The 5-Tool Firefighter
By Nicholas Higgins
The 5-Tool FirefighterDec 06, 2022
Lead by Example - Episode 104
On this episode, Nick discusses about leading by example, its importance as a leader and how to accomplish this within your firehouse and organization. The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/shop/the-5-tool-firefighter-tactical-workbook The 5-Tool Firefighter Tactical Workbook: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798218107604: Amazon.com: Books The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books The 5-Tool Firefighter by Nicholas Higgins, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com) Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube - Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31 Origin USA - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) Jocko Fuel - JOCKO FUEL – Jocko Fuel Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp Next Rung - Next Rung
Upfront Expectations - Episode 103
The Number One Priority - Episode 102
Healthy Fats - Episode 101
The Truck Company Officer - Episode 100
The Truck Company Hook & Can Firefighter - Episode 99
The Truck Company Irons Firefighter - Episode 98
On this episode, Nick the role of the truck company iron firefighter. From training for the position, to implementing the job on the fire ground and keys areas of focus when in this role.
The Truck Company Irons Firefighter — The Firehouse Tribune The Book: The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/shop/the-5-tool-firefighter-tactical-workbook The 5-Tool Firefighter Tactical Workbook: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798218107604: Amazon.com: Books The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books The 5-Tool Firefighter by Nicholas Higgins, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com) Support Us: The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com - Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify - FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube - Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31 Origin USA - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com) Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp Next Rung - Next Rung
Leadership Through Fitness w/Lee Throckmorton - Episode 97
Stoke & Vent, Cancer and Mental Health w/James Meredith - Episode 96
On this episode, Nick sits down with James Meredith of Stoke & Vent to discuss the U.K. fire service, his page "Stoke & Vent" and how his department and the U.K. Fire Service handles cancer and mental health.
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The Truck Company Chauffeur - Episode 95
Benefits of the Steel Mace - Episode 94
On this episode, Nick talks about the benefits of using one of his favorite pieces of workout equipment, the steel mace and how it helps improve your performance on the fireground. The Book:
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Forcible Entry of Security Doors - Episode 93
On this episode, Nick talks about trident security doors and why it is important to incorporate forcible entry practices into your department's pre-plan and pre-incident training. Nick further discusses ways to force these doors the "old fashioned way" using just a set of irons.
Forcing Trident Security Doors — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
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Coffee, Caffeine and When to Drink - Episode 92
On this episode, Nick talks about coffee and caffeine, the best time to drink coffee based on your needs for the day and its effects on your body, sleep and performance in order to optimize yourself on and off the fire ground.
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Success Through the Ranks w/Chief Tony DeMarco - Episode 91
On this episode, Nick sits down with Chief Tony DeMarco of Hudson Fire Department in NY to discuss success through the ranks and how working with others helps shape the department and the individual for long term success.
Instagram: chief32tonyd
Email: tonydemarco49@gmail.com
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Mental Acuity & Sharpness - Episode 89
On this episode, Nick discusses the importance of mental acuity and sharpness for optimal performance on and off the fireground. Nick also shares ways to incorporate ways to improve mental sharpness through nutrition and exercise. The Book:
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Strength & Conditioning and Kaizen Groundworks w/Lee Throckmorton - Episode 90
On this episode, Nick sits down with Lee Thockmorton of Kaizen Groundworks to discuss the importance of strength and condition as a first responder. Lee also talks about his company Kaizen Groundworks.
Kaizen Groundworks Email: Kaizengroundworks@gmail.com
Instagram: @kaizengroundwrx (@kaizengroundworks) • Instagram photos and videos The Book:
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Missed Opportunities - Episode 88
On this episode, Nick discusses the missed opportunities in not taking changes in your life and career based on the NHL Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky quote, "you miss 100% of shots you don't take".
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Benefits of the Bosu Ball - Episode 87
On this episode, Nick discusses benefits of the Bosu ball. A piece of exercise equipment beneficial to first responders to increase their physical strength, balance/stability and core for optimal performance on and off the fire ground. Nick also provide various ways the Bosu Ball can be utilized during workouts.
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Improve Your Cholesterol, Improve Your Career & Life - Episode 85
On this episode, Nick discusses the danges of bad cholesterol and it's effect on firefighter deaths. Nick further discusses ways to improve your cholesterol for a long, healthy and prosperous career and life.
Improve Your Cholesterol, Improve Your Career — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
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Discipline & Squatober Lessons - Episode 86
On this episode, Nick discusses how a 30-day squat challenge, "Squatober" by Sorinex helped him recalibrate his discipline and get back on track to completing goals and developing himself as a person and firefighter.
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Influencing Organizational Culture - Episode 84
On this episode, Nick discusses why leaders are important to the fire service and how their influence could improve the culture of the firehouse. More specifically, Nick shares ways firefighters of any rank could help influence organizational culture through 5 subtle steps.
Influencing Organizational Culture — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
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Gut Check - Episode 83
On this episode, Nick discusses why having a strong core is important to the work of a firefighter on and off the fire ground along with the benefits of having a strong core and ways to strengthen it.
Time for a Gut Check — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
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Indecision Versus Wrong Decision - Episode 82
On this episode, Nick discusses why indecisiveness could be detrimental to your growth and decision making on and off the fire ground and how wrong decisions lead to experience to help you grow.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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The Responder Mindset - Episode 81
On this episode, Nick discusses why it is important to be prepared for each call first responders are called to regardless of the initial dispatch. Nick further goes into details on why it is critical to have a prepared mindset when in route to incidents. Performance is a direct impact of how you prepare both physically and mentally prior to and during any incident.
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The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Wake Up Healthy - Episode 80
On this episode, Nick discusses the importance of waking up healthy and steps to take to wake up and have a healthy day thus prepares us for proactive performance on and off the fireground.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Student of the Game w/Danny Beauvais - Episode 79
On this episode, Nick sits down with Firefighter Danny Beauvais to discuss his podcast, "Student of the Game Fire Podcast" along with how he got his start in the fire service. Nick and Danny also discuss why it is important to continually be a student of the fire service and their love for the job.
Listen to Danny here: Student Of The Game Fire Podcast | Podcast on Spotify The Book:
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Friday Mindset 52 - Focus on Yourself
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Friday Mindset 51 - Accept Failure
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
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No Participation Trophies - The After-Action Review - Episode 78
On this episode, Nick discusses the danger of the participation trophy in the fire service and how the post-incident size-up (after-action review) is needed and critical to developing success, well-rounded firefighters and crews. The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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The Six Tips to Guiding the New Fire Officer w/Chief Tom Marchiano - Episode 77
On this episode Nick sits down with Chief Tom Marchiano of Chester FD in NY and the lead contributor of The Firehouse Tribune as well as Nick's co-host on their podcast "Station Talk". Nick and Tom discuss Tom's six tips to guiding the new fire officer and how he developed this guide to help firefighters and fire officers alike. The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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S.T.A.R. Method - Episode 76
On this episode Nick, discusses the S.T.A.R. Method in developing yourself and in your role as a firefighter on scene and in the firehouse. This method was developed as a process of discussing work responsibilities in an interview process, however Nick turned the tables to discuss why and how this is a great method in developing critical thinking skills as firefighters.
How to Use the STAR Method to Ace Your Job Interview | The Muse The Book:
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Friday Mindset 50 - Ride the Wave
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
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Reasonable Expectations - Episode 75
On this episode Nick, discusses "reasonable expectations" - what that means and how it impacts you, your career and growth in the fire service. Nick also stories and examples on how "reasonable expectations" change over time as you grow with highlighting the growth mindset.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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Friday Mindset 49
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Attacking Window Bars - Episode 74
On this episode Nick, discusses the dangers of window bars and shares tips in attacking and removing them utilizing the set of irons or other hand tools. Nick also shares how window bars affect and potentially impede progress on the fire ground, hence raising the issue of identifying these dangers long before the call ever takes place - in preplanning.
Window Bars & the Set of Irons — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
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- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
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Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Friday Mindset 48
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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The Mind-Body Connection - Episode 73
On this episode Nick, discusses the benefits and importance of your mindset to be successful on and off the fire ground along with how the mind-body connection plays an integral role in becoming a well-rounded 5-Tool Firefighter and optimal human. This episode is based on a portion of the 5-Tool Firefighter Book and Tactical Workbook - "Fit for Duty".
Benefits of the Kettlebell Swing — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
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- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
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Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Friday Mindset 47
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
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Benefits of the Kettlebell Swing - Episode 72
On this episode Nick, discusses the benefits of the Kettlebell Swing exercise. How it helps strengthen and condition the body and how it transfers to fire ground tactics. This episode is based on a portion of the 5-Tool Firefighter Book and Tactical Workbook - "Fit for Duty".
Benefits of the Kettlebell Swing — The Firehouse Tribune The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Friday Mindset 46 - Clean Your Side of the Street
You Are What You Eat - Episode 71
On this episode Nick, discusses the importance of a nutrition for firefighters and why it is important to base your daily nutritional intake around nutrient dense foods and proper hydration. This episode is based on a portion of the 5-Tool Firefighter Book and Tactical Workbook - "Fit for Duty".
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
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Friday Mindset 45 - The Pain of Discipline
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Training Your Replacements - Episode 70
On this episode, Nick discusses the benefits and importance of training your replacements as leaders, what it truly means and how to begin doing so.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
- Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
- Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
- 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
- Next Rung - https://www.nextrung.org/
Friday Mindset 44 - Listen More Talk Less
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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The Benefits of Massage Therapy - Episode 69
On this episode, Nick discusses the benefits and importance of massage therapy, how to incorporate into your health and wellness and different ways for at-home massage therapy.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
- Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
- Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
- 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
- Next Rung - https://www.nextrung.org/
Friday Mindset 43 - Doubt Our Success
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/shop/the-5-tool-firefighter-tactical-workbook
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
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Position Don't Park - Episode 68
On this episode, Nick discusses the importance of POSITIONING the apparatus on every scene and WHY it is important to understand the roles of all responding apparatus on an incident in order to position your apparatus for the best tactical advantage on every incident.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
- Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
- Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
- 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
- Next Rung - https://www.nextrung.org/
Friday Mindset 42 - Network for Success
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/shop/the-5-tool-firefighter-tactical-workbook
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
Next Rung - Next Rung
Benefits of the 2 1/2inch Hoseline - Episode 67
On this episode, Nick discusses the benefits of utilizing the 2 1/2-inch hose line in various situations on the fireground and implementing it in realistic training.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
- Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
- Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
- 5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
- Next Rung - https://www.nextrung.org/
Friday Mindset 41 - Take Care of Yourself
The Friday Mindset is a very quick weekly episode where Nick presents motivation and inspiration to accomplish your goals and mentality prepare for the goals in life - in and out of the fire service and being a first responder.
The Book:
The 5-Tool Firefighter Paperback — The Firehouse Tribune
https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/shop/the-5-tool-firefighter-tactical-workbook
The 5-Tool Firefighter: Higgins, Nicholas J.: 9798752048593: Amazon.com: Books
Support Us:
The Firehouse Tribune - www.thefirehousetribune.com
- Station Talk Podcast - Station Talk | Podcast on Spotify
- FHTribune YouTube Channel - The Firehouse Tribune - YouTube
- Fire Department Coffee - https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/?avad=331169_b2af81a31
Origin USA - 10% off Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - Origin USA - Handcrafted in America, Without Compromise. (originmaine.com)
Frontline Optics - 15% off Frontline Optics Sunglasses using promo code 'FHTribune' at checkout - https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=2060519.DucSK9bE2h
5-Alarm Task Force Corp. - 5-ALARM TASK FORCE CORP. - 5-Alarm Task Force Corp
Next Rung - Next Rung