Couplings Fire Podcast
By Taylor
Couplings Fire PodcastDec 10, 2021
#104 - Chasing Rabbits - Part 2 - with David Pruitt
Ready to chase those pesky rabbits? I have the perfect guest to take us on this journey: David Pruitt. Such a great talk - we had to break it into 2 episodes!
Some topics here in part 2: NFPA 1403, Does it scare you enough to train?, Disorientation & Discomfort, Fire history dive, The condition determines your position, Learn your partner's search language, How to show fire to your students, Know your niche, Comparing house to victim to suspects, Making conversations the norm, - and we end it all out with another fantastic, deep segment of Family Firefighter Survival.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Find my favorite fire conferences: linktr.ee/couplingsfirepodcast
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
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#103 - Chasing the Rabbits - Part 1 - with David Pruitt
Ready to chase those pesky rabbits? I have the perfect guest to take us on this journey: David Pruitt. Such a great talk - we had to break it into 2 episodes!
Some topics here in part 1: How David got into the fire service, purposeful training, Vetting information, Fire WANTS to consume you, Completion is what matters, The fire service is hard to get into but easy to stay, How we value our firefighters, Find the moments of truth, Laying your heart on the line, Call volume vs call quality, Making every call a fire call, and more.
Part 2 with David will be coming next week!
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Find my favorite fire conferences: linktr.ee/couplingsfirepodcast
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#102 - Fire Wife Life - with Tracy McCart & Kathy Edwards
This week, Kathy Edwards & Tracy McCart join me to talk all about a little idea they had that turned into a widespread community of spouses helping spouses: Fire Wife Life. The fire life can be hard to navigate at times, and whether you are a spouse or firefighter tuning in, there are tons of nuggets to grab out of this episode to apply to your relationship. Let's dig in.
Connect with Fire Wife Life at www.firewifelife.org.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Find my favorite fire conferences: linktr.ee/couplingsfirepodcast
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#101 - Recommitting
I'm in a place where I know I need to recommit to things: from the podcast to my family, church to the fire department. Getting back into the swing of things when you've been away for so long can be daunting. Sometimes all it takes are small steps every day to get back to where you were. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Find my favorite fire conferences: linktr.ee/couplingsfirepodcast
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#100 - Family First Is Hard
Join me for an experiment. Before I gave birth to my son, I was curious about how hard or easy it would be to put family first when it came to the fire service: conferences to fire calls to job opportunities, and everything in between. Would my priorities flip like a switch due to hormones? Would I have the most agonizing FOMO or guilt? I wanted answers. So, I sat down and recorded my thoughts 1 week before my due date - and then I recorded the 2nd half 8 weeks after. This episode gets real, deep, and emotional. I find thoughts I didn't know I had and take on struggles I didn't know I'd face - all in real time. Firefighters: If you want a chance to open up about why family first is hard, this episode is for you. Spouses: If you want to know why your firefighters have a hard time saying no to fire things, listen in. It's sure to be eye opening.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#99 - If You Do a Job You Love
You know the saying: "If you do a job you love, you'll never work a day in your life." Yep - it's another one of those episodes - I have a different take on this common phrase. I say: If you do a job you love, you'll work HARDER than you ever have in your life. With that love comes drive, frustration, fulfillment, and strain. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#98 - Overwhelming, Neverending, Reckless Love
Let's get deep. Have you ever felt an overwhelming, neverending, reckless love? The kind of love that chases you down to bring you back home - no matter how far you've stepped off the path? The fire service is top notch at going to great lengths to save Mrs. Smith, but what about our own? What about the firefighter who everyone has already written off? You know who I mean: the firefighter always causing problems, making all the wrong choices, and on their way out the door. They deserve someone to go the extra mile for them - and they deserve that someone to be you. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#97 - Brothers Helping Brothers - with Nick Magoteaux
Getting back into regular episodes, this week I talk with Nick Magoteaux with Brothers Helping Brothers.
We have SO MANY good discussions around his experience in a police explorer program, working dispatch, firefighting, the Brothers Helping Brothers mission, and the upcoming Firefighter Health & Wellness Conference held in Exotic Beavercreek, Ohio every October. We end the episode with our staple segment, Family Firefighter Survival - this time digging into Nick's new adventure of becoming a dad.
Brothers Helping Brothers: www.brothershelpingbrothers.org
Conference information:https://events.brothershelpingbrothers.org/ffhw2023/
Get ready for an inside look at an extremely cool, effective, and useful tool in the fire service: The Williams Key. Trevor and I get into his testing journey for the fire service, the tools he is creating to help firefighting operations, and - as always - Family Firefighter Survival.
See the Williams Key for yourself here:www.williamskey.com
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#96 - Return of the Podcast
Happy Revenge of the 5th, everybody! Yep - that's right - I had to take advantage of all the Star Wars references with my podcast returning to its' regularly scheduled weekly episodes.
Join me this week as I go over a little of how motherhood is going, some struggles adjusting to this new life, and a look at where the podcast is headed.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
Maternity Leave?? Already??
Yep, you read the title right - I'm starting my maternity leave from the podcast early. I've been absent for a little while, due to some complications with the pregnancy. Everything's fine, but family comes first here, so that means taking a break from the "extras" of life and going to enjoy the last couple weeks of pregnancy & snuggling my newborn when he arrives. Don't worry - I'll be back with NEW weekly episodes again starting May 5th!
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#95 - Car Chronicles - Tunnel Vision
Oh yes - another series is coming to the podcast! Join me for Car Chronicles. Are you like me - where when you take long drives to conferences or other destinations, your brain just... runs? You find yourself on a topic, can't stop thinking about it, get completely fired up, and want to talk to someone right then? Yeah - it happens to me a lot. So, I introduce you to Car Chronicles. The audio isn't the best (I hope to invest in a lapel mic to make future segments of this better), but the content is straight from my heart. No notes, less than 5 minutes of prep - just solid stream of consciousness and a look into how my brain works & processes topics.
This episode, we're getting into Tunnel Vision. Yeah - you know tunnel vision from the fireground, but what about when driving or even in day to day life? Can focusing so hard on our end goals really be a bad thing or get in the way? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
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#94 - But, They Need Me...
As first responders, we are pulled and stretched into so many directions - simply because people "need" us. This is a building block of who we are and why many of us do the job. But, what happens when those responsibilities pile up, eating more and more of our time, energy, and soul - to the point of damaging our lives? Do we leave those who are relying on us hanging? Does this actually effect our families too? Join me as I dig into the dilemma we face every day.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
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#93 - The Williams Key - with Trevor Williams
Get ready for an inside look at an extremely cool, effective, and useful tool in the fire service: The Williams Key. Trevor and I get into his testing journey for the fire service, the tools he is creating to help firefighting operations, and - as always - Family Firefighter Survival.
See the Williams Key for yourself here:
www.williamskey.com
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
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#92 - Anti Goals
Happy New Year!
I'm not a fan of New Years Resolutions - so we get into something I'm trying this year - Anti Goals. What the heck are Anti Goals? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Get Official Podcast Merch at couplingsfirepodcast.myspreadshop.com
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
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#91 - AFG Strategies - with Brandon Fletcher
Join me as I get into some amazing tips and tricks with my friend Brandon Fletcher (Chief Fletcher - 901) about AFG Strategies for Success. Chief Fletcher is one of those who volunteer their time to evaluate and score the applications that are received by AFG - part of the process that determines if your grant is selected - which means he knows better than many what works and what usually doesn't.
We don't go over all of the steps to make sure you spelled your name right or have your SAM account - you can get that anywhere. We focus on the narrative section, priority lists, and what evaluators are actually looking at and for. Stay tuned through to the entire episode for tips all the way till we sign off. Whether you are applying this year or in future years, this is one episode you will want to download to listen to and reference more than once.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
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#90 - Standards vs Excellence - with Logan Watts
Are you ready for a different type of episode this week? You're in for a ride.
Join me and my good friend, Logan Watts, as we get into the age old debate of Standards vs Excellence. There is no right or wrong opinion for this topic - our goal is to get you to think and really understand the different ways this can be approached. When we are able to look at things from all sides, we increase our ability to make better decisions and set up ourselves, fellow firefighters, and crews up for success. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast
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YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#89 - Our 2022 Christmas Lists - with Rob Ridley
Merry Christmas, Everybody!
This week, I'm joined by my husband, Chris, and Rob Ridley from National Fire Radio! Join us as we dig into our 2022 Christmas Lists. There are no rules for our lists, so get ready for some fun, laughter, and rabbit trails on what we would like for the fire service this year.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
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YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#88 - Choosing a Successor
Here we go again - ready for another episode where I combing several of my loves together into one? You're in the right spot!
What do the fire service, Disney, and Star Wars have in common? Choosing a successor, of course! Join me this week while I dive into some current events in the Walt Disney Company and how that got my brain churning of why the change up is such a relatable topic to the fire service, and how I believe we should be choosing successors and training future leaders in the fire service. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know! For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout! www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out! couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/CouplingsFirePodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/couplingsfirepodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#87 - Senior Statesman - with Dennis Reilly
This week, I'm joined by Dennis Reilly for some amazing conversations, chasing that poor rabbit till it's completely tuckered out. From his journey of getting into the fire service to retirement and everywhere in between (and even beyond), this is an episode chalked full of stories and life lessons. Of course, we end the episode with a segment of Family Firefighter Survival and see just what it takes to make a marriage last - and thrive - through an entire career.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
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YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC75ze7HT8IAlVYwV1y5Aosg
#86 - The Pregnancy Files - 1st Trimester
Are you guys ready for a new episode series?? I introduce to you: The Pregnancy Files.
When I found out I was pregnant back a few months ago, I scoured the internet for tips and advice on firefighter pregnancies - but was pretty unsuccessful. Yes, there were some resources out there, but nothing on what I wanted to know. So, I decided to take it into my own hands - If I couldn't find what I was looking for, I was going to make something for the next firefighters who have them same questions as I do.
Join me in real time as I navigate the emotions, questions, and hard decisions that come with being pregnant as an active firefighter. Stay tuned in the coming months for episodes that continue the journey - all the way through the finish line and beyond.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
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#85 - Firefighter Reproductive Health - with Dr. Sara Jahnke
#84 - Fireflix and Chill - Backdraft 2
Hello for the 2nd installment of Fireflix and Chill.
Chris is back and this time, we watch Backdraft 2.... and boy, was it a doozy.
Join us every month or two for a new installment on this series where we will pick a fire movie, watch it, and record our reactions & opinions to share with you all. Do you agree with what we think? Is there something we should have discussed, but didn't? What's the next movie we should watch? Let us know!
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
Find me on Social Media!
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#83 - Ramblings of a Firewife... Again
It's that time again. The last time I updated everyone on what life as a firewife was back in January when I talked about how the academy experience was like from my perspective. Well, my husband is now off of his probationary status and we've been tackling his new schedule out on the streets for about 10 months. So.... what's it been like? Have we finally gotten used to it? Did it take 3-6 months like we thought?
Oh yeah - and I got some big news to share with you all. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
For 15% off of Flame Decon, use code "couplings15" at checkout!
www.FlameDecon.com
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
couplingsfirepodcast@gmail.com
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#82 - Changing Opinons
We are allowed to change our opinions. As we gather more information, times change, and our personal circumstances evolve, so may - and should - our opinions.
Are we judging people based on something they did/said years ago, even when they are a different person now? Are we discrediting some who support an opposing view than their earlier years? Are we as people too worried about memorializing our words and image that we fail to stand our ground and push for something we believe in - all in the name to stay in "good light"? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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Crew 1st Culture Podcast - Episode 119
Bonus Episode time!!!
I was so honored to be asked by Jeremy Sanders to be a guest on the Crew 1st Culture podcast!
"I'm joined today by my friend Taylor Anderson host of the Couplings Fire Podcast. Taylor talks about her journey that has brought her into the fire service and into becoming a podcast host. I enjoyed giving her the opportunity to be on the other side of the microphone this time and loved hearing her story."
#81 - Come As You Are
"Anyone Can Cook" - I love this quote from Ratatouille. But what does it mean? Can anyone really cook? How does this have any ties into the fire service? Join me and all of my quirks as we dig into this topic.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#80 - This One Time at Band Camp
Yep, that title caught you, didn't it?
This week, let's get into the top points I took from my experiences in high school & college band that helped shape me into the firefighter I am today, and the reminder of what I want to be.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#79 - Rotary Saws - with Adam Haywood
Join me and Adam Haywood from Independent Fire Training as we go into all things rotary saws! This subject is so niche, how and why did Adam decide to create a training company based off of this tool? Find out with me.
Some of the subjects we touch on this week: Formative moments in our careers, why being a passionate instructor matters, how do you find out more about those nice subjects you're passionate about, why we love online lectures, rotary saws (uh, duh!), Family Firefighter Survival, and.... water cans?? Yes. Water cans. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#78 - Water Boils From the Bottom
If you've been around the fire service for any length of time, I can almost guarantee you've heard the phrase "Water boils from the bottom." It's empowering, inspiring, and makes us feel invincible. Now, I don't think this is a bad phrase, but I do have a bone to pick with it and those of us (yes - me included) who use it. Are we truly understanding & vocalizing what this phrase entails before we use it as advice? Is who you're giving the advice to comprehending what you're telling them? Does any of that even matter? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#77 - Make It Happen - with Brandon Fletcher
This week, my friend Brandon Fletcher (Chief Fletcher 901) joins me for one of the most unscripted episodes ever. When I told him rabbit trails were encouraged, he took that to heart - and I'm thankful he did!
Where did we go? Pursuing knowledge, never stop learning, make it happen, jealousy, resentment, quality over quantity, applying leadership principles of volunteer leadership to the career side, morale is a metric, change is required, Family Firefighter Survival and SO MUCH MORE. Come with us on this adventure.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
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#76 - Enjoy the Sunsets
We're in the middle of some longer guest episodes and I wanted to give you something short, but very powerful to think about today: Do you take the time to "enjoy the sunsets"?
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#75 - Fireflix and Chill - Backdraft
Are you ready for something NEW?! This episode marks the beginning of a brand new series on the podcast: Fireflix and Chill.
Would it surprise you to know that I have not seen very many fire movies and shows? I know, I know - I'm so into this fire life, it doesn't make any sense. Dude, I had never seen Backdraft before we recorded this episode! Oh yes...I said WE: Welcome back one of the OG's of the podcast - my husband, Chris!
Join us every month or two for a new installment on this series where we will pick a fire movie, watch it, and record our reactions & opinions to share with you all. Do you agree with what we think? Is there something we should have discussed, but didn't? What's the next movie we should watch? Let us know!
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#74 - Fighting Complacency with Vigilance - with Corley Moore
This week, Corley Moore from Firehouse Vigilance joins me on the podcast to dig into - well, just about everything. I thought I loved rabbit trails and chasing squirrels... Corley is right there with me!
Consistency, Introvert Power, Navigating Conflict, Promotion, Death by 1000 Cuts, Tradition, Family Firefighter Survival, and more..... The topics are real, the people are down to earth, and we are just speaking our minds. Come join us as we fight complacency with vigilance.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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Bonus Episode - Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake Interviews
Join me as I talk with some amazing people in the fire service at Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake 2022 - at Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri.
Everyone in these mini episodes:
- David Mellen & Ben Burbridge with Valor Fire Training
www.valorfiretraining.com
- Andy Soccodato with The Water Theives
www.thewaterthieves.com
- Kathy Edwards & Tracy McCart with Fire Wife Life
www.firewifelife.org
- Kyle Straight with Brew City FOOLS
www.brewcityfools.com
- Dennis Reilly with First Line Fire Service Training
www.facebook.com/CHFDBC1303
- Jeremy Sanders with Crew 1st Culture
www.crew1stculture.com
- Chris Kessinger with Citizens First Fire Training
www.citizensfirstfiretraining.com
- Adam Haywood with Independent Fire Training
www.independentfiretraining.com
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#73 - Kick Down Doors for Others to Walk Through
As this episode comes out, I'm currently at Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake in Missouri - no doubt having an absolute blast. While I was packing a few days ago, the quote I have on my folio that I keep my notebook in for conferences caught my eye: "Kick down doors for others to walk through."
Yeah, it can seem silly to have this quote written on my folio for others to see, but this quote has an incredible meaning in my heart. This quote has helped push me to who I want to be and who I am on my way to becoming. No - it's not the macho, "I'm awesome and follow me". It's also not girl power, "I'm a girl in the fire service and I have to pave the way." This quote has a much deeper meaning than any of that. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#72 - Bridging Family, Fire, and Fitness - The Pips
I was joined by Pip & Tracey (aka Mrs. Pip) and we had FUN. The rabbit trails are endless - and these are when you know things are coming from the heart, and some of the best conversations can be had.
What happens when both spouses are in the "helping" world? Have you always been into fitness? Are family workouts easy? Do changes & problems come up after 18 years of marriage? How do you begin to work through those? Is Instagram like reality? Are balances of personalities needed in not just marriage, but friendships and work relationships too? We go through all of those questions and more.
This episode has no official Family Firefighter Survival section - instead, the entire episode encompasses this segment of the show.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#71 - Monday Morning Quarterbacking
We have a problem in the fire service, and this one is called Monday Morning Quarterbacking. You know - where someone sits and watches fire videos from fire departments running calls across the country & world, but they don't just watch - they bash & critique, throwing any sense of professionalism and decorum out the window. I can't stand people like this. But - more importantly - how do I make sure I myself don't slip into these episodes from time to time? Is there a difference between Monday Morning Quarterbacking these videos and actually learning from them? What do the two look like and how do we keep ourselves on a good path to get the most we can out of our time watching these videos? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#70 - Rescue 1 CBD - with Jon Vought
This week, we go DEEP into something I knew basically nothing about: CBD. Jon Vought from Rescue 1 CBD joined me for an inside look at CBD for first responders. I had a great time and learned SO MUCH from someone who has gone above and beyond to do the research. But - before we got into that - we take a rabbit hole down the topic of explorer programs and the amazing impact it can have on your community & fire department.
We end the episode with another segment of "Family Firefighter Survival". Each guest episode, we will dig into how the job works & intertwines with family life, what they have learned along the way, and how they make the best of it with their family today. One of my favorite takeaways from this week's section: Jon has a way of looking at decompressing from the job I've never heard before - and something I'm definitely going to look into. You definitely want to listen in to hear his take.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#69 - On This Episode of House Hunters...
Okay, maybe I watch too much HGTV, but have you ever noticed how similar finding a fire department to apply for or join is eerily similar to House Hunters? Then, once you are on, there tends to be the unavoidable renovations like on Property Brothers? Is there a one-size-fits-all approach to finding the perfect department or is there room for different tastes? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#68 - Iowa Fire Flyer - with Lance Routson
This week, I'm joined by Lance Routson from the Iowa Fire Flyer podcast to talk about... well, just about everything! Starting out with how he came to be in the fire service, we quickly dive into rabbit hole after rabbit hole - following it almost down into Fire Service Wonderland. This was such an engaging episode with amazing perspectives that I can't wait for you to hear.
We end the episode with another segment of "Family Firefighter Survival". Each guest episode, we will dig into how the job works & intertwines with family life, what they have learned along the way, and how they make the best of it with their family today.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
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#67 - Learning vs Memorizing
Are you learning the information and skills being taught to you, or are you simply memorizing for the "test"? Are you building your Lego model with a solid foundation you know is right, or are you going to have to tear it apart and start over halfway through when you figure out you messed up? How do you find out which one you're doing, and how do we make sure that amazing Hogwarts Castle Lego set will look like the picture on the box when we're finished? Yes, I'm mixing the fire service with Legos this week. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
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#66 - Taking Advantage of the Rewind
Taking advantage of the rewind. What the heck do I mean by that? We live in an amazing day and age where we have the ability to stop, rewind, and take things in again. Do we take advantage of it as much as we should? Now, you may think of a video, podcast, or music right away when I talk about rewinding, but this also happens when we retake a class, read the notes we've written, reread a book, have the same conversation with someone - the list goes on and on. Our brains are so interesting and when you put yourself into situations more than once, you're able to solidify an idea you've learned, pick up on new information, or see things from a new perspective than the first time around. It's fascinating and oh so valuable. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#65 - Dealing With Failure
This week, I went through a fire training. I was completely ready to go, tons of energy, I'd done it plenty of times before - I'd be fine. Middle of the training, I completely botched it and had to tap out. I was angry with myself, embarrassed, and just plain frustrated. This feeling. This is what we're talking about today: Dealing with Failure. How do we deal with it in the moment? What path are you going to choose after failing? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#64 - Firehouse Libraries
“You want weapons? We’re in a library! Books! The best weapons on the world!” - Doctor Who
It's true, books are our best weapons - even when fighting fires. Do you have a dedicated library space in your firehouse? What does it look like? What resources do you have in it? Is it an inviting place where people want to be? Does your department or crew foster an atmosphere of learning? I've been itching to go over all of that and more. Also, what would your firehouse book club look like? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#63 - "I'm a Good Pretender"
It's time to stay true to the intro for the show and get into some real & deep discussions. Earlier this week, I was driving and the song Pretender by AJR popped up on my playlist. This song hit me SO HARD and sent me straight back to some situations where I know I've played the pretender before. I'm here to openly admit that I've been a pretender in past situations - and a good one. I'm not happy about it, I'm not proud of it - but, I know I need to talk about it. I know some of you have been the pretender at times too, and maybe this episode will reach you & help you realize it's time to stare it in the face and make the conscious effort to stop. Stop worrying about fitting in, stop worrying about being labeled, and stop worrying about impressing people. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
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#62 - Let's Talk Personality Types
I think it's time to get into a little bit of Human Behavior talk. I have a personal love for personality type quizzes (mainly to figure out what the heck my own brain is trying to tell me), so this week let's get into a few common ones. We'll go over Type A vs Type B, Myers-Briggs, and the Enneagram. Ever wonder what type I am in these tests? Well, you'll get those answers, as well as figuring out how these tests can be a great tool to take your leadership up to the next level. Understanding human behavior is essential to creating a productive working environment and has every right to be a big part of the fire service. Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
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Bonus Episode - Easter Weekend Update
Join me for a special bonus episode as I talk about what's going on in life & an update on stickers!
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#61 - Firefighting... in Antarctica?! - with Justin Ferris
Wait - they have a fire department in Antarctica?! What's it like? How's the weather? How many people are there? What does your day look like? Is firefighting the same in that climate? Do you use different equipment? What about hydrants? How do you even get the opportunity to go down there?? Yep - those were all of my questions, and more.
My friend, Justin Ferris, joins me on the podcast this week to talk all about his year-long contract to Antarctica back in 2003. What do you think of when you think of Antarctica? I think of the planet Hoth from Star Wars, polar bears & penguins, being a frozen block 24/7, and a single building in the middle of nowhere. Well, I was a little right AND I was very wrong!
We end the episode with another segment of "Family Firefighter Survival". Each guest episode, we will dig into how the job works & intertwines with family life, what they have learned along the way, and how they make the best of it with their family today.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#60 - The Power of Choices
Many of us are not only unaware of the number of choices we make in a given day, but - more importantly - how each choice we make plays an impact on our lives. From small decisions (like what to have for breakfast) to larger decisions (like what job to take), each decision creates a new path and either sets us up for success or slows our progress. What's decision fatigue? Are small decisions really that important? How do we go about making better decisions? Let's dig in.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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#59 - Engaging New Members - with Tom Marchiano
This week, Tom Marchiano joins me to talk all about engaging new members - from the application all the way to the officer's seat. Way back in Episode 2, Chris and I went into Tips for the New Volunteer Firefighter, now join Tom & I for a great look from the senior firefighter/officer's view to make sure we set them up for success. We jump into so many tracks of thought on this one - you definitely won't want to miss it.
We end the episode with another segment of "Family Firefighter Survival". Each guest episode, we will dig into how the job works & intertwines with family life, what they have learned along the way, and how they make the best of it with their family today.
As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Have a topic or question you want me to cover? Know someone who would like to be a guest on the podcast? Let me know!
Be sure to let me know what you thought of the podcast by leaving a rating, review, and by reaching out!
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