Prepared To Fight Fire Podcast
Episodes
EP. 63 MODEL THE BEHAVIOR FT. Chief Freddie Fernandez
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we sit down with Chief Freddie, a decorated fire service leader with over 31 years in the City of Miami Department of Fire...
EP. 62 FLIP THE SWITCH FT. Frankie the greek
21 Oct 2025
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Send a textIn this engaging conversation, Frankie shares his transformative journey from living an average life to embracing a mindset of excellence. ...
EP. 61 FUELING THE FIREFIGHTER Ft. Justin Burch
14 Oct 2025
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Send a textJustin Burch is a career firefighter with 9 years on the job, currently serving with Oak Ridge Fire Department. Cutting his teeth in the fi...
EP. 60 HIGH STANDARDS, STRONG CULTURE FT. Chris Tennyson
27 Sep 2025
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Send a textChief Chris Tennyson has spent 25 years in the fire service, shaping the culture of training, resilience, and leadership. From contracting ...
EP. 59 MAKING GOOD FIREFIGHTERS BETTER FT. Eric Haskins
21 Sep 2025
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Send a textIn this episode, Eric Haskins shares his unique journey from a professional snowboarder to a dedicated firefighter. He discusses the import...
EP. 58 BUILT DIFFERENT FT. Julian Serrano
16 Sep 2025
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Send a text"No one is built different; the real difference comes down to the daily decisions we make. Talent isn’t the key. Discipline, choice,...
EP. 57 BE THE EXAMPLE FT. Frank Malta
01 Sep 2025
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Send us a textIn this engaging conversation, Chief Frank Malta discusses the importance of physical fitness, leadership, and mentorship within the fir...
EP. 56 DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES FT. Julian Serrano
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, I discuss the realities of becoming a firefighter, emphasizing the importance of understanding the profession's de...
EP. 55 MASTER THE BASICS FT. Jay Hurley
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, Chief Jay Hurley shares his experiences and insights from over 25 years in the fire service, emphasizing the importance...
EP. 54 MENTORSHIP IS OUR DUTY Ft. Carlos Martinez
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepared by Fire podcast I engage with Carlos, a seasoned firefighter, discussing the importance of authenticity,...
EP. 53 JUST A CHAPTER FT. Scott Chappell
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode with Scott Chappell we discuss his journey in the fire service, the importance of leadership, structure, and personal de...
EP. 52 THE BASICS ARE EVERYTHING FT. Nic Pluskota
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepared to Fight Fire podcast, Nic Pluskota & I discuss their experiences in the fire service, focusing on t...
EP. 51 BREAKING THE MOLD Ft. Stephanie White
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepare to Fire podcast, Stephanie White and i discuss the complexities of mental health within the fire service,...
EP. 50 RESILENCY Ft. Tony Gillan
07 Jun 2025
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Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepared to Fight Fire podcast, Tony Gillan and i discuss the warrior mindset, the journey of recovery from a sev...
EP. 49 THE STANDARD IS GROWTH Ft. Samuel Jacobs
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepare to Fire podcast, host Julian Serrano speaks with firefighter Samuel Jacobs about the power of a growth mi...
EP. 48 BACK IN THE ARENA Ft. Julian Serrano
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, Julian Serrano shares his personal journey of growth and challenges faced while preparing for two intense firefighting ...
EP. 47 EVERYTHING FIREFIGHTER FITNESS Ft. Julian Serrano
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepared to Fire podcast, Julian Serrano discusses the importance of fitness for firefighters, outlining the uniq...
EP. 46 FOR THE CULTURE Ft. Black Smoke Sticker Co.
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBrendan has been a paramedic since 2016 and a firefighter since 2018. As an entrepreneur with multiple businesses, he founded Black Smok...
EP. 45 WHAT I LEARNED THIS YEAR Ft. Julian Serrano
26 Dec 2024
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EP. 44 INFLUENCE THE NEXT GENERATION FT. Rudy Becerra
15 Nov 2024
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Send us a textOn today’s episode, we’re joined by Rudy Becerra. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Rudy is a black belt in Jiu Jitsu and brings 17...
EP. 43 EGO IS NOT THE ENEMY
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of the Prepare to Fire podcast, I explore the complex nature of ego, discussing its dual role in driving competition and...
EP. 42 FORGED IN FIRE FT. Zac James
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textZac James – Firefighter & Advocate for Strength Through AdversityZac James, a firefighter with nearly four years of experience. A...
EP. 41 HUMILITY VS ARROGANCE FT. Julian Serrano
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textArrogance involves an exaggerated sense of self-importance and looking down on others, while humility reflects modesty, self-awareness, ...
EP. 40 ALL IN ALL THE TIME Ft. John Driscoll
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this conversation we discuss the importance of setting ambitious goals, overcoming fear of failure, and embracing the process of grow...
EP. 39 FAILURE IS OUR GREATEST TEACHER Ft. Julian Serrano
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this podcast episode, Julian Serrano discusses his failures and the lessons he has learned from them. He emphasizes the importance of...
EP. 38 CONSISTENT ACROSS THE BOARD Ft. Micky Farrell
14 Jun 2024
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Send us a textMickey Farrell is a Lieutenant in the New York City Fire Department, a third-generation firefighter with 29 years of experience, the las...
EP. 37 THE ORIGIN STORY Ft. Julian Serrano
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOn this episode we dive into my origin story. We review some failures, setback, obstacles, mistakes, and achievements throughout my lif...
EP. 36 Ft. Service from the heart Ft. Reilly Kilbride
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textReilly Kilbride has been riding as a fireman for the last three years. He has been lucky enough to be around great firefighters and lead...
EP. 35 Humble & Hungry Ft. Erik Vidal Pt. 2
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textErik Vidal comes back to the show. We dive deep into Eriks time in the military, expeirence at Georgia Smoke Divers, and leading the way...
EP. 34 Service Self Above Others Ft. Alex Aguilar
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAlex was Born and raised in Los Angeles. Spent 6 years in the army as a member of the 75th ranger regiment. He then went on to serve for...
EP. 32 Great Leaders, Make Great FIREFIGHTERS FT. Andy Glaze
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAndy Glaze is a Father, Husband, Firefighter, Runner. He is currently married with 3 kids. He is currently a fire captain for the La Ver...
EP. 33 Never out of the FIGHT FT. Michael Laughlin
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMichael D.N. Laughlin is a full- time career firefighter with Kingston Fire & Rescue. What makes his story unique, is that twice, Mi...
EP. 31 PRIDE & OWNERSHIP FT. Anthony Rowett *Port City Fire Training
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAnthony Rowett, Jr. is a Captain with the Mobile (AL) Fire Rescue Department. He has been in the fire service for 18 years. He spent his...
EP. 30 AVERAGE IS THE ENEMY FT. Mike Osuna
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMike was one of the pioneers of the South Florida CrossFit movement, when he opened upI Am CrossFit in 2008.He and his then partner, ope...
EP. 29 Consistently good over occasionally great Ft. Matt Chan
11 Jan 2024
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Send us a textMatt Chan is 13yr professional firefighter from Denver, Colorado with an extensive fitness background. He’s also known for six appeara...
EP. 28 Complacency KILLS FT. Caleb Smith *Black Flag Fire
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCaleb Smith is an 8 year Firefighter in East TN, currently serving as an Engineer on a Quint and one of the founding members of Black Fl...
EP. 27 Push Your Limits & Be Better Ft. The Citizens Fireman
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTyler Evans has 8 years in the fire service career and volunteer. He is Currently an Engine Co Captain. Tyler is the Creator of The Citi...
EP. 26 ADAPT & LEAD Ft. Dylan Curtis Brigands Co.
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDylan is currently a full-time career Firefighter/EMT for the city of New Smyrna Beach, FL. and an Army veteran. He served in 1st Rang...
EP. 25 Ft. Would You Follow You Ft. Keith Schmidt
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textKeith Schmidt is a 51 years of age Husband and Father, Veteran of the U.S Navy. Firefighter-Paramedic 35 years fire service experien...
EP. 24 LEAD WITH ACTIONS, NOT WORDS Ft. Greg Dixon
08 Nov 2023
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Send us a text Gregg Dixon is a retired Special Operations Captain for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. 37 total years in the fire service starting out...
EP. 23 QUITING ISNT AN OPTION Ft. Jose Santos
02 Nov 2023
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Send us a textLieutenant Jose Santos has worked for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue for 22 years. He was once a Firefighter Combat Challenge competito...
Ep. 22 DO MORE WITH LESS Ft. 2 Mile High Rescue Co.
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode we have 2 Mile Rescue Company. Josh and Keegan who are pioneering the company work in rural Colorado. 2 Mile Rescue Co...
EP. 20 YOU CANT FAKE PASSION Ft. Pablo Gener
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPablo Gener is a 16-year veteran of the fire service. In this episode, we will discuss his second to none passion for the job, his journ...
EP. 21 PROVE YOURSELF RIGHT Ft. Nicole Kopolovits
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFire doesn’t care if you are male or female, black or white and neither does she. She proves to herself every shift with work-ethic, p...
EP. 19 BE ABOUT IT Ft. Ric Stephens
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRick Stephens currently holds the rank of Training CAPTAIN & has 25 years in the fire service. He has instructed all over the countr...
EP. 18 MOTIVATION IS LIFE FT. Rob Ortega
20 Sep 2023
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Send us a textRobert Ortega is United States Marine who did various jobs before falling in love with The Fire Service. He is very PASSIONATE and GRATE...
EP. 17 Build Everyone Up Around You Ft. Tyler Whitfield
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTyler is currently a Lieutenant with Clearwater FD. He has 10 years in the fire service. He is Currently a Member of the CFR instructor ...
EP. 16 Success Is Different For Everybody Ft. Eric Johnson
05 Sep 2023
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Send us a textEric Johnson, 21 years in fire service. Battalion Chief with Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, held ranks of Battalion Chief, Special Opera...
EP. 15 DO IT RIGHT FT. Ben Wilson
18 Aug 2023
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Send us a textBen Wilson is a newly promoted Lieutenant who is a father of two sons, married to his wife named Lauren, and founder and instructor with...
EP. 14 Be Responsible For Your Actions Ft. Eric Price
11 Aug 2023
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Send us a textEric Price is a Special Operations Captain and has been in the fire service for 29 years. Eric takes pride in holding a high standard, d...
EP. 13 Hold Yourself Accountable Ft. Rick Swales
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRick Swales has 26 years on the job. He has worked as Firefighter, Engineer, Lieutenant, Captain, and Battalion Chief. He retired from G...
EP. 10 Be A Professional Ft. Chris Ruano
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textChris is an active, professional Fire Captain with over 25 years of experience in the Fire Service, currently leading Municipal and Wild...
EP. 12 All In All The Time Ft. John Spera
03 Jul 2023
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Send us a textJohn Spera is a Husband, Father, & has been a Backseat Firefighter for 21 years. He is the founder and current owner of FIT TO FIGHT...
EP. 11 Lead By Example Ft. Joel Richardson
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoel is the Training Captain for Escambia County Fire Rescue in Northwest Florida. He has been a career firefighter since September 3, 2...
EP. 9 No talent, Just Grit Ft. Logan Broberg
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLogan Broberg is an 8 year student of the fire service. He is currently assigned to an engine company as a chauffeur and ride up LT. He ...
EP. 8 Lead Yourself Ft. Division Chief Tim Moody
08 Jun 2023
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Send us a textTim Moody is a 26-year veteran of the fire service. He currently serves the citizens and firefighters of Marion County Fire Rescue as a ...
EP. 7 AGE IS JUST A NUMBER Ft. Nathan Harpster
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNathan Harpster is a veteran with the City of Phoenix Fire Dept where he has been a Firefighter for 18 years. He is a passionate advocat...
EP. 6 Getting The Job Done Ft. Thiago Novaes
27 May 2023
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Send us a textThiago is someone who will not lower his standard no matter the circumstance. He holds himself accountable and that allows him to have A...
EP. 5 BROTHERHOOD FT. Tony Gilla
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis episode is special to me because its my honor to call this man a friend, brother, and a mentor. We discussed several things but rea...
EP. 4 SERVICE ABOVE SELF Ft. Chris Flores
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMy guest is Chris Flores. Chris has been a Firefighter for 14 years and is currently a Driver Engineer in Southern California. We dive i...
EP. 3 DRIVER ENGINEER JEREMY GILBERT
17 May 2023
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Send us a textJeremy Gilbert has been a Fireman for 20 years. He is driven to be 1% better every day and has a no quit spirit, and attitude. Jeremy ho...
EP. 2 CAPTAIN ROB RICCI
13 May 2023
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Send us a textRob Ricci is a Captain in South Florida and has been a Firefighter for 16 years. We dive into mindset, expectations as a new guy, and pr...
EP. 1 ERIK VIDAL
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text Erik always dreamt of becoming a firefighter, and prior to fulfilling this dream he joined the military where he served for 10 years, ...