Monday Maydayology

#10 - "MAYDAY at Rookie's First Fire" w/ Marcus Donato

Joining us for this episode is Marcus Donato from the Frederick County MD Fire Department. Marcus shares his story and insights of what it like to be a brand-new fire service rookie, searching for a downed member at his FIRST fire. We talk about what got him into the fire service, his experience in the academy, and the events leading up to the incident. We also discuss what happened, and what he believes are lesson for of us to learn, probies and seasoned vets alike. This episode is dedicated to the memory and family of Captain/Battalion Chief Josh Laird. It is released on the 4-year anniversary of his LODD. Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this podcast. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @hastyrescuestrap , and on Facebook as Hasty Fire Products. Visit ⁠www.hastyfireproducts.comto purchase a Hasty Rescue Strap or merch! ⁠https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠ [https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠] for all of my links.

#9. TJ Prieur - "Faith Over Fear"

⁠ TJ Prieur joins us today to talk about his experiences as a RIT team member on the incident that resulted in a LODD in Frederick County MD in 2021. TJ tells us his story of how he got here, and how he's learned to manage the trauma, and turn it into something positive for others. Follow TJ on IG @real_elevation_coaching or visit his website www.realelevation.com [http://www.realelevation.com] Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this podcast. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @hastyrescuestrap , and on Facebook as Hasty Fire Products. Visit ⁠www.hastyfireproducts.com [http://www.hastyfireproducts.com] to purchase a Hasty Rescue Strap or merch! ⁠https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠ [https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠] for all of my links.

#8. Brandon Cory - "Expect Fire, Expect Victims, Expect Maydays"

Brandon Cory is a 15-year fire service veteran, currently assigned to Engine 54 in Marquette City Fire Department. Cory is RIT Under Fire certified, authored a chapter in the book "30 Fire You Must Know", is VP of Great Lakes HOT, and is a member of the Marquette County RIT team. He joins us today to tell the story of the rescue efforts and lessons learned from the fire on March 13, 2020 that claimed the life of Captain Ben Lauren. Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this podcast. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @hastyrescuestrap , and on Facebook as Hasty Fire Products. Visit ⁠www.hastyfireproducts.com [http://www.hastyfireproducts.com]⁠ to purchase a Hasty Rescue Strap or merch! ⁠https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠ [https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠] for all of my links.

#7. Jared Kirchner - MAYDAY Fall into Basement

Jared Kirchner joins us on today's episode to discuss the events and lessons learned from the MAYDAY event he experienced on July 5th, 2024. Jared was operating as part of a search crew on the 1st floor of a house fire when he fell into the basement. Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this podcast. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @hastyrescuestrap , and on Facebook as Hasty Fire Products. Visit ⁠www.hastyfireproducts.com [http://www.hastyfireproducts.com]⁠ to purchase a Hasty Rescue Strap or merch! ⁠https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠ [https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts⁠] for all of my links

#6. Metro Dade RIT - Competitive RIT Team

We've got a little bit of a different perspective on the RIT world in this episode. Two members of the Metro Dade RIT Team join us to talk about the world of RIT competitions. We'll learn the differences between the comps and real life, and how they apply the training to the real world. Follow the team on Instagram @metrodaderit_ Don't forget to follow, rate, and share this podcast. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @hastyrescuestrap , and on Facebook as Hasty Fire Products. Visit www.hastyfireproducts.com [http://www.hastyfireproducts.com] to purchase a Hasty Rescue Strap or merch! https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts [https://campsite.bio/hastyfireproducts] for all of my links