Fire Engineering Podcast Network

Fireground Strategies: Remembering 9/11 and Recognizing Dominoes on the Fireground   In this episode of Fireground Strategies, hosts Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy mark the 24th anniversary of 9/11 by honoring the heroes and victims—firefighters, police, and everyday citizens—who stood strong during one of the darkest days in U.S. history. They explore the ongoing physical and emotional toll on resp...

Perspectives on Leadership: Leadership, Grit, and the Fire Service Future with Chief Kris Blume   In this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, host Steve Shaw sits down with Kris Blume, Chief of Meridian (ID) Fire Department, and author of Carry the Fire. They explore the challenges and opportunities within today’s fire service—from cultivating grit and determination to building mission-driven,...

Fire Service Court: Navigating Fire Department Contracts   In this episode of Fire Service Court, Brad Pinsky, John Murphy and Chip Comstock unpack the complexities of fire department contracts. They delve into critical contract components often overlooked, such as clearly defining fire protection services—from basic firefighting to specialized rescues and EMS—and setting realistic performance exp...

Humpday Hangout: Water Supply and Delivery In this episode, guest Ed Collet joins the team to discuss water supply and delivery concerns. Also, host Mike Dugan pays tribute to the fallen of 9/11 and those who continue to suffer and die from the response to the attacks. Key Hose is dedicated to the manufacture and delivery of the highest quality fire hose products, combining the best in raw materia...

Point of Origin: Navigating Generational Shifts and Mentorship   In this inaugural episode of the Point of Origin podcast, hosts Billy Hux and Bobby Drake, joined by Firefighter Nation’s managing editor Stephanie White, unpack the evolving challenges within the fire service. They explore how generational gaps affect leadership, training, and team cohesion, emphasizing the need for chiefs to unders...

Command Show: Frank Ricci on Politics, Leadership, and the Mayday Mugging   In this episode of Command Show, fire service expert Frank Ricci joins hosts Anthony Kastros and Brian Brush to explore the intersection of fireground command, politics, and labor relations. Ricci, a seasoned battalion chief and labor leader who won the landmark Supreme Court case Ricci v. DeStefano (2009), shares his uniq...

Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: Real-Time Deployment Optimization   In this episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, host Eddie Buchanan takes a close-up look at the ways real-time deployment optimization is reshaping fire service operations. Joined by Jamie Timm, a public safety software expert with 15 years’ experience, and Captain Jason Heartisan of the Prescott (AZ) Fire Department, they e...

The Training Officer: A Firefighter’s Journey Through Mental Health and Healing   In this episode of The Training Officer, host Dave McGlynn sits down with Brandon Corey, who shares his raw and personal journey dealing with the mental and emotional aftermath of losing a brother in the line of duty. Corey explores the unseen wounds firefighters carry, emphasizing the urgent need for mental health t...

The Larry Conley Show: Inside Haigh Solutions’ Approach to Sustainable Success    During the latest episode of The Larry Conley Show, host Larry Conley sits down with Craig Haigh and Beth Haigh, of Haigh Solutions, to unpack the challenges and opportunities facing today’s fire service leadership. They explore the critical gap in developing chief executive skills beyond firefighting, the importance...

In this episode of Buildings on Fire, host Christopher Naum reviews critical lessons from recent and historical Baltimore row house fires that resulted in multiple line-of-duty deaths. Through a detailed review of construction features, fire dynamics, and operational challenges specific to vintage and modern row house buildings, Naum highlights the complexity behind seemingly straightforward incid...

Humpday Hangout: Firefighting Tactics for Electric Vehicles, Battery Storage, and Solar Energy Systems   In this "Politics and Tactics" edition of the Humpday Hangout, hosts P.J. Norwood and Frank Ricci speak with guests Chris Pfaff and Mark Haugh about the evolving challenges first responders face with the rise of lithium-ion batteries, electric vehicles (EVs), and large-scale battery energy stor...

In this episode of the Women in Fire podcast, host Lisa Baker, Southwest Trustee, Women in Fire, welcomes Chief Latosha Clemons, Fire and Emergency Services, Forest Park, Georgia; Deputy Chief Heather Mozdean, Fremont (CA) Fire Department; and Captain Laura Lyons, Des Moines (IA) Fire Department, to discuss how social media shapes the fire service today. They explore the benefits of platforms like...

Tactical Impact: Basement Fires Uncovered    Basement fires remain some of the most complex and dangerous incidents firefighters face. FDNY Lieutenant Dan Gordon shares frontline experience and expert analysis featured in Fire Engineering’s June 2025 issue. He breaks down the crucial challenges of identifying basement fires—emphasizing thorough size-up beyond the front door, including the “rule of...

In this episode of Hooks & Hoses, Eric Dreiman tackles some of the most persistent myths in the fire service—practices handed down through generations, but outdated by today’s building materials, synthetic fuel loads, and firefighting science. Drawing on decades of experience and recent research, Dreiman explains why saying, “we’ve always done it this way” no longer suffices. He covers everyth...

The Command Post: Leadership Lessons from Fire Service Veterans   In this episode of The Command Post, Chiefs Rick Lasky and John Salka explore what sets great leaders apart in the fire service. Drawing from decades of experience in the Fire Department of New York and beyond, they share how inspiration and motivation from strong leadership directly impact firefighters' performance and safety. They...

In this “Issues and Challenges” installment of the Humpday Hangout, Rick Lasky, John Salka, Scott Thompson, and Curtis Birt talk about mentoring in the fire service and why it’s important to have a say in our future.

Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Navigating OSHA’s Proposed Safety Standards     Fire service veteran Dave Denniston joins host Tom Merrill to revisit the ongoing discussion about OSHA’s proposed overhaul of the past fire brigade standard. This episode breaks down key challenges faced by volunteer fire departments—ranging from the impact of incorporating over 1,500 NFPA standards to concern...

In The Books: An Insider’s Guide to Mentoring Fire Officers with Lee Shapir In this episode of In the Books, veteran fire service leader Lee Shapiro shares insights from his new handbook, An Insider’s Guide to Mentoring the Fire Officer. With 40 years of front-line and command experience, including 28 years at Hartford (CT) Fire Department, Shapiro reveals why mentorship—rooted in real-life storie...

Generation Engine: Inside a High-Stakes Rescue   In this episode of Generation Engine, veteran firefighters Todd Edwards and Anthony Rowett host an in-depth conversation with Rico Bush and Joe Toomey as they recount a tense residential fire rescue. What started as a routine call quickly escalated to a working fire with confirmed entrapment, testing their training and teamwork under pressure. They...

Tailboard Talk: Accreditation, Training, and Teamwork in Action   In the latest episode of Tailboard Talk, fire service leaders Chris Rasmussen, Craig Nelson, Jeff Wallin, and their guest explore the ongoing efforts to elevate fire departments through accreditation and joint training academies. They discuss the rigorous process of achieving and maintaining accreditation as a catalyst for continuou...

Humpday Hangout: Electric Vehicle Fires Mike Dugan, Clark Lamping, and other members of the crew will talk with Chris Soda of the Chicago (IL) Fire Department about tactics for EV fires. Key Hose is dedicated to the manufacture and delivery of the highest quality fire hose products, combining the best in raw materials with expert craftsmanship. Sponsored by Key Hose:  www.keyhose.com .  

Command Show: Insights on Command, Communication, and Fireground Innovation   In this episode of Command Show, retired Fairfax County (VA) Chief Dan Shaw shares deep insights from a massive multi-alarm fire that challenged conventional tactics and command structures. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience, Shaw breaks down the evolution of incident command during complex fires, highlighting the...

Perspectives on Leadership: Lessons on Leadership, Legacy, and Life After the Fireground   In this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, Deputy Fire Chief Steve Shaw, Jupiter (FL) Fire Rescue, sits down with retired Division Chief/Paramedic Chase Sargent (ret.), Virginia Beach (VA) Fire and Rescue, to explore the often-overlooked challenges and rewards of fire service leadership. Drawing from dec...

In this Humpday Hangout , members of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI) discuss developing a training calendar for your fire department. They consider priorities and must-have drills, balancing your training, technology use, and delegating tasks.

The Training Officer: Setting the Tone for New Firefighters & Making the Unseen Dangers Real   In this episode of The Training Officer, host Dave McGlynn sits down Chris Hagan, a battalion chief from the Orion Township (MI) Fire Department, to explore the challenges of onboarding probationary firefighters and fostering a strong, professional culture from day one. Hagan shares his unique approa...