WFD Ops Talk
The people, the work, and the ideas driving the fire service forward.
Ops Talk is hosted by Eric Linnenburger, Deputy Chief of Operations at Westminster Fire Department. We profile the people doing the work and discuss the ideas driving the fire service forward.
We sit down with firefighters, officers, specialty teams, and outside voices to cover position profiles that go beyond the job description, leadership at every level, lessons learned from real incidents, and the progressive thinking shaping the industry's future.
Whether you're a firefighter looking to grow professionally, aspiring for leadership, or simply interested in what makes a fire department operate, these honest conversations offer practical insights you can use.
Questions or topic suggestions? Email opstalk.wfd@gmail.com
*Ops Talk is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Always follow your department's procedures and guidelines.
WFD Ops Talk
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Welcome to Ops Talk, Westminster Fire Department's operational training podcast.
We're here to have real conversations about fire department operations, tactics, and the people doing the work. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Operations Eric Linnenburger, each episode features firefighters, officers, and subject matter experts from within and outside the organization, discussing what truly matters on the front lines.
What you'll find here:
-Tactical discussions on evolving challenges like EV fires, hazmat response, and technical rescue
-Position and specialty team profiles that go beyond the job description
-Lessons learned from real incidents and experiences
-Honest conversations about leadership, team building, and professional growth
-Insights from both inside and outside the Westminster Fire Department
Who this is for:
Current first responders, aspiring first responders, and anyone interested in understanding modern fire service operations. Think of it as pulling up a chair at the kitchen table - real discussions, practical knowledge, and lessons we can all learn from.
New episodes at least monthly - Available in video here on YouTube and audio on all major podcast platforms.
Contact Information:
opstalk.wfd @gmail.com
Eric Linnenburger:
linkedin.com/in/eric-linnenburger
elinnenb@westminsterco.gov