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The Cool Fireman Podcast

Matt, Brian, Adam, Doug, and Freddy

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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00:48:36

FDIC Experience: How Conferences Transform...

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2026/03/23

In this episode, Matt and Doug jump on the mic for a two-man show as they talk through the chaos of spring schedules, sick days, family life, and getting an episode recorded when everyone’s calendars refuse to line up. From a rough morning at the dentist with Matt’s daughter to Doug battling sinus misery, the guys ease into a real and relatable conversation before diving into the main topic: FDIC and why conferences matter in the fire service.They share their excitement for the upcoming FDIC

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01:08:56

Why Firefighter Unions Matter | Pay, Staffing, Safety...

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2026/03/16

In this episode of The Cool Fireman Podcast, the crew talks all things collective bargaining, firefighter unions, and what union representation really means for the fire service.They break down the basics of unions, executive boards, local representation, and why being involved matters. The conversation covers retirement, safety, wages, staffing, equipment, cancer presumption, 24-hour shifts, and contract negotiations — along with a reminder that many of the things firefighters enjoy today were

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01:09:46

Firefighter Burnout: The Stress Nobody Talks About

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2026/03/09

In this episode of The Cool Fireman Podcast, the crew kicks things off with some big Patreon news: the Engineer Tier officially hit 10 subscribers, which means Phase 1 is live and the first Wheel of Names giveaway is underway. Congrats to Simon Gray, who takes home the first box of firefighter goodies.The guys also share a heartfelt Moment of Silence honoring firefighters recently lost, including Lt. Robert “Dean” Clary, who passed away from occupational cancer, along with other recent line-of-duty

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00:51:50

Fire Department Training: Balancing EMS and Fire...

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2026/03/02

The crew debates a firehouse classic: If most of our calls are EMS, should most of our training be EMS? With departments running 80%+ medical calls in many areas, is it time to shift focus—or double down on fire because it’s high-risk and low-frequency?EMS isn’t going anywhere.Call volume continues trending heavily medical. Fires are decreasing due to prevention, codes, and education.Train for high-acuity on both sides.Even if you run EMS daily, you still need reps on cardiac arrests, strokes,

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01:16:06

How Volunteer Fire Departments Can Win on Social...

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2026/02/23

In this episode, the crew sits down with K-Bill from Social FD to talk about the reality of social media in today’s fire service—especially how it impacts volunteer recruitment, retention, and community trust. From “Facebook warriors” and negativity in comment sections, to meeting the next generation where they are (yes… even Twitch), this one hits culture, standards, and how we can do better without tearing each other down publicly.Why Social FD exists and the problem it’s trying to solve for

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00:57:31

Honor Guard in the Fire Service: Professionalism,...

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2026/02/16

The crew kicks things off in classic “kitchen table” fashion (yes… with an unfortunate shart confession) before shifting into a respectful, meaningful conversation about Honor Guard in the fire service—why it matters, what professionalism looks like, and how departments can build/strengthen their own teams. Along the way: sponsor shoutouts, a moment of silence for two fallen firefighters, and a trick-question flag trivia that gets Matt good.In This EpisodeCold Open: The “Literal Sh*t ShowUnkie

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01:13:11

#145 Firefighter Mental Health Awareness — The Power...

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2026/02/09

SummaryIn this episode, the guys welcome back Greg Rudiger (Resilient Another Day / The Radcast) for a real, needed conversation about mental health in the fire service—and why we must start talking to recruits and new members early, not just after 15–20 years of calls, stress, and life piling up. The crew covers how peer support, resiliency tools, spirituality, and the “power of the pause” can help firefighters stay in the fight—at work, at home, and into retirement.Greg returns (first appeared on

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01:05:36

#144 Firefighter Cancer Support Network: Training,...

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2026/02/02

Special Guest: Scott Jennie | Firefighter Cancer Support NetworkIn this powerful and timely episode, the crew sits down with retired Captain Scott Jennie, National Training Program Manager and California State Director for the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN). This conversation dives deep into the realities of occupational cancer in the fire service, the cultural shifts needed to protect firefighters, and the life-saving resources available when the unthinkable happens.🔥 Episode

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01:05:56

#143 Upstaffing for Chaos: Snow/Ice, Hurricanes,...

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2026/01/26

The Cool Fireman Podcast | Featuring Matt, Brian, Doug Bishop, and Unkie (Adam)Episode summaryEpisode 143 starts with classic pre-show chaos (tech issues + “Instagram crushing”), then pivots into a real-deal conversation about upstaffing—why it matters, how it’s triggered, what it looks like across the country (snow/ice, hurricanes, wildfires), and the hardest part of emergency operations: deciding when you can’t respond. The crew also hits sponsor updates, a powerful moment of silence request, and

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01:00:08

#142 Fire Service Promotions: Should You Move Up the...

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2026/01/19

The crew comes in hot (volume, chaos, and immediate regret from anyone driving to work) and rolls straight into classic Cool Fireman banter—plus an update on Doug being on a kid-free Disney cruise doing “arts and crafts” (which may or may not be locked behind the Engineer Tier paywall 😂). From there, the guys hit housekeeping: Patreon, merch, sponsors, and giveaways, then pivot into the main conversation—promotions in the fire service.They break down the real reasons people promote (and the wrong

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00:39:44

#141 Firehouse Nutrition & Fitness: Whole Foods,...

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2026/01/12

The guys kick things off with some classic pre-show chaos (storms, Starlink, “Wicked” talk, hay and horses) before shifting into a real conversation about health and fitness in the fire service. Freddy frames it as a “new year” topic—less about resolutions and more about lifestyle consistency—and Matt shares his on-duty heart attack story as a reminder that being “in shape” doesn’t automatically equal being protected. They dig into nutrition habits, added sugar, energy drinks, sleep, accountability

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00:55:17

#140 ICS Isn’t Optional: How Fire Departments Run...

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2026/01/05

In This EpisodeEnd-of-year check-in, burnout vs bandwidth, and a listener-requested deep dive on ICS — plus a What3Words tangent (because of course) and a big 2026 announcement from Brian.The crew rolls into the final stretch of 2025 running on fumes: Brian’s voice is cooked, Adam’s been sick for weeks, Doug is… at the emergency vet because a dog ate a sock (classic). The guys talk holiday reality, emotional bandwidth, and how hard it is to truly “shut off” work.Then a listener (Jeff) hits them with

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01:07:15

#139 New Year, New Word: Faith, Family, Fire

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2025/12/29

The crew rings in the New Year with laughs, real talk, and a full reset for 2026. From Unkie’s wild coin story (and the infamous “goats” detail) to a heartfelt moment of silence, this episode hits the perfect mix of firehouse humor and purposeful reflection. Then the guys revisit their 2025 “Word of the Year,” share what worked (and what didn’t), and lay down their 2026 words with intentions they’re ready to live out.Unkie breaks down the coin mishap and the ABH ship firefighter history behind the

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01:02:02

#138 Christmas in the Fire Service: Station...

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2025/12/22

In This EpisodeChristmas energy from the jump: Foreigner references, “when the **** did we get ice cream?” and the show immediately going off the rails (as usual).Patreon is officially LIVE:Patreon LINK!Rookie Tier ($5): Member shout-outs, submit topic requests, and a chance to be chosen for the Turnout Drill via Wheel of Names.Engineer Tier ($10): Everything in Rookie plus behind-the-scenes videos, occasional bonus episodes, and entry into a monthly raffle for fire goodies.The mission: grow the

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01:10:50

#137 Firefighter Mental Health Stepping Up Stepping...

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2025/12/15

The Cool Fireman Podcast brings you into the world of firefighting with hosts Matt, Doug, Unkie, Brian, and Freddy. In Episode 137, things kick off completely off the rails (as usual) with farm animal chaos, blind dogs, and runaway cats. Then we settle in for some real talk with our very own co-host Adam McCoy—treated as the special guest he deserves to be—as he discusses his new book, Stepping Up and Stepping Out. It's part memoir, part workbook, all heart: tackling the hardest fire you'll ever

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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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