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In this episode of tED & TACTICS, we break down several fire service stories that exploded across news outlets and social media. From a firefighter involved in a crash while responding to a call, to a heated hydrant dispute that sparked public backlash, and a department struggling to staff emergency responses — this episode highlights the growing scrutiny firefighters face and the real-world i...

Code tED75 for 20% off your first order of The Energy Drink™   In Episode 6 of tED & TACTICS, the crew is back at the kitchen table breaking down the most talked-about fire service stories from across the country — the good, the bad, and the absolutely unbelievable. From first responders threatening other first responders, to deadly residential fires, to real fireground tactics caught on helme...

In Episode 5 of tED & TACTICS, we honor Lt. Paul Butrim, Lt. Kelsey Sadler, and Firefighter/EMT Kenny Lacayo, and examine how line-of-duty deaths continue to shape fireground decisions. This episode covers real fire service incidents, including: • Baltimore LODD rowhouse collapse www.theenergydrink.com Use code tED75 Lessons learned. Culture discussed. Accountability matters.

In Episode 4 of Ted & Tactics, we break down some of the most pressing and uncomfortable issues facing the fire service today — from apparatus failures and leadership breakdowns to firehouse culture, delayed responses, and the real-world consequences paid by civilians and firefighters alike. This episode dives deep into recent national fire service incidents, viral moments, and trending headli...

🎙 Ted & Tactics – Episode 3 Fire Service Breaking News, Volunteer Politics, and Fireground Decision-Making In Episode 3 of Ted & Tactics, the crew dives into real-time fire service breaking news, fireground tactics, and the realities of volunteer and career fire service politics. This episode features our first-ever guest, Bob “The Energy Dude,” as we discuss burnout, leadership challenges...

In Episode 2 of tED & Tactics, Ian and Spray Nine break down current events shaping the fire service, mixing real fireground experience with honest, unfiltered discussion. This episode covers: A recent midair helicopter collision and what aviation crash response really looks like for firefighters - https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/two-pilots-killed-after-helicopters-collided-in-new-j...

Ted & Tactics launches with hosts Ian (from Brotherhood Buffs) and Tim “Spray Nine,” a weekly podcast focused on firefighting news, real tactics, and first‑responder issues. In this episode they discuss a deadly gas explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home, a legal dispute impacting a volunteer fire company, and the milestone of all‑female engine crews, sharing firsthand experience and lessons...

Finally we figured out how to make the audio work without having to bring in Dusty!  www.brotherhoodbuffs.com To much to write, best to just listen. 

We would love to blame Dusty for the audio but for once he is off the hook.  In this episode we have the full band back together. Ian forgot to pick the proper audio channel but the good news is you can hear everything we talked about. The list goes on: -Buffs Get Pranked -Will Ian Join A Volunteer Firehouse -Follow Up On The Pizza Party  -UCrane Shirts  -Leadership Class So much to cover can't li...

In this full length episode we catch up on a lot: Where have the buffs been Dusty Promotes  Dan and Ian "Retire" Dan Becomes A Free Agent James Is A CIA Agent Katelyn Becomes A Volunteer Firefighter "Shero" The Wars Over What's your love language  ...and so much more!  www.brotherhoodbuffs.com

Finally we got Episode 13 released. Who would have thought we would miss Dusty so much.  In this episode we let it all out.  Episode 14 to come out shortly www.brotherhoodbuffs.com

This episode we get more serious than most podcasts. We dive deep into conversation about several topics, but worse of all, we realize after recording that we weren't using the right microphone input. #WeNeedAStudio Ball Tapping Dan's Buff Baltimore Fire - Social Media Comments New Store Launch & Gear IAFF & What we get from it? Arlington Hazing Dusty's Joining a Volunteer Fire Department Social M...

In this episode of the Fresh Pot we discuss: James' Status from an undisclosed location Dan's Sister stops in to talk shop Dan's Childhood The Bathhouse Overnight mass shooting Ian's Injury and how he'll now have the summer off Be sure to follow the Brotherhood Buffs on social media and send your buff videos to our Facebook DM! www.facebook.com/brotherhoodbuffs www.instagram.com/brotherhood_buffs

We have been away for quite some time and we are sorry. Constant requests for a Fresh Pot across all platforms and in-person has brought us out of hiding and landed a random guest in our office to record.  Philly Trifecta & The Best Cheesesteak in Philly Bobby D Joining the Volunteer Firehouse for the first time. Memory Lane - Shop Talk Dan does an enema Teaching the blind - literally. Ian runs fo...

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: James shows us his beach front view Covid-19 conspiracy theories Special Guest Mike Schley Dan talks about titty dews  Positive Pressure Firefighting  Safety Vests What color gear is better Social Media Questions and Topics  Be sure to follow the Brotherhood Buffs on social media and send your buff videos to ou...

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: Dusty is back from the deer woods James gets a job and shares from Skype Chief Miller comes to Baltimore Tik Tok Montana Woman Firefighter loses her job Emergency  Cringe Will we be at Harrisburg? Dan's road tour through BCFD Social Media Questions & Topics Be sure to follow the Brotherhood Buffs on social medi...

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: Completely answer your ridiculous questions you left for us on Facebook and Instagram. This one gets weird. Be sure to follow the Brotherhood Buffs on social media and send your buff videos to our Facebook DM! www.facebook.com/brotherhoodbuffs www.instagram.com/brotherhood_buffs

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: Bashing Dusty-Part 23 of 456 Bagpipes and Funerals Red Turnout Gear Pedicures DildoGate & Dan's Punishment Tour Ejaculating anything you want! Wildwood BCFD Drama Quints! Are they worthy? James Volunteers at a Historic Center #FollowTheRules Additional social media questions! Be sure to follow the Brotherhood B...

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: James beginning to volunteer? Blue Lights and Volunteer Firefighting Leg Hair vs. Arm Pit Hair BCFD Drama-Schedule Change, Closing Companies Firefighting Politics Firehouse Guest Hospitality Bed Wetting Ian being recognized in the airport Eckert Fire Tactics book Brotherhood Buffs Breakdown Videos LODD and Fire...

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: Dusty's Busy Work-Life & His Upcoming TV Appearance Stretching the 400' line!!!!! FOURRRRR!!!! Truck vs Engine (Constant battle) Uniform Policies Volunteer Firehouse Recruitment Wildwood Fire Convention: Will we be there? Preparing for a Colonoscopy Promotional Exams NIOSH Reports: Do they tell the whole story?...

James takes a break this week while still searching for a job and we bring in a guest: Jesse, an OG at the BHB table. The boys discuss everything from Dan's Recap of Sea Isle fire that he damn near predicted in Episode 2, social media banter, critics on firefighting videos, proper firehouse etiquette and discuss your social media topics including bleaching of body parts! This is worth the listen. 

On this episode of Fresh Pot, the boys sit down with a fresh pot of coffee and discuss: The New Online Store and website: www.brotherhoodbuffs.com Phone call with Jeremy from National Fire Radio Incident and phone call with a Cecil County Volunteer Fire Chief (And things get hairy) Potential BUFF BUS in Baltimore Internet training tactics...What the fuck is going on here? The question that started...

Ian, Dan, James, and Dusty sit down and bring you their first ever podcast to get a look at what goes on in the minds of the Brotherhood Buffs. An introduction to the edgy, firehouse table talk that will show true conversations that go on inside the firehouse. The guys give an introduction as to who they are, they talk about the Harrisburg Fire Expo from the weekend including the much-discussed hi...