FMBA Nation

In this episode we talk with Dr. Arash Kasebi from NC State University about a critical safety issue affecting firefighters nationwide - the potential link between newer firefighting hood designs and an increase in burn injuries. NC State University has partnered with the NJ FMBA on this study and they have had some remarkable discoveries that all firefighters need to hear. I hope you enjoy this episode and gain insight into the technology and science behind thermal protection. 

In this episode we talk with Jacob Davidson with Will for Heroes about the services they offer to members of the NJ FMBA. They offer  free, comprehensive basic estate planning, which typically includes:Last Will and Testament, Durable Financial Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Living Wills. I hope you enjoy this episode and that you take advantage of this free partnership. 

In this episode, FMBA Nation host Bill Brower, talks with Rosie and Amy from Alliance Orthopedics about how Alliance is changing the game on orthopedic care and patient experience. 

In this episode, Education and Training Chairman, BC Danny Arroyo (Perth Amboy FD), talks with BC Pat Wirkus (Elizabeth FD), Capt. Ryan Dullea (Westfield FD), and Lt. Rob Policht (Passaic FD) about the upcoming classes they will be teaching at the 2026 NJ FMBA Educational Convention in February. 

In this episode, FMBA Nation host, Bill Brower talks with Greg Weber from Epic Global Solutions and Linden Fire Department. Greg shares his story of gambling addiction and his current recovery and how he is trying to change the lives of many, one step at a time. 

In this episode, FMBA Nation host, Bill Brower, talks with FMBA Local 228 President Frank Noborine and Vice President Abdur Yasin about vaccine mandates, layoffs, contract negotiations and some other happenings in their Local. If you would like to feature your local on a podcast episode, please email [email protected]. 

FMBA Nation host, Bill Brower, sat down with Dave Russell, owner of Fire and Safety Services, and discusses the supply chain management and procurement issues that the fire service is currently facing. Dave's insight and knowledge is very valuable to any department that is currently looking to purchase new fire apparatus. 

In this episode, FMBA Nation host Bill Brower speaks with PFRSNJ Trustee, Matt Lubin, about the DCRP - Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, and how it affects the Tier 2 and Tier 3 members of the PFRSNJ. For anyone that has 14 years or less in the PFRSNJ, this is a must listen to episode to educate you on the DCRP enrollment, contribution rates, salary limit, and more. 

In this episode, FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with Donna Buscio and Dr. Garcia about the 20th Anniversary of the Gift From Captain Buscio program. The program has provided so many first responders in NJ with exceptional care and so many lives have been saved as a result of the comprehensive physical exam. All current and retired firefighters, police, and emergency responders, and their officers are invited to participate in the program throughout the State of New Jersey. They will then have opportunity to receive confidential com­prehensive cardiovascular and pulmonary medical evalua­tions.

In this episode, FMBA Nation host Bill Brower talks with the 126th NJ FMBA September Convention keynote speaker Lt. Col. Robert Darling, USMC (Ret.), about his incredible story of adversity and crisis management as he spent 24 hours inside the the POTUS' White House Bunker on 9-11-01. Lt. Col. Darling was the White House Airlift Operations Officer who, during the attack on America on 9/11/01, responded to the underground White House Bunker Complex and stood shoulder to shoulder with America’s highest leaders as they made unprecedented crisis leadership decisions on behalf of all Americans.