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FDACEpisode 9 - Leading with CharacterEpisode 9 - Leading with Character
In this episode, Chief Chris Tubbs sits down with leadership expert Dave Anderson to explore what it truly means to lead with character. Together they discuss the habits, values, and daily decisions that define authentic leadership—especially when the pressure is high and the stakes are real. Listeners will gain practical insights on integrity, accountability, and how character-driven leadership builds trust, strengthens teams, and shapes lasting impact both on and off the job.
2025-10-071h 23
FDACEpisode 8 - Strategic Advantage & Public ValueEpisode 8 - Strategic Advantage & Public Value
In this episode of the CalChiefs / FDAC podcast, host Chris Tubbs is joined by leadership expert and author Steve Kent of The Results Group, Ltd. The discussion explores the essential relationship between strategic planning and organizational culture within public safety agencies. Drawing from decades of experience and his influential book Strategic Planning and Organizational Culture for Public Safety Agencies, Steve shares candid insights on the importance of vision, the dangers of short-term thinking, and the need to align strategy with values and community expectations. He challenges conventional leadership paradigms, emphasizes the n...
2025-06-201h 32
CalChiefsEpisode 30 - Strategic Advantage and Public ValueEpisode 30 - Strategic Advantage & Public Value
In this episode of the CalChiefs / FDAC podcast, host Chris Tubbs is joined by leadership expert and author Steve Kent of The Results Group, Ltd. The discussion explores the essential relationship between strategic planning and organizational culture within public safety agencies. Drawing from decades of experience and his influential book Strategic Planning and Organizational Culture for Public Safety Agencies, Steve shares candid insights on the importance of vision, the dangers of short-term thinking, and the need to align strategy with values and community expectations. He challenges conventional leadership paradigms, emphasizes the n...
2025-06-201h 32
FDACEpisode 7 - Psychosocial Hazards are Real!Episode 7 - Psychosocial Hazards are Real!
In this episode, we explore Psychosocial Hazards are Real! by Dr. I. David Daniels—a powerful and timely examination of the often-overlooked mental, emotional, and social challenges faced in today’s workplaces, especially in high-stress professions like public safety. Drawing on personal experience and professional insight, Dr. Daniels exposes the systemic risks that harm psychological well-being and offers a path forward toward healthier, more accountable, and human-centered work environments. Whether you’re a leader, peer, or policy maker, this book is a must-read.
2025-05-101h 00
FDACEpisode 6 - Fighting Fire with FundingEpisode 6 - Fighting Fire with Funding
The California Fire Service is facing a critical funding shortfall that jeopardizes the safety and preparedness of communities statewide. Fire protection districts and fire departments, which cover 125,782 square miles and serve over 39 million people, have seen service demand grow significantly over the last 50 years. Despite this, funding mechanisms have not kept pace, leaving fire agencies struggling to maintain staffing, equipment, and infrastructure.
2025-03-281h 14
Beaux-Arts de ParisPenser le Présent avec Sara FavriauSara Favriau est avant tout sculpteuse : une cabane, une pirogue, un arc, un arbre… sont des éléments qui font partie de son vocabulaire formel et conceptuel, et portent leur propre dramaturgie.L’artiste interroge à la fois l’œuvre et son écosystème ; sa circularité comme un arbre-pirogue qui traverse une mer, pour retrouver une forêt. Elle convoque des formes, des symboles et des procédés de nature populaire pour les transposer. Le bois est l’un de ses matériaux de prédilection, qu’il soit envisagé à une macro ou micro-échelle. Sara Favriau es...
2025-03-2152 min
FDACEpisode 5 - Firstnet and the 4.9GHz SpectrumEpisode 5 - FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz Spectrum
This episode dives into the critical evolution of public safety communications, focusing on the recent FCC decision to establish a nationwide Band Manager framework for the 4.9 GHz spectrum, and discuss the evolution and deployment of the FirstNet System. Host Chris Tubbs interviews Chief Jeff Johnson, a leader in public safety technology and the development of FirstNet. Together, they explore the history, governance, and transformative potential of FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz spectrum in enhancing public safety operations with emerging technologies like AI, 5G, and augmented reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance...
2024-12-131h 25
FDACEpisode 4- Quantifying the NegativeEpisode 4 - Quantifying the Negative
In this episode in an interview with Chief Eric Saylors (El-Cerrito Fire), Chief Saylors discusses his Naval Post Graduate School Thesis, Quantifying the Negative. In this episode Chief Saylors shares how his thesis led to the creation of a method to quantify the value a fire agency brings to a community and how this aids I the fire service telling its story to the community and elected officials.
2024-10-111h 07
Criminalist Behavior-A Louisiana True Crime PodcastThe Ghost of Wesley Morgan Still Haunts Our Town-Episode 26- Wesley was only 2 years old when he vanished from his home in Clinton, Louisiana. He was last seen wearing a gray Mickey Mouse shirt, blue shorts with a green stripe extending down one of the legs, and sandals. At the time of his disappearance, Wesley was described as having blond or strawberry-blonde hair and blue eyes, he was also 3' tall and weighed approximately 40 lbs. Today, Wesley would be 23 years old.- Copyright © 2024-Present Criminalist Behavior Podcast. All rights reserved.- Links:https://linktr.ee/criminalbehaviorpodcast- http://www.criminalistbehavior-alouisianatruecrimepodcast.com/- Disclaimer:This podcast is f...
2024-07-271h 01
FDACEpisode 3 - Riverside vs SymonsEpisode #24-03
On this episode, your host Chris Tubbs interviews Fire Chief & CalChiefs President Mark Heine, and CalChiefs Attorney Andrew Schouten, ESQ of Wright L’Estrange & Ergastolo (WLE). We will be discussing the recent publication of the Riverside vs Symons case; the history of the litigation and various court decisions, and ultimately the publication of the Appellate Court’s Ruling and what that means.
2024-06-141h 19
FDACEpisode 2 - District FinancingEpisode 24-02
In this episode we discuss the various revenue streams and challenges for Fire District funding. Chiefs Pearce & Helmick discuss Tax Rate Areas, Prop 13, ERAF, and other challenges faced by Fire Districts.
2024-03-041h 01
FDACEpisode 1 - FDAC Education: Conference and Educational ProgramsEpisode 24-01
FDAC's Inaugural podcast with Guest Steve Hall and Host Chris Tubbs. Chief Hall discusses the FDAC Educational Committee and the Annual FDAC Conference.
2024-02-0733 min
Modern Fire Instructor PodcastFire Behavior and Instructor Techniques with Phil JoseUnmasking Smoke: The Firefighter's Essential GuideIn a candid chat between host Rob Kandle and Phil Jose, this episode dives deep into the intricate nuances of fire behavior, emphasizing the vital role smoke plays. Phil discusses the four pivotal attributes – volume, velocity, density, and color – that help interpret what the smoke reveals.Beyond Slides: Elevating Firefighting TrainingDrawing upon his experience in both the operations and training divisions, Phil Jose dissects the essence of effective teaching within the firefighting domain. Acknowledging the plethora of online resources, especially YouTube videos, Phil and Rob ponder over...
2023-08-221h 28Modern Fire Instructor PodcastFire Behavior and Instructor Techniques with Phil JoseUnmasking Smoke: The Firefighter's Essential GuideIn a candid chat between host Rob Kandle and Phil Jose, this episode dives deep into the intricate nuances of fire behavior, emphasizing the vital role smoke plays. Phil discusses the four pivotal attributes – volume, velocity, density, and color – that help interpret what the smoke reveals.Beyond Slides: Elevating Firefighting TrainingDrawing upon his experience in both the operations and training divisions, Phil Jose dissects the essence of effective teaching within the firefighting domain. Acknowledging the plethora of online reso...
2023-08-221h 28
The Mental Health Podcast#mhTV episode 115 - Neurodiversity in Health in JusticeWelcome to episode 115 [originally broadcast on Wednesday 15 February 2023] of #mhTV. This week Vanessa Gilmartin and Nicky Lambert spoke with guest Dr Varinder Panesar about neurodiversity in Health in Justice.
This episode is a part of the Health In Justice National Event running on 20 February 2023.
VP - I am a Consultant Forensic Psychologist who has worked in forensic mental health for over 12 years. I am currently employed as the Lead Psychologist for Psychological Therapies across HMP Wandsworth (Oxleas NHS Trust) and HMP Pentonville (Barnet, Enfield & Haringey NHS Trust). Prior to my current roles, I worked primarily with Multisystemic Therapy teams in the community pr...
2023-02-1646 min
RADIO BZZZZZHRoad trip | Parcours chromatique, projet avec l’artiste Elsa TomkowiakUn podcast réalisé dans le cadre du projet d'Éducation Artistique et Culturelle avec l’artiste Elsa Tomkowiak au Collège Madame de Sévigné, Mauron (56).
Dans le cadre de son partenariat avec le collège Madame de Sévigné à Mauron, le Frac Bretagne a invité l’artiste Elsa Tomkowiak pendant une semaine d’ateliers, du 10 au 14 janvier 2022, afin de créer un chantier participatif avec les élèves de 5ème.
De la galerie d’art à vocation pédagogique, en passant par le préau et l’entrée du self, les espaces ont été transformés par un jeu subt...
2022-05-2510 min
Devonshires Litigation and Dispute Resolution PodcastEP 6: In conversation with... HHJ Patrick PeruskoIn Episode 6, special guest speaker HHJ Patrick Perusko joins us to discuss and share his experiences from running the innovative Family Drugs and Alcohol Court (FDAC).
2021-10-0136 min
sanchia7Pioneering family court has sustained impactSanchia Berg pkg and interview with DJ Crichton about #FDAC new research
2016-09-2608 min