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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.

Enjoying the show? Please take a moment to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Contact the Side Alpha team at editor@firerescue1.com to share ideas, suggestions and feedback.

LATET ARTICLES
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Dr. Sara Jahnke details the effects of ‘Long-COVID’ on first responders
Understanding the symptoms and the long-term effects of a coronavirus diagnosis
July 13, 2021 05:39 PM
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Dirty gear: No Longer a Badge of Honor
Chad Costa considers why some firefighters are still afflicted with ‘Dirty Helmet Syndrome’
Exploring why some firefighters still glamorize dirty gear and unsafe actions, despite knowing the risks
July 08, 2021 05:40 PM
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Leadership
IAFC CEO Rob Brown discusses the future of the IAFC, plus emerging fire service issues
Following a difficult year, Brown looks ahead and focuses on top priorities for the association
July 07, 2021 09:31 PM
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
‘I’d say America is still burning': Chief Bashoor reflects on seminal fire and life safety report
A new NFPA report unpacks what has changed and what has remained the same since ‘America Burning’
June 29, 2021 04:04 PM
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Fire Department Management
Pete Piringer talks PIO life and offers tips of the trade
The renowned PIO discusses some challenging incidents he covered and shares guidance for new PIOs getting their footing in the role
June 23, 2021 04:34 PM
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Radio Accessories
Sean Duncan details how and why firefighters should follow PPE decontamination protocols
Unpacking the PPE decon-cancer connection and what firefighters can do to protect their health
June 15, 2021 10:57 AM
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Fire Department Management
UC Davis Fire Chief Nathan Trauernicht offers an inside look at a university fire department
From how the department aligns with the university mission to how it handled the pandemic and prepares for WUI incidents
June 09, 2021 11:41 AM
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Jim Pauley and Russ Sanders explain how firefighters can get involved in the NFPA
The duo explain why it’s every firefighter’s obligation to speak up about NFPA standards
June 02, 2021 02:45 PM
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Fire-based EMS
Unpacking mobile integrated healthcare in the fire and emergency services
Chief Bashoor looks at how fire departments can integrate MIH approaches
May 26, 2021 01:12 PM
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Leading Across the Generational Spectrum
Podcast: Fire Chief Trisha Wolford explores how best to supervise members regardless of age or experience
The Anne Arundel County chief considers whether stereotypes of generations hold true or whether they are used as a crutch for poor leadership
May 10, 2021 06:41 PM
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