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Jeremy sits down with Danny Arroyo, Battalion Chief of Training with the Perth Amboy Fire Department, for a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation about leadership, training culture, and the evolution of the modern fire service.
Danny shares his journey into the fire service, shaped by growing up in a tight-knit urban community and the impact of September 11th, which ultimately set him on a path from dispatcher and EMT to paramedic, firefighter, and now training chief. With over two decades of service, Danny offers a grounded perspective on what it means to serve the same community you were raised in—and the responsibility that comes with it.
The discussion dives deep into practical, effective training: why structure matters, how buy-in from leadership and firefighters is essential, and why training should build confidence—not exhaust or endanger firefighters. Danny outlines his philosophy on transparency, long-term planning, and empowering company officers and instructors to take ownership of training at every level.
We also explore leadership beyond the fireground—how ego, communication style, and environment shape firefighter behavior. Danny speaks candidly about generational differences, the importance of explaining the “why,” and how creating a culture where people feel safe to speak up can directly translate to safer, more effective operations.
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Jeremy sits down with Danny Arroyo, Battalion Chief of Training with the Perth Amboy Fire Department, for a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation about leadership, training culture, and the evolution of the modern fire service.
Danny shares his journey into the fire service, shaped by growing up in a tight-knit urban community and the impact of September 11th, which ultimately set him on a path from dispatcher and EMT to paramedic, firefighter, and now training chief. With over two decades of service, Danny offers a grounded perspective on what it means to serve the same community you were raised in—and the responsibility that comes with it.
The discussion dives deep into practical, effective training: why structure matters, how buy-in from leadership and firefighters is essential, and why training should build confidence—not exhaust or endanger firefighters. Danny outlines his philosophy on transparency, long-term planning, and empowering company officers and instructors to take ownership of training at every level.
We also explore leadership beyond the fireground—how ego, communication style, and environment shape firefighter behavior. Danny speaks candidly about generational differences, the importance of explaining the “why,” and how creating a culture where people feel safe to speak up can directly translate to safer, more effective operations.

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