Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchProfessionalism vs. Fraternization
Episode 2245
Do you ever think about how your department would—or should—address fraternization issues? In this episode of Fire Service Court, John K. Murphy expl…
2 months ago
Lessons from a Propane Explosion
Episode 2244
On a winter night in Loudoun County, Virginia, an underground 500‑gallon propane tank leaked as it was refilled, sending invisible gas into a suburba…
2 months ago
Accreditation, Data, and Fire Department Operations
Episode 2243
How does the accreditation process provide meaningful value for firefighters and fire departments? And what does that look like in the boardroom vs. …
2 months, 1 week ago
What You Need to Know About Truck Work and Tower Tactics
Episode 2242
Mike Scotto, lieutenant (ret.), FDNY, joins host Dave McGlynn for a discussion about truck company and tower ladder operations for this episode of Th…
2 months, 1 week ago
The Art of Preserving Legacy
Episode 2241
Host Doug Cline urges firefighters and emergency responders to preserve their history and mentor the next generation during this episode of Fire and …
2 months, 1 week ago
Inside FDIC 2026: What Command-Level Officers Need to Be Ready For
Episode 2240
FDIC 2026 is right around the corner, and this preview episode lays out exactly why it matters for today’s command staff. The focus isn’t hype. It’s …
2 months, 1 week ago
FDIC Is a Fireground: Preplan It or Get Burned
Episode 2239
Every year firefighters and officers invest thousands of dollars to attend FDIC International in Indianapolis — but many arrive without a plan. In th…
2 months, 1 week ago
When Training and Generational Shifts Collide
Episode 2238
What makes training across generations effective? And how does training affect career trajectories and firehouse culture? In this episode of The Back…
2 months, 1 week ago
Vertical Fireground
Episode 2237
What makes high-rise firefighting unique? Dave McGrail, an author and retired assistant chief from the Denver (CO) Fire Department, joins host Eric D…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Firefighter Rescue Survey and the First 5,000
Episode 2236
For Command Show's Firefighter Rescue Survey Update, hosts Anthony Kastros and Brian Brush take a look at the Firefighter Rescue Survey release on Th…
2 months, 2 weeks ago