Latest Fire command Podcast Episodes
RIT vs. On-Deck
B Shifter - April 22, 2024 18:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsStep into the heart of firefighting strategy and safety, as we bring you a riveting conversation from FDIC in Indianapolis. Grant Light and Chris Stewart join us to unravel the essential roles of on-deck and rapid intervention teams, likening their poised readiness to a baseball player at bat. ...
Hernando County Fire/Rescue Incident Audio
B Shifter - April 08, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIt has been a while since we featured incident audio! This week, we take you to two different incidents in Hernando County (FL): a kitchen fire and a residential fire with a defensive shift. You will hear how this department has integrated Blue Card into its operations in a short period of time!...
Alan Brunacini's Customer Service for the Fire Service
B Shifter - April 01, 2024 19:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWhen Bruno reimagined the fire service's relationship with those they serve, he sparked a revolution. Join us we unravel the profound shift from seeing community members as mere victims to recognizing them as valued customers. Our passion-fueled conversation traverses beyond the emergency call, ...
Command Considerations for Flammable Gas-Related Incidents
B Shifter - March 24, 2024 20:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsU.S. fire departments respond to an average of 125,000 residential natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas leaks annually, an increase of about 25 percent compared to 2007. Do you have a plan for how your department will respond and mitigate these incidents? According to the NFPA, every year m...
Blue Card System Review and Revision Update
B Shifter - March 18, 2024 20:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsDiscover what's new and what's next with the Blue Card Program as Josh Blum and John Vance provide an essential update on the evolution of our training system for incident commanders. Tune in to find out how we've conquered the challenges since the old system's shutdown, from swiftly resurrectin...
Remembering The Brett Tarver Incident
B Shifter - March 14, 2024 16:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsToday commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the Southwest Supermarket Fire in Phoenix AZ. While this incident resulted in the death of Firefighter Brett Tarver, 13 total Maydays, and deep scars for many working in the Phoenix Fire Department, it also resulted in transformative changes to the Ame...
The Senior Advisor
B Shifter - March 04, 2024 20:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsOur latest podcast episode pulls back the curtain on the crucial role of the senior advisor in incident command, focusing on their support to the Incident Commander (IC) and their ability to seamlessly liaise with external agencies and how the senior advisor ensure the IC's attention remains und...
The Kindness Conspiracy
B Shifter - February 26, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEmbrace the spirit of Silverback Leadership as we reunite with seasoned pros John Vance, Terry Garrison, and Nick Brunacini, honoring the late Chief Brunacini's legacy. As we dissect his profound wisdom, you'll be welcomed into a heartfelt dialogue on the Kindness Conspiracy, revealing how it's ...
Critical Fireground Factors
B Shifter - February 19, 2024 23:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsDiscover a new dimension to firefighting tactics as Josh Blum and Chris Stewart join us for a robust conversation on the Blue Card Decision Making workshop's game-changing impact on hazard zone management. We zero in on how this program is revolutionizing strategy and decision-making from the ch...
When Is It Time?
B Shifter - February 05, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWhen life seems to cruise along, that's often a signal as the perfect moment to shake things up. Our latest episode shares these personal revolutions about when it is time to move on and also serves as a guide for spotting the often-subtle cues for change in personal and professional spheres. B...
The Imbedded Safety Officer
B Shifter - January 22, 2024 21:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThis episode peels back the layers of safe fireground operations while utilizing the imbedded safety officer. We talk about how this approach transforms the safety landscape, providing immediate support and enhancing accountability where it's needed most. This episode features Nick Brunacini, J...
Incident Audio: Three Different Departments
B Shifter - January 14, 2024 22:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThis episode feature incident audio from Bernalillo County (NM), Harrison (OH) & Las Vegas (NV). We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp....
Year in Review & Looking Ahead to 2024
B Shifter - December 31, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWe want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com ...
The Professional Development Difference
B Shifter - December 18, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEver wondered how to build a values-driven professional development program in a fire department? Ponder no more, as we venture into the heart of this topic, highlighting the importance of creating a holistic training approach that values members for their entire persona, not just their ranks. Y...
Ask The Chiefs: Communication
B Shifter - December 10, 2023 00:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEver felt that the rumor mill beats the actual communication speed in your organization? Are you tired of lengthy, unproductive meetings? John Vance, Nick Brunacini, and Terry Garrison, tackle the intricacies of effective communication strategies within fire departments. We unwrap our experienc...
IC Task Saturation & Blue Card News
B Shifter - December 02, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWe define what IC "task saturation" is and Blue Card News including a recap of 2023 and more important, what is coming up for 2024! This episode features Josh Blum and John Vance. Sign up for the free Decision Making Webinar on December 6, 2023 here: https://streamyard.com/watch/wvmht9qGt4bp ...
Consolidation of Fire Services
B Shifter - November 19, 2023 17:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsToday, we bring you an engaging conversation with Fire Chief Greg Timinsky from Star/ Middleton, Idaho. (Greg is also a Blue Card Lead Instructor). He shares his journey of uniting two fire departments, a task that took over two years, but resulted in a more efficient and effective service for h...
Blue Card News & Radio Traffic: VEIS with a Rescue
B Shifter - November 10, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWe dive into the recent renovations to the Blue Card system, unpack the enhancements to the learning management system and the ARFF module, and provide a glimpse into our collaboration with the National Fire Sprinkler Association. We also reveal our plans for new CE modules and share the positiv...
Customer Service & Leadership from The Inside Out
B Shifter - October 24, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEver wondered how the values and behaviors of individuals can reflect an entire organization? Or how the actions of our upbringing can follow us into our professional and personal lives? Join us, as we navigate these intriguing questions and much more in a captivating discussion centered around ...
LIVE! Panel Discussion from the 2023 Blue Card Hazard Zone Conference
B Shifter - October 08, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThis is a live recording of the last session at the 2023 Blue Card Hazard Zone Conference in Sharonville, Ohio. This episode summarizes some of the emerging topics discussed at this year's Hazard Zone Conference. This episode features Josh Blum, Nick Brunacini, Dan Madrzykowski, Frank Leeb, Ch...
Incident Audio: Occupants in an Abandoned Building & Strategic Shift
B Shifter - September 25, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWe review audio from Las Vegas Fire/Rescue with a fire in a vacant building that's known to house the homeless. Crews are challenge with holes in the floor and other structural hazards during the 2nd alarm incident. We'll walk you through their response, from the arrival of the BC on scene first...
Air Management
B Shifter - September 08, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsReady to navigate air management in firefighting? How do you ensure compliance with NFPA 1404? We are here to take a deeper dive into NFPA 1404 and SOG's to help your department achieve compliance. We look at operations of different fire departments, drawing vital lessons from each, and leavin...
The 3 C's of Command Presence: A Conversation with Battalion Chief Steve Lester
B Shifter - September 01, 2023 17:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThis episode features the wise insights of Battalion Chief Steve Lester of the Cobb County Fire Department. Steve brilliantly decodes the role of competence, confidence, and control in successful fireground operations, emphasizing the indispensable role of practice and experience. Hear about how...
Live From Fire Rescue International
B Shifter - August 18, 2023 18:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWe are recored live from the floor of FRI in Kansas City, Missouri! We tackle the importance of Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) aimed at refining fire service operations. By tailoring these SOGs to fit your organization's needs, you can streamline your workflow and boost effectiveness. To ...
Blue Card Command News & Incident Audio from a Routine Fire
B Shifter - July 31, 2023 22:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsAre you eager to learn from experts in the field, like Chief Gary Fleischer from the Worcester Fire Department and Shane Ray from the National Fire Sprinkler Association? If yes, then you're gonna love this episode! We'll be talking all about the upcoming Blue Card Hazard Zone Conference in Cinc...
Ask the Chiefs: Turnover in Fire in the Fire Service
B Shifter - July 16, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEver wonder why the fire department has such high turnover rates? Or why the young guns seem more loyal to the job than the city they serve? Join us as we torch through these questions, exploring the intricacies of job contentment, application deficiencies, and the scarcity of good applicants. W...
Mixed Use Building Fires & When is it a Division?
B Shifter - July 03, 2023 18:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsOur popular segment "Ask The Fire Chief" has a new companion, "Ask The Ops Chief"! We tackle issues that you sent us that Josh Blum (our resident Ops Chief) takes the lead on. If we use your question, you get an "OG IC" t-shirt. We then finish this episode with a "Timeless Tactical Truth". ...
Ask The Chiefs: The Zen Edition
B Shifter - June 18, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsOn this episode we take your questions and have a little fun (we can't be all business all the time because that is not good for our mental well being)! Ever wondered how first responders maintain mental wellness and peak performance in high-pressure situations? Join us as we share our personal...
Sprinkler Systems and Firefighters: A Powerful Partnership with Shane Ray
B Shifter - June 10, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsWhat does it take to protect big box facilities from devastating fires? Join us as we sit down with Shane Ray, President of the National Fire Sprinkler Association and a long-time fire chief, who shares his expertise on big box fire protection strategies and the unique challenges that come with ...
Unlocking the Potential of Adult Learning in the Fire Service: Strategies for Growth and Engagement
B Shifter - May 29, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsEver wondered how to effectively engage adult learners in the fire service? Join us as we chat with Jeffery King, who oversees the curriculum for the Blue Card Program, and dive deep into the world of adult learning. Together, we explore Dale's cone of learning, examine how Blue Card complements...
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