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In this episode, we sit down with Joe McElroy—head of the Recruit Program at the Connecticut Fire Academy and former Torrington firefighter. Joe shares what it takes to build the next generation of firefighters, the standards and mindset he expects from recruits, and how his time on the job shaped the way he now trains future members of the fire service. A powerful conversation about discipline, leadership, and setting the tone from day one.
By Matt Cohen / Kris PalmerIn this episode, we sit down with Joe McElroy—head of the Recruit Program at the Connecticut Fire Academy and former Torrington firefighter. Joe shares what it takes to build the next generation of firefighters, the standards and mindset he expects from recruits, and how his time on the job shaped the way he now trains future members of the fire service. A powerful conversation about discipline, leadership, and setting the tone from day one.