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Chief Dennis Rubin is a rescue consultant, writer and teacher.  In this series, he and his guests  address the latest hot button issues in the fire service.

Building a Better Ambulance with NIST - The National Institute of Standards and Technology has done tremendous research in support of firefighting.  This month, Fire Engineering EMS Editor Mike McEvoy talks with Jennifer Marshall from NIST about the research and devleopment work being done to design and build safer ambulances.  You might be surprised to learn how NIST is contributing to a safer ambulance of the future.

Chief Rick Lasky & Chief John Salka discuss leadership lessons learned from their experience in the Fire Service. Listen in as they provide effective critiques and tips for every level of the job, from chiefs on down.

Join Colin Kelley and Andrew Brassard tonight for some more Kitchen Table. Capt. Gerry Bedoya of the Los Angeles City Fire Dept. and Lt. Sean Gray of the Cobb County Fire Dept and U. L. Advisory Board will be on to discuss what Tactical Ventilation sounds and looks like. Please feel free to call in with any questions. Happy Holidays.

In the fire service you either "lead, follow or get out of the way." Pat Nichols & Mark Gregory are definitely leaders. Join them as they discuss training that is both interesting and informational.      

Lieutenant Ray McCormack FDNY and Erich Roden from the City of Milwaukee fire department discuss Urban Firefighting tactics.

Host Billy Greenwood of FETC Services will be speaking with special guest Deb Pendergast, Director of New Hampshire Fire Academy, about firefighter stress and mental health.

Fire Engineering and Crossfit 4 Fire are partnering to bring the American Fire Service a viable and proven fitness and conditioning program which includes a strong emphasis on mobility, rehabilitation, functional fitness and endurance training for the occupational athlete dedicated to the fire service.           

Douglas Cline, is a 34+-year veteran and student of the Fire Service serving as Assistant Chief of Operations with Horry County Fire Recue.  Cline is a well-known international speaker presenting dynamic power packed programs on instructor development, officer development, rapid intervention team training and firefighter safety and survival.

Sons of the Flag is a nonprofit organization supporting military, first responders and civilian burn survivors by providing  funding  for innovative research.  The Sons of the Flag brings together passionate community leaders, pioneering physicians, experienced military service members, dedicated first responders and purposeful civilians to complete its mission.

Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo and Battalion Chief Jim Duffy host "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street." , this show covers fireground organization and operational safety as well as building construction and choosing a strategic mode of operation from the point of view of those in command of both the fireground and individual companies. And just about any other firefighting subject you want to talk about!  Call in Join the discussion.

Join Dane, Craig, and Jeff this Friday night for the next episode of Tailboard Talk where we continue the discussion about fire service culture. In this episode we focus on the generation’s perspective of engaging in the fire service. Joining for the conversation is Fire Marshal Don King, Fire Inspector Eddie Irizarry, and Firefighter Tracy Bacchus, New Britain Fire Department, CT. All of us at Tailboard would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Mike Alt and Nick Ledin will discuss recent UL research and small town firefighting science.

The four owners of Traditions Training:  Ricky Riley; Dan Shaw; Doug Mitchell; and Nick Martin provide advice and direction on how to keep combat ready.

Politics and Tactics where all issues are on the table. Join the debate by calling in to speak to our hosts and now Frank Ricci, Jay Balletto & Chris Pepler.