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The Resilient Responder: Travis Mills
In this episode of The Resilient Responder, Travis Mills, a retired U.S. Army staff sergeant of the 82nd Airborne, shares his inspiring journey from surviving catastrophic injuries in Afghanistan to founding the Travis Mills Foundation.
Igniting the Shift Within: Brain Optimization for High Performance
In this episode, David sits down with Dr. Pamela Seraphine, a renowned neuroscientist and author, to dive into brain optimization for firefighters.
To Be or To Do? Navigating Career Crossroads
What are the implications of choosing career success over finding purpose and meaning in your work as a firefighter? Jairo Rodriguez weighs in.
Suicide by Service
John Velez offers his perspective on the crisis of firefighter suicide and some actions you can take.
What We Are Missing
Bryan Keup argues that many fire service leaders are missing some key ingredients that would improve their leadership abilities and fire department culture.
Lessons From Paul: Reflecting on a Line-of-Duty Death
Tom Gugliotti discusses how the death of a firefighter impacted his department and some of the lessons we can drawn from it.
APS Radio: Brittany Hollerbach
APS Radio host Jim Burneka speaks with Dr. Brittany Hollerbach, an associate scientist and former firefighter.
Postvention Can Become Suicide Prevention
The goal of suicide postvention is to facilitate the healing of people impacted by the loss while preventing suicide among those at increased risk after exposure to suicide.
The Probationary Principles
Hayden S. Creecy offers 10 principles that probationary firefighters can use to get their firefighting careers on the right foot.
Sandy Springs (GA) Firefighters and Santa Spread Holiday Cheer at Children’s Hospital
The Sandy Springs Fire Department brought holiday cheer to patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Scottish Rite with a surprise visit featuring Santa Claus.
LA Firefighters to Receive Free Cancer Screenings Under New Law
Beginning in 2025, fire departments in Louisiana will be required to offer cancer screenings to current and former firefighters at no charge. Earlier this year,…
Shelby (WI) Firefighter Retires After 4 Decades of Service
Bob Wagner has been a fixture at the Shelby Fire Department for 40 years.
For 12 Years, Syracuse (NY) Firefighter Is Key Part of Christmas Bureau’s Mission to Provide Gifts to Thousands
Syracuse firefighter David Corbett Jr. was at The Oncenter on Tuesday morning, setting up gifts for families ahead of the Christmas Bureau giveaway, a tradition he has upheld for the past 12 years.
Chattanooga Fire Captain, 58, Dies During Workout
Chattanooga Fire Department Captain George Turley, the most senior member of the department, died on Saturday.
A Portion of I-90 Will Now Be Named After a Cleveland Firefighter Who Died in the Line of Duty
A portion of Interstate 90 in Cleveland is now named after Johnny Tetrick, a Cleveland firefighter who died in the line of duty.
Hazleton (PA) Firefighters Cheer as One of Their Own Leaves the Hospital
Fellow firefighters stood with caregivers, friends and therapists wearing T-shirts that said “Standing Strong for John.”
Green Bay (WI) Firefighter Killed by Cancer Honored with Promotion He Had Declined
Green Bay turned out to honor Tyler Krier, a 17-year veteran engineer and paramedic with the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, who passed away last…
Grant Funds Workout Equipment for Shawnee (OH) Firefighters
Employees of the Shawnee Township Fire Department now have access to updated exercise and fitness equipment.
Denver (CO) Rolls Out Lightweight PPE to Reduce Heat Stress, PFAS Exposure
The Denver Fire Department is issuing lightweight gear to its firefighters.
Firefighters Honored in Bolton (CT) for Saving the Life of Not Only a Resident, but One of Their Own
Bolton firefighters, along with the Ambulance Service of Manchester and Tolland Mutual Aid Fire Services, saved two lives in one call—the original victim and a responding firefighter.
We Can’t Believe They Gave Us This Show: Firefighter Syndrome
In episode three of “We Can’t Believe They Gave Us This Show,” the hosts welcome Jadie Miller. They discover her inspiring journey, talk about her groundbreaking research on firefighter syndrome, and look at how it’s reshaping mental and physical health discussions in the fire service.
Senate to Take Up Expanded Social Security Benefits Impacting Firefighters
The Senate is pushing toward a vote on legislation that would expand Social Security benefits for millions of people.
Flint (MI) Firefighters Need New Breathing Devices, Mayor Calls on City Council to Act
Mayor Sheldon Neeley has called on the Flint City Council to approve a spending package for the Flint Fire Department.
Your Parents and Their Money
My mother never imagined my grandmother would live to the age of 100, but she did, and they fought about her finances pretty much until the day she passed.
Holiday Deals Are Here. Don’t Let Debt Follow
A long shopping season can lead to a lot of spending — here’s how to avoid getting too deep into debt.
Oneida (NY) Fire Chief Presents Budget Expenses to Council
Oneida City Fire Chief Scott Jones recently presented his 2025 budget expenses to the Common Council.
Registration Open for 2025 NVFC Training Summit
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) announced that registration is now open for the 2025 NVFC Training Summit, which will take place June 20-21 in Salt Lake City.
Oakland (CA) Firefighters Push Back Against Proposed Station Closures
Oakland firefighters have launched a campaign to oppose the closure of six fire stations, a cost-cutting measure to address the city’s $129 million budget deficit.
DeWitt (NY) Ends Longtime Fire Contract with Village for Area Including Carrier Circle and I-481
Town councilors voted unanimously Wednesday to end its decades-old agreement with East Syracuse for fire protection in a large area of DeWitt that includes Carrier Circle and parts of two major highways.
Milford (NY) FD and EMS Choose Training Provider
Air Methods, an air medical service provider, announced Wednesday that the Milford Fire Department and Emergency Squad has selected Air Methods Ascend’s online EMS Review program to provide continuing education to its first responders, according to a news release from the company.
Winchester (IN) Firefighter Dies After Medical Emergency at House Fire
Winchester Firefighter Rick Sanders died after suffering a medical emergency during a house fire response on Watson Street.