Featuring: Quinn a.k.a. The Little Firefighter

In this special episode, we welcome a rad young guest — Quinn, better known online as The Little Firefighter. He joins Matt, Brian, and Unkie at the kitchen table to talk all things fire service, family, TikTok, and what it means to be part of the firehouse culture.

NEW MERCH STORE:

https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home

Topics Covered:

• 🔔 Snail Mail returns — and Quinn's been busy commenting on Spotify!

• 🧁 Recap of the Super Bowl Appetizer Draft (congrats, Freddy!)

• 🧂 Shout-outs to Unkie’s Seasonings, Burn Box, and the new merch store

• 🚒 Quinn shares why he started his firefighting TikToks with his family

• 🏆 His big goal: be the guy who’s always there, pulling pranks, and lifting people up

• 🛠️ Firehouse pranks, old tillers, and FDIC memories

• 👻 Turnout Drill: ghosts, aliens, and pistachio ice cream?!

• 🧒 Heartfelt thoughts from Quinn’s parents about raising a fire family

• 🚨 Matt and Brian talk about junior/explorer programs and leadership development

This one’s got heart, humor, and a reminder of what keeps the fire service strong — FAMILY.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and wherever you listen.

In this powerful Veterans Day episode, Brian, Doug, and Freddy honor the veterans who serve both our country and our firehouses. From shoutouts to community heroes like The Salty Paramedic to emotional reflections on fallen brothers, this one hits deep.

🚒 Topics Covered:

• 🇺🇸 Why Veterans Thrive in the Fire Service
  The guys dive into how military experience—discipline, work ethic, service mindset—translates into being a top-tier firefighter.

• 🔁 Lateral Transfers vs. Green Recruits
  Freddy shares a personal story about transitioning departments and the personality conflicts that followed. The crew weighs the pros and cons of bringing in seasoned laterals vs. molding fresh rookies.

• 💬 Trust, Tone & Timing
  What does it really mean to build trust? Brian unpacks Stephen Covey’s “Speed of Trust” and the importance of how we communicate in the firehouse.

• 🧂 Merch Drop!
  The Cool Fireman Podcast officially launches its new merch store with stickers, mugs, hoodies, and more!

  🛒 Merch: https://notoriousfireshops.com/cool_fireman_podcast/shop/home
  🎁 Use code TCFP for 15% OFF through November!

• 💬 Snail Mail & Appetizer Draft Results
  Listener comments pour in for the Fantasy Football Appetizer Snake Draft. Deviled eggs drama. Boneless wings betrayal. Who won the snack war? (Still up for debate...)

• 🕊️ Moment of Silence
  A heartfelt tribute to veterans and a somber farewell to a fallen firefighter from Doug's department.

📢 Call to Action:
Drop a comment telling us how many veterans serve in your department—and give them a shoutout!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.

This week’s episode has it all — snacks, sarcasm, shout-outs, and snail mail. The guys take a break from the heavy topics and go full-on firehouse fun mode in this Fantasy Appetizer Draft episode. Who picked the best three-game day snacks? That’s up to YOU to decide!

Plus:
🚨 A big-time merch announcement
📬 New messages from listeners in our Snail Mail segment
👨‍🚒 Tips for new recruits starting the Fire Academy
🧂 Unkie’s Seasonings update
🔥 A call to action that’ll get your stomach growling

🥨 Pigskin Appetizer Draft:

5 firemen. 3 rounds. Snake-style draft.
Game Day Food Showdown.

Pick Highlights:

• Freddy: Pulled pork nachos, jalapeño poppers, cheeseburger egg rolls

• Matt: Spinach artichoke dip (in a bread bowl), sliders, pigs in a blanket

• Unkie: Classic meatballs, buffalo chicken dip, deviled eggs

• Brian: Boneless wings (or chicken nuggets 🤔), queso dip, cheeseburger sliders

• Doug: Traditional wings, pizza, bacon-wrapped little smokies

🎯 You decide who won — vote on Instagram or Spotify!

🧢 Merch Announcement:

We’ve officially partnered with Notorious Fire Company for all Cool Fireman Podcast gear!
👕 Hoodies, shirts, hats — it’s all coming.
👉 Check thecoolfireman.com and our Instagram bio for updates.
Spoiler: It may already be live!

📬 Snail Mail Highlights:

• Don’t Kick My Dog 34 asked about fire academies — the crew drops major tips on mindset, heat acclimation, fitness, and claustrophobia training.

• Jacob Quartarella reached out about finding a mentor in the fire service. The team shares ideas for making connections when you don’t have firehouse contacts.

• Kenny Mitchell remains undefeated in the “Who Listens First?” challenge… can YOU beat him?

💬 Notable Quotes:

“Spinach artichoke dip… and you eat the bowl too!” – Matt
“Boneless wings are chicken nuggets with an ego.” – Doug
“That garlic and herb seasoning? Almost sold out.” – Unkie
“Every day in the academy is a job interview.” – Brian
“Respectful discourse? Always. Disrespect? No time for it.” – Doug
“We haven’t made a dime… but the brotherhood we’ve built? Worth it.” – Matt

🧠 Tips for Fire Academy Recruits:

• Acclimate to heat by wearing turnouts around the house

• Practice wearing a facepiece to build comfort and prevent panic

• Get your textbook early and start studying

• Tie knots and practice skills now — don’t wait

• Treat every day like a job interview

• Ask meaningful questions and stay humble

🎯 Call to Action:

🗳️ Vote for your favorite draft lineup!
Drop the name of the host whose appetizer picks you think are unbeatable.
🔥 BONUS: Try to beat Kenny Mitchell by being the first comment on our Friday episode post for a chance at a prize pack.

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📅 New episodes drop every Friday at midnight PT