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Firefighters Global Consulting - Behind The Smoke

Welcome to FGC - Behind The Smoke, the podcast that guides aspiring & current firefighters through every step of their career journey. Join us for expert insights, tips, and advice on a myriad of topics such as recruitment & outreach, job market trends, interview prep, physical, skills, ride-alongs, probation and more. All designed to help you succeed in the firefighting industry! The content shared is for informational purposes only and does not represent or reflect the views, policies, or

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02:03:42

Special Guest - Dr. Daniel Higuera

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2025/12/31

Dr. Daniel Higuera is a professor of Kinesiology at Santa Ana College. He works with approximately 2000 firefighters per year across 20 fire departments in Southern California providing health and wellness education and interventions. He educates on topics such as sleep health, cardiovascular disease, physical performance, and cancer prevention. His research focuses on the applicability of wearable technology for firefighters.

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01:18:35

Special Guest: The Return of Sachin Latti

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2025/11/26

We sit down again with Sach, after his amazing run across Canada to raise awareness for mental health. We talk about his experience and the people he met along his way. It was great to have him back on the show!Check out: https://sachinmotion.ca/

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00:19:20

Special Guest - Firefighter Probationer

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2025/11/20

He doesn't even have a name, that is how low he is on the seniority ladder. All jokes aside, Adamo sits down with his favourite probationer (his brother Nick) to discus all things probie. If you're about to go through probation or want to hear what it's like from someone living it, tune in for this one!

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00:23:15

Second Q&A

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2025/11/12

We once again take questions from our followers and answer them on the podcast. Questions such as "Do Firefighters and Cops hate each other?" and What are the qualities you value most in a new member?" Enjoy!

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00:31:27

Firefighter Burnout

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2025/10/29

In today's episode, we went over what we were both feeling in the moment - burnout. We explore some of the causes, signs, and discuss practical strategies for prevention & resilience in one of the most demanding yet rewarding professions. If you are just getting on or you're an old salty dog, don't skip this one out.

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00:33:32

Firefighter Recruitment - Skills Day

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2025/10/22

Get ready to suit up! This week's episode takes you inside the fast paced, real-world drills of firefighter recruitment. We’re breaking down the essential skills stations; from mastering the charged hose line and ladder raises to navigating zero-visibility search scenarios. If your skills test is coming up, you won't want to miss this one!

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00:35:49

Second Time's the Charm

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2025/10/15

This week, we talk about the ultimate firefighter recruit setback: failing the Recruitment Process. We break down the mental shift required to re-enter the grind, retake the exams, and stare down the same evaluators. This is a raw conversation about humility, grit, and what it truly takes to walk back into the fire when you’ve already been burned.

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00:24:27

Old Dogs, New Tricks

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2025/10/08

Fan requested episode... we love these! Adamo and I go over what it's like to be applying to the fire service much later in life. We go over what are some of the positives, negatives, and potential upcoming challenges to you if you're an old salty dog. Turn up the volume for this one.

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01:45:40

Special Guest - Seb Lavoie

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2025/10/01

Seb is a veteran of the RCMP, Canadian Armed Forces, and current CEO of Raven Strategic Inc. With over 20 years of service, Seb has spent most of his career on the emergency response team, working his way up to Sgt. Major. We also dive into Seb's BJJ black belt, public speaking, masters in counter terrorism, and latest co-authored book "The Warrior and The Garden". Remember how we said our last podcast was one of the longest? This one is even longer! Enjoy.IG:@slavccmdr

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01:22:57

Special Guest - Sheena Osborne

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2025/09/24

Advanced Care Paramedic, educator, founder of Red Point Performance & Safety Inc. and a Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu black belt! With over 20 years of service to the people of BC, Sheena brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the FGC Behind the Smoke table. We also discuss her current work in helping first responders develop on-the-job skills in high risk environments. One of our longest podcasts yet, so check it out!

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00:40:25

Firefighter Online Application Form

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2025/09/17

We've been lucky enough to have one of our clients (great guy, but we won't name names!) offer to help other aspiring firefighters in their journey by letting us use his unfinished & rough firefighter application as a teaching moment. We go over what to fill out, what recruiters are looking for, and how to stand out in one of the very first impressions you will make in your firefighter recruit process.

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00:27:07

Firefighting & Fatherhood

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2025/09/10

Last week was the first time we've missed publishing an episode. THIS WEEK, we dive into why that was the case - our little newborns. Adamo and I chat about our time as new fathers and balancing family life with firefighting.

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00:31:17

The Use of AI in the Fire Service

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2025/08/27

From recruitment to the fireground, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making its way into the fire service. In this episode, we explore how AI is being used today, where it could go in the future, and what it means for firefighters on the job or for those looking to get on. Is AI a powerful tool or a dangerous crutch? Was this created by AI? Spooky

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00:39:58

3 Firefighter Terms You NEED to Know ASAP

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2025/08/20

Backdraft, Flashover, and Rollover. In this episode, we break down what they mean, how to spot the warning signs, a war-story or two, and what every probie needs to know to survive these hostile fire events. Even if you are a seasoned vet brushing up on fundamentals, this is must-know knowledge for your fireground survival.

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00:17:21

Interview Question Deep Dive - Most Stressful Situation

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2025/08/13

In this episode, we break down one of the toughest firefighter interview questions: “Tell us about your most stressful situation.” We’ll dig into what panels are really looking for, the common mistakes candidates make, and how to craft an answer that shows resilience, clear thinking, and leadership under pressure.

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00:42:19

What to Bring on a Call

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2025/08/06

Whether it’s a structure fire, bushfire, or a racoon stuck in a dumpster, if you’re showing up unprepared, you’re dead weight. In this episode, we break down what gear to bring to the most common firefighter calls, and why it matters. If you're a probie trying to figure out what gets you a head nod vs. a head shake, or want to know more about what we actually do in a shift, this one’s for you.

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00:24:35

Firefighter Driving & Pumping

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2025/07/30

Today's episode focus: apparatus operations, pump panel basics, mindset behind the wheel, and critical mistakes to avoid when you are in the driver seat. Any new recruits, aspiring drivers, and even officers who want to better support their engineers/operators should have a listen!

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00:27:16

Career VS Volunteer Firefighter

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2025/07/23

Today we’re diving into the major differences between being a career firefighter and a volunteer firefighter. We’ll break down the pros, the cons, the training, the lifestyle, and help you figure out which one might be the right fit for your goals.

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00:34:28

Mentoring Your Probationer

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2025/07/16

In this episode, we go over our own beliefs into what constitutes good mentorship of a probationary firefighter. What our expectations are, limitations, and how we approach those new firefighters that want to do better, and those that go against the flow.

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00:24:21

Fire Department Rank Structure

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2025/07/09

In this episode, we go rank by rank; from the lowest little tadpole recruit to the big Croc/Chief. We talk about rank structure, why we have it, and how it works for the most of the Fire Departments out there.

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