Podcast appearances and mentions of London Fire Brigade

From Firefighter to Female Mechanic: Hannah's Story of Reinvention, Resilience & RiskIn this episode of She Who Dares Wins, Michelle sits down with Hannah Gordon, a former London firefighter, semi-professional athlete, and now a female mechanic and TV presenter, to talk about daring career pivots, mental resilience, and what it's really like to work in male-dominated industries.From her first night shift during the London riots, to dealing with loss, burnout, and the collapse of her own business during the pandemic, Hannah's journey is anything but ordinary. We talk about how she rebuilt her identity, why failure is non-negotiable when you're forging your own path, and how she's navigating her next bold move.What we cover:Life inside the London Fire Brigade during crisisTransitioning from emergency services to automotive repairThe truth about being a woman in the car industryHow Hannah handled her business going underWhy chasing adrenaline can be both your power and your pressureFinding purpose after burnoutGetting into TV presenting, e-scooter racing, and classic car restorationAnd the importance of allowing yourself to start again—at any stageTimestamps00:05 – From Pro Athlete Dreams to the London Fire Brigade06:05 – First Night on the Job: London Riots and Culture Shock08:40 – Coping With Trauma in Emergency Services12:00 – The Wildest Firefighter Callouts (Yes, Curtain Rings Involved)17:08 – Losing a Business in Lockdown: Hannah's Honest Account19:35 – Winning a World Championship and Closing a Business—In One Weekend22:01 – The Truth About Being a Woman in the Automotive IndustryIf you're navigating a career shift, feeling stuck, or wondering if it's too late to chase something new—this conversation will hit home.

A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport caused a major power outage, leading to flight cancellations and disruption for thousands of travelers. The incident occurred before midnight on Thursday, prompting airport officials to halt operations for safety. The London Fire Brigade responded with 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters; they contained the fire and will conduct ongoing safety inspections. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband reported that the main power supply and backup generators failed, affecting operations for about 200,000 travelers expected on Friday. The National Grid worked to restore power, with over 62,000 customers reconnected by morning, but many remained without electricity. Investigators assessed the cause of the fire, and counterterrorism detectives were brought in due to the disruption's impact on national infrastructure. Long-haul flights diverted to alternate airports, and significant delays affected short-haul flights. Approximately 4,000 tons of cargo became stranded due to the closure, complicating logistics for businesses. Even with a potential resumption of operations by Saturday, ongoing effects are expected to disrupt travel.Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  In this episode, I'm joined by writer Thomas Sharp.   His creative life is a blend of commercial commissions and self-initiated projects, each shaped by his deep fascination with language.   You might have seen his words without realising it. Love is Running Towards — his piece for the London Fire Brigade. Or the vast banners welcoming visitors to the British Library. Other clients range from the spectacle makers Cubitts and The Henry Moore Institute to Politico UK and St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust.   But beyond his commissions, Thomas has spent much of his life thinking about the wonder and power of writing, what it can do, and how it moves us. He's distilled that exploration into four words: Language, Consciousness, Magick, and Romance, a phrase that defines his life's work and the title of his latest collection of poems.   So, in this episode, we explore why Language, Consciousness, Magick, and Romance matter.   Links https://www.thepoetryofitall.com/thomassharp https://www.instagram.com/thomassharp/

Martin and I were teammates for many years at Old Colfeians RFC and spent three more seasons running the team as DoR/1stXV Manager. We are also former work-mates in the London Fire Brigade. Our rugby history goes back a long way! LINKS Old Colfeians announce Tim Tunnicliff as DoR – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jggtg4YnCD0 Croatia rugby kit – https://twitter.com/AlbionRFC/status/1161610123246276608 Al Knuckey kick which led to social media shaming – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va9grfq1Mik #rugby #amateurrugby #grassrootsrugby GET STASH England Rugby Store - https://ers.pxf.io/KjV30v British & Irish Lions Store - https://bil.sjv.io/9gNaL4 BUY ME A COFFEE Coffee helps me make more and better episodes. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/amateurrugbypodcast PATREON Join The Amateur Rugby Podcast Patreon community for some extra amateur rugby goodness! (https://patreon.com/amateurrugbypodcast) SUPPORT If you would like to support the podcast in some way there are plenty of options for you on my Support the Podcast (https://www.amateurrugbypodcast.com/support/) page.

In this episode of DroneCast, host Joe Kearns speaks with Lee Newman, a 27-year veteran of the London Fire Brigade and current drone project lead. They discuss Lee's journey from traditional firefighting to pioneering drone integration, his experiences following the Grenfell Tower fire, and his vision for the future of emergency drone operations in the UK, including the development of UK AERO (United Kingdom Emergency Robotics Responders Organisation).

In this episode of DroneCast, host Joe Kearns speaks with Lee Newman, a 27-year veteran of the London Fire Brigade and current drone project lead. They discuss Lee's journey from traditional firefighting to pioneering drone integration, his experiences following the Grenfell Tower fire, and his vision for the future of emergency drone operations in the UK, including the development of UK AERO (United Kingdom Emergency Robotics Responders Organisation).

Join us for the first in a new season of episodes of the Shout!Podcast, where we delve into the realities faced by men in the fire service during Men's Health Month. Rebecca, our Content Editor, brings you candid conversations with three beneficiaries of Fire Fighters Charity, each sharing their personal journeys through mental health challenges and physical health battles.First, we hear from Dean, a firefighter with London Fire Brigade, who opens up about his own mental health challenges and the stigma surrounding men's mental health in the emergency services. Dean shares how his experiences led to the creation of Walk and Talk 999, a support network aimed at encouraging open dialogue among male colleagues.Next, Gee from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service recounts his mental health journey and how reaching out for support made a significant difference to his recovery. He emphasises the importance of recognising early signs and the value of proactive mental health education.Finally, we chat with George from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, who bravely shares his journey through a testicular cancer diagnosis and recovery. George highlights the need for men to be vigilant about their physical health and the benefits of seeking support during challenging times.If these stories resonate with you, remember our Support Line is always available: 0800 3898820. Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Shout!Podcast to stay updated with our latest episodes. Chapters00:00:00 " Welcome to Shout! Podcast00:01:12 " Dean's story00:09:54 " Mental health stigma00:12:12 " Getting help before you need it00:17:05 " Gee's story00:20:41 " Reaching out for help00:29:54 " George's story00:33:56 " Coping mechanisms00:34:57 " Spreading awareness of testicular cancer among men00:38:32 " Talking to others affected by cancer00:40:23 " Get in touch with Shout! Podcast Important linksFind out more about Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk Seek support from Fire Fighters Charity: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/need-help or call the Support Line directly on: 0800 3898820.Find out more about the Reset Programme: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/reset Get in touch with the show by emailing: marketing@firefighterscharity.org.ukSupport the show

In discussion with Rob Feltham, Philip Wilson, brings to life his remarkable journey as Chief Psychologist for UK Civil Service Fast Stream and Emerging Talent. He has led the design of the Fast Stream assessment process, along with the diversity and inclusion strategy and leadership curriculum. The diversity profile of the intake has been transformed in recent years, and Phil provides fascinating insights into the drivers for change and strategies deployed in response. A focus on recruitment from lower social economic backgrounds has had substantial ‘cross-sectional' impact on other areas of diversity. Recruitment from STEM backgrounds has also been a major focus, in line with the demands of the modern civil service. More generally, Phil shares his positive view of the achievements of Business Psychologists in the D&I space, and his optimism about their future contribution.While at Fast Stream, Phil has overseen the multi-award-winning Summer Diversity Internship Programme, Early Diversity Internship Programme, Autism Exchange Internship Programme and other positive action and outreach activities. Prior to his current role he was Head of Occupational Psychology at the London Fire Brigade, as well as Acting Head of Occupational Psychology for Greater Manchester Police, and he has operated as a consultant for a range of industries.Phil has presented at numerous professional conferences & seminars, sits on a variety of advisory boards, and has chaired national committees.  Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of the ABP.

In this episode Tristan is joined by the Co-Chairs of the NFCC On-Call Steering Group, DCFO Steve Healey (Lancashire) and ACFO Andy Cole (Dorset and Wiltshire). Steve and Andy provide an update on the progress of the National Group and the success of the recent On-Call Conference that took place for the first time in five years. Every FRS with On-Call staff attended the conference, which was the first ever NFCC event to sell out (even London Fire Brigade attended!). Presentations from the conference can be found on the FRSA App.If you found this episode of Priority Message helpful, please give the podcast a 5 Star review and recommend to your colleagues. If you haven't already, you can download the FRSA App from the Apple or Google store and fully interact with fellow members and local and national officials. You will have exclusive access to a library of resources, engage in private and secure forums, direct messaging service plus regular local and national updates, all as part of your membership of the FRSA.If you would like to contact the Podcast you can do so via prioritymessage@frsa.org.uk we would welcome your feedback and suggested content for future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ricky Nuttall is an award nominated screenwriter and published poet. After a traumatic childhood Ricky joined the London Fire Brigade, where he served for 18 years. On the 14th June 2017, he worked alongside countless emergency service colleagues at the Grenfell Tower fire that killed 72 people. As a result of the life-changing decisions Ricky made that night, he began a downwards spiral into depression, PTSD and cocaine and alcohol misuse. 5 years later he is a mental health advocate and public speaker, focusing on raising awareness on the importance of social and workplace mental health and well-being. He has been booked to speak for a range of different audiences from government organisations, including the CAA, emergency services and HM Prisons, to billion pound corporate companies as well as schools. Ricky has appeared on multiple podcasts around the world, SAS Who Dares Wins, BBC Breakfast, This Morning, Man Utd TV and various national and local radio stations. Chris Socials: instagram.com/chris.thrall youtube.com/christhrall facebook.com/christhrall christhrall.com Support the podcast at: patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) gofundme.com/christhrall paypal.me/teamthrall Our uncensored content: christhrall.locals.com Mailing list: christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Life Coaching: christhrall.com/coach/

Episode 38 of the Fire Safety Matters Podcast includes Mark chatting with James Pecz, head of global business development at Ramtech Electronics, the Nottingham-based developer of wireless electronic solutions. James focuses his attentions on fire safety regulations in the UK, a comparison of standards on home shores versus the rest of the world, the overriding requirement for early detection systems in tandem with emergency evacuation and the steps that can be taken to improve fire safety regimes on construction sites. Once again, Brian and Mark analyse the key stories emerging from the industry at present. On this occasion, there's an assessment of Warringtonfire's new £24 million Birchwood Park testing facility that has been recognised with a Considerate Constructors Bronze Award in partnership with main contractor Tilbury Douglas. Also, there's a focus on AXA Commercial's advice for businesses in the capital to review their fire risk assessments and staff training in the wake of the London Fire Brigade announcing that it will no longer respond to daytime activations of automatic fire alarms in most non-residential buildings from October. Further, Mark and Brian examine the launch of the Institution of Fire Engineers' Early Careers Networking Group and look back on the Fire & Security Matters Awards 2024, which ran at the CBS Arena in Coventry on 12 June, drawing a record number of entries and attendees.

This is our follow up from #308 - the second part episode with Dave O'Neill MBE. Dave retired from London Fire Brigade as AC of Special Projects in October of 2023 following an incredible career spanning 3 decades in the UK Fire & Rescue Service. In the 2021 New Years Honours he was awarded an MBE for masterminding the fire service support to the Ambulance service and PMART (the multi agency response to covid related deaths at home). He finished his career as the head of Head of Rescue/IEC/International Operations for LFB and now works as the  Director of Operations Institute of Search and Technical Rescue, Chair of Fire Aid and International Development and many other personal and professional commitments spending time giving back to the world of Search & rescue.You can find Dave HEREFind out more about the Institute of Search & Technical Rescue HERE We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX FootwearROAM all Natural Meat SnacksGRENADERIP INTO Podcast ApparelLyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydrated and  for firefighters this costPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

In the early hours of Thursday 23rd January 1958, local firefighters arrived at the Smithfield Meat Market. By the time the blaze was finally contained, days later, two members of the London Fire Brigade were dead and a further twenty-six firefighters were hospitalised.This incident, which was instrumental in modernising firefighters' breathing apparatus and breathing apparatus procedures, proved how great things can be achieved if society learns from tragedies. We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX FootwearROAM all Natural Meat SnacksGRENADERIP INTO Podcast ApparelLyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydrated and  for firefighters this costPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Dave O'Neill MBE retired from London Fire Brigade as AC of Special Projects in October of 2023 following an incredible career spanning 3 decades in the UK Fire & Rescue Service. In the 2021 New Years Honours he was awarded an MBE for masterminding the fire service support to the Ambulance service and PMART (the multi agency response to covid related deaths at home). He finished his career as the head of Head of Rescue/IEC/International Operations for LFB and now works as the  Director of Operations Institute of Search and Technical Rescue, Chair of Fire Aid and International Development and many other personal and professional commitments spending time giving back to the world of Search & rescue.You can find Dave HEREFind out more about the Institute of Search & Technical Rescue HERE We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX FootwearROAM all Natural Meat SnacksGRENADERIP INTO Podcast ApparelLyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydrated and  for firefighters this costPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Siobhan is a 38 year old mother of 2 and more recently a firefighter in London Fire Brigade. Whilst going through her application process she realised there was no one explicitly sharing their journey through the training process in the fire service. This is why she set up thefiremum. She wanted to create a safe space where she can share her journey, any tips along the way and allow others to ask questions.This episode was recorded at the 22nd annual Woman In The Fire Service. Women in the Fire Service UK (WFS) was set up in the 1990s with its purpose of Enabling and inspiring confident and successful women to build a more progressive Fire and Rescue Service. You Can find Siobhan on Instagram HEREYou can find Information on WFS HEREWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX FootwearROAM all Natural Meat SnacksGRENADERIP INTO Podcast ApparelLyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydrated and  for firefighters this costPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Chris Westfield started his Fire service career in 2003 whereby within the same year he was involved in a near death experience operationally at what became known as the TELSTAR HOUSE fire.A 20 Pump High-rise Fire; Telstar House was located on Eastbourne Terrace, Paddington, London. It's an office building that was constructed during the late 60's, the building did not have a sprinkler installation and the floors are set up with open space office landscapes. London Fire Brigade mobilized 135 firefighters to this incident.This incident early in his career led Chris down a passionate path studying fire behaviour and firefighting tactics. Chris became an instructor creating courses and delivering for London Fire brigade the fire service college & subsequently in his role still now in the UKFRS.Chris still serves operationally and in training alongside his current role in fire protection whereby he is using his broad exposure and experience to help drive change within the commercial sector while still delivering fire behaviour training to serving firefighters.We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief & document CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyPATROL STORE UKHAIX FootwearROAM all Natural Meat SnacksGRENADERIP INTO Podcast ApparelLyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydrated and  for firefighters this costLinks for today's episode references:High Rise Fire-fighting: Telstar House (highrisefirefighting.co.uk)A black day in E3. – A retired London Fireman (home.blog)Disused warehouse fire - Bethnal Green | London Fire Brigade (london-fire.gov.uk)Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Ep 199 is loose, and we have a big one for you - we're talking about all the crimes and misdemeanors that occurred during The Great Fire of London!Who or what started the fire? How much of what we know of the blaze is true? And what cheese would you save in a disaster?The secret ingredient is...a biscuit!Sources this week include The Museum of London, Royal Museums Greenwich, History.co.uk, Britannica, Metro News, The Independent, BBC Future, The Monument.org, London Fire Brigade, Oxbowbooks, Smithsonian Magazine, The Diary of Samuel Pepys, The Great Fire of London by Adrian Tinniswood, 1666: Plague War and Hellfire by Rebecca RidealGet cocktails, poisoning stories and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet Find us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoisonerscabinet Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/ Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle (@BeadleBen) and Richard Blanco (@richardblanco_)  examine frustrations with local licensing schemes, and safety issues around ebikes and escooters that may be stored in your rental properties. Ben and Richard are joined by landlord Karen Gregory who has had to wait for years for one of her licensing applications to be processed, and Russell Moffatt, whose Metastreet software was developed to help local authorities process applications. With temperatures plummeting this month, Landlord Support Team leader Danny McKeown-Henshall talks boilers – and the importance of ensuring you have the correct documentation. Later in the show we are joined by Charlie Pugsley, Assistant Commissioner at London Fire Brigade, who shares the latest data on ebike and e-scooter fires – the fastest growing fire risk in the capital. Last year alone three people died and more than 50 people were  injured as a result of fires started by these vehicles, with Charlie discussing advice you can give to your tenants, to keep them – and your properties – safe. If you enjoy the show, please spread the word on your social media channels using the hashtag #listenuplandlords. For all podcast enquiries email press@nrla.org.uk  ACCREDITATION: You can now pick up a CPD point to be used towards NRLA accreditation by listening to the podcast. To log your point, visit the accreditation dashboard in the ‘Your Account' section of the NRLA website. Select ‘Other' then ‘NRLA Podcast' from the dropdown menu. More information To read a full transcript of the show click here. For more information on licensing in your area click here. For information from London Fire Brigade on ebike and escooter safety click here.

In today's episode, we have the privilege of hearing the powerful story of Ricky Nuttall, a mental health advocate and public speaker, and former London Fire Brigade member who faced the unimaginable challenges of the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, that killed 72 people.Ricky takes us on a harrowing journey through that tragic night, sharing the intense emotions, difficult decisions, and the toll it took on his mental health.He provides a chillingly detailed account of the Grenfell Tower fire, recounting the challenges, sacrifices, and the emotional toll of that fateful night. From the desperate moments, the heat, and the thick smoke to the unimaginable task of helping the police identification team for body recovery.Following the Grenfell tragedy, Ricky takes us through his personal descent into depression, PTSD, and substance misuse. He describes his self-destructive mission and the emotional turmoil that led him to rock bottom.But fortunately, he discusses the turning point when he sought help, emphasising the importance of support, counselling, and developing healthier coping mechanisms in his journey towards recovery…. ultimately providing a glimmer of hope.Yet, understandably, the road to recovery was a slow and non-linear process.He shares the challenges of moving away from denial and gaining self-awareness, steadily transforming his mindset, gaining a deeper understanding of himself and the trauma in which he experienced, actively making decisions to facilitate his wellbeing, and the steady process of reconstructing his life.Ricky reflects on his journey of acceptance and rediscovery, highlighting the strength in vulnerability, the power of community, and the importance of open conversation.His story is one of hope, demonstrating that even in the darkest moments, there is a path towards recovery, growth, and personal development.Find Ricky:Website: www.justrick.co.ukInstagram: @rickynuttalloffial 

Apollo Gerolymbos is a digital, data and technology leader with experience in finance, the arts, market research and the emergency services sectors. He is part of the London Fire Brigade as the Head of Data Analytics, Insight & Reporting Leading a multidisciplinary team of 15 people covering data analytics, insight and reporting relating to all the LFB's activities. Today you learn:What is Data AnalyticsThe Role of Data Science in the Future of Fire and RescueThe benefits of Decisions based on DataHow AI language models can be used for incident commandSome actionable steps to use Data Analytics for service efficiency We are trying to commit more time and resource to make the podcast a lasting resource for people and we are doing this through our Patreon page & It's only £3 a month. We give patreon members discounts on merch like coins, hoodies, clothing, patches, tally and also access to all documents shared with the podcast.We only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY with every episode ever made & also get access to every Debrief & Subject Matter expert document shard with us then join our PATREON crew and support the future of the podcast by clicking HERE Get hold of podcast hoodies, clothing & apparel by visiting RIP INTO HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingHAIX FootwearGRENADERIP INTO Support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREPlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

If you are enjoying this show, please consider supporting it by becoming a Patron http://patreon.com/user?u=82757269 Watch the video version here https://www.youtube.com/@IsThisItPodcast Episode Overview: Rebecca's professional accomplishments and origins.What does a champion's Mindset look like?How do you overcome moments of weakness and get over failure?No 1 personal trait you have to adopt to get what you want.How do you build your resilience muscle?How did education help you in your sports career?How do you overcome performance stress and anxiety before competitions?Best practices for doing visualization that works.Why it's good to be nervous before a performance?Where does the willingness to help others come from? Rebecca's purpose. How have you adapted to high pressure environments in your firefighting job and athletic career and developed your resilience?How do you develop quick decision making for yourself?How do you cut the noise and not compare yourself to the opponent during a match?How do you cultivate your confidence?What have you learned about your body in these years of pushing it to the limits?3 important life lessons from Rebecca Rowe.Impact of your relationship with your wife had on your career.Why is the identity athletes assume so painful to move away from after the career ends? Rebeccas preparation to cross Antarctica with ‘Arctic Angels' - 4 women, 50 days, crossskiing in Antarctica 10hrs a day unassisted. Your recipe for happiness. About Guest: Rebecca Rowe is a retired multi-sports international athlete participating in swimming, rowing, rugby and surf lifesaving. She has competed in 4 world championships in 3 different sports with the highlights being double world champion and world record holder in surf lifesaving, 4th at the 2007 World Rowing championships, bronze at the 2007 European Rowing championships and played in 3 six nations tournaments and the 2017 Rugby World Cup. She gained 19 caps for Wales during her rugby career and won 2 premiership club rugby titles with her club Harlequins. She also swam for Wales as a teenager and held many junior and senior west records at the time. She held the British record for a relay channel swim in 2001. Her diverse and dynamic career includes being a professional athlete, rowing coach, PE teacher and currently a firefighter in the London Fire Brigade. Find Rebecca on https://antarcticfireangels.co.uk https://instagram.com/rowerugby Find Dana on: Instagram https://rb.gy/pm0wwp If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to follow and most importantly share! :) Sign Up for My Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/1f9ea0495d70/better-life-one-tap-away --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dana-grinberga/message

We could have an endless debate over the definition of suffering and what constitutes hard. And there are a lot of vague and dismissive things that are said on the topics, such as ‘There's always someone that has it worse than you.”, ‘Look for the silver lining', ‘Everything happens for a reason', or ‘Whatever doesn't kill you, makes you stronger' but no amount of perspective on severity, or validity changes your personal reality at any given moment. You are faced with what you are faced with, you are experiencing that thing or litany of things in the way that you are, and over whatever internal or external time frame that has been imposed on you, it needs to be survived if you are going to. That's it. Just stay in it and fight to get more wins than losses over time. This is what goggins means when he tells you to ‘stay hard'. You don't have to have a great attitude about it, and the root problem or problems may not be solved, but take the steps you can towards it or through it and chalk up another time you were the type of person that acted in the face of something difficult. Show yourself that you can, remind yourself of the times you have before and then show yourself again. My guest this episode is a tremendous resource of hope and possibility in the face of adversity. Yet another powerful example of navigating difficulty as an imperfect human in a complex world. It's a pleasure to bring you Ricky Nuttall Ricky is a Firefighter with the London Fire Brigade and was one of over 250 first responders who were called to the fire at Grenfell Tower, on the 14th of June 2017. The fire tragically claimed the lives of 72 residents and injured over 70 more. He suffered from PTSD as a result of the life-changing decisions he had to make that night, as well as carrying the weight of previous traumatic incidents over a long career. With a new perspective, He's now a mental health advocate and public voice, focusing on raising awareness of the importance of social and workplace mental health and well-being. https://www.justrick.co.uk/ @rickynuttallofficial Sponsorship: @southwest_fire_academy Editing: @bradshea Marketing: @premiummixmarketingco Administration: @haileyfirefit

On International Women's Day we talk to the foreign secretary, James Cleverly MP, as he travels to Sierra Leone to launch the UK's new international women and girls strategy. Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton is one the most senior fire fighters in the UK. The current Chief Fire Officer of West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has in her 22 year career covered major incidents such as the London Bridge terror attack, the Finsbury Park terror attack and the aftermath of Grenfell. Last month on Woman's Hour we discussed the fire service after recent reports hit the headlines of allegations of bullying and sexual harassment of female fire fighters at different services. Last year, an independent review found the London Fire Brigade to be institutionally racist and misogynistic. Just seven percent of fire fighters are women and there are even less in high leadership roles. Sabrina joins Nuala to talk about her new book The Gender Bias The Barriers That Hold Women Back, And How to Break Them, which unpicks why women are judged differently, and how we can tackle those biases, and also tells us whether she thinks the fire service has a problem with women. Sunday marked the end of the European Indoor Championships in Istanbul, a golden weekend for Team GB women. Keely Hodgkinson retained her 800m title before team captain Jazmin Sawyers won a long jump Gold, earning her a first major title of her senior career with a world-leading jump of seven metres. Jazmin now holds the British Indoor record and joins Nuala. What is it like to be a poet, a woman and a performer of poetry at this particular moment in time? Kim Moore aims to answer this question in her new book Are You Judging Me Yet? Poetry and Everyday Sexism. The book contains poems from her collection All the Men I Never Married, for which she won the Forward prize last year. She explains to Nuala McGovern why poetry is the perfect medium for exploring sexism.

A damning report into the culture of London Fire Brigade found a toxic mix of racism, sexism, misogyny and bullying. Launched after a young firefighter of colour took his own life, the review included terrible anonymous accounts from those serving in the capital, women groped during exercises, a black man who had a noose left on his locker. Now File on 4 has discovered shocking new evidence of problems within the fire service elsewhere across the UK. We hear from those subjected to sexual assault, violence and bullying while working on the frontline, left suicidal as a result of the treatment they suffered at the hands of colleagues and those who were hounded out or chose to walk away from a career they loved. Reporter: Jane Deith Producer: Nicola Dowling Technical Producer: Nicky Edwards Editor: Carl Johnston

Nuala McGovern talks to Irish actor Jessie Buckley about her new role as one of an extraordinary ensemble cast in the new film Women Talking. Based on the novel by Miriam Toews, it follows the women of an isolated religious community as they grapple with a huge decision they have to make, as a collective, following the discovery of male violence. Could God go gender neutral in the Church of England and no longer be referred to only as "he" but also as "they" and "she"? Rev Martine Oborne chair of Women and the Church which campaigns for "gender justice" in the church and journalist Anne Atkins discuss. Research estimates 1 in 5 women will lose a pregnancy in their lifetime and 1 in 20 will go through it more than once, but no official record is kept of how many miscarriages happen each year. After losing four pregnancies in the space of two years, with no obvious cause, Jennie Agg set out to understand why miscarriage remains such a profoundly misunderstood, under researched and under acknowledged experience. She has written about it in Life, Almost, which documents her path to motherhood and her search for answers. Dorset Police are investigating allegations that firefighters at Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service had taken photos of women who had died in car accidents and shared the images on a Whatsapp group. In the group, male firefighters are alleged to have made degrading comments about the victims. Several female firefighters also spoke of sexual harassment, including claims a male firefighter demanded sexual favours at the scene of a fire. Nazir Afzal, the former chief prosecutor for North West England who carried out an independent review into the London Fire Brigade last year and Zoe Billingham, former head of the Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue consider if the fire service has a problem with its culture, and in particular women. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Studio Manager: Donald McDonald

"Had to tap their many barrells [sic] of beer to fight the blaze..."

Kresse Wesling, CBE, is a multi-award winning environmental entrepreneur. After first meeting the London Fire Brigade in 2005, Kresse launched Elvis & Kresse, which rescues and transforms decommissioned fire hose into innovative lifestyle products and returns 50% of profits to the Fire Fighters Charity.The company now collects 12 different waste streams and has several charitable partnerships and collaborations across industries. In 2021 Elvis & Kresse also took on a farm in order to establish a regenerative agriculture project, generate their own renewables and implement a host of environmental initiatives. Kresse loves to help people build businesses which solve environmental and social problems. I'm so pleased to have Kresse on the podcast to find out more about how they started their business, and the work that they are doing now to improve the world around them and the way that we are all doing business.It is a really inspiring podcast, and I am sure it will inspire you to see how you make the world a better place.Listen in to hear Kresse share:An introduction to herself and her business (01:22)The inspiration for setting up Elvis & Kresse (01:55)Her background and prior experience (03:05)The process of turning decommissioned fire hoses into beautiful products (05:58)Why the fire hoses are decommissioned and were ending up in landfill (09:48)The process of designing beautiful products from the fire hoses (11:27)Creating your own path when you have a business doing something no one has done before (14:11)The impact Elvis & Kresse has had, and the businesses following in their footsteps (15:40)Being a living wage employer, and donating 50% or profits to charity (18:06)Why their impact matters more than business growth (21:29)How their range has grown, and new Elvis & Kresse products (23:03)Working with the Burberry Foundation, and training women as solar engineers (23:52)Why they decided being sustainable wasn't enough, and are aiming to be net regenerative (26:16)Maintaining their independence (29:35)Her number one tip for how to make your business more sustainable (30:20)USEFUL RESOURCES:Elvis & Kresse WebsiteElvis & Kresse FacebookElvis & Kresse InstagramElvis & Kresse TwitterLET'S CONNECTJoin my free Facebook group for product makers and creatorsFind me on InstagramWork with meMentioned in this episode:Get on the waitlist for my Group Product Creation ProgrammeJoin the waitlist to be first to hear when you can join Create a Product to Sell and get a free 1:1 call with me when you sign up! https://checklist.vickiweinberg.com/waitlist

Four tragic migrant deaths in the Channel, a Qatar corruption scandal and the London Fire Brigade in ‘special measures’. Plus: an exclusive interview with Mick Lynch. With Moya Lothian-McLean, Aaron Bastani & Polly Smythe. __________________________________________ Support Novara Media for as little as £1 a month: https://novaramedia.com/support

Four tragic migrant deaths in the Channel, a Qatar corruption scandal and the London Fire Brigade in ‘special measures’. Plus: an exclusive interview with Mick Lynch. With Moya Lothian-McLean, Aaron Bastani & Polly Smythe. __________________________________________ Support Novara Media for as little as £1 a month: https://novaramedia.com/support

An Independent Culture Review with a comprehensive examination of culture at London Fire Brigade was a recommendation of the internal investigation into the death of a firefighter on development, Jaden Matthew Francois-Esprit, who tragically took his own life in August 2020. Before Jaden's death LFB say they knew there were longstanding issues with poor culture and behaviour at the Brigade and had made many attempts to address these issues, but without success. chaired by Nazir Afzal OBE & done over a period of twelve months, he and his team heard from more than 2,000 current and former members of LFB staff and community groups who shared their experiences of the Brigade. At the end of this period Nazir and his team wrote a report explaining their findings, which you can find HERE. Listen to every episode & Debrief ever made, get full access to discounts, insider info & support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.William Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearPlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramFitness For the Frontline is coaching designed specifically to reflect the physical elements of the role of a Firefighter for those applying for, currently serving in or retired from the fire service.Designed by Firefighters for FirefightersJoin our Facebook group HERETry the program for FREE HERE Get notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HEREPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Well what can we say about this week's episode? Balenciaga and TikTok are involved in some underage nefariousness, the London Fire Brigade might be dicks and a time traveller told us who won the World Cup!

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The London Fire Brigade is "institutionally” misogynist and racist, according a report into its culture. The review, conducted by the former Chief Crown Prosecutor for north-west England, Nazir Afzal, concludes that unless the "toxic culture" is tackled other firefighters will take their own lives. The independent review was established by the London Fire Commissioner after a trainee firefighter took his own life in August 2020. Today's Martha Kearney spoke to Mr Afzal, who told her that he believed the issues he uncovered are common in other fire services. He added he was approached by other fire brigades and organisations as he undertook the review. Martha also spoke to the Commissioner of the London Fire Brigade Andy Roe, who said there was no place for discrimination, harassment and bullying in the brigade.

Author of London Fire Brigade report calls for national inquiry into workplace culture.

Packaging Design Storytime: From Dieline to Production Line Settle down children, and pull up a comfy seat - it's story time. Join Olivia and Micah in the reading corner for this week's nerd alert where Olivia is talking all about the world of packaging design. She shares her early experience of doing bespoke event packaging, and then moving into more commercial packaging where she learnt all of the intricacies, politics, and legalities of big-brand packaging design. As usual, there's also practical tips if you are doing packaging design, or would like to add it to your design repertoire. As usual, we also chat about some other links and fun things. Monotype have gobbled up another collection of typefaces, our friend Elliot Jay Stocks has shared his experience of moving his website to use variable fonts, there's some chatter about blocking web fonts for privacy reasons, and the London Fire Brigade have a charming new custom typeface. You know the drill - if you've seen something cool on the internets that you think we should know about, you can let us know on Twitter or Instagram. You can find us @theleagueof on both platforms. Weekly Typographic Newsletter Links

Note to listeners: this episode was prerecorded in August 2022. 2022: a year of extremes. During the 40 degree summer heat, roads melted and railway lines buckled. The London Fire Brigade had its busiest day since the Blitz as record temperatures led to hundreds of fires across the city. When it finally rained a month later, the Met Office warned of flood risk. But after a dangerously hot summer, we're now worrying about whether we can afford our energy bills during a long, cold winter. This was the year that the climate crisis collided with the scandalously high cost of living. But how are the two related? Why are fossil fuel companies making bumper profits while the rest of us are worried about paying our bills? And can we stay warm while making sure oil and gas stay safely under the North Sea? Ayeisha is joined by Mika Minio-Paluello, climate and industry lead at the Trades Union Congress and Tessa Khan, environmental lawyer and founder and director of Uplift. -Want to join a union? You can find the right one for you on the TUC website: https://www.tuc.org.uk/joinunion - Get involved with the Stop Cambo/Jackdaw and Warm this Winter campaigns: https://www.stopcambo.org.uk/ and https://www.warmthiswinter.org.uk/ ----- Music by Blue Dot Sessions and Podington Bear, used under Creative Commons licence. Researched by Margaret Welsh. Produced by Becky Malone. Enjoying the show? Tweet us your comments and questions @NEF! The Weekly Economics Podcast is brought to you by the New Economics Foundation. Find out more at www.neweconomics.org

Today, my guest is Paul Embery, a British author, political commentator, firefighter, and trade union activist for the London Fire Brigade. Embery is a columnist for publications like Unherd, HuffPo, the BBC, and serves as a guest host for The Political Correction segment of GB News.In 2020, Embery published his best selling book, Despised: Why the Modern Left Loathes the Working Class. It was this illuminating and controversial book that inspired me to reach out and invite him on the show. Drawing on his background as a lifelong liberal who grew up in the blue collar town of Dagenham, Embery writes passionately about the disconnect between the traditional working-class values of his upbringing vs. globalization and the new wave of identity politics that now dominates the Labour Party.  During our chat, we discussed the many parallels between Britain's Labour Party, and America's Democratic Party. The similarities are stunning, to say the least. I hope you enjoy Paul's insight and candor as much as I did.Watch Episode:True Thirty is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to True Thirty at truethirty.substack.com/subscribe

Stephen Charles served for 25 years in the London Fire Brigade, retiring in 2018. After an amazing career, Stephen became an author and had his first book published, 'Blood, Soot and Tears'. His book was so well received, that he set about writing his second, which was entitled, 'When The Bells Go Down'. This gripping podcast sheds some light on Steve's experiences, serving in one of Britain's busiest brigades. Read 'Eating Smoke: One Man's Descent into Crystal Meth Psychosis in Hong Kong's Triad Heartland.' Paperback UK: https://amzn.to/2YoeaPx Paperback US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0993543944 Support the podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-our-veterans-to-tell-their-story https://paypal.me/TeamThrall Sign up for my NON-SPAM newsletter and FREE books: https://christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Social media Links: https://facebook.com/christhrall https://twitter.com/christhrall https://instagram.com/chris.thrall https://linkedin.com/in/christhrall https://youtube.com/christhrall https://discord.gg/yqvHRUN https://christhrall.com 

Steve Dudeney joined the London Fire Brigade in 1987 and spent 31 years serving his community.Starting on Blue Watch at Bethnal Green fire station in East London where they averaged around 4000 calls per year.As his career progressed, he took promotion and spent time at both Plaistow and Bow Fire Stations, also in the East End serving in every rank from Firefighter to Temporary Assistant Divisional Officer as Station Commander.He was promoted to Group Manager and worked in Training then at HQ in Special Operations during the 2012 London Olympics.In 2013 he became a Borough Commander for the ‘Borough of fire' Hackney & for the final eight months moved back to Tower Hamlets and ended up as Commander for the Borough he grew up.He retired in July 2018 and now works as a fire and resilience consultant doing any number of things from fire safety to lecturing on the National Inter Agency Liaison Officers course at the Fire Service College.Steve is the author of LONDON FIREFIGHTER published in 2022 which you can find HEREListen to every episode & Debrief ever made, get full access to discounts, insider info & support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.William Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearRosenbauerDuty Crew CoffeePlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramFitness For the Frontline is coaching designed specifically to reflect the physical elements of the role of a Firefighter for those applying for, currently serving in or retired from the fire service.Designed by Firefighters for FirefightersJoin our Facebook group HERETry the program for FREE HERE Get notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HERE

Roy Wilsher OBE QFSM is head of HM Inspector of Constabulary and HM Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services.Roy began his career in the Fire Service in 1981, in North London before rising through several positions from Senior Divisional Fire Safety Officer, lead for the restructure of London Fire Brigade, Assistant Commissioner for Fire Safety in London, deputy chief and then chief for Hertfordshire & was also Chief Executive for Hertfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner.Roy was appointed as the first Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council before taking on his current role as well as being a member of the Expert Panel and advising the government following the Grenfell tragedy. Listen to every episode & Debrief ever made, get full access to discounts, insider info & support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.William Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearRosenbauerDuty Crew CoffeePlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramGet notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HERE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMgwMk0KMZo The Mindful Muslim is an Inspirited Minds podcast that hosts raw, open, and honest conversations on various topics within the sphere of mental health, psychology, Islam and spirituality. In this episode, Sivan spoke to Faisal who is a creative entrepreneur based in Cambridgeshire and has a background in marketing, coaching/mentoring and community development. After being diagnosed with ADHD and dyspraxia in November 2021, he feels that it's now part of his duty to raise awareness about neurodiversity in the Muslim community and beyond as being undiagnosed for 26 years of life impacted his life, upbringing, education, relationships, spirituality, mental health and career. Faisal's creativity as an artist has helped him therapeutically throughout life and he likes to show the impact it can have in wider society and his mental health. He continues to implement awareness in society about neurodiversity, most recently helping create the neurodiversity training package and support groups for staff at London Fire Brigade. He also has created social media awareness channels to raise awareness about ADHD which have received a worldwide response - especially from the Muslim community. A video Faisal created about having ADHD in November went viral, the reaction from the Muslim world showed him the importance of raising awareness about it. He believes that Muslims need to also learn that learning difficulties are different to mental health issues however can exist and can impact them further. Their discussion explored: Impacts of ADHD on mental, physical and spiritual well-being and as well as social, educational and work livesMisconceptions and stereotypes surrounding ADHD and neurodiversityNavigating life after a late ADHD diagnosis and being able to understand childhood experiencesRegaining confidence and building self-esteemManaging lifestyles and self-care practices to embrace ADHDHelping others understand ADHD You can find Faisal on Instagram @adhdvisualized. If you would like to ask our team a question, suggest a topic you would like us to discuss one of the episodes or even feature as a guest speaker, then please do get in touch with the Mindful Muslim Podcast Team at podcast@inspiritedminds.org.uk Support our Podcast by becoming a Torchbearer for Inspirited Minds.

Tuesday had to be the busiest day for London's firefighters since World War Two after devastating wildfires destroyed people's homes. On a normal day, the London Fire Brigade receives 350 calls daily, and on a busy day, around 500. However, on Tuesday the service received more than 2,600 calls at once. We got Simon Carter, who was our producer and now lives in London for an update. #DarrenKeriSkyOnECR

Europe's heatwave looked set to peak yesterday, but temperatures may remain above normal into the middle of next week according to the World Meteorological Organisation. London Fire Brigade declared a major incident due to “a huge surge” in blazes across the capital amid 40°C heat yesterday Rachael Venables is a correspondent with LBC radio and joined from the scene of one of the worst fires yesterday in Wennington. We also spoke to Cliodhna O'Flynn, Journalist and Broadcaster in Spain.

Temperatures have exceeded 40C for the first time ever in the UK. The London fire bridgade has declared a 'major incident' with multiple fires across the city. Fields and buildings are on fire in East London and there is a wildfire in Croydon in south London. In Wellingdon in east London a wild fire has destroyed at least seven homes after sweeping through fields. London correspondent Ellie Jay spoke to Corin Dann.

London Fire Brigade has 2 fire boats,  the Fire Dart and Fire Flash. They are moored at Lambeth river station and are used for a variety of incidents, such as people stranded in the River Thames, fires on boats, crashed boats, and riverside property on fire.What is a Fire Boat....basically A fire engine on the water. LFB's current fire boats were specially built for them. They are a class of boat called a ‘Wave Patroller', and each has a slightly different specification.Fire Dart and Fire Flash are both fast twin-engined, single-hulled landing crafts. They have been designed with shallow draft – a flat bottom – for use on rivers and inland waterways. Both have a reinforced keel, so they can ‘beach' the boats on the Thameside and lower the access ramp without harm.Fire boat statistics:Their Top speed = 30 knots – 33 mphFitten with 2  Water pumps = 2 x Hamilton 291 water jetsA max Water supply = 1800 litres per minute Each Fire boat has a crew of four led by Crew Manager The fire boats launched 147 times in 2017, though it varies from year to year. One of the most famous fire boats – the retired Massey Shaw – is credited with saving over 500 lives as one of the ‘little ships' fleet at Dunkirk. Like their current fire boats, she has a relatively flat hull so was able to get closer to the shore.This meant many soldiers could wade out and climb aboard, to be ferried to the larger ships. She was the only boat in the fleet to make three trips to the beaches, and was crewed by firefighters who volunteered for the dangerous rescue mission.A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode. You can learn more about our partners by clicking on their links below: Rosenbauer&William Wood WatchesSee the specific TWISTER CROSS Rosenbauer boots I was talking about by clickingHEREGet notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HEREFollow the podcast onYoutubeFacebookInstagramTo learn more about the podcast or become a partner of the podcast Jump over to our website by clicking HERE

This is the second part of my conversation with John McDonough who has been a professional firefighter for 34 years with the Fire and Rescue New South Wales in Sydney Australia.He is currently an operational Duty Commander in charge of 14 stations in the busy inner west zone of Sydney. He was Team Leader of the Fire Operational Training Team (FOTT). This team trains all firefighters and officers in structural fire behavior and firefighting techniques and tactics.He is extremely passionate about the introduction of modern fire behavior-based firefighting techniques and tactics specifically developed to make the role of firefighters safer and more effective. Over the last 17 years, this has developed into a standardized doctrine for how firefighters act and behave at the task and tactical level. It is taught at all levels from recruit to Station Officer.He is a co-author of ‘3D Firefighting – Training, Tactics and Techniques', which is published in the USA by FPP / IFSTA. In 2009 he was awarded Australia's highest honor for Fire Officers, the Australian Fire Service Medal for his work in structural firefighting training. He has a Certificate 4 in Training and Assessment and an Advanced Diploma in Management.In this episode, we talk about the following areas:Eyre Massey Shaw's Complete Fire Manual of the organization, machinery, discipline & general working of the London Fire Brigade from 1876 PDFTraining on Non-negotiables by John McDonough PDFThe Science of Water Extinguishment by John McDonough PDFAs an added bonus for listeners, you can get more information and resources about these subjects by clicking HEREGet notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HEREFollow the podcast onYoutubeFacebookInstagramTo learn more about the podcast or become a partner of the podcast Jump over to our website by clicking HEREA big thanks to the support of our partners for being part of the FFP familyWilliam Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearWe are proud to support The Firefighters Charity. Did you know the charity has its own App now called The MyFFC App and can be accessed on any smartphone by clicking HERE to help beneficiaries engage with the Charity and the support they are able to give.  

John McDonough has been a professional firefighter for 34 years with the Fire and Rescue New South Wales in Sydney Australia.He is currently an operational Duty Commander in charge of 14 stations in the busy inner west zone of Sydney. He was Team Leader of the Fire Operational Training Team (FOTT). This team trains all firefighters and officers in structural fire behavior and firefighting techniques and tactics.He is extremely passionate about the introduction of modern fire behavior-based firefighting techniques and tactics specifically developed to make the role of firefighters safer and more effective. Over the last 17 years, this has developed into a standardized doctrine for how firefighters act and behave at the task and tactical level. It is taught at all levels from recruit to Station Officer.He is a co-author of ‘3D Firefighting – Training, Tactics and Techniques', which is published in the USA by FPP / IFSTA. In 2009 he was awarded Australia's highest honor for Fire Officers, the Australian Fire Service Medal for his work in structural firefighting training. He has a Certificate 4 in Training and Assessment and an Advanced Diploma in Management.In this episode, we talk about the following areas:Eyre Massey Shaw's Complete Fire Manual of the organization, machinery, discipline & general working of the London Fire Brigade from 1876 PDFTraining on Non-negotiables by John McDonough PDFThe Science of Water Extinguishment by John McDonough PDFAs an added bonus for listeners, you can get more information and resources about these subjects by clicking HEREGet notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HEREFollow the podcast onYoutubeFacebookInstagramTo learn more about the podcast or become a partner of the podcast Jump over to our website by clicking HEREA big thanks to the support of our partners for being part of the FFP familyWilliam Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearWe are proud to support The Firefighters Charity. Did you know the charity has its own App now called The MyFFC App and can be accessed on any smartphone by clicking HERE to help beneficiaries engage with the Charity and the support they are able to give.  

What does fighting a global disaster have to do with fighting financial crime? In this episode, we'll talk to Roy Wilsher, former Chair of the UK National Fire Chiefs Council. Over Roy's 40 year career, he has led disaster responses to catastrophic events such a tsunami in Japan and a major rail crash in London. Hear lessons learned from Roy's career and how we can apply these tactics to our financial crime risk management approach.Roy Wilsher began his career in the Fire Service in 1981 in North London.  In 1998, Roy became Senior Divisional Fire Safety Officer, responsible for 11 boroughs in North and West London. Roy served as the project lead for the restructure of the London Fire Brigade in 2001 and became Assistant Commissioner for Fire Safety in London in 2002.  From April 2013 to March 2017, he was also Chief Executive for Hertfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner. Roy was the first Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council and now advises the Home Office on fire reform.You can hear more of our conversation with Roy by visiting actimize.nice.com/podcastTo support the UK Children's Burn Trust, click here. 

Welcome to Building Brand You, the podcast that helps you accelerate your success by unlocking your greatest asset – you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: To contribute at your best, surround yourself with people who have like values. Working on your TERMS - Time, Energy, Resources, Money & Skills. Building a community can help you promote your events, courses, etc. and have a single place to communicate with and listen to what your audience needs.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Helena Holrick is master coach and mentor to creative business owners, speakers, authors and coaches who need to get stuff done without a pitstop in overwhelm, through a blend of personal growth coaching, practical methodical learning and professional guidance. Having trained thousands of people in diverse organisations for over 30 years, and coached hundreds of entrepreneurs, Helena knows that structure and systems are the key to success for every business, and that building community is a core aspect that helps growth happen. She's opened 17 TGI Friday's restaurants, worked on the cutting edge of technology as video conferencing began to enter the workplace and managed training, development and coaching at the London Fire Brigade.   She's the co-founder of Speaker Insight, helping speakers authors and coaches to build a business On Your Terms, and the owner of Helping You Shine where the philosophy is to help creatives and business owners to FIND, OWN and SHARE their Brilliance. She has a blend of patience and no nonsense coaching that means people make steady progress, without being overwhelmed. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or lost in your business, let her get you on track: https://calendly.com/speakerinsight/getunstuck COURSE: Groups That Give & Grow: www.speakerinsight.com/groupsthatgiveandgrow CONNECT WITH HELENA HOLRICK: The Connection Hub: www.facebook.com/groups/theconnectionhub Speaker Insight: www.speakerinsight.com Book a 15 min call: https://calendly.com/speakerinsight/getunstuck Email: helena@speakerinsight.com ABOUT THE HOST: Kym Hamer is an international business coach, serial entrepreneur, and the creator of Building Brand You™, a methodology helping organisations, teams and individuals to build visibility and reputational rigor as essential building blocks for delivering sustained business value. In 2020, she was nominated as one of the Top 100 Women in B2B Leadership influencers, and in 2021 as one of the Top 50 in Change Management and Top 30 in Marketing, Mindset/Mental Health and Entrepreneurship, by Thinkers360, the world's first open platform for thought leaders. She is Founder & CEO of Artemis Futures International, a Founding Board Member of the Customer Experience & Service Association Middle East & Co-founder of CXSA Group Ltd. as well as a trustee in the education sector. And in between all of these things, you'll find her curled up in a corner with her nose in a book. CONNECT WITH KYM HAMER: LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/kymhamer/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kymhamerartemis/ Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/kymhamerartemis/ BBY Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildingbrandyou Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kymhamerartemis/ Website - https://www.artemisfutures.co.uk/ YouTube - https://bit.ly/3rWBKQm Email - kymhamer@artemisfutures.co.uk Schedule a Call at https://calendly.com/kymhamer/bbychat HOSTED BY: Kym Hamer DISCLAIMER: The views, information or opinions expressed during the Building Brand You podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent any other entities, agencies, organisations, or companies. Building Brand You is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy of any of the information contained in the podcast available for listening on this site. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute legal advice or services. Subscribe to Building Brand You on Soundwise

It's 1861 and in Tooley Street, London a fire breaks out in the warehouses along the docks. This is one of the defining moments in the history of the London Fire Brigade. …