Best Zam Podcasts (2024)

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Lt. Zam goes to Emmitsburg: Insights from a National Fire Academy first-timer 1:01:27

15d ago1:01:27

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“Our mission is to support you in your mission.” Eriks Gabliks, superintendent of the National Fire Academy, joins the show to talk all things NFA programs and goals, and to hear about Zam’s first time visiting the campus and experiencing NFA life. Gabliks knocks down the top excuses firefighters give for why they can’t attend the academy and detai…

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‘A lot to absorb’: Here’s what you missed at FDIC 2024 50:36

1d ago50:36

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“It’s about bells and whistles, but it’s also about smiles and connecting.” Another FDIC has come and gone, but our cohosts are joined by The Fire Store’s Amanda Keesey to talk conference highlights and which industry innovations garnered the most attention on the exhibit floor. Plus, we dig into all this: Emerging solutions for electric vehicle fi…

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Corley Moore: ‘I understand how insidious and seductive complacency is’ 1:03:49

8d ago1:03:49

1:03:49

The Better Every Shift team is at FDIC this week, so we’re reaching into the vault to re-release one of our favorite episodes. Battalion Chief Corley Moore talks all things fire service culture, toxic leadership and how to fight your way back from complacency. Chief Moore – founder of Firehouse Vigilance and host of the Weekly Scrap podcast – detai…

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Stephanie White: 'Laughter is the simplest, cheapest thing we can give our firefighters' 57:43

22d ago57:43

57:43

“It’s about crew bonding and laughter in my firehouse – and apparently me being the butt of every joke.” Fairfax Firefighter-Paramedic Stephanie White details how she nurtures her relationship with her crew every shift, not just with laughter, but also by being vulnerable enough to have difficult conversations when needed. Plus, we dig into all thi…

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Hello from Bhutan ft. Geophysicist Yeshey Seldon – the first Bhutanese in Antarctica 25:31

28d ago25:31

25:31

Geophysicist Yeshey Seldon, is the first Bhutanese to set foot in Antarctica. She was in Antarctica as part of a research team called TIME (Thwaites Interdisciplinary Margin Evolution) who were there to study the Thwaites Glacier. Find out about her research and experience in Antarctica on this podcast. Yeshey is on Instagram: @yesheybokuuu.00:00-I…

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Konut piyasası genel değerlendirme 2024 Mart 1:15:26

1M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

Konut piyasası genel değerlendirme 2024 Mart, Mustafa Koçak ve Celal Erdoğdu ortak yayını.

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‘We’re going (100 miles per week) streaking!’ with FF/ultra-runner Andy Glaze 51:26

1M ago51:26

51:26

Captain Andy Glaze is on a four-year streak of running 100+ miles per week, and while he’s not suggesting that all firefighters attempt the same feat, he does urge movement: “Movement is medicine.” Glaze shares his journey from drinking and smoking to becoming an ultra-marathon runner, and how physical fitness helped him manage his mental health. F…

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‘Build your band’: Country music star Frank Ray on the power of peer support 54:11

1M ago54:11

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“I saved George Strait’s life, and he doesn’t even know.” Country star Frank Ray shares that story and many more as he details his unique journey from law enforcement to the music scene. Ray recently visited more than 50 fire and police departments across the U.S. and Canada to spotlight first responder mental health, addressing the power of formin…

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Bhutan's football superstar Chencho Gyeltshen shares his success, struggles, and passion 24:10

2M ago24:10

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In this candid interview, Chencho Gyeltshen, talks about playing internationally – the struggles and the highlights. He shares tips on finding work outside Bhutan and little known details about his life before professional football. Language: English and Dzongkha --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/namgay-zam/messag…

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‘You saved Hawkeye’: Inside the Jeremy Renner snowplow incident response 39:32

2M ago39:32

39:32

“Every second mattered.” When actor Jeremy Renner was severely injured in a snowcat accident last year, Truckee Meadows Fire Rescue crews’ swift action and medical intervention played a crucial role in saving Renner's life. TMFR Firefighter-Paramedic Alex Hughes and Captain Greg Lompa join the show to share operational details from the call, plus w…

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‘What is your learning culture?’: Chris Paskett details how to encourage idea-sharing 57:47

2M ago57:47

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“Do your folks come to work expecting to learn something new? Or is it a surprise when they are asked to go to a class or a drill? That’s culture.” Battalion Chief Chris Paskett wants to create a culture of learning in the fire service, where organizational education is baked into the daily routine. He offers four (of 20!) areas where departments c…

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Episode 16: Amtrac 1:12:27

2M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

This mix is all about Atmospheric House with Emotive Synths & Progressive Basslines!! Forward Thinking House Music - Mixed live by Zam Stuart My podcast is a collection of live mixes that take you on a journey through different sounds in House Music!! I am inspired by Ibiza, London, Circo Loco at DC10, Amnesia, Ushuaia, Ministry of Sound, Space, Fu…

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Vin Tande Istwa Karyè Gerald Guillaume Nan Gwo Batay Li Ap Mennen Pou Dwa Moun An Ayiti 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Gerald Guillaume se yon jèn jeremyen ki ap fè yon travay extraòdinè nan depatman grandans lan atravè yon òganizasyon ki rele IDETTE ( Institution Départementale Contre la traite et le trafic des enfants). Òganizasyon sa la pou li pote sipò li bay tout timoun ki nan yon sitiyasyon difisil , timoun ki viktim de vyòl, maltretans elatriye… san yo pa to…

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‘Have a date on the calendar’: Joe De Sena’s pro-tip for staying motivated 41:09

2M ago41:09

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Joe De Sena – the founder and CEO of the Spartan endurance sports brand – has long said his vision is “to get 100 million people healthy and off the couch,” and now he’s adding a million to that goal with his pledge of a free Spartan race to all firefighters. That’s right, De Sena made the big announcement during this week's show. De Sena’s a reali…

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Independent filmmaker Arun Bhattarai on his films at the Oscars, Sundance & more 32:28

2M ago32:28

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In this podcast, Arun Bhattarai, talks about the "Mountain Man," the first Bhutanese documentary to qualify for the Oscars (2025). The film features Bhutan's first qualified glaciologist Phuntsho Tshering. He also talks about his latest film "Agent of Happiness" that is the first Bhutanese documentary to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. Arun…

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Chief Bryan Frieders: We need Super Bowl-level efforts to conquer firefighter cancer 1:08:08

2M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Chief Bryan Frieders is fired up about preventing occupational cancer – fired up to the point where he’s putting firefighters of all ranks on blast for not doing everything possible to prevent an often-preventable disease. He calls out firefighters for not wearing their SCBA, cleaning their gear and taking care of their health (“Why are we risking …

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Rocco Alvaro: ‘Once you stop developing others, it’s time for you to leave’ 59:37

3M ago59:37

59:37

Fairfax County (Virginia) Battalion Chief Rocco Alvaro is passionate about professional development, but he wasn’t always on a clear path himself. In fact, it took a metaphorical “punch in the face” from a mentor for him to go back to school and walk the professional development walk – and he’s incredibly grateful for the punch. Alvaro joins Better…

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Firefighter Fitness- From the Recliners to Resilient 33:32

3M ago33:32

33:32

Are you a first responder who needs to start making changes to improve your health and fitness? You are not alone! Listen to Aaron Zamzow from Fire Rescue Fitness tackle this question. He provides great insight and usable action plans that will improve your fitness and career as a firefighter, EMT, and/or medic. Please listen, share, comment, and r…

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‘Turn it up a notch’: Chief Keith Padgett on the power of higher education 54:24

3M ago54:24

54:24

“You’ll use it more than you’ll ever know,” Zam says about going back to school – and he would know, having recently started his own higher education journey. So this week, the Better Every Shift crew welcomes Chief Keith Padgett, the Fire and EMS Academic Program Director with Columbia Southern University, where Zam is currently taking classes, to…

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Tout sa nou dwe konnen sou teknoloji, edikasyon avèk Moreno Jean Baptiste 1:24:16

3M ago1:24:16

1:24:16

Vin aprann plis de Moreno ki se yon pèsonalite piblik ki trè enfliyan sou rezo sosyal yo epi atravè tout peyi a gras ak travay kolosal sa ke l'ap fè a. Nou pale sou teknoloji, edikasyon, lavi ak motivasyon. Vinn tande interview sa avèk nou!By Ayisyen Kapab

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Dr. Tchon ap fè yon travay eksepsyonèl nan endistri mizikal la ak yon espri pozitif! 1:13:07

3M ago1:13:07

1:13:07

Dr Tchon se yon jèn Producer, beat maker, enjenyè son epi atis Ayisyen k'ap fè yon travay eksepsyonèl nan endistri mizikal la ak yon espri pozitif. Li travay ak plizyè lòt gwo atis tankou ; BIC, Darline Desca, Danola pou nou site sa yo sèlman. Nou te gen chans fè yon ti pale ak li sou plizyè sijè, N'ap envite w vin tande epi aprann plis de jèn sa e…

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Jason Patton: ‘I’m not making fun of people!’ 44:27

3M ago44:27

44:27

Jason Patton loves talking to people, even if it wasn’t always easy for him. The first firefighter-influencer of the YouTube viral video era explains his initial struggles with public speaking – the ultimate example of getting out of your comfort zone to make great things happen (think Fire Department Chronicles, among many other great ventures). T…

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First Responders- Get Out of Your Fitness Rut. 19:53

3M ago19:53

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Stuck in a rut, where do you begin? Right here! Take a listen to Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) as he gives you the five elements needed to get out of your fitness rut and make progress. Please subscribe to the podcast! Links to social media and FRF pages: Join the FRF Nation on Facebook! Over 190,000 first responders from all over the world. https://www.faceb…

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Spanish for firefighters: Make your communication skills excelente 48:43

3M ago48:43

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¿Hablas español? If not, you’re going to want to tune in to this week’s show to learn some phrases that could come in handy on the incident scene. The impetus for this show: Zam was on a call where he found himself struggling to communicate with a patient who spoke Spanish. Always driven to improve, Zam sought out The Language Tutor for some help w…

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Introducing the Resilient 50: Your back-to-basics health routine 1:05:55

4M ago1:05:55

1:05:55

Who doesn’t love a little healthy competition – the keyword there being healthy. Zam has created the Resilient 50 Challenge to help firefighters get real about getting healthy in the new year. It’s a back-to-basics approach that spans a spectrum of lifestyle habits, all designed to make you a more resilient firefighter. After all, health isn’t sole…

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The Sacred Chronotope, GeSAR & the Bhutanese Identity with award-winning communications scholar, Dorji Wangchuk. 34:48

4M ago34:48

34:48

In this episode, communications scholar, Dorji Wangchuk, talks about his award-winning research: “On Identity, Spirituality, Community and the Sacred Chronotope in Bhutan", the biggest announcement from Bhutan – GeSAR (Gelephu Mindfulness City) - a city like no other, and the unique Bhutanese identity. 00:00-Introduction 01:18-Background to Researc…

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The Resilient 50- A Transformative Challenge for First Responders that will Forge Resilience 24:59

4M ago24:59

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In this episode, Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) uncovers the Resilient 50, a transformative 50-day program specifically tailored to the needs of first responders (firefighters, EMTs, medics, and others on the front lines of emergency response). The challenge is designed to strengthen the mental and emotional fortitude that is critical for first responders and …

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Dr. Glenn Landry: Firefighters can ‘shock the system’ back to a healthy sleep routine 1:00:39

4M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

If we do our jobs today, we’re going to help you get some much-needed sleep – hopefully after the show. Joining Better Every Shift this week is Dr. Glenn Landry, a sleep expert who specializes in shift work, detailing how firefighters can work at night without shifting circadian rhythms and disrupting critical sleep functions. We dig into all this:…

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Nou Ka Pote Anpil Chanjman Kom Jèn Peyi a Si Nou Gen Devouman Vre 1:00:45

4M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Alex te fèt e grandi an Ayiti, men jodi a li ap viv Ozetazini. Malgre ke li abite an deyo Ayiti pou plis pase 20 lane, Alex pa janm sispann renmen peyi li e travay pou pote anpil randman pou peyi'l. Jodi a, nou te gen opòtinite pou nou chita ak Alex epi aprann anpil bagay sou misyon lavil, vizyon li, ak detay travay li ap fè a pou'l pote chanjman n…

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‘The podcast of misfit firefighters’ team reflects on 2023 1:09:48

4M ago1:09:48

1:09:48

“We’re a bunch of misfits, and we’re not alone,” Zam says of the dedicated listeners who are committed to making themselves better every shift, every year. Closing out 2023, the crew reflects on the top episodes of the year and what made them so memorable, plus the most popular content on FireRescue1. And don’t miss Zam and Janelle's “words for 202…

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Curt Varone: Beware the ‘human equivalent of a lightweight wood truss building’ 1:13:27

4M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

"The lawsuit is coming from inside the firehouse.” Much like a horror film twist where the protagonist realizes the killer is already inside the house, far too many firefighters don’t realize that our biggest liabilities are sitting with us in the firehouse. Most fire service lawsuits involve a firefighter suing the fire department or another firef…

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Konut Piyasasında Fiyatlar Kararsız - 20.12.2023 9:21

4M ago9:21

9:21

Kasım ve aralık ayına ilişkin konut fiyatları, konut satışları, konut kiraları ve konut dışında arsa ve tarla satışına ilişkin veriler bu podcastte.

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Li-ion battery fires: Barowy and Goldfeder tackle the ‘spaghetti’ of tactical considerations 54:50

4M ago54:50

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“Just when I think I’m ready to handle any fire you throw my way, now this comes along.” Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder channels Al Pacino in “The Godfather” when discussing the complexities of lithium-ion battery fires with Adam Barowy, lead research engineer with UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute. Barowy and Goldfeder break down the science behin…

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‘If you find yourself alone, start worrying’: Linda Willing shares advice for all FFs 1:11:35

5M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Despite seemingly endless opportunities for connection, many firefighters find themselves more alone than ever, sometimes inadvertently, so we must double-down on our efforts to build connections and avoid silos that create division. Linda Willing – a retired career fire officer who works with departments on issues related to leadership, decision-m…

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Chief Frank Leeb returns: Make yourself ‘difficult to injure, impossible to kill’ 1:12:55

5M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

To help Better Every Shift mark its milestone 1-year anniversary, our very first guest, FDNY Chief of Safety Frank Leeb, returns to the show to talk all things leadership, safety and training – including the critical mindset that “we owe it to our loved ones to be better every day to make sure that we are making ourselves difficult to injure and im…

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Fire up the festivities: 5 great gifts for your crew 43:04

5M ago43:04

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’Tis the season for gratitude – and gift-giving! And today’s show is all about both. We’re gearing up for the holidays by sharing some great firefighter gift ideas. These products are all available on TheFireStore.com to whom we are exceedingly grateful, as they are a generous sponsor of the podcast. Guiding us through our gift options is Amanda Ke…

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Konut piyasası bu kez durdu - Aylık Değerlendirme 18.11.2023 10:51

5M ago10:51

10:51

KONUT PİYASASI BU KEZ DURDUGayrimenkul, konut ve konut dışı gayrimenkul piyasasındaki son değişiklikleri aylık olarak yorumluyorum. Ayrıca konut fiyatlarındaki değişimleri nominal, reel, Dolar ve altın bazında da bu videoda izleyebilirsiniz.

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‘We are anti-fragile’: How firefighters can get stronger through challenges 1:03:24

5M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Today’s episode digs into a variety of psychological concepts that impact firefighter work and home life, all courtesy of Dr. Derrick Edwards, a nearly 20-year fire service veteran who also serves as a professional counselor and a mental health service provider. Dr. Edwards introduces a lot of new terms and concepts, including anti-fragile, psyche …

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‘I connect the dots’: Joe Minogue on the power of relationship-building 1:07:55

6M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

FDNY Lt. (ret.) Joe Minogue – “my guy Joe!” as Zam likes to say – joins Better Every Shift to offer a window into his innate ability to connect people – firefighters, families, friends, really anyone. If you need a connection, Joe’s your guy, too. Minogue currently serves as the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation liaison to the FDNY and the Ph…

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‘I held it in for so long’: Lauran McColloh shares the story of her first fire – a double LODD 49:01

6M ago49:01

49:01

No one thought she’d stay. Lauran McColloh was a new firefighter, just 18 years old, facing a double-LODD incident – on her very first fire. What’s more: One of the fallen firefighters was her friend Victor Isler. But McColloh didn’t consider quitting; firefighting was her dream. Now a Salisbury FD battalion chief, McCulloh joins Better Every Shift…

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‘We’re all engineers’: Chief Randall Hanifen talks IFE-USA influence 47:20

6M ago47:20

47:20

Self-described “pracademic” Dr. Randall Hanifen knows two languages – academic speak and boots-on-the-ground speak – a skill he uses to bridge the gap between the more theoretical university world and our practical fireground experiences. This is one of the many talents he’s honed during his work with the Institution of Fire Engineers-USA Branch fo…

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Academy Award Nominee Pawo Choyning Dorji, Talks About His Latest Film and more 33:48

6M ago33:48

33:48

This conversation takes us through Pawo's journey from being a photographer and writer to a film-maker. Pawo was nominated for an Academy Award for his very first film – Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom. Pawo's second film: The Monk and The Gun, is Bhutan's submission to the 2023 Academy Awards. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify…

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‘Please don’t turn me away’: Ben Vernon on seeking help post-stabbing — Part 2 1:12:10

6M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Part 2 of our interview with Ben Vernon includes descriptions of violence and suicidal ideation that may be triggering for some, as well as explicit language. Please listen with caution. For months after being stabbed on the job – a “routine” medical call gone wrong – Ben Vernon was in a world of hurt, unable to sleep due to constant nightmares, ba…

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‘This is a kill shot’: Captain Ben Vernon details his attempted murder on the job — Part 1 59:20

6M ago59:20

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Please note, this episode includes descriptions of violence that may be triggering for some, as well as explicit language. “To witness in real time an attempted murder is pretty intense,” says San Diego Fire-Rescue Captain Ben Vernon recalling the first time he saw slow-motion body camera footage of his own stabbing during a seemingly “routine” med…

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MAKİNE ÖĞRENMESİ İLE KONUT DEĞERLEME - AKADEMİ SERİSİ #S05E01 30:01

6M ago30:01

30:01

Akademi Serisi'nin ilk videosunda, Prof.Dr. Ali Hepşen ile orjinal ismi "redicting House Prices in Turkey by Using Machine Learning Algorithms" makalesi üzerinden, makine öğrenmesi ile konut değerlemesini ve kullanılabilecek alanları konuştuk. Akademi ile pratik iş yaşamını, gayrimenkul sektöründe buluşturabilme çabasını göreceğiniz bu seride birço…

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‘I’ve never been lonely at the top’: Chief John Butler talks team building 1:01:32

7M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

IAFC President John Butler – “the chief of chiefs!” – joins Better Every Shift this week, talking all things leadership, including why the adage “It’s lonely at the top” has never applied to him. In addition to his superpower of always seeming calm, cool and collected, the Fairfax County fire chief has a knack for being able to spot talent and know…

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The Joy of the Jalebi Shop (IMTRAT) 14:12

7M ago14:12

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Episode 2 of Hello from Bhutan, Season 3, brings you an inside look at IMTRAT's famous Jalebi shop in Thimphu. If anyone should take credit for cultivating a sweet tooth among Bhutanese in the capital, it's the Jalebi shop! Did you know that they never reuse their oil and give the utmost importance to hygiene? All this and more on this podcast. ---…

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‘I don’t want rules-followers’: Brian Fennessy champions intent-driven firefighters 1:13:49

7M ago1:13:49

1:13:49

Don’t get the wrong idea here. “Rules are important,” says Orange County (California) Fire Authority Chief Brian Fennessy; however, firefighters need to be trusted to make smart decisions when things go awry in the world of chaos around us – and this trust is best achieved through an intent-driven culture where members understand the organizational…

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‘I’m going to change this department if it kills me’: Thomas Bell talks culture change 1:00:00

7M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

If Chief Thomas Bell of the Greensburg (Pa.) Volunteer Fire Department had a nickel for every time someone remarked that he had some “big shoes to fill” after taking the reins from a local legend who had 60-plus years on the job, well, he’d have a lot of nickels. But the new chief had a simple plan – being himself. Bell vowed to create his own dest…

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History of Project DANTAK in Bhutan - Infrastructure, people, and food! 35:04

7M ago35:04

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The first podcast of Hello from Bhutan's third season features Project DANTAK. Here, I find out the incredible history and wonderful connection formed over six decades between Bhutan and India through people, infrastructure, and food! It all began with the inspiring leadership and friendship between His Majesty the Third Druk Gyalpo and India's fir…

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