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#113 Doug’s Nip Slip, Louisiana Vibes, and Hydration Truth Bombs

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Welcome to Episode 113 (even if Doug thinks it's 109)!

This week the crew dives into:

Doug’s Backwoods Adventures

  • Tractor life with straw hats and “Farmer Fran” overalls

  • Why people think he’s from Louisiana

  • The infamous “nip slip” picture that may or may not exist

TikTok Trends & Firehouse Fun

  • Brainstorming a TikTok challenge with photos and song matches

  • Planning one-shot video stitches for the podcast page

  • Lip-syncing failures and robot dance competitions

Extreme Heat, Firefighting & Rehab Units

  • Talking real heat waves across the country

  • Richmond’s 3-alarm fire in brutal conditions

  • How departments deploy Mobile Service Units (MSU) and rehab squads

  • Real-world practices like misting fans, cooling buses, and mandatory rest

Hydration Deep Dive with Megan Lautz of Rescue.RD

  • Unkie’s epic PowerPoint presentation

  • Practical firefighter hydration tips:

    • 90–125 oz daily fluid goal

    • Caffeine myths (it’s okay in moderation)

    • Cold drinks help lower core temperature

  • Food hacks: hydrating fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, oranges

  • Black pepper on cantaloupe? The debate rages

Coffee Talk (Black vs Flavored Creamer Wars)

  • Team black coffee vs team hazelnut

  • Legendary quotes: “Flavored coffee creamer ruined the fire service”

  • Doug: “Just like my soul”

Personal Stories & Callouts

  • Remembering LODD in North Carolina and Alicia Monahan’s anniversary

  • Candid admissions of heat exhaustion on scene

  • Sharing rehab protocols from different departments

Special Shoutouts

  • Megan Lautz at Rescue.RD for all the hydration wisdom

  • Unkie Seasoning — get that Chipotle rub

  • The Burn Box crew for awesome monthly surprises

Calls to Action!

  • Drop a comment: Are you black coffee or cream & sugar?

  • Share your department’s rehab protocols for hot days

  • Post yourself doing the robot and tag us for a special prize!

  • And of course — FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and COMMENT wherever you listen or watch.

This episode is packed with laughs, real fireground strategies, hydration hacks, and enough Southern storytelling to make you sweat.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube!

  continue reading

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Content provided by Matt, Brian, Adam, and Doug. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Matt, Brian, Adam, and Doug or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Welcome to Episode 113 (even if Doug thinks it's 109)!

This week the crew dives into:

Doug’s Backwoods Adventures

  • Tractor life with straw hats and “Farmer Fran” overalls

  • Why people think he’s from Louisiana

  • The infamous “nip slip” picture that may or may not exist

TikTok Trends & Firehouse Fun

  • Brainstorming a TikTok challenge with photos and song matches

  • Planning one-shot video stitches for the podcast page

  • Lip-syncing failures and robot dance competitions

Extreme Heat, Firefighting & Rehab Units

  • Talking real heat waves across the country

  • Richmond’s 3-alarm fire in brutal conditions

  • How departments deploy Mobile Service Units (MSU) and rehab squads

  • Real-world practices like misting fans, cooling buses, and mandatory rest

Hydration Deep Dive with Megan Lautz of Rescue.RD

  • Unkie’s epic PowerPoint presentation

  • Practical firefighter hydration tips:

    • 90–125 oz daily fluid goal

    • Caffeine myths (it’s okay in moderation)

    • Cold drinks help lower core temperature

  • Food hacks: hydrating fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, oranges

  • Black pepper on cantaloupe? The debate rages

Coffee Talk (Black vs Flavored Creamer Wars)

  • Team black coffee vs team hazelnut

  • Legendary quotes: “Flavored coffee creamer ruined the fire service”

  • Doug: “Just like my soul”

Personal Stories & Callouts

  • Remembering LODD in North Carolina and Alicia Monahan’s anniversary

  • Candid admissions of heat exhaustion on scene

  • Sharing rehab protocols from different departments

Special Shoutouts

  • Megan Lautz at Rescue.RD for all the hydration wisdom

  • Unkie Seasoning — get that Chipotle rub

  • The Burn Box crew for awesome monthly surprises

Calls to Action!

  • Drop a comment: Are you black coffee or cream & sugar?

  • Share your department’s rehab protocols for hot days

  • Post yourself doing the robot and tag us for a special prize!

  • And of course — FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and COMMENT wherever you listen or watch.

This episode is packed with laughs, real fireground strategies, hydration hacks, and enough Southern storytelling to make you sweat.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube!

  continue reading

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