Podcasts about Fire chief

Thomas English talks with Nevada Fire Chief Taylor McKlintic about the recent happenings in the city of Nevada. We discuss the new storm siren system that has now been completed. Other topics include the repurposing of the old sirens, the potential purchase of a new engine or tanker and the potential for more personnel. Finally, we discuss the celebration of First Responder's Day and Halloween. 

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Monday, October 27, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of October 22, 2025.We focus on two questions:ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?We cover the following key topicsThe recent Fire Dept promotions were sworn in. The promotions show the domino effect of the retirement of Chief McLaughlin. Charles (Chuck) Allen moved up from Battalion Chief to Fire Chief, Sean Lovely took Chuck's former role as Battalion Chief, and Jaden Brodeur took Sean's former role as Lieutenant. Photos of the swearing in and pinning by family members can be viewed in one album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/g3Y1X5Emuspooz6g6 The Franklin's 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee was appointed after first voting to increase the size of the committee that was initially scoped and authorizedThe 2025 Election Workers were approved as submitted by Town Clerk Nancy DanelloA public hearing on a New Section 12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License and Approval of Bassam Michael as the Manager - BMRG LLC d/b/a Kings Brick Oven Pizza & Pub was conducted and the changes were voted in as approved.Alan Earls, Historical Commission Chair presented an overview of the ideas for the Historical Museum 2.0 https://photos.app.goo.gl/rSGBDkPJPKgSaKFe9 An overview of the Historic District Commission Process should the Town decide to go forward with one was presented by Will Lee, Historical Commission Member & Rowan Lowell, Town Archivist https://photos.app.goo.gl/qkaVaRd9w3Anh3Nv6 Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator provided an update on the status of Town Council & Town Administrator 2024-2025 Goals. A new set of goals will be determined by the next Council. https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7172/8c-2024-2025-Town-Council-and-Town-Administration-Goals---Oct-2025 Two resolutions were approved to process a State grant to fund the Franklin Stormwater Asset Management PlanA brief hurrah was heard after the approval of the Adoption of the Schmidt Farm and Maple Hill Master PlansTwo measure to authorize Residential Commercial Kitchens for locations that are on septic systems (not Town sewer) were approved as an enhancement for economic development of small businessesA set of 6 bylaws were approved as amended to create the Crossing Neighborhood Zoning District. Councilor Frongillo recused himself for the discussion and votes as his father owns a business in the proposed (now authorized) districtTown Administrator Jamie Hellen provided an update that the Department of Conservation and Recreation would like to help fund the work to extend the SNETT to the Crossing Neighborhood District.The conversation runs about 29 minutes. Let's listen in--------------The full agenda took over 4 hours to complete. Franklin TV video is available for replay ->

35 years of combination experience. Fire Chief of Beaver Lane Fire-Rescue in Marshville NC. Creator, owner & operator of Premier Extrication. Toot didn't have that instant desire to become a Firefighter. It took him several years to decide to apply with Beaver Lane. But once he got on he did any and everything he could to be the best version of himself. Aspirations of going career was a goal Toot set but in life everything we do and experience happens for a reason. Sometimes we don't have a choice, but an opportunity presented itself to Toot he took it and as the phrase goes “Look what God did.” If you know Toot you know he's all in when it comes extrication and I truly hope the listeners can tune into some solid nuggets being dropped.IG: premiereextrication

Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Chief Tom Nelson discusses this past Fire Prevention Week, seasonal fire safety reminders, and more. 

Fire Chief Jake Rhoades of the City of Buckeye Fire-Medical-Rescue Department in Arizona unpacks leading people through change. Leaders must always be leaning in: Be students of the profession, learn the job above you and teach the job below you. Build your networks early. Be intentional with the relationships you build and the time you invest with those relationships.

On the 253rd episode of The Chronicle News Dump, hosts Aaron VanTuyl and Editor-in-Chief Eric Schwartz discuss the appropriate number of fire chiefs to fire, last weekend in protests, casket races, apprehending career criminals and more.Email us at chroniclenewsdump@gmail.com.Brought to you by SUMMIT FUNDING, CHEHALIS OUTFITTERS and THE ROOF DOCTOR!Listen to past episodes or subscribe here: https://apple.co/3sSbNC5. 

Join us this month for a GREAT conversation with Chief Terry Knowles. He is the brand new Chief for the Chattanooga Fire Department. We talk about his career leading up to present day, issues that face everyone about fire safety, rescue procedures, and much more!

From the Marine Corps to the Louisville Fire Department, Chief Brian O'Neill has built a career defined by discipline, transparency, and service. After two decades of rising through the ranks — including a decade as Union President — Chief O'Neill shares how his military experience shaped his leadership style, what it's like transitioning from labor to management, and why communication and relationships matter most when working with your local. In this conversation, he dives into how Louisville is tackling apparatus challenges, the lessons learned from history that still guide leadership today, and the importance of broadening your perspective as you move up the ranks.

Join Springer O'Boing the Fire Chief, Stella, and Marshmallow for a wild adventure full of feathers, fish cakes, and firefighting fun!

Send us a textThis week, we're joined by two outstanding guests: Erik Phillips, Captain with Las Vegas Fire & Rescue (Nev.) and Fire Chief of Diamond Valley Fire Department (Utah), and Gary Fleischer, District Chief with Worcester (Mass.) Fire Department.Together, we challenge first-in officers to own their role with clear expectations, disciplined size-ups, and early, coordinated assignments outside the IDLH. We dive into the culture of training, monitoring, and accountable improvement—and how Blue Card turns noise into command during the first five minutes.You'll hear stories, tools, and drills on:• Defining first-due ownership and IC-1 expectations• Using preplans and everyday calls as micro preplans• Turning smoke detector checks into high-yield life safety work• The four-step model: expectation, training, monitoring, accountability• Level 1 staging as a tool, not a delay• Eliminating freelancing and duplication of effort• Building judgment through radio reps and tactical decision games• Using AARs, hot washes, and audio reviews for continuous improvement• Reinforcing culture to avoid accidental success and drift• And a timeless tactical truth: See before you speakTune in, train hard, and lead with clarity.Sign up for the Buckslip newsletter and grab free IC resources at bshifter.comWe want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/BuckslipShop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.comAll of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifterWaldorf University articulates Blue Card training into credits! More here: https://waldorf.edu/lp/blue-card/Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening!

Send us a textEvery other Wednesday, the HT Mafia brings the heat with a fresh blend of coon hunting tales, creepy encounters, and raw, unfiltered comedy — and this week's episode is no exception.⚠️ WARNING: Rated E for Explicit — listener discretion is advised!In this chilling episode, we head down to Northwest Tennessee for a gripping conversation with a local coon hunter who also happens to be the Fire Chief in his hometown. But this ain't your average hunt story — not by a long shot. Back in high school, he and a buddy experienced something in the woods that still haunts them to this day. It wasn't just strange... it was terrifying. After digging into the details, we're thinking there's a good chance they had a run in with something not quite human. That's right — this could be our first-ever confirmed run-in with a DOGMAN on CHC. But that's not all — he shares more eerie encounters that'll have you side-eyeing the tree line next time you're out with your hounds.

No one will argue the fact that firefighters are heroes. But when a firefighter, or in this case a fire chief, takes time out of his already busy schedule to organize blood drives, it's going above and beyond his call of duty. That's the story you'll hear today, the story of Columbia Township Fire Department  Chief Ray Anthony, an American Red Cross Blood Hero.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he still is unimpressed by the Kansas City Chiefs following their big Sunday Night Football win over the Detroit Lions, whether New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn made a mistake by throwing his full endorsement behind embattled quarterback Justin Fields, what to make of Tua Tagovailoa’s bizarre comments about a lack of leadership in Miami and what it might mean for head coach Mike McDaniel moving forward, and whether we should believe this bombshell report that Adidas played a role in Penn State’s decision to axe head coach James Franklin on Sunday. Later, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the Monday Night Football double-header featuring the Buffalo Bills vs Atlanta Falcons, and the Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jason is joined by the MFD Chief Bryan Tyner to talk about his career, running the Minneapolis Fire Department, and what's next for him.

16 years of career experience. Apparatus Operator on Squad 18 with The Colony Fire Department in Texas. Growing up Bryce was involved in sports and had aspirations of possibly going professional until an injury sidelined that career track. Luckily for Bryce his quarterback had a father who was a Fire Chief and asked him if he wanted to attend fire school with him. Bryce figured why not and went. Once he got enrolled he fell in love with the job instantly and never looked back. During his career Bryce's department suffered a Line of duty death (LODD). I would like the listeners to pay attention, digest and process Bryce's experience and the discussions taking place in this interview. Bryce came on preaching the good word and I truly hope we all can self reflect from this interview. IG: campbellfire2

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NAFRS Chief Tom Nelson talks about National Fire Prevention Week October 5th-11th, tips for fire safety at home, and events going on this week.

NAFRS Chief Tom Nelson talks about National Fire Prevention Week October 5th-11th, tips for fire safety at home, and events going on this week.

This week is Fire Prevention Week and the theme for this year's fire prevention week is safety around lithium-ion batteries in your home. Lithium-ion batteries are in just about everything including kids' toys. The campaign stresses how important it is to buy, charge, and recycle these batteries safely. We spoke more about this with Bridgeport's Fire Chief and Fire Marshall.  Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

The Fire Chief at the Franklin Fire House David Wheeler talks to us about their Open house coming up and the importance of Fire prevention week.

Fire Chief Mark Niemeyer of the Boise Fire Department discusses Succession Planning & Culture. Understand that your leadership path does not have to be traditional. Winning breeds winning and losing breeds losing. Train your people so well that they can go anywhere, but treat them so well they won't. A fire chief's #1 job is to 1) Layout the vision, #2) motivate your people and #3) Support them. All FF's should find themselves smiling more than you complain!

Episode 209 - Sept. 30th, 2025 - 2 Man Mission  - Violation Counter - Walt - 2 x DJ Intence - 0  - Dame Dash Suing “The Breakfast Club” Optics  - Drake x Kendrick Lamar Double Standard  - Former Chief of Marbletown Fire Department sentenced for stealing from the Fire Department  - Maine Prisoners are working remote jobs  - Bad Bunny Headlining Super Bowl 2026 Halftime Show  - Dak Demoss Lyft Lawsuit Update  - NCAA bans 3 college basketball players for betting on their own games at Frescno St. & San Jose St.  - Brooklyn Mirage Downfall  - Wise Guy's Segment - Are OnlyFans models considered Prostitues or Strippers??

What happens when two fire chiefs—one from the Midwest and one a lifelong Californian—cross paths and form a powerful partnership? In this episode of The Chief Exchange, we sit down with Fire Chief Gerard Washington (Vista Fire Department, CA; formerly Milwaukee, WI) and Fire Chief Robert Logan (San Diego Fire-Rescue, CA). Together, they share how their journeys in the fire service intersected, the challenges of leadership and budgeting in large departments, their efforts to recruit and mentor the next generation, and why authenticity, education, and transparency are the cornerstones of effective leadership. This conversation is equal parts inspiring and practical—a must-listen for anyone leading under pressure.

Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Chief Tom Nelson discusses some recent board meetings, Fire Prevention Week including the upcoming open house at the fire department on October 9th, and more.

Northfield Area Fire and Rescue Chief Tom Nelson discusses some recent board meetings, Fire Prevention Week including the upcoming open house at the fire department on October 9th, and more.

On the Kenny & JT Show live at the DoubleTree Hotel in Downtown Canton before tonight's Canton McKinley Hall of Distinguished Alumni Reception we chat with Akbar Bennett, Canton Fire Chief, McKinley graduate, and one of tonight's honorees.

In this episode of Washoe Life, we welcome Rick Edwards, the new Fire Chief of the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. Chief Edwards comes to Washoe County after more than two decades with the Stockton Fire Department in California, where he rose through every rank to become Fire Chief. He shares his leadership journey, lessons learned from California's wildfire seasons, and his vision for fire prevention and preparedness in our region. Listeners will also get to know him personally — from his family's move to Nevada to his excitement about exploring our community, including which mountain he plans to ski first. 

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Our guest today is Chad Sonnier, Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) for Lafayette Parish. With over four decades of service in fire protection and emergency response, Chad Sonnier brings unmatched experience to the role of coordinating disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts across federal, state, and local agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector. "I was 18 years old, hired to be in the fire service and helping people in their time of need. It is something I've really become accustomed to, and I couldn't imagine doing anything else. I mean, people call 911 at their worst time of day or worst time in their life, and, we're there to help them, that's what we're there for." Chad served as City of Scott's Fire Chief before being named to his current post. He had served with the Lafayette Fire Department for years before his appointment with the City of Scott. Over the course of his career, Chad has worked as a hazmat technician, fire engineer, fire coordinator, and hazmat chief. In 2020, he was inducted into the Louisiana Fire Chiefs Hall of Fame—a testament to his lifelong passion for public safety. “Helping people is my passion. I couldn't imagine doing anything else,” Chad Sonnier shares. A Newly Formed Office The department was officially created in 2024 by Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet, who recognized the growing federal and state mandates in emergency management and the need to keep her community safe. It now operates independently of 911 services, with a broader scope that includes emergency responses to events such as hurricanes, mass gatherings like Mardi Gras, hazardous material accidents, and unexpected “no-notice” events such as train derailments. This year in 2025, for the first time, Lafayette's Emergency Operations Center partially activated its services during Mardi Gras. Agencies including fire, police, Acadian Ambulance, local hospitals, and even federal partners like the FBI and ATF, worked side by side to ensure public safety. “When you're face to face in the same room, communications are so much better,” Chad explains. Beyond Hurricanes: Preparedness in Action While hurricanes are top of mind for many residents, Chad addressed the wide range of emergencies his office addresses to help those most in need: Warming and cooling centers – Established for residents without reliable heating or air conditioning, with help from partners such as Catholic Charities, Red Cross, and even private companies like Stines, which donated large cooling fans. Volunteer organizations – Hundreds of volunteers with local nonprofits and faith-based groups (VOADs) play an essential role in long-term recovery. These groups often provide building supplies, roof repairs, and mold remediation for families still suffering from past storms. College partnerships – Student-athletes contribute required service hours by assisting disaster victims, creating meaningful community connections. Chad reflects, “I was taken aback by how many people are willing to help, especially in Lafayette Parish. If it wasn't for these nonprofits, I don't know where a lot of people would be today.” Planning Ahead and Responding Fast Chad contrasts his years as a firefighter—where speed and immediate action are critical—with the long-term strategic planning required in his current role. Chad Sonnier served as Fire Chief of the City of Scott for 23 years His office scripts hurricane responses a week in advance of landfall, but also prepares in advance for sudden emergencies that occur without warning. “No-notice events” like hazardous material spills require rapid mobilization of shelters, water, food, and safe housing, often within an hour to ninety minutes. Recreation centers, the Cajundome, and other facilities are pre-designated as shelters or reunification centers,

Fire Chief Clint Smith never set out to be a Fire Chief—let alone the first-ever Chief of Draper City Fire Department in Utah. But when the Mayor tapped him to build a brand-new department from the ground up in just nine months, Smith took on the challenge. In this episode, he shares how he navigated overwhelming pressure “one day at a time,” the importance of building strong relationships, and why there's no playbook for leadership—you write it as you go. He also reflects on Utah's statewide fight for firefighter cancer screenings and offers advice to young firefighters: don't limit yourself, because you never know what doors will open.