Riding Big Red

It’s our Season Finale! In this episode we will be reflecting on the amazing ride that has been Season 1. We are also bringing you a few surprises, bloopers, and then we are taking you on one more call. Gear up because this one will be a ride you’ll never forget.

It's our second to last episode and in this one we have on a special guest that can give us the dirt on my dad because... it's my mom! Then Max tells us about a call where onlookers didn't want the victim to be saved. 

In this episode we’re going to find out about the rivalry between firefighters and police officers and also, why police officers don’t make good doctors. Then we’ll hear about a call involving a steak, yes, I said steak. 

In this episode we’ll hear about the time Max and his crew received two different deliveries to the station… and we’re not talking about cookies from a kind citizen. Something about a body and a bag of fingers.

We’re back for another bonus episode! My dad and I had the honor of speaking with Captain Chris Fields. We got to speak with Chris  a little bit about the Oklahoma city bombing and the iconic image seen around the world that he was featured in, but we really focused on, his 31 year career, where it all started, the old school way of doing things, mental health and so much more. Of course, we had t...

What happens when a teenager gets caught up in an unfortunate situation that ends up being life-threatening? Find out in this episode where we also discuss the different districts and the types of calls firefighters see depending on the area.

In this episode we’re going to be talking about the standards and expectations on the fire department for men and women. Then we’ll get to hear about Max’s first fire as an Engineer and the standards he always set for himself and his crew.

In this episode we are discussing the difference between medical calls and trauma calls. Then we’ll find out about a call that involved some serious trauma. Traffic Safety Tip - Be sure to watch for motorcycles if you’re making a left turn.

In this episode we will be talking about domestic abuse. A call that firefighters go on far too many times. We understand that this topic might be too difficult for some so please use your discretion. Our hope is to shed light on the horrendous realities and share one firefighter's experience with these types of calls. 

Have you ever driven by an accident and out of curiosity maybe looked a little too long to see what was going on? We are all guilty of it. In this episode we are going to talk about the risks associated with this dangerous behavior. 

In this episode you will hear about an accident involving a motorcycle and a truck. Let’s just say that humans shouldn’t be catapulted through the air. Also, during this call, Max witnessed something very disturbing and he's going to tell you all about it.

Prepare yourself for this one because we're going to find out what's under the pillow case. Let's just say, you have no idea. Also, you're going to hear about a call that came in as a gun shot wound, that turned out to be something else.

In this episode we will be talking about SIDS & infant death; a call that firefighters hope they never have to go on. 

Enjoy this bonus episode which includes our very first guest. We told you every firefighter has a story to tell and for the last few weeks you have been hearing all of Max’s stories, so now, we’re sharing another firefighters. Welcome Firefighter Chris to the Riding Big Red Podcast!

In this episode you’ll hear about a call that Max went on where some of his crew broke the rules to save one women’s baby from a house fire and we will also talk about some of the shenanigans that go on at the fire station!

Find out about the 'boot' at the fire station and what their responsibilities are. Then well take you on a call involving a drunk driver and what happens when there’s more for firefighters to deal with than just an accident. Believe it or not, not everyone wants to be saved in an emergency.

What happens when doctors get involved in an emergency situation outside of their office? In this episode you’ll hear about two different doctors, one that collided with the firefighters and made the situation worse and the other who provided vital information that helped firefighters during an emergency. 

When there is an emergency, firefighters know that minutes aren’t all that matter. In some cases, seconds can be the defining factor that determines life or death. In this episode you’ll hear about the perfect combination of experience and swift action that changed the course of a call that could have ended very differently.

In this episode we’re going to talk about FIRE! We will also take you on a house fire call where nine bodies were found with virtually no eyesight. Then we will discuss why trusting your crew is vital to the job. It is no doubt, a critical component to fire safety.

We are taking you on one of the tougher calls Max went on early in his career. One that has been with him for over forty years. We try to give you a whole new perspective of what firefighters really go through; moving from one emergency to the next, often without any time to process or grieve the immensely tough calls they go on.

Welcome to our podcast and our very first episode! In this episode you’ll hear about where the idea for Riding Big Red came from, who Leah and Max are, and you’ll hear the story of one of Max’s first calls on the fire department. Listen to find out how a simple trash fire turned into a dramatic flesh fire. 

Learn more about Leah and Max and go behind the scenes on one of Max’s most pungent smelling calls. Find out what three days in a hot tub will do to you. Also, what death and humor have to do with one another. 

Check out the trailer for Episode 2! Find out what three days in a hot tub will do to you. Make sure you don't eat while listening to this episode.

Check out the trailer for our very first episode of Riding Big Red! Max and his crew show up to what was supposed to be a trash fire, but quickly realize that's NOT what was on fire.