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In this conversation, the hosts interview two more firefighter paramedics as they come off probation, Ryan Vaughn and Connor Ryan-Fenwick. Ryan talks about his journey from being stabbed as a teenager to joining the Navy and eventually becoming a firefighter. Connor discusses his decision to pursue a career in the fire service and his experience working at Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District before joining Ventura City. The conversation highlights the importance of community and the different paths that lead individuals to the fire service. In this conversation, the firefighters discuss their experiences working in different fire departments. They compare the training programs, hiring practices, and call volumes of Rancho Cucamonga, Ventura, and Cal Fire. They also touch on the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and resilience in the face of challenges.
Hosts: Firefighter Paramedic Jon Ellis and Battalion Chief Jason Kay from the Ventura Fire Foundation
Guests: Firefighter Paramedic Connor Ryan-Fenwick and Firefighter Paramedic Ryan Vaughn of the Ventura City Fire Department
Link: 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb
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The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests of the Fire Family Collective Podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or views of their affiliated fire departments, agencies, employers, the Fire Family Collective, or the Ventura Fire Foundation.
All content shared on this podcast is for informational and personal perspective purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, mental health, legal, or therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Copyright of Ventura Fire Foundation 2026.
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In this conversation, the hosts interview two more firefighter paramedics as they come off probation, Ryan Vaughn and Connor Ryan-Fenwick. Ryan talks about his journey from being stabbed as a teenager to joining the Navy and eventually becoming a firefighter. Connor discusses his decision to pursue a career in the fire service and his experience working at Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District before joining Ventura City. The conversation highlights the importance of community and the different paths that lead individuals to the fire service. In this conversation, the firefighters discuss their experiences working in different fire departments. They compare the training programs, hiring practices, and call volumes of Rancho Cucamonga, Ventura, and Cal Fire. They also touch on the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and resilience in the face of challenges.
Hosts: Firefighter Paramedic Jon Ellis and Battalion Chief Jason Kay from the Ventura Fire Foundation
Guests: Firefighter Paramedic Connor Ryan-Fenwick and Firefighter Paramedic Ryan Vaughn of the Ventura City Fire Department
Link: 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb
Connect with Ventura Fire Foundation on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Support the show
JOIN US! 👉 https://www.firefamilycollective.org/collective
Support our Mission. 👉 https://bit.ly/Donate2FFC
Connect with us on Instagram. 👉 https://www.instagram.com/firefamilycollective/
Listen on the go:
Apple podcasts: https://apple.co/4kvLKwb
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/45IIRDl
Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrNC3faooGcHBr1dHm_FVYBsPQ7XAtBtd
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The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests of the Fire Family Collective Podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or views of their affiliated fire departments, agencies, employers, the Fire Family Collective, or the Ventura Fire Foundation.
All content shared on this podcast is for informational and personal perspective purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, mental health, legal, or therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Copyright of Ventura Fire Foundation 2026.