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Episode 46 features Tara Cornett, founder and owner of Flame Natural Decon Soap. One would think most of this episode would be about her product. And let's face it, a fair part of it is. Tara and Pip talk about the importance of post incident deconning, firefighter cancer and the hot button topic of working out in turnout gear. Also in the episode both Tarra and Pip share more about their lives be...

Episode 6 of Maui Firestorm, Jeremy sits down with Kalikolehua Storer, a woman who is deep within her community that was on the front lines of the fire storm and its' aftermath. Kalikolehua has many titles, including the Area Hawaiian Culture and Training Specialist for Hyatt, the Operations Supervisor for the Pu'u Kukui Watershed and works with the Office of Recovery, Natural and Cultural Resourc...

This week Pip welcome’s his old friend Doctor Sean Rockett to the show. Pip was fortunate enough to meet Sean through the CrossFit Med Staff a few years ago. Dr. Rockett is an Orthopedic Surgeon with Orthopedics New England. Pip and Doc Rockett talk about injury and more importantly injury prevention. Of course they also talk about CrossFit, Pickleball and being an on call doctor. This one will de...

Episode 5 of Maui Firestorm is a sit down with three firefighters that were on the frontlines of the Maui fires. Jordan Dunn, Kainalu Kealoha and Ka'aukai Rowland share their harrowing stories as the fires consumed Lahaina.

After 21 years with the FDNY, Joe Bonanno recounts his time with the department and the highs and lows of the job. For him, the firehouse introduced him to his lifelong passion of cooking. His probie days opened his world up to the firehouse kitchen table, where all things are handled typically over some of the best meals you've ever had. His passion for fitness lead him to wanting to make delicio...

Join Jeremy, Rob and Pip as they discuss what they're thankful full amongst other things... this episode is a hot mess, just like deep fried frozen turkeys. Happy Thanksgiving!!

Ever hear the term Double Edged Sword? Pip’s guest this week, Tyler Evans @the_Citizens_Fireman has. Pip and Tyler spend a lot of time talking about their marriages. Tyler’s wife works in Emergency Services as well. It’s definitely a double edged sword. They also talk about social media, parenting and of course, the fire service. This episode will have you asking yourself the question, What’s My S...

Episode 4 of Maui Firestorm Jeremy sits down with Tamara Paltin, a community leader and retired lifeguard who was on the frontlines of the Lahaina fire. Her community involvement continues today with leading the charge in protecting the residents of Lahaina and those who were affected by the firestorm.

299. "Everything Has Gotten More Complicated" - Matt Stiff by Jeremy Donch

Stand behind value driven decisions... this statement sums up Jim Trzaski's approach as a Fire Chief. During his tenure, he has come to understand the importance of supporting his people and protecting the mission. His realistic approach and problem solving comes from years of relationship building and personal growth. Jim's commitment and passion for the fire services started early in his career...

Today we are joined by special guest, Chris Kessinger, the Owner and Lead Instructor of Citizens First Fire Training. Chris is here to share his unique perspective on fire training, one that prioritizes the safety and well-being of the community above all else. His approach, developed alongside a skilled cadre of instructors, focuses on preparing firefighters not just in the technical aspects of f...

The Size Up Episode 43. Be Consistent - Chris Gilbert by Jeremy Donch

Our third installment of Maui Firestorm, Jeremy sits down with Greg Jenkins, a retired Captain of the Maui County Fire Department. This hard hitting episode discusses the lack of prevention to protect Lahaina from the threat of fire and the hard realities that surround this devastating fire.

Everything is bigger in Texas, and District Chief Clyde Gordon is no exception. His stature is strong and his passion and fire ground presence is stronger. Clyde has over 33 years with the Houston, TX Fire Department. From his early days of hard charging and his "put me in the game coach" attitude, Clyde developed a strong love of the job while pushing the envelope. He committed to the job and mad...

Welcome to another episode of The Gospel with National Fire Radio. In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with seasoned firefighter, Lt. David Quick, from the Manchester NH Fire Department, Engine Company 11. Today, Lt. Quick delves deep into a firefighting technique that's gaining momentum across North America - the vertical stretch. While this technique has long been a common pra...

The Size Up Episode 42. Back to School - Jeremy King by Jeremy Donch

On Episode 2 of Maui Firestorm, with with Dr. Hokulani Holt, of the University of Hawaii, Maui College.

Mandatory hold overs, so commonplace today in career fire departments across the country can certainly take its' toll on firefighters. The dreaded "MANDO VAN" comes rolling through town so often it became an ongoing joke for John Gary and his comrades. The MANDO culture is a big part of his American Fire Brigade social media platform that has become so widely popular. John has found his comedy thr...

Excited about training, Mike Wolfschmidt has gone all in on being the best he can be. A never ending quest, Mike believes that training should be retitled, "Self Improvement", always learning to be better and to do better. On and off the job, Mike has pushed himself to emulate those that stood out to him throughout his upbringing in the firehouse. True gentlemen, people who exhibited the very best...

Close to 37 years on the front lines in Boston, MA, Emmett "Pat" Nichols looks back on his career with a big smile. Even though he knew it was time to retire, his passion and love for the job is as strong today as it was all those years ago. Retiring as a District Chief, Pat worked is some of the busiest companies across the city. Always wanting to go to work, he found himself in Ladder 26, Truck...

As the old saying goes, Slow and Steady wins the race. Episode 41’s guest, Allison Grubbs describes herself as just that, Slow and Steady. Recently Allison became only the 2nd woman to complete the GoRuck Selection course. Pip and Allison talk about those grueling 48 hours and just how she became a BAMF (Bad A$$ M$ther F$ucker). But not just in GoRuck, in life as well. Allison's story is that of t...

Ikaika Blackburn Captain - Maui Fire Engine 11 Our first episode of Maui Firestorm features Captain Ikaika Blackburn of the Maui County Fire Department. Captain Blackburn was commanding one of the first in companies for the Lahaina, HI firestorm on August 8, 2023. His first hand account of his experiences paints a vivid picture of the impossible conditions they were confronted with on that day. Hi...

Second generation firefighter Tony Alosi is plain and simple, that "guy". "Uncle" Tony is loved by all and has a way about him in which he goes all in on people. Always keeping the conversation going, he is genuinely connected to those he touches and when you need a "guy", Tony will answer the call. Growing up in the firehouse, he learned to engage and be fiercely protective of the firehouse way o...

Columbus, OH Engine Co. 18 Lieutenant Steve Robertson can rattle off numbers on nozzle and hose packages all day long. His deep knowledge on engine company operations is widely known across the globe with his conference lectures and hands on training, the countless training articles, podcasts, seminars and the list goes on and on. His highly popular class, Stretching for Success, is in his words,...

With over 20 years in the fire service, RJ is just as excited today as he was when he stepped foot into the firehouse many years ago. His love for the job shines through his spirit and personality. Always smiling, laughing and taking in the big picture isn't always easy for this Lieutenant. Life certainly can get in the way of true passions and this episode takes a turn into exactly those conversa...