Tip Of The Spear Leadership Podcast

Episode 38: “The Book Of Leaders” with Eric Wheaton (Winter Park FL) Eric Wheaton is the Owner of VentEnterSearch, LLC. and a second-generation fireman for Winter Park (FL) Fire Department. He is currently assigned as a Lieutenant on Truck 61. Eric has spent the majority of his 17-year career on the Truck Company. He also serves on the Winter Park Fire Department Technical Rescue Team. Eric is an advisory board member on the UL-FSRI Size-up and search & rescue study. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and three children. Social Media and Contacts: Instagram @vententersearch_com @ericwheaton.61 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vententersearch?mibextid=LQQJ4d Episode 38’s Sponsor: The Hasty Rescue Strap is a game changing Rapid Intervention tool. Intended to quickly package a downed firefighter in a makeshift harness without the need to adjust the SCBA waistbelt, and provides fixed handles for dragging, lifting, or hoisting. Available for pre-order now at www.hastyfireproducts.com. MAKE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT ON INSTAGRAM AND THEIR WEBSITE!!!!!!!!!_________________________________________ ⛓️Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 📧 Tip.of.the.spear.leadership@gmail.com 💻Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 🎙️If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ****** __________________________________________

Nick Esposito is a second generation firefighter who started his fire service career in  his hometown of Verplanck, New York. In 1999 he was hired by the Bridgeport, Connecticut Fire Department, and has worked his way up through the ranks, taking on many line and staff functions. He currently serves as a Battalion Chief in the West Side.  Nick has a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Safety and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.   Nick is also the owner of Truck Tactics Training, and teaches on the regional and national level.  He has published articles related to aerial apparatus operations and building construction, both online and in trade journals.  Nick's Instagram and Facebook: @Truck_Tactics, and he's the creator of Truck Floor Training on Facebook Truck Tactics Website: www.trucktactics.org ___________________________________________________________________________ Episode 37’s Sponsor: The Hasty Rescue Strap is a game changing Rapid Intervention tool. Intended to quickly package a downed firefighter in a makeshift harness without the need to adjust the SCBA waistbelt, and provides fixed handles for dragging, lifting, or hoisting. Available for pre-order now at www.hastyfireproducts.com. MAKE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT ON INSTAGRAM AND THEIR WEBSITE!!!!!!!!! _________________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ******

NOW PLAYING !!!! Episode 36: “A Leader’s Network and Resources with Michael Hildebrand (Yvorra Leadership Foundation)” Michael S. Hildebrand’s career spans 50-years as a firefighter, hazardous materials response team member, safety and fire protection manager, and as a successful consultant in the fields of hazardous materials emergency planning and response for industry, public safety, and the military. He is currently the Vice President of Emergency Management Solutions, Inc. which is an all-threats – all-hazards consulting firm built around experienced emergency management practitioners, veteran first responders, and crisis communicators. Mike volunteers his time as the President of the Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation which was organized in 1988 in honor of Deputy Fire Chief James G. Yvorra, who was killed in the line of duty. YLD provides financial support to develop America’s future emergency response leaders through scholarships and special projects. For more information check out www.yld.org. As a technical writer, Mike has worked on numerous national level hazardous materials emergency response textbook and training program projects. He is the co-author the textbook, Hazardous Materials: Managing the Incident, 5th edition - now in its 35th year of continuous publication. Mike is the recipient of the prestigious International Association of Fire Chiefs – Chief John M. Eversole Lifetime Achievement Award for “Providing leadership and contributions to further and enhance the hazardous materials emergency response profession.” ______________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ******

Episode 35 : “ The Things We All Carry “ with FF Brendan “ Stack “ Stackpole (DMV) 🔥Stack is a 10 year backstep firefighter from a department in the DMV Stack is the voice behind " The Things We All Carry " Podcast and is a advocate for mental health in the fire service. 🔥🔥Both Stack, and myself share our personal experiences and mental health within the fire service 🚒🚒🚒Stack's Social medias and pages click on his link tree here: https://linktr.ee/thethingsweallcarry?fbclid=PAAaaHo5D2T8gobAtHkcvoEduBMPLKnPWqKCvFaUKrFf7DKOaFaiBL6i4Cukk_aem_AbUZtWDYsUlVUzqoi_LBby5JANmW06LhLtG-fGBW5RMaHMV06r6By2MAjLm6tNiRDcQ ______________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ****** ______________________________________

🔥 Corley Moore is a motivational speaker and instructor, specializing in the topics of leadership and culture. Author of the books “The 9L’s” and “Challenge Your Leadership”. He is the founder of Firehouse Vigilance and its "Never Ending Fight Against Complacency". Creator of the Vigilant Creed with members in all fifty states and seven Countries. Host of The Weekly Scrap, a podcast where fire service leaders come on to discuss improving the culture of the modern fire service. 🔥Corley Moore has served in the Moore Fire Department of Oklahoma since 1997, and currently holds the rank of Battalion Chief. He is in charge of the Green Shift, which is a motley collection of firefighters that make him look good every day. Firehosue Vigilance: Website: https://www.firehousevigilance.com The Weekly Scrap Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-scrap-firefighter-podcast/id1518158884 Corley’s Book on Amazon: The 9L's: Key concepts for building A high-performance culture _________________________________________ _________________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ****** __________________________________________

***NOW PLAYING**** Episode 32: You Have All The Power You Need with Jarrod Sergi (Norfolk VA) 🔥🔥 From the Jarrod’s book “No Nonsense Leadership” we explore the officer’s influence on their crew and the outcome of success. 🚒🚒 Accomplished Author of: No Non-Sense Leadership: A Realistic Approach for the Company Officer https://a.co/d/iZC3Epc 👨‍🚒👨‍🚒 FDIC Presenter https://youtu.be/g3Wr61wt12I 🧯🧯 Instagram: 🔥🔥 https://instagram.com/tbf_jarrod.sergi?igshid=YzcxN2Q2NzY0OA== 🔥🔥 Email: 🧯 jarrodsergi@gmail.com 👨‍🚒 ______________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ******

Episode 31: Robert Policht ( Passaic, NJ ) 🔥 🔥 Robert Policht is a member of the Passaic, NJ, Fire Department and has been assigned to Ladder Companies. Policht assisted with developing and establishing the department’s response to human vs. machine incidents and is attached to the Fire Investigation Unit. He started his career as a volunteer and has served as a Chief of Department. Policht teaches at the Bergen County, NJ, Fire Academy. He has a master’s degree in emergency management and homeland security from Arizona State University. Policht is a founder of and contributor to Flow and Vent and has been published in Fire Engineering and Firehouse Magazines. 🚒 Robert on Social Media: 🔥 Instagram @flowandvent 🚒 Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/FlowandVent?wtsid=rdr_0GCP2EDPyZRzcNDz2 🧯 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@flowandvent?si=iN6jNXLGz4q6Tkix 👨‍🚒 Flow and Vent Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-and-vents-podcast/id1370245924 🚒 Flow and Vent X (Twitter) https://x.com/flowandvent?s=21 🧯 ______________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ****** ______________________________________

In this bonus episode of The Tip Of The Spear Leadership Podcast, I sit down with my good friend TJ from Keep The Promise. We dig in and dive deep into the WHY and goals of Keep The Promise. TJ has the goal to get to 150 Patron members, at that point he will be able to set up funds tk give back to the fire service community. I know we can to this, please share with your friends and coworkers and let’s get TJ to his Goal !!! TJ’s Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/keepthepromisefire?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=12303c10-f1da-463e-aa60-d72e2a76ddcf Keep the Promise Mantra: “If it's my kids in there, I want the craziest guy you got going in after them.”⁣ This isn’t just a calling, we took an oath to the citizens we serve. An oath to be aggressive. An oath to be fit. An oath to give our best when they're at their worst. Remember: we are here for them.⁣⁣⁣ Welcome to Keep the Promise: the community dedicated to helping firefighters become more resilient and well-rounded. We believe that physical fitness, mental readiness, and a strong foundation of training and experience are the keys to success in the fire service. And we are committed to supporting each other every step of the way. As a patron of Keep the Promise, you'll get access to exclusive content, special guest interviews, and a community of like-minded firefighters who uphold the oath of service to their community. You'll also be supporting a cause that is near and dear to our hearts. We are working towards a goal of 150 total patrons, so that we can start a fund to help firefighters and their families during challenging times. With your support, we can make a real difference in the lives of those who serve and protect our communities. Join us on this journey. Become a patron of Keep the Promise today, and be a part of a community of firefighters who are dedicated to living their best lives and making a real difference in the world.

Episode 30: Establishing a culture of training with Tim Papp ( New Haven Ct. ) Captain New Haven Fire Department Rescue 1 Contact Tim on Instagram: @tpapp0331 Instructor for Connecticut Custom Fire Training & Take The Door Training ( IG: @takethedoortraining )