Triple P Podcast

In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, we sit down with Paul Combs—internationally recognized fire service cartoonist, speaker, author, artist, and retired firefighter/paramedic. Paul's work has challenged the fire service to think differently about leadership, culture, mental health, firefighter wellness, organizational accountability, and the future of our profession. Through powerful illustra...

Property tax reform in Ohio is gaining serious momentum, but for fire departments, this isn’t just policy… it’s operational reality. In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, hosts Clayton O’Brien sits down with David Thomas to break down what’s happening at the state level and what it means for fire chiefs, command staff, and departments that rely heavily on levy-based funding. From levy fatigue t...

In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, we sit down with James Geering, host of the Behind the Shield Podcast, for a deep dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the fire service today: the 24/72 work schedule. James brings a global perspective shaped by his experience in the fire service and conversations with some of the most respected voices in health, wellness, and performance. Toget...

In this episode, we sit down with Steve, Dave, and Gina for an honest and engaging conversation about leadership, collaboration, and the realities facing today’s fire service and local government professionals. We discuss what it takes to build strong teams, navigate organizational challenges, and keep people at the center of public service decision-making. From lessons learned to practical takeaw...

Join us for a powerful session recorded live at the Ohio Fire & Rescue Officer Development Conference, featuring guest Dr. Johnny Torgelson—aka “Dr. JT”—author of the impactful book Forging Your Team: Demystifying Team Development for First Responders. In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, we dive deep into the fire-service-specific leadership and team-development strategies that Dr. JT has hon...

Dr. David Griffin, a Charleston, South Carolina native, is a nationally recognized leader, speaker, author, and fire service professional whose life was forever changed on June 18, 2007. As the driver of the first engine on scene at the devastating Sofa Super Store fire that claimed the lives of nine Charleston firefighters, David was thrust into a journey of trauma, transformation, and ultimately...

Courtney Hull is the Associate Dean of Fire/EMS Training at Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, and the founder of Plugged In, LLC, a company focused on leadership and relationship development, communication, and connection in high-stakes environments. A former career Firefighter/AEMT, Courtney transitioned to Fire/EMS education full time in 2010 after teaching part-time sinc...

This episode we sat down with Lt. Welch and Battalion Chief Cooper of the Findlay Police and Fire Departments. They share their experience in implementing school safety measures against active shooter threats. Email - fireadmin@findlayohio.com

Chief Billy Goldfeder, EFO, a firefighter since 1973, serves as deputy fire chief of the Loveland-Symmes (Ohio) Fire Department. He also serves as Lexipol’s senior fire advisor and is a member of the Fire Chief/FireRescue1 Editorial Advisory Board. Goldfeder is a member of the Board of Directors for several organizations: the IAFC, the September 11th Families Association and the National Fallen Fi...

In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, we're joined by Nick Martin, a nationally respected fire service leader, instructor, and founder of Combat Ready Fire. Nick brings decades of experience in fireground operations, tactical command, and leadership development and he shares it all in this dynamic and insightful conversation. We dive into: • The mindset behind Combat Ready • Building credibilit...

In this episode of the Triple P Podcast, we welcome a distinguished guest, Dr. Denis Onieal, former Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator and long-time leader at the National Fire Academy (NFA). Dr. Onieal brings decades of experience in fire service education, leadership development, and national fire policy. We dive into the evolution of the NFA, the critical role of professional development in shaping...

Megan's website RescueRD - https://www.rescuerd.com/ I am a dietitian obsessed with practical, realistic nutrition strategies for shiftwork. I have been working as a full-time, embedded civilian dietitian for departments of +1,400 firefighters since 2017. I have trained for and passed CPAT, and am always up for a ride-along or a fitness challenge. I can often be found at a station or academy teach...

This interview is with Thom Shea the author of the books "Unbreakable" and "Three Simple Things" Thom is a retired navy seal who was on many deployments over his navy seal career. He was a seal instructor for ten seal classes. He worked with other well known seals such as Jocko Willink also a well know author and leader and Christopher Kyle who was the seal from the movie "American Sniper". Thom s...

This New Fire Chiefs Roundtable episode is packed with information on what to expect if you are a new fire chief or inspiring to be a chief. Host - Clayton O'Brien - Fire Chief City of Oregon (cobrien@oregonohio.org) Co-Host - Josh Eberly - Fire Chief City of Findlay (jeberle@findlayohio.gov) Guest - Shawn Wittkop - Fire Chief City of Defiance (swittkop@cityofdefiance.com) Guest - David Bowen - Fi...

This episode teaches the first responder what to look for when it comes to human trafficking. iEmpathize travels the country to teach this course. Website to access the training course can be found here - https://iempathize.org/ Contact information - Mark Brende Strategic Partnerships and Outreach 303-809-1896 mark@iempathize.org

Listen in as we continue with the interview with former Chief, Mayor and State Fire Marshal Mike Bell.

Listen in as Mike Bell talks about how he last 16 years as Fire Chief for Toledo Fire and Rescue and how it prepared him for State Fire Marshal and City of Toledo Mayor.

Ian Emmons is the Deputy Chief of Operations for Sarasota County Fire Department. Listen in as Ian talks about building relationships and making big life changes and how to know if it is right for you.

The Triple P and the Chief Exchange all in one. Listen in as Alec Wons host of the Chief Exchange interviews me.

Recorded in front of a live audience at the 2024 Winter Symposium. This panel discusses our current workforce and the challenges our fire service faces today.

Recorded in front of a live studio audience. This panel discusses the the topic of medical and recreationally marijuana. Links we talked about during the show PEER Support - https://firefightermentalhealth.org/ PEER Support Training - http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sp/peer_support_trainings

Listen into this collaboration between the Ohio Association of Professional Firefighters and the Ohio Fire Chiefs Association as we dive into the topic regarding marijuana and the effects of the fire service. Links we talked about during the show PEER Support - https://firefightermentalhealth.org/ PEER Support Training - http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sp/peer_support_trainings

Frank Leeb is a deputy assistant chief in FDNY. He is the acting chief of training. He has served in several senior staff positions, including the chief of training, the chief of the fire academy and chief of safety. Leeb has been a member of FDNY since 1992 and a member of the East Farmingdale, NY, Fire Department since 1983. He holds a bachelor's degree in fire service administration from the St...

Join us for episode 22 where we talk to Mike Prete about the company level officer. Discussion revolves around the five items that a new and existing company officer can use to be successful or take it to the next level. Mike Prete - Mike retired as an Assistant Fire Chief at Montgomery County (MD) Fire and Rescue Services. With nearly 35 years of experience, he served as the Executive Chief. In a...

Listen in to Mark VonAppen who has been a member of the Palo Alto, California Fire Department since 1998, and is assigned to the suppression division where he holds the rank of captain. He is a committee member for California State Fire Training and has contributed to the development of Firefighter Survival and Rapid Intervention curriculums. Mark has been published in Fire Engineering Magazine, F...