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Instructors from Strike the Box Training, LLC, an independent fire and emergency services training company, are joined every other week by special guests talking the finer points of various aspects of the issues facing the fire and emergency medical servi

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    • Jun 9, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 12m AVG DURATION
    • 58 EPISODES


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    Thirsty Thursday #59: Bassel Ibrahim

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 69:45


    Next week we are joined by Bassel Ibrahim. He has been incredibly busy since we last spoke with him. A few of the big hits are: Presenting at FDIC, Completing the GA Smoke Diver program, and running his own 24-hour HOT program. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: www.stbtraining.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #58: Chief Marc Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 86:27


    The guys are joined by Marc Hill, chief and author. Chief Hill authored Two Dark Thirty which talks about engaging learners in the fire service. We are very excited to hear what Chief Hill has to say and hopefully pick up some nuggets to be better instructors! Here is a link to go check out Chief Hill's Book: Two Dark Thirty⁠! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠: www.stbtraining.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #57: Eriks Gabliks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 73:39


    This week the guys are joined by Eriks Gabliks, the superintendent of the National Fire Academy. Join us as we hear about the great programs available through the National Fire Academy and why you should be looking into going for classes. Tune in and have your cup ready to drink up some education! Here is a link to go check out the National Fire Academy! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠: www.stbtraining.com ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

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    Thirsty Thursday #56: Chuck Sheley

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 83:55


    The guys are joined by Chuck Sheley. Chuck is the editor of Smokejumper Magazine and a previous Smokejumper. Join us as we hear about what it takes to become a smokejumper and what it's like to be a smokejumper. We are really out of our norm here so we are excited to hear what Chuck has to say. Check out Smokejumpers.com to learn more about Smokejumpers! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠: www.stbtraining.com ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠⁠: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

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    Thirsty Thursday #55: Chief Frank Leeb

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 85:06


    Join the guys next week as we talk with FDNY Chief Frank Leeb. Chief Leeb is currently the Chief of Safety and is passionate about firefighter safety. This week the topic is fires in places of worship. A notoriously dangerous classification of buildings to battle fires in. And who doesn't like talking strategies and tactics! Don't miss it! We will be posting the FDNY document on fires in places of worship on our website and social media, so please check those below. If you want to reach out to Chief Leeb, his email is: firstresponderconsultant@gmail.com Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! ⁠Website⁠: www.stbtraining.com ⁠Facebook⁠: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining ⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ ⁠ Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT ⁠ LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #54: Lt. Darryll Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 66:56


    The guys are joined by Lt. Darryll Williams of the Baltimore City Fire Department. Lt. Williams has spent most of his career in a busy engine company and is known as a guy that talks the talk and walks the walk. Join us next week as we hear about his career. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #53: Life Outside the Firehouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 57:55


    The guys this week as we talk about life outside the firehouse. Our job requires us to give 100% attention to work while we are there, so what do you do when shift change happens and you're heading home? Join us as we talk about what balances us out! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #52: Tiffany Orner

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 75:44


    What a great show this was!!! Tiffany Orner is out there doing great work to ensure every veteran gets what they need. Be sure to watch this show from start to finish because you don't want to miss anything! When you are done with the show go to www.etssponsorship.com and start the journey to learn more about how you can help veterans as they exit the military. Check out the hashtags and links below as well! #UntilEVERYVeteranWantsForNothing #igy6 #ForeverWarriors #WeStepTogether #StrongerTogether https://www.steponeautomotive.com https://www.steponeautomotive.com/steponemotorsports/ https://etssponsorship.com https://futurestarssportsclinic.com https://operationmotorsport.org https://operationhomefront.org https://bluestarfam.org https://militaryinfluencer.com https://chefrush.com Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #51: Scotty Baer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 67:41


    We are joined by the one and only Scotty Baer. If you know Scotty then you know this will be a great show and will keep you in stitches. Don't miss this great show! Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #49: Guaranteed Goodness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 76:04


    The guys were able to talk with Roy Friedrich about training and tips and tricks to help instructors and those wanting to be instructors be more effective at their craft. Yet another great show for Thirsty Thursday. Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #48: Eric Olson and Vance Row

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 83:51


    The guys are joined by Eric and Vance to talk about mental health and taking care of yourself. Join us to get the latest updates from the field and take away some tips to keep you and your folks safe. Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening!

    Thirsty Thursday #47: The Hazmat Guys

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 73:12


    This week the guys are joined by The HazMat Guys. They run their own podcast and HazMat Training company, presenting around the country and the world. We are going to talk about initial hazmat actions and then delve into issues with lithium-ion battery incidents. If you want to learn more from The Hazmat Guys, visit their website at: www.thehazmatguys.com Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Thirsty Thursday #47: Talking on Tangents

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 51:20


    Welcome back to another show with the guys. This show has no script or plans except to have fun and see where the conversation takes us! Tune in and enjoy, let's see where this ball bounces! Train as if your life depends on it...because it does Website: www.stbtraining.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeTheBoxTraining Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striketheboxhot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StrikeTheBoxHOT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/strike-the-box-training-llc/ Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Thanks for watching and listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Thirsty Thursday #44: Summer Wrap Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 65:31


    The guys are back this week and as summer comes to an end big things are happening. Tune in and check out what is going on! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #43: Chief Andy Starnes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 93:12


    This week we have Chief Andy Starnes and we are going to be talking about the use of thermal imaging cameras. There is bound to be some great information. Be sure to tune in and catch up! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #42: A Little Bit of This and That

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 85:29


    Trevor, Bobby, Mike, and Ben are back next week talking about whatever comes up. We tell our guests to talk about whatever they want and this Thursday we are taking all tangents for conversations. It will be a great show and will probably cover various topics so be sure to tune in and keep up! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #41: FDIC Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 84:17


    Join the guys as they talk about the most recent FDIC and their favorite parts of previous shows. If you are interested in the Wichita HOT Program please visit their website: https://wichitahot.com/ Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #40: Lt. Bassel Ibrahim

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 62:10


    Trevor, Bobby, and Mike are back April 14th with Bassel Ibrahim. Lt. Ibrahim has close to 20 years of experience in the fire service and we are excited to hear a little bit about his upcoming #FDIC2022 class and other projects he is working on. Tune in as it is going to be another great show! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #39: District Chief Pat Nichols

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 81:13


    The guys are joined next week by District Chief Pat Nichols from the Boston Fire Department. We are excited to be talking about Man v Machine as Chief Nichols has an excellent way to break it down for the non-spec ops companies responding to these calls. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

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    Thirsty Thursday #38: Lt. Tom Kane

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 72:01


    Join the guys as they talk with Lt. Tom Kane, Ocean City Fire Department - Retired, as we talk about his career in OC. Prior to working for the Fire Department, Lt. Kane worked for the Ocean City Beach Patrol, and after his retirement, he went on to work for Worcester County Emergency Management. Tom is a wealth of knowledge and we are excited to tap into that and hear his stories! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #37: Mike and Anne Gagliano

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 68:14


    The guys talk with Mike and Anne Gagliano about the challenges of the firefighter marriage. Take time to listen to the great conversation and strategies Mike and Anne have used and wrote about to help save and improve the firefighter marriage. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #36: Engine Company Operations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 76:04


    Join the guys as they talk with Roger Steger, Jr. about engine company operations. Roger will also be speaking at the Delmarva Fire Conference this coming March. Tune in to hear what he has to say and then go register for the Delmarva Fire Conference! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #35: High Rise Operations

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 63:47


    Join Mike, Bobby, Trevor, and Ben as they talk about Bobby's recent trip to HROC, High Rise Operations Conference, hosted by County Fire Tactics in Pensacola, FL. There is some great insight in high-rise operations and this only scratches the surface of the topic! Enjoy the show, have a happy and healthy Christmas and Holiday Season! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday: Happy Thanksgiving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 24:34


    A brief show from the guys of Thirsty Thursday. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday with your family and friends. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #34: Basement Fires

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 81:39


    This Thursday, Mike Woods joins the guys as we discuss basement fires. Basement fires are extremely dangerous and you are not well prepared it can be deadly. Join us as we delve into how to be successful when operating at basement fires. Train as if your life depends on it...because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #33: Buddy to Boss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 77:26


    Join us as we talk about making the transition from buddy to boss as you promote and move across the flow to leadership roles. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #32: First In, First Five

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 78:41


    Next week we are starting part of our new format. Every other show will be a portion of a class Strike the Box teaches. Next Thursday, we will be giving viewers a snippet of our First In, First Five program. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #31: Summer Rewind

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 67:41


    The summer is coming to an end and Thirsty Thursdays are coming back! Join us next week as we talk about our summers and what the future holds for Thirsty Thursdays and Strike the Box Training! We look forward to hearing about your summer as well! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #30: Talking with Chief Jerry Tracy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 92:32


    Trevor, Bobby, and Ben are joined by retired Battalion Chief Jerry Tracy. Chief Tracy brings many years of experience and knowledge to next week's Thirsty Thursday, and it's going to be awesome! Fill up your cups and take notes because you are not going to want to miss this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #29: Talking Shop with the Guys

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 74:16


    Trevor, Bobby, and Ben are back talking all things fire service related. We promise to bring you another fun and information filled episode. Fill up your cups, grab your pen and paper, and find your comfy chair to enjoy the next episode of Thirsty Thursday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #28: FDTN one of the Best Training Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 72:28


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and special guests from the Fire Department Training Network, FDTN, as they talk about realistic training in the fire service. We will also talk about Bobby's most recent trip to FDTN and the great time he had training there. Tune in for more great conversation and as always have a full cup and an open mind! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #27: Talking with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 72:51


    Trevor, Bobby, and Ben are back with special guests from the leadership of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. We are going to talk about what a great organization they are and the wonderful work they do! Make sure to fill a glass and get comfy for another great episode of Thirsty Thursday with Strike the Box Training! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

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    Thirsty Thursday #26: April F.O.O.L.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 71:53


    Join Trevor, Bobby and Special Guests Walt Lewis, Bart Simpson, and Ben Fleagle and more as we talk about the Fraternal Order of Leatherhead Society. We are fortunate to have some of the founding members joining us, so it will be great conversations with some first-class firefighters. See you on April F.O.O.L.S. Day! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #25: Fire Service History and Traditions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 82:14


    Join Trevor, Bobby, and Ben with their special guest as they discuss the rich and steep traditions of the fire service. Also, since we are going live the day after St. Patrick's Day, we will be celebrating all things Irish. Make sure your Guinness is chilled, Jameson is well stocked, and you have your green on! Fir Na Tine and BRÁITHEREACHAS THAR GACH NÍ Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #24: Citizen Orientated Firefighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 69:19


    Trevor, Bobby, and Ben are back with Battalion Chief Curt Isakson, from County Fire Tactics and Escambia County (FL). We have ordered extra bandwidth for this show and if you have heard Chief Isakson talk you know why! Chief Isakson has over 30 years of experience and is incredibly passionate about the fire service! We are very excited to have him join us as we talk about putting the citizens we are sworn to protect before ourselves. Make sure your fridge is stocked, it's going to be a great show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #23: Women Leading the Fire Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 66:14


    Trevor, Bobby, and Ben are joined by Esther Lakatos, Acting District Chief of the Vaughan Fire & Rescue Service, Deputy Chief Latosha Clemons of Forest Park Fire Department, and Firefighter/EMT Danielle Celii about how they became the leaders and mentors they are now in the fire service. Join this amazing group as they engage in conversation, but make sure you have your pen, paper, and full cup nearby! Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #22: Training for All Departments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 77:57


    Join Trevor, Bobby, and Ben as they welcome special guests Mike Wood (Ocean City, MD), Greg Dypsky (Ocean City, MD and Retired - Washington DC Fire and EMS, and Steve Huovinen (Wilmington, DE). This week the guys will be talking about training and drilling in their Departments and the differences between career, combination, and volunteer departments. They are also going to talk about differences in Departments that serve urban, suburban, and rural areas. We are very excited about this event! So stock up your fridge now, make sure the pen and paper are handy, and get yourself ready for another great episode of Thirsty Thursday with Strike the Box Training. Train as if your life depends on it...Because it does! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #21: Firefighter Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 67:00


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and Special Guest Steve Twilley as we talk about firefighter fitness. Steve is an experienced firefighter-paramedic and is also a coach for a local gym. Steve was also ranked as one of the strongest men in the State of Maryland. Join us to talk about firefighter fitness and how we can make ourselves bigger, faster, and stronger! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #20: Training with Palm Beach Shores Fire Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 69:14


    Join Trevor, Bobby, and Ben as they talk about a recent training night with the men and women of the Palm Beach Shore Fire Department. Bobby and Trevor had the opportunity to work with these great folks and we are going to take a look at the great stuff these folks are doing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #19: Year End Wrap Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 30:54


    Trevor and Ben wrap up 2020 and talk about looking forward to 2021. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #18: Holidays in the Firehouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 68:52


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and returning Special Guest Rob Frampton as they talk about their favorite memories of past holidays spent on duty in the firehouses. This is the time we think of spending with our first family but at times we have to spend it with our second, or work, family. We hope you grab a beverage, tune in, and join in sharing memories and favorite holiday traditions in the station. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #17: One Line, Two Lines, Big Line, Small Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 75:26


    Are we pulling one line, two lines, the big line or the little line? Next week the guys talk about engine company operations. Engine operations are frequently broken down to wet stuff on the red stuff. Join us as we discuss the finer points and go more in detail talking about extinguishment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #16: Start Them Young and Don't Lose Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 79:18


    Join the guys and Tim Jerscheid as we talk about cadet programs and how departments are recruiting and keeping members in today's fire service. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #15: Reloaded

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 72:40


    Join the guys next week as we talk all things training. This week we will be sharing things that we have found along our time in the fire service that has worked well for us and things that...well we won't be doing those again. So join us as we think back about our time and feel free to share from your past on our next Thirsty Thursday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #14: Give In...Give Up...or...Give It All You Got!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 72:14


    This week Trevor, Bobby, and Ben welcome special guests Firefighter/Paramedic Eric Olson, of the Ocean City Fire Department, MD, and Retired Fireman Ric Jorge, of Palm Beach County, FL. Both Eric and Ric work tirelessly to help our brothers and sisters with issues with mental health and substance abuse. Join us to discuss mental health and giving it all you got while working in the gap between life and death. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #13: The Art of EMS in the Fire Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 74:13


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and Special Guest Chief Graig Temple, of Fort Bend County EMS. This week the guys discuss the importance of EMS in the fire service. Chief Temple's experience across the country brings valuable input and his passion is contagious. Grab your favorite beverage as we explore some of the finer points of EMS. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #12: Moving on up, Looking at the Promotional Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 83:22


    This week the guys talk with Deputy Chief James Gladwell, of the Salisbury Fire Department, about navigating the promotional process. Making the decision to promote is a big decision, and that is the easy part. Preparing, testing, and hopefully being lucky enough to promote leads to bigger and more difficult decisions every day. If you think you are at the point to promote you will want to hear what the guys have to say! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #11: Doing More With Less, Rural Fire Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 84:24


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and Special Guest Captain Lisa Shield as we discuss rural fire training. Captain Shield works for the State of Alaska, helping to bring fire training to rural communities. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #10: Run, Swim, Save...What are you doing for water rescues?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 76:16


    This week the guys are joined by one of the most decorated members of the Ocean City Fire Department, Retired Lieutenant Del Baker, as they discuss water rescues. From training to incidents, to the debriefing what should we know as we enjoy our summer? Put your toes in the water, butt in a chair, and a drink in your hand! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #9: Technical Rescue When You Least Expect It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 69:26


    Join Trevor, Bobby, Ben, and Special Guest Herbie Tyler, of National Rescue Consultants, as they talk about technical rescue, and what to do when you aren't expecting it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

    Thirsty Thursday #8: Leading from the Front

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 76:58


    This week we are talking with Fire Chief John Tull, of the Salisbury Fire Department (MD), about leadership and what he has found to work for him over his career. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/striketheboxtraining/support

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