The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 387: Firefighters Candice McDonald and Jonathan Dayton—Make Me a Firefighter
May 28, 2024
Two distinguished volunteer firefighters, Candice McDonald and Jonathan Dayton, discuss the challenges and rewards of their philanthropic work. They emphasize the importance of recruiting new volunteers, the camaraderie among firefighters, and the diverse opportunities within the firefighting community. They also touch on the declining trend of volunteerism in the fire service and the significance of community involvement in becoming a firefighter.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Answering the Call: the Role of Volunteer Firefighters
01:55 • 10min
Overcoming Challenges: Recruiting and Retaining Volunteer Firefighters
11:44 • 8min
Firefighter's Journey and Camaraderie
20:12 • 11min
Humorous and Challenging Encounters of Firefighters
30:58 • 2min
Diverse Opportunities in the Firefighting Community
32:48 • 8min
Multifaceted Education and Fire Service
40:31 • 6min
The Decline of Volunteerism in the Fire Service
46:16 • 17min
Becoming a Firefighter: Engaging with the Local Community
01:03:19 • 3min