FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing some levity to the often very serious nature of the profession. Dig into what drives firefighters to improve themselves, their crew, even the fire service as a whole. Listen in to get better every day, every call, every shift.
Episodes
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Chief‘s Forum: There‘s a fire service budget tsunami coming
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Fire Chief Marc Bashoor explains that fire/EMS departments will not be immune to the sweeping cuts many communities are beginning to experience; as such, it's key to find ways to prove your worth, cut where you can, and maintain the safety of your members. Music by David Hyde
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Chief‘s Forum: COVID-19: Where do we go from here?
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
As the conflagration continues, Fire Chief Marc Bashoor underscores that it's time to focus on your members, budget, planning for the future, and strong leadership. Music by David Hyde
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Side Alpha Podcast: FEMA‘s Cathie Patterson details grant application tips
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Cathie Patterson, the branch chief for fire grants at FEMA, helps departments better understand the grants process, including how the peer review process works and grant pitfalls that can hinder grant success.
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Side Alpha Podcast: Chief Todd LeDuc discusses the firefighter health trifecta
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Todd LeDuc, Executive Assistant Fire Chief (ret.), Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue, tackles the top three health issues facing firefighters: cardiac issues, cancer and behavioral health challenges, and share strategies for staying healthy on the job.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Division Chief Kent Davis discusses the Charlotte (N.C.) Fire Department’s Police Assist Companies (PAC) and how it was used during the recent police violence protests in Charlotte, specifically during an alarming incident where crews were trying to conduct a confined space rescue while being harassed by protesters.