Best Fireengineering Podcasts (2025)

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Fireground Leadership: Making a Difference at Every Career Stage 1:06:47

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In this episode of Fireground Strategies, seasoned firefighters and officers explore how to make a meaningful impact throughout a firefighting career—from probies learning the basics, to seasoned company officers balancing tactics and leadership, to chief officers shaping strategy and department culture. They emphasize humility, continuous learning…

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The Training Officer: Inside FDIC 2026: Exclusive Insights on Firefighter Training, Hands-On Workshops, and Leadership Development 1:07:13

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For the latest episode of The Training Officer, join Chief David Rhodes and host Dave McGlynn for an inside look at the upcoming FDIC 2026. They discuss the expanded Hands-on Training (H.O.T.) evolutions running during the week, including cutting-edge classes on electric and hybrid vehicle response and urban rope rescue. And they cover new EMS trai…

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Fire and Training - Building Tomorrow’s Fire Service: Embracing and Engaging the Next Generation 37:38

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In this episode of Fire and Training, Douglas Klein and Captain Wayne Jones explore the evolving dynamics of training the next generation of firefighters. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience, they challenge the notion that younger recruits are less proficient, arguing that instructional approaches must adapt to modern learning styles. They …

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The Larry Conley Show: Transforming Leadership with Real Talk and Emotional Intelligence 1:46:57

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In this episode of the Larry Conley Show, David Conley and Larry Conley discuss their personal leadership development with the East Dubuque (IL) Volunteer Fire Department. Drawing on decades of experience, from metropolitan firehouses to small-town brigades, they share the ways their workshop reshaped team dynamics. The conversation reveals the imp…

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Building the Analyst Community and Shaping the Future 1:00:41

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In the latest episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, host Eddie Buchanan welcomes guests Joanna Zibbell, fire technology manager, Boise, Idaho, and Blake Boyd, fire and emergency services analyst, Cary, North Carolina. They discuss the emerging role of data analysts in the fire service and take a close look at evolving data maturity frameworks…

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Breaking Barriers: Leadership and Women’s Voices 58:24

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In this episode of the Women in Fire podcast, Kim Phillips, district chief, Houston Fire Department, and Paige Colwell, battalion chief, Forsyth County (GA) Fire Department, take a close-up look at what defines leadership and management in the fire service. They explore essential leadership traits like trust, communication, and integrity, and highl…

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Tactical Impact: Understanding Tenable Space and Focused Aggression 46:36

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In this episode of Tactical Impact, hosts Jim Silvernail and Jason Hoevelmann sit down with Peter Morotto, acting chief of training, Bridgeport (CT) Fire Department, to unpack key firefighting tactics centered on tenable space and focused aggression. Drawing from 30 years of frontline service and extensive instructor experience, Morotto takes a clo…

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Hooks & Hoses: Rob Grady’s Journey Through Firefighting in Gary, Indiana 1:15:51

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Hooks & Hoses: Rob Grady’s Journey Through Firefighting in Gary, Indiana In this episode of Hooks & Hoses, host Eric Dreiman sits down with Rob Grady, assistant chief of training for the Gary (IN) Fire Department. Grady shares his firefighting journey, which spans over 30 years. He recounts his transition from volunteer to career firefighter, the h…

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The Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Insights with Chief John Salka 58:30

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The Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Insights with Chief John Salka In this episode of The Professional Volunteer Fire Department, Chief John Salka, a seasoned FDNY veteran and lifelong volunteer firefighter, digs into the realities of today’s volunteer fire service. From recruitment challenges and background checks to the crucial role of pr…

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The Training Officer: The Nontraditional Truck Company 51:04

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The Training Officer: The Nontraditional Truck Company In this episode of Fire Engineering’s Training Officer podcast, Chief Jim Silvernail of Kirkwood, Missouri, addresses the critical need for engine companies to train beyond their traditional roles. Drawing from his own years in suburban fire service and his “The Nontraditional Truck Company,” (…

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Generation Engine: Lessons on Engine and Truck Officer Roles from Veteran Firefighters 1:03:52

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Generation Engine: Lessons on Engine and Truck Officer Roles from Veteran Firefighters In this episode of Generation Engine, host Anthony Rowett from Mobile (AL) Fire Rescue, and Mickey Farrell, lieutenant, FDNY, dissect the critical but often overlooked roles of engine and truck officers on the fireground. Drawing on decades of combined experience…

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Tailboard Talk: Harvest Hazards, Station Upgrades, and Long-Term Planning in Rural Communities 47:30

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Tailboard Talk: Harvest Hazards, Station Upgrades, and Long-Term Planning in Rural Communities In this episode of Tailboard Talk, hosts Chris Rasmussen, Craig Nelson, and Jeff Wallin discuss the realities facing rural and suburban fire departments, especially during the intense harvest season. They cover the unique dangers posed by 24-hour beet and…

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The Command Post: Hiring Challenges and Best Practices with Rick Lasky and John Salka 52:20

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The Command Post: Hiring Challenges and Best Practices with Rick Lasky and John Salka Rick Lasky and John Salka, hosts of The Command Post, dive into the evolving landscape of firefighter recruitment and hiring, sharing decades of firsthand experience. They discuss how societal shifts, comfort-seeking attitudes, and changing norms impact the qualit…

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Two Vollies and a Guest: Tactical Fireground Insights for Your Next Alarm 12:29

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Two Vollies and a Guest, a new podcast hosted by Jerry Knapp and Tim Pillsworth, is dedicated to practical fireground knowledge. With over 50 years of combined hands-on experience, they focus on technical and tactical skills firefighters need when every second counts. Expect robust discussions about real-world scenarios, including hazardous materia…

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Command Show: Inside Leadership and Lifesaving Strategies with Waco Fire Chief Robby Bergerson 36:10

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Command Show: Inside Leadership and Lifesaving Strategies with Waco Fire Chief Robby Bergerson In this episode of Command Show, host Anthony Kastros welcomes Robby Bergerson, chief, Waco (TX) Fire Department. With 28 years in Waco and over three decades in the fire service, Chief Bergerson shares his unique journey from recruit to fire chief and th…

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Mayday Monday: Lessons from the 2019 Atascosa Fire 1:20:57

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Mayday Monday: Lessons from the 2019 Atascocita (TX) Fire Department Mayday Monday returns for October as Chief Mike Mulligan, Brian Morgan, and Battalion Chief David Roark of the Atascocita (TX) Fire Department recount a harrowing commercial fire they faced in 2019. The incident reinforced how familiarity, communication gaps, and residential firef…

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Fireground Strategies: Lessons from Baseball to the Blaze 1:05:01

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Fireground Strategies: Lessons from Baseball to the Blaze In this edition of Fireground Strategies, Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy dive into the complexities of decision-making under pressure by drawing parallels between baseball managing and incident command during fires. Using recent Yankees playoff controversies as a starting point, they explore h…

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Perspectives on Leadership: Transforming Fire Service Culture, Leadership, Mental Health, and Inclusion 58:30

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Perspectives on Leadership: Transforming Fire Service Culture, Leadership, Mental Health, and Inclusion In this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, host Steve Shaw and Eric McCoy, chief, Huntington Beach (CA) Fire Department, explore the crucial role of culture in the fire service. Drawing on experiences from both coasts, they discuss breaking d…

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Fire and Training: Company Officers' Evolving Challenges in Fire Service Leadership 40:51

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Fire and Training: Company Officers' Evolving Challenges in Fire Service Leadership In this episode of Fire and Training, Douglas Cline and Christopher Naum assess the mounting challenges company officers face in today’s fire service. The discussion focuses on the many ways the role of the company officer has become increasingly demanding. They loo…

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The Larry Conley Show: Cultivating Leadership and Passion in Fire Service Training 1:35:21

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Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: The Critical Role of Data, Building Intelligence, and Fire Prevention 1:05:30

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Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: The Critical Role of Data, Building Intelligence, and Fire Prevention In this episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, fire safety experts Jill Cotton and Jack Murphy cover a crucial yet underappreciated aspect of firefighting: leveraging data, building technology, and fire prevention strategies to save lives and…

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The Backstep Boys: Mastering Command Decisions and Crew Resource Management 1:12:04

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The Backstep Boys: Mastering Command Decisions and Crew Resource Management In this episode of The Backstep Boys, guests Dennis Rubin and Tom Currao join hosts Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer to dissect the complexities of fireground decision making. From battling large-scale urban fires to pioneering crew resource management, they draw from decad…

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Point of Origin: NFPA, Code Development & How to Make Your Voice Heard 43:20

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Point of Origin: NFPA, Code Development & How to Make Your Voice Heard In this episode of the Point of Origin podcast, hosts Billy Hux and Bobby Drake sit down with Rob Dawson, regional director at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), to demystify how fire service standards are created, updated, and consolidated. Dawson shares his journ…

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Humpday Hangout: Setting the Standard 58:30

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n this Humpday Hangout, guests Frank Ricci and Dave McGlynn join members of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI) to talk about setting standards in fire training and how that can influence the direction of an organization.By Fire Engineering Podcast

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Power of Good Records - Documentation for Engineering and Expert Witness 19:54

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Today, we’re talking about something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves — documentation. Whether you're building a high-rise tower or assessing a fire risk, the way we record, store, and access information can have long-term consequences. It’s not just about compliance — it’s about good business, future-proofing and legal protection.…

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BuildingsonFire: The Commercial Fireground Facts Update, Part 1 1:03:34

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BuildingsonFire: The Commercial Fireground Facts Update, Part 1 Join host Christopher Naum for the latest episode of BuildingsonFire as he kicks off a new series, The Commercial Fireground Facts Update. Drawing from decades of after-action reports and key line-of-duty incidents—from the 1989 Sunrise Gift Store fire to the 2007 Charleston Sofa Super…

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Fireground Leadership: Making a Difference at Every Career Stage 1:06:47

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The Training Officer: Inside FDIC 2026: Exclusive Insights on Firefighter Training, Hands-On Workshops, and Leadership Development 1:07:13

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Fire and Training - Building Tomorrow’s Fire Service: Embracing and Engaging the Next Generation 37:38

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The Larry Conley Show: Transforming Leadership with Real Talk and Emotional Intelligence 1:46:57

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Building the Analyst Community and Shaping the Future 1:00:41

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Breaking Barriers: Leadership and Women’s Voices 58:24

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Tactical Impact: Understanding Tenable Space and Focused Aggression 46:36

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Hooks & Hoses: Rob Grady’s Journey Through Firefighting in Gary, Indiana 1:15:51

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The Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Insights with Chief John Salka 58:30

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The Training Officer: The Nontraditional Truck Company 51:04

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Generation Engine: Lessons on Engine and Truck Officer Roles from Veteran Firefighters 1:03:52

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Tailboard Talk: Harvest Hazards, Station Upgrades, and Long-Term Planning in Rural Communities 47:30

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The Command Post: Hiring Challenges and Best Practices with Rick Lasky and John Salka 52:20

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Two Vollies and a Guest: Tactical Fireground Insights for Your Next Alarm 12:29

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Command Show: Inside Leadership and Lifesaving Strategies with Waco Fire Chief Robby Bergerson 36:10

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Mayday Monday: Lessons from the 2019 Atascosa Fire 1:20:57

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Fireground Strategies: Lessons from Baseball to the Blaze 1:05:01

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Perspectives on Leadership: Transforming Fire Service Culture, Leadership, Mental Health, and Inclusion 58:30

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Fire and Training: Company Officers' Evolving Challenges in Fire Service Leadership 40:51

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The Larry Conley Show: Cultivating Leadership and Passion in Fire Service Training 1:35:21

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Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: The Critical Role of Data, Building Intelligence, and Fire Prevention 1:05:30

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The Backstep Boys: Mastering Command Decisions and Crew Resource Management 1:12:04

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Point of Origin: NFPA, Code Development & How to Make Your Voice Heard 43:20

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Humpday Hangout: Setting the Standard 58:30

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Power of Good Records - Documentation for Engineering and Expert Witness 19:54

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BuildingsonFire: The Commercial Fireground Facts Update, Part 1 1:03:34