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Firefighters Podcast

The Firefighters Podcast is a global podcast seeking to develop, inspire, connect, motivate, represent & celebrate the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations celebrating those within our emergency services family and encouraging the support of this incredible group of people.Operational UK firefighter Pete Wakefield speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those who choose this

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127:45

#344 Proficiency, Accountability & Embracing Mistakes...

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2024/12/19

Send us a textMy returning guest today is good friend of the podcast John McDonough who has been a professional firefighter for 38 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 behaviour and firefighting techniques and tactics. Over the

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59:46

#343 Beyond the Flames: The Lifespan of Firefighters...

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2024/12/16

Send us a textIn today’s episode, Beyond the Flames: The Lifespan of Firefighter Fabrics, we’re turning up the heat on groundbreaking research from the University of Alberta. Joining us are two incredible experts: Saiful, a PhD candidate who’s spent the past four years uncovering why firefighter gear doesn’t always stand the test of time, and Dr. Patricia Dolez, an Associate Professor and leader in textile science.We’ll take you behind the scenes of their cutting-edge work, uncovering the hidden

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137:54

#342 Police Interceptors, consent vs force and the...

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2024/12/09

Send us a textThis week, we’re stepping out of the fire station and into the fast-paced, high-pressure world of policing with a truly extraordinary guest.Ben Pearson has spent the last 19 years fighting crime on the front lines as a member of the elite Roads Policing Unit of West Yorkshire Police. As a key figure in Channel 5’s hit series Police Interceptors, Ben has been at the center of some of the most intense and dangerous moments imaginable—chasing down criminals at high speeds, arresting

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#341 Fighting stereotypes & Clearing a Path for...

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2024/12/02

Send us a textToday, we have the privilege of speaking with an extraordinary trailblazer. Vicky Shakesby MBE broke barriers as the first full-time female firefighter in her brigade in the early 1990s, carving a path for women in a field historically dominated by men. Her story is one of courage, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to progress.Connect with Vicky HEREWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access our podcast LIBRARY, every Debrief &

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116:47

#340 James Braidwood, Paul Grimwood & 200 years of...

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2024/11/25

Send us a textThe Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) celebrated the 200th anniversary of the world's first municipal fire service on October 23, 2024 at St Giles' Cathedral service where The SFRS hosted a commemorative service with the Princess Royal, SFRS staff, politicians, and guests in attendance.The SFRS Chief Officer led the rededication of the statue of James Braidwood, the first Master of Fire Engines and "father of modern fire services". Braidwood's

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#339 NOW & NEXT with Pete & Carl

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2024/11/18

Send us a textGet Involved with the chat - Contribute questions, ideas & topics to be discussed on the podcast using our Firefighter Podcast Burner Phone on 07950 610749 all communication will be treated sensitively & no identity revealed without your permission In todays episode, Pete and Carl discuss the challenges of the email hedonic treadmill of poor communicationthe impact of AI tools like ChatGPTpersonal growth through changing perspectivesreflections on recent podcast gueststhe

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95:35

#338 Firefighter Suicide, Mental health & a...

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2024/11/11

Send us a textMy guest today is Rowena Hill, Rowena is a Professor in the psychology department at Nottingham Trent University, she is a Professor of Resilience, Emergencies and Disaster Science.Contact Dr Rowena Hill MBE at rowena.hill@ntu.ac.ukImportant LINKS:Dr Hill NTUNational review of community risk methodology across UK Fire and Rescue ServiceACER GroupFF Health & Wellbeing WorkFF Charity Suicide PreventionGet Involved with the chat - Contribute questions, ideas & topics to be

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67:46

#337 National Breathing Apparatus Challenge 2024 Part...

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2024/11/07

Send us a textToday were closing up with part 2 of 2 from this years NBAC as I sat down after the competition with some of the organizers Mark Andrews & Phill Sanders.The National Breathing Apparatus Challenge is an extraordinary event that highlights the relentless pursuit of excellence, safety, and best practices within the UK Fire and Rescue Services and brings together firefighters from across the UK to test their skills, teamwork, and knowledge in real-world firefighting scenarios.Each

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67:38

#336 National Breathing Apparatus Challenge 2024 Part...

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2024/11/04

Send us a textToday we dive deep into an extraordinary event that highlights the relentless pursuit of excellence, safety, and best practices within the UK Fire and Rescue Services known as the National Breathing Apparatus Challenge. This is a special two-part episode dedicated to this incredible competition, which brings together firefighters from across the UK to test their skills, teamwork, and knowledge in real-world firefighting scenarios.Each year, teams of five firefighters from different

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56:19

#335 Tackling Misconduct & Unacceptable Behaviour...

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2024/10/28

Send us a textToday we welcome back Roy Wilsher from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).During our conversation we discussed fire and rescue services in England, focusing on the handling of misconduct, the impact of toxic cultures and the importance of encouraging difficult conversations in the workplace. Roy highlighted the need to address ongoing distrust in misconduct processes and the underrepresentation of women and minority groups in the fire

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66:51

#334 UKRO & The Festival of Rescue with Ian Greenman

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2024/10/21

Send us a textMy guest on the podcast today is Ian Greenman. Ian is Director & Trustee of UKROToday, we’re shining a light on the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation a leader in improving rescue standards across the UK. For over 30 years, UKRO has been at the forefront of innovation and development in professional rescue, uniting rescue services to enhance their skills and better serve the public.Were also discussing the recent National Rescue Challenge Event help on 26th to 28th Sept 2024 in the

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75:16

#333 Emily Watkins - Inflammatory & Psychological...

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2024/10/14

Send us a textEmily Watkins - Researcher & Technical Instructor at the University of Brighton The conversation explores the value of academia in the first responder community and the consequences of chronic high exposure firefighting. The discussion focuses on the research conducted by Emily Watkins, a senior lecturer at the University of Roehampton, on the health and wellbeing of firefighters. The conversation delves into the challenges of funding research in this field and the reluctance to

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61:33

#332 Russ Timpson – Surviving Tall Buildings & The...

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2024/10/07

Send us a textThis conversation delves into the complexities of fire safety in high-rise buildings, highlighting the upcoming conference aimed at addressing these issues. The discussion covers the evolution of fire safety practices, international case studies, the challenges posed by single staircase designs, and the importance of effective evacuation strategies. It also emphasizes the need for innovation in fire safety solutions and the critical role of fire doors in preventing fire spread. The

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#331 NOW & NEXT with Pete & Carl

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2024/10/05

Now & Next episodes are where members of the podcast team get together & touch base on some of the current topics in the sector, reflect on previous guests episodes and events & also look at what’s coming up next.Carl Boasman first appeared on the podcast back in episode #301 Leadership & The Impact we have on others. Since then Carl has come onboard with the podcast team supporting on our strategic partnership work and in today episode we are talk about:In this conversation, we

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30:29

ESS 2024 round up - Search & Rescue Dogs, Women in...

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2024/10/04

Today is a round up episode from our visit to the 2024 Emergency Services Show where Carl takes the lead speaking with some of the following people:Chris Colgan - Hunter ApparelSarah Dennison - National Search and Rescue Dogs Association (SARDA) Suffolk BranchEllie Mason - Marketing and Communications Officer - Women in the Fire ServiceGraham Cole - President - PTSD 999 - Better known as PC Tony Stamp in the BillWe only feature the latest 200 episodes of the podcast on public platforms so to access

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ESS 2024 round up - DE-WIPE Reducing the risk of...

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2024/10/03

Today is a round up episode from our visit to the 2024 Emergency Services ShowIn todays episode i speak with Jo Taylor from DE-WIPE about Reducing the risk of occupational cancer to firefighters. De-Wipe’s decontamination wipes scientifically proven to eliminate harmful toxins from skin.With recent research identifying the increased risk of cancer amongst workers & especially firefighters, all industries must consider the potential risk of contamination. De-Wipe conducted a landmark study with

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ESS 2024 round up - SNOWMED CODES with John Lord &...

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2024/10/02

Today is a round up episode from our visit to the 2024 Emergency Services ShowIn todays episode i speak with John Lord & Robbie Burns about snowmed codes. All NHS healthcare providers in England must now use SNOMED CT for capturing clinical terms within electronic patient record systems. Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales also have programmes of work underway. After thoroughly reviewing the available scientific literature, the World Health Organisation’s International Agency for Research on

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ESS 2024 round up - Firefighter Challenges,...

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2024/09/30

Today is a round up episode from our visit to the 2024 Emergency Services Show In todays episode we have chats with:Firefighter Challenge Community in the UKSteven Nelson - Lifesaving Operations Room Manager and Lifeboat Crew MemberRuss Timpson organiser of 8th International Tall Building HRB ConferenceWe 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

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#330 Tactical Firefighting UK GROUP - Dave Berry &...

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2024/09/26

Tactical Firefighting UK is an informal group recently set up hoping to link every UK FRS together and allow for collaboration and knowledge sharing through individuals responsible for BA training delivery. One example of this is the BE-SAHF model, an internationally recognised method of 'reading the fire' adopted by some fire services which Lewis White and Dave Berry will discuss.This conversation delves into the evolution and importance of tactical firefighting in the UK, focusing on the

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#329 CE-Certified Undergarments protecting...

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2024/09/23

Today’s podcast with Thomas Dedering revolves around the topic of firefighters' exposure to toxic fire effluents and the need for protective clothing. We discuss common misconceptions, the gap in the market for protective solutions, and the role of organizations like the Swedish Firefighters Cancer Foundation. We also delve into the testing and technology behind the CPP undergarment, which uses activated carbon to absorb hazardous fire gases. We explore the application of this protective

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