Averagejake Firefighter Podcast

In this episode Chief Jonah Smith details the class he is bringing to this years Fire Ground Commander Conference.

In this episode I detail my expectations of my self and the people I have been fortunate enough to supervise in the past and how they have evolved over the years as my role and I have evolved as a leader and person. I also detail what I think Mission Vision and Values are, how to share them and why they are important.

In the episode I review the book Leadership Values by Chief Gary Appleby and talk about why it spoke to me and the lessons I’ve gained by reading it.

In this episode I discuss the Baltimore LODD and how instead of making negative comments on social media, to take that energy and make a positive impact on your shift or department

In this episode I highlight what I’m thankful for and why, and how to not only speak it but live it! Happy thanksgiving!!

In this episode we talk about what happens when the coach loses the locker room and some suggestions on what to do, how to prevent it, and how to win anyway!

In this episode I recap where I’ve been the last few months and talk about the culture of fire service extreme points of view.

In this episode Jim Kenney highlights his class for the 2021 Fire Ground Commander conference

In this episode we start with an interview with Jeff Morse from the Brotherhood Ride, after we discuss if you should try and promote and what to think about before you do.

In this episode I discuss all things RIT and firefighter rescue with Stacy Nolen. We cover real world firefighter rescue, and things you should be doing and studying!

In this episode I discuss church fires with Geroge McNeil and also celebrate the 50th episode!!!!!!

I think his episode I honor the recently passed commissioner and chief of the Boston Fire Department Leo Stapleton by covering his two books “30 years on the line” and “commish”

In this episode we interview Shawn from Max Fire Box and have a discussion about fire behavior, training, passion, and the Max Fire Box.

In this episode I discuss what I think you need to focus on to become a firefighter.

After an update on where I have been and what’s coming down the pike for the Averagejake, we get into how we can maximize our commute to work by turning our commute into a classroom.

It’s the yearly Christmas episode. In this episode I highlight 2 inspirational stories that have helped to refocus me during this difficult year and difficult time of year. I also talk about a special for the holiday 4th hour to add to our daily routine.

In this episode Eric Wheaton from VentEnterSearch.com highlights his class for the 2021 FireGround Commander Conference

The FGC Mini Episodes are back for the 2021 conference in this mini episode Ben Schultz highlights the class he is bringing to this years conference

In this episode I discuss how we need to adjust our training and responses during the holiday season.

In this episode I have a conversation with Chris Clark and Jordan Hood about all things Carolina Firemanship including the up coming conference of the same name.