Student Of The Game Fire Podcast

22 years of career experience. Creator of Crew 1st Culture which was born in 2019. The thing about humans is we are biologically wired to seek comfort & security. But in life there are going to be hills & hurdles we will encounter that will test our courage, perseverance & faith. It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself that determines how your life’s story will develop. It’s been a while since Jeremy’s blessed the microphone so needless to say I truly was humbled when I asked if he would come on to share his journey for others to hear. One of my favorite quotes from Jeremy is this “ Never give your identity to something than can be given away.”IG: crew1stculture

Matthew Stewart- 37 years of combination experience. Assistant Chief Of Operations for Wayne Township FD in Indiana. 2nd ever out of state candidate to complete the Georgia smoke diver program who then decided to implement what he learned bringing it back to his home state and started Indiana Smoke Diver in which he currently serves as President. Indiana Task Force 1 member and an overall Chief who has never forgotten that he is still a Firefighter. The discussions Chief and I had should make for great conversation amongst the listeners. My favorite quotes from Chief were “ Nothing we do is safe.” & “You are your own best project.” IG: stew662

9 years of career experience. Currently a Firefighter/Medic on Truck 553 for The City Of Euless Fire Department in Texas. Husband, Father, Oklahoma Smoke Diver and creator of Die To Live Ops on instagram. Ryan is a humble guy who wanted to do something positive in life. So he jumped in with both feet to obtain all the certifications needed to become a Firefighter. One who doesn’t want to be just average. Ryan believes that your reputation proceeds you when walking into the door. My favorite quote from Ryan is this “I want to learn how to suffer well for my family.”IG: dietoliveops & r.c.rowan

A Fire Wife is essentially the keeper of the castle. Although she is married to a Firefighter she also has married into the fire service. I wanted to pay tribute to the wives for all they do for their respective families 24/7/365 when there spouse is away that may sometimes go unnoticed or unrecognized. From caring of the kids, making sure meals are prepared, completing various day to day activities, management of the household & sometimes having to perform dual roles. The wife of a Firefighter plays a key component to the stability of families across the nation. Today’s guests are Kim Smith, Courtney Swick, Hannah Howes and Kimberly Beauvais. All the women mentioned are married to Firefighters who work from small urban/ suburban municipalities to large metropolitan organization.

31 years of volunteer and career experience. A Lieutenant for the District of Columbia Fire Department Truck 7 on Capitol Hill also known as the “Kool-aid Cowboys.” Robert has been apart of 2 other organizations before arriving in DC. With his experiences and whom he surrounded himself with Robert believes in STANDARDS that Firefighters must know their job from the beginning and he isn’t timid to tell you like it is even when you don’t want to hear it.

Juan- 10 years of career experience. A driver on Engine 16 with Fort Lauderdale Fire/Rescue. Creator of Working Fire Co on social media. From the moment Juan entered the fire service he knew he always wanted to go big city which is every single individuals right. But what set him apart was the work, mental fortitude and grind he put in behind the scenes that set him up for success down the road. One of Juan’s quotes was “I always stayed uncomfortable being comfortable.” And even in the eyes of defeat Juan never let off on the pedal of determination. IG: workingfireco

43 years of volunteer and career experience. Former Chief of Prince George’s County Fire/EMS where he served as 2nd longest Chief in history. Former public safety director in Highlands County Florida along with former emergency manager in Mineral Springs West Virginia. Chief Bashoor cut his teeth within PG county at some of the busiest stations where being mediocre wouldn’t cut it. From physical fitness, training, education, communication & community Marc explains his successful journey within the fire service while also dropping a few gems and nuggets along the way.

43 years of volunteer and career experience. Fire Chief for The Colony Fire Department in Texas. Husband, father of two sons which also serve in the fire service, published author, instructor at FDIC since 2002, has held numerous leadership roles while coaching fire officers & firefighters for the last 25 years. The list of accomplishments and accolades could go on and on but one of the most important factor is this, America’s Fire Chief who has never forgotten his roots, supports the role of the mission first mindset, the men and women of respective organizations and always being “Cowboy Ready.”

3rd generation family member within the public safety field. 34 years of volunteer and career experience. Fire Chief for Lugoff Fire/Rescue in South Carolina. Chris never had intentions of being a Fire Chief but in life you will end up arriving at a fork in the road in which you choose which track you head down. It’s either going to be toward breakdown or breakthrough. Chris chose the latter but with that choice came difficult times which in return made him the Chief he is today and a Chief that Firefighters want. Aggressive, Blue Collar and most importantly one who has never forgotten that he will always remain a Firefighter first.

George Khabbaz- 17 years of career experience. A Captain with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue on Rescue 19. From a young age George always wanted to be a Firefighter. The noble calling, duties and responsibilities that come with the profession something about the trucks going down the road with sirens blaring, helping individuals in need during whatever emergency the situation calls for and as an added bonus doing so within the community he grew up in. George was my humblest guest yet. Soft spoken but to the point. And when you hear him speak you to will understand.