EmergencyFD Storyline

This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline is called "COVID On The Frontlines." This episode is a Storyline EXTRA and focuses on the COVID-19 experiences of Memphis Firefighter Thomas Mann Jr..  He acquired COVID-19 on the job but not from a treating a patient.  Executive Producer, Tom Mann, talks with his son (the firefighter/Advanced EMT) as he describes what it is like to have COVID-19.  Executive Producer Tom Mann continues  the discussion with Memphis Fire Division Chief of Safety and Wellness Robbie Franks.  Chief Franks discusses how the Memphis Fire Department meets the challenges of COVID-19 and how the Fire Department continues to evolve a proactive plan to keep employees healthy and safe.  Both guests share some concrete facts about the spread of COVID-19 and PPE. Great listening for first responders and for anyone who wants to know about COVID-19!

Storylines guests include:   
Thomas Mann Jr.- Firefighter/Advanced EMT with City of Memphis
Robbie Franks- Division Chief of Safety and Wellness with the City of Memphis


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This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline is called "The Memories That Don't Go Away." This episode focuses on the memories and experiences of Memphis Fire Inspector, Todd Conklin.  Executive Producer, Tom Mann, talks with Todd Conklin as he shares his experiences and memories as a rookie firefighter fighting one horrific tragic motor vehicle fire.  This podcast deals with the issue of post traumatic stress from incidences encountered by first responders.

Storylines guests include:   
Todd Conklin- City of Memphis Fire Inspector

The story of the incident is featured on video and is available on emergencyfd.com or via this link:  https://youtu.be/4CY1AyJ2oFw

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This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline is "Being A First". Our Storyline is the first woman to hold the position of Director for the City of Memphis.  Executive Producer Tom Mann talks with Memphis Fire Director Gina Sweat and discusses her career in the fire service.  This is part two of two episodes featuring Gina Sweat.

This episode features two promo segments of upcoming interviews with former Memphis Fire Director Charlie Smith and Memphis Fire Inspector Todd Conklin.

Storylines guests include:   
Director Gina Sweat- Director of the Fire Services for the City of Memphis, Tennessee 


Gina's Story "Being a First" on video told by Tom Mann:
https://youtu.be/x2MP44N9rYQ


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This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline is "Being A First".  Our Storyline is the first woman to hold the position of Director for the City of Memphis.  Executive Producer Tom Mann talks with Memphis Fire Director Gina Sweat and discusses her career in the fire service.  This is part one of two episodes featuring Gina Sweat.

Storylines guests include:   
Director Gina Sweat- Director of the Fire Services for the City of Memphis, Tennessee 

Gina's Story on video told by Tom Mann:
https://youtu.be/x2MP44N9rYQ

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https://allclearfoundation.org


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This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline continues to discuss the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis for the fire service and includes a classic firefighter's story from his experiences.   Storylines guests include:   

Gary Ludwig- President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs and Fire Chief at Champaign Fire Department, Champaign, Illinois

Jim Cunningham- Retired Lieutenant  Engine 7, Memphis Fire Department, Memphis, Tennessee
(1994 classic recording by Tom Mann)


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This edition of EmergencyFD Storyline highlights the challenges of the COVID 19 crisis for the 911 system and fire services.   Storylines guests include:   

Raymond Choizza- Executive Director of the Shelby County, Tennessee. Emergency Communications District

David Moore- Senior Station Officer for Country Fire Authority in Victoria, Australia

Bobby Wiliams- Firefighter/Engineer/Training Officer for Metropolis, Illinois and Field Staff           Instructor for Illinois Fire Service Institute


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