Jake Barnes and Michael Blum discuss the critical aspects of firefighting, focusing on leadership, the importance of quick turnout, training, union dynamics, and the humorous side of firehouse culture. They emphasize the need for firefighters t...

Jake Barnes interviews Michael Bloom, a dedicated firefighter with a rich background in the fire service. They discuss Michael's unconventional journey into firefighting, the challenges he faced transitioning from a volunteer to a career firefi...

In part 2, Jake Barnes and Brandon Alexander delve into the intricacies of leadership within the firefighting community. They explore the importance of servant leadership, the dynamics of mentorship, and the significance of understanding genera...

In this engaging conversation, Jake Barnes interviews Brandon Alexander, a dedicated firefighter and leader at Highlander Fire Protection District. They discuss Brandon's journey in the fire service, his leadership philosophy centered on puttin...

In this conversation, Jake Barnes and Shane Farmer discuss the importance of mental toughness, physical fitness, and community in the fire service. Shane shares his experiences with the Firefighter Challenge League, emphasizing the supportive a...

In this episode of Three Point Firefighter, Captain Shane Farmer discusses his journey in the fire service, the importance of community and family, and the role of mental and physical fitness in firefighting. He emphasizes the supportive atmosp...

The conversation delves into the evolution and significance of Tablet Command, a firefighting technology designed to enhance situational awareness and incident management. The speakers discuss the challenges of integrating new technology into t...

In this conversation, Jake Barnes hosts Andy Bozzo and Will Pigeon, both experienced firefighters and co-founders of Tablet Command. They discuss their backgrounds in the fire service, the challenges posed by California wildfires, and the impor...

In this engaging conversation, Jake Barnes and his guests discuss various aspects of the fire service, including the challenges of live podcasting, the importance of safety in aviation, and the transformative role of FSRI in fire service traini...

In this engaging conversation, firefighters Jake Barnes, Jake Fedel, Kody Gazdag, and Rob Casamatta share their personal journeys in the firefighting profession, discussing the importance of mentorship, the treatment of new recruits, and the cu...

In this conversation, Jake Barnes, Jake Fedel, and Rob Casamatta discuss the probationary period for firefighters, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, training, and creating a supportive culture within fire departments. They share persona...

In this episode of 3-Point Firefighter, host Jake Barnes welcomes guests Rob Casamata and Jake Fedel, both experienced firefighters with a strong connection to the Northfield Township Fire Department. The conversation explores their backgrounds...

Growing up in Nebraska, I developed a love for God, community, and service. Directly out of high school, I decided to forgo an opportunity to play NAIA college football and pursue an Associate in Fire Protection Technology, from Southeast Commu...

Growing up in Nebraska, I developed a love for God, community, and service. Directly out of high school, I decided to forgo an opportunity to play NAIA college football and pursue an Associate in Fire Protection Technology, from Southeast Commu...

Tony Ambrosia has 29 years in the Fire Service and he is currently a  Captain Paramedic with City of Scottsdale Fire Department. He is in his 4th year as a Training Captain in the training division. He has a bachelor’s degree from Colum...

Tony Ambrosia has 29 years in the Fire Service and he is currently a  Captain Paramedic with City of Scottsdale Fire Department. He is in his 4th year as a Training Captain in the training division. He has a bachelor’s degree from Colum...

Send us a textChris has been in the fire service for 23 years. He has served as a volunteer and a career firefighter. He is currently the Assistant Chief of O...

Chris has been in the fire service for 23 years. He has served as a volunteer and a career firefighter. He is currently the Assistant Chief of Operations for Tri-Township in Indiana. He is always a student of the craft. In my “spare time” I enj...

Lars Axelsson is a firefighter, former captain and battalion chief from Sweden.Today, He works with firefighting training officers all over the world. For years he has  been challenging firefighters from more than 50 countries....

Lars Axelsson is a firefighter, former captain and battalion chief from Sweden.Today, He works with firefighting training officers all over the world. For years he has  been challenging firefighters from more than 50 countries....

Lacy Marcotte has been in the fire service for over 16 years and found herself finally working at Northville Township Michigan. She has an amazing perspective on fire service culture and we chat about the changes that are goin on inside the fir...

Lacy Marcotte has been in the fire service for over 16 years and found herself finally working at Northville Township Michigan. She has an amazing perspective on fire service culture and we chat about the changes that are goin on inside the fir...

Mike Goldstein or “Stickers”. Hails from Milford NH. Love the fire service and forever a student of the craft of firemanship. I was born in Albuquerque NM, lived in Arizona for a while and then California, then finally settled on the Granite St...

Mike Goldstein or “Stickers”. Hails from Milford NH. Love the fire service and forever a student of the craft of firemanship. I was born in Albuquerque NM, lived in Arizona for a while and then California, then finally settled on the Grani...

Matt Gehlbach has worked in Austin, Texas as a medic for a bit, then North Tahoe Fire in Lake Tahoe, California, then went to another depth called Santa Clara County Fire. Then Matt eventually landed at San Jose Fire and been loving it ever sin...