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Side Alpha with Chief Marc Bashoor

Side Alpha on FireRescue1 Podcast

Leadership is essential in all facets of fire and rescue operations, from making critical time-sensitive decisions at the command post to developing the strategic vision for a fire department or district.

The Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast puts fire service leaders and emerging leaders in front of the hot topics facing firefighters today.

Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast is hosted by Chief Marc Bashoor, Executive Editor of FireRescue1.com and FireChief.com. Chief Bashoor tackles the state of the fire service and pressing issues facing firefighters and fire departments at all levels.

Catch a new episode of the Side Alpha on FireRescue1 podcast every Wednesday on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher and Spotify.

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