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
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Side Alpha Podcast: Chief Gary Ludwig addresses firefighter cardiac health
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
IAFC President Gary Ludwig talks about the association’s campaign “If you don’t feel well, don’t make it your farewell,” focused on stayed attuned to cardiac health symptoms.
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Side Alpha Podcast: Bill Webb talks fire service politics
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
CFSI Executive Director Bill Webb talks about important CFSI initiatives and what fire chiefs – and firefighters at all levels – should know about navigating the world of fire service politics.
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Side Alpha: Fire Chief Joanne Rund talks about running a combination department
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Fire Chief Joanne Rund shares her experience running a combination department and talks about the challenges of joining a new department at the top spot.
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
Side Alpha: Dr. Denis Onieal describes USFA and NFA learning opportunities
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
The former deputy U.S. fire administrator speaks to the mission of the U.S. Fire Administration, and discusses mentorship and the National Fire Academy
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Ron Siarnicki, executive director of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, discusses cancer awareness and prevention and behavioral health issues in the fire service.
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
John Butler, fire chief of the Fairfax County (Virginia) Fire Department, addresses department missions and strategic planning, mentoring, public engagement and diversity in the fire service.