Jumpseat Radio is a podcast brining you the "street level" perspective on the fire service. One thing that every firefighter has in common is that we all start, day 1, in the jumpseat. If you are a chief officer, welcome back. If you are the day 1 probationary, welcome aboard. It's time for Jumpse…
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In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back Robert “pip” Piparo to talk about focusing on your training during the trying times of COVID. Primary Sponsor Jumpseat Radio is a proud member of the Chief Miller Media Family Instagram @Chief_Miller Instagram @ChiefMillerMedia Twitter @Chief_Miller_ Website https://www.chiefmillerapparel.com/ […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back Sean Eagan from the Thin Red Line Podcast. Sean and Ryan sit down to talk about the difference between the truck and engine preparation. The fellas both have switched rolls recently and have great insight into the jobs of both. […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington catches up with the JumpseatNation and updates where Jumpseat Radio has been over the last few months. Also covered in this episode is how firefighters need to think globally and act locally while COVID-19 is affecting us all. This troubling time is the perfect opportunity to […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio podcast, we go live with a large group of Firefighters talking about Engine Company ops. Listen in as a great group of nozzle firefighters share some great information. Watch this episode on Youtube Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us Jumpseat Radio is a proud member of the Chief Miller […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back a long time contributor to the show Robert “Pip” Piparo. Ryan and Pip sit down to talk about controlling yourself on the fire scene. Keeping yourself disciplined while working to accomplish your assigned task can become difficult in an ever-evolving fireground. Topics Covered […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with Jason Patton from Fire Department Chronicles to talk about staying positive during the Covid-19 pandemic. Jason creates amazing videos showing the life and times of front line fire and EMS. During the interview with Jason, the show gets Zoom bombed by Jeremy from […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down for a roundtable discussion about how firefighters are continuing to train and stay positive during covid-19. Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us Jumpseat Radio is a proud member of the Chief Miller Media Family Instagram @Chief_Miller1 Instagram @ChiefMillerMedia Twitter @Chief_Miller_ Website https://www.chiefmillerapparel.com/ […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes in the Thin Red Line Radio guys during the Firehouse World conference. The guys sit down live in Las Vegas Nevada. Topics covered Fireground mistakes Stretching short Recon on the fireground Training for mistakes Jumpseat Responsibility Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us Jumpseat Radio is a proud […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Chief Jason Hoevelmann from Engine House Training. Jason is a chief officer who brings an “operational” perspective to all decisions. He is known for his New Fire Officer education for anyone recently promoted to lead a crew. Jason is also a prostate cancer survivor […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Mitch Huner the founder of the Fire Maul. Mitch is assigned to a truck company in Illinois and discovered many firefighters using a normal splitting maul on the fireground. He went on a mission to make a maul that is designed for the fire service. […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes the President of the IAFC Gary Ludwig. Chief Ludwig shares the new IAFC program to make sure that if you start feeling “ill” on the fireground you make sure to get checked out by a qualified doctor. Listen in as the chief shares his story […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Nick Papa, Anthony Avillo, and Mark Canon to talk about ventilation. The guys share discuss different things associated with ventilation of heat and smoke during a structure fire. Topics Covered When to vent When not to vent Coordination of the ventilation Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with Nick Papa, Anthony Avillo, and Frank Viscuso to talk about leadership. The topics covered this week include: Setting expectations Discipline and why they should write a report Turnout times Non-Negotiable’s Franks Keynote Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us Jumpseat Radio is a proud member of […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with RJ from Capitol Fire Training while at Missouri Winter Fire School. RJ, Has a passion for Forcible Entry and shares his knowledge on history, application, and why it is important to always check the C Side of ALL buildings. Email change Ryan@RyanPennington.us […]
In this week’s Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with Nick Dinges from Dinges fire company to talk trucks, tools, and Traditions. Ryan and Nick share the story of Vanguard Safety Wear. Following Nick and Ryan is RJ from Capital Fire. Robert James (RJ) is a 10 year veteran of the fire service. […]
Jumpseat Radio 112 Where does success on the Fireground Start Introduction Where does success on the fireground start? It starts with company level preparation Step one Firefighter Prep Know your job. (bar, hook, roof, or all of them) Know your tools Know you PPE Step two Driver Operator Prep Know your […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host Ryan Pennington compares an under-performing firefighter to the current situation of the American President. How do you see an impeachment coming? Failing on the fireground Not pulling your weight Continually not adjusting for course correction What if your crew impeached you? Violations Policies How would you take […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington shares some quick tips for planning a improvement or achieving goal. Finding a goal and backwards planning to hit that goal is essential to break down the points of improvement to achieve the goal. Tips: Make a plan Find points to hit along the way […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington shares some personal experience with Mental Health Support and how it can make a world of difference in your Fire Service Career. Topics Covered Why do we struggle.. . Kids Spouse Trauma Business […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcomes back Captain Sean Eagen from the Thin Red Line Radio Podcast to talk about speed on the fireground. Topics Covered Basic PPE Function Drilling for Speed Drilling for constancy Leading from the back Jumpseat Radio is a proud member of the Chief Miller Media […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington travels to the local WOWK-TV station to sit down with Meteorologist Spencer Adkins. Spencer Adkins is the longest-serving on-air personality on WOWK TV. Topics Covered in the podcast: Predicting the weather Relationship between the weather service and the fire service Grants for Fire Service Squad 51 […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Dr Joe Apuzzio from Union New Jersey and is the father of Fallen Firefighter Kevin Apuzzio. Kevin was a firefighter with the East Franklin Fire Department who selflessly and heroically died during a rescue attempt of 75-year-old Betty Scott. Firefighter Apuzzio died when he […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes the crew from National Fire Radio. Ryan visits the crew at their world Headquarters during a visit to New Jersey. In this episode, thew fellas talk about Training Companies Positivity in the firehouse Stepping up our leadership Beating cancer inside the firehouse How to […]
On this week’s podcast our co-host Robert Piparo comes back to the podcast to catch up and share how firefighters must be able to change their roles on the fireground as needs change. Pip had the chance to make a rescue and had to change roles on the fireground. Listen in as Ryan and Pip […]
Jumpseat Radio 104 Interview with the Keto Firefighter In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcome Kieran Carobine aka “The Keto Fireman”. Ryan and Kieran talk about changing lifestyles to manage weight and perform at a high level on the fireground. Topics Covered Changing eating habits at the Firehouse Cabs versus Fats […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back his good friend Frank Viscuso. Frank and Ryan sit down to talk about firefighters who are ready for promotion and how they should best prepare to take the lead. Things covered in this podcast Starting to prepare for promotion How to pay attention […]
In this episode host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Brooke Ames to share her story of leaving her corporate job and begin a journey to the Jumpseat. Brooke is a career firefighter-paramedic in Wisconsin who has turned her passion for the fire service into her profession. Brookes journey is nothing short of amazing. From loosing over 100 […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington shares the reasons you are failing as a firefighter and how to fix them. Todays Podcast Why you are Faining as a Firefighter Excuses Get in your way You are waiting on someone else to train you Your ego won’t let you […]
It’s finally here! Jumpseat Radio episode 100! In this weeks episode host, Ryan Pennington welcomes his mentor Dr. Rich Gasaway to talk all things Podcast! Rich and Ryan started this journey through podcasting together in 2014! Jumpseat Radio is a proud Member of the Chief Miller Media Family […]
Listen in as the Jumpseat Nation Sends their shout outs for the 100th Episode of Jumpseat Radio
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington talks trucks with Sean Eagan and John Hayowyk. Both Captains are assigned to truck companies and have years of experience. Topics covered in this podcast include Spotting the truck Giving the truck the address How to train new members on the truck Being a tiller […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington catches up with the #JumpseatNation after an extended break. Ryan shares lessons learned during studying for the promotion process. Top three lessons from Pit of Promotion 1. We need to continually read 2. […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes his good friend Kevin O’Donnell from Hydrovent US. Kevin and his dad have spent years inventing a nozzle that uses hydraulic ventilation with straight stream application at the SAME TIME. Ryan and Kevin talk about Ventilation Stream application Negative pressure Ventilation Where did the […]
Jumpseat Radio 096 99% Search with Thomas Anderson In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with Thomas Anderson from Insight Fire Training to talk about Tic use in the primary search. Thomas travels the country speaking on enhancing search by using the Thermal imaging camera. Topics covered include Directed search Tic […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Shan Raffel from the Queensland Australia. Shan is a passionate instructor teaching fire behaviour around the world. He has taught fire behaviour from Australia to Amsterdam. In this LIVE podcast from FDIC 2019 Ryan and Shan talk about: Fire Behaviour High-Pressure Fog Fire suppression […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host Ryan Pennington welcome Don Colarusso from All Hands Fire Training. Don is passionate about teaching bailout systems and processes. All Hands fire training has trained thousands of firefighters in the use of a bailout kit. Topics covered in this podcast: Using Gemtor Harness Choosing a Bailout Kid Training […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio Ryan welcomes a round table discussion LIVE from FDIC 2019. Listen in as the fella’s sit down and talk shop! Jumpseat Radio is a proud Member of the Chief Miller Media Family Instagram @Chief_Miller_ Instagram @ChiefMillerMedia Twitter @Chief_Miller_ Website https://www.chiefmillerapparel.com/ Audio Player […]
Description Jumpseat Radio 092 Finds host Ryan Pennington in Indianapolis for FDIC. Ryan welcomes a Round Table discussion with firefighters from around the country. Jumpseat Radio is a proud Member of the Chief Miller Media Family Instagram @Chief_Miller_ Instagram @ChiefMillerMedia Twitter @Chief_Miller_ Website https://www.chiefmillerapparel.com/
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington sits down with Mosses Jefferies and Bobby Drake. Both guests are recruit school instructors for their departments and enjoy the conversation of the recruit school process. If you are an aspiring recruit the episode is a DON’T MISS! Topics Covered Include: Prepping for Recruit School […]
In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Benjamin Martin to the podcast to share his take on Intoxicated Leadership. Benjamin has a GREAT perspective on controlling emotions, conflict resolution, and followership. Topics Covered: Controlling emotions Managing Conflict How the body reacts to Emotions Takeaways to help you inside the Firehouse Know thy […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host Ryan Pennington shares some tips for beginning your fire service career in “Proby School’ Preparation Mental prep Family prep Physical prep Support System Nutritional System Hydration System Showing up if you 10 minutes early, you’re late show up dressed and ready SHAVE BE prepared (paper pens etc0 […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcome Sean Eagan from the Buffalo NY Fire Department. Sean is a Truck Company Captain with deep roots in the engine company. Sean is teaching the Urban Company Engine company for the second year at FDIC. Ryan and Sean talk about: The urban […]
You are comfortable where you’re at. When was the last time you were pushed to your limits How do you honestly Judge your Fireground performance Does it take a mistake or a near miss to change it Does it take a health scare or […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes Fire Chief Brian Soller from the Rock Hill Fire Department. Chief Soller runs an Instagram page that is FULL of motivation, fitness, all based around the Volunteer Fire Departments. Chief shares his challenges and success on a daily basis with social media to encourage […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, sits down with Eric Wheaton from the website VentEnterSearch.com. Eric is an active contributor to the fire service on the subject of Truck Work, primarily without a hose line. In this weeks podcast Ryan and Eric talk about: Truck Work Motivation the older generation […]
In this week’s episode of Jumpseat Seat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcomes Jason Patton from the Fire Department Chronicles. Jason is a Firefighter-Paramedic in South Florida who creates content based on things that happen around the firehouse. He captures moments most firefighters experience while responding to emergencies and living in a firehouse. His videos have […]
4 Ways we can Stay Focused on the positive inside the Firehouse Don’t choose the 30,000 Foot view of the firehouse Let’s Face it all FDS have issues Can you solve a Department wide issue during your shift […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, visits the National Fire Radio Studios in New Jersey. Ryan and the crew has a great 2 hour podcast on their platform and switched it up to talk on Jumpseat Radio. Topics Covered in this podcast Tradition Senior Man Three types of Firefighters. […]
In this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio Ryan and Pip grab the microphones and talk about some listener feedbacks questions. One of the biggest blessing that comes from the Jumpseat Radio podcast is the feedback and questions from the listeners. This weeks question comes from a listener and sparks up a deep conversation about inside […]
In this weeks podcast host, Ryan Pennington, sits down with former CIA Operator and Former Army Ranger Jeff Banman from the OpMIndset.com. Jeff has spent his entire career teaching and researching the operator mindset. Ryan and Jeff talk about What is the OpMindset How the Stack effect works The 10 Foot Rule The 30 Degree […]
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