Matt Szpindor, a 39-year veteran of the Fire Service, retired as a Lieutenant assigned to Squad Co. #1 in the Fire Department, City of New York (NY). He is a 22-year veteran of the FDNY and has served in several volunteer and career fire depart...

In this conversation, Chief Greg Quatchak shares his remarkable journey through 51 years in the Ingomar Volunteer Fire Company, discussing the evolution of firefighting, the challenges of balancing professional life with volunteer service, and ...

In this episode, Dan Miller, a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, shares his journey from being a volunteer firefighter to a politician. He discusses the challenges faced by the fire service, the importance of training and sta...

In this episode of the Eastside Firemen's Chat, Bob Wasik shares his journey in the fire service, discussing his passion for firefighting, the impact of line of duty deaths, and the importance of mental health. He reflects on personal healt...

In this episode, I interview Sean Sokolowski, a dedicated firefighter and instructor. We discuss shared experiences in the fire service, the importance of mentorship, and the impact of training initiatives. We explore the challenges of balancin...