Making Inroads: The Female Influence is Stronger Than Ever in the Fire Service

Knox® and friends

Knox® and friends
Making Inroads: The Female Influence is Stronger Than Ever in the Fire Service
Jan 12, 2026 Season 1 Episode 18
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As the old “fireman” days are now well behind us, the fire service industry continues to seek new ways to recruit and retain female firefighters and to embrace a traditionally underrepresented demographic. Whatever the industry is doing seems to be working, as women are taking leadership roles at an accelerated pace. In this Knox & Friends podcast, two of the leading fire marshals in the U.S. discuss the challenges and opportunities that exist for both current female firefighters and those interested in starting a fire service career.

Episode Artwork Making Inroads: The Female Influence is Stronger Than Ever in the Fire Service 32:59 Episode Artwork The Importance of Making Your Voice Heard 34:37 Episode Artwork The Importance of Defending Codes and Standards 30:13 Episode Artwork Driving Change Through Leadership 36:09 Episode Artwork NFPA Education Director Brings Passion to New Role 24:07 Episode Artwork A Community-Wide Challenge Led to a Community-Wide Solution 26:12 Episode Artwork Firefighting Challenges in Alaska and the Use of Knox Products at the University of Alaska Fairbanks 17:58 Episode Artwork The Important Role of the NFFF Continues Under New CEO Victor Stagnaro 21:28 Episode Artwork Understanding the Challenges of Today's Industrial Fire & Life Safety Professional 22:30 Episode Artwork Honoring FDNY FF Billy Moon - The Transformative Gift of Organ Donation 21:45 Episode Artwork NASFM Launches Civil Unrest Preparedness Guide and Course 22:45 Episode Artwork Maximizing the Benefits of Innovative Rapid Access Technologies 32:49 Episode Artwork The importance of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting personnel and the ARFF Working Group 27:12 Episode Artwork The Evolution of Today’s PIO 32:08 Episode Artwork Seconds Matter During School Active Shootings 33:49 Episode Artwork Controlling Access on University Campuses 38:44 Episode Artwork Residential Response Resources Benefit Seniors 31:32 Episode Artwork Chief Shane Ray, NFSA President - Fire Sprinklers Save Lives 33:54