Spiked Out
Welcome to the Spiked Out Podcast - your go-to for real stories, real people, and real insight from the wildland fire world. Brought to you by The Journeyman, we interview seasoned pros, share education, tips on getting certified, landing jobs, and making the most of the season. Whether you're already on the line or just getting started, we've got you covered. Tune in and get Spiked Out with us.
Podcasting since 2025 • 25 episodes
Spiked Out
Latest Episodes
What Does Better Wildland Medical Care Cost And Who Decides It
John of Backcountry Medics gets specific about capability, not just labels. What’s the real operational difference between Type 1 ALS and Type 2 ALS? Why does vehicle extrication keep coming up when we talk about firefighter fatality risk from ...
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The New DEA "Thing" And What It Means For Wildland Fire EMS
A firefighter gets crushed by a falling tree miles from a road. A medic knows exactly how to control the pain and protect the patient’s body from spiraling stress, but the medication that makes it possible can’t legally cross the next state lin...
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No Code, Muay Thai & Real Skills
College costs $200K+ and 4 years. Here's what you can build instead for less money and more capability.Part 2 with Maxim Smith diving into practical cycles from The Preparation: no-code fluency that lets you ship real products, Muay Tha...
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27:09
Autonomy Without Debt
What if the most valuable four years of your life weren't spent in a classroom, but stacking skills, shipping value, and building real businesses?We break down The Preparation - a structured framework that replaces drift with momentum t...
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Quiet Competence Wins: How Contractor Medics Build Trust Without Swagger
Ever wonder why some contractor medics get looped into the crew's plan while others end up alone on a ridge?It's all about trust. We break down the real mechanics of earning credibility on the fireline—and how quiet competence, not loud swa...
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