Relentless Rejects

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.

Mike Nasti is passionate about leadership in the fire service from any position. In Episode 14 we discuss what it takes to be a leader and a company officer in the fire service.

Right out the gate, Danny B was throwing punches! He is as real as they come and the fire service needs more of his style and authenticity. Tune in to Episode 13 to hear the Student of Game Fire Podcast host drop some truth bombs and talk about his why.

On this episode, I had the great honor of hosting Will Hegedus from the FDNY, creator of the Bravest Strongman Club. Will loves to debate hot topics like various types of fitness in the fire service, but also, when and when not to train in gear! His passion for tradition and brotherhood is very strong and unique for anyone who doesn't fire fire on the East Coast. You won't want to miss this one!

This has been one of my favorite conversations with one of my favorite people. John Spera is an amazing firefighter, but more importantly, a strong man of faith. In this episode, we discuss the three pillars of his foundation: Faith, Family, and Fire and why it must be in that order.

This episode features my friend, Logan Hinkle. A young, passionate fireman doing great things in the fire service. I guarantee he will be a big name in the fire service soon, so embrace this conversation now so you can look back on it.

Trevor may be one of the most interesting and selfless people in the fire service. From his upbringing as a missionary in Africa and Haiti, to not only surviving the Haiti earthquake of 2010 but risking his life to help strangers in a time of chaos. That was before he joined the LA County Fire Department and created a new way to defeat doors without destroying them as a probie! You won't want to skip this one!

In this episode, John Velez from Tailboard Misfits comes out to make a special announcement. We also talk about mentorship, leadership, and the elusive senior man!

I had the pleasure of speaking with Ljay Geist, a western Kansas firefighter making a HUGE impact on the fire service. Watch this episode to see his very first appearance without a mustache and hear the story of why!