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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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LATET ARTICLES
The CEOs discuss how the organization is working to help recruit and retain volunteer members, and celebrate the NVFC’s milestone anniversary
Gabliks details some of the changes ahead to the EFO program as well as how he hopes to expand outreach to firefighters around the country
On-scene rehab is vital to firefighters’ health; here’s how firefighters can set aside a week to focus on rehab
Exploring how fire service leaders can come to peace with the idea that not all volunteers will exhibit the same level of commitment to the department
Chief Bashoor discusses several recent rollovers and offers the 3 Gs of highway incidents to keep members safe on scene
Higher education can serve as a springboard to new fire service opportunities while complementing hands-on training
Key steps for firefighter fitness and prolonging a fire service career, plus how to emerge from the “COVID cocoon” and recommit to a health mindset
Exploring the many reasons fire service leaders should engage fire behavior research into tactical training
Detailing the complementary nature of immersive learning with more traditional training in an academy setting
From who’s in charge of the remote to station laundry etiquette, the crew unpacks the lessons all new firefighters should know