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Dane Carley, Jeff Wallin, and Craig Nelson explore programs and resources provided by the IAFC to the fire service. Some of these programs, like the Firefighter Safety Culture research being conducted by Drexel University, could change the way the fire service looks at its accidents and bring a new dimension to our service's higher reliability. Then, we will talk with Asst. Chief Todd LeDuc from Broward County Fire and Rescue. This is a unique department because it is under the umbrella of the Broward County Sheriff's Office, which is the only entity to be accredited across three professions - fire, EMS, and law enforcement. We will find out how merging into a sheriff's office went so well and how it improved services to the community.

The Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society is an organization dedicated to the camaraderie and brotherhood forged between firefighters.  The F.O.O.L.S. provide real fire training for real firefighters and feel it is their duty to keep their brother and sisters in the fire service as safe as possible on the fire ground

Chad Sartison discusses a number of topics as they pertain to Recruitment Retention, Funding and Community Support.

Fire service attorneys Chip Comstock, John K. Murphy, Brad Pinsky, and Curt Varone discuss legal issues affecting fire training and firefighting.

Fire Ground Strategies and Other Stuff From the Street Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo hosts "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."  Along with his co-host, Jim Duffy, this show covers fireground organization and operational safety as well as building construction and choosing a strategic mode of operation from the point of view of those in command of both the fireground and individual companies.  

Anthony and Ed talk about fire command.

Ed Hadfield discusses firefighter fitness issues and CrossFit for the fire servcie.

Lieutenant Ray McCormack FDNY and Erich Roden from the City of Milwaukee fire department discuss Urban Firefighting tactics.

Join host Al Schlick as he welcomes Lt. John Shafer from the Greencastle (IN) Fire Department and the man behind the GreenMaltese.com.  John is a 18-year veteran of  the fire service, and is an Indiana regionally recognized instructor on building construction, fireground search and command management.  John has traveled throughout the State of Indiana delivering specialized training programs on building construction, fireground search and firefighter safety.  Join in on the conversation as we discuss fire service training with one of the best in the business.  The Training Office is the official show if the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI). The ISFSI leads fire and EMS instructors in their efforts to reduce firefighter fatalities and injuries, increase firefighter safety, and improve the profession through education and training. ISFSI supports instructors through educational opportunities, networking, mentoring programs, leadership opportunities, instructional resources, and legislative representation.

The Engine House Training Guys are friends and students of the fire service who like to share their combined knowledge and skills with others.  Discussions will include  the most basic tactics and training to leadership and officer development and everything in between.  They love the fire service and look forward to having spirited discussions around the virtual kitchen table or from the engine bumper.

Chris Mc Loone brings the pages of "Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment" magazine to the airwaves.  Topics covered focus exlusively on those professionals whose job it is to buy Trucks, Tools, Turnout Gear and Firefighting Equipment.

Chief Rick Lasky & Chief John Salka discuss leadership lessons learned from their experience in the Fire Service. Listen in as they provide effective critiques and tips for every level of the job, from chiefs on down.

Join Capt. Mike Dugan (FDNY) and Capt. Mike Gagliano (Seattle Fire) as they share their knowledge and answer your questions. In this program, Firefigher Aaron Fields of Seattle Fire will talk about basic engine skills and his Nozzle Forward class.

The four owners of Traditions Training:  Ricky Riley; Dan Shaw; Doug Mitchell; and Nick Martin provide advice and direction on how to keep combat ready.

In the fire service you either "lead, follow or get out of the way." Pat Nichols & Mark Gregory are definitely leaders. Join them as they discuss training that is both interesting and informational.