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FDNY ProDivers in the Water with FDNY Battalion Chief Thor Johannessen, Captain Frederick Ill and Firefighter Jacob DuttonOn the morning of November 12, 2023, FDNY members in Manhattan executed a dramatic dive rescue in the Hudson River. As initial FDNY units arrived, a witness reported that a man had climbed over the railing and fallen backward into the water. After a brief struggle, he disappeared beneath the surface. Within moments, FDNY surface swimmers and a SCUBA diver entered the river and located the victim 15 feet below.In this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, host Battalion Chief Jason Cascone speaks with Firefighter Jacob Dutton—the SCUBA diver involved in the operation—along with Captain Frederick Ill and...
2025-11-2655 min
FDNY ProComplex high-rise firefighting operations in New York City with FDNY Captain Chris Collier, and Lieutenants Dan Gordon and James PirotNew York City is home to thousands of high-rise buildings, from legacy skyscrapers to modern glass towers. Their heights can range from seven stories to more than 100 stories, with vastly different interiors. The FDNY responds to fires and emergencies in all of them. Over the years, the FDNY has developed proven strategies and tactics but continues to adapt as they city’s skyline and building technologies evolve. Three experts in the field—Captain Chris Collier, and Lieutenants Dan Gordon and James Pirot—join host Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello for a discussion on common challenges and best practices in these comple...
2025-10-3143 min
FDNY ProHonoring and remembering our fallen with FDNY First Deputy Commissioner Mark Guerra and Lieutenant Joe LaPointeIn the aftermath of September 11, 2001, when 343 members made the Supreme Sacrifice, the FDNY grappled with the unimaginable loss of life while at the same time rebuilding its decimated Department. Processes were in place to handle line of duty deaths, but not for this unthinkable number of members. In the days, months and even years that followed, the FDNY faced the enormous challenge of grieving, honoring their fallen and their families, and beginning the long path to recovery. During this time, the Department’s Ceremonial Unit took on a critical role—not only helping to manage hundr...
2025-09-1259 min
Join FDNY Podcast"In the FDNY, there’s truly a job for everyone"“In the FDNY, there’s truly a job for everyone,” said Station 47 EMT Andrew Ochtera, joined by fellow Station 47 EMT Saverio Bosco Jr., as they reflected on their July 2024 rescue, that earned them the prestigious Yadira Arroyo Medal at the 2025 FDNY Medal Day.
Our hosts, Captain Andrew Brown and EMS Captain Randy Li, explore the significance of this celebrated tradition, sharing stories of courage, the emotions behind receiving one of the Department’s highest honors, and the lasting impact these moments have on both the medal recipients and the FDNY community.
2025-07-3112 min
FDNY ProRescue on the Rocks with FDNY EMTs Saverio Bosco and Andrew OchteraFrom Memorial Day to Labor Day, the FDNY deploys beach Gator units at area beaches, which are staffed by EMTs trained to respond to emergencies on the beach. These units work in partnership with the FDNY Drone Unit, FDNY Fire Companies, the NYPD and New York City Parks Department lifeguards and can more easily navigate the beach and through crowds in their small, specialized vehicle. New York City’s beaches are especially crowded during the warm summer months, and Independence Day weekend 2024 was no exception. Just after 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, Station 47’s beach gator unit sprang into acti...
2025-07-1637 min
FDNY ProImportant links in the chain of survival with FDNY Chief Inspector Kingsley Eze and Paramedics Alexis Gonzalez and Youssef Al HammamiFDNY Deputy Chief Inspector Kingsley Eze, a civilian manager in the Bureau of Fire Prevention found a civilian employee in cardiac arrest in the basement parking garage of the Department's headquarters on August 1, 2024. After calling 9-1-1 he was directed to begin compressions-only CPR, activating the first two steps in the chain of survival. Once first responders arrived on scene, paramedics Alexis Gonzalez and Youssef Al Hammami of Station 31 treated, stabilized and transported the patient to the hospital. In this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, Captain Randy Li invites all three members to the studio to discuss how...
2025-05-2141 min
FDNY ProDeveloping greater-alarm situational awareness with FDNY Assistant Chief Malcolm Moore and Deputy Assistant Chief Joseph DugganOn May 1, 2024, FDNY members in Brooklyn responded to a fire that would challenge even the department's most experienced fire ground commanders. What would initially appear to be a minor roof fire involving an awning in front of a supermarket, quickly escalated into a serious multiple-alarm fire, ultimately involving five structures and requiring the equivalent of an eight-alarm assignment to bring under control. Deputy Assistant Chief Joseph Duggan and FDNY Chief of Special Operations Malcolm Moore join host Battalion Chief Jason Cascone for a conversation.
2025-04-3053 min
FDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 4-alarm fire in the BronxAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, April 20, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 4-alarm fire in the Bronx.
2025-04-2103 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 3-alarm fire in QueensAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, April 20, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 3-alarm fire in Queens.
2025-04-2001 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on all-hands fire in BrooklynAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, April 13, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on an all-hands fire in Brooklyn.
2025-04-1402 min
FDNY ProA career in emergency medicine grows in Brooklyn with FDNY Captain Bevonia HarrisonIn this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, we welcome Captain Bevonia Harrison of Station 38 in Brooklyn. With a nearly 20-year career with FDNY EMS and time in the U.S. Navy Reserve, Captain Harrison discusses her lifelong commitment to service and her passion for giving back in some of the busiest neighborhoods in the city. She explains how important it is to her to make an impact in a community that's not far from her childhood home, especially during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
2025-03-2626 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 2-alarm fire on Staten IslandAt a Public Information Briefing on Saturday, March 22, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 2-alarm fire on Staten Island.
2025-03-2402 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 3-alarm fire in QueensAt a Public Information Briefing on Monday, March 10, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 3-alarm fire in Queens.
2025-03-1102 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 3-alarm fire in the BronxAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, March 9, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 3-alarm fire in the Bronx.
2025-03-0901 min
FDNY ProFighting duct fires with FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony PascocelloFires occurring in duct systems require specific considerations, especially in high-rise buildings. They can spread throughout the duct system to the structure itself, which can lead to a tactically complex operation. These fires can be difficult to extinguish, depending on the extent of the system and the occupancy of the building. FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello returns to the FDNY Pro Podcast to discuss best practices at these type fires.
2025-02-2621 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 2-alarm fire in ManhattanAt a Public Information Briefing on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 2-alarm fire in Manhattan.
2025-02-2603 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 3-alarm fire in QueensAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 3-alarm fire in Queens.
2025-02-2402 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker provides update on fatal fire in QueensAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker provided an update on a fatal fire in Queens.
2025-02-1605 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker provides update on fatal fire in BrooklynAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker provided an update on a fatal fire in Brooklyn.
2025-02-0902 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 4-alarm fire in ManhattanAt a Public Information Briefing on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 4-alarm fire in Manhattan.
2025-02-0602 min
FDNY ProIn Studio with FDNY Commissioner Robert TuckerSeason 10 of the FDNY Pro Podcast starts with Fire Commissioner Robert S. Tucker discussing issues facing the Department, including a new push for federal legislation to regulate lithium-ion batteries, the formation of the City’s brush fire task force, EMS call volume, and utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to improve public safety. Battalion Chief Jason Cascone and Associate Commissioner Amanda Farinacci host.
2025-01-2935 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 4-alarm fire in BrooklynAt a Public Information Briefing on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 4-alarm fire in Brooklyn.
2025-01-2602 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 2-alarm fire on Staten IslandAt a Public Information Briefing on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 2-alarm fire on Staten Island.
2025-01-2103 minFDNY Public Information BriefingsFDNY officials provide update on 4-alarm fire in the BronxAt a Public Information Briefing on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, FDNY officials provided an update on a 4-alarm fire in the Bronx.
2025-01-1603 min
FDNY ProAnatomy of extreme fire behavior with FDNY Lt. Brian Currid, Firefighter Rob Camaj and special guest Fire Safety Research Institute’s Dr. Dan MadrzykowskiOn January 16, 2024, FDNY members experienced an extreme fire event while operating at a residential building fire at 2162 Valentine Avenue in the Bronx. A fire in an apartment on the third floor of a six-story H-type New Law tenement extended into the public hallway, up the interior public stairwell, and blew fifteen feet out the roof bulkhead door. In this episode, host Battalion Chief Jason Cascone discusses this fascinating operation with Lt. Brian Currid and FF Rob Camaj from Ladder 33–the first due truck– and special guest Dr. Dan Madrzykowski, Senior Director of Research for the Fire S...
2024-11-2650 min
FDNY ProA look back at fifty years of paramedicine in New York City with FDNY Dr. Tony ShallashDr. Tony Shallash has had an extensive career in emergency medicine which gained momentum when, in 1974, he joined the first-ever paramedic class in New York City. Through a pilot program established by Dr. Sheldon Jacobson, the group trained at Jacobi Medical Center and graduated in August of that year. Dr. Shallash discusses his love for emergency medicine, becoming a paramedic, the first paramedic coordinator for New York City EMS, starting medical school in his forties, and finally coming back to the FDNY to work as a physician in the Office of Medical Affairs. Captain Randy Li hosts.
2024-10-3121 min
FDNY ProCommand and control decisions on 9/11 and in its aftermath with FDNY Assistant Chief Thomas Galvin (Retired)On September 11, 2001, when terrorists attacked the World Trade Center, then Deputy Chief Thomas Galvin was working in the quarters of Division 3. In this episode, he speaks to host Captain John Ceriello about his experience that day – how he responded to ground zero, led the evacuation of the Marriott hotel, and survived the collapse of both towers. In the aftermath of 9/11, he explains how he helped rebuild the devastated Department, including aiding in the development of the FDNY’s first Incident Management Team (IMT) and running the FDNY Bureau of Training until 2015.
2024-09-1040 minJoin FDNY Podcast"We Are FDNY"“We Are FDNY,” is a signature storytelling campaign that highlights the men and women across the FDNY.
For this episode, Office of Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Vishavjit Singh, sat down with Captain Andrew Brown as they recapped the launch event for the fourth edition of the “We Are FDNY.” The pair interviewed a few of the members profiled on this year’s poster.
Members interviewed include Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Dr. Kwame Cooper, Fleet Services Auto Services Mechanic Donovan Etienne, Human Resources Senior Director Yelena Kordova, Ladder 123 Firefighter Nicholas Welch, and Bureau of Fire Prevention...
2024-08-3019 min
FDNY ProResponding to cardiac calls with FDNY Paramedics Jonathan Morel and Maggie StudsrudCardiac arrest calls can be one of the most intense call-types emergency medical services members respond to. Often times they are emotionally heightened and require hyper-focus when performing skills and administering medications. FDNY paramedics Jonathan Morel and Maggie Studsrud discuss, with host Captain Randy Li, their two successful cardiac arrest calls where the patients survived and are now living healthy lives. The two medics had the honor of meeting their survivors at the 2024 FDNY Second Chance Ceremony.
2024-05-2326 min
FDNY ProFDNY subway operations and power removal considerations with Battalion Chief Bill VenturaThe New York City subway system is the oldest, longest and most utilized public transportation system in the nation, with 472 stations in operation and more than 2 billion riders in 2023. With these massive numbers come numerous responses for the FDNY throughout the system. Most incidents are minor in nature and handled without removing power to the subway cars. When a situation calls for it, such as serious fires, person struck by a train or major accidents, power removal will be necessary for the safety of Department members as well as the passengers. In this episode, we discuss the wide-ranging effects...
2024-04-2319 min
FDNY ProIn Studio with FDNY Commissioner Laura KavanaghWe're kicking off 2024 by sitting down with FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh to discuss a wide range of topics facing the Department including the ongoing lithium-ion battery crisis and how the FDNY is helping combat it on a national, state and local level, the upcoming strategic plan and more. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry hosts.
2024-01-3129 min
FDNY ProTrench rescue operations with FDNY Lieutenant Todd SmithA trench is considered a temporary excavation where both the length of the floor and the depth of the trench exceeds the width of the floor. Construction and underground utility service and repair are a few of the reasons trenches are dug. The large amount of underground infrastructure and construction happening in New York City increases the likelihood that FDNY units will respond to such a collapse. These incidents are deceivingly dangerous as they often occur with little or no warning and a high percentage of deaths that occur involve would-be rescuers. In this episode, host Battalion Chief Brian...
2023-11-3022 min
FDNY ProFighting a Fire in the Sky with FDNY Battalion Chiefs Anthony Pascocello and Mark Rosenbaum Manhattan FDNY companies were dispatched to a high-rise building under construction with reports of a crane on fire. The construction crane was positioned about five stories above the 45-story building when the engine caught fire. Upon arrival, the crane’s boom, which had 16 tons of concrete attached fell, striking another high-rise building before crashing to the street below. Host Battalion Chief Brian Mulry talks through this challenging operation with two of the initial chiefs on scene, Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello, Battalion 9, and Battalion Chief Mark Rosenbaum, Battalion 8.
2023-10-2728 min
FDNY ProHope and spirituality on the Department’s darkest day with FDNY Chaplain Monsignor John DelendickAn FDNY Chaplain since 1996, Monsignor John Delendick has comforted, advised, and ministered to the Department’s members and families for nearly three decades. On September 11, 2001, he responded to the terrorist attacks and served as a pathfinder to safety, first aid and ambulances, while providing counsel to the desperate who were losing hope. During the recovery efforts, he spent his days attending memorial services and funerals, and his evenings checking in with members working the pile. In the years since 9/11, while the Department rebuilt, he continued attending plaque dedications, funerals and visiting with members, but also bestowed blessings at graduations, pr...
2023-09-1328 min
FDNY ProHeavy clutter makes for difficult rescues with FDNY Lieutenant Chris Walter and Firefighters Roger Buck and Joseph AndresMembers of Ladder Company 108 carried out multiple rescues amongst challenging conditions and heavy clutter at a Brooklyn fire. In this episode, Lieutenant Chris Walter and Firefighters Roger Buck and Joseph Andres discuss the 2022 operation with host Battalion Chief Brian Mulry. For their heroic actions, the company received a unit citation, and the three guests were recognized with individual medals at the 2023 FDNY Medal Day ceremony – the most of any one company this year.
2023-08-3022 min
FDNY ProEmergency medical care in an elevator shaft with FDNY Lieutenant Shlomo Winkler and Paramedic Kira WatkinsTwo people plummeted five stories down an elevator shaft at the Bronx Terminal Market. Lieutenant Shlomo Winkler, then a Rescue Paramedic, and Paramedic Watkins, together with numerous on-scene units, worked to treat and free the patient trapped beneath the elevator car in a December 2022 operation. Winkler and Watkins discuss their processes, challenges faced, and teamwork needed at this incident. For their professionalism and commitment to providing quality care, the two were awarded the Christopher J. Prescott Medal at FDNY Medal Day this past June. Captain Randy Li hosts.
2023-07-2725 min
FDNY ProEvolution of fighting wind-impacted fires in New York City with FDNY Battalion Chief Gerald Tracy (Retired)Some of the most difficult fires FDNY members face are wind impacted fires. It's been more than two decades since the Department began studying the impact of wind in high rise building fires which ultimately led to current protocols, procedures, and equipment developed to help fight these fires and are now part of FDNY standard operating procedures. In this episode, retired Battalion Chief Gerald Tracy shares his knowledge of wind impacted fires and revisits how the Department improved its understanding and tactics of fighting these challenging and devastating fires. Captain John Ceriello hosts.
2023-06-2929 min
FDNY ProNeonatal resuscitation, a vital response and emotional reunion, with FDNY EMTs Silverio Moreno and Johnathan RiveraDuring the midst of the COVID pandemic outbreak in New York City, Tracy Harris began having severe abdominal pain that prompted her to call 9-1-1 for help. Just prior to EMS arrival, she realized that she was in full active labor (23 weeks pregnant at the time) and her pre-term baby girl had just unexpectedly delivered while she laid on the floor. In this episode, Station 20's first-arriving EMTs Silverio Moreno and Johnathan Rivera—who had never worked together before—recall how they upgraded the call from OB-OUT to a cardiac arrest as they discovered the newborn baby was not...
2023-05-2626 min
FDNY ProManhattan roof rope rescues with FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello, Lieutenants Adrienne Walsh and Joseph Decker, and Firefighters Darren Harsch, Christian Wellinger and Artur PodgorskiFDNY units saved multiple residents from a three-alarm fire in a Manhattan high-rise. The explosive fire, which was ignited by an e-bike’s lithium-ion battery, blocked the first arriving units’ entry into the fire apartment. Multiple firefighters were lowered simultaneously to rescue residents trapped at the window, overcoming obstacles that challenged members while suspended 200-feet above ground. In this special two-part episode, firefighters and fire officers working in Ladder 16, Rescue 1 and Battalion 9 recount the harrowing details of this operation and highlight the teamwork, determination and lessons learned that will leave an indelible mark on listeners. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry talk...
2023-04-2858 min
FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids!Be #FDNYSmart about joining the FDNY!Did you know you the FDNY offers Youth Programs for those interested in learning more about a career with the FDNY? In this episode we talk to EMT Ramla Evans, program manager for the FDNY Exploring Program. The program allows youths in New York City to learn new skills and gain experience with the greatest fire department in the world!
2023-04-2710 min
FDNY ProClimbing the Ranks with FDNY Battalion Chiefs Michele Fitzsimmons and Rochelle “Rocky” Jones (Retired)Two trailblazing women of the FDNY, Battalion Chief Rochelle “Rocky” Jones (Retired) and Battalion Chief Michele Fitzsimmons discuss their successful careers with the Department. Chief Fitzsimmons joined the Department in 2001, and currently is the highest-ranking woman firefighter in the FDNY. Chief Jones entered the Department back in 1982, with the first class of women ever appointed to the FDNY, and climbed the ranks to become the first woman to be promoted to the rank of Battalion Chief in 2003. Chief Fitzsimmons followed in her footsteps and joined the rank in 2020. Elizabeth Cascio hosts.
2023-03-1623 min
FDNY ProOrgan donation advocacy with Kristina Moon, wife of fallen FDNY Firefighter William P. Moon II, and retired members Patrick Reynolds and Terrence JordanKristina Moon's husband, Firefighter William P. Moon II, or Billy as everyone called him, suffered a fatal injury while preparing for a training drill at his Brooklyn firehouse in December of 2022. Days later when it became clear that the 21-veteran of the Department would not survive his injuries, Billy’s family carried out his wishes to donate his organs to help others. In total, five organs from Moon were transplanted into five desperate recipients. Two of those recipients include retired FDNY members, Captain Patrick Reynolds and Lieutenant Terrence Jordan, who join this conversation remotely via video conference. Kristina Moon jo...
2023-02-1429 min
FDNY ProFighting high rise transformer fires with FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony PascocelloThe heavy demand on electrical usage in high rise buildings warrants the need for high voltage equipment. That is why it's so important to understand the dangers of this equipment and how units can safely operate at fires involving transformer vault rooms. In this episode, FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello returns to the podcast to provide listeners with a working knowledge of these types of fires and operational considerations. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry hosts.
2022-11-3022 min
FDNY ProFirst EMT to contract AIDS on duty remembered by FDNY 25 years later2022 marks the 25thanniversary of the untimely death of FDNY EMT Tracy Allen Lee who was the first EMT to contract HIV on duty in the city—and in the country. Allen Lee dedicated her life to caring for others but spent the years leading up to her death fighting for the benefits for an illness obtained while in the line of duty. It wasn’t until a year after her death, that she received the line-of-duty designation and a New York State law granted line-of-duty benefits to any EMT and Paramedic who contracts HIV while on the job. This year, the...
2022-10-2619 min
FDNY ProTreating trapped patients at a building collapse with FDNY Rescue Paramedics Lt. Paul Ardizzone, Hugh Smith and Shewain GeorgeOn July 30, 2021, Rescue Paramedics Hugh Smith and Shewain George were presented with a challenge that would test their many years of training and experience. The rescue medics arrived on scene of a building collapse to find FDNY Special Operations Units operating to rescue two trapped victims. Together with Lieutenant Paul Ardizzone, they worked to assess, stabilize and treat the two pinned workers. For their efforts at this operation they were awarded the Christopher J. Prescott medal this past June. The three members discuss this arduous assignment, their rescue medic training and attending medal day with host Chief of Staff...
2022-07-2027 min
FDNY ProSpotlight on roof operations with FDNY Firefighter Philip GordonAt the FDNY, the roof position can be both physically and mentally demanding. The assignments are largely autonomous, but can drastically improve operating conditions for other members and survivability for civilians, while failure can result in punishing--if not devastating--consequences for all. In this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, Battalion Chief Brian Mulry talks with Firefighter Philip Gordon of Ladder 176 about roof operations on the FDNY fireground.
2022-06-2928 min
FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids!Be #FDNYSmart and learn about the FDNY!It’s career day at #FDNYSmart! That means in this episode of the FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids! we'll explore the various career paths the FDNY has to offer. While the Department’s main goal is to provide fire protection and other public safety services, we do so much more. Listen in to learn about our rewarding jobs. We believe that the FDNY is the best place in the world to work. We love serving our communities and keeping New York City safe!
2022-04-3019 min
FDNY ProRecollections of daring rescue operations with Retired FDNY Lieutenant Kevin SheaRetired FDNY Lieutenant Kevin Shea was involved in one of the most daring roof rope rescues in FDNY history. On May 14, 1991, FDNY firefighters conducted two technical roof rope rescues at the same fire in Midtown Manhattan, hanging 12 stories above the crowded New York City streets. The dramatic rescue was filmed live and later recreated for television. The save was one of the rescues featured in the FDNY Pro film, the Last Resort. Shea also responded to and was injured at the first World Trade Center Bombing in 1993. In this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, Shea recounts these iconic...
2022-04-1829 min
FDNY ProFostering leadership in EMS with FDNY Deputy Chief Natalia PoluninWith 20 years in the Department, FDNY Deputy Chief Natalia Polunin rose through the ranks and was most notably the first woman to command FDNY's specialized HazTac unit. Chief Polunin discusses her career, how she continually opts for new challenges and fosters growth in FDNY's newest EMS members.
2022-03-3028 min
FDNY ProInside look at the FDNY Bravest football team with Head Coach and Firefighter Cameron PeekFirefighter Cameron Peek, Rescue Company 2, has been passed the reins and is embarking on his first season as head coach of one of the Department's largest athletic organizations, the FDNY Bravest Football team. As the 5th coach since the team's founding in 1973, FF Peek discusses the team and their goals for the season. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry hosts.
2022-03-0118 min
FDNY ProWTC health impacts report 20 Years after 9/11 with FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David PrezantThe health consequences to the FDNY’s WTC-exposed rescue/recovery workers were both immediate and far-reaching. The FDNY WTC Health Program began treatment day one, monitoring evaluations in October 2001 and continues today. The WTC Health Impacts Report summarizes the health impacts of WTC exposure on the FDNY workforce and details how its members continue to suffer from WTC-related illnesses 20 years later. In this episode, host Chief of Staff Elizabeth Cascio discusses the report and the lasting health impact 9/11 has on Department members with FDNY Chief Medical Officer and Director of the FDNY WTC Health Program Dr. David Prezant.
2021-10-3128 min
FDNY ProS06, E71 WTC Health Impacts Report 20 Years After 9/11 with FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David PrezantThe health consequences to the FDNY’s WTC-exposed rescue/recovery workers were both immediate and far-reaching. The FDNY WTC Health Program began treatment day one, monitoring evaluations in October 2001 and continues today. The WTC Health Impacts Report summarizes the health impacts of WTC exposure on the FDNY […]
2021-10-3128 min
FDNY ProFirefighters perform roof rope rescue to save small child with FDNY Firefighters Abe Miller and Jairo SosaIn September 2020, FDNY firefighters Jairo Sosa (Ladder 34) and Abe Miller (Ladder 23) performed a life-saving roof rope rescue, saving a child at a fire in Washington Heights for which they earned well-deserved medals at this year’s Medal Ceremony held in June. The firefighters discuss […]
2021-08-2523 min
FDNY ProUnconscious driver saved from burning dump truck with FDNY EMTs Gary Hui and Samuel WrightFDNY members have the tools, training and equipment to respond daily to all sorts of emergencies throughout the city. But, occasionally the men and women of FDNY are forced to improvise or make split-second decisions to save a life. Despite the conditions they are faced are […]
2021-07-2620 min
FDNY ProResponding safely with FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Michael MeyersEach June the Department commemorates Safety Week by picking a theme and sharing information on a specified topic for all bureaus and units to focus and collaborate on. Run by the FDNY Safety Command, the goal is to increase awareness and ensure safe operations for all […]
2021-06-1623 min
FDNY ProFDNY EMS operations during the COVID-19 pandemic with Assistant Chiefs Alvin Suriel and Jonathan PistilliThe entire world was introduced to a highly infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus known as COVID-19 and New York City quickly felt its wrath. From the outset in early 2020, the #FDNY’s Bureau of EMS Operations was faced with monumental challenges. Assistant Chiefs […]
2021-05-1929 min
FDNY ProValuable takeaways on maydays shared at the FDNY’s Strategic Awareness Program with FDNY Deputy Chief Chuck DowneyIn 2018, the FDNY’s Bureau of Training introduced a new initiative called the FDNY’s Strategic Awareness Program. Its mission is to enhance peer education for Chiefs and their aides across the five boroughs, allowing them to share their experiences on specific topics or operations. Deputy Chief […]
2021-04-2929 min
FDNY ProInspiring and preparing the FDNY’s next generation with Firefighter Jackie-Michelle MartinezAs Special Operations Firefighter Jackie-Michelle Martinez, of Squad 270, approaches her 20th year with the FDNY, she looks back at her career path as a Cadet, EMT, Academy Instructor, and Firefighter. She discusses her experience as the Department’s first Women’s Outreach Coordinator, an historic appointment that […]
2021-03-2328 min
FDNY ProTrapped victims rescued from the floor above with FDNY Chief Tom Fitzgerald and Lieutenants Rich Davan and Rob BrownIn the early morning hours of September 29, 2020, FDNY companies in Washington Heights, Manhattan encountered heavy fire and multiple people trapped on the top floor – the floor above the fire – of a six story U-shaped residential building. Battalion Chief Tom Fitzgerald (Battalion 16), […]
2021-01-2928 min
FDNY ProEducational and public safety outreach during a pandemic with FDNY Captain Michael Kozo and Director of Community Affairs Fabricio CaroIn the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, the FDNY Community Affairs Unit pivoted their primary fire and life safety outreach from a largely in-person model to a mainly digital one. While difficult, it was a move that was made a bit easier as the Department […]
2020-11-1928 min
FDNY ProRemembering 9/11 with FDNY Chief of Department John SudnikEach year on the FDNY Pro Podcast, we mark the anniversary of September 11, 2001 by featuring an FDNY member who responded to the WTC attacks on that day. John Sudnik began his career as an FDNY Firefighter appointed in October 1989 and assigned to Engine […]
2020-09-3029 min
FDNY Pro“The Last Resort” a lifesaving roof rope rescue with FDNY Lieutenant Jim LeeAs seen in the FDNY Pro Film, The Last Resort, on October 27, 2016, an early morning fire in an upper Manhattan 5-story tenement left residents fleeing for their lives. With a fire escape located only on the front of the building, and heavy fire on […]
2020-08-2123 min
FDNY ProTop floor fires with FDNY Lieutenant Michael ScottoFighting top floor fires in H-Type buildings or large multiple dwellings is complicated and challenging. FDNY Lieutenant Michael Scotto, a 41-year member of the Department currently working at Ladder 58 in the Bronx, joins host Battalion Chief Brian Mulry to discuss the operational challenges Firefighters have […]
2020-07-2427 min
FDNY ProGet to know your gear with FDNY Chief of Safety Michael MeyersThis episode is being released in conjunction with FDNY Safety Week 2020. For the first time ever, the FDNY is sharing our Safety Week training and information on fdnypro.org. The FDNY and FDNY Foundation would like to thank the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation for making this […]
2020-06-1225 min
FDNY ProFDNY EMS on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic with FDNY Paramedic Kimberley LaychockKimberley Laychock is a 21-year veteran of the FDNY who is serving on the frontlines of the Coronavirus outbreak in New York City. Sunday, May 17, 2020, marks the start of EMS Week 2020, an annual week-long initiative to promote public safety among all New Yorkers […]
2020-05-2222 min
FDNY ProA return to public service with FDNY EMT Donna JaworskiDonna Jaworski is saving lives as an FDNY EMT–again. Jaworski previously served as an FDNY EMT before leaving the Department in 2003 to raise her family. She was also a September 11th first responder, having worked at the World Trade Center site during the rescue and […]
2020-03-2426 min
FDNY ProFDNY warm zone triage with Captain Gregg BradyIncidents involving active shooters, violent extremists, barricade situations or other acts of aggressive deadly behaviors represent some of the most challenging responses to the first responder community. These types of responses test the capabilities of first responders—including mass-casualty care. The FDNY is the primary response agency […]
2019-12-0627 min
FDNY ProA life of service with FDNY Firefighter and USMC Captain Recordo DemetriusAs of October 2019, more than 1,300 members of the FDNY are veterans or military reservists. That includes Fire, EMS and civilians. As a paramilitary agency, the Department’s organizational structure, tactics, training and culture resembles that of the U.S. Armed Forces. In this episode, FDNY Firefighter […]
2019-11-2226 min
FDNY ProRemembering 9/11 with FDNY Chief of EMS Lillian BonsignoreLillian Bonsignore currently serves as the highest ranking officer in FDNY EMS. On 9/11, Chief Bonsignore didn’t hold an official leadership role, but she responded to the World Trade Center hoping to save lives. Having arrived after the first tower fell, Chief Bonsignore quickly realized that […]
2019-09-0325 min
FDNY ProFDNY drones and robotics with Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello and Captain Michael LeoOn March 6, 2017, the FDNY launched its first ever tethered drone to respond to a fire in a 6-story building on Crotona Park North in the Bronx. It was a ground-breaking moment. After September 11, 2001, the need for enhanced situational awareness of the incident […]
2019-08-3025 min
FDNY ProOperations at cellar fires with FDNY Lieutenant Tim KlettWith limited access, egress and ventilation fighting cellar fires is one of the most challenging scenarios firefighters face. Not knowing what you might encounter behind the cellar door makes the advance down the cellar steps difficult and dangerous. FDNY Engine Officer, Lt. Tim Klett of Engine […]
2019-07-3124 min
FDNY ProThe FDNY Second Chance Ceremony with Matthew Pintchik and Dr. Glenn AsaedaEach year, in celebration of National EMS Week, the FDNY holds its Annual Second Chance Ceremony. This special event reunites cardiac arrest survivors with the Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians, FDNY EMS Officers, Firefighters, Dispatchers, bystanders, and other first responders who helped save their lives. 2019 marks […]
2019-06-2629 min
FDNY ProThe benefits of teaming up with FDNY Firefighters David Guilford and Michael RenoTraining for an athletic event with a team brings lots of benefits, including improved performance and accountability. Even when participants compete as individuals, the opportunity to connect with others is there. In this episode, FDNY Firefighters David Guilford and Michael Reno talk about their involvement with […]
2019-01-3118 min
FDNY ProFDNY apparatus positioning with Battalion Chief Christopher Eysser and Lieutenant Ray McCormackFrequent drilling and communication prior to arrival at a fire is critical to proper apparatus positioning. Veteran FDNY members, Battalion Chief Christopher Eysser and Lt. Ray McCormack discuss efficient and effective placement techniques of the FDNY’s fleet that can elevate performance on the fireground and even […]
2018-11-2927 min
FDNY ProPoints of reflection with FDNY Chief of EMS James BoothChief James Booth is a 35-year veteran of the FDNY with experience responding to some of the most significant natural and manmade disasters to occur during his career. Chief Booth responded to the bombing of the World Trade Center in 1993 and the terrorist attacks on […]
2018-09-2828 min
FDNY ProRecalling Waldbaum’s, 1978 with FDNY Captain Howard Venetsky (Retired)On August 2, 1978, twelve FDNY Firefighters plunged into a burning Waldbaum’s Supermarket when the bowstring truss roof collapsed at the center of the store. Six of the Firefighters made the Supreme Sacrifice. In this episode, retired FDNY Captain Howard Venetsky, who was working in Rescue […]
2018-08-2821 min
FDNY ProRoutine chemical exposures in the EMS workplace with FDNY Lieutenant Robert CarloPre-hospital care providers face many potential job hazards, including exposure to and handling of hazardous chemical substances. In this episode, FDNY EMS Lieutenant Robert Carlo discusses the types of chemical exposures Department Emergency Medical Services members are exposed to, how to identify the symptoms of a […]
2018-07-3023 min
FDNY ProEMS Museum 2.0 with FDNY Chief James “JP” Martin and Captain Jack QuigleyNearly 26 years ago, the first NYC EMS Museum opened on the grounds of Fort Totten in Bayside, Queens. In 2013, it was closed to make way for some much needed construction. The NYC EMS Museum reopened in May 2018 to display how the FDNY’s EMS […]
2018-06-2822 min
FDNY ProReduce Your Risk initiative with FDNY Deputy Chief Joseph JardinThe FDNY’s Reduce Your Risk project was established in 2017 by the Department’s Contamination Reduction Workgroup to increase awareness of the cancer risk faced by Firefighters and promote the proactive measures that should be taken to combat this deadly, but frequently, avoidable occupational hazard. FDNY Deputy […]
2018-05-3124 min
FDNY ProFDNY Annual Medicals – a lasting impact with Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry KellyOn March 16, 2018, FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Kelly retired after 37 years of dedicated service. The FDNY has set the standard for monitoring the health and well-being of its members and Dr. Kelly was instrumental in getting that done. Dr. Kelly began the […]
2018-04-3023 min
FDNY ProTrain brave with FDNY Rescue Paramedics Silvana Uzcategui and Krista O’DeaIn 2017, for the first time ever at the FDNY Academy, the majority of Rescue Paramedic trainees were women. Rescue Paramedics bring advanced pre-hospital care to any civilian or member of service in a precarious position while extrication procedures take place. Members selected for this program […]
2018-03-2825 min
FDNY ProInside the FDNY Fitness Unit with Captain Thomas TanzoshGiven the rigorous demands of first responders’ jobs and increased risk for cardiac events, finding a fitness routine that works is critical. In this episode, the head of the FDNY Fitness Unit, Captain Thomas Tanzosh, gives listeners an inside look at how the FDNY trains its […]
2018-02-2828 min
FDNY ProThe FDNY Medical Special Operations Conference (MSOC) with Dr. Doug Isaacs and Paramedic Juan HenriquezThe FDNY, in partnership with the FDNY Foundation, is proud to have spearheaded the annual Medical Special Operations Conference (MSOC). MSOC continues to be the conference that military, federal, state and local emergency medical responders attend to share their experiences, best practices, and ideas. In this […]
2018-01-2523 min
FDNY ProA critical link in the chain of survival with FDNY Deputy Chief James DarnowskiThe chain of survival is a series of steps, which give a victim of cardiac arrest the best chance of survival. Early CPR is an important link in this chain, but far too often it is administered too late, or not at all. FDNY Deputy Chief […]
2017-12-2818 min
FDNY ProEvolution of FDNY Haz-Mat with Battalion Chief Robert Ingram and Firefighter Joseph IovinoFDNY Battalion Chief Robert Ingram and Firefighter Joseph Iovino, both founding members of HazMat Company 1, discuss their unit’s origins, specialized training and protocol, and role in modern day disaster response. They examine major incidents they’ve personally been involved in, and discuss what it takes to […]
2017-11-1629 min
FDNY ProLeading the invisible with FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Lillian BonsignoreFDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Lillian Bonsignore discusses the qualities of a successful leader, recognizing that rank doesn’t necessarily translate to success in leadership. Guidelines and protocols are in place to guide us, but it’s important to be able to adapt and overcome difficulties in dynamic situations. […]
2017-10-2527 min
FDNY ProChelsea Bombing, One Year Later with FDNY Chief Joseph D. LiselliFDNY Chief Joseph D. Liselli recounts response measures and operations during the 2016 Chelsea bombing. Lieutenant Jon Paul Augier hosts.
2017-09-2223 min
FDNY ProThe right tools for the job with FDNY Lieutenant Yonatan KleinFDNY Lieutenant Yonatan Klein discusses how the FDNY researches, develops and selects the best tools and equipment for members. Lieutenant Farooq Muhammad hosts.
2017-08-3124 min
FDNY ProMaximizing resources during MCIs with FDNY Captain Charles FraserFDNY Captain Charles Fraser details how to maximize and expand your resources for a mass casualty incident. Lt. Farooq Muhammad hosts.
2017-07-1029 min
FDNY ProAir-supported structures with FDNY Lieutenant Stephen RhineFDNY Lieutenant Stephen Rhine sits down to discuss the intricacies of operating at emergencies in air-supported structures, an increasingly popular form of construction. Lieutenant Jon Paul Augier hosts.
2017-06-1515 min
FDNY ProPeer Support Groups with FDNY Captain Frank LetoFDNY Captain Frank Leto describes how the FDNY Counseling Service Unit’s Peer Support Groups support all members with an array of services. Captain, and Executive Officer to the Fire Commissioner, Elizabeth Cascio hosts.
2017-05-2623 min
FDNY ProTerrorism and intelligence with FDNY Captain Chris WardFDNY Captain Chris Ward discusses the role that intelligence plays for first responders, including how the FDNY keeps terrorism awareness on the front lines through its weekly intelligence product, Watchline. Captain Sean Newman, of the FDNY Center for Terrorism and Disaster Preparedness, hosts.
2017-04-2820 min
FDNY ProRecognizing heart disease with FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Kelly and FDNY Cardiologist Dr. Dianne AcunaFDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Kelly and FDNY Attending Cardiologist Dr. Dianne Acuna discuss how to recognize heart disease as well as the effects that heart disease has had on the first responder community at large. Lieutenant Jon Paul Augier hosts.
2017-03-0629 min
FDNY Pro“EMS Anthem” with FDNY Lieutenant Farooq MuhammadFDNY Lieutenant Farooq Muhammad reaches over one million views for his video, “EMS Anthem,” and discusses what inspired him to create music about the job he describes as a calling. Captain, and Executive Officer to the Fire Commissioner, Elizabeth Cascio hosts.
2017-02-2823 min
FDNY ProMental toughness on the battlefield and the fireground with FDNY Firefighter and US Marine Corps Major Jason BrezlerFDNY Firefighter and US Marine Corps Major Jason Brezler describes the FDNY’s new Mental Performance Initiative by detailing his experiences on the battlefield in the Middle East and on the fireground here in New York City. Lieutenant Jon Paul Augier hosts.
2017-01-1228 min
FDNY ProSaved by the Department he served with FDNY Firefighter Kenny Ruane (Retired)FDNY Firefighter Kenny Ruane (retired) shares what it was like to be saved by the Department he served for over four decades after going into cardiac arrest just days before Thanksgiving in 2015. He also talks about the impact of being reunited with his rescuers at […]
2016-12-1321 min
FDNY ProMarine Operations and emerging threats with FDNY Battalion Chief Joseph AbbamonteBattalion Chief Joseph Abbamonte sits down and details the complexities of marine operations in New York City harbor, home to one of the busiest ports in the country. He discusses the tools, training, preparedness and response measures of the FDNY marine unit. Lieutenant Jon Paul Augier […]
2016-09-2318 min
FDNY ProSafe vehicle operations with FDNY Lieutenant Joseph YollesLieutenant Joseph Yolles discusses the importance of training personnel who operate emergency vehicles. He describes in great detail how FDNY administers its training program to ensure safe operations on New York City streets. Captain, and Executive Officer to the Fire Commissioner, Elizabeth Cascio hosts.
2016-07-2916 min
FDNY ProDangerous V collapses with FDNY Chief Joseph R. DowneyLt. Jon Paul Augier sits down with Battalion Chief Joseph Downey, a 31-year veteran of the FDNY who is currently assigned to the Rescue Battalion of the Special Operations Command. Listen as Chief Downey discusses the FDNY’s response to the eight-story building collapse on 38th Street […]
2016-06-0817 min
FDNY ProA mission to Liberia with FDNY Doctor Dario GonzalezDoctor Dario Gonzalez, FDNY Office of Medical Affairs Physician, interviewed by Captain Elizabeth Cascio, Executive Officer to the Fire Commissioner and 32-year veteran of Emergency Medical Service. Doctor Gonzalez serves as the FDNY representative for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Urban Search and Rescue […]
2016-04-0518 min