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NJ Fire GuysNJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-009 w/ Captain Robert PiparoNJ Fire GuysRun#: 24-009Date: April 4, 2024Guest: Captain Robert Piparo Captain Robert "Pip" Piparo is a Captain with the City of New Brunswick Fire Department in New Jersey assigned to Ladder Company 1 on the 2nd platoon. Pip is the current host of the podcast The Size Up by National Fire Radio. Where he focus’s on his guests time spent off the job. Pip is the Director of 555 Fitness , a firefighter operated not for profit, that began with the mission to reduce line of duty deaths within the fire service. 555 Fitness has grown...2024-05-081h 33
National Fire Radio Podcast PlatformThe Size Up Episode 47. There’s Two of Them!! Robert “Pip” PiparoNo need to do a double take folks. You read the title correctly. This week Pip sits down with, well, Pip. Robert “Pip” Piparo is a firefighter/medic in Saratoga Springs NY. Several years back he reached out to Pip (host of the Size Up) because he was receiving messages meant for him about 555 Fitness. The two struck up an internet bromance and learned they had much more than a name in common. Pip talks about his time on and off the job, dealing with his PTSD, his mental wellness toolbox as well as his hobbies. Whether it’s mountain biking...2023-12-121h 10
Primary CompleteEpisode #94 "Thats Life" 555 Fitness Co-Fonder "Pip"Welcome to the Primary Complete Podcast Episode #94! In this episode, your host, Matt, sits down with the remarkable Robert Piparo, affectionately known as "Pip," from 555 Fitness. Prepare for an engaging conversation as we delve into Pip's inspiring journey into the fire service, explore the burning issues and challenges that firefighters face, and discover the man behind the mission.
Pip shares his legacy continuing introduction to the world of firefighting, offering a glimpse into the heart-pounding experiences that come with the territory. We delve into the common topics that resonate deeply with those in the fire service, shedding...2023-09-281h 11
The Size UpEpisode 17: We Are SuperFitTheir positivity is infectious. Kyla and Ty from @we_are_superfit are an unstoppable mother-son team out to prove that the words “can’t do” just don’t exist. Tyson was born with down syndrome, but he hasn’t let his disability keep him from leading a healthy lifestyle.
Kyla talks about the different challenges of being a special needs parent, but spends more time talking about the rewards of being a special needs parent. Her passion for health and wellness plus Ty’s can-do attitude lead them to start We Are Superfit. Their group tailors workouts to each participant's needs, allow...2023-05-1848 min
The Size UpEpisode 16. YOLO! With Levi SandovalYOLO, You Only Live Once is the motto of this week's guest. Firefighter/EMT, model, Calendar Stud, Game Show Star and good friend Levi Sandoval.
Levi and Pip chat about fitness, fame and how hard work and his YOLO attitude landed him a major modeling deal with the Indian Motorcycle company. Levi has also been featured in and on the cover of the Colorado Firefighter calendar. He explains how working with that organization allowed him to give back and realize that he might be able to chase a dream he didn’t know he really had.
Levi’s story is far...2023-05-181h 04
The Size UpEpisode 15: Collaboration Over Competition with Jonathan Tate@foodonthestovedc
Second generation Washington DC firefighter Jonathan Tate wanted to give back to the fire service. As a child he saw the impact his father was able to make not only on the job, but on the community he grew up in.
Food is a cultural staple within the fire service. Jonathan saw a need to educate firefighters on the importance of healthy eating. Starting the not for profit Food on the Stove as a passion project within his department.
Pip and Jonathan talk about his life, healthy eating, pensions , and his upcoming conference International Firefighters Weekend in DC. This...2023-05-181h 14
The Size UpEpisode 13. The Perpetual StudentEpisode 13
The Perpetual Student
With James Geering, Author and Host of Behind the Shield Podcast
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Website. www.jamesgeering.com
With 756 podcast’s under his belt, James Geering is what we may describe as a serious podcaster. Pip was stoked to be able to interview him, being that Pip has been a guest on the Behind the Shield Podcast , not once, not twice, but three times.
James and Pip spend their time talking about the vast array of guests he has had the privilege of interviewing and learning from. Hence the title of this episode , The Perpetual Student. James sp...2023-04-251h 12
The Size UpEpisode 14. Check Your EquipmentEpisode 14
Check Your Equipment
With Jason Patton @firedepartmentchronicles and Josh Hardy @johnnyutah93
Sponsored by Mercedes Textiles
Episode 14 of The Size Up by National Fire Radio was sponsored by Mercedes Textiles. They want to know just how often you CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT. Now, being a hose manufacturer , you may think they mean the equipment on your apparatus, but they aren’t talking about that equipment. They mean YOUR EQUIPMENT.
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, and Mercedes has partnered with the not for profit DETECT TOGETHER. Just like water on the fire, when it comes to cancer, early detection is key. Th...2023-04-251h 00
The Size UpEpisode 12. Consistently Savage With Sarah RayAre you Consistently Savage? Sarah Ray aka The Shrinking Savage is living proof that you can be. Pip and Sarah talk about her weight loss journey, which began when she put being a volunteer firefighter on a temporary hold.
Sarah talks about how consistently being consistent with her healthy habits keeps her on track and moving forward. What started as an online journal of her journey for herself has grown into something much much more. Sarah’s IG and Tick Toc page has become a source of inspiration for many, of course she has picked up some haters along the wa...2023-04-111h 11
The Size UpEpisode 11. The RebootWelcome Back!!!! After a longer than expected hiatus, The Size Up by National Fire Radio is returning to the podcast world. Pip decided to start the reboot just like he started the original. Jeremy, from National Fire Radio joins Pip for this week's chat. And boy does he chat, and chat and chat.
Jeremy, From National Fire Radio breaks down a bit about his past 5 years and our plan for this podcast. Then we just start to have one of our normal conversations, which as we hang up, we always say, we should have recorded this for the podcast. Although...2023-04-041h 18
First Responder Wellness PodcastRobert "PIP" Piparo - Motivating first responders to a better workout.Pip joined Director Conrad Weaver for a LIVE interactive interview on ZOOM!
ABOUT PIP
Robert “Pip” Piparo is a Lieutenant with the City of New Brunswick Fire Department in New Jersey and is the Director of 555 Fitness , a firefighter operated not for profit, that began with the mission to reduce line of duty deaths within the fire service. 555 Fitness has grown to provide motivation and free workouts to Emergency Responders each day via social media. 555 now awards fitness equipment grants to fire police and EMS departments through their Strength is Our Foundation Grant Program.
Pip’s r...2021-05-241h 01
The Big Red Express Podcast35. "Pip" from 555 FitnessRobbie is back with an old friend of the podcast Robert "Pip" Piparo who joins us from his garage and office. We talk about the grant programs 555 fitness is doing all over the country, how the community has progressed over the past year, and a little talk about running and porta-johns.
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The Professional Brotherhood™091 - Strength is Our Foundation with Pip from 555 FitnessOn today's episode Brian chats with Pip from 555 Fitness about the mission of 555, fitness, the "Strength is our Foundation" grant, the Clubhouse app, Street Parking and more. We encourage all emergency services organizations that have the need to apply for the grant by clicking on the following link:https://www.555fitness.org/siofAbout our guest:Robert "Pip" Piparo is a Lieutenant with the City of New Brunswick Fire Department in New Jersey. Pip's role with 555 Fitness has given him a vast amount of experience when it comes t...2021-03-191h 07
The Size UpEpisode 10: The Diamond DogsTed Lasso, take 2. Pip invites two of his best friends to continue the conversation about lessons learned from the APPLE TV show Ted Lasso. Rob and Wells are both Fire Captains and share several different opinions about being leaders in the fire service.
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JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 128 Covid training with PIPIn this week’s episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back Robert “pip” Piparo to talk about focusing on your training during the trying times of COVID. The podcast is sponsored by Vanguard Safety Wear! Check them out at vanguardsafetywear.com2020-11-0256 min
The Size UpEpisode 9: Ted Lasso Part 1 with Kim McIntyreThis week Pip welcomes his friend Kim McIntyre. Kim is the operations manager for Street Parking, an online fitness community.
Pip and Kim take a deep dive into one of their favorite shows, Apple Tv's Ted Lasso. Yes the 10 episode instant classic born out of 2 NBC sports ads about an American Football coach becoming a Premier League Football coach.
Pip and Kim talk about Ted's positive attitude, his relationships, his "coaching" and how all of these lessons can relate to each and everyone out there.
You can learn more about Kim and the Street Parking community at www.streetparking.com
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The Size UpEpisode 8: Mrs. PipNo better way to explain my absence, then to interview the person I have spent the most time with these past 6 months or so. This episode I welcome my wife, Mrs. Pip(Tracey). 14 years of marriage has been an interesting ride for both of us, with the last 6 months truly being a test. We talk fairly candidly about our life together, how opposites do more than attract and how not chasing the "perfect" marriage has worked well for us.
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The Size UpEpisode 7: Oliver StarkOn this episode of The Size Up, Pip is joined by Rob Ridley from National Fire Radio. They welcome actor Oliver Stark, from the Fox Drama 9-1-1. Oliver plays firefighter Evan “Buck” Buckley on the show, which is now going into the 4th season. Pip and Oliver met just over a year ago, when Pip learned of Oliver's support for 5-5-5 Fitness. The guys spend some time talking about how the actors on the show, first priority is to portray emergency responders as regular people who choose to do a difficult job. Listen in to learn more about the...2020-05-151h 04
The Fireground Fitness Podcast, Rayne GrayEp. 35, 555 Fitness featuring PipWhen we consider our desire, to serve and protect our communities we often focus on the firefight. The just in time response to the critical, destructive and fast moving emergency. Our response must be aggressive, smart and powerful. The work demands it and if we are going to mount a meaningful fire attack we have to bring it!
Looking at the statistics of firefighter fatalities that are related to cardiovascular illness it has become shockingly clear that the physical demands of the job put a legitimate strain on our bodies. Understanding this reality it is imperative that...2020-05-111h 13
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 124 Don’t Short me Bro with Robert Piparo In this week's episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington welcomes back a long time contributor to the show Robert “Pip” Piparo. Ryan and Pip sit down to talk about controlling yourself on the fire scene. Keeping yourself disciplined while working to accomplish your assigned task can become difficult in an ever-evolving fireground. Topics Covered in this Episode Shorting the Truck company Staying focused Improving communications of the foreground Pips new podcast Jumpseat Radio is sponsored by Dinges Fire Company and is a proud member o...2020-05-0338 min
The Size UpEpisode 6: 555 FitnessEpisode 6 of The Size Up is a wild ride. Pip invited a large portion of his 555 Fitness Team to join him for a conversation about how and why the volunteer with 555 Fitness . We were all supposed to be together , spreading our mission at FDIC 2020 in Indianapolis. This was the best we could do, and it doesn't disappoint. A few good friends even pop in and share their stories as well. The overwhelming theme of this episode is We Over Me , with a lot of humor and jokes along the way. After all, what happens when you get a bunch of...2020-04-302h 20
The Size UpEpisode 5: Syn Martinez from AfrobrutalityIn Episode 5 of The Size Up Pip welcomes Syn Martinez from Afrobrutality. Syn has been a mainstay in the Fitness community for over 10 years. His company, Afrobrutality has consistently posted their brand of positivity through social media messaging. Pip and Syn talk about business, staying consistent, staying positive and how providing value to the end user is what both business and life is all about. .
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Instagram: @National_Fire...2020-04-101h 13The Size UpEpisode 4: Eric GelberOn this weeks episode of The Size Up, Pip welcomes Eric Gelber. Eric was the subject of the 2017 documentary 200 Miles. Eric is an endurance athlete who attempted to run 200 miles around Central Park as a fundraiser for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Pip and Eric talk about mental and physical toughness, having a no quit attitude, and strategies for how to stay fit and maintain a positive mental attitude during the global pandemic. Make sure to give Eric a follow on his IG page @justamiletogo , or watch his documentary 200 miles on Prime.
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The Size UpPip Talk Episode 3Episode 3 of Pip Talk, Pip talks about a whole new level of stress
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FMBA NationEpisode 25. 555 Fitness with Lt. Robert "Pip" PiparoFMBA Nation host Bill Brower sits down with "Pip" from 555 Fitness to talk about how they started, what the 555 grant application process is all about, the 555 Fitness App, and things you can be doing both at home and at the station to stay fit during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nationalfireradio2020-03-131h 03The Size UpEpisode 1The very first episode of The Size Up with our host Robert "Pip" Piparo. Pip was a guest on our first platform, National Fire Radio and has become close friends with the crew ever since. We are excited to welcome Pip back as our new host of his very own show, "The Size Up". We hope you enjoy this latest addition to National Fire Radio!
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Rush The BusEpisode 1 with The NFR CrewOur latest project, Rush the Bus, will follow the stories and culture of EMS. Our two hosts and newest additions to the team, Pete and Julie, are both EMTs in New York and have a tremendous amount of experience. This is our first episode with them and we welcome them to the team along with another guest that may be familiar to most. With them is our newest team member and host from our other page starting up known as The Size Up, with Robert "Pip" Piparo. Stay tuned for more episodes coming out and check them out on social...2020-01-151h 17
Stay Healthy New JerseySHNJ 015: "There's nothing special about us, except we chose to pursue a career in a very dangerous environment." Robert Piparo, Firefighter & Director of 555 FitnessIn this important episode of Stay Healthy NJ, Justin sits down with an old friend, Robert Piparo, or "Pip," as we know him to hear Pip's incredible story of life as a career firefighter.
Pip is a second generation lieutenant with the New Brunswick Fire Department and the Director of 555 Fitness, a non profit organization dedicated to providing a community for firefighters everywhere to enjoy fitness and understand the importance it plays in this profession.
555 Fitness is dedicated to its mission of reducing Line Of Duty Deaths attributed to cardiac arrest, the leading killer of...2019-11-1340 min
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 105 Be flexible on the Fireground with Robert Piparo On this week's podcast our co-host Robert Piparo comes back to the podcast to catch up and share how firefighters must be able to change their roles on the fireground as needs change. Pip had the chance to make a rescue and had to change roles on the fireground. Listen in as Ryan and Pip talk about the ever-changing firegrounds. Topics Covered. Changing roles on the fireground How to build team cohesion Staying calm in the storm Pips ways to stay flexible Transitions of crews 2019-10-0243 min
The OverrunEpisode 37-Pip and 555 fitnessThe gang let Anna handle this episode, and she crushed it! Anna talks with Robert (Pip) Piparo, firefighter, paramedic, and driving force behind the 555 Fitness team, bringing physical fitness to public safety professionals!We ask why, if we're so smart as clinicians, why do we do things we KNOW are bad for us, and why we absolutely have to Do Better.And here's an easy way to start: Anna and Pip created The Overrun Challenge! All you have to do is commit to walk ONE mile every day for 30 days. That's it! If you commit...2019-05-1400 min
PintheQ PodcastLt. Robert Piparo, 555 FitnessEpisode #14: Robert Piparo, New Brunswick Fire Dept.
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JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 077 Be responsibly presentIn this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio hosts Ryan Pennington and Robert “pip” Piparo continue their conversation in New Jersey. The two talk about turning off the phones and paying attention to the members in the firehouse and your family at home. Topics Covered: Mental Health Counseling Paying attention to the people around you Being present in the moments of your life. This podcast is sponsored by Chief Miller. Chief Miller operates the largest Social Media page dedicated to the men and women of the fire service from around...2018-11-2136 min
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio Pips secret to successIn this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcomes back the cohost and best friend of the #JumpseatNation Robert “Pip” Piparo. This podcast was recorded live in the house of Pip in Central New Jersey. Ryan was in New Jersey for a local teaching event and drove down to meet pip for a SURPRISE 40th Birthday. During the visit Ryan and Pip cranked out three podcasts, all while Pip had NO idea that his buds were on the way to surprise him for his birthday. Inside Podcast #1 Pip and Ryan talk...2018-11-0637 minJumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 072 Honor WOD with Brute Force TrainingJumpseat Radio 072 Honor WOD with Brute Force Training In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcomes back Robert Piparo and Justin Eberle from Brute Force Training. This is the second podcast with the brute force crew recorded on the same day with Pip. In this session the fellas talk about: Training with a purpose Honoring the fallen Brute Force Sand Bags How to join the Brute Force Team This podcast is sponsored by Chief Miller. Chief Miller operates the largest Social Media pa...2018-10-1635 min
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 070 Brute Force Training 01Jumpseat Radio 070 Brute Force Training 01 In this week episode of Jumpseat Radio host Ryan Pennington welcomes his partner in crime Robert Piparo. The guys welcome in Justin Eberle Director of operations for Brute Force Training maker of the Brute Force Sand Bags built for the Tactical Athlete. Topics covered in today’s podcast: Tactical athletic training Brute Force Training Developing Tactical Training Taking Risks to bring product to market How Firefighters can train with low cost sand bags 2018-10-0431 minJumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 069 Conversations from the CornfieldIn this weeks episode of Jumpseat Radio host, Ryan Pennington, welcomes back Robert Piparo and Nick Dinges for the second podcast recorded from Illinois. This episode was recorded on the same night as podcast 068 and takes it to the next level. Listen in as the three talk about: Fire Behavior Firefighter Behavior Flashover Can Lessons Learned 2018-09-2631 minJumpseatRadioJumpseatRadio 068 Live from the MidwestJumpseat Radio 068 Live from the Midwest In this episode of Jumpseat Radio host Ryan Pennington welcomes back Robert Piparo from 555 Fitness. Along with Pip this week Jumpseat Radio introduces you to Nick Dinges. Nick is a awesome student, instructor, and business owner based out of Amboy Illinois. Nick, Pip, and Ryan were in town doing some videos work and sat down to have an awesome discussion on the current issues facing today’s fire service. Topics included: Firefighter Cancer Prevention Flashover Lessons Neat Engine Cover The power of Corn ...2018-09-1929 min
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 067 Firefighters are NOT SpecialJumpseat Radio 067 Firefighters are NOT special Welcome back to the Jumpseat Radio Podcast. In this week’s episode host Ryan Pennington welcomes back a Robert Piparo. Pip is on location somewhere on the east coast with a special mission. He joins Ryan to talk about how firefighters are normal folks who perform in extraordinary conditions. Topics covered this week include. Where is PIP Why do we think we are “special” How to stay mission focused. This podcast is...2018-08-1029 min
JumpseatRadioJumpseat Radio 065 Are you an ExpertJumpseat Radio 065 Are you an Expert Welcome back to this weeks Jumpseat Radio where host Ryan Pennington welcomes back Robert Piparo. Ryan and Pip share some comments on the recent social media post from Paul Combs. Paul shared an amazing drawing of a Picture of a Fire Helmet talking about the firefighters who proclaim to be experts on a given topic. During the Podcast the fella’s talk about Sharing information How to stay grounded What to do when people request access Robert P...2018-07-2353 min
Strength MattersEp 27: Firefighter Fitness And Saving Lives With Robert PiparoRobert Piparo (Pip) is the director of 555 Fitness an organization designed to keep firefighters and emergency responders healthy. What started as a Facebook community has turned into a nationally recognized Not For Profit Organization. They are doing their part reducing the line of duty deaths attributed to cardiac related events. There motto is train […]
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