This week’s episode has it all — snacks, sarcasm, shout-outs, and snail mail. The guys take a break from the heavy topics and go full-on firehouse fun mode in this Fantasy Appetizer Draft episode. Who picked the best three-game day snacks? That’s up to YOU to decide!
Plus:
🚨 A big-time merch announcement
📬 New messages from listeners in our Snail Mail segment
👨🚒 Tips for new recruits starting the Fire Academy
🧂 Unkie’s Seasonings update
🔥 A call to action that’ll get your stomach growling
🥨 Pigskin Appetizer Draft:
5 firemen. 3 rounds. Snake-style draft.
Game Day Food Showdown.
Pick Highlights:
Freddy: Pulled pork nachos, jalapeño poppers, cheeseburger egg rolls
Matt: Spinach artichoke dip (in a bread bowl), sliders, pigs in a blanket
Unkie: Classic meatballs, buffalo chicken dip, deviled eggs
Brian: Boneless wings (or chicken nuggets 🤔), queso dip, cheeseburger sliders
Doug: Traditional wings, pizza, bacon-wrapped little smokies
🎯 You decide who won — vote on Instagram or Spotify!
🧢 Merch Announcement:
We’ve officially partnered with Notorious Fire Company for all Cool Fireman Podcast gear!
👕 Hoodies, shirts, hats — it’s all coming.
👉 Check thecoolfireman.com and our Instagram bio for updates.
Spoiler: It may already be live!
📬 Snail Mail Highlights:
Don’t Kick My Dog 34 asked about fire academies — the crew drops major tips on mindset, heat acclimation, fitness, and claustrophobia training.
Jacob Quartarella reached out about finding a mentor in the fire service. The team shares ideas for making connections when you don’t have firehouse contacts.
Kenny Mitchell remains undefeated in the “Who Listens First?” challenge… can YOU beat him?
💬 Notable Quotes:
“Spinach artichoke dip… and you eat the bowl too!” – Matt
“Boneless wings are chicken nuggets with an ego.” – Doug
“That garlic and herb seasoning? Almost sold out.” – Unkie
“Every day in the academy is a job interview.” – Brian
“Respectful discourse? Always. Disrespect? No time for it.” – Doug
“We haven’t made a dime… but the brotherhood we’ve built? Worth it.” – Matt
🧠 Tips for Fire Academy Recruits:
Acclimate to heat by wearing turnouts around the house
Practice wearing a facepiece to build comfort and prevent panic
Get your textbook early and start studying
Tie knots and practice skills now — don’t wait
Treat every day like a job interview
Ask meaningful questions and stay humble
🎯 Call to Action:
🗳️ Vote for your favorite draft lineup!
Drop the name of the host whose appetizer picks you think are unbeatable.
🔥 BONUS: Try to beat Kenny Mitchell by being the first comment on our Friday episode post for a chance at a prize pack.
🎧 Listen Now On:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube
📅 New episodes drop every Friday at midnight PT
