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 • 23 episodes
Spiked Out
Latest Episodes
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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How a Structure Firefighter Found a Way Out Through Wildland
What happens when 80% of fire calls are EMS—and it starts breaking you?We sit down with a structure firefighter Matt Emrich who chased the dream of real fire, got buried in nonstop EMS and critical calls, and eventually hit a breaking p...
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The Pack Test Isn't Enough: What It Really Takes for Steep Terrain, Altitude & Smoke
Think passing the pack test means you're ready? It's just the floor, not the ceiling.Austin Womack from Rugged Athlete breaks down why three miles in 45 minutes only proves minimum fitness—and what it actually takes to handle steep climbs, ...
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