Best BJ Horton Podcasts (2024)

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Weekly Scrap #259 - Arthur Ashley, As he sees it 1:23:29

8h ago1:23:29

1:23:29

Joined on this episode by Arthur Ashley, as always, he is never afraid to speak his mind. We talked truck work, truck work and truck work, Time is opportunity, Never forgetting where you came from, How arrogance is killing the fire service, Rank vs. Legacy and so many wonderful topics that the audience threw our way! Hope you enjoy the episode as m…

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Weekly Scrap #258 - Chris Wessels, On Safety, Aggression.& Family 1:20:06

7d ago1:20:06

1:20:06

Joined on this episode by the one and only Chris Wessels. We discuss the difference between a culture of safety and a culture of aggression. The power of mentoring. The epiphanies that impacted his career... and his take on family and the impact of the fire service on it. Of course the questions and comments that the audience brought, as always dro…

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Weekly Scrap #257 - Dave & Pat McGrail, Hose Wagons to Hydrant Valves 1:35:19

14d ago1:35:19

1:35:19

One of the best Scraps of all time!!!! Over 68 years of history to dive into as I am joined by one of my favorite people, Dave McGrail. I have wanted to make it happen for a very long time and it finally happened... we will be joined by his father Pat McGrail for an epic, one-of-a-kind Scrap. From 1955 to 2023 there has been a McGrail working at th…

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Weekly Scrap #256 - Bryan Lloyd on mental toughness and the job. 1:34:30

15d ago1:34:30

1:34:30

Joined on this episode by Mr. Smoklahoma himself! We discuss what the citizen expects when they call 911, and get ready because it is a gut-punch!. Adjusting your mindset towards the job. Mental toughness and the OSD program... and one of my favorite topics, BJJ and the fire service! It promised to be a fun discussion and of course the amazing ques…

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Weekly Scrap #255 - Andrew Pristach, Tradesman and Fabrication 1:28:33

23d ago1:28:33

1:28:33

Joined on this episode by Andrew Pristach and we had a lot of topics to cover! We discuss forcible entry and training realism. Skill acquisition, training theory and stress. Tool design and the challenges and processes involved. Of course that is just what we had planned and does not include the wonderful topics and questions from the audience! Enj…

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Weekly Scrap #254 - Rich Stack, Blitz Attack & Instincts 1:45:15

1M ago1:45:15

1:45:15

Very excited for this episode as I am joined by the always awesome Rich Stack. We discuss leading from the front. Having the moral courage to call a mayday. Family and the fire service, the sacrifices and the struggle. Training your instincts and of course... blitz attack! And as every scrapper knows, that is only what we had planned and does not i…

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Weekly Scrap #253 - Micah Horton, The Undisclosed Agents 1:26:50

1M ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Joined on this episode by the one and only Micah Horton, and it an awesome Scrap! Our topics include: The Anecdotal vs. fact based training. The evolution of technology and tactics. How to broaden your perspective and your departments. Why probationary year is not the year for firefighters to become the best janitors the department ever had... and …

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Weekly Scrap #252 - Bryan LaFleur a passion for mentoring 1:28:54

2M ago1:28:54

1:28:54

Joined on this episode by none other than Bryan LaFleur himself! Highly requested guest and it was a great conversation. We start off by talking about building a truck culture from the ground up. Then we discuss a legacy of mentorship, creating cultures of accountability, the culture of why? How to let your failures drive you and so much more. Of c…

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Weekly Scrap #251 - B.J. Breecher on Training, Fitness and Expectations 1:36:45

2M ago1:36:45

1:36:45

Joined on this episode by the one and only B.J. Breecher, and it was a fun Scrap, he was not afraid to poke some bears! We discuss training versus just checking boxes. Why so many departments just go through the motions. Being fit for duty, and the ramifications. Expectations versus standards. As well as the challenges of working at a combination d…

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Weekly Scrap #250 - Curt Isakson, Faith Family, Fire, Friends and the Future. 2:33:15

2M ago2:33:15

2:33:15

Joined once again by the person I call an absolute force of nature...hurricane Ike.... Curt Isakson! We talk about the challenges of the firefighter life. Training up the most important Probie. In the words of Chief Ike, "I am giving you everything on this one, and i am not holding back. There are going to be some hurt feelings." You know it would …

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Weekly Scrap #249 - Ryan Scellick Stress and Decisions 1:46:03

2M ago1:46:03

1:46:03

Joined this week by the YOOF himself, Ryan Scellick and we discuss all things decision making, specifically in emergent situations and the stress involved. We discussed Coopers Color Code, we discussed Grossman and "On Combat" it was a fun Scrap! And that does not even factor in the wonderful live audience and all that they brought to the discussio…

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Mega Scrap Echo!! With Scott Thompson, Nick Ledin and Sean Duffy 1:46:38

3M ago1:46:38

1:46:38

Sean Duffy, Nick Ledin and Scott Thompson come on to talk about the state of OSHA and the revisit to two in/two out. Here is Nick Ledin " TWO IN/TWO OUT IS TOO SLOW.... FIRE SERVICE, WE NEED YOUR HELP... Currently, OSHA is proposing folding two in/two out, with some changes, into a new safety and health standard. This would make it MORE difficult f…

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Weekly Scrap #248 - Dennis Legear, Fire Stream Design 1:34:41

3M ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Joined on this episode by the exceptional mind that is Dennis Legear. It is hard to name someone who has put in more effort and thought into fire stream development than Dennis. We talk about the three key aspects of fire stream application: Volume, placement and velocity. Handline attack package design, as well as large stream development. Target …

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Weekly Scrap #247 - Michael Dozier, the Company Officer 1:29:01

3M ago1:29:01

1:29:01

Joined on this episode by the Company Officer himself, Michael Dozier! It was a phenomenal episode as we deep dove into leadership at the company level, and discussed his key principles for success. Of course every Scrap is driven by the audience as they ask the most insightful questions and take control of the direction of the conversation. This o…

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Weekly Scrap #246 - Anthony Kastros, Calm the Chaos 1:31:39

3M ago1:31:39

1:31:39

Joined on this episode by the one and only Anthony Kastros to go deep diving into command. We talk about decision making. the levels of command. How to become that calming force in the middle of the chaos. Of course we discussed his new book that was just released and instantly sold out! And as always the audience chimed in and took us in direction…

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Weekly Scrap #245 - Mike Gagliano, Rockin the Fire Service 2:05:41

3M ago2:05:41

2:05:41

Joined by one of my favorite amigos, the one and only Mike Gagliano. We discussed fireground decision making. The art of go and no-go. The pendulum swing that is the fire service, and how to build a culture that rocks at your fire house. Of course the audience contributed and absolutely brought the heat for the show!…

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Weekly Scrap #244 - Scott Thompson, Legacy and Life 1:53:51

4M ago1:53:51

1:53:51

Joined on this episode by one of my biggest mentors, the one and only Scott Thompson. We talk mentorship, being mentored. The discussion will always cover culture and how you can impact your department no matter what level you are at. Of course no matter what me and Scott were planning to talk about... the audience came in and absolutely crushed it…

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Weekly Scrap #243 - Dan Shaw, 25 to Survive and more 1:14:00

4M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Joined on this episode by Dan Shaw and it was an excellent episode! We talked about 25 to Survive and LODD's impact on everyone. Leadership through the ranks and how to have an impact on your organization. Challenges of rising through the ranks, and lessons he has learned throughout the last three decades. Of course the audience took over and drove…

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e136—Per Bylund, Mises Institute Senior Fellow 1:07:58

4M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Mises Institute Senior Fellow Per Bylund joins Aaron to talk about his recent book, How to Think About the Economy: A Primer, as well as the connection between social media and democracy and the economics of AI. TakeHumanAction.com

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Weekly Scrap #242 - Ian Bennett, Live Fire 1:18:43

4M ago1:18:43

1:18:43

Joined on this episode by Ian Bennett and it was an exciting episode, especially if you love the topics of training and live fire. I was able to pick his brain on his training philosophies and the lessons he has learned. Ian is one of the best and it shows in this interview. Of course the audience always sends the best questions that the guest can …

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Weekly Scrap #241 - Mike Greco, bringing brutal honesty 1:03:29

4M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

My guest this week is none other than Mike Greco. He is a very opinionated firefighter and not afraid to share his mind. Our planned topics were truck operations and tactics, as well as how to be a leader in the modern fire service. Of course the best laid plans by the Scrap are always beautifully derailed by the best audience in the world, and the…

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Weekly Scrap #240 - Michael Paschal, Time, Tactics and Experience 1:23:41

4M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

Joined on this episode by Chief Michael Paschal and I am excited for all that we got to discuss. It seems like every class I attend in my home state he is always there. Even with his decades of experience he is still a student of the game. He has forgotten more than I know about fireground strategy and tactics and it was an awesome discussion. Of c…

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Weekly Scrap #239 - Candace Ashby, Solving the Disconnect 1:12:17

5M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

WOW, what an episode! One of the most requested guests for the Scrap... Chief Candace Ashby. We discuss the six most common organizational issues. Leadership from the bottom up. Why the disconnect exists between the men and women on the line and the brass in the office. How to stop the blame cycle and start being effective. How to make an impact an…

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Weekly Scrap #238 - Robert (RJ) James, Capitol Fire Training 1:21:48

5M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Joined on this episode by one of the best in the business, RJ, Robert James. It was a good time as we dove into his mindset and approach to training. Engine work, truck work, FF rescue and survival, concepts and special operations. Of course the best laid plans by me and the guest are always wonderfully derailed by the phenomenal questions from the…

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Weekly Scrap #237 - Paul Capo, When Things Go Bad 1:26:30

5M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Joined on this episode by the one and only Paul Capo. Was an amazing conversation as we talked about firefighter rescue and survival. Truck operations, and instructional methodologies. The Audience took over early and Paul absolutely crushed all of their questions. Enjoy the show!!By Corley Moore

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Weekly Scrap #236 - Dane Yaw, Tradition, Morale, and Training 1:41:07

5M ago1:41:07

1:41:07

Joined on this episode by one of my best friends in life, my confidant and my brother, the one and only Dane Yaw. We discuss how you can manufacture and build pride, ownership and tradition in your department. The challenges that come with it. We talk about his mindset towards training and the impact that culture has on training, especially with ne…

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Weekly Scrap #235 - Preston Lyons, Fit Fire Fortitude 1:16:42

6M ago1:16:42

1:16:42

Joined on this episode by none other than Preston Lyons, and we had a lot we planned to talk about. Starting with filling the gap between Fire Conferences and reality, The 5 non-negotiables for the firehouse, eradicating the age old past time of humiliating the rookie, and gossiping about each other at the kitchen table. Learning to use negative en…

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Weekly Scrap #234 - David Rhodes, Unapologetic Editor in Chief 1:38:26

6M ago1:38:26

1:38:26

Joined on this episode by the artist formerly known as Smoke Daddy! We discuss how busy he has been, and what all is in the works for FDIC, and Fire Engineering. The upcoming publications, and all of the challenges associated with them! Leadership, culture and motivation were on the agenda, and of course all the questions from the audience. It was …

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Weekly Scrap #233 - Jon Eric Johnson, the Why 1:38:34

6M ago1:38:34

1:38:34

The killer line-up of 2024 guests continues this episode with Jon-Eric Johnson, and I had a blast with this conversation. We discuss the four stages of competency. Leading as a young officer, understanding crew identity. And of course as always the direction of the Scrap was ultimately determined by the audience as they tuned in live and threw so m…

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Weekly Scrap #232 - Clyde Gordon, Warriors, Wisdom & Wheelbarrows 1:33:13

6M ago1:33:13

1:33:13

Joined on this episode by the one and only Clyde Gordon. If you don't love this man, it is only because you do not know him. I was excited for this conversation and he completely blew those expectations out of the water. Of course we talked about training, and discuss the lessons he has learned over the years. As always the best laid plans of the S…

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e135—Tom Woods on the COVID madness 43:54

6M ago43:54

43:54

Tom Woods joins Aaron to discuss his new book, Diary of a Psychosis: How Public Health Disgraced Itself During COVID Mania. TakeHumanAction.com

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Weekly Scrap #231 - Robert RJ Wynne, Authenticity and Challenges 1:15:57

6M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Joined on this episode by Robert RJ Wynne and I was excited to say the least. Last year I had the pleasure of a one hour car ride with this man and before it was over I knew he had to do a Scrap. You will not be disappointed with this episode and the story that RJ shares. Get ready for a gut check of reality, and vulnerability. Not to mention the a…

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Weekly Scrap #230 - Craig Haig, the Dynamic Fire Chief 1:26:26

7M ago1:26:26

1:26:26

Joined on this episode by Craig Haigh, with over 30 years of experience as a fire chief and is always ready to share the lessons he has learned. We discuss how to develop leaders inside your organization. We deep dive into recruitment and retention in the modern fire service. Of course the audience brought their questions and they absolutely took o…

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Weekly Scrap #229 - Ben Fleagle: Warrior, Poet, FOOL 1:22:23

7M ago1:22:23

1:22:23

Excited to be joined on this episode by none other than El Presidente of the FOOLS international... Ben Fleagle. Was very excited for this episode and the topics we got to discuss including, the importance of the Fire service to society. The FOOLS international and their role in the fire service. Leadership in all of it's facets. Character and its …

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Weekly Scrap #228 - Gabe Salas, leading up. 1:04:28

7M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Joined on this episode by Gabe Salas, and he did not disappoint! Was an an exciting one as we discussed the power of the senior "man". How to maximize the impact of accountability and lead by example. Of course the audience threw a ton at us, and Gabe crushed each and every answer. Enjoy another great episode!…

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e134—Chris Darnell, vice char of LPTN 50:37

7M ago50:37

50:37

Chris "Bootleg" Darnell (vice chair of LPTN and host of Not a Real Podcast) updates Aaron on how the LP and other activists in Tennessee are fighting for 2A rights, Defend the Guard legislation, and ballot access. TakeHumanAction.com

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Weekly Scrap #227 - Scott Hewlett, Multiple calls and more 1:11:48

7M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Joined on this episode by one of the best in the business, Scott Hewlett host of the Multiple Calls Podcast. We discuss building grit, and the power of vulnerability. Living in a state of readiness and 'fight mode'. Fear of losing the ability to be a warrior. Autopilot vs. observer and so much more! And if you know the Scrap, you know the audience …

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Weekly Scrap #226 - Rob Fisher, Truck Work, Tactics and Fun 2:00:38

7M ago2:00:38

2:00:38

Weekly Scrap #226 - Kicking off 2024 with one of my favorite people on the planet. I call this man any time that I need to bounce an idea or need life advice. He is one of the coolest cats in the fire service and I love him. We dig into some tactics talk, some knuckle-dragger stuff with tools and roof ops. Of course as always we expected the audien…

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Weekly Scrap #225 - Rick Lasky, Pride & Ownership once more 1:44:06

8M ago1:44:06

1:44:06

Joined once again by Chief Rick Lasky. It has been a few years since he has been on the Scrap and it was another amazing, episode with him. We talked about how to build that culture of pride and ownership. Of course when you talk to Chief Lasky you know we are going to get a dose of where we came from, and understanding the "why." And as always the…

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e133—Bob Murphy on the morality and practicality of pacifism 1:21:09

8M ago1:21:09

1:21:09

On a very special Christmas episode of Decentralized Revolution, Bob Murphy (host of The Bob Murphy Show, author of Choice Cooperation, Enterprise, and Human Action) joins Aaron Harris to discuss his views on the morality and practicality of pacifism. TakeHumanAction.com

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Weekly Scrap #224 - John Salka, First in Last out 1:02:39

8M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Joined on this episode by one of the all time greats in the fire service. We have discuss so much, starting with experience and decision making, the critical role of leadership in high stress situations. Adaptability and resiliency... and that of course all went out the window as soon as the audience started asking their great questions. It was a g…

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Weekly Scrap #223 - Jarrod Sergi, More No Nonsense 1:28:51

8M ago1:28:51

1:28:51

Joined on this episode by one of my favorite people, the one and only Jarrod Sergi. We planned to discuss leadership and culture and how much of an impact you can have at your organization. Common pitfalls for leaders and things you should avoid as well as what has and has not worked for Jarrod. This of course was just the plan, but if you know the…

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Weekly Scrap #222 - Bobby Eckert, LFG!!!! 1:22:33

9M ago1:22:33

1:22:33

My guest this week was none other than the one and only Bobby Eckert, not much more needs to be said. He is Eckert Fire Tactics, he is Tuesdays are for Tactics. If you want an opinion, look no further than this guy right here. I promise you, when you listen you will get an answer. I love this guy, and he had once again, another amazing scrap!!!…

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Weekly Scrap #221 - Josh Chase, Jump Seat Leadership 1:26:14

9M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

Joined on this episode by Josh Chase and we talked about all things leadership, especially when it comes to leading from where you are. We discussed the lack of focus on developing leaders from the ground up in the fire service. Why he wrote the books he wrote and the journey he has been through. Mental health, and overcoming adversity... and as al…

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Weekly Scrap #220 - Brent Brooks, High Rise Firefighting 1:30:36

9M ago1:30:36

1:30:36

Joined on this episode by Brent Brooks, and we are going to be talking about High rise Firefighting. We are going vertical and it was an awesome episode. Brent has spoken across the globe on the subject of High Rise firefighting and we had great topics to discuss, but as always the audience completely took over and made the scrap awesome!…

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Weekly Scrap - Firemanship Special (Part Deux) All the details!!! 1:28:28

9M ago1:28:28

1:28:28

Going live with Cody Trestrail to discuss all the details for Firemanship 2024. Cody takes the time to explain how the registration will work, and then gives a rundown of all the HOT tracks, the Lectures, and the Workshops. If you are looking for information on Firemanship, this is the episode for you. Share this podcast with anyone who might be in…

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e132—Joseph Solis-Mullen, author of The Fake China Threat 47:57

9M ago47:57

47:57

Joseph Solis-Mullen joins Liam McCollum to discuss Solis-Mullen's new book, The Fake China Threat. To buy The Fake China Threat, click HERE TakeHumanAction.com

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Weekly Scrap #219 - Ron Smith, Training Seconds 1:33:58

9M ago1:33:58

1:33:58

Joined on this episode by none other than the man, the myth, the legend Mr. Training Seconds himself, Ron Smith! I am excited for this one and looking forward to all of the topics we will attempt to tackle. The surprise was of course that Kyle Romagus was in town, and he co-hosted this scrap! From search tactics and fire attack, to alphabet soup an…

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e131—Derrick Broze, liberty activist and independent journalist 1:19:27

9M ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Derrick Broze talks about how and why he was kicked off the ballot in his run for Houston mayor—and how a ballot issue he spearheaded might significantly limit the power of the eventual winning candidate. Livestreamed on Nov. 6, 2023 TakeHumanAction.com

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e130—Kyle Anzalone on Palestine/Israel, Ukraine & Taiwan. 1:12:20

9M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Kyle Anzalone (The Libertarian Institute and Antiwar.com) joins Aaron Harris to discuss how the Washington War Party is making things worse in Palestine/Israel, Ukraine & Taiwan. TakeHumanAction.com

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