Mickey Farrell

View From the Top Floor Podcast with Mickey Farrell

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National Fire Radio sets out to Capture the many different types of characters and their stories that shape and mold the traditions and culture of the fire service. A View from the Top Floor Podcast dives deep into the strategy, tactics, and culture of the fire service, offering thought-provoking discussions and actionable insights for firefighters, officers, and industry professionals. With a growing, loyal audience, View from the Top Floor with Mickey Farrell has become a trusted resource for fire service professionals seeking to sharpen their skills and broaden their perspectives.

Author

Mickey Farrell

Episodes

Chapter 82 - Summer Size UP 14.07.2025 10:44

In this episode, we talk summer fires, the stack effect, and why reading smoke isn’t just about color, volume, and velocity. Heat, humidity, and building behavior change the game—if you’re not paying attention to the details on arrival, you’re already behind the eight ball.

Chapter 81 - REsize Up 07.07.2025 7:04

In this chapter, I discuss the new podcast channel and the idea that size-up doesn’t stop after the initial look—it’s continuous. I also discuss the heads-up display (HUD) and how it can serve as a quiet metronome on the fire floor and floors above, helping us track timing, tempo, and the overall rhythm of your operation.

Chapter 80 - Two Hands, Two Tools 03.07.2025 10:48

Two Hands, Two Tools — it’s more than a slogan. A phrase we’ve all lived at least once in our career. And while it’s burned into the culture, believe it or not, there’s an art and a discipline to putting one down. That’s what we get into on this podcast — the moments, the mindset, and the humility behind knowing when to adjust, adapt, and get the job done right.