We're joined by LAFD Drill Tower instructor and CAPS program director, Captain John Marasco. He tells us everything it takes to pass the drill tower at the LAFD training academy. He explains the culture shock and huge adjustment to entering the LAFD from any other job & the physical and mental demands. We talk about how the workforce and hiring pool has changed, & why the Drill Tower can be such a shock to their system. He tells us how this change led to the creation of the Candidate Advancement Program (CAP) which is an amazing opportunity for anyone who wants to join the LAFD. Captain Marasco explains how CAPs was developed, and how much goes into to transforming a prospective candidate into an LAFD firefighter who will pass the Drill Tower. We talk about crossfit, strength, beach muscles, fireground skills, the marines, how to get hired, & a LOT of physical fitness stuff.