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Better Every Shift

FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing some levity to the often very serious nature of the profession. Dig into what drives firefighters to

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01:07:01

Chief Randy Bruegman: ‘Nothing good happens without a...

Better Every Shift ·

2023/04/30

Today’s show challenges fire service leaders to think big – at least bigger – than the status quo. Fire Chief Randy Bruegman, who served as past president of the IAFC and CPSE, offers guidance for how to move beyond a myopic focus on day-to-day fire department management to a more strategic mindset about operations and the future of our organizations – and really why all fire chiefs need to push the envelope if they expect their departments to survive and thrive amid the myriad changes ahead. Plus,

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51:22

‘Crawl. Walk. Run’: Andy Beck details smart mayday...

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2023/04/17

“Perfect practice makes automatic” is the key takeaway from this mayday training-focused episode, sponsored by L3Harris. Mandan City (N.D.) Training Officer Andy Beck unpacks his latest article, which is featured in FireRescue1’s latest digital edition, The Mayday Training Evolution, and offers several tips for how to train on mayday situations that are realistic enough to build muscle memory but not so difficult that members repeatedly fail, building bad habits. Plus, we get into all this: the

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55:55

Jonathan Tate: ‘I know I’m supposed to bring...

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2023/04/13

We hope you’re hungry today, not only for food but inspiration as well, because today’s episode, which is sponsored by L3Harris, features Jonathan Tate, a DC Fire & EMS firefighter and the founder of Food on the Stove, a nonprofit organization with a simple mission: “While firefighters extinguish fires caused by food on the stove, our organization promotes safe and heart-healthy eating habits to improve the food on their stoves and, ultimately, protect their quality of life.” Tate shares the

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01:05:25

Chief Ron Siarnicki: ‘Leave it better than you found it’

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2023/04/06

In this episode of the podcast, sponsored by L3Harris, Chief Ron Siarnicki, executive director of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), reflects on his 20-plus years with the Foundation and what’s next for him personally after so many years working with firefighter families. The chief, who recently announced his upcoming retirement – but not his successor (yet) – details the Foundation’s extraordinary evolution since 2001, when 9/11 forever changed its course; shares his 9/11 story –

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01:10:53

Better Every Shift LIVE: The Healthy 10 – How to...

Better Every Shift ·

2023/03/30

What does a healthy firefighter look like? So often we focus on physical appearance to define health, but health is a multifaceted, complex interaction among several factors. During this live podcast event, Better Every Shift hosts Firefighter Aaron Zamzow and FireRescue1 Editor-in-Chief Janelle Foskett speak with Chief Marc Bashoor about the “Healthy 10,” a list of 10 ways firefighters can elevate their overall health and wellness. The group digs into how to define a healthy firefighter,

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48:44

Chief John Salka: ‘Spend more time at home’

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2023/03/23

The man, the myth, the legend, FDNY Battalion Chief (ret.) John Salka joins the Better Every Shift podcast to share lessons that apply to all firefighters, on or off the fireground. Chief Salka and Zam formed an unlikely friendship years ago, bonding over health and wellness, as the chief made it a goal to get back in shape later in his career. Beyond sharing his motivations related to his renewed health focus, the chief reflects on why it’s so important to prioritize personal time. It’s great to be

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50:12

Dr. David Griffin: ‘The success in my life has come...

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2023/03/16

Dr. David Griffin, assistant chief of administration in Charleston, S.C., joins Better Every Shift this week, sharing powerful lessons learned from the tragic Sofa Super Store fire where nine of his fellow firefighters died; his journey to find himself and his mission after the tragedy; how he resurfaced his love of learning; and how he manages to keep all the plates spinning amid his work schedule, speaking engagements and business ventures. Plus, we get into all this: Griffin’s initial

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45:07

Electric vehicle fires: Products, strategies and the...

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2023/03/09

Buckle up for an electric episode, driving hard into everything firefighters need to know about electric vehicle fires. Puns notwithstanding, Zam and Janelle are thrilled to speak with Patrick Durham, a captain and training officer with the Troy (Michigan) Fire Department who also works as a mechanical engineer. Durham started StacheD Training to educate firefighters on a variety of technical topics, including the unique aspects of responding to EV incidents, so he’s the right person to answer all

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40:24

‘We need to walk the walk’: Leaders face off in...

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2023/03/02

Get ready for a healthy dose of smack talk from some unexpectedly competitive fire service leaders. Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, U.S. fire administrator; Chief Eriks Gabliks, superintendent of the National Fire Academy; Dr. Sara Jahnke, director of the Center for Fire, Rescue & EMS Health Research; and Chief Bryan Frieders, president/CEO of the Firefighter Cancer Support Network are going head to head in the Better Every Shift Challenge, a wellness competition that hopefully inspires you – yes, YOU – to

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43:19

Jason Patton: ‘Nothing comes natural to me at all’

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2023/02/23

The first firefighter-influencer of the modern era shares how his early speaking nerves transformed into a love of making comedy videos Patton reveals his favorite Fire Department Chronicles video to film, the call that made him laugh the hardest (and later served as great material for a video), plus the video that put him on the map. Plus, we get into all this: His best advice for firefighters getting into the social media space; how he chooses his passion projects; and "micro-dosing

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47:47

‘Don’t do that!’: A first responder therapist signals...

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2023/02/16

Get ready to kick back on the metaphorical couch because on this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam and Janelle talk to Dr. Rachelle Zemlok – a first responder-focused psychologist, who also happens to be married to a fire captain – about all things firefighter relationships: stress-related competition between partners; assuring firefighters that they are in control of their therapy session; the one word that defines the trickiness of firefighter relationships; and a lot of simple ways

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45:09

Chief Jason Caughey: ‘Everything we do is about people’

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2023/02/09

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam talks to Fire Chief Jason Caughey from the Laramie County (Wyoming) Fire Authority about fire service relationships, communication and making connections with the community, plus all this: Why years 2-8 are tough on firefighters; the problem with our marketing efforts; the fire service similarities to credit unions; and questions about whether the fire service is “softening.” What else … Hot seat sneak peek: His dream (non-fire service)

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54:08

Super Bowl showtime: How Glendale fire crews are...

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2023/02/02

This episode of the Better Every Shift podcast is extra super because Zam and Janelle are talking all things Super Bowl with Glendale (Arizona) Captain Ashley Losch, digging into the fire and EMS preparations, training and coordination for this year’s big game. Captain Losch details the many moving parts of “Super Season,” what they’ve learned from the past two Super Bowls the city has hosted, plus how the Damar Hamlin incident prompted additional questions. Plus, we get into all this: The big

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46:51

January rear-view: Hamlin ‘takes,’ tattoo...

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2023/01/26

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam and Janelle dig into the big stories, hot takes and moments that moved us from the month: Damar Hamlin’s medical emergency live on Monday Night Football – and the many “takes” that followed; Controversy over an Alabama firefighter whose tattoo and hair prompted complaints that ultimately led to her dismissal; and The fallen FDNY firefighter whose organ donation saved multiple lives, including two retired FDNY members. We also recognize

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44:49

Chief Tim Sendelbach: ‘This profession can’t afford...

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2023/01/19

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam and Janelle talk to a dear friend, Loveland (Colorado) Fire Rescue Authority Fire Chief Tim Sendelbach, about what it was like to serve as the editor-in-chief of two major fire service publications, then transition back into fire department life. The chief reflects on his family's fire service connection, his vision for Loveland, and how his career has come full circle. Plus, we get into all this: A “spicy” analogy for old school vs. new school

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56:43

Battalion Chief Dena Ali: ‘You can’t leave your...

Better Every Shift ·

2023/01/12

The Raleigh firefighter and peer support advocate explains her perspective on healthy boundaries, therapy and why connection is life-sustaining On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Raleigh Battalion Chief Dena Ali joins the crew for a candid conversation about firefighter behavioral health, its connection to physical health, and her belief that the fire service needs its leaders to go beyond simply referring members to actually connecting with their members. We dig into that, plus all

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50:52

‘Royal Rumble’ of firefighter fitness: Zam goes...

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2023/01/05

‘Pull up your jogging pants and take some notes’ because the three fitness experts offer actionable tips for health in the new year. On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam joins forces with fellow firefighter fitness experts Chief Dan Kerrigan and Captain Jim Moss, authors of “Firefighter Functional Fitness,” to offer actionable tips for health in the new year – and non-fitness-guru Janelle learns that even experts need help from time to time. Plus, all this: Why mindset is the first

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48:37

2022 in review: ’Words of the year,’ major incidents...

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2022/12/29

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam and Janelle dig into the year that was, from the major incidents that are still top of mind to our “words of the year.” What else … Hot topic: The electric vehicle “mixed bag” of coverage Holiday hot seat sneak peek: Our professional milestones Episode power quote: “It’s been a heavy year … but we don’t get called in when someone has a good day.” Don’t miss: What Firefighters Want in 2023 theme announced Resources we mentioned on the show

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38:10

Chief Josh Waldo: ‘You’re only going to grow when you...

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2022/12/15

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Zam talks to Bozeman (Montana) Fire Chief Josh Waldo about making incremental changes, whether at the individual or organizational level, plus all this: Waldo’s gut-check moment that changed his fire service trajectory; The first thing he did when he arrived at the Bozeman FD; An inside look at his new opportunity with the IAFC; and What fires him up more than anything from his firefighters. What else … Don’t miss: His experience with ESPN

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38:31

Chief Reggie Freeman: ‘I refused to be the weakest link’

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2022/12/01

On this episode of the Better Every Shift podcast, Oakland Fire Chief Reggie Freeman joins Zam to talk: The unspoken battle – or war – between new and older members; Changing how we define competence; Why diversity is a choice for fire departments; Chiefs who have forgotten where they came from; The motivation of injustice; and His kids’ future in the fire service (??). What else … Hot seat sneak peek: What’s your biggest pet peeve? Don’t miss: His advice to his 18-year-old self. Episode

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