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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 are engaging.
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Learning From Loss: A Firefighter's Legacy & Lessons From a LODD | Episode 182 What happens when a line-of-duty death hits close to home? And more importantly, how do we make sure the lessons learned aren't forgotten? This week on The Cool Fireman Podcast, Brian, Doug, and Adam welcome special guest Mikey Hillman, a 19-year fire service veteran, to share the story of his close friend and fellow firefighter, Bryce, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. This isn't just another d...
Are firefighters promoting too quickly? Does time on the job really determine whether someone is ready to lead? On Episode 181 of The Cool Fireman Podcast, Matt and Doug welcome back Greg Rudiger as a guest co-host to tackle a topic suggested by Patreon subscriber Jacob Samu: Are fire departments pushing people to promote before they're ready? With experienced firefighters retiring, departments losing decades of institutional knowledge, and younger members stepping into leadership positions, ...
Who are you when you take off the uniform? This week on The Cool Fireman Podcast, Adam and Doug take a different approach. Instead of talking tactics, leadership, and firehouse culture, they're diving into something every firefighter eventually has to face: life outside the firehouse. After more than 20 years in the fire service, the job becomes a huge part of your identity. But what happens when your priorities change? When family becomes more important than overtime? When retirement starts ...
“I’m not mad.” “I’ve got a question.” “We have enough people.” “We’ve got a truck available.” If you've spent any time in the firehouse, you already know those statements can have a whole different meaning depending on which side of the bugles you're standing on. This week, Brian and Adam introduce the Firehouse Translation Guide. Brian gives us the chief officer version, while Adam translates it into what the firefighters on the floor are actually hearing. With more than 20 years in the fire...
Why do we love being firefighters? For all the conversations about staffing, schedules, leadership, cancer prevention, mental health, and everything the fire service could do better, sometimes it's worth remembering why we chose this job in the first place. Matt, Doug, and Adam sit down for a positive conversation about what still makes the fire service the greatest job in the world. From helping someone on the worst day of their life to the excitement of never knowing what the next call will...
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