FirstDue2Success

Tony comes to us to talk about true firemanship and fitness and how important it all is to the job as a whole!

In this episode we talk about loving the job and changing the environment, morale and culture within along with obtaining a life long reputation!

In this episode we talk about PASS devices both on and off the fireground. We need to start listening to our personal PASS device. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Firefighter/Paramedic Jacob Ricketts joins us to talk about being the new guy and culture! Jacob is also a vehicle extrication instructor so you know we have to throw some cutting discussion in there! Jacob will join us for a few more episodes to come! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

On this episode Kara McCann joins us and we talk about owning up! There is a lot to discuss on this topic and we discuss a good bit of it! Look out for her return to First Due 2 Success Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

In this episode we talk about how our own capabilities are our own responsibility! From leadership to fitness we are only provided the tools for success but it is on us to use them! To sign up for the Operation Yellow Tape Event on September 14th please visit www.KennyMitchellJr.com Hope to see you there! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

We are discussing leadership qualities and the three types of leadership! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Lets talk about our day to day initiative! Be sure to follow us on Instagram @FirstDue2Success and @FirstDue2Fitnessllc --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

First Due 2 Success is back! Here is a little update while we were away! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

We talk about a lot of topics on this one! from training to art! Be sure to check out southside_misfits on Instagram! Slide in his DM's and order your ghost truckie sticker! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Unfortunately there were quite a few technical difficulties and some audio may be distorted. I ensure you this is still a great segment!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Lt. Kenny Mitchell comes to us live on Instagram and we talk about burnout in first responders and challenges we both faced so far! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

A look back at 2021! Thank you all for your support! New Year, No limits! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

A quick discussion about full time leadership and motivation. Are you a full time or part time leader? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Is the job dying or is the fire service dying? Lets talk about it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

In this episode we talk about being wrong and accepting that we're wrong, let's change the atmosphere! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Let's talk tradition, the tradition of leadership!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

In this episode we talk about taking time to learn about ourselves and our stress! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

A quick discussion of how we are the underdog in almost every aspect of our lives. This is only a sample of much more discussion to come! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Deputy Brad Hughes from The Powhatan County Sheriff's Office comes to us and talks about his life changing incident after being struck by a vehicle while working a accident scene. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

In Episode 13 Chris Snow from The Rouge Tailboard comes on and discusses Pride and Passion! This is a one of man parts that will be discusses on this topic! We have a great general conversation on pride and passion and what it means to us and the fire service!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Just wanted to send out a big thank you! More podcasts coming soon with some big topics! https://first-due-2-success.launchcart.store --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

On this episode we have Chief Dan Kerrigan and Captain Jim Moss from Firefighter Functional Fitness! We have a great discussion on not just being fit for the job but being functionally fit! I highly recommend their book which can be purchased at www.firefighterfunctionalfitness.com/ Get ready to change your life today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

In this episode we discuss preparing for the interview and the academy! Lt. Mitchell brings us his expertise to help you prepare for and succeed throughout the initial steps of getting the job! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Lt. Mitchell is back! This time we talk signs and symptoms of mental health issues within the fire service along with some personal issues we have faced! As always this is a MUST HEAR conversation. Lt. Mitchell is without doubt leading the way in the world of mental health in first responders! You can find Lt. Mitchell on Instagram @86seawater39 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

We talk promotion! We reflect back on Episode 7! Along with that we talk about a write up in FireRescue 1 by Chief Justin Adams of Chesterfield County (VA) Fire and EMS, titled Transitioning from the jump seat to the officer's seat! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

A very brief discussion about what can break down the structure within our ranks! This short discussion will lead to a podcast that discusses leadership within our ranks and the failures we will encounter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

A big shoutout to my guest speakers, brands and others! I can not thank you all enough! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Public Information Officer Kevin Sur brings us a great discussion about the roles of the Public Information Officer and public relations from the local level to the federal level! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Let's talk tactics! Although a very broad topic, Captain Grossi hits us with some of his knowledge! From high rises to single stories we talk strategies and tactics! Be sure to listen in as there is much to learn! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Listen along as LT. Kenny Mitchell opens us up to one of the most feared and uneasy conversations we can have in the fire service. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

Ryan Johnston gives his insight on Shorthanded Operations and Command along with discussion over the leadership overview! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

General discussion about leadership and self leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support

The first of many podcasts to come! Welcome everyone to The First Due 2 Success podcast! I just wanted to share what this podcast will be about and what you can expect from it along with a little about myself. I look forward to publishing more in the near future with some very special guests throughout this profession! Stay Safe! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fd2s/support