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Fireground Strategies & Other Stuff From the Street Deputy Chief Anthony Avillo hosts "Fireground Strategies and Other Stuff from the Street."  Along with his co-host, Jim Duffy, 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.

Among many other duties, Chief Ron Kanterman does fire & life safety consultation, fire service training, and fire protection through Gold Horn Associates.  Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder has instructed thousands of firefighters in survival training.  Join them as they come together as the Back Step Boys and listen in as they share their wealth of fire service knowledge and experience.

Captain Peter McBride of  Ottawa (Ontario, Canada) Fire Services hosts an annual International Firefighter Workshop.  He brings that knowledge to the airwaves in this show that will focus on developing a broader understanding of fire dynamics, fire suppression techniques, tactics, command decision making, and realistic training methods for the fire service.

The International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI) leads fire and EMS instructors in their efforts to reduce firefighter fatalities and injuries, increase firefighter safety, and improve the profession through education and training. ISFSI supports instructors through educational opportunities, networking, mentoring programs, leadership opportunities, instructional resources, and legislative representation. Chief Eddie Buchanan hosts this show and currently serves as President of the ISFSI and serves on the Technical Committee on Fire Services Training for the National Fire Protection Association. Chief Buchanan is author of the Volunteer Training Officer’s Handbook from Pennwell Books and Videos and lectures throughout the country on fire service leadership and training topics.  He is co-author of the Red, White & Blue Ribbon Reports from the Volunteer/Combination Officer’s Section of the International Association of Fire Chiefs.  

Captain Mike Dugan (FDNY) and Captain Mike Gagliano (Seattle Fire) discuss a range of topics: from leadership and accountability; to tactics and and training.

Tools, Technology & Methodology:  The Rescuer's Roadside Stop to Weigh-In On Everything Extrication. We plan to have a new "crunching" topic in the world of vehicle rescue every session.  However, we want to hear from YOU the rescuer.  What are you encountering out on the streets today?  From technology concerns, to new methodology, to various forms and venues of vehicle rescue and extrication hre and globally.  Hosted by David Dalrymple.  He has been actively involved with emergency services for over 27 years and is certified as an international level extrication assessor.

Politics effect staffing, budgets and equipment.  Frank Ricci, Chris Pepler and guests will walk you through the ins and outs of politics and tactics in the fire service. 

HROs encourage, actually seek out, conflicting opinions.  Systems existing in the fire service, such as CRM and ICS, encourage this behavior.  Why is constructive conflict encouraged?  Because they help us discover the human factors that lead to mistakes, accidents, and LODDs.  This show provides an overview of CRM's strengths in relation to an HRO and why they are so important to the future of the fire service.   Craig Nelson has been in the fire service for over ten years.  He works for the Fargo (ND) Fire Department and works part-time at Minnesota State Community and Technical College -- Moorhead as a fire instructor.  He has a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in executive fire service leadership.   Dane Carley entered the fire service in 1989 in southern California and is currently a captain for the Fargo (ND) Fire Department.  He has both a bachelor's degree in fire and safety engineering technology, and a master's degree in public safety executive leadership.  Dane serves as both an operations section chief and a planning section chief for North Dakota's Type III Incident Management Assistance Team, which provides support to local jurisdictions overwhelmed by the magnitude of an incident.   Jeff Wallin joined the fire service in 1987, serving in several roles with St. Francis (MN) Fire & Rescue, Allina Transportation (St. Paul, MN), Dakota County Techncial College, Red Wing/Winona Technical College, and Minnesota State Community and Technical College. He is currently employed by the Moorhead (MN) Fire Department as Assistant Chief in charge of training and administration. Jeff holds a Bechelor in Fire and Life Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND.

Popular Fire Life columnist Anne Gagliano, who writes “What Every Firefighter’s Spouse Should Know,” hosts a show with her husband Mike, from the Seattle (WA) Fire Department. Hear them discuss living with a firefighter.

Join Christopher Brennan and P.J. Norwood tonight for "Making the Turn" on Fire Engineering Talk Radio.

Join Traditions Training as they have an in-depth interview with Lt. Robert "Cadillac" Alvarado. Aside from being an instructor for Traditions Training, Cadillac is a Lieutenant with the DCFD and will be discussing his first hand account of the fire that occurred at 813 48th Place NE. Several members were trapped in a working house fire after a sudden collapse during their primary search for potential victims causing a Mayday event. Fortunately all of the brothers made it out but not without severe burns and a life-saving message to share with other firefighters. This is a "don't miss event" for every firefighter that strives to be "combat ready. 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.

Mike McEvoy is the EMS technical editor for FireEngineering magazine and was the first EMS Chief ever elected to the Board of Directors of the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs. 

Chris Mc Loone presents the radio version of Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment magazine.  Listen in for news and insight on trucks, tools, turnout gear and firefighting equipment.

Captain Mike Dugan (FDNY) and Captain Mike Gagliano (Seattle Fire) discuss a range of topics: from leadership and accountability; to tactics and and training.

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.