Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In our latest Pierce™ Dispatch episode, hear the story behind Greenville, Texas Fire-Rescue’s Velocity® Pumper. We discover how the multi-purpose engine is designed to meet the department’s operational needs. Deputy Chief Jordan Stogsdill walks us through the department’s fleet, operations and apparatus design.  Date Aired: 10/9/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and Jordan Stogsdill...

Send us Fan Mail 🫧 Firefighting foam is engineered to enhance suppression beyond the capabilities of water alone. By utilizing foam, firefighters can serve the mission of the fire industry to protect life and property. In our latest episode, we are joined by Rick Buser, to discuss the benefits, tactics and science behind foam.  Date Aired: 9/25/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and Rick Buser Guest...

Send us Fan Mail Commemorate 25 years since September 11, 2001, with powerful accounts of the fateful day. Pierce team members recall where they were and what it means to them to serve the fire industry today.  Date Aired: 9/11/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and Pierce team members Guests: Nic Balda is a truck owner team lead at Pierce. SuAnne Rieckman is curriculum development lead at Pierce. Ja...

Send us Fan Mail What keeps a fire department ready when every call brings a new challenge?  St. Johns County Fire Rescue engineer and PIO Chris Naff breaks down the strategy behind effective emergency response, from training and apparatus design to regional needs and the equipment considerations that shape decisions. Chris shares how a clear sense of purpose, alignment and intentional preparation...

Send us Fan Mail Date Aired: 8/14/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Brian Snodgrass Guests: Brian Snodgrass is the regional sales manager at Oshkosh Airport Products. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Key Takeaways: ARFF vs. Municipal Difference between ARFF vehicles and municipal fire apparatus ARFF Configurations Comparing the Striker ARFF 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8 Strike...

Send us Fan Mail We are ‘pumped’ for Episode No.53 of the Pierce™ Dispatch!  John Schultz, Pierce’s vice president and general manager, takes a deep dive on the pumper products and the evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump. He shares his first-hand perspective on watching the Pierce PUC Pump transform from a new innovation into a core feature in today's industry. Tune in now for exclusive configu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the operational and maintenance benefits of fire apparatus fleet consistency. Division chief, John Clamp shares Little Rock Fire Department’s efforts to achieve a consistent fleet to strengthen responses and maximize apparatus uptime. Listen now. Date Aired: 7/17/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and John Clamp Guests: John Clamp is a Division Chief for t...

Send us Fan Mail Fire apparatus compartmentation and pump panel design are critical factors when procuring a fire apparatus. In Episode No.51 of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, deputy chief Chad Graves of the Paris Fire Department discusses the compartmentation and pump panel design of their new Enforcer™ Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower. Tune in to learn more about how their department desig...

Send us Fan Mail In emergency response, there's no room for equipment failure. When communities dial 911, they expect an immediate, reliable response from their fire department. This expectation places enormous responsibility on fire apparatus and the maintenance programs in place to keep them operational. Our latest episode with Jon Lamers, customer service manager of technical support and f...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️In this episode, we take a deep dive into Pierce Capacity Expansion efforts in Appleton, Wisconsin; Bradenton, Florida; and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Aaron Lamberg, the director of manufacturing operations at Pierce, shares the strategy and positive impact these investments make to support Pierce delivering high-quality fire trucks to firehouses faster. Date Aired: 6/5/2026 Featu...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is ✨golden ✨  Golden Triangle Polymers (GTP) joins us on the Pierce™ Dispatch to discuss their industrial fire apparatus delivery. Bobby Wiley, an industrial emergency response coordinator, shares how GTP is building an emergency response program for a 1,700 acre facility in Orange, Texas. We discuss apparatus procurement, specifications, suppression tactics, traini...

Send us Fan Mail The latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch is ascending to the top of your playlist.🪜Join us as we talk all things aerials with Cory Wittman. From geographic considerations and optimal placement strategies to the latest configuration trends, we share practical insights fire departments need. We also discuss important factors for fire departments to evaluate when investing in a ne...

Send us Fan Mail We are kicking off Season No.3 of the Pierce™ Dispatch from the show floor at FDIC International 2026! Tune in now to learn more about our commitment to disciplined manufacturing, forward-looking innovation and our focus to deliver reliable fire apparatus solutions for the evolving needs of the fire service. Date Aired: 4/24/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer, host Alie Reetz & Pi...

Send us Fan Mail We are wrapping up Season No.2 of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast with an episode walking you through how to build a fire truck. From fabrication to final assembly, we step through the process. Tune in to hear the latest investments and technologies Pierce has implemented to enhance our process, optimize capacity and ensure quality. 🚒🛠️ Date Aired: 12/05/2025 Featuring: Host Dan Mey...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch podcast featuring Richardson, Texas Fire Department and their latest Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper delivery. This unit will optimize their operations and serve as a one-stop shop for their firefighters. By having a multipurpose apparatus in their fleet, their crews will have the ability to rapidly serve their community the moment a...

Send us Fan Mail Need to move big water? Check out the City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue’s Enforcer™ Dry-Side Tanker. 💦🔥🚒 In our latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, Battalion Chief Steven Johnson shares his department’s latest tanker procurement and the operational edge it provides. Covering over 430 square miles in Suffolk, Virginia, their department requires industry...

Send us Fan Mail We take great pride in manufacturing fire apparatus to serve those who serve others. Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch featuring Oklahoma City Fire Department. Major Owen Wiggins walks us through their fire apparatus procurement process, fleet consistency and their department’s commitment to meeting their community’s needs.  Date Aired: 10/24/2025 Featuring: Maj...

Send us Fan Mail Date Aired: 10/10/2025  Featuring: Chief Pat Leonard, Assistant Chief Colton Leonard & host Alie Reetz  Guests: Pat Leonard is fire chief of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company in Pennsylvania. Colton Leonard is assistant chief of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company in Pennsylvania. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing.   Resources: Hershey Volunteer Fire...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s talk tillers! 🐍 This episode features an exclusive conversation with Steve Crothers from TractorDrawnAerials.com, discussing the purpose, capabilities and operational benefits of tractor-drawn aerials in the fire industry. Steve explains how tillers offer unmatched maneuverability, extensive compartmentation and an operational edge for firefighters. The episode also covers...

Send us Fan Mail The latest episode highlights how Pierce’s aerial delivery training is reaching new heights! 🪜Tune in to learn what happens after delivery, the training agenda and why preparation is crucial before placing the apparatus into service. Pierce delivery training equips firefighters with the skills and knowledge to safely master their aerial operations. Date Aired: 9/12/2025 Featuring...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a new episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch with Lee’s Summit Fire Department’s Fire Chief Mike Snider, discussing the acquisition of nine Enforcer™ Pumpers! Chief Snider details the apparatus committee’s strategy for designing each pumper to ensure peak efficiency, standardization and performance. This delivery meets the diverse needs of their community which spans urban, s...

Send us Fan Mail Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast featuring Pierce senior product training specialist Richard Stockton as we discuss the critical role of emergency vehicle technicians in maintaining and extending the life of fire apparatus. Rich elaborates on the comprehensive training programs offered by Pierce, including hands-on and regional trainings, as well as the...

Send us Fan Mail South Jordan City Fire Department in Utah is taking delivery of a Velocity® PUC™ Non-Walk-In Heavy-Duty Rescue, designed to serve their rapidly growing community. Chief Dawson describes the features of their dual-purpose HDR which is equipped with both fire and rescue capabilities. Tune into our latest episode to learn about their HDR design, primary features and the significant i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we are joined by logistics captain Brandon Sauer and fleet manager Randy Bloomer from Albuquerque Fire Rescue in New Mexico to discuss the fire apparatus lifecycle. We cover procurement, funding, maintenance and maximizing up time. Tune in for expert tips to keep your fleet ready! Date Aired: 7/18/2025 Featuring: Logistics captain Brandon S...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast as we explore the Pierce Volterra® Electric Pumper. Regional vice president, Marc Faluotico, discusses the advanced technology, development process and real-world performance of this cutting-edge apparatus with multiple units in service across North America. Fully manufactured in the U. S. and engineered for sustainability wi...