In this episode I have a conversation with Shea as we discuss the his FDIC course Smart Instructors + Smart Technology. We discuss some of his favorite technology tools, and the future of fire service education. In this episode I have a conversation with Shea as we discuss the his FDIC course Smart Instructors + […]

In this episode we discuss a brief overview of cloud storage and what it has evolved to today. I cover several cloud storage options as well as the benefits of each. The ability to sync data across multiple platforms will provide great flexibility for any training office. Today’s cloud storage applications allow for amazing levels […]

In this episode of the Modern Fire Instructor Podcast, I discuss a 4 step method that you can use to consistently create amazing training sessions that are sure to meet the needs of your department. The system will take you though the entire process I use to evaluate our needs, and plan a high […]

1. “Show n Tell” Create a jar that contains several items from apparatus at you’re station.  This jar will be used multiple times throughout the year, so make sure you place several pieces of equipment in the jar.  To complete the activity, the contestant pulls a slip from the jar and has 3 minutes to […]

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Interview with Ryan Pennington   Many firefighters have a message they are passionate about, but don’t know where to start with getting that message heard.  In today’s episode of the Modern Fire Instructor Podcast, I discuss this issues with Ryan Pennington.  Ryan is a nationally known speaker, and an authority on fighting fires in homes with hoarding […]