The Overhaul Podcast

Marcos Orozco, a dedicated fitness professional and no-nonsense fireman, dives into his journey of creating impactful fitness programs through Hardknox Sunday. He shares insights on personal development in high-pressure roles and the camaraderie within fitness communities. The conversation highlights the importance of resilience, proper training techniques, and building a supportive culture in the fire service. Orozco emphasizes being an asset rather than a liability, advocating for accountability and discipline to foster long-term success.

Jess Rodzinka is known for his teaching and lectures on the "Senior Man" position in the fire service. After speaking with him in this episode, I discovered that Jess is on a mission to not only create good firefighters but also GREAT HUMAN BEINGS!

The Firefighter Endurance boys grace the podcast with some rejuvenating passion for firefighting, fitness, and all-around grit. I am going to love seeing where these two end up. Their passion is much-needed and contagious.

Episode 21 features one of my favorite people in the fire service, Scott "Pope" Vadakin. One of the most humble and dedicated people in the fire service. Scott is an FDIC instructor, lead training instructor, and cadre member of the True Grit Training LLC. When Vadakin speaks, people listen. See why he resonates with people so well in this latest episode.

EPISODE #20 baby!! We hit the mark Rejects! This episode brings on a good ol' homegrown Texas boy who has a passion to serve and build others up around him. John is the creator of 48str8 supplements, a product that is healthy, clean, and created for first responders. He has a no-nonsense approach to being fit for the job and treating rookies the right way.

This episode brings in one of the most passionate and charismatic people I know in the fire service. When you listen to Mike talk, you can feel the love he has mixed with his hilarious swagger. Mike and I talk a lot about how mentors have influenced him to be the man he is today, and how his Mom has always been his biggest motivator to be the absolute best. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I did just hosting it. This is part 1 of our conversation, and we plan to do a live one soon.

On this week's episode of the Relentless Rejects podcast, Justin Lorenzen discussed his recent trip to the Firemanship Fire Conference, his journey and experiences in the fire service, getting your wife involved, and much more. I hope you enjoy it.

Retired chief firefighter Chief Dennis Reilly shares insights on upholding standards, leadership transition from military to fire chief, importance of continuous improvement, technique in training, humility, teamwork in fire service culture, benefits of jiu-jitsu for firefighters, and fire service training and mentorship.

Meet Matt Magee, a 20-year firefighter sharing insights on balancing career, family, and fitness. Discover the intense smoked iris training program, the importance of mental toughness, and embodying resilience and humility in firefighter training. Learn about prioritizing personal growth quietly and the significance of consistent effort over flashy displays.

Jesse Horton, a passionate fire service advocate, brings valuable insights on leadership, training, and equipment efficiency. Topics include accountability, mentorship, mastering firefighting skills, and the importance of passion in the profession. From recording training sessions to community-building events, Horton emphasizes the need for continuous learning and improvement in the fire service.