Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchEight Saves at 800 Casanova: Mastery of Command
Episode 2275
Hosts Anthony Kastros and Brian Brush welcome Monterey (CA) Fire Department firefighters Lou Valdez, Patrick Moore, Greg Greenlee, and Matt Harris. O…
2 weeks, 3 days ago
What Does the Future of the Fire Service Look Like?
Episode 2274
On this episode of The Backstep Boys, hosts Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer welcome Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy to reflect on careers, camaraderie,…
2 weeks, 3 days ago
The Truth About Teamwork
Episode 2276
(This episode originally aired in March 2026.)
Inside a firehouse, teamwork isn’t part of a slogan—it’s the difference between control and chaos. For…
3 weeks, 5 days ago
Taking Back the Firehouse: Stop Waiting to Be Saved
Episode 2272
This week on the Humpday Hangout, Brian Zaitz, P.J. Norwood, and Candace Ashby discuss FDIC, problematic employees, leadership, and management. Ashby…
3 weeks, 5 days ago
A Pre-FDIC Chat: Ladder Tactics, Constructive Criticism, and Leadership
Episode 2271
Hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka break down high-stakes decisions on the fireground, planning ahead of FDIC, and window rescues on this episode of The…
4 weeks ago
High-Rise Mayday: One Fire Chief's Account
Episode 2268
In this episode of Mayday Monday, host Tony Carroll speaks with Chief Wells Wilson of the Alexandria (VA) Fire Department about a March 2024 working …
1 month ago
FDIC 2026 Preview: Classes, Symposiums, and the Anniversary of 9/11
Episode 2269
In this episode of Fireground Strategies, hosts Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy speak with Jack Murphy about their upcoming FDIC classes, classroom offe…
1 month ago
Leadership, Humility, and Patience with Nozzle Forward Founder Aaron Fields
Episode 2267
Aaron Fields joins host Steve Shaw to discuss ways to cut through the hype in modern fire service training and leadership on this episode of Perspect…
1 month ago
Who’s Responsible When Firefighters Cross Into Mutual Aid?
Episode 2270
Who is liable when firefighters cross into mutual aid? On this episode of Fire Service Court, John Murphy breaks down the "borrowed servant" doctrine…
1 month ago
The Blueprint to Modern Construction
Episode 2266
How are rapid changes in building materials and construction methods outpacing firefighter training? On this episode of Fire and Training, host Doug …
1 month, 1 week ago