

Undisclosed Agents Podcast #33 David Rhodes - Heavy is the Head
Sep 18, 2024
David Rhodes, a 37-year veteran who retired as battalion chief with the Atlanta Fire Department, shares his extraordinary journey in the fire service. He discusses the importance of ambition and mentorship in personal growth, emphasizing how connections formed at conferences shaped his career. Rhodes highlights the unique Georgia Smoke Diver program and its transformative training, revealing the challenges of maintaining quality amid high recruit numbers. He also critiques the balance of formal education versus hands-on experience in leadership roles, underlining the need for compassionate leadership in firefighting.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Rookie to Battalion Chief
02:03 • 11min
Navigating the FDIC Journey
12:35 • 21min
Partnerships and the Georgia Smoke Diver Program
33:17 • 3min
Reviving the Smoke Diver Legacy
36:23 • 18min
Navigating Leadership and Trust in the Fire Service
54:21 • 5min
Evolving Leadership in the Fire Service
59:26 • 6min
Navigating Leadership in Firefighting
01:05:45 • 23min