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Tulsa Chief Michael Baker talks firefighter morale, department change and lifelong learning

The chief shares his experience during his first year in the top spot and details how the department weathered the COVID-19 storm

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In this episode of the Side Alpha Podcast, Chief Marc Bashoor speaks with Michael Baker, fire chief for the Tulsa (Oklahoma) Fire Department. Chief Baker details his first year as fire chief in Tulsa, including his work to improve firefighter morale and his goal to achieve zero fire deaths in Tulsa in 2022. The chief also shares how the department has weathered the COVID-19 storm and notes some of the department’s changes during his tenure. Finally, he shares his views on lifelong learning and the pursuit of knowledge for fire chiefs.

On the Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast, Chief Marc Bashoor puts fire service leaders and emerging leaders in front of the hot topics facing firefighters.
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