, and what it means for the fire…
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False Alarms
On this episode of Two Vollies and a Guest, hosts Jerry Knapp and Tim Pillsworth sit down with Kim Weppler, chair of the Rockland County (NY) Chiefs false…
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After the Title Is Gone
Leaving the fire service doesn’t necessarily mean leaving behind the friendships, memories, and sense of identity that came with it. In this episode of The…
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Escaping the SouthPark Construction Fire
On this episode of Mayday Monday, host Tony Carroll speaks with Captains Stephen Pettit and Michael Watts, of the Charlotte (NC) Fire Department. The guests…
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What Does It Mean to Lead with Love?
On this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, host Steve Shaw sits down with Dr. Robert "Navy Bob" Roncska. Shaw asks the retired U.S. Navy captain to…
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Reflection on 25 Years Since 9/11
Special guests John Norman and John Walters, now both retired, join the Humpday Hangout for a look back at their experiences on and following September 11…
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The 2026 Muddy River F.O.O.L.S. Convention
On this episode of The Larry Conley Show, host Larry Conley sits down with Dave Dubowski, president of the Muddy River F.O.O.L.S., to discuss the upcoming 2026…
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In the Books: Episode 21 - The Future of Emergency Medical Services: Artificial Intelligence, Technology, and Innovation 2E
In this episode of Fire Engineering's In the Books podcast, host David Rhodes and co-host Mike Brown (developmental editor of JEMS) sit down with Donnie…
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The Technology of 9/11: Where We Are Today
In honor of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Fire Service Data and Tech Talk host Eddie Buchanan welcomes Michael Varney, director of stakeholder collaboration at…
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Understanding Technical Rescue Operations
On this episode of The Training Officer, host Dave McGlynn welcomes Kelly Lemmons and Anthony Chen to discuss technical rescue operations, including rope…
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The Importance of Closing the Experience Gap
On this episode of Fire and Training, Paul Watlington joins host Douglas Cline to talk about officer development in today’s fire service. They discuss the…
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Lightning Risks, Outside-In Fires, and Team Discipline
In this episode of Talking Tactics, hosts Dave Polikoff, Sam Villani, and Robert "RJ" James break down real‑world firefighting lessons: outside‑in fires…
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Getting Analytical on the Fireground
Why is data-driven decision making so critical? Sean Duffy joins host Eric Dreiman to discuss the importance of search at fire scenes, data, and the analytical…
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Building Applied Knowledge on the Fireground
Host Christopher Naum discusses the fireground blueprint: how building construction, occupancy, and predictability drive risk, tactics, and safety. He reviews…
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Women in Fire International Conference 2026
On this episode of Women in Fire, host Lisa Baker speaks with a panel to discuss the upcoming 2026 Women in Fire International Conference, in Austin, Texas…
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How to Align ICS and HICS in a Crisis
On this episode of The Humpday Hangout, Frank Ricci sits down with Scott Martus to discuss his Fire Engineering article, "Two Systems, One Mission: How to…
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Responding to the Evolving Fire Environment
From modern construction and synthetic fuels to lithium-ion battery hazards, today’s fireground looks different. In this episode, Keith Stakes and Meghan…
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The Sacred Kitchen Table
Firehouse kitchens have always served as a hub where firefighters solve problems, share stories, and pass down institutional knowledge. On this episode of The…
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Why Data-Driven Decision Making on the Fireground Is So Important
Hosts Jason Hoevelmann and Jim Silvernail welcome Sean Duffy for a focused discussion on data-driven fireground decision making on this episode of Tactical…
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From Kid Explorer to National Fire Investigator
In this episode of Point of Origin, hosts Billy Hux and Bobby Drake sit down with veteran fire investigator Nick Palumbo Jr. Palumbo looks back on his days as…
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An Inside Look at Hosting, Writing, and Teaching
On this episode of The Command Post, hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka speak from their own experiences writing for Fire Engineering, hosting a podcast, and…
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Considering a Fire Service Career Change? Here's What to Think About
On this episode of Two Vollies and a Guest, Micah Hydeman joins hosts Jerry Knapp and Tim Pillsworth to talk about career changes. Hydeman details his career…
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How to Maintain On-Scene Accountability
Chief Doug Myers from the Berrien Springs-Oronoko (MI) Fire Department joins host Tom Merrill for a conversation about emergency scene accountability for this…
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What Makes Chiefs Lose Sleep?
Chief Aaron Hummel, of the Boise (ID) Fire Department, joins host Anthony Kastros on this episode of Command Show to break down frontline command. They get…
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Mickey Farrell and Bob Pressler Talk Fireground Coordination
Operational discipline, clear communication, and understanding: That's what fireground coordination is about. In this episode of Generation Engine, host…
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Practical Fueling and Hydration for Shift Life
Firefighting doesn't fit a standard 9-to-5 mold, and standard dietary advice often fails on shift. On this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, host Stephen…
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Remembering Captain Ben Lauren: Learning from Line-of-Duty Deaths
This episode of Tony Carroll's Mayday Monday features Brandon Cory, a sheriff's special rescue deputy and training officer, as he opens up about the March 13…
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The Similarities Between Parenthood and The Fire Service
In this episode of Fireground Strategies, Deputy Chief Mike Shaw from the Wallingford (CT) Fire Department joins hosts Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy to reflect…
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The Evolution of Data for Tactical Capability
Dave McGlynn sits down with Eddie Buchanan to talk about practical ways to collect, connect, and use fire service data to improve tactical capability in this…
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Want to Learn How to Build Culture and Trust in the Firehouse?
On this episode of The Larry Conley Show, host Larry Conley sits down with David Conley to discuss building a practical framework for trust, competence, and…
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What Every Company Officer Needs to Know About Data
On this episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, host Eddie Buchanan welcomes Lieutenant Alex Stephenson of Prince William County (VA) Fire and Rescue. They…