Smart Firefighting Podcast covers real-world deployments of smart technologies through conversations with technologists, innovators, companies, and forward-thinking public safety and government agencies. Learn from interviews with leaders as they share their insights and offer their expertise every week! Host Kevin Sofen is a co-founding member of the Smart First Responder Community who loves to explore change management and technology in public safety.
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SDG Talks Podcast highlights Change Makers and their work around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our passion is to highlight people and organizations that work towards the 17 goals that will transform the world into a more equitable place for everyone. Got a good story? Send us an email at sdgtalkspodcast@gmail.com or visit us at www.SDGTalksPodcast.com
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Welcome to the inquisitive introvert podcast, an In Good Company Digital Production. My inquisitive mind gets a chance to interview some of the most interesting minds out there!! Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-leeann/support
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Response Leadership is a podcast for anyone looking to add to their leadership toolbox. Each month, we will talk to thought leaders in law enforcement, fire and emergency services, infrastructure and safety, or cybersecurity to gain insights into the challenges leaders face in these disciplines. Not only for those in leadership roles, the podcast is for anyone looking to lead from their current position. New episodes are released on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Visit teex.org/podcast fo ...
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Episode 213: Wildlife Rescue: Drones Safeguarding Nature in Texas Parks with Matthew Bridgefarmer
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How to avoid risking human lives: employ drones... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini…
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Episode 212: Beyond Ambulances: Drones Transforming EMS with Chris Lester
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EMS operations involve more than just ambulances... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini …
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Episode 211: RED Team's Drone Usage to Elevate Safety for Austin Fire Department with Jason Burnside
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How are aerial drones a cost-effective and accessible tool for public safety? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas R…
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Episode 210: Designing Software to Save Lives: DroneSense's Mission with Charles Herrin
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When developing software for public safety, what do you need? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit…
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Episode 209: The VTOL Evolution: A New Era of Rescue with Greg Lary
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What's an affordable and safe alternative to traditional helicopters for public safety agencies? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-…
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Episode 208: Navigating Safety: Drones' New Horizons with Raymond Sheh, Jordan Odell & Syed Izzat Ullah
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How can you manage risk and prevent failures? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This…
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Episode 207: Above & Beyond: The Use of Robots in Current & Future FDNY Operations with Michael Leo & Fred Carlson
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How does the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) use drones? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Min…
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Episode 206: Flying Beyond Fires: How Drones Help First Responders Save Lives with Bobby Ortiz
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What fire department challenges can be addressed with drones and robots? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics S…
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Episode 205: Mapping as a Superpower: GIS within Fire Service Operations in San Bernardino with Erin Opliger
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How can fire departments leverage software tools that enhance situational awareness and embrace data-driven decision making? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting s…
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Episode 204: Commanding the Digital Battlefield: TAK's Revolution in Public Safety with Ryan McLean
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Let's talk TAK (Tactical Assault Kit)... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How TAK transforms public safety with shared awareness and…
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Episode 203: Harnessing Virtual Reality for a New Era in Firefighter Training with Rick Huffman
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What provides realistic experiences and allows for practicing in high-risk scenarios? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our …
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Episode 202: Firefighting in the Digital Age: Insights on How to Embrace Innovation with Shawn Downs
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Embracing technology requires a mindset of evolution, not revolution... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Min…
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Episode 201: Fight Fires, Not Software: A New Way to Embrace Fire Service Management with Marcus Edwards
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How is Stationwise setting the bar for integration, efficiency, and user experience in emergency services? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks fo…
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Bridging Knowledge Gaps in Energy Safety, Chris Greene
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Join the conversation on energy safety as Chris Greene, retired captain of Seattle Fire, sheds light on overlooked hazards, empowering responders with vital knowledge for effective response to and prevention of electric vehicle and stored energy events.By TEEX Response Leadership Podcast
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Episode 200: Bridging Tradition & Innovation: Chief David Povlitz on the Fire Service Evolution
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Technology should just enhance, not replace, firefighters. Here's how: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini…
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Episode 199: Innovating Policing: How Humble PD Utilizes Drone Technology with Officer Kent Guidry
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What are the keys to successful drone implementation? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Discover how drone technology can further evo…
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Episode 198: Eyes in the Sky: Indiana DHS's Innovative Drone Program with Mike White
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What are the challenges in drone implementation? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Understand the context into how drones enhance off…
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SDG 6 | Wisconsin Water Week: Networking for Conservation and Change | Grace Hasse, Ally Spang, and Kirsten James
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Why attend Wisconsin Water Week? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Wisconsin Water Week provide an opportunity for collaboration, learning, and networking? What workshops and hands-on opportun…
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Episode 197: Unseen Paths: SYSNAV’s Infrastructure-Free Positioning with the SYSNAV team
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From underground facilities to an urban canyon... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded…
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Episode 196: Behind the Fire Line: First Responder Perspectives on Old & New Technology Value with Chris Moon & Seth Burton
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Two firefighters' two cents: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! …
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SDG 6 | Navigating Wisconsin's Waters: Collaborative Strategies for Lake Conservation | Eric Olson
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The innovative strategies behind Wisconsin Water Week: Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How can communities balance self-interest with collective environmental responsibility to effectively manage nat…
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Episode 195: Tech Talks: The Rolfson Father-Daughter Duo on Innovation & Opportunities with Dale & Abi Rolfson
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A father-daughter conversation: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competitio…
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Episode 194: Safety in the Skies: Inside the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit with Preston Culver
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Why attend the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're taking a quick pause from our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini …
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Episode 193: SMART Systems for Saving Lives: A 3D Vision for First Responders with Kirk Mckinzie
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How can first responders use mixed reality? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at th…
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Episode 192: Frontlines of Innovation: Bridging Crisis Management and Healthcare with Ari Rosen
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How can technology save lives? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition…
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Episode 191: Collaborative Control: How TurnRock Labs is Innovating in Robotics & Automation with Brenan Lundquist
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A peep into a robotics revolution: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competi…
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Episode 190: Visualizing Safety: Immersive Virtual Analytics with BadVR & Jad Meouchy
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What are immersive analytics? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition!…
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Episode 189: Precision in Practice: First Responder Tracking & Training with Andrew Power
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The best way to train first responders: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the co…
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Leadership Strategies for Resilient Communities, Kevin Oden
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Kevin Oden, Director of Integrated Public Safety in Dallas, offers a glimpse into the innovative approaches and strategic leadership shaping the landscape of integrated public safety and community resilience.By TEEX Response Leadership Podcast
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Episode 188: Law Enforcement & Localization: Bridging the Technical Gaps with Officer John Newcomer
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How should law enforcement integrate new technologies? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series rec…
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Episode 187: Navigating Safety: Innovation at the Frontline with Michael IIsbroux
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How can you use your smartphone as a safety tool? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded…
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Episode 186: TechXEvents: Experiencing Innovation in Action with Tammy McLean
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Why does hands-on tech experience matter? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the …
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SDG 3 | Embracing Sun Safety: Laura's Journey Beyond Melanoma | Laura Sofen
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Pale is healthy and tan does not always equal beautiful! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: The dangers from overexposure to Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and tanning beds How to have a healthy rel…
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Episode 185: Augmented Reality: A New Vision for First Responders with Yohan Baillot
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What is the value of AR for first responders? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at …
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Leadership Insights on Human Trafficking Prosecution, Lindsey Lane
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Lindsey Lane, Senior Legal Counsel at the Human Trafficking Institute, dismantles common misconceptions about human trafficking and sheds light on the necessity of hiring passionate frontline workers. She delves into the personal challenges of leadership, discussing the need for setting boundaries and the significance of self-care in this emotional…
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Episode 184: Firefighting's Front Line: Technology Meets Tradition with Bryan Bailey
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Why actually listen to first responders? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the c…
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Episode 183: Designing the Present & Future Network: Meeting the Needs of First Responders with Gary McCarraher
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A peek inside FirstNet Authority: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competit…
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Episode 182: From Data to Wisdom: Unlocking Operational Insights with Alex Gorsuch
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“Potatoes sit in the barn until you have a recipe.” → It's not just about collecting data, but about making it meaningful for real-world applications... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your v…
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SDG 6 | Navigating 2024 Wisconsin Water Week: Collaborating for Wisconsin's Aquatic Future | Sara Windjue & Amy Kowalski
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A sneak peek of the Wisconsin Lakes & Rivers Convention – a cornerstone of Water Week: Welcome back SDG Talkers!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! In this episode: The history & evolution of Wisconsin Water Week Why y…
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Episode 181: Rethinking Public Safety Funding: Integrating Safety as a KPI with Stefan Truthän
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How can I explain the sea to a frog that has never left its pond? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini…
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Episode 180: Cleanse the Risk: Harnessing Nature to Combat Firefighter Carcinogens with Dee Howard
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Is your shower soap good enough? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue Inter…
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Episode 179: Beyond the Data: Gaining Operational Insights for Enhanced Risk & Response with Robert Edson
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A company that's changing the fire service: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Re…
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Beyond Borders: Emergency Management in a Unique Setting, Josh Garcia
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Josh Garcia, Emergency Management Coordinator of Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, shares his experiences in building resilience within tribal communities. From the challenges of responding to a 500-year flood to navigating the complexities of tribal governance and stakeholder collaboration, Garcia's story reflects valuable lessons learned from crises that ha…
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Stop Your Bucket From Overflowing: A Focus on Mental Wellness, Grahame Jones
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Grahame Jones, executive director of the 100 Club Central Texas, joins us to discuss the importance of being vulnerable and focusing on mental health as a leader. Click here for a full transcript of this episode.By TEEX Response Leadership Podcast
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Unveiling the Power of Servant Leadership, Dr. Reginald Freeman
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Dr. Reginald Freeman, Chief Risk Officer with the HAI Group, delves into his experiences with servant leadership, emphasizing its departure from traditional autocratic leadership styles. He explains the philosophy's core idea of inverting the organizational chart, placing leaders at the service of their teams. Dr. Freeman shares practical examples …
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Episode 178: An Audacious Effort to End Destructive Wildfires with Jay Stalnacker
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$11 MILLION PRIZE! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're taking a quick pause from our FRI Mini Series to tell you why you should join a team for XP…
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Episode 177: Silent Signals: Reimagining Alert Systems to Safeguard Firefighter Health with Blake Richardson
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How can you prevent line of duty death by heart attack? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at t…
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Episode 176: Character First: Redefining Recruitment in the Modern Fire Service with Dave Robertson
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What are character-led hiring practices? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue …
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Episode 175: Frontline Communication: Amplifying Mesh Networks for Resilient Outreach with Andrew Delaney
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How can you quickly operate independently when networks are down? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series rec…
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Episode 174: On-the-Spot Intel: Modern Tools for Immediate Response & Accountability with Rob DeVaun
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Why is it important to know what's on-scene during emergency operations? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Ser…
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