<p>I sit down with my good friend and fellow Capitol Fire Training instructor (ret) FDNY Capt. Tony Tricarico. We discuss training, keeping your guys engauged, leading by example and protecting your shift from upper management.</p>

I sit down with my good friend and fellow Capitol Fire Training instructor (ret) FDNY Capt. Tony Tricarico. We discuss training, keeping your guys engauged, leading by example and protecting your shift from upper management.

The difference between an amature and a professional is hard work and  training

"Because leadership isn't optional—it's the job. Whether you're stepping into your first officer role or you've been leading crews for years, this podcast is here to sharpen your edge. My guests and I dive into the real challenges of leading in the fire service—no ego, no fluff—just straight talk, hard lessons, and solid tools to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and grit."

Lead From the Front. Own the Fireground.

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"Because leadership isn't optional—it's the job. Whether you're stepping into your first officer role or you've been leading crews for years, this podcast is here to sharpen your edge. My guests and I dive into the real challenges of leading in the fire service—no ego, no fluff—just straight talk, hard lessons, and solid tools to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and grit." Lead From the Front. Own the Fireground.

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