Managing a Fire Company

Episode 21

Episode 21 of the Managing a Fire Company podcast is here! In this episode, MFC Operations Manager Kyle Trumbly and MFC author John Brunacini give an update on all things MFC by providing a great overview of the training and certification program.

Episode 20

Episode 20 of the Managing a Fire Company podcast is here! And this one is a MUST to listen to. In this episode, Kyle Trumbly hosts author John Brunacini, author Tim Dietz, and validation committee member Trevor Stokes.  The team uncovers some of the major sources of stress for firefighters. Understanding our stressors is a step toward enhancing firefighter mental wellness and a step toward better understanding our crews. This is a concept we have to normalize in our field so that we can lead and take care of our people.

Episode 19

The 19th episode of the Managing a Fire Company podcast is here with new voices! In this episode, Kyle Trumbly hosts author John Brunacini, author Tim Dietz, and validation committee member Trevor Stokes. The team discusses the theme of Chapter 14 of MFC: customer service. The better a Company Officer takes care of their crew, the better the crew will take care of its customers!

Episode 18

The 18th episode of the Managing a Fire Company podcast is here! In this episode, Kyle Trumbly hosts author John Brunacini and validation committee members Autry Cheatham and Ralph Baena. The team discusses Chapter 13 of MFC on sleep deprivation. We introduce the prospective that sleep deprivation is an element of company culture that must be changed in order to enhance performance and safety.

Episode 17

The 17th episode of the Managing a Fire Company podcast is here! In this episode, Kyle Trumbly hosts author John Brunacini and validation committee members Autry Cheatham and Ralph Baena. Listen in as the team dives into Chapter 12 of MFC on chow. Remember: "An army marches on its stomach."