Join us as we have real conversations with real people. Meeting people who are making an impact in people's lives, hosted by two Florida Firefighters on two different ends of the state.
Eduard Korsinsky with LEVI&KORSINSKY joined the show to talk about the ins and outs of pension plans, financials and the funniest part, life. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at www.dougandmike.com/ Thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller
Join us as we talk with Frank Lima for IAFF GST General Secretary/Treasurer about his journey through life, LA City Firefighting, unionism and more! You'll enjoy this one, we just know it! Special thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller, follow him on instagram Chief Miller Check us out on the web at www.dougandmike.com #IAFF #Californiafirefighter #calfire #iaff10thdistrict #aflcio #fpf #dougandmikeshow #union
Welcome to another 360 Size Up with Edzo for IAFF Kelly where we take a 360 look on all sides of issues affecting the fire service. Find out about the next question for Edzo for IAFF coming in from Deltona, FL and Florida Professional Firefighters DVP Emeritus Kurt Vroman. Question: “With the high cost of attending an IAFF Convention and the burden this places on smaller Locals, what's President Kelly's plan to address this issue?” Submit your questions for Edzo to answer now! Special thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller
Welcome to the 360 Size Up with Edzo Kelly where we take a 360 look on all sides of issues affecting the fire rescue service. Submit your questions for Edzo to answer now! Check out the first question for Edzo for IAFF GP coming in from Escambia County Professional Firefighters, FL L-4131 President Nick Gradia. Special thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller, follow him on instagram @Chief_Miller Check us out on the web at www.dougandmike.com
Ed "Edzo" Kelly uncensored #takebackourunion interview where we talk about current issues facing the IAFF and fire and EMS service and his role to maintain his oath of office to the membership. Edzo talks about his vision for the future IAFF as General President. Special thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller, follow him on instagram @Chief_Miller Check us out on the web at www.dougandmike.com Special thanks to our sponsor Chief Miller, follow him on instagram @Chief_Miller
Lifetime firefighter and labor leader Merv Kennell joined the show to share some laughs and stories. Merv Kennell talks about training for his eventual career in the fire and ems service while still in high school. We cover the early days of public safety and labor in southwest Florida and put Merv to the test with the lightning round. You don't want to miss this episode, listen now!
The Jacksonville Association of Fire Fighters President Randy Wyse joined the podcast to talk about being a 3rd generation fireman, the leader of one of the largest locals in the IAFF as well a successful yet hilarious journey through our lightning round. Listen now! Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller #firefighter #IAFF #pontiac #jacksonville #unionstrong #Florida #Leadership #Floridapolitics #FPF #basketball #Tallahassee #EMS #Paramedic
Ed “Edzo” Kelly, Boston Fireman and General Secretary/Treasurer of the IAFF joined us to talk about the early days of riding his bike to Boston Broadway Firehouse visiting his Dad to his service in the United States Air Force and eventually back to that same Broadway firehouse as a member of the Boston Fire Department. Edzo details his baptism into the labor movement that eventually lead him to the GST position of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). Get inspired by the passion and love that Edzo has for this service, listen now! Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller #firefighter #IAFF #Boston #skydive #unionstrong #USAIRFORCE #Leadership #laborleader #Fireman #Massachusetts #veteran #military #panamacity #850
Walt Dix, IAFF District Vice President, joined the show to talk about his 40+ year journey through the fire and ems service and the early days of the labor movement in the southeast. From his days as the only firefighter on the truck in Broward County to standing with thousands of our members improving the health and safety of the fire and ems service, you're sure to enjoy this episode! Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Find Walt Dix on Twitter at @WalterIAFF Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller #firefighter #IAFF #broward #coffeecake #unionstrong #Florida #Leadership #Floridapolitics #FPF #Tallahassee #EMS #Paramedic #WaltDix #DougandMikeShow
Florida Professional Firefighters President Wayne “Bernie” Bernoska joined the podcast to talk about his nearly 30 year career in the fire service and new role as leader of one of the largest state associations in the country. We talk everything from War to Walt Disney; Pickup trucks to Politics, you're sure to enjoy this episode! Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller
This episode we sat down with Miami-Dade Fire Lieutenant and candidate for US Congress Omar Blanco. He shared with us what life has been like in the firehouse and on the campaign trail and talks about his vision for public service as he sets out to become the first firefighter elected to congress. Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller
The Louisiana State Firefighters President Chad Major joined us to talk about his 30+ year career in the fire service and his journey to secure PTSD mental health benefits for all of the first responders in his state. You'll laugh and cry as you listen to this uncensored story of a generational firefighter. Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel and Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Special thanks to our sponsor @Chief_Miller_
Firefighter Nadine Young with Ajax, Ontario FD recently went beyond the call of duty to help the son of a fellow firefighter who was fighting a rare form of liver cancer. When it was determined that no one in the Singer family was a match for donation to Jarrett, Young emerged as a match and stepped forward. Listen to this incredible story of sacrifice and giving. Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & Twitter!
Cape Coral's Fire Chief Ryan Lamb talks about leading one of the state's bigger departments. With over 200 sworn members and unique challenges like protecting a community placed squarely in one of the most vast waterway systems in the world, Lamb leads a department on the rise. The 2019 Fire Chief of the Year talks all things fire department and family. Listen now! Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com and special thanks to our sponsor, Chief Miller (@Chief_Miller_ on Insta)
Off-duty Broward County Fire Rescue Captain Todd Neal had just finished a workout when he stopped by a friend's house to check on her. After a loud explosion and pictures falling from the walls, Todd went into rescue mode and what he found next would change his life. Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com and special thanks to our sponsor, Chief Miller (@Chief_Miller_ on Insta)
Heather Mazurkiewicz with North Collier Fire Rescue District and Jazz Zombo with Seminole County Fire Rescue have not only been around the fire service for many years, they've been at the tip of the spear leading an effort to improve the safety and health of firefighters across the country and more recently lobby the Florida Legislature for cancer protections. Hear about their amazing journey and their story of struggle, survival and eventual success. Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com and special thanks to our sponsor, Chief Miller (@Chief_Miller_ on Insta) To learn more about the Cancer Support Network https://firefightercancersupport.org/
Christian and Samuel Adams are twin brothers on the Colorado Springs Fire Department and leaders in the EMS field as Paramedics. They decided they'd write a book, "Life and Death Matters- Professionalism and Decision-Making for the First Responder" to help others become leaders in the Fire/EMS service. You'll enjoy our discussion with Christian about what sparked his interest to become a Fire/Medic and what the purpose of the book has become. Learn more about Christian and Samuel at their website https://field-medics.com/ Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com
Jim Russell may have been born and raised in Seminole County, Florida but he's spent his adult life serving those in Seminole Country; Tallahassee, Florida. His career in Law Enforcement spanned three decades yet his journey is just re-beginning as an artist after his retirement from Florida State University Police Department. Jim is an advocate for mental health and uses his talent to not only heal himself but also others. You'll fall in love with Russell's story in this episode of the Doug & Mike Show. Follow the Doug & Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com Follow Jim Russell at www.JimRussellart.com
This was a "lost tapes" episode that we did back in May of 2018 in Toronto, Canada with J-Ryze. So, his name gets your attention, it's symbolic and suddenly makes you look up. Keep Ryzing. We signed up for a Social Media Class with Evan Carmichael and then realized we had limited to no social media experience. So we then set out to try and see if we could talk to someone to settle our nerves. Doug reached out to JRyze because he knew he was part of the team that would be teaching us, and he'd come clean and let us know we had limited Facebook and Instagram experience. J-Ryze laughed and said that was great and liked our spirit to just jump, right, in. Then J-Ryze hit the accelerator and started talking about taking action and let's start now. Yikes- Holy Fear Factor. Welcome to the World of J-Ryze not for the faint of Heart. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Doug & Mike Show. Follow the Doug and Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com Follow J-Ryze at www.jryze.me
We sat down with Battalion Chief Jarvis Bedford of the Tallahassee Fire Department and Task Force Leader for Urban Search and Rescue FL7 to talk about his journey and recent response to the Florida Gulf Coast following Hurricane Michael. On October 10, 2018 Hurricane Michael devastated the Northwest Florida region. Bedford talks about how first responders plan, prepare and carryout rescue missions to impacted areas. Follow the Doug and Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com
Nikki Fried takes us on a journey through her life and the great State of Florida where she has worked as a public defender, lobbyist and advocate for many worthy causes. At the time of our interview, Nikki is running for the Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Join the conversation as Nikki takes us through her motivations and life experiences and most importantly why she's running for elected office. Find out more about Nikki Fried at https://nikkifried.com/about-nikki/ Follow the Doug and Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com
Florida Firefighter/Captain and Member of the House of Representatives Matt Willhite joined us to talk about why he sponsored a Bill that eventually became Law, protecting first responders from a silent killer, PTSD. Willhite talks about what he sees as a firefighter, father, husband and lawmaker that drove him to champion this new law. Beginning October 1, 2018 Florida First Responders will now be able to receive treatment for one of the fastest growing occupational hazards in the field, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). A Firefighter is more likely to die at his/her own hands than on the scene of a fire. This new Law sets out to change that, join us for a great conversation about how our Florida heros are now being rescued. Learn more about Rep. Matt Willhite at https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?MemberId=4649&LegislativeTermId=87 Follow the Doug and Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com
Be inspired by a story of survival, recovery, strength and success. Ixchelle is an influencer, mentor, mom, fitness and life coach and so much more to the thousands of people who subscribe to her mindset. Ixchellle joined us while in Seattle at a firefighter convention and when babysitting plans fell through, she just brought her little one along. Follow Ixchelle on her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLjoliuyfbixOOdNwHRsag Instagram: @Ixchelle_ We also talked about Lauren's Kids a foundation that sets out to prevent child abuse and heal survivors. Lauren Book's YouTube channel can be found at https://www.youtube.com/user/LaurensKids Follow the Doug and Mike Show on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and online at www.DougandMikeShow.com
This episode of the Doug and Mike Show features Jeremy Ring, a former Senator and Firefighter Endorsed Candidate for Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Jeremy talks about the duties of the CFO and how Floridians are impacted. Jeremy also shares his story about his tenure in the Florida Senate where he stood up for Firefighter's retirement and death benefits. He also discussed his life before politics as one of the founding members of Yahoo. Subscribe to the Podcast and YouTube Channel at www.dougandmikeshow.com or http://dougandmikeshow.libsyn.com/rss Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @DougandMikeShow Learn more about Jeremy Ring and his journey to become Florida's next CFO at https://jeremyring.com/ Released August 2018
Denise Grimsley grew up in Wauchula, FL and her story spans from the farm fields in her home town to the Florida House and Senate and many places in between. Listen to her powerful story and passion for public service. Denise talks about her bid for the Commissioner of Agriculture in the State of Florida. . . Learn more about Denise Grimsley at http://denisegrimsley.com . . Follow the Doug and Mike Show on FaceBook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. www.DougandMikeShow.com
Meet Firefighter David Perez. Follow his journey from the schoolyards in Hialeah to the college football fields in Ohio. David has worked with youth programs, governmental affairs, emergency management and served as PTA President among other things. David currently serves as a firefighter for the City of Coral Gables and union leader for the Florida Professional Firefighters Association. David joined the Doug and Mike Show to also talk about his recent bid for Florida Senate District 36 and why serving in the Florida Legislature is important to both his district in Miami-Dade and the fire service. Learn more about David Perez: www.DavidPerezforSenate.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PerezforFlorida/ Instagram DavidPerezFl Follow the Doug and Mike Show on FaceBook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. www.DougandMikeShow.com
Tom "Bull" Hill is a Retired Firefighter who's journey has included being a Body Guard, Cowboy, and Personal Trainer to name a few. Bull talks with us about his journey by foot from Key West to Tallahassee and through life. From being struck by lightning and nearly killed by the stresses of being a fireman to carrying the names of his fallen Brothers and marching across Florida to make a change for Florida Firefighters, Bull's story of survival will inspire you. More information about Bull: Facebook: Bulls Fitpit Instagram: @Thebullhill89 Foundation: The Firehood Foundation (More info coming soon)
Jeff Morse is a Fire Captain for North Collier Fire and the founder of the Brotherhood Ride. A band of first responders that ride for Fire, Law Enforcement and EMS personnel that made the unltimate sacrifice. Jeff talks with us in Naples, Florida about what inspired his first ride and why riding bicycles across the country means so much to the families and his team. Find Jeff and the Brotherhood Ride online: www.brotherhoodride.com Facebook.com/BrotherhoodRide Insta: brotherhoodride YouTube: Brotherhoodride Twitter: @BrotherhoodRide PH: 239-633-7098 Email: donate@brotherhoodride.com Follow the Doug and Mike Show Insta: Dougandmikeshow YouTube: The Doug and Mike Show www.dougandmikeshow.com
Who do you sit down with when you want inspiration? Who do you confide in when starting your podcast? Well Evan Carmichael of course. The best selling author, entrepreneur and YouTube sensation Evan Carmichael allowed us into his Salsa Studio in Toronto to talk about his life and what makes a great interview. Be sure and get your note pad out for this great interview.
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