PIO Podcast (10/16/25): Four Guests, One Mission - Readiness, Rigs, & a Little Pumpkin Spice
Description
We’re back with Episode 11 of the San Bernardino County Fire PIO Podcast!
Host Captain Shawn Millerick and the team continue the mission to inform, educate, and entertain.
In this episode:
On the Road with New Rigs: Captain Jeff Schneider calls in from South Dakota where the apparatus committee is inspecting the department’s new Type 1 fire engines. Hear how the team makes sure each rig is ready for service and how they will strengthen the reserve fleet.
Crew Reflections and Voices from the Field: Conversations with Captain Andrew Bonhus, new paramedic Anthony Bazzo, and Ethan Swergold from Seneca Drones. From mentorship to new technology, the crew talks about growth and collaboration in the fire service.
Tech Spotlight: A preview of Seneca Drones’ upcoming demo and how aerial tools can expand safety and awareness on the fireground.
From pumpkin spice fun to serious inspections, the message stays the same: prepare, adapt, and take care of your team. Plus the Joke of the Day and This Day in History.
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