Talkin' Fire
Talkin' Fire is a podcast where we’ll be talking about all things fire service: the job, tactics, strategies, leadership, apparatus, training, EMS, recruiting, and so much more. Join Dean Babineau and hear from fire service professionals from all over as they share their experiences and the things they have learned along the way.
Episodes
10 episodes
Talkin' Fire - Episode #10 - District Chief Chris Kidder
In this episode we talk with District Chief Chris Kidder about the importance of training, leadership, being an influencer (of people), the two articles he has had published, and much more. A link to Chris' article "Developing the ...
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Talkin' Fire Ep #9 - BC Patrick Wirkus - Division Supervisors and More
In this episode we talk with Battalion Chief Patrick Wirkus about using Chief Officers as Division Supervisors and much more. A link to Patrick's article "USING CHIEF OFFICERS AS DIVISION SUPERVISORS" from the May 2025 editions is ...
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Talkin' Fire Ep #8 - Matt Berkins
In this episode we talk with Matt Berkins about training, reps, and that there is no secret ingredient to success.A link to Matt's Letter to the Editor "THERE IS NO “SECRET INGREDIENT" from the December 2024 edition is here:
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #7 - Joe Campagna
In this episode we talk with Joe Campagna, Leominster (MA) Fire. We talked about the value of local training conferences and the Massachusetts Fire District 8 Firefighters Conference. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=6157094...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #6 - Joe Guarnera, John Yovanovitch, Tiger Schmittendorf
In this special episode, we chat with our panelists about the value the National Fire Academy brings to the US Fire Service. We discuss the void that the fire service would feel if the NFA is not restored and what action steps you can take to s...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #5 - Dr. Denis Onieal, Chief (Ret) Marc Bashoor, Asst. Chief Chad Costa
In this special episode we chat with Dr. Denis Onieal, Chief (Ret) Marc Bashoor, and Asst. Chief Chad Costa focusing on the value the National Fire Academy brings to the US Fire Service. We discuss the void that the fire service would feel if t...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #4 - Joe Cea
In this episode, we talk to Joseph Cea. Joe has brought his experience as educator to the fire service and has recently written a thorough article on providing instruction to youth members. Our conversation covers Joe's role as a station keeper...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #3 - Zane Riggs
In this episode, we talk to Zane Riggs from a major metropolitan fire department in the southeast. He has more than 14 years of experience and believes in training and hard work. He also participates in a couple of interesting mentoring roles. ...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #2 - Brian Belhumer
In this episode we talk to Brian Belhumer about his career and working in the City of Providence. From Recruit Firefighter to Battalion Chief we chat about hard work, dedication, some tactics, and some cool thoughts. This is our fi...
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Talkin' Fire - Episode #1 - Matt Aalto
Welcome to Episode ONE of Talkin' Fire hosted by Dean Babineau. On this episode Dean interviews Matt Aalto. Matt Aalto currently serves as a Battalion Chief – Training Officer and RRC for the Estacada (OR) Fire District. Join us as we learn abo...
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Episode 1
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