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In this episode, Mickey discusses the importance of understanding the fire service as a family and the unique nature of the job. He emphasizes the need for young firefighters to be fully committed and dedicated to the job. Mickey also highlights the importance of preserving traditions and attending funerals as a mandatory duty. He suggests the creation of a funeral committee to ensure that firefighters can attend funerals without taking a day off work. Mickey concludes by urging young firefighters to prove themselves and recognize that the fire service is bigger than any individual.

Jeff Seal, the Sales Manager for Spartan Motors, joins Jeremy for some conversation during the Fire Truck Training Conference in Lansing, MI.

Steve Lohr, Chief of the Hagerstown, MD Fire Department sits down with Jeremy at the Fire Truck Training Conference in Lansing, MI. Well verse on fire apparatus purchasing and maintenance, Chief Lohr talks about his appreciation for the FTTC and the relationships that come from such organizations.

In this episode, Pip interviews Rob Murphy, a lieutenant with St. Augustine's Fire Department and former professional football player. They discuss the different chapters of Rob's life, including his transition from college football to the NFL and CFL, and his eventual career in the fire service. They also touch on topics such as moving between fire departments, balancing fire and EMS responsibilities, and the importance of hard work and family. This conversation explores the importance of supportive partners and family in raising children and pursuing personal growth. They discuss the sacrifices they have made for their families and the joy and challenges of parenting. They also highlight the role of meditation and self-reflection in managing stress and maintaining mental health. The conversation emphasizes the need for firefighters to prioritize self-care and the impact of sleep deprivation on their well-being. Pip and Rob share insights on managing personalities in parenting and firefighting, as well as the importance of allowing children to pursue their own paths. The conversation concludes with a discussion on finding joy in the simple moments of parenting and the power of persistence and perseverance. Making you ask yourself the question. What’s My Size Up???? Because what you do off the Job, MATTERS!!!!

In this conversation, Mickey reviews a post from September 25th, 2019, discussing the importance of effective communication in the fire service. He highlights the impact of stress on performance and emphasizes the need for clear and precise statements. Mickey also explores the concept of the 'screamer,' someone who is overwhelmed and tries to gain temporary control by screaming. He discusses the importance of communication in Mayday situations and compares real-life fire ground communication to the incident command system.

Roger Wnek, the Maintenance Coordinator for the Summerville, SC Fire Rescue Department knows fire apparatus. He discusses new apparatus purchases, the problems plaguing the industry today and a bunch of other issues pertaining to fire apparatus in today's market.

Mickey grabs Jeremy from the National Fire Radio Podcast to join him as they break down Zen. Mickey's intellect and well thought out points of view broken down for Jeremy's simple mind. A fun conversation between the two of them!!

Rob Fisher, a Battalion Chief with 36 years of experience in the American Fire Service, discusses the importance of mentorship and personal growth. Rob shares his own experiences with mentors who shaped his career and highlights the need for more mentorship programs in the fire service. Rob also talks about the transition from firefighter to company officer, and the challenges and expectations that come with the role. He emphasizes the importance of training with firefighters and understanding different approaches to truck work across regions. Lastly, Rob discusses the role of the Fools group in the fire service and the opportunities it provides for networking and training.

AB Turenne, the founder of Hops and Halligans, is one to take action. Sitting around and stewing doesn't suit AB well. He is the guy to get things done. No time to waste, even if "there's history". Career Fire Captain in charge of the Training, AB has found a way to connect the job using today's methods. Based in CT, Hops and Halligans brings in outside speakers to share their experiences and knowledge of the fire service with the CT fire service. His consistency and passion for the job shines through his everyday and he has had great success raising money and awareness for many causes, etc. AB gets things done, period!! -- Check out Hops and Halligans on social media for their latest event listing and merchandise.

In this conversation, Mickey Farrell discusses the importance of victim removal versus sustained advantage in high-pressure rescue operations. He emphasizes the need for common sense and split-second decision-making in real-life fire conditions. Farrell explores the concept of area of refuge as a transitional means of victim removal, rather than immediately bringing the victim back to the fire area. He also delves into the role of flow path in dictating the fire and manipulating energy within the fire building. Additionally, Farrell highlights the relationship between conditions and timing in rescue operations and the significance of water on the fire. The main takeaway is the importance of adaptable approaches to victim removal.