Flashpoint: The Fire Inside Podcast

Join us this episode with Jason Patton, founder of the Fire Department Chronicles and partner in Fire Department Coffee.

Join us for this episode with Rob Fisher and Ryan Scellick, Founders of Young Officers on Fire, dedicated to future […]

In this episode, Frank Viscuso speaks with Brian Lau. Brian is the creator of Inferno City Firehouse, a graphic novel […]

In this episode, Frank Viscuso sits down with Jason Sautel, author of The Rescuer. Listen to Jason tell his story […]

Dr. Denis Onieal, retired Chief of Department for Jersey City Fire Department and former senior career federal fire official, was responsible for the day-to-day operation of the United States Fire Administration, the National Fire Academy, the National Fire Incident Reporting System, and the National Emergency Training Center. Dr. Onieal speaks with Frank Viscuso about his […]

Renowned speaker, author and training development expert Jim Knight joins Frank Viscuso to talk about his time leading Global Training for Hard Rock International, and his tactics on how to amp up organizational culture, deliver world-class service, and build rock star teams and leaders. https://www.KnightSpeaker.com

In this episode, Curt Isakson talks with Frank Viscuso about having a passion for the job and enjoying the journey. Curt also speaks passionately about what “It’s Worth the Risk”, means and how he came to start his business, County Fire Tactics. Curt Isakson is a Battalion Chief for Escambia County Fire Rescue. He has […]

In this episode Rudy Ruettiger shares his story on the power of the dream. As portrayed in the blockbuster film, Rudy, rising from a difficult childhood to obtaining his dream of playing football for the Fighting Irish, on November 8, 1975 Rudy got his chance to take the field and on the game’s final play […]

In this episode, Coach Langan speaks with Frank Viscuso about building and sustaining championship-caliber teams. Chris Langan has been Felician University’s head baseball coach since the 2004 season. During that time he has turned their program around, leading the Golden Falcons to 12 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference Tournament Berths and two Championships, along with four […]

Whether you are a probationary firefighter or have years on the job, whether for a promotional exam or just to stay at your peak performance, in this episode Frank Viscuso speaks with his friend and mentor, Deputy Chief Mike Terpak on the importance of maintaining your desire to never stop learning.

In this episode, Frank Viscuso speaks with John Hughes, Brand Ambassador for Jersey Mike’s, the nation’s fastest-growing sandwich chain, and how the company has built their brand with employees and company values first. What are your core values? What are the traits and behaviors to support core values?

Captain John Wright and Firefighter Gus Trujillo nearly died in a house fire on a windy night in June while searching the second floor of a burning home. Crews had reports that someone could still be inside. During their primary search, flames suddenly began shooting from a wall. Conditions changed quickly and they couldn’t find […]

Episode 20 is up with Joe Dubuque, two-time NCAA Division 1 National Champion wrestler and current assistant coach of Princeton University wrestling. Frank and Joe discuss how to set and maintain the highest standards inside of an organization.

Dena Ali is a captain with the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department and, prior to becoming a firefighter, she served five years as a police officer in North Carolina. She has personally experienced the benefits of peer support and recognizes how critical it is to simply be heard and understood.  Dena is also a graduate student […]

Chief Rick Lasky is a 40-year veteran of the fire service and best selling author of the books “Pride and Ownership – A Firefighter’s Love of the Job” and “Five Alarm Leadership: From the Firehouse to the Fireground”.

JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy Seal who spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. While with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, JP worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, and was a factor in many of the combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about […]

Mark Leiter had an impressive 11 year career in Major League Baseball as a pitcher for teams such as the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies among others. In this episode Frank Viscuso speaks with Mark on what it took to become a professional athlete and how he is using those skills today to […]

Ryan Pennington is a Lieutenant/Paramedic for the Charleston Fire Department in Charleston West Virginia. He is currently assigned to the Training Division and is part of the West Virginia Task Force 1 USAR team. He has over 20 years of combined Fire, Rescue and EMS experience. Ryan started with a local volunteer department and continued […]

On episode 13 of The Fire Inside Podcast. Frank Viscuso speaks with Vince Poscente. Vince, an Olympic athlete tells of his amazing journey from recreation skier to Olympian in four short years. Vince is now a New York Times bestselling author of seven books. Visit www.vinceposcente.com/ for more information or to contact Vince.

Head Wrestling Coach at Princeton University, Coach Ayres, speaks about forging a successful culture while on his way to one of the greatest turnarounds in sports history.

In this episode Frank Viscuso talks to Anthony Kastros, Battalion Chief (Ret.) Sacramento Metro FD, CA. Anthony is the founder of TrainFireFighters.com and author of Mastering the Fire Service Assessment Center. In 2019 Anthony Kastros was awarded the George D Post Fire Instructor of the Year award. This episode covers some great topics for all […]

Corey “Overtime” Anderson joins us on the show to discuss the importance of hard word, dedication, and never giving up. Corey was the winner of The Ultimate Fighter: Team Edgar cs. Team Penn and is currently ranked #7 in the UFC light heavyweight standings.

Dan Shaw and Doug Mitchell from 25 to Survive: Reducing Residential Injury and LODD join us on the show to discuss Combat Readiness.  Make sure to check them out on Facebook at facebook.com/25toSurvive and if you are interested in checking out their book, head over to http://fireinsidepodcast.com/shop to grab it on our Amazon affiliate link.

We speak with author Bob Burg about the concepts of customer service, putting your clients first, and providing the best experience for people around you. Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences sharing the platform with everyone from today’s business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. President. […]

It is a great pleasure to release Episode 5 of Flashpoint: The Fire Inside Podcast with Nick Santonastasso​. When we sat down in the very beginning of creating this podcast it was Nick’s story that really resonated with us. Nick has overcome more than most will ever have to deal with, to become one of […]

In episode 4 we speak to John Spera of Fit To Fight Fire. John discusses physical fitness, tips to improve your health, and most importantly, discovering what your fitness represents to you.

In episode 3 we speak to former UFC champion Frankie Edgar on overcoming adversity, celebrating success, and how heart and determination can overcome all.

Episode 2: Relentless Pursuit A conversation with Rutgers University Wrestling Coach Scott Goodale Rutgers University head wrestling coach Scott Goodale knows how to build programs. As a young high school athlete, Coach Goodale knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life. His dream was to go to college, earn a degree, and return […]

Col Tom Feltey of the United States Army speaks about the importance of establishing a proper command climate.