Forged & Unbroken

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

Michael Torres is a 27-year veteran of the fire service. Mike is currently a FF/PM at Central Campbell FD in KY also served as the Training Captain at Black Forest Fire Rescue and assumes Battalion Chief responsibilities as well. Mike was a firefighter paramedic with the Chicago Fire Department for 18 years being assigned to Engines, Tower Ladders, and Aerials (Truck 20 last assigned spot). He als...

Mindfulness, Self Talk, & Visualization Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to...

Chris Dreisbach, PhD, was one of my professors at Johns Hopkins University, often creating conversation around difficult topics, having us think deeply, and making it approachable. He is one who leaves lasting impressions and leaves your cup full with wonder and awe of his depth in conversation. We discuss leadership in public safety, moral decision-making, service, purpose and meaning, mortality,...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

Brandon Cory is an 11-year veteran of the fire service working in EMS for the past 10 years. He currently serves with the City of Marquette Fire Department in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan as a full-time firefighter/paramedic. In March of 2020, Brandon was involved in a mayday situation as a RIC team member that ended up being an LODD. The LODD was that of Banjamen "Ben" Lauren. Listen in as Bra...

Lack of Situational Awareness, Lack of Physical Fitness/Wellness, and Human Error. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading,...

Ron Burgess Jr hails from Connecticut and is the name behind RIT OPS on IG, The RIT Nerds Podcast, and has his finger prints all over the fire service. In today's episode, we discuss two Maydays he has been on, tactics for mayday preparedness and survival, and more. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Minds...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

I'm incredibly honored as I got to sit with Battalion Chief Dena Ali, author of "Hope Out of Darkness." We dove into some of the researched and nuanced details surrounding mental health, leadership, the self, and gratitude for the fire service. A lot was covered in a short amount of time. From Fire Engineering: Dena Ali is a Battalion Chief with the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department, where she has work...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

On today's episode, I'm honored to have Jess Rodzinka, Captain with the Charlottesville (VA) Fire Department. He has around thirty years in the fire service and his experience shows through as we discuss training and leadership, the cultural and historical nuances of where he works, mentoring up and coming students and instructors, and the role of the "Senior Man." You can find him working with "T...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

This week I have friend Eric Budd, technician at DCFD's Rescue 3, with well over two decades of firefighting experience. We discuss the squad culture of Rescue 3 and their selection and preparedness process, common tactics, training, and key points of dedication, discipline, and details in our profession. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Pa...

Today we breakdown Air Usage Data on two Mayday fires, one with a LODD. In it, we can begin to breakdown increased air demand, those that are not physically and mentally prepared, those that are highly skilled but need to increase their physical wellness, and what the data looks like for those that are tactically proficient as well being able to handle the adrenaline of the event. Forged & Unb...

Today I'm joined by esteemed guest, Fire Chief Dennis Reilly (ret.). He has had quite the journey from his time on Long Island and entering the Army at 17, to New Jersey, North Carolina, Iraq and Afghanistan as a security contractor, Missouri, California, and Kansas. He has led a life of service and discipline. We discuss leadership, training, wellness, and so much more. A true honor to speak with...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to the Forged Podcast and In-Extremis Readiness podcast, mobility videos, suggested reading list, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity and there’s a quarterly giveback to members. All new members...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to the Forged Podcast and In-Extremis Readiness podcast, mobility videos, suggested reading list, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity and there’s a quarterly giveback to members. All new members...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend, Kat Hale. Kat was the first career female firefighter to go through an academy class in Frederick County, MD; and we discuss her viewpoints on being a “fireman;” leaving the service to serve in motherhood; and how her wellness journey (crossfitter, marathoner, tri-athlete, and more) supports her drive for adventure at Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Everest, and i...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...

I am joined by Jason Ilowhite of Loundon County Fire & Rescue (VA). We discuss the February 16, 2024 house explosion at 347 Silver Ridge Drive due to a gas leak in a single family home. We provide an brief overview of the incident and Jason recounts his team's role as their element of the Rapid Intervention Operation recovering multiple mayday firefighters. So many incredible lessons to come o...

Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | Patreon Daily Workouts Weekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&U Early Access to F&U Podcast Early Access to In-Extremis Readiness Podcast Weekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and Rehab Misc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every qu...