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Forged & UnbrokenIER 040 - Entanglement Hazards In today's episode we discuss entanglement hazards during in-extremis environments: tools, gear, tactics, etc. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Ch...
2025-11-1715 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 039 - Rescue Options for Roof MaydaysRescue Options for Roof MaydaysForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of th...
2025-11-1016 min
Forged & Unbroken058 - Steve Schulz on Challenging Fires & Crew ContinuitySchulz has over 20 years in the fire service, beginning his journey with the volunteer service in Southern Maryland. He currently services as a Lieutenant on Howard County Fire & Rescue's Special Operations Tower 10. He has been a part of many FEMA deployments throughout the Nation and served as a principal officer on the Union Executive Board. On today's episode, we discuss his origins in the fire service and unpack two challenging fires, one where he helped rescue trapped two civilians during an apartment fire and a near-miss during a partial house collapse during a single family house fire.
2025-11-031h 44
Forged & UnbrokenIER 038 - Vertical Hoisting Rescue OptionsRescue Options for Below Grade or High Point Anchors. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a me...
2025-10-2714 minForged & Unbroken057 - Dr. Daniel Higuera on Firefighter WellnessIn today's episode, we discuss Dr. Higuera's background, VO2 max, Body Fat percentages, sleep, CVD, testosterone, stimulants, and so much more, and how they all affect the physical and mental health of the fire service. Dr Daniel Higuera is an experienced educator with a demonstrated history of working with firefighters and police officers. Skilled in integrating wearable technology within health and wellness programs to help optimize performance and mitigate injury. A PhD with research focused on exploring the applicability of wearable technology for first responders. Strong community and social services professional with a Masters's Degree focused in...
2025-10-201h 22
Forged & UnbrokenIER 037 - Rescue Options for Stairs Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening.⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-10-1311 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 037 - Rescue Options for StairsForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-10-0811 minForged & Unbroken056 - Dr. Kim Meidenbauer on Heat Stress & Decision-MakingOn today's episode, I have the awesome opportunity to speak with Dr. Kim Meidenbauer, professor at Washington State University. We discuss her research on heat stress and how it affects decision-making and aggressive behavior, the physiology of what is happening inside the body during exposure to hot environments, as well as the research on how immersion in nature can heal. The parallels to the fire service are many and can change the way we approach our training and operations for service and readiness. Her research and bio can be found here:https://psychology.wsu.edu/faculty/wsu-profile...
2025-10-0645 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 036 - Drags & Carries for EgressForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-09-2911 minForged & Unbroken055 - Jack Dunlavey - On Death, Healing, & Service Jack Dunlavey is unapologetically Irish, served as an ambulance aide in Bethesda Chevy-Chase in his youth, worked as an Engineer for the Navy for 31 years, and was a chaplain in the John Hopkins Hospital System for 34 years. He has survived multiple near-death episodes throughout his life and in this powerful episode we unpack near-death experiences, healing, service, and living a life authentically true to yourself. He is an incredible friend and mentor.Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to...
2025-09-221h 28
Forged & UnbrokenIER 035 - Falls Into Basements General Strategy and Tactics, Tips & Tricks for some of the issues faced during falls into basements. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to th...
2025-09-1520 minForged & Unbroken054 - Mickey Farrell - Humility is the Forward Progression of the Fire Service Mickey Farrell is a third-generation firefighter with 30 years of experience currently serving as a lieutenant in the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY). He has spent the last 24 years working for the FDNY and is also an instructor at their fire academy. Additionally, he is the founder and author of Top Floor Tactics, an Instagram based training network, and hosts the View from The Top Floor Podcast.In this episode, we discuss the unique culture of his first due - Spanish Harlem, firefighting as an art form, managing high risk scenarios, how to remain...
2025-09-081h 04
Forged & UnbrokenIER 034 - Identifying the Hoseline for EgressTips for making your way out of a structure after becoming lost or separated from the hoseline and then finding it again. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!...
2025-09-0114 minForged & Unbroken053 - Grant Peyronel - DCFD RS2 - Be 100% Into Your PassionToday I'm joined by Grant Peyronel of DCFD's Rescue Squad 2. We discuss his formative years as a Corpsman in the military, joining DCFD, the rescue culture of DCFD, and the standards set by Special Operations and its schooling. We also discuss his first few months assigned to RS2, as he experienced multiple rescues, January 6th, and namely the January 29, 2025 collision near Reagan National Airport involving an American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in the deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft. Out of respect to DCFD members, we kept the conversation light...
2025-08-251h 16
Forged & UnbrokenIER 033 - Search Characteristics for the IER EnvironmentForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-08-1819 minForged & Unbroken052 - Training Tidbit - FF off the HoselineOn today's show we have a quick one. This was meant to be a training tidbit for a newly promoted officer, or someone in a float/cover or acting position. What would you do if you are in charge of an engine company and one of your interior firefighters goes missing? While we could expand on this for quite a while, I took five minutes for my Department's OCS class to explain how I would work through the problem. We used Department members to work through multiple fireground scenarios and explained how we would work through the problem; things...
2025-08-1111 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 032 - Thigmotaxis & Search Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-08-0411 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 031 - Core Self Evaluations (CSE)Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-07-2109 minForged & Unbroken051 - Mike "Bull" Torres: Service, Love, EmpathyMichael Torres is a 27-year veteran of the fire service. Mike is currently a FF/PM at Central Campbell FD in KY also served as the Training Captain at Black Forest Fire Rescue and assumes Battalion Chief responsibilities as well. Mike was a firefighter paramedic with the Chicago Fire Department for 18 years being assigned to Engines, Tower Ladders, and Aerials (Truck 20 last assigned spot). He also served as a candidate instructor at Chicago’s Fire Academy. Mikes career did not just start in Chicago, he was also a COT and training officer for the Hometown, Illinois Fire Protection District so...
2025-07-141h 40
Forged & UnbrokenIER 030 - Mindfulness, Self Talk, & VisualizationMindfulness, Self Talk, & VisualizationForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F...
2025-07-0709 minForged & Unbroken050 - Chris Dreisbach on Leadership Through Ethics, Philosophy, & TheologyChris Dreisbach, PhD, was one of my professors at Johns Hopkins University, often creating conversation around difficult topics, having us think deeply, and making it approachable. He is one who leaves lasting impressions and leaves your cup full with wonder and awe of his depth in conversation. We discuss leadership in public safety, moral decision-making, service, purpose and meaning, mortality, humility, ego, and so much more. It is done through the lens of philosophy, theology, and his many years in education. This is not one to be missed!From Johns Hopkins University:At...
2025-06-301h 31
Forged & UnbrokenIER 029 - Normalization of Deviance Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-06-2307 minForged & Unbroken049 - Brandon Cory - Firefighting Under Chaos & the 2020 LODD of Ben LaurenBrandon Cory is an 11-year veteran of the fire service working in EMS for the past 10 years. He currently serves with the City of Marquette Fire Department in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan as a full-time firefighter/paramedic. In March of 2020, Brandon was involved in a mayday situation as a RIC team member that ended up being an LODD. The LODD was that of Banjamen "Ben" Lauren. Listen in as Brandon discusses the fire and the operation from the eyes of the RIC and paramedic that claimed the life of his friend, Ben Lauren. Brandon is part...
2025-06-161h 29
Forged & UnbrokenIER 028 - IAFF Study on Line of Duty InjuryLack of Situational Awareness, Lack of Physical Fitness/Wellness, and Human Error.Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to...
2025-06-0907 minForged & Unbroken048 - Ron Burgess of RIT OPSRon Burgess Jr hails from Connecticut and is the name behind RIT OPS on IG, The RIT Nerds Podcast, and has his finger prints all over the fire service. In today's episode, we discuss two Maydays he has been on, tactics for mayday preparedness and survival, and more.Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of...
2025-06-021h 20
Forged & UnbrokenIER 027 - The Dunning-Kruger Effect "The Dual Burden"Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-05-2606 minForged & Unbroken047 - Dena Ali on Leadership & Mental HealthI'm incredibly honored as I got to sit with Battalion Chief Dena Ali, author of "Hope Out of Darkness." We dove into some of the researched and nuanced details surrounding mental health, leadership, the self, and gratitude for the fire service. A lot was covered in a short amount of time.From Fire Engineering: Dena Ali is a Battalion Chief with the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department, where she has worked her way up the ranks. She also serves as the program manager of Behavioral Health for the First Responder Center for Excellence. Ali holds a degree from...
2025-05-191h 22
Forged & UnbrokenIER 026 - The Adaptability Paradox Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset ep...
2025-05-1205 minForged & Unbroken046 - Jess Rodzinka - Mentorship & Asking QuestionsOn today's episode, I'm honored to have Jess Rodzinka, Captain with the Charlottesville (VA) Fire Department. He has around thirty years in the fire service and his experience shows through as we discuss training and leadership, the cultural and historical nuances of where he works, mentoring up and coming students and instructors, and the role of the "Senior Man." You can find him working with "The 350 Line" training group, out at Wichita HOT, a familiar face at Training Days, among others.
2025-05-051h 00
Forged & UnbrokenIER 025 - Sandpile Effect TheoryForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-04-2808 minForged & Unbroken045 - Eric Budd - DCFD Rescue 3 - Dedication, Discipline, DetailsThis week I have friend Eric Budd, technician at DCFD's Rescue 3, with well over two decades of firefighting experience. We discuss the squad culture of Rescue 3 and their selection and preparedness process, common tactics, training, and key points of dedication, discipline, and details in our profession. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to...
2025-04-211h 01
Forged & UnbrokenIER 024 - SCBA Air Usage Data - Mayday & LODD FiresToday we breakdown Air Usage Data on two Mayday fires, one with a LODD. In it, we can begin to breakdown increased air demand, those that are not physically and mentally prepared, those that are highly skilled but need to increase their physical wellness, and what the data looks like for those that are tactically proficient as well being able to handle the adrenaline of the event. Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to...
2025-04-1413 minForged & Unbroken044 - Dennis Reilly - "The Payoff Comes When Life Happens"Today I'm joined by esteemed guest, Fire Chief Dennis Reilly (ret.). He has had quite the journey from his time on Long Island and entering the Army at 17, to New Jersey, North Carolina, Iraq and Afghanistan as a security contractor, Missouri, California, and Kansas. He has led a life of service and discipline. We discuss leadership, training, wellness, and so much more. A true honor to speak with a student of the fire service for 51 years and still going strong.Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily...
2025-04-071h 04
Forged & UnbrokenIER 023 - 2nd Due Truck MET DataForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-03-3104 minForged & Unbroken043 - Luctor et EmergoForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-03-2418 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 022 - Apex NC House Fire with Rescues Metabolic DataPlease like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to the Forged Podcast and In-Extremis Readiness podcast, mobility videos, suggested reading list, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity and there’s a quarterly giveback to members. All new members get a free sticker pack when they join. Join today!patreon.com/user?u=89578184https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkceHEiAIjA
2025-03-1704 minForged & Unbroken042 - Damn the Quick Fix - T ProductionForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-03-1034 min
Forged & Unbroken021 - WHOOP, Workouts, & Adv FF Res School DataPlease like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to the Forged Podcast and In-Extremis Readiness podcast, mobility videos, suggested reading list, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity and there’s a quarterly giveback to members. All new members get a free sticker pack when they join. Join today!patreon.com/user?u=89578184https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkceHEiAIjA
2025-03-0309 minForged & Unbroken041 - From Firehouse to Mt. Kilimanjaro & Everest with Kat HaleIn today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend, Kat Hale. Kat was the first career female firefighter to go through an academy class in Frederick County, MD; and we discuss her viewpoints on being a “fireman;” leaving the service to serve in motherhood; and how her wellness journey (crossfitter, marathoner, tri-athlete, and more) supports her drive for adventure at Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Everest, and in life. 0:00 - 14:42 - Fire Service Career14:42 - 27:10 - Motherhood & the Fire Service27:10 - End - Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Everest, Wellness.Please like, share, subscribe to this...
2025-02-241h 32
Forged & UnbrokenIER 020 - One Shift of MET DataForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-02-1703 minForged & Unbroken040 - LODD House Explosion & Maydays with Jason IlowhiteI am joined by Jason Ilowhite of Loundon County Fire & Rescue (VA). We discuss the February 16, 2024 house explosion at 347 Silver Ridge Drive due to a gas leak in a single family home. We provide an brief overview of the incident and Jason recounts his team's role as their element of the Rapid Intervention Operation recovering multiple mayday firefighters. So many incredible lessons to come out of this one.May we remember Firefighter Trevor Brown.For more information click for the FULL REPORT:https://www.loudoun.gov/DocumentCenter/View/212354/Silver-Ridge-Drive-Significant-Incident-Report-SIR Forged & Unbroken...
2025-02-101h 25
Forged & UnbrokenIER 019 - METs - Metabolic Equivalent of TaskForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-02-0305 minForged & Unbroken039 - Tim Anderson & Simplicity Under StressToday we are joined by Tim Anderson of Anderson Rescue Solutions, creator of the Multi-Loop ARS Strap. We discuss his time in the Philadelphia Fire Department, the 2018 LODD of Lt. Matt LeTourneau and Tim's role in the operation, the evolution of ARS, the numerous saves of his equipment, and human performance on the fireground. Tim is a wealth of knowledge and a humble servant. Please check him out at https://andersonrescue.com/Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to...
2025-01-271h 08
Forged & UnbrokenIER 018 - 60 Seconds of Heart Rate DataForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-01-2004 minForged & Unbroken038 - 83 Saves During Hurricane Helene - MD HART & Chris ThompsonI had the awesome opportunity to sit and speak with Firefighter Chris Thompson. He has well over two decades of experience, most of which in the Special Operations Community. We discuss his role, as well as the entire MD HART team, as they operated in Western North Carolina rescuing 83 people, 20 cats and dogs, and delivered over 100 cases of food and water over 29 missions in a 10 day period. What MD HART accomplished is nothing short of amazing. I'm thankful to Chris, the Special Operations community, and the MD HART team for their service and mission.Please...
2025-01-131h 55
Forged & UnbrokenIER 017 - Max Heart Rate Theory & the Aerobic/Anaerobic ThresholdForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2025-01-0605 minForged & Unbroken037 - Dr. Cory Coehoorn & His Research on Firefighter Stressorswith his dedication to researching heat stress, fatigue, cortisol, decision-making, and so much more for firefighters and military members. The podcast covers a broad range of topics as Dr. Coehoorn effortlessly brings the science to what we experience on the fireground. This will change your entire mindset for fire service readiness. BiographyDr. Coehoorn is the Director of the PhD in Rehabilitation Science Program and an Associate Professor in the Departments of Rehabilitation Science and Family Medicine. He earned his BS in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary, his MSc in Kinesiology & Health Science from...
2024-12-3057 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 016 - Metabolic Pathways & Zone TrainingForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2024-12-2307 minForged & Unbroken036 - Zach Troublefield & the Yellowhorn MaydayI'm so grateful I've had the opportunity to connect with Zach Troublefield out of the suburbs of Charlotte, NC. On this episode, he discusses his 2023 mayday during a single family house fire, the conditions, the burns he suffered, and the aftermath of dealing with such an incident. He's an open book and he gives us a front row seat with the rawness and realness only someone who experiences this type of incident can muster. Thank you, Zach, for your strength and honesty.Please like, share, subscribe to the Forged & Unbroken Podcast. ...
2024-12-161h 15
Forged & UnbrokenIER 015 - The Unified Model of Stress & Performance, Grossman et al. Please like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to the Forged Podcast and In-Extremis Readiness podcast, mobility videos, suggested reading list, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity and there’s a quarterly giveback to members. All new members get a free sticker pack when they join. Join today!patreon.com/user?u=89578184https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkceHEiAIjA
2024-12-0907 minForged & Unbroken035 - Suzanne Kuser on Optimizing Firefighter ResiliencyThis week I have the opportunity to speak with Suzanne Kuser of Albemarle, Virginia. Together, we had the amazing experience of speaking at the Training Days Conference in Alexandria, VA in September of 2024. We discussed "Optimizing Firefighter Resiliency," essentially, the hard work required to develop resiliency skills to further your mental and physical wellness. We cover a ton of topics like PTSD and mental health data in the fire service, sleep hygiene, meditation, breathwork, yoga, physical fitness data, and so much more. If you'd like a copy of the expanded outline we created to get you the data in...
2024-12-021h 35
Forged & UnbrokenIER 014 - Stress & Performance Models: Yerkes-Dodson LawForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2024-11-2506 minForged & Unbroken034 - Hank Henline of Hasty Fire ProductsI was joined by Hank Henline, owner of Hasty Rescue Products and creator of the Hasty Rescue Strap. We discuss firefighting in the historic city and County of Frederick, MD, the LODD that spurred the creation of the HRS, firefighter survival, and so much more.
2024-11-1853 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 013 - The SNS & the HPA AxisForged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily WorkoutsWeekly Growth Mindset Podcast, only on F&UEarly Access to F&U PodcastEarly Access to In-Extremis Readiness PodcastWeekly Mobility Videos for Injury Prevention and RehabMisc Research, Reading, and Listening. ⅓ of Profits go back to public safety charities and causes every quarterQuarterly giveback to an F&U member.Join Today!
2024-11-1111 minForged & Unbroken033 - John Johnson on Faith, Mentorship, & Near MissesJJ, Juice, John K Johnson has given me the honor of his time and is here to preach the good word. I first met JJ at Training Days in Alexandria, VA, and his humble spirit, Godly demeanor, mentorship, and over 40 years of firefighting experience shines through in this one. We cover a lot of ground in a short time. We cover topics like faith, family, a near-miss after a comrade fell into a roof on a working fire, racism and culture, alternative fuel fires and so much more. Please check him out at: https://www...
2024-11-0448 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 012 - Adrenaline Induced ResponseClick the link to join the community! patreon.com/user?u=89578184When in in-extremis situations, there are many metabolic and emotional parameters at play. We are rarely “just” in a physical test, or rarely “just” in a psychologically stressful incident. Both our physical prowess and our mindset are intermingled and at use while on the fireground, amplifying each other at once. While we discussed the five attributes of the holistically prepared firefighter, to boil things down further, there are three main components that are required during high-risk environments: expertise in our profession, physical prowess, and the emot...
2024-10-2809 minForged & Unbroken032 - Dr. Laura King & Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Fire ServiceDr. Laura King is a personal friend and a one-of-a-kind human being who love to mountain bike, travel, and get outdoors. She has already help tons of firefighters with sleep, muscle and nervous system injury, immunity, energy, and so much more using traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Listen in as we discuss her journey to this medicine, how it's help her and others, nutrition for the fire service and so much more.Please like, share, subscribe the Forged & Unbroken Fire Podcast, and to become a member of the F&U Community, check out the Patreon. For only $6...
2024-10-211h 03
Forged & UnbrokenIER 011 - Heat Acclimation SolutionsOn the heels of IER 010 - Heat Strain and Acclimation, we will discuss Heat Acclimation Solutions using hot water immersion and hot sauna techniques for a healthier body and more durability on the fireground, all backed by research. Please like, share, subscribe the @forged_and_unbroken_fire podcast and check out our IG pages @in_extremis_readiness.https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184
2024-10-1406 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 010 - Heat Strain & AcclimationPlease like, share, subscribe to this podcast. Check the Patreon link to become a member of the F&U Community. Daily workouts, weekly growth mindset episodes (only on Patreon), early access to all podcasts, mobility videos, and more! ⅓ of your membership goes to charity. patreon.com/user?u=89578184
2024-09-3012 minForged & Unbroken031 - B-Rock Mayday & Life Lessons LearnedHey everyone, in this episode we sit with my dear friend, Barry Floyd, endearingly known as B-Rock. He has 27 years in the fire service, and we discuss his upbringing in Baltimore City, how he stayed away from the street life in the 80’s, but how he also experienced that side of it when he was shot in the head at the age of 18. Through a year-long recovery, it’s what inspired him to join the fire service. We dive into his experiences during a 2008 Mayday when a garden apartment roof dropped on top of him and his officer (one of m...
2024-09-2347 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 009 - Effects of Firefighting Equipment on PerformancePlease like, subscribe, and share this podcast! Also, check out the F&U online community where you have access to weekly growth mindset episodes - only on Patreon, daily workouts, early access to episodes, and so much more! ⅓ of your membership goes to public safety charities!
2024-09-1605 minForged & Unbroken030 - Mike Nasti of Tip of the Spear LeadershipIn this episode, I have the distinct opportunity to sit with Mike Nasti of Tip of the Spear Leadership. Mike comes with a wealth of experience on the fireground and firehouse floor, hailing from a busy metro department in the Mid-Atlantic. We discuss leadership topics such as how to know when you are ready to promote, what people underestimate when taking a leadership position, what/where do you turn when struggling with a decision or event, how to deal with toxic superiors, daily discipline and resilience and more! Check him out at @tip_of_the_spear_leadership on IG.
2024-09-091h 26
Forged & UnbrokenIER 008 - Physical Performance for the Fire ServiceIn this episode, we set the tone for what is required for the fire service and the physical demands. We operate in the unknown, so I discuss the "Hopper Challenge" and to specialize in not specializing. Like, share, subscribe.
2024-09-0204 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 007 - The Skill Building ContinuumIn this episode we discuss how you must pass through the 3 levels of the continuum before gaining mastery. Too often we try to skip steps. You need to become the utility fielder before you can become the master, especially when it comes to in-extremis readiness.
2024-08-1904 minForged & Unbroken029 - Logan Broberg of Rogue FiremanshipTune in this week as I have the distinct privilege to talk with Logan Broberg of Rogue Firemanship Training. We discuss fitness in the fire service, discipline, resiliency, and mental toughness, especially in the face of adversity or in that Central Florida heat! Check out all of his amazing work at these links:https://roguefiremanship.comhttps://www.instagram.com/roguefiremanshiptraining/
2024-08-1258 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 006 - The Bell Curve of Skill & PerformanceIn this episode of In-Extremis Readiness, we discuss the timeline of experience gained, and how virtuosity - doing the common, uncommonly well will lend itself to overcoming the overwhelming majority of obstacles we face.
2024-08-0502 minForged & Unbroken028 - TJ Prieur - RIT & PTSGrowth - Part 2I am so honored and stoked to have TJ Prieur on the podcast. In this episode, we dive into fatherhood, marriage, knowing thyself, embracing struggle, and building resiliency through daily discipline of doing the hard things. He is an absolute sage, a calming presence, and is leading a value-added life. This episode is rich with principles for betterment in our lives. In Episode 2, we will dive into his experiences on the RIT that was assigned to rescue BC Joshua Laird, LODD in August of 2021, in Frederick, MD. For more on TJ, check out his coaching, and projects @real_elevation...
2024-07-2937 minForged & Unbroken027 - TJ Prieur - Resiliency Through Discipline Part 1I am so honored and stoked to have TJ Prieur on the podcast. In this episode, we dive into fatherhood, marriage, knowing thyself, embracing struggle, and building resiliency through daily discipline of doing the hard things. He is an absolute sage, a calming presence, and is leading a value-added life. This episode is rich with principles for betterment in our lives. In Episode 2, we will dive into his experiences on the RIT that was assigned to rescue BC Joshua Laird, LODD in August of 2021, in Frederick, MD. For more on TJ, check out his coaching, and projects @real_elevation...
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Forged & UnbrokenIER 005 - Physical ProwessIn today's episode, we discuss what is required of teams and individuals for in-extremis readiness, in terms of physical prowess. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184Daily workoutsGrowth Mindset PodcastEarly Access to the Forged and Unbroken Fire Podcast and the In-Extremis Readiness PodcastMobility Videos for Injury Presentation and Rehabilitation1/3 of all profits go to public safety charities and causes, plus a quarterly giveback to a F&U member.
2024-07-1506 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 004 - Adrenal DurabilityIn today's episode, we discuss what is required of teams and individuals for in-extremis readiness, in terms of adrenal durability and control of the SNS. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184Daily workoutsGrowth Mindset PodcastEarly Access to the Forged and Unbroken Fire Podcast and the In-Extremis Readiness PodcastMobility Videos for Injury Presentation and Rehabilitation1/3 of all profits go to public safety charities and causes, plus a quarterly giveback to a F&U member.
2024-07-0107 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 003 - Mental & Emotional WellnessIn today's episode, we discuss what is required of teams and individuals for in-extremis readiness, in terms of mental and emotional wellness.https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184Daily workoutsGrowth Mindset PodcastEarly Access to the Forged and Unbroken Fire Podcast and the In-Extremis Readiness PodcastMobility Videos for Injury Presentation and Rehabilitation1/3 of all profits go to public safety charities and causes, plus a quarterly giveback to a F&U member.
2024-06-1703 minForged & Unbroken026 - Erik Vidal - An Uncivil MentalityErik Vidal works for Miami-Dade Fire & Rescue and is a military veteran, separating from the US Army as a Chief Warrant Officer 2 and UH-60 Black Hawk pilot. He leads the UNCIVIL brand as well as TrainInGear. Most notably though, he doesn't define himself by these labels, he's much more than that. His drive is admirable, using his platform to showcase the need for physical and mental health, humility, grit, determination, conviction, confidence, patience while also reaching necessary extremes, discipline, and resilience. He is full of one liners and stoic principles. Mission over self. Truly an honor that he took...
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Forged & UnbrokenIER 002 - Tactical Acumen“Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself.”Sir Arthur Conan DoyleUnder stressful conditions and in PPE, firefighters should be able to execute and troubleshoot job specific tasks with comfort and ease to effectively mitigate the issue at hand. This is where knowledge, skills, and abilities all culminate. Further, you must possess and then act on the appropriate skill, at the appropriate time, to affect the desired outcome. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184
2024-06-0305 minForged & Unbroken025 - Celeste Flynn & Sarah Laird - Progress thru PainOn this week’s episode, we have Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird, part of the team behind the non-profit, the Phoenix Advocates. They have a truly powerful message that they deliver in a raw and meaningful way. We discuss the mission of their group, and how it stemmed from losing their husbands in fires from 2018 and 2021. We lean in on a lot of hard topics, and we are able to learn from them as they unpack their lived experiences in a graceful way. Though, this is not one that you want to miss, we will be experiencing life lessons th...
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Forged & UnbrokenIER 001 - Strategic KnowledgeOn todays’ episode, we start the building process of what it takes to be In-Extremis Ready, starting with the 5 Attributes of the Holistically Functioning Firefighter. We’re kicking off with Strategic Knowledge. We need to know what the expectations are, how units are going to function, and what things units are responsible for. Also, you have to know the rules to break them, to know when to deviate is paramount, and to deviate does not mean to be deviant.
2024-05-2007 minForged & Unbroken023 - "You're Never Gonna Make the Final Decision" with John GrahamThis week, I had the privilege to sit down with John Graham of Berkley County, West Virginia. We discuss the unique challenges of small professional departments, a LODD and its effects on personnel, the struggles and purpose of the Union, how one department may differ in size from a big city - but the degree to which we all need to operate remains the same, and so much more!Want more? Join the Forged & Unbroken Fire online Community.Forged & Unbroken Fire | Physical and mental wellness, charity, and support for FFs. | PatreonDaily...
2024-05-1353 min
Forged & UnbrokenIER 000 - Introduction to In-Extremis ReadinessHello everyone,There is an incredible physical, mental, and emotional toll that the fire service is placed under while we are responding to emergency incidents - simply put - human performance. It takes a massive amount of preparedness to ensure we are capable and ready to respond to these incidents. However, we can do everything right on this job, and things can still go bad - the fireground is indifferent to our capabilities. So, I’m excited to announce another arm of Forged and Unbroken Fire, In-Extremis Readiness. In-extremis translates to “ in an extremely difficult situation; at the...
2024-05-0102 minForged & Unbroken023 - Chris Tobin & Jeff Weffelmeyer of St Louis Fire - Part 2Chris Tobin of @legacyfirefighting and Jeff Weffelmeyer of @enginehousetraining serve in the second oldest career fire service in the United States, the City of St Louis. In Part 1, Chris and Jeff discuss the cultural firefighting differences in St. Louis, and Chris unpacks a fire he was involved in that showcases the mental stress that firefighters face.In Part 2, Jeff is kind enough to share his operational experience of the January 2022 Line of Duty Death of FF Benjamin Polson. In the same shift, less than 12 hours apart and in similar conditions, he also explains having to shift mindsets...
2024-04-191h 27Forged & Unbroken022 - Chris Tobin & Jeff Weffelmeyer of St Louis Fire - Part 1Chris Tobin of @legacyfirefighting and Jeff Weffelmeyer of @enginehousetraining serve in the second oldest career fire service in the United States, the City of St Louis. In Part 1, Chris and Jeff discuss the cultural firefighting differences in St. Louis, and Chris unpacks a fire he was involved in that showcases the mental stress that firefighters face.In Part 2, Jeff is kind enough to share his operational experience of the January 2022 Line of Duty Death of FF Benjamin Polson. In the same shift, less than 12 hours apart and in similar conditions, he also explains having to shift mindsets...
2024-04-1259 minForged & Unbroken021 - Mental Health & Polyvagal Work w Jess Letourneau LCPCThis week, we have Jess Letoureanu, LCPC, discussing a variety of topics regarding her work with public safety providers. We discuss physical health supporting mental health, red flags, breath work, the physiology behind anxiety and panic, and so much more. Letourneau is a wealth of knowledge, a straight shooter, and pulls no punches.More of Jessica's work explaining the Polyvagal Theory:Exploring the Polyvagal Theory in the Fire Service - Demio Jessica's Bio:Jessica LeTourneau, LCPC has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. She has...
2024-03-2958 minForged & Unbroken020 - The Unspoken Contract w Chief Dave LeBlancFire Chief Dave LeBlanc, of Harwich, Massachusetts, is a man I've looked up to for over a decade. His writings have steered and mentored the fire service and have stood the test of time. I consider myself so fortunate to be able to reach out to him and pick his brain. Listen in as we discuss cultural differences in New England, leadership principles, performance on the fireground, and the bias to act for the community we serve.
2024-03-151h 18Forged & Unbroken019 A Safety Officers Perspective w/ Capt. R. Lagana (Ret)This week we have Capt. Ronnie Lagana. Capt. Lagana spent over 30 years in the fire service, first as a volunteer in one of the Nation's busiest Department's, and then as a paramedic and officer throughout his time in service. He discusses the fire service in the 1980's, command and leadership, as well as his role as a Safety Officer managing a Mayday and Line of Duty Death in 2018.
2024-03-011h 28Forged & Unbroken018 - Mayday, Burn Unit, & Lessons Learned w/ Capt Bob Wiseman (Ret.)In 1982, Bob Wiseman had 4 years of volunteer firefighting experience, but had only been out in the field for 3 weeks after graduating the academy. He recounts the story of his and his partner's Mayday on the second floor of a townhouse, before we even called it "Mayday." Communications, operations, mindset of go/no-go situations, technology, the burn unit, healing, lessons learned and so much more as we unravel the story that he continues to share to make others better prepared.
2024-02-091h 37Forged & Unbroken017 - FF/P Jamey Dunlavey (Ret.) - On Grief & Resilience In this episode, we have my dear friend, Jamey Dunlavey. Jamey has spent over two decades as a firefighter paramedic on the bordering outskirts of the Nation's capital. We’ll be discussing some of that, but the core tenant of today’s episode will be spent on grief. Jamey has been kind enough to share some of his life’s story, and through it, we learn what it takes to say, “I need help,” resiliency, mindset, relationships, self-care and growth, retirement, and next stages in life; and we do it through the lens of one of the kindest men I know. A...
2024-01-261h 22Forged & Unbroken016 - Struggle, Meaning, & Mental Health with Lt. Nate MartinSo fortunate to have this gentleman on the podcast. What a scholar. We don't leave any stones unturned. We dive into the struggles we face in the fire service, mental health, resiliency, divinity, and so much more.
2023-12-282h 23Forged & Unbroken015 - Woodscape Dr LODD Review w/ BC John BeanThis call changed many lives, especially mine. It had a tremendous impact on so many and continues on today. I had the opportunity to sit with Battalion Chief John Bean, an absolute wealth of knowledge. He was Battalion 2 and command of side Charlie the night of the July 23rd, 2018, LODD of Lt. Nathan Flynn. Listen in as we unpack the call and work together to review it from both sides, that of the interior RIT team and he as exterior command. Caution - there will be tough portions of this podcast discussed and there will be mayday audio. Leadership...
2023-12-081h 48Forged & Unbroken014 - The Adaptability Paradox BONUS Growth Mindset EpisodeService, Wellness, CharityBe a durable, resilient human. Be Forged & Unbroken. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89578184
2023-11-0809 minForged & Unbroken013 - Roger Steger - Culture & Why the Small Things MatterOn this episode, we sit down with one of my longtime friends, Roger Steger. He is a longtime servant and educator in the fire service, spending much of his time in some of the busiest fire companies in the entire Nation. Making his way through the ranks from firefighter to Chief of Kentland Volunteer Fire Department, and in his current role as the senior acting man on Baltimore City's Engine 8, he has quite the resume. We discuss why the small things matter, culture within socio-economically depressed service areas, and so much more.
2023-10-131h 04Forged & Unbroken012 - Dave "Otter" Olson - A Passion for Service & Managing Black Clouds. Dave "Otter" Olson was one of my mentors in the fire service. His drive is unparalleled, his passion for knowledge is insatiable. He's been through a ton of stuff from his start in the early '90s. Listen in as we discuss his early days and how he has managed rescues, MAYDAYs, training, leadership, family, and resiliency.
2023-09-221h 52Forged & Unbroken011 - Optimizing to Thrive with the Biohacker BabesEver heard of biohacking? No pun intended, it was like drinking through a fire hose with all of the knowledge bombs these two were dropping. I was left with so many more questions, but in all the best ways. Lauren Sombataro and Renee Belz, of the Biohacker Babes, are an absolute wealth of experience, and they have dedicated their lives to optimize the health and wellness for themselves and others. Listen in on ways to optimize your wellness routines; let's move from feeling "just ok" or "good," to amazing. They share tips on how to combat the big three: sleep...
2023-08-181h 25Forged & Unbroken010 - "Don't Go Gentle Into That Good Night" Woodscape 5 Year Anniversaryhttps://youtu.be/w-sM-t1KI_Y"Don't Go Gentle Into That Good Night"Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Though wise men at their end know dark is right, Because their words had forked no lightning they Do not go gentle into that good night. Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Wild men who caught and sang the sun...
2023-07-2407 minForged & Unbroken009 - Choose People or Assignment?As a follow up to a poll from the other week, Andy Hoffman, Ryan King and I discuss what goes into our decision-making when we must decide between choosing to work with a specific group of people, or choosing an assignment, given that you can't have both.
2023-07-2145 minForged & Unbroken008 - Destiny Morris and Building Resiliency and Mental WellnessThis week we're fortunate to have Ms. Destiny Morris on the podcast; she's ab absolute wealth of knowledge. She specializes in Marriage Therapy, First Responder Therapy, First Responder Group Therapy, and EMDR Therapy. She walks us through common red flags in public safety, what to look for with ourselves and each other, how to address sensitive topics, hyper vigilance, EMDR, substance abuse, how to build resiliency, and so much more! She also works with a non-profit, The OverWatch Collective; a veteran run non-profit, who's mission is to provide funding for first responder mental health resources.https://www.instagram.com/on...
2023-05-271h 09Forged & Unbroken007 - Dr. Jaime Tartar & Sleep HygieneThis week we have Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience, Dr. Jaime Tartar, of Nova Southern University, CEO of the Society of Sports Neuroscience, and O2X Human Performance lecturer. She discusses the role sleep plays in overall health, the issues we face in public safety, and best practices for optimizing sleep hygiene. (From the O2X website)Dr. Tartar also serves as the neuroscience program director and research director for the NSU College of Psychology. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from NSU and a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University where she used...
2023-05-1151 minForged & Unbroken006 - Struggle is Divine [BONUS] Growth Mindset EpisodeEach Monday, Forged & Unbroken posts a new "Growth Mindset" mini podcast on the Patreon. It's pulled from personal experience and books we've read. We pull ideas from various sources, expand on them, and relate them to personal growth for the fire service, but honestly any human can benefit. One of my favorite things to do for growth, happiness, peace, and exercise is to get outside and hike. They all look different - different places, lengths, difficulty, and topography. And with each one, no matter how small or grand, there has always been a lesson. Recently, I was in AZ with...
2023-04-2005 minForged & Unbroken005 - Maryland Governor Larry HoganMany thanks to Governor Larry Hogan for sitting with us today to discuss leadership lessons during his tenure as Marylands Governor. We discussed his continued support for firefighter pension relief and cancer presumption coverage, his experiences as a public servant dealing with Line of Duty Deaths, and his ability to connect with people from all backgrounds and creating change by being authentic. Truly an honor to sit with such a powerful, genuine human being.Want early access to the podcast, a weekly growth mindset podcast, daily workouts, a 30 day training program, reading list, mobility videos for injury...
2023-04-0828 minForged & Unbroken004 - Fire Service Nutrition Culture with Kindred NutritionOn this episode, I tuned in to Kindred Nutritions "Don't Be Foodish" podcast with friends Amy and Kim. We talked about fire service culture surrounding eating, how to best prepare ourselves for our profession, and how to deal with the emotional aspects of the job in regards to wellness and nutrition. Service, Wellness, Charity. Search "Forged & Unbroken" on Patreon to become a member of the online community, and to have access to tons more information. Daily workouts with a minimal equipment option, growth mindset podcast, public podcast, mobility videos for injury prevention, suggested reading list, and a supplemental 30 day...
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Forged & Unbroken003 - Leadership Capitol vs Leadership ToleranceStriking the right balance of leadership within your unit.
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Forged & Unbroken002 - Post Line of Duty Death Experiences with Andy HoffmanFollow us on our journey as we discuss the aftermath of dealing with a Line of Duty Death. We discuss struggle, mental health, perseverance, and resiliency. This one is not for the faint of heart.
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