
FIT TO FIGHT FIRE
Podcast Intro 'The Firefighters Call' by Ger Devine www. gerarddevinepoetry.comWe are a community built on the foundation of Faith, Family, and Fire.We believe in hard work, discipline, and sacrifice, inspiring us to train our minds and bodies daily. It is an honor to serve our communities, leading us to pursue our craft in a way that honors the oath and all those who came before us. We are fighting the celebration of mediocrity one act at a time.Join the Community at www.patreon.com/fittofightfire and start getting your workout of the day today!
Latest episodes

Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 28min
Marc Maikoski - BE HERE NOW
Ric Jorge and I talked to Marc about the pain he has carried over his career and how helping others has been the greatest way for him to give his pain purpose and share the power of Jesus in his life. He shares how we all need to find our tribe but must do the work required first. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Oct 7, 2023 • 1h 34min
Robert Wynne - TURN TO ME
Robert Wynne shares an inspiring comeback story. He talks about being abandoned by his father, his drug addiction, stabbed seven times in prison, and how his relationship with God brought him to the fire service. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Sep 29, 2023 • 55min
Robbie Townsend - RESILIENT
Robbie talks about his challenges with mental health and how his faith was the foundation of his way back to peace. He also shares how the GSD program provided him with the training ground to build the resilience necessary to overcome life's challenges.If you want to reach out to Robbie = robbietownsend@ymail.com For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Sep 28, 2023 • 32min
Can I take CBD? - RESPOND WELLNESS
Why do we believe in CBD?We talk about how CBD positively impacted our lives, leading us to create Respond Wellness and begin the mission of helping our brothers and sisters with some of the challenges we face as firefighters.Head on over to respondwellness.com to learn more. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Sep 19, 2023 • 1h 14min
Ric Jorge - GOD FIRST
Ric Jorge had a difficult season of life that led him to God. From doing and dealing drugs to losing close friends, Ric was a rough man with dark plans. It's a journey that started dark and has brought abundant light, with Jesus being the leader of his life. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 30min
David Rhodes - GSD LEADERSHIP
On Episode 18, I had the opportunity to talk to Fire Engineering Editor-in-Chief David Rhodes. We spoke about t-shirt management seven years later, how the Georgia Smoke Diver leadership model would serve the fire service well, and what the Georgia Smoke Diver program provides firefighters beyond the job. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Jul 19, 2023 • 1h 5min
Brian Abbott - STAND UP
I talked to Brian Abbott about his attempted suicide and how an accumulation of calls, fire department culture, and his demons led to a decision to end it all, and the words "Stand Up" put him on a path of healing and resilience through his faith in Jesus. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Jul 18, 2023 • 1h 38min
Jeff Rothmeier - JOY IN THE PAIN
Jeff talks about his desire to honor God in all he does and how faith guided him through a season of adversity to find joy in the pain. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 36min
Rick Swales - AGE IS JUST A NUMBER
I talk to Rick about his journey into the fire service, his faith, the Georgia Smoke Diver Program, and how age is just a number.We dive into the importance of fitness, mindset, and consistent training and how trust is built through shared suffering.Join the Fit To Fight Fire Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/fittofightfire For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Jun 14, 2023 • 5min
Dear Out-Of-Shape Firefighter
Dear out-of-shape firefighter, I'm writing to you as your conscience, hoping we could reconnect you to why you were here or maybe even connect you for first time. Too many have ignored your current physical state. Some have even supported and strengthened your excuses. I know this may not be a comfortable conversation for you, but the responsibility in front of all of us is more important than your own personal feelings. Join the Fit To Fight Fire Community! For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspirational message, monthly training, and much more!https://www.patreon.com/fittofightfire For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.