Today, I'm joined by James gearing. James is an author, a former firefighter of 14 years, a former stunt man, a husband, and a father, and the founder and host of the behind the shield podcast. He is someone I value as a mentor of sorts in this podcast world. 

Recently I was in Florida for a vacation and not only did James agree to record with me, but he opened his house What follows is our free flow conversation on a few key topics in the fire service today.