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In this powerful Veterans Day episode, Brian, Doug, and Freddy honor the veterans who serve both our country and our firehouses. From shoutouts to community heroes like The Salty Paramedic to emotional reflections on fallen brothers, this one hits deep.
NEW MERCH STORE:
https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home
🚒 Topics Covered:
🇺🇸 Why Veterans Thrive in the Fire Service
The guys dive into how military experience—discipline, work ethic, service mindset—translates into being a top-tier firefighter.
🔁 Lateral Transfers vs. Green Recruits
Freddy shares a personal story about transitioning departments and the personality conflicts that followed. The crew weighs the pros and cons of bringing in seasoned laterals vs. molding fresh rookies.
💬 Trust, Tone & Timing
What does it really mean to build trust? Brian unpacks Stephen Covey’s “Speed of Trust” and the importance of how we communicate in the firehouse.
🧂 Merch Drop!
The Cool Fireman Podcast officially launches its new merch store with stickers, mugs, hoodies, and more!
🛒 Merch: https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home
🎁 Use code TCFP for 15% OFF through November!
💬 Snail Mail & Appetizer Draft Results
Listener comments pour in for the Fantasy Football Appetizer Snake Draft. Deviled eggs drama. Boneless wings betrayal. Who won the snack war? (Still up for debate...)
🕊️ Moment of Silence
A heartfelt tribute to veterans and a somber farewell to a fallen firefighter from Doug's department.
📢 Call to Action:
Drop a comment telling us how many veterans serve in your department—and give them a shoutout!
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.
By Matt, Brian, Adam, and Doug4.4
2525 ratings
In this powerful Veterans Day episode, Brian, Doug, and Freddy honor the veterans who serve both our country and our firehouses. From shoutouts to community heroes like The Salty Paramedic to emotional reflections on fallen brothers, this one hits deep.
NEW MERCH STORE:
https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home
🚒 Topics Covered:
🇺🇸 Why Veterans Thrive in the Fire Service
The guys dive into how military experience—discipline, work ethic, service mindset—translates into being a top-tier firefighter.
🔁 Lateral Transfers vs. Green Recruits
Freddy shares a personal story about transitioning departments and the personality conflicts that followed. The crew weighs the pros and cons of bringing in seasoned laterals vs. molding fresh rookies.
💬 Trust, Tone & Timing
What does it really mean to build trust? Brian unpacks Stephen Covey’s “Speed of Trust” and the importance of how we communicate in the firehouse.
🧂 Merch Drop!
The Cool Fireman Podcast officially launches its new merch store with stickers, mugs, hoodies, and more!
🛒 Merch: https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home
🎁 Use code TCFP for 15% OFF through November!
💬 Snail Mail & Appetizer Draft Results
Listener comments pour in for the Fantasy Football Appetizer Snake Draft. Deviled eggs drama. Boneless wings betrayal. Who won the snack war? (Still up for debate...)
🕊️ Moment of Silence
A heartfelt tribute to veterans and a somber farewell to a fallen firefighter from Doug's department.
📢 Call to Action:
Drop a comment telling us how many veterans serve in your department—and give them a shoutout!
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.

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