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This session shares the Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The FY 2026 second budget hearing continued from May 22, was reopened to make the adjustments due to the failed override June 3, 2025. All 9 Council members participated in the Council Chambers. Quick recap:After the 5 minutes late start, the public hearing on the FY 2026 budget was resumed from the May 22 session.Town Administrator Jamie Hellen walked through the recap and explained the Option A & B using 3 slides (see below) as well as the Option A & B voting docs (linked below)Chief Lynch, Chief McLaughlin, Supt Giguere, and Library Director Oti spoke of the cut impacts to their operations but approved of them as necessary due to the failed overrideSupt Giguere confirmed the full details of their cuts would be reviewed with the School Cmte at their meeting June 10. Of the projected 10-15 personnel, he confirmed likely 12 FTE positions, some teachers, some retirees not being backfilled and other personnel across the district as well as the fees would need to remain as they are this yearThe public then had an opportunity to comment or question the cuts as proposed. Those in Chambers went first before those on Zoom, and all were covered before the Councilors had their turn.The vote finally came to approve the cuts as proposed:2 personnel from Police Dept (currently open slots not to be backfilled as had been planned)2 personnel from Fire Dept (currently 1 open position not backfilled, and the last hired will also be leaving)This does take the 3rd ambulance offline increasing response times and creates a lose of revenue (for the ambulance runs if required to hospital)1 admin position for Town Administrators office1 from Planning & Community Development1 from Board of Assessorsthe part-time nurse at the Senior CenterDPW cuts their summer intern program (unspecified number of positions for summer help)Library Sunday hours (during the winter, there are open during the summer)additional expenses were reduced to bring to the total required (see Option B for details)Personnel cuts by my tally = 8 Town side, 12 school side, plus expenses (PS - this tally was confirmed with our Town Administrator Jamie Hellen via email) The meeting then went through the long series of votes to approve the final budget, the salary for the Town Clerk, the Community Preservation Act budget before closing just after 11 PM--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/_f72Yd8VXz0?&t=316 The agenda doc was updated Wednesday afternoon to add the Option B and Options A & B comparisons for the discussion on the budget cuts.Option A & B Comparison -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5883/FY26-Control-Sheet-and-Voting-Doc-COMPARISON Option B -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5882/FY26-Control-Sheet-and-Voting-Doc-OPTION-B Full agenda -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042025-1769My full set of notes as written during the meeting

Los Angeles City Council just approved a $14 billion budget that perfectly captures everything wrong with government priorities. While slashing police hiring and fire department funding, they're celebrating keeping homeless spending at "only" $7,000 per person per month—down from the previous $17,000. Is anyone surprised they're calling this progress?We break down how LA officials are doubling down on failed policies while creating a structural deficit, using emergency funds for regular services, and building $1.5 million per door micro-units that most city employees couldn't afford. Meanwhile, the fire department sits with 100 unused rigs they can't afford to repair, and police hiring gets cut in half during rising crime.With 75,000 homeless individuals costing taxpayers over $525 million annually in this program alone, where exactly is all this money going? Councilwoman Tracy Park called it "wasteful spending" and "a taxpayer boondoggle," but the budget passed anyway. What's your breaking point with government waste? Have you seen this kind of backwards prioritizing in your city? Hit subscribe if you're tired of watching your tax dollars disappear into administrative black holes while real problems get worse.

Chief Brandon Hale from Port View comes on The Fan Hotline to express his support of the upcoming Fan Five Alarm Marathon.

FLATHEAD RIDGE RANCH HEAD OF FORESTRY CALEB DIETZ TRT: 11:48 ***ROLLINS FIRE DEPT-MAY 3 PANCAKE FEED/MANAGED VS. TREATED FOREST

RACHEL BOEDICK TRT: 9:11 APRIL 4,5,6 CRESTON FIRE DEPT. AUCTION-59 YEARS/83 SQ MILES/75% EMS/HWY 35

An overwhelming 64% of Denver's firefighters voted last month that they have “no confidence” in their fire chief, Desmond Fulton. But Mayor Mike Johnston holds the power to hire and fire the chief, and he brushed off the firefighters' vote. So as the fire union prepares for another round of collective bargaining with the city, producer Paul Karolyi is sitting down with CBS investigative reporter Brian Maass to break down where the bad blood between the Fire Dept. and the mayor started, dig into some fresh data on what the Fire Dept. actually does, and talk about where the complicated internal politics of the department will go from here.  Do you or someone you know have experience working at the Denver Fire Department? We would love to talk to them about the diversity question and everything else. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and we will reach out: 720-500-5418 For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: 5280 Magazine Bookshop.org - Use code CITYCAST to get 15% off your next order Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, March 19, 2025. 8 of the 9 of the members participated in Council Chambers (1 absent - Dellorco). Quick recap:after approval of 2 prior meeting minutes, the Council get to the key item and after a brief discussion took two votes; one to approve the amount and ballot question text the second to set the date, Tuesday, June 3, 2025 for the overrideboth votes were 8-0-1 (1 absent)The School Committee had met earlier that evening and voted unanimously to support the override vote. Chair Dave Callaghan and Vice-Chair David McNeill stood up to make that announcement during the discussionOther legislation for action on the minimum item agenda for the evening; 2 items to extend the sewer and water lines to a new residence that had already been approved in the first vote both received the passing vote by the same 8-0-1 vote (1 absent) via roll callA resolution accepting gifts to the Veterans services was approved and thanks extendedTown Administrator's ReportJamie acknowledged receipt of a letter from Archbishop Henning commending the work of the Fire Dept on the St Mary's Church fire. He had just recently attended the re-opening masses. The letter will be posted to the Town pagesThe lease for Town use of the Ferrara's parking lot was signed to extend the agreement for 5 yearsThe final approvals on the deed and associated documents for the Old South Church were completed and to be handed over to Habitat for Humanity so the docs can be filed with the Registrar of Deeds, and work can begin to renovate the building for a residenceAfter a round of Councilor comments, the meeting closedLet's listen to the meeting recording which runs about 1 hour and 38 minutes. --------------Franklin TV video for replay of meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoNPkBHRLzI The agenda doc released for the meeting -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03192025-1639 My full set of notes taken during the meeting (in one PDF) -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TPEkxHcViPCNwOGHmiydPVt1rGW5Xy05/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot...

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 Friday, March 21, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of March 19, 2025. We focus on two questions:• ok, what just happened? • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Topics for this sessionDiscussion and vote to set an override before the community in the amount of $3,862,672 and on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. There were 2 separate votes, one on the ballot question text and the second on the date. Both passed with the same 8-0-1 (8 for, none against, 1 absent - Dellorco)The School Committee had met earlier that evening and voted unanimously to support the override vote. Chair Dave Callaghan and Vice-Chair David McNeill stood up to make that announcement during the discussionOther legislation for action on the minimum item agenda for the evening; 2 items to extend the sewer and water lines to a new residence that had already been approved in the first vote both received the passing vote by the same 8-0-1 vote (1 absent) via roll callA resolution accepting gifts to the Veterans services was approved and thanks extendedTown Administrator's ReportJamie acknowledged receipt of a letter from Archbishop Henning commending the work of the Fire Dept on the St Mary's Church fire. He had just recently attended the re-opening masses. The letter will be posted to the Town pagesThe lease for Town use of the Ferrara's parking lot was signed to extend the agreement for 5 yearsThe final approvals on the deed and associated documents for the Old South Church were completed and to be handed over to Habitat for Humanity so the docs can be filed with the Registrar of Deeds, and work can begin to renovate the building for a residenceLet's listen to my conversation with Tom as we recap the Town Council meetings--------------Franklin TV video for replay of meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoNPkBHRLzI The agenda doc released for the meeting -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03192025-1639 My full set of notes taken during the meeting (in one PDF) -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TPEkxHcViPCNwOGHmiydPVt1rGW5Xy05/view?usp=drive_link --------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or

Sarah Amaral, Director, Franklin Senior Center with an update on the center opening Wednesday. Great spirits around, good to see everyone.The second floor will not be available THursday/Friday so some programs/events will shift within the building.The Fire Dept will be preparing the St Patrick's dinner & bingo so some events/activities will be canceled and she provides that listing.

Fargo Fire Dept Careers, Eclipse Awakening, Colorectal Cancer Awareness & Rural Grocers' Fight to Survive

Ep 776SHOW NOTESNow also LIVE on X! X: https://x.com/JaySheldonShowLimited Edition! Our New Jesus/Trump Shirt! https://the-jay-sheldon-show.printify.mePatriot MobileIt's time to switch to Patriot Mobile, America's ONLY Christian conservative wireless provider. https://www.patriotmobile.com/JayGet the best “wake up and kick butt” coffee fromBLACKOUT COFFEE https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/?p=HyctD1sS3Use promo code JAY20 at check out for 20% offBe Prepared with JASE Medicalhttps://jasemedical.com/?rstr=21099Use Promo code SHELDON10 for a $10 Discount!Keep your online activity hidden with the best VPN. Get a HUGE DISCOUNT at NordVPN with this special link!https://bit.ly/NordVPN-JaySheldonGet healthy with all natural fruits and veggies!Start today!Brickhouse Nutrition https://bit.ly/JaySheldonBrickhouseAll New, All-American designs!Check out our new show merchandise!In Today's Show:$4.7 Trillion - ‘Almost Untraceable' https://www.news18.com/world/almost-untraceable-elon-musks-doge-finds-4-7-trillion-treasury-payments-lacked-critical-codes-9231100.htmlFederal Judge Who Blocked Freezing Of USAID Funds Paid His Own NGO Over $100 Million! https://x.com/RealAlexJones/status/1891639515241910742 Elon Musk encouraged to crack open Fort Knoxhttps://nypost.com/2025/02/16/us-news/elon-musk-wants-to-crack-open-fort-knox-and-audit-the-gold-reserves/ NY Gov meets with 'key leaders' over removal of Mayor Adamshttps://thepostmillennial.com/gov-kathy-hochul-meeting-with-key-leaders-to-discuss-possible-removal-of-mayor-eric-adams Trantifa terror cult have been arrestedhttps://x.com/MrAndyNgo/status/1891547725868544504 An Absolute Miricle in Canadahttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/toronto-delta-flight-crash-injuries-updates-b2699796.html Trump Reveals New ‘Fairness'https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-reveals-new-strategy-on-tariffs-centered-around-fairness Kamala Word Saladhttps://www.dailywire.com/news/keeping-up-with-trump-heres-everything-he-did-week-four What Sheryl Crow Did With Her Tesla Proves Musk's Pointhttps://redstate.com/nick-arama/2025/02/15/what-sheryl-crow-did-with-her-tesla-n2185615 North Carolina Married Mother of Two Charged with 80 Child Sex Crimeshttps://www.breitbart.com/crime/2025/02/16/north-carolina-married-mother-of-two-charged-with-80-child-sex-crimes/ L.A. Fire Dept. Could Have Pre-Deployed 10 Engines to Palisades, but Did Nothttps://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/02/15/report-l-a-fire-dept-could-have-pre-deployed-10-engines-to-palisades-but-did-not/ Man On Bond Goes On Cop-Shooting Spreehttps://dailycaller.com/2025/02/13/roy-demands-answers-on-san-antonio-shooting/ People Are Goodhttps://x.com/DisrespectedThe/status/1891240356764652027 Contact Your Representatives. Let Them Know!https://www.congress.gov/members Please subscribe to the podcast at: iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jay-sheldon-show/id1568836253Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2HNQU8yshneTCb0K1Q6cS0 Buy my book!https://www.facebook.com/WillyandTheWarthog https://www.amazon.com/dp/1320055001/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_dp_VjSStb0E2RTDG26W Or Just Send me money ‘cause you love me!https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/TheJaySheldonShow Social MediaTikTok: @JaySheldonTikTok X: https://x.com/JaySheldonShow Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@JaySheldon Facebook @jay.sheldon Instagram @ItsJaySheldon Email us at show@jaysheldon.comDISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed on this show are the host's and do not reflect the opinions of guests or advertisers. This show does not promote drug use or violence in any manner, but we do promote free thinking and the absolute freedom of speech.

Ep 775SHOW NOTESNow also LIVE on X! X: https://x.com/JaySheldonShowLimited Edition! Our New Jesus/Trump Shirt! https://the-jay-sheldon-show.printify.mePatriot MobileIt's time to switch to Patriot Mobile, America's ONLY Christian conservative wireless provider. https://www.patriotmobile.com/JayGet the best “wake up and kick butt” coffee from BLACKOUT COFFEE https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/?p=HyctD1sS3Use promo code JAY20 at check out for 20% offBe Prepared with JASE Medicalhttps://jasemedical.com/?rstr=21099Use Promo code SHELDON10 for a $10 Discount!Keep your online activity hidden with the best VPN. Get a HUGE DISCOUNT at NordVPN with this special link! https://bit.ly/NordVPN-JaySheldon Get healthy with all natural fruits and veggies! Start today! Brickhouse Nutrition https://bit.ly/JaySheldonBrickhouseAll New, All-American designs!Check out our new show merchandise!In Today's Show:Trump Takes a Lap Around the 500! https://thepostmillennial.com/trump-takes-lap-in-the-beast-at-daytona-500-tells-drivers-youre-great-americans Germany Has Lost the Plothttps://x.com/CollinRugg/status/1891325438523547716  UK Not Far Behindhttps://x.com/Aku_700/status/1891326717152637375 Coming to Americahttps://x.com/freedomcenterlu/status/1733229965251149947 Alexa Warninghttps://x.com/Xx17965797N/status/1890459601914523726 And Your ROOMBA Too! https://x.com/Xx17965797N/status/1890372808493924366 California felon who murdered a 8-year-old girl could soon be back on the streetshttps://x.com/unlimited_ls/status/1891182798423118242 Army Announced It Will 'No Longer' Accept Transgender Applicantshttps://townhall.com/tipsheet/saraharnold/2025/02/16/us-army-says-it-will-no-longer-accept-transgender-applicants-n2652286 New Jersey teacher investigated advocating for Trump assassinationhttps://thepostmillennial.com/new-jersey-teacher-investigated-for-social-media-posts-advocating-for-trump-assassination Trump Week 4 Round-uphttps://www.dailywire.com/news/keeping-up-with-trump-heres-everything-he-did-week-four Another Sneaky Little Secret About the FBIhttps://pjmedia.com/victoria-taft/2025/02/16/fbi-n4936986 Kamala Word Saladhttps://www.dailywire.com/news/keeping-up-with-trump-heres-everything-he-did-week-four What Sheryl Crow Did With Her Tesla Proves Musk's Pointhttps://redstate.com/nick-arama/2025/02/15/what-sheryl-crow-did-with-her-tesla-n2185615 North Carolina Married Mother of Two Charged with 80 Child Sex Crimeshttps://www.breitbart.com/crime/2025/02/16/north-carolina-married-mother-of-two-charged-with-80-child-sex-crimes/ L.A. Fire Dept. Could Have Pre-Deployed 10 Engines to Palisades, but Did Nothttps://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/02/15/report-l-a-fire-dept-could-have-pre-deployed-10-engines-to-palisades-but-did-not/ Man On Bond Goes On Cop-Shooting Spreehttps://dailycaller.com/2025/02/13/roy-demands-answers-on-san-antonio-shooting/ Egg Prices Hit New Highshttps://www.theepochtimes.com/article/egg-prices-hit-new-highs-as-flocks-wiped-out-over-virus-5810315?ea_src=frontpage&ea_cnt=a&ea_med=top-news-4-special-report-1 A Bit Hard to Follow, but This is Weirdhttps://x.com/NoContextHumans/status/1890902661010264328  Contact Your Representatives. Let Them Know!https://www.congress.gov/members Please subscribe to the podcast at: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jay-sheldon-show/id1568836253Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HNQU8yshneTCb0K1Q6cS0 Buy my book!https://www.facebook.com/WillyandTheWarthog https://www.amazon.com/dp/1320055001/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_dp_VjSStb0E2RTDG26W Or Just Send me money ‘cause you love me! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/TheJaySheldonShow Social MediaTikTok: @JaySheldonTikTok X: https://x.com/JaySheldonShow Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@JaySheldon Facebook @jay.sheldon Instagram @ItsJaySheldon Email us at show@jaysheldon.comDISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed on this show are the host's and do not reflect the opinions of guests or advertisers. This show does not promote drug use or violence in any manner, but we do promote free thinking and the absolute freedom of speech.

In this segment, Mark and Sue discuss the piece of mail she recently received from the Mayor's office and then talk about a trending story in Nashville involving a fire dept employee that was demoted for criticizing BLM.

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, February 5, 2025. 7 of the members participated in Council Chambers, 2 were absent (Chandler & Hamblen). Quick recap: Fire Department - Promotions Captain Matthew Kelly & Lieutenant Jeffrey Ward PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of September Drive and Countryside Lane and Drainage Lots Parcels A and B and Easements b. New Common Victualler Section 12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License and Approval of Karan Goswami as the Manager - Kaushik Restaurants Inc. d/b/a Mirchi Indian Cuisine PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION - ALS/BLS Trends - EMS Battalion Chief Billy “Numbers” Blanchard, EMS Captain Laurie Kaye Legislation for action (all votes passed with the same via roll call or voice vote 7-0-2 (2 absent) Resolution 25-07: Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of September Drive and Countryside Lane and Drainage Lots Parcels A and B and Easements Bylaw Amendment 25-924: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - First Reading Resolution 25-10: Adoption of the 2025 Master Plan for the Town of Franklin https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4018/Final-Report Resolution 25-04: Capital Improvement Plan Resolution 25-02: Statewide Opioid Settlement Fund Appropriation Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-919: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend Chapter 185 Section 20 of the Code of the Town of Franklin - Signs (at C. 3.) Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-920: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend Chapter 185 Section 20 of the Code of the Town of Franklin- Signs (at E.2.) Bylaw Amendment 25-922: Amendment to Sewer System Map Bylaw Amendment 25-923: Amendment to Water System Map Resolution 25-08: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44, §53F3/4 Resolution 25-09: Acceptance of Gifts - Senior Center ($50), Veterans' ($2,550), & Recreation ($8,405)Let's listen to the meeting recording which runs about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Audio link -> --------------Franklin TV video is ready for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/4rx-pHX5q_Q?&t=161 The Agenda doc and most materials released for this session -> https://franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02052025-1546 Fire Dept presentation on call volume leading to an increase in ambulance rates https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4402/Fire-EMS-Presentation-2525?bidId= My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z9V6bpd4oFls9lbGgb1nzVoDhi8wu6cV/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (

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 Thursday, February 6, 2025. Our conversation condenses the Council meeting of Wednesday night (Feb 5) with a focus on two questions:• ok, what just happened? • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Topics for this sessionFire Department - Promotions Captain Matthew Kelly & Lieutenant Jeffrey WardPUBLIC HEARINGSa. Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of September Drive and Countryside Lane and Drainage Lots Parcels A and B and Easementsb. New Common Victualler Section 12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License and Approval of Karan Goswami as the Manager - Kaushik Restaurants Inc. d/b/a Mirchi Indian CuisinePRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION - ALS/BLS Trends - EMS Battalion Chief Billy “Numbers” Blanchard, EMS Captain Laurie KayeLegislation for actionResolution 25-07: Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of September Drive and Countryside Lane and Drainage Lots Parcels A and B and EasementsBylaw Amendment 25-924: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - First ReadingResolution 25-10: Adoption of the 2025 Master Plan for the Town of Franklin https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4018/Final-ReportResolution 25-04: Capital Improvement PlanResolution 25-02: Statewide Opioid Settlement Fund AppropriationZoning Bylaw Amendment 24-919: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend Chapter 185 Section 20 of the Code of the Town of Franklin - Signs (at C. 3.)Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-920: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend Chapter 185 Section 20 of the Code of the Town of Franklin- Signs (at E.2.)Bylaw Amendment 25-922: Amendment to Sewer System MapBylaw Amendment 25-923: Amendment to Water System MapResolution 25-08: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44, §53F3/4Resolution 25-09: Acceptance of Gifts - Senior Center ($50), Veterans' ($2,550), & Recreation ($8,405)Let's listen to my conversation with Tom as we recap the Town Council meeting held this week--------------Franklin TV video is ready for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/4rx-pHX5q_Q?&t=161 The Agenda doc and most materials released for this session -> https://franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02052025-1546 Fire Dept presentation on call volume leading to an increase in ambulance rateshttps://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4402/Fire-EMS-Presentation-2525?bidId= My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z9V6bpd4oFls9lbGgb1nzVoDhi8wu6cV/view?usp=drive_link --------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public...

Episode 9-15 – Assistant Chief Jacob JohnsonWe are proud to have Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson from the Pearland Fire Department in Pearland TX. Jacob first joined us on “5-Alarm task Force,” when he was a Captain. And it was easy to see how dedicated he was, and still is, of course, to being the best firefighter and officer that he could be. In this episode, we discuss the “how and why” of, not only his success, but that of the department. With their seventh station already on the way, they also have plans for Station 8 and Station 9. We discuss the remarkable success of the Pearland Fire Department and how successful their recruiting efforts are. Beyond recruiting, their retention level is particularly good. As Jacob tells it, one of the most important criteria is treating their residents as well as their members as “family.”Sit back and enjoy the videocast or the audio podcast and see what you can learn from Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson.Watch the interview on YouTube at https://youtu.be/v49vDfNNv20 and the audio version on your favorite podcast platforms!We still your help to raise funds for our Brothers and Sisters who were deeply involved in the major fires. Please remember, many, many of the firefighters who fought, “tooth & nail” the major blazes, but they lost their homes, vehicles, clothes, etc. Please visit our website at https://www.5-AlarmTaskForceCorp.org.

Terry and Jeetz talk about the 3 weirdest stories of the day! It's called the 533! Today includes: Man flushed brother's ashes down the toilet, Fire chief says don't report fires on Facebook, FBI spinoff involving CIA agents in the works at CBS!

Adam returns from his evacuation to Vegas with an update on the status of his condo and the surrounding structures on California's Pacific Coast Highway. He also discusses some clips that have gone viral in the wake of the wildfires, including one of a black, female, firefighter discussing the need for diversity in the LAFD and another of LA's water chief explaining why everything at the Dept. of Water & Power is done with “an equity lens.” Next, Adam recounts going through the process to become a firefighter and the one test that undid his application. He also discusses how the destruction in Los Angeles may streamline regulations when it comes to rebuilding the city, a Palisades woman ambushing Governor Newsom, and Hunter Biden losing his Malibu rental house. Then, Dawson joins to read the news including stories about Gov. Newsom issuing an executive order to suspend regulations for rebuilds, the LA fire chief saying the city failed residents in wildfire prep, and Mark Zuckerberg telling Joe Rogan that Biden officials would scream and curse when seeking removal of Facebook content. Thank you for supporting our sponsors: Chime.com/Adam http://Homes.com RuffGreens.com, use code: Adam

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This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024. 8 of the 9 members participated in Council Chambers, 1 absent (Jones). Special vote to appoint Frongillo as temporary clerk for the meeting to be authorized to sign the documents (approved 8-0-1). An overflow audience filled the Chambers to start and then filtered away as their recognition section was completed.Quick recap:PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS a. Fourth and Sixth Grade Youth Football Teams -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/G8RxjgueNHCd5UcH8 b. Peter Brunellic. Steve Carlucci -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/GAaiWxXj6nxTAQTR6 5. APPOINTMENTS a. Agricultural Commission - Benjamin RousseauApproved by vote 8-0-1 (1 absent) Annual License Renewals = Approved by vote 8-0-1 (1 absent) PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONSa. National Citizen Survey (aka Citizen Satisfaction Survey) - Kate Hinckley, Director of GIS https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._-_discussion_-_national_citizen_survey.pdf b. Biennial Town Council - Town Administrator Midterm Goals Review - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator motion tabled from a resolution vote perspective as some of the goals will be noted as unable to complete due to funding/resource constraints.c. Town Seal and Logo Presentation - Amy Frigulietti, Deputy Town Administratorafter some contentious discussion, the vote to approve the logo passes 6-2-1 (1 absent)d. The Distribution of Town Initiated Ballot Question Materials - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator; Mark Cerel, Town Attorney; and Nancy Danello, Town Clerk - No real good way to accomplish thisResolution 24-82: Adoption of Updated Fiscal Policies approved after discussion around implication for directing school budget policyResolution 24-80: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44, §53F3/4 Approved by vote 8-0-1 (1 absent) Resolution 24-81: Gift Acceptance - Veterans' Services Department ($2,735), Senior Center ($130.02) , Fire Dept. ($1,515) Approved by vote 8-0-1 (1 absent) Let's listen to the meeting recording which runs a little over 3 hours. Audio link -> --------------Franklin TV video of the meeting available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/5h-UYum-TtQ?&t=132 The agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/tc_agenda_-_dec_18_2024.pdf My set of notes collected in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yn6Ems4Gc0TfI9L-9vE_Ll40oVGHPfFU/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can...

128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained In episode 128 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, discusses crucial fall prevention strategies for the elderly. She shares a personal experience with falling and highlights various factors contributing to falls, including age, medication, environmental hazards, and pride. Marie emphasizes the importance of clear walking spaces, proper footwear, reviewing medications with healthcare providers, and the benefits of physical therapy. She also advises on handling falls if they occur, especially for hospice patients, and the importance of using tools like the Physician Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form for preventing hospital transport, if needed to get the Fire Dept. for a "Mercy Lift".   00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:29 Episode Introduction and Host Welcome 00:37 Personal Fall Incident and Initial Thoughts 01:24 Common Causes of Falls 01:41 Environmental and Seasonal Hazards 02:18 Addressing Chronic Conditions and Footwear 03:07 Distractions and Other Fall Risks 04:01 Pride and Mobility Aids 05:33 Practical Tips for Fall Prevention 06:31 Exercise and Physical Therapy 07:28 Concluding Thoughts on Fall Prevention 08:14 Hospice Specific Safety Considerations 09:03 Final Remarks and Podcast Closure     Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.   In addition you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Kacie Gikonyo's Death Doula School https://hospiceexplained--deathdoulaschool.thrivecart.com/death-doula-school/ Affilitate for the Caregiving Years Training Academy:  https://www.careyearsacademy.com/ref/1096/  Affiliate for DNA is Love listeners also get a 5% discount!! https://dnaislove.com/?coupon=hospiceexplained5  The Death Deck and the E*O*L deck:  https://thedeathdeck.goaffpro.com/  Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com  

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 Thursday, December 19, 2024. • ok, what just happened? • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Topics for this sessionJoint Budget meeting• Health care, pension cost updates; deficit was 3.7ish, now more like 4.5• Communications planned with 5 or 6 listening sessions at different locations, end of Jan through March…Town Council meetingPROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS• Fourth and Sixth Grade Youth Football Teams• Peter Brunelli• Steve Carlucci5. APPOINTMENTS = Agricultural Commission - Benjamin RousseauAnnual License RenewalsPRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONSNational Citizen Survey (aka Citizen Satisfaction Survey) - Kate Hinckley, Director of GIS Biennial Town Council - Town Administrator Midterm Goals Review - Jamie Hellen, Town AdministratorTown Seal and Logo Presentation - Amy Frigulietti, Deputy Town Administrator LegislationResolution 24-82: Adoption of Updated Fiscal PoliciesResolution 24-80: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44, §53F3/4Resolution 24-81: Gift Acceptance - Veterans' Services Department ($2,735), Senior Center ($130.02) , Fire Dept. ($1,515)The recording runs about 40 minutes. Let's listen to my conversation with Tom as we recap both the Joint Budget and Town Council meetings held this week--------------Franklin TV videoJoint Budget -> https://www.youtube.com/live/Pq0-UqDkm4o?&t=54 Town Council -> https://www.youtube.com/live/5h-UYum-TtQ?&t=132 AgendasJoint Budget -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-12-17_joint_budget_subcommittee_meeting_agenda.pdf Town Council -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/tc_agenda_-_dec_18_2024.pdf My set of notes in one PDF -> Joint Budget -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yVajSM_qNPtttoVAWuWjqA9OMDRtTyYl/view?usp=drive_link Town Council -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yn6Ems4Gc0TfI9L-9vE_Ll40oVGHPfFU/view?usp=drive_link --------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like...

Luke Schneider is the Founder and CEO of Fire Dept. Coffee, a certified veteran-owned coffee company. Fire Dept. Coffee gives back to and supports injured firefighters and has been named to the Inc. 5000 list three years in a row. Luke is also a retired firefighter, paramedic, and US Navy veteran. In 2023, he received the Leadership award for Citizenship from the Specialty Food Association.  In this episode…  In a business environment dominated by duplicate products, brands must employ creative measures to stand out and capture consumers' attention. This requires more than having a widespread presence on popular social media apps. How did a community-focused coffee brand gain recognition in thousands of Walmart locations? Former firefighter and US Navy veteran Luke Schneider credits his coffee company's growth to a robust community presence and a resonant mission. He emphasizes building a local community to convey your mission and cultivate a brand identity. For a broader reach, you can communicate your message on various social media platforms by targeting audiences who align with your mission to differentiate your products in the market. Luke maintains that a motivated team and influential culture can promote your community efforts and amplify your mission.  In today's episode of the Up Arrow Podcast, William Harris chats with Luke Schneider, the Founder and CEO of Fire Dept. Coffee (FDC), about building a robust community and team to scale. Luke discusses social selling, FDC's subscription offers, and how the company received its first publicity and navigated a trademark lawsuit.

Alright, so there are a few things on your plate today that may involve the fate of America, but the Garage Hour is nothing if not distracting (with all the cars, trucks, beers, guns, parts, fixing, kerplosions and awesomeness) - let us help you escape, if just for a minute: lithium battery fires don't just kill people, they kill fire departments, household spies hiding in your vacuum, how diamond mines can tell you about cars and trucks being stored instead of sold, and how Kalifornistan keeps taking steps to kill itself. There's also some Hunter S. Thompson goodness, the human body (and why some more efficiency would be good), coyotes versus dogs (and their poop!), and a brief history of commies in government. Now go vote.

DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE TO LISTEN LATER! Included in this episode: "3-y/o Scratched By A Monkey...At Walmart"; "Whistling Madagascar Frogs Named After Star Trek Characters"; "Woman Accidentally Swallows Wedding Ring While Taking Vitamins"; "Airport Bans Hugs That Last Longer Than 3 Minutes"; "Cop Stole $18,000...in Crime Stoppers Rewards"; & "The Mysterious Newfoundland Beach Blobs"!

A proposed new sales tax in Yreka could potentially provide more than $2M to fund the volunteer fire department

In the Final hour of the Marc Cox Morning Show: More details are coming out about the Trump assassination attempt Fire Dept. joins the list of those distancing them from  Andy Frisella Mizzou has a big win over Boston College this weekend Chad Pergram of FOX News talks with Marc about the assassination attempt on President Trump. Thanks for listening!!

In this episode of "Fire Investigation in Focus," hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens dive deep into the intricate world of arson investigation with guest Investigator Caleb Brown. Caleb, a former commercial pilot turned fire investigator, brings a unique analytical perspective to the field. The episode centers around a fascinating case study involving a trash fire in an apartment complex, showcasing the meticulous process of fire investigation. Listeners are taken step-by-step through the investigative process, from examining cigarette butts to ruling out potential ignition sources. The discussion highlights the critical importance of avoiding bias, thoroughly documenting evidence, and leveraging scientific research to build a solid case. Caleb's journey from the cockpit to crime scenes offers intriguing insights into the diverse backgrounds that can contribute to effective fire investigation. They also touch on the challenges of working with district attorneys and the significance of clear, comprehensive reporting. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the science and art of fire investigation, offering a blend of technical knowledge, practical experience, and thought-provoking discussions on the pursuit of truth in arson cases. Don't miss part two, where the investigation continues to unfold!Tiny Expeditions - A Podcast about Genetics, DNA and InheritanceExplore the exciting world of genetics in an easy-to-understand way with Tiny Expeditions.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-13-24 We discuss last night's Trump-Musk chat which pulled in millions of views. It's now also available on YouTube and Rumble. MSM didn't react well at all. The entire process circumvented their perceived role as gatekeepers. Too bad. Story here: https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2024/08/12/trump-on-x-taps-into-a-voting-bloc-that-legacy-media-doesnt-even-know-exists-n2178040   Some St. Charles County voters are questioning the results of a committeewoman vote in last week's primary election. We discuss how the story from FOX2 News was handled very poorly as St. Charles County Director of Elections Kurt Bahr was never contacted regarding the accusation. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-charles-county-voters-suspect-voter-fraud-from-election-director/?utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral   An anti-police activist is accused of property damage during the protests against the Ferguson police department, and he's on the St. Louis civilian police oversight board...you just can't make this stuff up. And he's a delegate to the DNC Convention...well, of course he is. Story here:  https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-activist-oversight-board-member-charged-in-protest/   (6:35am) Pete Sepp, President of the non-profit, non-partisan National Taxpayers Union, talks about Gov. Tim Walz's career voting record on taxes, spending, and regulations.  (https://www.ntu.org/) (https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/pete-sepp)   MORNING NEWS DUMP: Texas wants hospitals to track how many patients are citizens and how many are illegal aliens, and more importantly, how much they're costing the state in funding! Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/gov-abbott-issues-executive-order-requiring-texas-hospitals-to-gather-data-on-immigration-statuses/ar-AA1oB3k3?ocid=BingNewsSerp Israel expects more attacks soon. A state audit of the St. Louis Public School District begins today. There's a lot of fishy numbers floating around. Superintendent Keisha Scarlett has been placed on leave.  A couple dozen visitors to the Arch were stuck in the north leg's tram on Monday afternoon as it made its way back down to earth. The Fire Dept. got everyone out OK. The north side of the Arch is temporarily closed. Cardinals opened their series with the Reds in Cincinnati with a 6-1 loss. Game 2 of 3 is this evening at 5:40pm.    NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-13-24 We discuss St. Louis City's never-ending pro-criminal approach to local policies, including a long-time St. Louis activist who's been involved in the Ferguson protests. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-activist-oversight-board-member-charged-in-protest/   MORNING NEWS DUMP: Texas wants hospitals to track how many patients are citizens and how many are illegal aliens, and more importantly, how much they're costing the state in funding! Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/gov-abbott-issues-executive-order-requiring-texas-hospitals-to-gather-data-on-immigration-statuses/ar-AA1oB3k3?ocid=BingNewsSerp Israel expects more attacks soon. A state audit of the St. Louis Public School District begins today. There's a lot of fishy numbers floating around. Superintendent Keisha Scarlett has been placed on leave.  A couple dozen visitors to the Arch were stuck in the north leg's tram on Monday afternoon as it made its way back down to earth. The Fire Dept. got everyone out OK. The north side of the Arch is temporarily closed. Cardinals opened their series with the Reds in Cincinnati with a 6-1 loss. Game 2 of 3 is this evening at 5:40pm.   (8:35am) St. Charles County Director of Elections Kurt Bahr responds to concerns that have been raised regarding the August 6 election returns. We discuss how the story from FOX2 News was handled very poorly with Kurt Bahr never being contacted regarding the accusation. Story here:  https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-charles-county-voters-suspect-voter-fraud-from-election-director/?utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral (https://www.sccmo.org/) Email: election@sccmo.org   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This episode of INFOCUS Podcast features hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens recording live in front of Scott's Investigation 1B class on their lunch break. The hosts dive into a range of topics starting with a discussion on recent cases and common misunderstandings in the field, such as the confusion between negative corpus and the process of elimination in report writing.The episode takes an interactive turn as the hosts field questions from the students, covering topics like evidence collection, report writing, and the challenges faced by new investigators. Scott and Chasity share valuable insights on articulating findings, using AI for transcription, and the importance of mentorship in the field. They also debate the concept of "imposter syndrome" and how it affects investigators at various stages of their careers.The conversation takes an interesting detour into the differences between public and private sector investigations, with Scott sharing his experience transitioning from public to private work. The hosts also discuss onboarding procedures for new investigators and the importance of preventative care in the profession.As always, the episode concludes with their signature segment "Can You Use It in a Sentence?" featuring the word "stoichiometric" and teasing a new term, "concoidal." The hosts wrap up with a playful ad for Fire Department Coffee. This episode offers a unique blend of professional insights, student interaction, and the hosts' trademark humor, making it an engaging listen for both seasoned investigators and newcomers to the field.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

Today I sat down with Lt. Jay Walsh retired from 59 Engine on the FDNY. Lt. Walsh has over 40 years of experience in the Fire Service. He started as a teenager in the Newington Volley FD and then got hired by New Britain CT. Fire Dept where he was assigned to Engine 1 and also was one of the first firefighters to start the New Britain Rescue 1 Co. He later joined the FDNY , serving at 75 engine and 33 truck in the Bronx. He would eventually end up in 59 Engine as a LT., where he would eventually retire from in 2018. His knowledge and experience are second to none. And now he shares that knowledge, by teaching proby firefighters at the CT. Fire Academy. And he also shares his experiences as a career firefighter, from the volleys, rescuing a woman at a fire, 9/11 and time in the Harlem Zoo. In my opinion one of the best fire officers to have worn the uniform. Thank you and I hope you enjoy the interview.

Grabs 131 St George Fire Dept, Louisiana (June 14, 2023)Grant speaks with Lt Aaron Kowal about a grab that was made on June 14, 2023LT Aaron Kowal8A4-plex with fire upon arrivalZero viz, clutterOriented Search, Capt with TICFelt table/chair legs then kid9 year old kid, agonal breaths, 80 lbsDirty drag, let Capt handle radioTook kid 1/3 mile to EMS, then went back in to finish searchOccupy spaceTime is more important than absolute thoroughnessTIC didn't pick up victim because victim was behind a glass table turned over.1 min arrival to door2 min door to victim out

VISIT WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY to get TWO FREE COURSES from World Relief! Redeem the offer with your one-time or monthly gift of $25 or more. This offer ends on June 30, 2024, so visit WORLDRELIEF.ORG/REFUGEEDAY today to learn more.Top headlines for Friday, June 7, 2024In this episode, we delve into the United Methodist Church's response to the departure of a regional body with over 1 million members. We also discuss the controversy surrounding a new Star Wars spinoff, accused by fans of pushing LGBT ideology. Additionally, we explore the stance of most Protestant pastors in the U.S. who continue to oppose same-sex marriage, noting a stall in the previously growing support among mainline clergy. Lastly, we highlight Rosaria Butterfield's advice on witnessing to gay individuals, drawing from her experience as a former lesbian activist turned Christian.Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsLA Co. Fire Dept. allows partial exemption to Christian lifeguard | U.S. NewsUMC responds to 1 million member conference leaving denomination | Church & Ministries NewsCarl Lentz reveals Hillsong Church browbeat him into signing NDA | Podcast News'Star Wars' spinoff 'The Acolyte' pushes LGBT ideology | Entertainment NewsMost Protestant pastors oppose gay marriage: survey | Church & Ministries NewsRosaria Butterfield gives advice for witnessing to gay friends | Podcast NewsWoman says Jesus freed her from same-sex attraction, porn | Living News

In this episode, Chasity and Scott have the author of Kirk's Fire Investigation as our guest. They discuss Dave Icove's background, including his early interest in fire investigation sparked by getting a fire prevention merit badge as a Boy Scout. Dave shares his experience working for the FBI in the 1980s doing arson profiling and analysis using an early AI system called VAX that could process news reports and other data. He talks about interviewing incarcerated serial arsonists and the Kirk's Fire Investigation book he co-authors.Dave provides insights into modern AI capabilities like language models and using them ethically for research and analysis in fire investigation. The hosts discuss the need to teach younger generations about leveraging AI tools. They get Dave's perspective on the upcoming 9th edition of Kirk's Fire Investigation potentially including an AI chapter.The show covers training events, listener feedback, fire investigation terminology like "statute of repose" and "truncated cone pattern", and the value of local fire investigation chapters and presenting at conferences to break into the training profession. Throughout, Dave shares his decades of experience in fire investigation.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, give us 5 stars, hit the follow button, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

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The guest on episode 4 was Ryan McCulloch, a fire captain and fire investigator, who shared his experience preparing for a jury trial involving a fire started by a transient person and causing fire damage to a concrete sidewalk. He detailed the challenges he faced, including the defense citing and questioning specifics from Kirk's Fire Investigation, like concrete discoloration caused by the fire, biases, and more. Ryan explained how he utilized AI to prepare for questioning on certain sections of NFPA 921 and emphasized the importance of paying attention to objections during his testimony. The hosts also covered Ryan's transition from working in fire suppression to becoming an investigator.  The word of the day, "saponification," was defined and used in a sentence related to commercial kitchen fires, and a new "phrase" of the episode was given. The episode teased an interview with an author of Kirk's Fire Investigation for the next episode.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode hit the follow button and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastFacebook: INFOCUS podcastSupport INFOCUS podcast by purchasing Fire Dept Coffee using the hyperlink below!:alnk.to/6mPm2oj and use code INFOCUS for 10% off.

Scott and Chasity discuss positive feedback from their first episode and meeting listeners at the IAAI-ITC conference in Las Vegas. Highlights from IAAI-ITC include record attendance, engaging training classes, and favorite events like The Sphere and Penn & Teller show.The INFOCUS podcast has a new affiliate relationship with Fire Dept Coffee, use this link to support our podcast, https://alnk.to/4fQ8u8E with discount code ‘INFOCUS' for 10% off.Key training takeaways emphasize the importance of systematic investigation, recognizing fire damage may be worse away from an elevated origin, and how Chasity applied her training while unexpectedly teaching alongside expert Steve Carman.Chasity shares a case study where her Molotov cocktail training allowed her to discover critical evidence initially missed in a church fire, underlining the value of continuing education. The hosts mention upcoming training opportunities such as conferences in Arkansas and Montana, free National Fire Academy courses, California's Fire Investigation Academy, and online resources like CFItrainer.net & DCARI.In conclusion, Scott and Chasity stress the importance of having knowledgeable colleagues to consult on investigations. They give a shout-out to the CSI On Fire Podcast, tease an upcoming appearance on The Fire Break Podcast, and provide a link to referenced fire pattern studies below. Instagram- @infocus_podcastLinkedIn- INFOCUS PodcastFire Dept Coffee Link: https://alnk.to/4fQ8u8E and use code ‘INFOCUS' for 10% offSteve Carman Z-Factor Case Study- https://carmanfireinvestigations.com/publications/Drop Box Link to Fire Pattern Case Studies- https://www.dropbox.com/sh/hi81lzzp8gfzs6o/AADklhX64TMRN2wCc4HQgTpHa?dl=0National Fire Academy- https://www.usfa.fema.gov/nfa/Free online training:IAAI CFI Trainer- cfitrainer.net DCARI Dane County Arson Response Initiative- dcariwi.orgThank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode hit the follow button and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you are listening in from. Follow us on social!Instagram: @infocus_podcastLinkedIn: INFOCUS podcastTikTok: @infocus_podcast

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 04-16-24 Trump trial begins in NYC as dozens of potential jurors are dismissed. Will the defense lawyers be able to find impartial jurors? Would you want to be on that jury?  St. Louis City Board of Aldermen approve the city's first "Baby Box" at Fire Dept. Engine House #17 at MLK Drive and Leonard Ave. on the near north side. Pro-abortionists are against a "baby box" in the city? Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/aldermen-pass-baby-box-bill-in-city-of-st-louis/ Substitute teacher Jason Jennings was removed from Parkway Central High School after taking down left-wing materials (BLM & Pride) in a classroom. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/education/gay-pride-black-lives-matter-st-louis/63-c3c423b8-f436-41ff-8617-b1ec186bdfb3 Also story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/political-candidate-tears-up-blm-and-pride-signs-in-parkway-classroom/ Elaine Parker from the Job Creators Network talks about the latest student loan cancellation effort by the Biden administration, whether it's legal or not, and if schools are also at fault. (https://www.jobcreatorsnetwork.com/) (@Elaine_Parker) MORNING NEWS DUMP: Pro-Hamas demonstrators tie up traffic on bridges in NYC and San Francisco along with blocking I-190 leading into O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. White House national security spokesperson John Kirby commented on the unfreezing of Iranian funds in relation to the attack on Israel over the weekend. St. Louis City wants to bring back red light cameras, despite the fact that they're illegal and unconstitutional according to the Missouri Supreme Court. The U.S. House delivers impeachment articles to the Senate. Story here: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-delivers-mayorkas-impeachment-articles-schumer-setting-up-trial-proceedings Tony Leara, a 90-year-old St. Louis County resident, is suing the County for not accepting applications to have property tax bills frozen. Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2024/04/15/man-suing-st-louis-county-over-senior-property-tax-freeze/ Cardinals get another solid outing from pitcher Sonny Gray (6 innings/4 hits/no runs) as they beat the Oakland A's 3-1. Game 2 of the series is tonight in Oakland at 8:40pm.  NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 04-16-24 St. Louis City Board of Aldermen approve the city's first "Baby Box" at Fire Dept. Engine House #17 at MLK Drive and Leonard Ave. on the near north side. Pro-abortionists are against a "baby box" in the city? Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/aldermen-pass-baby-box-bill-in-city-of-st-louis/ Trump trial begins in NYC as dozens of potential jurors are dismissed. Will the defense lawyers be able to find impartial jurors? Would you want to be on that jury?  Former U.S. Rep. Vicky Hartzler talks about current tensions in the Middle East and the Biden administration's diplomacy-first efforts. (https://christiansengaged.org/) Armorer on the set of the movie "Rust" is sentenced to 18 months in jail. How will that affect Alec Baldwin? Story here: https://redstate.com/jimthompson/2024/04/15/rust-armorer-sentences-to-18-months-does-not-bode-well-for-alec-baldwin-n2172827 NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2024 History is still being made as Tottiyuana Jones becomes the first Black, Woman to become a fire fighter in Pike Township. Plus Washington Township is hiring School Bus Drivers, Mechanics and Bus Attendants. Mike Reinhardt, Associate Director of Transportation joins us live in studio.

Lucas and Ashley welcome Brown Simpson.

Christi and Reece sit down with Fire Chief Ken Watkins and hear about the evolution of the fire department, future growth, recruitment efforts, fire safety and more for this month's Full Circle Podcast!If you prefer to watch to your podcasts, head over to our YouTube  page to watch this and all our podcasts!

Firefighter, paramedic, and social media sensation Jason Patton joins host JT to talk about balancing career, family life, and a vibrant online presence by blending humor, education, and community impact.When he's not creating hilarious viral videos about safety and emergency response, Jason serves as VP of Fire Department Coffee. This certified veteran-owned business is committed to exceptional freshly roasted coffee and supporting fellow firefighters and first responders in need through their charitable foundation.Jason's story is about the art of finding your edges with laughter, inspiration, and an unwavering commitment to service. You can learn more about Fire Dept. Coffee on their website or follow them at @firedeptcoffee. To catch Jason's content, follow @firedepartmentchronicles.- - - - - - - - - - -Support Consequence of HabitSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram | Twitter | WebsiteThe show is Produced and Edited by Palm Tree Pod Co.

In this episode I sit down with my dad Mike Kerr. We discuss the fire service back in the day and how it has changed. My dad tells his story about his love of the fire service as a kid and how he got started as a volunteer in Prince Georges County in Greenbelt, to becoming a career firefighter with the DCFD as a Tillerman at T12.  Our family moved from Prince Georges County to Montgomery County, where he became a volunteer with the Burtonsville Vol. Fire Dept. He moved through the volunteer ranks and eventually became the longest serving chief. He honed his leadership skills and became a respected Chief through the county. 

Today on DWB, I'm joined by Navy Veteran and retired Firefighter, Luke Schneider, Founder & CEO of Fire Department Coffee, a veteran-owned and firefighter-run coffee company that is dedicated to roasting high-quality coffee while giving back to first responders and other heroes in need.Inspired by the vital role that coffee plays in helping firefighters stay alert and energized through long shifts, Fire Dept. Coffee was founded by Luke and his wife, Kate in 2016 What fascinates me the most about Luke and his company is their ability to gain such massive traction in a saturated market such as coffee and CPG as a whole. On the show, Luke peels back the curtain and brings up to speed on Fire Department Coffee Started, How It's Going, and what the road ahead looks like. Be sure to subscribe to the Dog Whistle Brand Newsletter on Substack here: www.dogwhistlebranding.comOrder my book, “Black Veteran Entrepreneur” here: https://amzn.to/3gme7kgLearn more about Fire Department Coffee here: https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/

Grabs 108 Klein Fire, TX (March 19 2023)Gentry O'Connor1 story residentialNo reports of victimsFrom outside looked like abandoned homeD-18:37 A-18:41 Vict found 18:44 Out at 18:45Zero vizHeard victim yelling for help.Skylights failed and conditions went from zero viz to heavy fire.Vict found in kitchenSingle person dragDifficulty finding exit that would work-tried to go out through garage-garage was still closed.FF noticed power was still on and hit garage door button and it workedTripped over bricks on way out. Handed off victim and then went back in to be with nozzle FF.Vict 220 lbs, FF Combat Challenge style drag

Thursday June 1, 2023 *** Kelly's prediction comes true *** Dumb things we believed as kids *** JLO & Ben buy a $60M mansion *** Brandon puts Kelly's spelling to the test *** High Five: Hardy, AR. Fire Dept raises thousands for FILL the BOOT campaign *** Celebrating the life of Andy Griffith ***