On this episode, Nick & Tom sit down with Battalion Chief Patrick Wirkus of the City of Elizabeth Fire Dept (NJ) to discuss chief officers as division supervisors on the fire ground. They discuss the premise of the concept, how and when to implement it and about his journey through continually learning in the fire service.

This conversation was based on his article "Using Chief Officers as Division Supervisors" published in Fire Engineering.

Chief Wirkus is also the owner of Division Command Training, LLC.

On this episode, we sit down with Firefighter Chris Maleta, the founder of Carry the Flag. Chris brings with him 17 years of experience and a mission-driven mindset that’s helped launch a brand that resonates with patriotism, service, and leadership. We’re excited to dive into his story, the purpose behind the brand, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way.

www.carrytheflagusa.com

On this episode, Nick & Tom sit down with Brandon Smith of Beating Disability Daily to discuss his time in the US Air Force, his injuries sustained from a rough landing while on a mission in the Middle East and how the injuries lead to physical and mental trauma for years following. Further, they discuss how Brandon overcame in the physical and mental injuries and how he is using his voice as a platform to help other veterans, and many others overcome the battles of mental and physical trauma they are experiencing.