Jeff Seal, the Sales Manager for Spartan Motors, joins Jeremy for some conversation during the Fire Truck Training Conference in Lansing, MI.

FTTC Interview with Jeff Seal, Spartan Fire Chassis

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Battalion Chief Tony Bratcher has doubled down on the fire service.  His dedication and passion to his job shows through his understanding of paying it forward.  He works hard to empower the people around him and he knows that in order to leave a legacy behind, it requires hard work and the next generation.  Not only does he believe in educating those around him, he recognizes the importance of letting your people work while promoting a positive, family focused atmosphere in and out of the firehouse.  Tony is a member of the Kitchen Table Podcast, KTP, and works hard at spreading the good word about the fire service.  His commitment is steadfast while continuing to be a student of the craft he loves.

330.  Just Like CNN, Always On and Never Shuts Up - Tony Bratcher

Jeremy sits down with some members of the Lower Township Fire District #2, Town Bank, NJ to discuss their 2022 Tower Ladder build from Fire and Safety Services, NJ.  This new Pierce apparatus is the May featured truck in the 2024 Calendar project.  A big part of understanding the apparatus builds is understanding the department and how they operate.  So many factors go into the design and operations of a new apparatus.  Looking at the final build is always easier to understand when you know why they built what they did.  This conversation talks about the department, their membership, history and legacy as well as the future of the department.  
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Town Bank, NJ - Behind the Department

Jeremy sits down with NFR podcast alum Kamron Gangbin and his two west coast Brothers, Jack Ayers and Joey Schuller.  Backstage pass, passing the baton and preserving legacy in the fire service are all part of this conversation during FDIC 2024.

329. FDIC with Kamron Gangbin, Jack Ayers and Joey Schuller

The Size Up Episode 67. FDIC by Jeremy Donch and Robert Ridley

The Size Up Episode 67. FDIC

Today Mickey discusses the purpose and role of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) or Fast Truck in firefighting. It traces the history of RITs and highlights the importance of understanding their main objective. The conversation emphasizes the need for RIT members to be proactive and engaged on the fire ground, rather than just standing by. Be passionate and knowledgeable about the fire service.

FTTC Interview with Jeff Seal, Spartan Fire Chassis

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