Best Iaff Podcasts (2024)

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HRA VEBA Roundtable Discussion 52:38

1M ago52:38

52:38

PFFA's VEBA client consultant Christopher Carnahan, Secretary Treasurer Jacob Domeyer, and District Representative Brent Cavanias sit down with Kyle to talk about our VEBA plan. This is an informational discussion on how the plan works and what benefits VEBA offers to our membership. Enjoy.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Mark Tilden 3:18:53

2M ago3:18:53

3:18:53

The Senior Fire Fighter Podcast from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of Portland Fire & Rescue's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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OSFFC Overview And Legislative Update 54:45

2M ago54:45

54:45

Oregon State Fire Fighters Council President Karl Koenig and Legislative Director Alan Ferschweiler start the discussion with a 10,000 foot view of the OSFFC and then go into more details on the latest legislative sessions. The second part is where they talk about some of the recent wins for PERS members. Enjoy.…

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What the Hell is Going on with Our Healthcare 1:03:44

2M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

PFFA's LMBC members Isaac McLennan and Rob Hutchens sit down with Kyle to talk about the current chaos surrounding our health insurance and some changes to open enrollment.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Audrey Tollefson 1:48:47

3M ago1:48:47

1:48:47

The Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of Portland Fire & Rescue's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Eli Armstrong 2:30:18

3M ago2:30:18

2:30:18

The Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of Portland Fire & Rescue's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Aimee Rooney 2:52:20

4M ago2:52:20

2:52:20

The Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of PF&R's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Matt Coffey 2:30:16

4M ago2:30:16

2:30:16

The next installment of the Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of PF&R's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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Episode 22 - Get ready for the 2024 MPFFU Convention 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

In this episode. we welcome back President Matt Sahr and Secretary-Treasurer Terry Chesney. Matt and Terry are here to discuss the 2024 MPFFU Convention which is set to take place from April 29 through May 1, 2024, at the Park Place Hotel in Traverse City. Members interested in attending should contact their local executive board for more details. …

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Dusty Miller 3:27:37

5M ago3:27:37

3:27:37

PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Dusty Miller by PFFA PodBy PFFA Pod

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Focusing on Focus Groups, Feedback, and One on One Digital Field Campaigns 18:43

5M ago18:43

18:43

In this episode, Braden and Joe discuss the value of focus groups and the insights they provide for political campaigns. They emphasize the role of public safety campaigns in motivating voters and the importance of being a third-party validator. They also highlight the ineffectiveness of mailers and the power of digital block walking in engaging vo…

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Exit Interview with Travis Chipman 1:10:46

5M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

A discussion with Travis Chipman acknowledging his 9 years of service as Secretary/Treasurer of our Union. Travis and office manager Nicole Jacobson sit down with Kyle to talk about his time on the executive board, and what is next. This also serves as an opportunity for me to thank Travis for his dedication to Local 43.…

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The Boys Are Back for 2024 19:11

5M ago19:11

19:11

In this episode of the Cartographers Conversations, Braden Frame and Joe Cameron discuss their recent campaigns in 2023 and the success they achieved. They highlight the importance of connected television in political advertising and compare its cost to traditional television. They also discuss the targeting capabilities of connected television and…

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Anthony Braxton 2:09:39

5M ago2:09:39

2:09:39

The next installment of the Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of PF&R's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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Episode 21 - 2023 Review & 2024 Outlook 53:01

5M ago53:01

53:01

In this episode, key leaders of the MPFFU break down the MPFFU’s 2023 accomplishments, as well as what MPFFU members can look forward to in 2024. This episode is packed with insights that break down the MPFFU’s achievements in 2023 and what members can look forward to in 2024. This episode features the following topics and MPFFU representatives: 02…

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Jason Kelly 2:39:02

5M ago2:39:02

2:39:02

The fourth installment of the Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of PF&R's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Michael Sheridan 1:52:08

6M ago1:52:08

1:52:08

The third installment of the Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews discuss the life and career of some of PF&R's high performing, dedicated members. In this episode Josef talks with Mike about his time at FDNY, September 11th, and his journey to Portland.…

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Jasen Stensgaard 2:35:18

6M ago2:35:18

2:35:18

The second installment of the Senior Fire Fighter Podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews dive into the life and careers of some of Portland Fire's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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PFFA Senior Fire Fighter Podcast featuring Chris Fukai 1:33:48

6M ago1:33:48

1:33:48

The first in a new series of podcasts from PFFA, hosted by Josef Kuehnast. These long form interviews dive into the life and careers of some of Portland Fire's high performing, dedicated members.By PFFA Pod

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Interview with PJ Goldfeder, Yonkers (NY) Fire Officers Association President and NEP Services Customer Success Manager 49:39

7M ago49:39

49:39

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with PJ Goldfeder, a more than 23 year Yonkers (NY) Fire Department veteran and Assistant Chief. PJ also serves as the Yonkers Uniformed Fire Officers Association (UFOA) President and a Customer Success Manager for NEP Services. Jim and PJ discuss the Yonkers UFOA's recent communication strategies during the 2023 electi…

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Interview with Dave Gillotte, LA County Fire Captain and President of IAFF Local 1014 42:02

8M ago42:02

42:02

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with Dave Gillotte, a more than 35 year fire service veteran currently serving as a Captain in the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Dave has been on the board of LA County Firefighters IAFF Local 1014 for 26 years, including serving as President of the more than 3,400-member union for the last 22 years. Dave also ser…

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NEP "On Location" with Dave Gillotte, LA County Fire Captain and President of IAFF Local 1014 42:02

8M ago42:02

42:02

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski talks with Dave Gillotte, a more than 35 year fire service veteran currently serving as a Captain in the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Dave has been on the board of LA County Firefighters IAFF Local 1014 for 26 years, including serving as President of the more than 3,400-member union for the la…

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NEP "On Location" with Dr. Kerry Ramella, LPC, Ph.D., Owner and Clinical Director of Public Safety Crisis Solutions, a Phoenix, AZ based Counseling and Wellness Center 27:57

8M ago27:57

27:57

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski talks with Dr. Kerry Ramella, LPC, Ph.D., owner and clinical director of Public Safety Crisis Solutions, a Phoenix, AZ based counseling and wellness center. Dr. Ramella is former radio dispatcher and 911 operator and has more than 35 years of public safety and clinical mental health experience and wo…

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Interview with Dr. Kerry Ramella, LPC, Ph.D., Owner and Clinical Director of Public Safety Crisis Solutions, a Phoenix, AZ based Counseling and Wellness Center 27:57

9M ago27:57

27:57

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with Dr. Kerry Ramella, LPC, Ph.D., Owner and Clinical director of Public Safety Crisis Solutions, a Phoenix, AZ based counseling and wellness center. Dr. Ramella is former radio dispatcher and 911 operator and has more than 35 years of public safety and clinical mental health experience and works with numerous public s…

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Interview with Matty Fiorenza from Recovery First First Responder Treatment Centers and Retired Anaheim (CA) Firefighter / Paramedic 26:43

9M ago26:43

26:43

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with Matty Fiorenza, a retired Anaheim (CA) Firefighter / Paramedic who now works with Recovery First First Responders Treatment Centers, helping first responders struggling with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Matty is also featured in the documentary film PTSD911 which explores the struggle of first respo…

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NEP "On Location" with Matty Fiorenza from Recovery First First Responder Treatment Centers and Retired Anaheim (CA) Firefighter / Paramedic 26:43

9M ago26:43

26:43

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski talks with Matty Fiorenza, a retired Anaheim (CA) Firefighter / Paramedic who now works with Recovery First First Responders Treatment Centers, helping first responders struggling with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Matty is also featured in the documentary film PTSD911 which explores t…

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IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial 2023 38:53

10M ago38:53

38:53

VP Terry Foster, FF Tom Houston and FF Marcus Donaldson talk about their experience in Colorado Springs at the Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial weekend. Video of the service can be viewed at link below.https://www.iaff.org/fffm23/By PFFA Pod

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New Documentary Tells the Story of Roseville (CA) Firefighters 3:48

10M ago3:48

3:48

When Roseville Firefighters IAFF Local 1592 suffered the loss of two retired firefighters recently, the association’s leaders realized that they also had lost two careers worth of history, stories, and firefighting acumen that comes from decades of experience responding to emergencies on a fire truck. The union needed a way to preserve the memories…

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Interview with Michele Freeman, PhD, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Nevada and Retired Chief of the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety 29:22

10M ago29:22

29:22

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with Michele Freeman, PhD, a nearly 30 year law enforcement veteran who served for almost a decade as Chief of the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety. Dr. Freeman earned her Doctor of Public Policy Degree, which focused on Suicide Awareness and Prevention for Law Enforcement Officers from UNLV and has been a …

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NEP "On Location" with Michele Freeman, PhD, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Nevada and Retired Chief of the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety 29:22

10M ago29:22

29:22

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski talks with Michele Freeman, PhD, a nearly 30 year law enforcement veteran who served for almost a decade as Chief of the City of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety. Dr. Freeman earned her Doctor of Public Policy Degree, which focused on Suicide Awareness and Prevention for Law Enforcement Officers…

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Episode 20 - KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! 24:39

10M ago24:39

24:39

MPFFU Podcast - Episode 20 – KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! In this episode, we welcome Ken Barnes and Sara Cottington-Heath. Ken is a Captain with the Delta Twp FD - Local 2846. In addition, Ken is the MPFFU Western Trustee, as well as the co-chair of the MPFFU Education Committee. Sara is a Lieutenant with the City of Saginaw – Local 102, as well as a member …

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Episode 19 - The importance of adequate staffing 25:53

10M ago25:53

25:53

In this episode, we welcome Jeff Lentz and Adam Ferrell. Jeff Lentz is a Battalion Chief with Dearborn FD Local 412, as well as their local president. Adam Ferrell is a lieutenant with the Dearborn FD, the Secretary for Local 412, as well as a member of the MPFFU Political Education Committee. Jeff and Adam are here to discuss the importance of ade…

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Episode 18 - A sit down with Ed Kelly - IAFF General President 24:40

11M ago24:40

24:40

In this episode, we welcome Ed Kelly, the General President of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). Ed “Edzo” Kelly has been a Boston Firefighter, or Jake, for over 25 years. As the General President, Ed and his team play a crucial role in shaping the future of the fire service, advocating for the well-being of firefighters, and l…

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Interview with Mynda Ohs, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and Author 25:09

11M ago25:09

25:09

NEP Media's Jim Aleski talks with Mynda Ohs, PhD, a Las Vegas based Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who specializes in critical incident debriefings, counseling services, crisis intervention, suicide prevention and more. She works extensively with retired emergency services personnel, a rapidly growing and often under served and under s…

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NEP "On Location" with Mynda Ohs, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and Author 25:09

11M ago25:09

25:09

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski talks with Mynda Ohs, PhD, a Las Vegas based licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who specializes in critical incident debriefings, counseling services, crisis intervention, suicide prevention and more. She works extensively with retired emergency services personnel, a rapidly growing and of…

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Contract Ratification Discussion 1:16:26

11M ago1:16:26

1:16:26

Isaac McLennan, Travis Chipman and Kyle MacLowry go over the new PFFA contract. This is one of our longer recordings, we hope you find some of the information useful or interesting.By PFFA Pod

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Episode 17 - Grievances 101 16:17

11M ago16:17

16:17

In this episode, we introduce you to Kevin Caldwell. Kevin is a firefighter paramedic with the Westland FD - Local 1279, as well as a member of the MPFFU Education Committee. Kevin is here to talk about contract grievances. For context, a grievance is 'an allegation or complaint by a member or members of a Union that there has been a violation, mis…

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Multi-Faceted Approach Helps Bring Fire-Based EMS Service to Sonoma County, CA 3:36

11M ago3:36

3:36

Too often, the private ambulance company contracted to respond to medical emergencies throughout the county would put their bottom line above service, closing ambulances and leaving residents without the care they deserve when they need it the most. As wait times for ambulances grew, the Professional Fire Fighters of Sonoma County IAFF Local 1401 s…

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Interview with Jake Windell, Los Angeles County Fire Peer Support Lead and K-9 Coordinator 37:32

11M ago37:32

37:32

NEP Media's Jim Aleski sits down with Jake Windell, a Firefighter/Paramedic from the Los Angeles County Fire Department who serves as his agency's Peer Support Leader and K-9 Coordinator. Jake talks about the peer support and mental health initiatives in place for LA County Fire Department members including a therapy dog program. For more informati…

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NEP "On Location" with Jake Windell, LA County Fire Peer Support Lead & K-9 Coordinator 37:32

11M ago37:32

37:32

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski sits down with Jake Windell, a Firefighter/Paramedic from the Los Angeles County Fire Department who serves as his agency's Peer Support Leader and K-9 Coordinator. Jake talks about the peer support and mental health initiatives in place for LA County Fire Department members including a therapy dog p…

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Tips for Supporting Our Brothers and Sisters with Cancer 4:25

12M ago4:25

4:25

When one of our brothers or sisters is diagnosed with cancer, we are all profoundly affected. It is important to remember, however, that individuals will respond to their diagnosis in their own unique way. Some people may keep their diagnosis private and some may not want to talk about their diagnosis at all.…

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Ithaca, NY Police Officer Exam Application Deadline Extended to August 7th 3:12

12M ago3:12

3:12

With 15 vacancies, and several more retirements anticipated in the coming months, the labor union representing Ithaca, New York's law enforcement professionals wants all aspiring police officers to know that there is still time to apply for the upcoming Ithaca Police Officer entrance exam. The deadline to apply has been extended to August 7th, 2023…

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Episode 16 - Contracts 101 26:34

12M ago26:34

26:34

In this episode, we welcome back Mickey Wiewiura and introduce you to Matt Czarnecki. Mickey retired as a captain from the Dearborn Heights FD Local 1355 and is currently the MPFFU Eastern Trustee, as well as the Union Education Committee Chair. Matt Czarnecki is a sergeant with the Harrison Twp. FD Local 1737 and is currently a member of the MPFFU…

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Interview with Dr. Heather Williams, Psychologist with Premier First Responder Psychological Services 23:54

12M ago23:54

23:54

NEP Media's Jim Aleski sits down with Dr. Heather Williams, a Psychologist from Southern California's Premier First Responder Psychological Services, at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Dr. Williams discusses her decades of experience working as and alongside first responders. Dr. Williams' journe…

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NEP "On Location" with Dr. Heather Williams, Psychologist with Premier First Responder Psychological Services 23:54

12M ago23:54

23:54

In this episode of NEP "On Location", Jim Aleski sat down with Dr. Heather Williams, a Psychologist from Southern California's Premier First Responder Psychological Services, at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Dr. Williams discusses her decades of experience working as and alongside first respond…

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Interview with Patrick Dugan from College Station (TX) Professional Firefighters Association 15:01

12M ago15:01

15:01

NEP Media's Jim Aleski spoke with Patrick Dugan from the College Station Professional Firefighters Association at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Patrick discusses some steps his union and fire department have taken to get mental health support programs off the ground. He also talks about how con…

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NEP "On Location" with Patrick Dugan from College Station (TX) Professional Firefighters Association 15:01

12M ago15:01

15:01

NEP Media's Jim Aleski spoke with Patrick Dugan from the College Station Professional Firefighters Association at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Patrick discusses some steps his union and fire department have taken to get mental health support programs off the ground. He also talks about how con…

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Interview with Libby Timmons, First Responder Therapist and Addiction Counselor 22:57

12M ago22:57

22:57

NEP Media's Jim Aleski caught up with Libby Timmons from Tuscon, AZ's Thrive With Chaos at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Libby discusses her years of experience working as an addiction counselor and therapist for first responders.By Jim Aleski

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NEP "On Location" with First Responder Therapist and Addiction Counselor Libby Timmons 22:57

12M ago22:57

22:57

NEP Media's Jim Aleski caught up with Libby Timmons from Tuscon, AZ's Thrive With Chaos at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Libby discusses her years of experience working as an addiction counselor and therapist for first responders.By Jim Aleski

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Interview with Dr. Brooke Bartlett of Center for Trauma, Anxiety, and Stress 24:38

1y ago24:38

24:38

NEP Media's Jim Aleski speaks with Dr. Brooke Bartlett from San Diego's Center for Trauma, Anxiety, and Stress at the 2023 NEP "We Need to Talk" mental and behavioral health conference in Las Vegas. Dr. Bartlett discusses her years of experience working with military and emergency services personnel and their families and the goal of making mental …

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