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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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In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Cathie Patterson at FEMA to help departments prepare more successful grants
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Fire Chief (ret.) Todd LeDuc about the top three health issues facing firefighters: cardiac issues, cancer and behavioral health challenges
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In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch about fire service volunteerism, recruitment and retention efforts, and professionalism
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Dr. Terry Jodrie about his experiences serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell about how data impacts decision-making in the fire service
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Spokane Fire Chief Brian Schaeffer about a variety of personnel-focused issues to help chiefs better connect with members