The Weekly Scrap, Firefighter Podcast

Really excited to have Raymen Dorival on this episode of the scrap! Was an awesome discussion on what gets him fired up, and where he draws his energy from. Raymen got to share his thoughts on training, and motivation as well as an on the spot inspirational speech to close out the interview!Not to mention everything the audience had to say. Was an awesome Scrap!

Joined by Justyn Fraize to talk about mindset, attitude and motivation. Was a blast to pick his brain about preparation and his approach to training. As always the best part was what the audience threw at us along the way! Nothing but gold.

Joined by Chief Mo Davis of Houston Fire and was able to get him fired up and talking about all things fire! Topics included command, mindset, fireground strategy, tactics, training and my favorite... everything that the audience threw our way.  Chief Mo absolutely crushed every question!  Agree or disagree with him, you cannot doubt his passion!

Excited to have Julio Ramos on to talk about "Destiny Favoring the Prepared" among many other fire service topics. We discuss special operations, leadership, tactics and everything the audience threw our way!  Julio is a savant when it comes to saws for sure. Was an awesome Scrap!

Joined by Kevin Lewis of Twisted Truckie Training. Was an awesome conversation and a good time as we discussed Truck Operations and his love of all thing truck and tillers. Of course the audience had great questions as always, and then the 5 questions. 

Joined on this episode by Danny Dwyer who was thrust into the firefighting limelight with a decision he made.  Danny comes on to discuss that fire, and then fields a variety of questions thrown at him by the audience.  Of course he has very good taste in books, and then delivers on the five questions for firefighters.

 Back from traveling and kicking November off right with none other than Chief Dave McGrail! Topics we discuss are dominated by great questions from the audience!  A lot about water supply, High-rise operations, Standpipe operations command and control, mindset, adversity and leadership. It was a great conversation and Dave McGrail is a true gentleman, and a top-shelf firefighter.

Join the conversation with Lt. Nicholas Papa as he shares insights on fire behavior, historical gear, firefighting tactics, ventilation efficiency, and leadership lessons. Explore the impact of vertical ventilation, book recommendations, work-life balance, and the debate between nozzle and VES assignments. Also, get a sneak peek at upcoming guests, events, and merchandise promotions.

Joined by one of the coolest cats on the planet. Major Dane Yaw is coming on to talk about all things fire! Starting with training and his current duties, then moving on to tradition and why it is so important.  Then we just have fun going down whatever rabbit holes strike our fancy. The audience as always brought great points to the discussion.  Major Yaw broke some impressive books that need to be read, and of course his answer to the five questions.

Join the fun with Dustin Martinez of Reformation Fire Training as they dive into size-up, search tactics, VES, and changing search culture. Explore incident priorities, rescue tactics, training in search operations, and prioritizing victim survivability. Get insights on culture change, leadership roles, and the future of firefighting.