The Weekly Scrap, Firefighter Podcast

Joined on this episode by the one and only Anthony Kastros to go deep diving into command.  We talk about decision making. the levels of command. How to become that calming force in the middle of the chaos. Of course we discussed his new book that was just released and instantly sold out! And as always the audience chimed in and took us in directions we never saw coming but totally enjoyed!  Enjoy #246!!!!

Joined by one of my favorite amigos, the one and only Mike Gagliano. We discussed fireground decision making. The art of go and no-go.  The pendulum swing that is the fire service, and how to build a culture that rocks at your fire house. Of course the audience contributed and absolutely brought the heat for the show!

Joined on this episode by one of my biggest mentors, the one and only Scott Thompson. We talk mentorship, being mentored. The discussion will always cover culture and how you can impact your department no matter what level you are at. Of course no matter what me and Scott were planning to talk about... the audience came in and absolutely crushed it with their on point questions! 

Joined on this episode by Dan Shaw and it was an excellent episode! We talked about 25 to Survive and LODD's impact on everyone.  Leadership through the ranks and how to have an impact on your organization. Challenges of rising through the ranks, and lessons he has learned throughout the last three decades.  Of course the audience took over and drove the direction of the discussion, and Dan absolutely crushed it with his answers! Enjoy the show!

Joined on this episode by Ian Bennett and it was an exciting episode, especially if you love the topics of training and live fire. I was able to pick his brain on his training philosophies and the lessons he has learned.  Ian is one of the best and it shows in this interview. Of course the audience always sends the best questions that the guest can crush, and Ian absolutely did so. 

My guest this week is none other than Mike Greco. He is a very opinionated firefighter and not afraid to share his mind.  Our planned topics were truck operations and tactics, as well as how to be a leader in the modern fire service. Of course the best laid plans by the Scrap are always beautifully derailed by the best audience in the world, and they delivered this time around!  

Joined on this episode by Chief Michael Paschal and I am excited for all that we got to discuss. It seems like every class I attend in my home state he is always there. Even with his decades of experience he is still a student of the game. He has forgotten more than I know about fireground strategy and tactics and it was an awesome discussion. Of course the questions from the audience always bring the heat.  Enjoy an amazing episode!!!

WOW, what an episode!  One of the most requested guests for the Scrap... Chief Candace Ashby. We discuss the six most common organizational issues. Leadership from the bottom up. Why the disconnect exists between the men and women on the line and the brass in the office. How to stop the blame cycle and start being effective. How to make an impact and lead positive change. This of course is just what we have planned, the audience always brings their own magic to the Scrap, and we look forward to their questions.  See you this Monday, April 1st live at 8pm cst!!!

Joined on this episode by one of the best in the business, RJ, Robert James.  It was a good time as we dove into his mindset and approach to training. Engine work, truck work, FF rescue and survival,  concepts and special operations.  Of course the best laid plans by me and the guest are always wonderfully derailed by the phenomenal questions from the audience and that is what makes it so much fun.  Was a great episode!

In this episode, Paul Capo discusses firefighter rescue and survival, truck operations, and instructional methodologies. The conversation delves into the evolution of technology in rescue techniques, efficient firefighting equipment bags, enhancing firefighter orientation, optimizing fire department operations, and the importance of mentorship in the fire service.