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The Cool Fireman Podcast

Matt, Brian, Adam, and Doug

The Cool Fireman Podcast brings you into the world of firefighting with hosts Matt, Doug, Unkie, Brian, and Freddy. We tackle topics that matter most to firefighters—career growth, safety, mental health, and the everyday challenges on and off the job. Featuring real talk, expert guests, and a bit of humor, this is where the fire service connects, learns, and shares stories. Whether you"re a firefighter or simply interested in the life of one, join us for conversations that are as informative as they

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01:04:44

#136 AI in the Fire Service: Ethics, Documentation,...

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2025/12/08

In this episode, the crew kicks things off with pure mayhem — snowstorms in Michigan, salmon rain in California, and a spontaneous performance of “It’s Raining Men.” From there, the guys dive into housekeeping, holiday updates, merch drops, and a surprising announcement from Brian about his upcoming Fire Marshals International Swimsuit Calendar.But the main topic?👉 AI in the Fire Service.The crew discusses the real, practical ways firefighters and medics are using AI to improve documentation,

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00:47:18

#135 Holiday Routines, Chitlins Calls & Firehouse...

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2025/12/01

Welcome back to The Cool Fireman Podcast, now dropping episodes every Monday!In this post-Thanksgiving episode, Matt, Doug, and Unkie talk all things holiday routine at the firehouse—from brunches and Christmas trees to how each department handles weekends, downtime, and the importance of mental health during the holidays.🔥 Topics Covered:The vibe of working holidays in the fire serviceWhy “getting your Sunday back” is a real thingPutting up Christmas lights at the station (Clark Griswold would be

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00:36:59

#134 Gravy, Gratitude & Gobble Sandwiches |...

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2025/11/28

This week on The Cool Fireman Podcast, Matt, Doug, and Unkie sit down to reflect on what they’re most thankful for — family, the firehouse, facial hair, and of course, deviled eggs.👨‍🚒 Whether you spent Thanksgiving on duty, deep-frying a turkey, or getting trampled at a Walmart for $10 off a TV, we’re here with laughs, gratitude, and a few firehouse food debates you didn’t know you needed.🔥 In this episode:Roscoe’s post-turkey coma update 🐕Why Unkie believes deviled eggs should be eaten

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01:05:50

#133 Quinn, aka The Little Firefighter Talks Fire...

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2025/11/21

Featuring: Quinn a.k.a. The Little FirefighterIn this special episode, we welcome a rad young guest — Quinn, better known online as The Little Firefighter. He joins Matt, Brian, and Unkie at the kitchen table to talk all things fire service, family, TikTok, and what it means to be part of the firehouse culture.NEW MERCH STORE:https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/homeTopics Covered:🔔 Snail Mail returns — and Quinn's been busy commenting on Spotify!🧁 Recap of the Super Bowl

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00:53:16

#132 Why Veterans Make Great Firefighters + Lateral...

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2025/11/14

In this powerful Veterans Day episode, Brian, Doug, and Freddy honor the veterans who serve both our country and our firehouses. From shoutouts to community heroes like The Salty Paramedic to emotional reflections on fallen brothers, this one hits deep.🚒 Topics Covered:🇺🇸 Why Veterans Thrive in the Fire ServiceThe guys dive into how military experience—discipline, work ethic, service mindset—translates into being a top-tier firefighter.🔁 Lateral Transfers vs. Green RecruitsFreddy shares a

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00:55:26

#131 Pigskin Appetizer Draft & Real Talk for New...

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2025/11/07

This week’s episode has it all — snacks, sarcasm, shout-outs, and snail mail. The guys take a break from the heavy topics and go full-on firehouse fun mode in this Fantasy Appetizer Draft episode. Who picked the best three-game day snacks? That’s up to YOU to decide!Plus:🚨 A big-time merch announcement📬 New messages from listeners in our Snail Mail segment👨‍🚒 Tips for new recruits starting the Fire Academy🧂 Unkie’s Seasonings update🔥 A call to action that’ll get your stomach growling🥨 Pigskin

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01:12:42

#130 Mentorship in the Fire Service + Halloween...

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2025/10/31

This episode is half Halloween chaos, half serious kitchen-table mentorship talk — with a little FD candy in between.🎃 Costumes? Check.😷 Smelling like sweaty Cheetos? Sadly, also check.💥 Real firehouse talk about mentorship, generational shifts, and showing up for your crew? Absolutely.We pick up where Episode 129 left off — answering listener comments, tackling social media backlash, and diving deep into what mentorship really means in today’s fire service.💬 In This Episode:🎃 Halloween

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00:51:05

#129 Mentorship in the Fire Service — Are We Failing...

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2025/10/24

This week on The Cool Fireman Podcast, we dive into something every firefighter—rookie or salty vet—should care about: mentorship. From the old kitchen table talks to today’s struggles with phones and generational disconnect, the crew gets honest about how mentorship has evolved, what makes a good mentor, and why it matters now more than ever.Expect a little banter, some real talk, and plenty of heart.💬 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:“Can You Beat Kenny?” Competition:Who’s the first to listen every Friday

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01:00:37

#128 Firehouse Responsibility Beyond Emergencies |...

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2025/10/17

This week’s episode is an absolute rollercoaster—from serious community risk reduction to Doug being attacked by a rhino on safari, and even an amazing question from a 14-year-old future paramedic in our SNAIL MAIL segment 🐌.We talk about what it means to truly serve your community, not just during emergencies, but through prevention, education, and compassion. It’s a mix of kitchen table laughs, deep leadership insight, and real-world firehouse experience—just the way we like it.🔥 Episode

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00:59:28

#127 Firefighter Turned Pitmaster: Ben Hooper’s BBQ &...

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2025/10/10

In this flavorful and heartfelt episode of The Cool Fireman Podcast, the crew sits down with Ben Hooper, firefighter-turned-pitmaster and owner of Ben’s Backdraft BBQ in Waynesville, NC.Ben shares his journey from firehouse kitchens to launching two food trailers and a thriving brick-and-mortar restaurant—all while staying rooted in faith, community, and first responder culture. He opens up about Hurricane Helene, how his business helped feed the community during the aftermath, and why consistency

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01:01:36

#126 Legacy, Leadership & Fire Truck Shortages |...

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2025/10/03

This week, we dive deep into the heart of the fire service—family, legacy, and what it means to really love this job. From laughing about Brian's new acting role as the Genie in Aladdin, to sharing emotional stories about our kids following in our footsteps, this episode blends heartfelt moments with hard firehouse truths.And yes… Snail Mail is back, and it’s fire. 🐌🔥🎭 Brian the Genie – We’re STILL milking the “Bird Cage” joke, and now he’s blue. Literally.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Firefighting as a Family

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00:51:24

#125 Inside Firefighter Station Bids, Post-Shift...

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2025/09/26

In this episode, Matt, Unkie, and Brian get sidetracked (as usual) with shirts, stickers, Sasquatch soap, and a whole lot of firehouse banter. But don’t worry—we also dive deep into important fire service topics like shift bids, specialty teams, station culture, and the rising cost of fire apparatus. PLUS… it’s time for another edition of SNAIL MAIL 🐌✉️ with some of the best listener comments yet!🔥 Highlights:[00:01] Dr. Squatch, Air Show shirts, and why it takes 2 hours to record a 45-min episode

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00:51:17

#124 National Fire Truck Shortage & Brian’s New Role...

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2025/09/19

In this episode, the boys are back—Matt, Brian, and Unkie—and the kitchen table banter is strong right from the jump. From Brian’s magical new role as Genie in Aladdin (goodbye, Bird Cage 👋) to a real discussion on the national fire apparatus crisis, this episode covers it all.We dive into the Senate hearing on the fire apparatus shortage and unpack what departments around the country are facing:🚒 3–4 year lead times🔩 Customization bottlenecks💰 Massive profit margins for manufacturers🤯 477

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00:54:47

#123 Use It or Lose It: Auto Extrication, EMS Chaos &...

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2025/09/12

This week’s episode is packed full of real firehouse talk—from wild call stories to mental health, continuing education, and the one universal truth in the fire service:👉 If you don’t use it, you lose it.🔥 Episode Highlights:🚑 Calls Gone Sideways – From patients claiming they’ll swallow their tongue to an actual arm amputation call, the crew breaks down how dispatch info doesn't always match the scene.💥 Training Talk – Why there are strict EMS training requirements, but not enough fireground

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00:48:55

#122 Code 3 Driving Philosophy, Armchair...

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2025/09/05

In this episode, Matt and Brian dive deep into some of the challenges (and hilarious moments) happening both in and out of the firehouse. From Matt’s code 3 siren strategy to Brian’s communication fatigue, this one’s got a little bit of everything: loud opinions, soft wisdom, and yes... more Snail Mail.🔥 Highlights Include:🚨 Driving Code 3: Matt shares his take on how and why sirens should be used—air horns included🧠 Leadership, Followership & Informal Influence – What role do you play in the

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01:01:45

#121 SAFRE 2025 Recap + New Snail Mail Segment &...

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2025/08/29

In this jam-packed episode, the crew reunites for a full debrief of their time at the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo (SAFRE) in Raleigh. From firehouse food to leadership presentations, parlay betting, bagpipes, and some questionable milk habits—this one’s got it all.🔥 Highlights Include:🎰 Doug explains parlays to a very confused Brian🧂 Unki Seasoning gets love from Brightleaf Hot Dogs (yes, really)🎶 NEW SEGMENT ALERT: SNAIL MAIL makes its official debut—with a jingle and hilarious listener

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00:52:53

#120 Inside the Fire Engine: First Five Minutes,...

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2025/08/22

This week, the crew is back at the kitchen table – and while Brian is away, Matt, Doug, and Unkie dive deep into what firemen talk about inside the engine, from banter to serious pre-call game plans.We kick things off with a little parlay talk (Doug’s gambling, not the French kind), some seasoning chat (support UnkieSeasoning.com!), and housekeeping. But the real heat comes when we get into what happens when the tones drop.In This Episode:🚒 What firefighters really talk about in the engine🧠 The

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00:52:25

#119 Firefighter Cooking: Brisket, Pork Butt &...

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2025/08/15

This week, it’s just Brian and Adam (aka Unki) holding down The Cool Fireman Podcast kitchen table while Doug and Matt are on duty. The topic? Food—our favorite firehouse meals, family go-tos, recipe wins, and even a few epic fails.Brian shares highlights from a year of his recipes featured in the Burn Box and announces that Unki will be taking over as the Burn Box recipe guy for the next 12 months. The two swap their top three dishes loved at home and in the firehouse, discuss cooking techniques

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00:45:51

#118 Live from SAFRE with Keynote Speaker Sam Massa...

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2025/08/08

The Cool Fireman Podcast crew is together in person at the South Atlantic Fire Rescue Expo (SAFRE) in Raleigh, NC! This year’s special guest is keynote speaker Sam Massa, founder of FireTech and HiViz LED Lighting, back for another powerful conversation one year after his first appearance.We dive into Sam’s incredible journey—from small beginnings and a failed business to dominating the fire apparatus lighting market and speaking on the main stage. Sam shares lessons on leadership, integrity,

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00:56:37

#117 What It Really Means to Be a Fireman | Service,...

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2025/08/01

In this episode, the crew sits down to unpack one of the most foundational questions in the fire service:What does it really mean to be a fireman?Through stories, experiences, and a whole lot of heart, the guys dive into the core values of the job and what separates the patch from the purpose.🔥 This Week’s Topics Include:Why service to others is at the center of the fire serviceThe difference between having the job and living the callingHow gratitude, humility, and pride shape a fireman’s

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