Smart Firefighting

Smart Firefighting

Smart Firefighting

Smart Firefighting Podcast covers real-world deployments of smart technologies through conversations with technologists, innovators, companies, and forward-thinking public safety and government agencies. Learn from interviews with leaders as they share their insights and offer their expertise every week! ​ Host Kevin Sofen is a co-founding member of the Smart First Responder Community who loves to explore change management and technology in public safety.

Episode 262: The Importance of Community Connection and the Role of Governance in Resilience with Beck Dawson

Episode 262: The Importance of Community Connection and the Role of Governance in Resilience with Beck Dawson

Here’s how to build community resilience: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Why resilience is a community effort How to shape decisions on land use and rebuilding after disasters How the role of governance can be a major obstacle, and what to do about it Hear from Beck Dawson - th

Feb 20, • 13:19

Episode 261: Addressing Climate Change and Natural Hazard Risks with Andrew Gissing

Episode 261: Addressing Climate Change and Natural Hazard Risks with Andrew Gissing

The big question that we all want the answer to: how should we tackle climate change? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How the 'Be Ahead Ready' report encourages forward-thinking strategies in disaster risk management The potential of personalized warnings and technology to improv

Feb 13, • 13:08

Episode 260: The Science of Fire: James Braidwood's Insights with David Dow

Episode 260: The Science of Fire: James Braidwood's Insights with David Dow

Who is James Braidwood and how did he transform the fire service? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What “finding the seat of the fire” means, and the role of airflow A blueprint for firefighting science and the science of fire How sharing knowledge strengthens the fire service sec

Feb 6, • 15:48

Episode 259: The Importance of Training and Sense-Making in Firefighting Decision-Making with Dr. Greg Penney

Episode 259: The Importance of Training and Sense-Making in Firefighting Decision-Making with Dr. Greg Penney

What is sense-making, and how can it transform firefighters’ decision-making? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: The importance of training and sense-making for effective decision-making in the fire service Research on moral injury and its impact on the mental well-being of firefigh

Jan 30, • 21:55

Episode 258: Harnessing the Power of the Human Brain and AI in Public Safety with Craig Lawton

Episode 258: Harnessing the Power of the Human Brain and AI in Public Safety with Craig Lawton

How has Amazon Web Services (AWS) made an impact on the first responder industry? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Amazon Web Services (AWS)’s role in emergency management platforms and smart city solutions The potential of AI, IoT, and satellite technology in improving public saf

Jan 23, • 16:44

Episode 257: Engaging Communities in the Recovery and Reconstruction Process with Amanda Leck and Kristie Clarke

Episode 257: Engaging Communities in the Recovery and Reconstruction Process with Amanda Leck and Kristie Clarke

What’s the most important thing to focus on during disaster management? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Insights on disaster resilience and the challenges of reconstruction in New South Wales The importance of community engagement and communication during recovery efforts Why str

Jan 16, • 16:04

Episode 256: Building a Global Fire Service One Voice with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell

Episode 256: Building a Global Fire Service One Voice with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell

What is a global fire service? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to improve real-time wildfire monitoring How better information analysis can transform firefighter performance The unique challenges of female firefighters Hear from Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell - a U.S. Fire Administr

Jan 9, • 37:08

Episode 255: Building Resilience with 'One Voice' in Fire Service with James Mullins & Dan Cotter

Episode 255: Building Resilience with 'One Voice' in Fire Service with James Mullins & Dan Cotter

Here’s how research leads to solutions for real-world challenges: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Why collaboration is essential for advancing emergency services How universities can bridge the gap between research and practical solutions for local emergency managers How the 'one

Jan 2, • 25:29

Episode 254: Training Programs to Combat Human Trafficking with Mark Brende

Episode 254: Training Programs to Combat Human Trafficking with Mark Brende

Do you know how to recognize and respond to human trafficking? Here’s what you need to know: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is iEmpathize? How can human trafficking awareness become mainstream knowledge? How can first responders successfully identify and assist trafficking

Dec 12, 2024 • 9:00

Episode 253: Firebot: A Game-Changer in Hazmat Situations with Siddharth Thakur

Episode 253: Firebot: A Game-Changer in Hazmat Situations with Siddharth Thakur

Check out this fire-resistant robot that helps firefighters in search and rescue operations: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How Firebot works How does Firebot enhance (not replace) firefighters? The future roadmap for Firebot and its potential commercial release Hear from Siddh

Dec 11, 2024 • 8:25

Episode 252: Empowering Fire Chiefs with Data-Driven Decision-Making with David Blankinship & Marcus Edwards

Episode 252: Empowering Fire Chiefs with Data-Driven Decision-Making with David Blankinship & Marcus Edwards

Here’s how interoperability makes the fire service’s jobs easier: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is interoperability, and how does it support better decision-making? How do seamless user experiences and automated data collection reduce the burden on firefighters? What a

Nov 26, 2024 • 21:07

Episode 251: Talking Drones, Mental Health & the Fire Service in Mexico with Fernando Palacios & Gabby Durantes

Episode 251: Talking Drones, Mental Health & the Fire Service in Mexico with Fernando Palacios & Gabby Durantes

What can we learn from the fire service in Mexico? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How can the Mexican and American fire services share knowledge and value with each other? What EMS initiatives in Mexico are reducing costs and improving patient care? What are the top concerns

Nov 21, 2024 • 23:18

Episode 250: Enhancing Fire Departments with Artificial Intelligence with Humaid AlAli

Episode 250: Enhancing Fire Departments with Artificial Intelligence with Humaid AlAli

Here’s how the fire service can embrace AI: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: The integration of AI in public safety and security organizations Ethical considerations for implementing AI How AI improves response efficiency and outcomes Hear from Humaid AlAli - the Deputy of F

Nov 19, 2024 • 22:26

Episode 249: Training Firefighters for Effective Technology Use with Robert Edson

Episode 249: Training Firefighters for Effective Technology Use with Robert Edson

Here’s some best practices to make the most of your technology: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to identify gaps and challenges in the fire service What does effective technology adoption require? How is Intterra driving change and creating solutions that address real-wor

Nov 15, 2024 • 18:43

Episode 248: Automating Tasks for First Responders with Zenext AI with Swarnamouli Majumdar

Episode 248: Automating Tasks for First Responders with Zenext AI with Swarnamouli Majumdar

An assistant for first responders: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: A voice-based AI assistant designed to automate repetitive tasks for first responders How does Zenext AI offer a hands-free solution for public safety officers? How do real-time information and location-based

Nov 7, 2024 • 10:36

Episode 247: Enhancing Safety & Speed in Drone Operations with Liza Pierce

Episode 247: Enhancing Safety & Speed in Drone Operations with Liza Pierce

Hey first responders! These solutions are designed just for you: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is propulsion technology, and how is SpyDar leading the way? How does ​​an enclosed propeller system enhance safety and drone operations? How to collaborate with first respon

Oct 31, 2024 • 6:11

Episode 246: The Role of AR in Real-Time Operations with Yohan Baillot

Episode 246: The Role of AR in Real-Time Operations with Yohan Baillot

How can you train and simulate realistic scenarios without any props? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What’s the role of augmented reality (AR) in emergency response and training? How does AR enhance situational awareness during real-time operations? What potential does AR ha

Oct 30, 2024 • 9:33

Episode 245: Rapid Damage Assessment Using Drones & AI with Kendrick Faison

Episode 245: Rapid Damage Assessment Using Drones & AI with Kendrick Faison

What can you learn from SpatialGIS' use of drones and AI? Find out ↓ Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How drones and AI for rapid damage assessment provide real-time data to first responders How the NIST post-accelerator program can help your company grow and connect with the fe

Oct 25, 2024 • 11:13

Episode 244: Proactive Fire Safety: Embracing Community Risk Reduction with Kevin Sehlmeyer

Episode 244: Proactive Fire Safety: Embracing Community Risk Reduction with Kevin Sehlmeyer

What does community risk reduction involve, and how can we do better? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How is community risk reduction (CRR) transforming fire safety? What’s the impact of proactive measures and unified voices in the fire service? What’s the critical role o

Oct 17, 2024 • 23:34

Episode 243: Building an Innovation Ecosystem in Tulsa with James Spencer

Episode 243: Building an Innovation Ecosystem in Tulsa with James Spencer

What is an innovation ecosystem, and how can it serve your community? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to build innovation ecosystems for community value Integrating firefighting wisdom with cutting-edge drone technology How driving advanced air mobility creates value for

Oct 3, 2024 • 55:48

Episode 242: Enhancing Public Safety Aviation with Skydio Drones with Bryan King

Episode 242: Enhancing Public Safety Aviation with Skydio Drones with Bryan King

How can drones provide aerial intelligence for better decision-making? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What’s the role of drones in enhancing public safety aviation? What are Skydio's X10 drone’s advanced features for nighttime autonomy and high-resolution aerial intelligence?

Sep 26, 2024 • 16:19

Episode 241: Enhancing Public Safety with Airwise’s Drone Solutions with Josh O’Leary

Episode 241: Enhancing Public Safety with Airwise’s Drone Solutions with Josh O’Leary

Who is driving drone innovation and what do you need to know? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How does Airwise streamline regulatory compliance and enhance drone operations for first responders? Where is the new hub for drone innovation? How is Oklahoma State University leadi

Sep 19, 2024 • 18:32

Episode 240: Integrating Drones as a First Responder - Technology for Enhanced Public Safety with Gabe Graveline

Episode 240: Integrating Drones as a First Responder - Technology for Enhanced Public Safety with Gabe Graveline

What is the Drone First Responder (DFR) Initiative? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is the transformative role of drones in public safety at the Tulsa Fire Department? How do drones enhance situational awareness for mental health situations? How are Tusla Fire, academia,

Sep 12, 2024 • 21:12

Episode 239: Global Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing - World Fire Congress Roadmap to 2026 with Mark Hardingham

Episode 239: Global Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing - World Fire Congress Roadmap to 2026 with Mark Hardingham

How can creating communities of practice address common challenges in the fire service industry? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How is The World Fire Congress a platform for global collaboration and knowledge sharing within the fire and rescue services? How did they address te

Sep 4, 2024 • 10:56

Episode 238: Addressing Common Fire Service Challenges Around the Globe at the World Fire Congress with Billy Goldfeder

Episode 238: Addressing Common Fire Service Challenges Around the Globe at the World Fire Congress with Billy Goldfeder

What solutions did the World Fire Congress talk about? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How does The World Fire Congress facilitate global collaboration and communication among fire service professionals? What to do about recruitment, retention, and the rise of lithium-ion batte

Aug 29, 2024 • 11:32

Episode 237: Fostering Global Best Practices & Collaboration at the World Fire Congress with Victor Stagnaro & Gary Krichbaum

Episode 237: Fostering Global Best Practices & Collaboration at the World Fire Congress with Victor Stagnaro & Gary Krichbaum

What is the World Fire Congress, and how does it benefit firefighters? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How does the World Fire Congress bring nations together to tackle fire prevention and safety issues? What’s the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) mission at the C

Aug 22, 2024 • 10:50

Episode 236: CIVTAK 2024 & the Role of TAK in Public Safety with Ken Rehbehn

Episode 236: CIVTAK 2024 & the Role of TAK in Public Safety with Ken Rehbehn

What is CIVTAK 2024 and why should you go? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is the Team Awareness Kit (TAK)? How to adopt TAK for civilian use cases What is CIVTAK 2024? Learn from Ken Rehbehn - the Principal Analyst at Critical Communications Insights LLC. Ken is a data

Aug 15, 2024 • 25:52

Episode 235: Ethical Considerations in AI Implementation for the Fire Service with Scott Roseberry & Sai Narain

Episode 235: Ethical Considerations in AI Implementation for the Fire Service with Scott Roseberry & Sai Narain

What's the future of AI in the fire service? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How is AI transforming fire service operations? How does AI enhance EMS for better patient care and safety? How can AI act as a virtual assistant for first responders? Hear from Scott Roseberry - th

Aug 8, 2024 • 37:07

Episode 234: Innovation in Identifying Wildfires: Insights from Be The Change Analytics with John Krasowski

Episode 234: Innovation in Identifying Wildfires: Insights from Be The Change Analytics with John Krasowski

What issues are Be The Change Analytics working to solve? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How is Be The Change Analytics reducing wildfire risks and preserving ecosystems? How does rapid response protect first responders and the environment? Why are collaboration and unity th

Aug 6, 2024 • 19:20

Episode 233: Supporting Firefighter Wellness: The Power of FirstNet by AT&T with Ryan Fields-Spack

Episode 233: Supporting Firefighter Wellness: The Power of FirstNet by AT&T with Ryan Fields-Spack

How does FirstNet support firefighter wellness? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How is AT&T revolutionizing public safety communications? How does FirstNet offer unmatched priority and preemption for emergency responders? Discover new opportunities within the FirstNet ecosyste

Jul 26, 2024 • 24:42

Episode 232: Innovating Wildfire Solutions: The American Family Insurance & XPRIZE Partnership with Stephanie Mueller

Episode 232: Innovating Wildfire Solutions: The American Family Insurance & XPRIZE Partnership with Stephanie Mueller

How can we decrease the frequency and severity of wildfires? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How American Family Insurance & XPRIZE are joining forces to combat wildfires with cutting-edge tech Protecting homes and ecosystems through innovation and collaboration Investing in

Jul 19, 2024 • 13:24

Episode 231: Addressing Divisiveness & Promoting Kindness in the Fire Service with Ron Kuley

Episode 231: Addressing Divisiveness & Promoting Kindness in the Fire Service with Ron Kuley

When was the last time you got screened for cancer or cardiovascular issues? Here's why sooner is better than later: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: The vital role of early detection in firefighter health How United Diagnostics is leading the way in cancer and cardiovascular sc

Jul 11, 2024 • 16:42

Episode 230: Expanding Emergency Response: FirstNet’s Marine Division with Fred Scalera

Episode 230: Expanding Emergency Response: FirstNet’s Marine Division with Fred Scalera

How does AT&T's new Marine Division enhance response capabilities in water-based environments? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Innovative solutions for emergency communications How FirstNet is enhancing response capabilities for water-based emergencies How are FirstNet and AT&

Jul 3, 2024 • 20:33

Episode 229: Tablet Command: Rethinking Incident Command with Operationally Relevant Technology with Will Pigeon

Episode 229: Tablet Command: Rethinking Incident Command with Operationally Relevant Technology with Will Pigeon

Accountability in the fire service means knowing what you're accounting for, where you are, where your crew is, and what's going on around you. Here's how Tablet Command can help: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How does Tablet Command integrate with CADs and provide early notif

Jun 27, 2024 • 51:32

Episode 228: Navigating Fire Culture & Hazards at COG - The Importance of Psychological Assessment in the Fire Service with Dr. Burton Clark

Episode 228: Navigating Fire Culture & Hazards at COG - The Importance of Psychological Assessment in the Fire Service with Dr. Burton Clark

How can we better understand firefighters' behavior - and why do we need to? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Emphasizing the importance of psychological assessment in the fire service to understand firefighter behavior How early detection screening is the key to mitigating occu

Jun 20, 2024 • 27:03

Episode 227: User-Friendly Software & Hardware: Innovating Public Safety Tech with Cole Fox

Episode 227: User-Friendly Software & Hardware: Innovating Public Safety Tech with Cole Fox

How can the customer help improve software functionality? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jun 13, 2024 • 31:11

Episode 226: Drones in Law Enforcement: A New Perspective with Gerald Baum

Episode 226: Drones in Law Enforcement: A New Perspective with Gerald Baum

Can drones help catch criminals? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠

Jun 11, 2024 • 16:22

Episode 225: Elevating Safety: Setting First Responders up for Success with Drones with Jon McBride

Episode 225: Elevating Safety: Setting First Responders up for Success with Drones with Jon McBride

Here's some insight into the controversy around Chinese-made drones: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jun 6, 2024 • 33:49

Episode 224: Flying Forward: Training & Best Practices for Public Safety Aviation with David Danielson

Episode 224: Flying Forward: Training & Best Practices for Public Safety Aviation with David Danielson

What's the value of drone programs? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jun 4, 2024 • 36:19

Episode 223: From Crawling to Flying: Bio-Inspired Robotics with Heiko Kabutz

Episode 223: From Crawling to Flying: Bio-Inspired Robotics with Heiko Kabutz

What can we learn from cockroaches and spiders? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at

May 30, 2024 • 17:25

Episode 222: TAK: Colorado’s Blueprint for Public Safety with Bob Gann

Episode 222: TAK: Colorado’s Blueprint for Public Safety with Bob Gann

Why should TAK become a default tool for public safety operations? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by

May 28, 2024 • 22:56

Episode 221: Collaborative Skies: Public Safety Aviation with Coitt Kessler

Episode 221: Collaborative Skies: Public Safety Aviation with Coitt Kessler

How is the shift towards collaboration and data-driven decision-making transforming the public safety industry? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

May 23, 2024 • 20:23

Episode 220: FAA & First Responders: A Flying Alliance with Michael O’Shea

Episode 220: FAA & First Responders: A Flying Alliance with Michael O’Shea

How has the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) evolved, and what's their focus now? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

May 21, 2024 • 20:25

Episode 219: From Games to Lifesaving Simulations: The Zephyr Training Story with Kyle Bishop

Episode 219: From Games to Lifesaving Simulations: The Zephyr Training Story with Kyle Bishop

What is the Zephyr Drone Simulator? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠⁠

May 16, 2024 • 12:19

Episode 218: Innovating Wildfire Response with XPRIZE with Jay Stalnacker, Denise Smith & Mike Cox

Episode 218: Innovating Wildfire Response with XPRIZE with Jay Stalnacker, Denise Smith & Mike Cox

What is the XPRIZE Wildfire competition? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're hitting pause on our Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series right now to bring you an episode from FDIC... In this episode: How the XPPRIZE Wildfire competition incentives technology developers to solve the wildfire proble

May 15, 2024 • 15:50

Episode 217: Creative Rescues: Drones & Robots at FDNY with Scott Schmidt & Frank Montana

Episode 217: Creative Rescues: Drones & Robots at FDNY with Scott Schmidt & Frank Montana

Why are creativity and curiosity critical for robotics? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gra

May 9, 2024 • 29:51

Episode 216: Tech Meets Tradition: Rethinking Boston Fire with Robots with Michael Pavone

Episode 216: Tech Meets Tradition: Rethinking Boston Fire with Robots with Michael Pavone

How have drones been effectively used in search and rescue operations? Here's some examples: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ a

May 7, 2024 • 14:36

Episode 215: Unified Vision: TAK Transforming Public Safety Response with Brandon Alberd

Episode 215: Unified Vision: TAK Transforming Public Safety Response with Brandon Alberd

Want to collaborate with different agencies? Then use TAK... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite

May 2, 2024 • 16:59

Episode 214: NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) Webinar

Episode 214: NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) Webinar

Hear from NASA on National Drone Safety Day: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're hitting pause on the Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series to share a one-time special edition of a webinar that was posted the week of April 22, 2024. Today, you will hear from public safety industry professionals who

Apr 30, 2024 • 1:35:52

Episode 213: Wildlife Rescue: Drones Safeguarding Nature in Texas Parks with Matthew Bridgefarmer

Episode 213: Wildlife Rescue: Drones Safeguarding Nature in Texas Parks with Matthew Bridgefarmer

How to avoid risking human lives: employ drones... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and s

Apr 25, 2024 • 21:39

Episode 212: Beyond Ambulances: Drones Transforming EMS with Chris Lester

Episode 212: Beyond Ambulances: Drones Transforming EMS with Chris Lester

EMS operations involve more than just ambulances... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and showca

Apr 23, 2024 • 18:39

Episode 211: RED Team's Drone Usage to Elevate Safety for Austin Fire Department with Jason Burnside

Episode 211: RED Team's Drone Usage to Elevate Safety for Austin Fire Department with Jason Burnside

How are aerial drones a cost-effective and accessible tool for public safety? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite Def

Apr 18, 2024 • 17:58

Episode 210: Designing Software to Save Lives: DroneSense's Mission with Charles Herrin

Episode 210: Designing Software to Save Lives: DroneSense's Mission with Charles Herrin

When developing software for public safety, what do you need? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠⁠, and showcase

Apr 16, 2024 • 13:59

Episode 209: The VTOL Evolution: A New Era of Rescue with Greg Lary

Episode 209: The VTOL Evolution: A New Era of Rescue with Greg Lary

What's an affordable and safe alternative to traditional helicopters for public safety agencies? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠Gr

Apr 11, 2024 • 11:42

Episode 208: Navigating Safety: Drones' New Horizons with Raymond Sheh, Jordan Odell & Syed Izzat Ullah

Episode 208: Navigating Safety: Drones' New Horizons with Raymond Sheh, Jordan Odell & Syed Izzat Ullah

How can you manage risk and prevent failures? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠, and showcased the use of robotics

Apr 9, 2024 • 27:11

Episode 207: Above & Beyond: The Use of Robots in Current & Future FDNY Operations with Michael Leo & Fred Carlson

Episode 207: Above & Beyond: The Use of Robots in Current & Future FDNY Operations with Michael Leo & Fred Carlson

How does the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) use drones? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode ⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠ and by our friends at ⁠Granite Defense⁠, and showcased the use of

Apr 4, 2024 • 29:12

Episode 206: Flying Beyond Fires: How Drones Help First Responders Save Lives with Bobby Ortiz

Episode 206: Flying Beyond Fires: How Drones Help First Responders Save Lives with Bobby Ortiz

What fire department challenges can be addressed with drones and robots? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Welcome to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the

Apr 2, 2024 • 21:22

Episode 205: Mapping as a Superpower: GIS within Fire Service Operations in San Bernardino with Erin Opliger

Episode 205: Mapping as a Superpower: GIS within Fire Service Operations in San Bernardino with Erin Opliger

How can fire departments leverage software tools that enhance situational awareness and embrace data-driven decision making? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How San Bernardino's fire department uses GIS for situational awareness and public safety The value of Intterra in firef

Mar 28, 2024 • 21:24

Episode 204: Commanding the Digital Battlefield: TAK's Revolution in Public Safety with Ryan McLean

Episode 204: Commanding the Digital Battlefield: TAK's Revolution in Public Safety with Ryan McLean

Let's talk TAK (Tactical Assault Kit)... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How TAK transforms public safety with shared awareness and strategic visualization Insights around how TAK speeds up high-quality decisions for tactical end users How open-source and AI advancements are

Mar 21, 2024 • 58:42

Episode 203: Harnessing Virtual Reality for a New Era in Firefighter Training with Rick Huffman

Episode 203: Harnessing Virtual Reality for a New Era in Firefighter Training with Rick Huffman

What provides realistic experiences and allows for practicing in high-risk scenarios? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠⁠⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠⁠⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementatio

Mar 14, 2024 • 23:20

Episode 202: Firefighting in the Digital Age: Insights on How to Embrace Innovation with Shawn Downs

Episode 202: Firefighting in the Digital Age: Insights on How to Embrace Innovation with Shawn Downs

Embracing technology requires a mindset of evolution, not revolution... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology

Mar 7, 2024 • 59:52

Episode 201: Fight Fires, Not Software: A New Way to Embrace Fire Service Management with Marcus Edwards

Episode 201: Fight Fires, Not Software: A New Way to Embrace Fire Service Management with Marcus Edwards

How is Stationwise setting the bar for integration, efficiency, and user experience in emergency services? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practi

Feb 29, 2024 • 28:48

Episode 200: Bridging Tradition & Innovation: Chief David Povlitz on the Fire Service Evolution

Episode 200: Bridging Tradition & Innovation: Chief David Povlitz on the Fire Service Evolution

Technology should just enhance, not replace, firefighters. Here's how: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! The Technology Summit International (TSI), held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology in fi

Feb 23, 2024 • 27:03

Episode 199: Innovating Policing: How Humble PD Utilizes Drone Technology with Officer Kent Guidry

Episode 199: Innovating Policing: How Humble PD Utilizes Drone Technology with Officer Kent Guidry

What are the keys to successful drone implementation? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Discover how drone technology can further evolve to meet the unique challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in different environments Learn about the journey to drone integration, includi

Feb 15, 2024 • 55:38

Episode 198: Eyes in the Sky: Indiana DHS's Innovative Drone Program with Mike White

Episode 198: Eyes in the Sky: Indiana DHS's Innovative Drone Program with Mike White

What are the challenges in drone implementation? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Understand the context into how drones enhance officer safety by providing situational awareness, recon, and overwatch capabilities Learn the importance of choosing the right drone platform for a s

Feb 8, 2024 • 39:19

Episode 197: Unseen Paths: SYSNAV’s Infrastructure-Free Positioning with the SYSNAV team

Episode 197: Unseen Paths: SYSNAV’s Infrastructure-Free Positioning with the SYSNAV team

From underground facilities to an urban canyon... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠

Feb 1, 2024 • 12:53

Episode 196: Behind the Fire Line: First Responder Perspectives on Old & New Technology Value with Chris Moon & Seth Burton

Episode 196: Behind the Fire Line: First Responder Perspectives on Old & New Technology Value with Chris Moon & Seth Burton

Two firefighters' two cents: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition

Jan 25, 2024 • 12:56

Episode 195: Tech Talks: The Rolfson Father-Daughter Duo on Innovation & Opportunities with Dale & Abi Rolfson

Episode 195: Tech Talks: The Rolfson Father-Daughter Duo on Innovation & Opportunities with Dale & Abi Rolfson

A father-daughter conversation: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competitio

Jan 18, 2024 • 21:08

Episode 194: Safety in the Skies: Inside the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit with Preston Culver

Episode 194: Safety in the Skies: Inside the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit with Preston Culver

Why attend the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're taking a quick pause from our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series to share how attending the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit (March 4-7, 2024) can help you stay updated on the latest technology, training m

Jan 16, 2024 • 40:38

Episode 193: SMART Systems for Saving Lives: A 3D Vision for First Responders with Kirk Mckinzie

Episode 193: SMART Systems for Saving Lives: A 3D Vision for First Responders with Kirk Mckinzie

How can first responders use mixed reality? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jan 11, 2024 • 22:44

Episode 192: Frontlines of Innovation: Bridging Crisis Management and Healthcare with Ari Rosen

Episode 192: Frontlines of Innovation: Bridging Crisis Management and Healthcare with Ari Rosen

How can technology save lives? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is

Jan 9, 2024 • 21:33

Episode 191: Collaborative Control: How TurnRock Labs is Innovating in Robotics & Automation with Brenan Lundquist

Episode 191: Collaborative Control: How TurnRock Labs is Innovating in Robotics & Automation with Brenan Lundquist

A peep into a robotics revolution: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition i

Jan 4, 2024 • 17:03

Episode 190: Visualizing Safety: Immersive Virtual Analytics with BadVR & Jad Meouchy

Episode 190: Visualizing Safety: Immersive Virtual Analytics with BadVR & Jad Meouchy

What are immersive analytics? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is desi

Dec 28, 2023 • 14:18

Episode 189: Precision in Practice: First Responder Tracking & Training with Andrew Power

Episode 189: Precision in Practice: First Responder Tracking & Training with Andrew Power

The best way to train first responders: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition

Dec 21, 2023 • 17:22

Episode 188: Law Enforcement & Localization: Bridging the Technical Gaps with Officer John Newcomer

Episode 188: Law Enforcement & Localization: Bridging the Technical Gaps with Officer John Newcomer

How should law enforcement integrate new technologies? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dec 14, 2023 • 20:05

Episode 187: Navigating Safety: Innovation at the Frontline with Michael IIsbroux

Episode 187: Navigating Safety: Innovation at the Frontline with Michael IIsbroux

How can you use your smartphone as a safety tool? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ compet

Dec 12, 2023 • 11:56

Episode 186: TechXEvents: Experiencing Innovation in Action with Tammy McLean

Episode 186: TechXEvents: Experiencing Innovation in Action with Tammy McLean

Why does hands-on tech experience matter? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is d

Dec 7, 2023 • 30:44

Episode 185: Augmented Reality: A New Vision for First Responders with Yohan Baillot

Episode 185: Augmented Reality: A New Vision for First Responders with Yohan Baillot

What is the value of AR for first responders? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is

Nov 30, 2023 • 23:57

Episode 184: Firefighting's Front Line: Technology Meets Tradition with Bryan Bailey

Episode 184: Firefighting's Front Line: Technology Meets Tradition with Bryan Bailey

Why actually listen to first responders? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠ competition is design

Nov 22, 2023 • 14:45

Episode 183: Designing the Present & Future Network: Meeting the Needs of First Responders with Gary McCarraher

Episode 183: Designing the Present & Future Network: Meeting the Needs of First Responders with Gary McCarraher

A peek inside FirstNet Authority: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠ competition is designed to pin

Nov 16, 2023 • 22:27

Episode 182: From Data to Wisdom: Unlocking Operational Insights with Alex Gorsuch

Episode 182: From Data to Wisdom: Unlocking Operational Insights with Alex Gorsuch

“Potatoes sit in the barn until you have a recipe.” → It's not just about collecting data, but about making it meaningful for real-world applications... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational a

Nov 14, 2023 • 22:38

Episode 181: Rethinking Public Safety Funding: Integrating Safety as a KPI with Stefan Truthän

Episode 181: Rethinking Public Safety Funding: Integrating Safety as a KPI with Stefan Truthän

How can I explain the sea to a frog that has never left its pond? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the FRST Challenge c

Nov 9, 2023 • 20:54

Episode 180: Cleanse the Risk: Harnessing Nature to Combat Firefighter Carcinogens with Dee Howard

Episode 180: Cleanse the Risk: Harnessing Nature to Combat Firefighter Carcinogens with Dee Howard

Is your shower soap good enough? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠⁠⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠⁠⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠⁠⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠⁠⁠. Each summer, thousands of the most promin

Oct 31, 2023 • 13:06

Episode 179: Beyond the Data: Gaining Operational Insights for Enhanced Risk & Response with Robert Edson

Episode 179: Beyond the Data: Gaining Operational Insights for Enhanced Risk & Response with Robert Edson

A company that's changing the fire service: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠⁠. Each summer, thousands of the most

Oct 26, 2023 • 16:58

Episode 178: An Audacious Effort to End Destructive Wildfires with Jay Stalnacker

Episode 178: An Audacious Effort to End Destructive Wildfires with Jay Stalnacker

$11 MILLION PRIZE! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! We're taking a quick pause from our FRI Mini Series to tell you why you should join a team for XPrize's upcoming competition! In this episode: What is the XPrize competition? Rethinking how to fight wildfires using space and autonomous response

Oct 23, 2023 • 52:10

Episode 177: Silent Signals: Reimagining Alert Systems to Safeguard Firefighter Health with Blake Richardson

Episode 177: Silent Signals: Reimagining Alert Systems to Safeguard Firefighter Health with Blake Richardson

How can you prevent line of duty death by heart attack? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠. Each summer, thousands of

Oct 19, 2023 • 10:42

Episode 176: Character First: Redefining Recruitment in the Modern Fire Service with Dave Robertson

Episode 176: Character First: Redefining Recruitment in the Modern Fire Service with Dave Robertson

What are character-led hiring practices? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent f

Oct 17, 2023 • 19:31

Episode 175: Frontline Communication: Amplifying Mesh Networks for Resilient Outreach with Andrew Delaney

Episode 175: Frontline Communication: Amplifying Mesh Networks for Resilient Outreach with Andrew Delaney

How can you quickly operate independently when networks are down? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousand

Oct 12, 2023 • 13:05

Episode 174: On-the-Spot Intel: Modern Tools for Immediate Response & Accountability with Rob DeVaun

Episode 174: On-the-Spot Intel: Modern Tools for Immediate Response & Accountability with Rob DeVaun

Why is it important to know what's on-scene during emergency operations? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, t

Oct 5, 2023 • 11:48

Episode 173: Beyond the Call: Redundant & Resilient Fire Service Communications with Rory McCabe

Episode 173: Beyond the Call: Redundant & Resilient Fire Service Communications with Rory McCabe

What does the Canadian Olympic torch relay have to do with our guest?🧐 Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, th

Sep 28, 2023 • 14:09

Episode 172: Balancing Tech & Tactic: The Fire Service’s AI Ethical Compass with Bart van Leeuwen

Episode 172: Balancing Tech & Tactic: The Fire Service’s AI Ethical Compass with Bart van Leeuwen

How can we offload human cognition if we do not fully understand the tasks yet? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each su

Sep 21, 2023 • 23:04

Episode 171: Guarding Our First Responders: The Evolution of Health & Wellness Protocols with Cindy Ell

Episode 171: Guarding Our First Responders: The Evolution of Health & Wellness Protocols with Cindy Ell

How does technology relate to health and wellness? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most p

Sep 14, 2023 • 21:38

Episode 170: Unlocking Community Resilience: The Power of CRR Technologies with Brent Faulkner

Episode 170: Unlocking Community Resilience: The Power of CRR Technologies with Brent Faulkner

Here's a few ways to integrate simple technologies for Community Risk Reduction: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each s

Sep 7, 2023 • 18:57

Episode 169: The Soul Moves First - A Spotlight on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hospital in Chicago with Allen Heinemann

Episode 169: The Soul Moves First - A Spotlight on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hospital in Chicago with Allen Heinemann

Help Kevin reach his fundraising goal before the Chicago Marathon on 10/8/23! (link below:) Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Where do your donations to Kevin's Chicago Marathon fundraiser go? What makes Shirley Ryan AbilityLab the top rehab hospital in the world? Examples of u

Aug 31, 2023 • 31:32

Episode 168: Enhancing the Learning Journey in the Fire Service with Immersive Learning with Ken Willette

Episode 168: Enhancing the Learning Journey in the Fire Service with Immersive Learning with Ken Willette

What's the difference between tools and toys? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What does the future of the Smart Fire Academy look like? How to build muscle memory with new immersive learning tools Insight into NAFTD & NFPA’s Firefighter’s Immersive Learning Environment (FILE)

Aug 10, 2023 • 29:28

Episode 167: Practical Research & Implementation to Move the Fire Service Forward with Paul Siebert

Episode 167: Practical Research & Implementation to Move the Fire Service Forward with Paul Siebert

How can we progress when much of what we do is rooted in tradition? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Debunking the perceptions around tradition in fire service The evolving impact of the NIST & NFPA Roadmap to the Future of Smart Firefighting Report Developments at the TEEX Te

Aug 3, 2023 • 30:22

Episode 166: Practice How You Play - Leveraging Technology for Future Training & Incident Command Operations with Scott Yurczyk

Episode 166: Practice How You Play - Leveraging Technology for Future Training & Incident Command Operations with Scott Yurczyk

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: The challenges and opportunities in training the 2023 Fire Service The importance of knowing where your people are and how they’re doing How to leverage technology to elevate first resp

Jul 27, 2023 • 45:57

Episode 165: A Positive Attitude & Good Data for the Fire Service with Eddie Buchanan

Episode 165: A Positive Attitude & Good Data for the Fire Service with Eddie Buchanan

What lessons has this drummer learned & applied to firefighting? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to blend evolving tactics and a data mindset How to leverage data before, during, and after an incident Why an open mind is crucial for using technology Hit play now to hear

Jul 20, 2023 • 46:52

Episode 164: Leveraging TAK to Develop a Shared Consciousness for the Fire Service with Andreas "AJ" Johansson

Episode 164: Leveraging TAK to Develop a Shared Consciousness for the Fire Service with Andreas "AJ" Johansson

What does situational awareness really mean? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) and how can the fire service use it? Tips for avoiding cognitive overload during first responder operations Why will a shared consciousness boost the fire service

Jul 13, 2023 • 45:07

Episode 163: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Emmanuel Joel & Cyril Ajayi

Episode 163: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Emmanuel Joel & Cyril Ajayi

Part 12 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspirati

Jul 6, 2023 • 20:30

Episode 162: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Jason Pennington

Episode 162: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Jason Pennington

Part 11 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspirati

Jun 29, 2023 • 15:14

Episode 161: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Chris Moon

Episode 161: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Chris Moon

Part 10 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspirati

Jun 26, 2023 • 9:47

Episode 160: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Mendolia & Jonathan Szabo-Bodennec

Episode 160: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Mendolia & Jonathan Szabo-Bodennec

Part 9 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

Jun 8, 2023 • 12:46

Episode 159: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Sterling Folden

Episode 159: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Sterling Folden

Part 8 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

Jun 1, 2023 • 11:19

Episode 158: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Officer John Newcomer

Episode 158: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Officer John Newcomer

Part 7 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

May 25, 2023 • 8:49

Episode 157: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Andrew Power

Episode 157: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Andrew Power

Part 6 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

May 18, 2023 • 12:02

Episode 156: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Ilsbroux

Episode 156: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Ilsbroux

Part 5 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiration

May 11, 2023 • 13:52

Episode 155: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Eric Steimle

Episode 155: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Eric Steimle

Part 4 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

May 4, 2023 • 13:23

Episode 154: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Seth Burton

Episode 154: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Seth Burton

Part 3 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

Apr 27, 2023 • 6:47

Episode 153: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Alex Gorsuch

Episode 153: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Alex Gorsuch

Part 2 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

Apr 18, 2023 • 18:52

Episode 152: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Dale Rolfson

Episode 152: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Dale Rolfson

Part 1 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety? What are the end goal aspiratio

Apr 13, 2023 • 13:11

Episode 151: Playing with Fire to Create a Fire Safe World with Wojciech Węgrzyński

Episode 151: Playing with Fire to Create a Fire Safe World with Wojciech Węgrzyński

How can we translate science into action? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: Is it possible to create a fire safe world? Why is communication between prevention and response stakeholders so important? How to keep asking "Why?" until you can't anymore Fire Safety Engineer Wojcie

Mar 23, 2023 • 52:06

Episode 150: Change Management & The Fire Service Culture with Danny Kistner

Episode 150: Change Management & The Fire Service Culture with Danny Kistner

Here's some tips for positively transforming your fire house's culture: Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is change management of technology? Why fire service leadership starts from the top down How to implement real change in the fire service Learn from the expert in dyn

Mar 17, 2023 • 30:40

Episode 149: How First Responders Can Use Technology to Fit Into PPE Masks Better with Mike Gugino

Episode 149: How First Responders Can Use Technology to Fit Into PPE Masks Better with Mike Gugino

Why do masks never seem to fit right?! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What is 3D Fit? The challenges of masks fitting properly on public health & safety workers How technology can improve the fit of masks Find out from Mike Gugino, inventor of 3D FIT! Mike has worked in the

Mar 11, 2023 • 15:56

Episode 148: How to be a Leader of Change in the Fire Service with Jeff Buchanan

Episode 148: How to be a Leader of Change in the Fire Service with Jeff Buchanan

Here's how to remain true to yourself as you move up the ranks of the fire service. Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to have a healthy balance of disagreement amongst peers Various tactics to become a better leader Why does change management of technology matter? Learn fr

Mar 2, 2023 • 37:02

Episode 147: Risks & Wonders of Artificial Intelligence in Public Safety with Bart van Leeuwen

Episode 147: Risks & Wonders of Artificial Intelligence in Public Safety with Bart van Leeuwen

Want to know about emerging cases of AI? You're in the right place... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: What’s the difference between narrow vs broad AI? What is hybrid intelligence? What does true innovation mean? Find out from Bart van Leeuwen - owner of Netage B.V., Station

Feb 23, 2023 • 40:32

Episode 146: Using Immersive Technology to Train Future Firefighters with Travis Adkison

Episode 146: Using Immersive Technology to Train Future Firefighters with Travis Adkison

What is arguably the most important skill for firefighting? Problem solving.  Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How can classrooms integrate technology? How can we adapt along with the evolving fire service? How can education systems teach better problem solving? Hear from Wes

Feb 16, 2023 • 35:03

Episode 145: Introducing Technology to Empower the Indian Fire Service with Udit Agrawal

Episode 145: Introducing Technology to Empower the Indian Fire Service with Udit Agrawal

Bringing everyday solutions to the South Asian Fire Service... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: How to ask customers the right questions How to ensure solutions consider local & cultural contexts The history & evolution of Brijbasi Get in the know with Udit Agrawal - the Dire

Jan 20, 2023 • 16:37

Episode 144: How TEEX Testing & Innovation Center Fosters Progress with Ray Ivie | TSI Mini Series

Episode 144: How TEEX Testing & Innovation Center Fosters Progress with Ray Ivie | TSI Mini Series

Want to know how to get involved with advancing public safety? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the eighth episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s fire and eme

Jan 5, 2023 • 14:24

Episode 143: Technology As An Enabler for Public Safety with Stefan Truthän | TSI Mini Series

Episode 143: Technology As An Enabler for Public Safety with Stefan Truthän | TSI Mini Series

Since we cannot deinstall and reinstall the fire department... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the seventh episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s fire and em

Dec 30, 2022 • 27:29

Episode 142: Ensuring Relevant & Valuable Technology for Public Safety Operations with Sai Narain | TSI Mini Series

Episode 142: Ensuring Relevant & Valuable Technology for Public Safety Operations with Sai Narain | TSI Mini Series

How can we ensure that technology is relevant for public safety operations? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the sixth episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s

Dec 22, 2022 • 12:49

Episode 141: Advanced Technology to Address Real First Responder Problems with Andrew Leaman | TSI Mini Series

Episode 141: Advanced Technology to Address Real First Responder Problems with Andrew Leaman | TSI Mini Series

If we don't ask the hard questions, then we won't solve the hardest problems... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fifth episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to toda

Dec 16, 2022 • 18:00

Episode 140: Catalyzing First Responders with Technology Summit International with Scott Roseberry | TSI Mini Series

Episode 140: Catalyzing First Responders with Technology Summit International with Scott Roseberry | TSI Mini Series

Tech won't solve all of your problems, but will help you find solutions if you know how to use it... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fourth episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech

Nov 22, 2022 • 16:21

Episode 139: How Proactive CRR Efforts Improve Emergency Resource Allocation with Bryan Norris | TSI Mini Series

Episode 139: How Proactive CRR Efforts Improve Emergency Resource Allocation with Bryan Norris | TSI Mini Series

By the way: CRR = community risk reduction! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the third episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s fire and emergency service profe

Nov 17, 2022 • 13:00

Episode 138: How Public Safety Can Optimize Fire Ground Data & Decision-Making with Alex Gorsuch | TSI Mini Series

Episode 138: How Public Safety Can Optimize Fire Ground Data & Decision-Making with Alex Gorsuch | TSI Mini Series

How can you maximize brain power - and what does that really mean? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the second episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s fire and

Nov 8, 2022 • 13:46

Episode 137: Leveraging Free Tools to Empower Public Safety Operations with Cory Claborn | TSI Mini Series

Episode 137: Leveraging Free Tools to Empower Public Safety Operations with Cory Claborn | TSI Mini Series

Sometimes you don't need to go bigger, but just need to start small... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the first episode of our TSI Mini Series. Hosted in Texas during October 2022, Technology Summit International - IAFC's newest conference - brought the tech of the future to today’s fire

Nov 3, 2022 • 17:26

Episode 136: How Simulation Training Prepares First Responders for the Unknown with Emiel Stevens | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 136: How Simulation Training Prepares First Responders for the Unknown with Emiel Stevens | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Here's how to make mistakes in a safe learning environment... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the eleventh episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various a

Nov 1, 2022 • 13:38

Episode 135: How Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Can Help Save the World with Mike Cox | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 135: How Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Can Help Save the World with Mike Cox | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Fun fact: almost all first responders are already using GIS - they just may not know it! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the tenth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forum

Oct 19, 2022 • 21:18

Episode 134: Purpose-built Vehicles Tailored for First Responder Needs with Vic Naidu | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 134: Purpose-built Vehicles Tailored for First Responder Needs with Vic Naidu | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

How can we make sure new innovations are sustainable? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the ninth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various aspects of f

Oct 13, 2022 • 11:15

Episode 133: Recruitment, Training & Mental Health: How to Embrace Immersive Learning Technology with Evan Wing | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 133: Recruitment, Training & Mental Health: How to Embrace Immersive Learning Technology with Evan Wing | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

"Technology" and "change" do not need to be dirty words in the fire service... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the eighth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums coverin

Oct 11, 2022 • 33:57

Episode 132: TEEX Testing & Innovation Center Pushes New Technology for First Responders to the Limits with Jason Moats

Episode 132: TEEX Testing & Innovation Center Pushes New Technology for First Responders to the Limits with Jason Moats

How can you build a solution around the problem instead of trying to play the matching game? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is TEEX Testing and Innovation Center (TT & IC)? - Why is it important to get 3rd party validation? - How can we work with stakeholders to transfer t

Oct 6, 2022 • 43:22

Episode 131: How DHS S&T is Evolving Operational Environments with Project Responder 6 with Paul McDonagh | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 131: How DHS S&T is Evolving Operational Environments with Project Responder 6 with Paul McDonagh | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Get the inside scoop on the Department of Homeland Security's recently-released Project Responder 6 (PR6)... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the seventh episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitio

Oct 4, 2022 • 24:53

Episode 130: Technology Summit International from IAFC Calls All Public Safety Innovators with Chiefs Dan Munsey & Jeff Dulin

Episode 130: Technology Summit International from IAFC Calls All Public Safety Innovators with Chiefs Dan Munsey & Jeff Dulin

Did you know that IAFC has a new conference? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the Technology Summit International from IAFC? - Why all public safety innovators should attend - How can you get involved with the technology council? SFF got to hear from Fire Chiefs Dan Munse

Sep 27, 2022 • 16:56

Episode 129: Leading with Curiosity & Empathy to Support the International Fire Service with Mohanned Awad | Interschutz Mini Series 2022

Episode 129: Leading with Curiosity & Empathy to Support the International Fire Service with Mohanned Awad | Interschutz Mini Series 2022

Your wins are your team's wins, so you should build a strong team around you and never forget to have fun! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the sixth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions p

Sep 9, 2022 • 36:45

Episode 128: Leveraging Technology to Increase Speed in the Fire Service with Peter Dekkers | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 128: Leveraging Technology to Increase Speed in the Fire Service with Peter Dekkers | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

How can technological innovations embrace the voice of the customer - or in this case, of the fire service? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fifth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions

Aug 23, 2022 • 23:38

Episode 127: Overcome & Thrive as a Female in the Fire Service with Amy Hanifan | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 127: Overcome & Thrive as a Female in the Fire Service with Amy Hanifan | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Hear from THE voice of women in the fire service... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fourth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various aspects of fi

Aug 16, 2022 • 15:37

Episode 126: A Simple Solution - How to Manage Solar Panels During Fires with Jim Foran | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 126: A Simple Solution - How to Manage Solar Panels During Fires with Jim Foran | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Here's the inside scoop on the ingenious product that safely handles electrical risks from solar panels during a fire... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the third episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included

Aug 8, 2022 • 29:12

Episode 125: Evaluating the Evolving Landscapes to Support First Responder Operations with Dan Cotter | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 125: Evaluating the Evolving Landscapes to Support First Responder Operations with Dan Cotter | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Why hasn't more research looked at threats from the first responder's point of view? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the second episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums c

Jul 27, 2022 • 28:16

Episode 124: The Power of Listening to the Fire Service with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

Episode 124: The Power of Listening to the Fire Service with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series

A glimpse into the state of the international fire service... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the first episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various aspe

Jul 14, 2022 • 23:37

Episode 123: Using Available Technology & Data to Improve Operational Insights in the Fire Service with Bob Horton

Episode 123: Using Available Technology & Data to Improve Operational Insights in the Fire Service with Bob Horton

Information the fire service needs may already be available, so how can it be optimized? Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - How can we use data to get ahead of the incident before first responders arrive on the scene? - Should we view the incident command operational picture from a

Jun 6, 2022 • 55:00

Episode 122: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Jared Doke

Episode 122: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Jared Doke

This is the seventh and final episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new te

May 10, 2022 • 13:04

Episode 121: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Greg Schofield

Episode 121: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Greg Schofield

This is the sixth episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new technology int

May 5, 2022 • 19:18

Episode 120: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Eric Kant

Episode 120: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Eric Kant

This is the fifth episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new technology int

May 3, 2022 • 23:32

Episode 119: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Dr. Charles Jennings

Episode 119: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Dr. Charles Jennings

This is the fourth episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new technology in

Apr 28, 2022 • 30:43

Episode 118: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chad Wallace

Episode 118: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chad Wallace

This is the third episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new technology int

Apr 26, 2022 • 17:58

Episode 117: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chief Tom Synan

Episode 117: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chief Tom Synan

This is our second episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series!  Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How can entrepreneurs bring new technology i

Apr 19, 2022 • 18:31

Episode 116: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chad Beam

Episode 116: Breaking Down the FRST Challenge with Chad Beam

This is the first episode of our FRST Challenge Breakdown Mini Series! Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the value of 3D tracking for law enforcement? - How can the FRST Challenge support innovation for all first responders? - How entrepreneurs can bring new technology int

Apr 18, 2022 • 16:33

Episode 115: The Evolving Landscape of the Human-Tech Interface with Ori Inbar

Episode 115: The Evolving Landscape of the Human-Tech Interface with Ori Inbar

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Want to learn a thing or two about augmented reality? Then take a listen... Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What is the changing landscape of XR tech & its impacts on public safety? - How has human-computer interactions to human-world interactions evolved? - A message for aspiri

Mar 10, 2022 • 34:00

Episode 114: Immersive Learning Technologies for Safety Training with Ruggiero Lovreglio

Episode 114: Immersive Learning Technologies for Safety Training with Ruggiero Lovreglio

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Why do humans do what they do during disasters? Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service & technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - How does instinct impact training? - What is the decision-making process during emergencies? - How is technology enhancing evacuation & human behavior during disasters? Learn about human behavior durin

Mar 3, 2022 • 32:03

Episode 113: Current State of the Fire House Psyche - A New Spin from CRACKYL with Kory Pearn & Matt Rumas

Episode 113: Current State of the Fire House Psyche - A New Spin from CRACKYL with Kory Pearn & Matt Rumas

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! How can we better the firefighter culture to accept that it is okay to not be okay? Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What are the 6 pillars of the firefighter lifestyle? - What is the physical & mental health of the fire house in 2022? - How CRACKYL was built by the fire service,

Feb 25, 2022 • 44:13

Episode 112: Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit 2022: A Preview with Preston Culver

Episode 112: Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit 2022: A Preview with Preston Culver

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! It's time to think of drones as another tool in the toolbox that can help first responders do their jobs more efficiently... Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - What value can your department gain from a drone program? - What is the evolution of drones in the fire industry? - What i

Feb 17, 2022 • 29:25

Episode 111: Using Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS) to Fight Fires & Cancer with Gary Baum

Episode 111: Using Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS) to Fight Fires & Cancer with Gary Baum

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! This firefighter's equipment uses better tech than most fire departments to keep him safe from carcinogens... Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - Why are firefighters' current gas detection meters not enough? - What is a CAFS and why does the Class A foam differ? - What is the scien

Feb 10, 2022 • 36:25

Episode 110: A Simple Box Combats Fires Worldwide with Rick Goddard

Episode 110: A Simple Box Combats Fires Worldwide with Rick Goddard

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Should the U.S. be next to use centralized aerial technology to stop rampant wildfires? Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - Why is the U.S. falling behind other countries in adopting cost-effective, proven technologies? - How is Caylym stopping wildfires before they are out of contr

Feb 3, 2022 • 32:54

Episode 109: Leveraging Immersive Learning & Digital Engagement with Samantha Matthews

Episode 109: Leveraging Immersive Learning & Digital Engagement with Samantha Matthews

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Who says gamified content can't help first responders reduce risk? Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! In this episode: - How LOCI combines the human experience, our physical beings, & tech to enhance our lives - How web 3.0 technologies increase safety & efficiencies - How to build behavior-changing

Jan 27, 2022 • 57:35

Episode 108: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Dan Munsey & Stefan Truthän

Episode 108: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Dan Munsey & Stefan Truthän

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the 4th and final episode of our FRST Challenge Mini Series! It's time to understand the relationship between innovative engineering and public safety management, so let's hear from experts on both ends of the spectrum: "smart cities" visionary Stefan Truthä

Jan 20, 2022 • 26:06

Episode 107: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Jaap de Vries

Episode 107: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Jaap de Vries

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the 3rd episode of our FRST Challenge Mini Series! Here's how you can join Jaap de Vries, Ph.D. in creating a smarter, more resilient future for first responders... In this episode: - What is FRST Challenge? - Why do first responders need 3D tracking technol

Jan 18, 2022 • 11:57

Episode 106: First Responder Smart Technology (FRST) Challenge with Christian Tubbs

Episode 106: First Responder Smart Technology (FRST) Challenge with Christian Tubbs

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the 2nd episode of our FRST Challenge Mini Series! Who else understands the importance of location tracking better than the prior Logistician and Task Force Safety Officer (TFSO) who deployed the Washington State Urban Search and Rescue Team (WATF-1) to the

Jan 13, 2022 • 15:04

Episode 105: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Christopher Naum

Episode 105: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Christopher Naum

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the 1st episode of our FRST Challenge Mini Series! Tracking has long been a problem even though it's vital for operational safety, so innovators worldwide are working to improve first responders' lives everywhere... In this episode: - What is FRST Challenge?

Jan 11, 2022 • 30:01

Episode 104: EaseAlert: Tactile Firefighter Alerting System (FFAS) with Brad & Blake Richardson

Episode 104: EaseAlert: Tactile Firefighter Alerting System (FFAS) with Brad & Blake Richardson

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! How can alerting firefighters differently help them get in the zone? In this episode: - How do audible alerting systems affect a firefighter’s health? - How can tactile alerts improve efficiency for firefighters? - Why is alerting redundancy so important? And who be

Dec 3, 2021 • 25:27

Episode 103: Leveraging New Training for the 21st Century Firefighter with Evan Wing

Episode 103: Leveraging New Training for the 21st Century Firefighter with Evan Wing

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Firefighters do their part in ensuring our safety, so it's time we do our part and ensure theirs... In this episode: - How have fire service training tactics evolved with modern day technology? - What training challenges exist with current restrictions? - Why is it

Nov 23, 2021 • 32:54

Episode 102: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Sonny Kirkley

Episode 102: First Responder Smart Tracking (FRST) Challenge with Sonny Kirkley

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! CALLING ALL INNOVATORS!! Have you heard of the FRST challenge yet? In this episode: - What is the FRST challenge? - How to leverage the community to crowdsource the best innovation - Why you shouldn't be afraid to fail  SFF got to hear from innovator, entrepreneur a

Nov 18, 2021 • 36:58

Episode 101: TechX2021: Preparing for the Worst to Perform the Best with Tammy McLean

Episode 101: TechX2021: Preparing for the Worst to Perform the Best with Tammy McLean

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Imagine how many more lives could be saved if public safety training technologies mimicked real life crisis scenarios to more accurately prepare emergency responders. Well, Tammy McLean had the same thought... In this episode: - How is TechX unique? - Who should par

Nov 11, 2021 • 32:03

Episode 100: Thinking Differently About Community Risk Reduction with Joe Powers

Episode 100: Thinking Differently About Community Risk Reduction with Joe Powers

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! People tend to think that only the bad can teach a lesson, but wouldn't talking about the good also help keep the community safe? In this episode: - What is community risk reduction? - How can it be applied to improve safety? - How to do a risk assessment that helps

Nov 4, 2021 • 30:16

Episode 99: National Fallen Firefighter Foundation Supporting Past & Future Firefighters with Executive Director Chief Ron Siarnicki

Episode 99: National Fallen Firefighter Foundation Supporting Past & Future Firefighters with Executive Director Chief Ron Siarnicki

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! Just how does National Fallen Firefighter Foundation (NFFF) help firefighters, their families and fire departments? In this episode: - What is the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation’s core mission? - How to support and honor first responders - What are trends fo

Oct 27, 2021 • 47:48

Episode 98: Hickory Fire Department Addresses Interoperability Challenges with Marcus Scott, Matt Hutchinson and Jason Lowrance

Episode 98: Hickory Fire Department Addresses Interoperability Challenges with Marcus Scott, Matt Hutchinson and Jason Lowrance

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the final episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Attention all entrepreneurs looking to support first responders... In this episode: - What 21st-century communication challenges exist for buildings? - What's the unique issue when first

Oct 20, 2021 • 15:29

Episode 97: Behavioral Economics in the Fire Service with Dan Munsey and Scott Roseberry

Episode 97: Behavioral Economics in the Fire Service with Dan Munsey and Scott Roseberry

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the eighth episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Now what does behavioral economics have to do with the fire service? In this episode: - What is behavioral economics and how can we rethink the approach? - Explore the significance of fr

Oct 14, 2021 • 26:27

Episode 96: Authentic Storytelling for First Responders with Dillon Corbet

Episode 96: Authentic Storytelling for First Responders with Dillon Corbet

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the 7th episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Ever wanted to tell your story exactly how it is, but couldn't figure out how?  In this episode: - Why you shouldn't fake your story - How to engage with first responders where they are - T

Oct 12, 2021 • 7:35

Episode 95: Fotokite's Tethered Drones Maintain Eyes in the Skies with Nate Bazydlo & Bradford Morse

Episode 95: Fotokite's Tethered Drones Maintain Eyes in the Skies with Nate Bazydlo & Bradford Morse

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the sixth episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Want to learn how to fly with a click of a button? In this episode: - How can first responders maintain constant situational awareness while on scene? - How to avoid the need for a part 1

Oct 7, 2021 • 12:49

Episode 94: Decentralized Mesh Networks Advance Communication Abilities with Todd York

Episode 94: Decentralized Mesh Networks Advance Communication Abilities with Todd York

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fifth episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! What if we could extend coverage to the edge of current networks to provide reliable connectivity for first responders? Well, Hypha is already on it. In this episode: - How does wireless

Oct 6, 2021 • 11:24

Episode 93: Intelligent Nanofiber Cleans It All Up with Erik 'Skip' Moratzka

Episode 93: Intelligent Nanofiber Cleans It All Up with Erik 'Skip' Moratzka

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the fourth episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Ever heard of Intelligent Nanofiber Inc? In this episode: - How to prevent unnecessary toxic waste from getting into waterways - Why is the death of 1,000 cuts hurting our environment? -

Sep 30, 2021 • 11:35

Episode 92: Putting Innovation in the Hands of First Responders with David Blankinship and Brent VanKeulen

Episode 92: Putting Innovation in the Hands of First Responders with David Blankinship and Brent VanKeulen

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the third episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Why do so many technologies make first responders lives harder instead of easier?  In this episode: - How is Western States Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) evaluating and testing technolog

Sep 23, 2021 • 19:32

Episode 91: Effectively Navigating the Last Mile with 100 Feet with Vibhu Singh

Episode 91: Effectively Navigating the Last Mile with 100 Feet with Vibhu Singh

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is our second episode of our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Ever wonder why the pizza delivery guy can always get to the right door, but first responders can't? In this episode: - How can first responders get where they need to go by locating the

Sep 16, 2021 • 9:46

Episode 90: How FirstNet Authority Evolves for First Responders with Michael Varney

Episode 90: How FirstNet Authority Evolves for First Responders with Michael Varney

Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This episode is the first of many for our IAFC Technology Council Outreach Mini Series! Calling all entrepreneurs! Ever wonder how you can build on First Responder Network (FirstNet) Authority in ways that meet the ever-changing needs of first responders? In this episo

Sep 9, 2021 • 14:51

Episode 89: Innovation in Fire through Simplicity with Jay Johnson

Episode 89: Innovation in Fire through Simplicity with Jay Johnson

In this episode: - What is the goal of innovation? - How can we use the COVID crisis as a force for change? - How can we innovate on the fire truck? Guest Jay Johnson is the previous VP / General Manager of REV Technical Center and the current Senior Director for Marketing and Product Management at REV Fire Group, a leading designer and manufacturer of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services. He is a leader with a proven track record in global business development, strategi

Aug 4, 2021 • 44:14

Episode 88: Data, Location Tracking and A Call-to-Action for All Smart Firefighting Innovators with David Wild, Ph.D.

Episode 88: Data, Location Tracking and A Call-to-Action for All Smart Firefighting Innovators with David Wild, Ph.D.

In this episode: - Who is the Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab? - How to leverage your frustration into innovation - How can we use data more effectively in the fire service? - A call to action for all innovators David Wild is a researcher, practitioner, educator and author in data science, biomedical research and crisis technologies. He is Professor in the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering (SICE) at Indiana University where he has also founded and directed research initia

Jul 28, 2021 • 47:43

Episode 87: Jim Pauley CEO of the National Fire Protection Association

Episode 87: Jim Pauley CEO of the National Fire Protection Association

Jim Pauley is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Kevin sits down with Jim to discuss the NFPA, where the fire industry is heading, and how technology can keep firefighters safe.

May 25, 2021 • 37:52

Episode 86: More Than an LTE Network with Garry McCarraher

Episode 86: More Than an LTE Network with Garry McCarraher

What is the First Net Authority? Kevin and Garry dig into First Net and how it got started. They discuss how First Net can be a catalyst for innovation on the LTE network. It's not just big urban cities that benefit from the network, small-town rural fire departments can leverage these new capabilities to improve their infrastructure.

Apr 26, 2021 • 42:43

Episode 85: Debunking Myths In The Fire Service with Stephen Kerber

Episode 85: Debunking Myths In The Fire Service with Stephen Kerber

Breaking down the popular fire service myths:  -Put the wet stuff on the red stuff -Venting equals Cooling -Always attached the burning building from the unburned side -Fire Sprinkler destroy property -Fire doesn't discriminate With Stephen Kerber

Apr 13, 2021 • 40:38

Episode 84: The Evolution of Safety and the Purpose of the Fire Service with Dr. Burton Clark

Episode 84: The Evolution of Safety and the Purpose of the Fire Service with Dr. Burton Clark

In this podcast, we discuss: • Why the fire service must have the courage to lead the paradigm shift to an “Automatic Fire Protection Model” for the 21st century. • Exploring the Prometheus Paradox - If we can make fire we can learn to control fire. • The perception of fire across America along with the risks & benefits of fire to our society • How we must reinforce safety into the everyday actions of all firefighters • Why the fire service is the best career in the world Dr. Burton Clark Bio: h

Jan 27, 2021 • 58:18

Episode 83: Jaap De Vries and FM Global

Episode 83: Jaap De Vries and FM Global

Kevin sits down with Jaap de Vries VP Innovation, Science & Technology. They discuss the use how to use fire fundamentals to drive guidance on decision making. How to decrease or increase a fire. How to operationalize technology to drive innovation, risk reduction and overall safety goals. What is FM Global and how to get involved and much much more.

Dec 2, 2020 • 46:31

Episode 82: Interview with Caleb Holt

Episode 82: Interview with Caleb Holt

Kevin Sofen Interviews Caleb Holt on new technologies in the fire service. Safe Tech has their Pitch competition coming up sign up: http://bit.ly/stp-wsdarley

Oct 20, 2020 • 44:28

Smart Firefighting NAFTD Interview

Smart Firefighting NAFTD Interview

Kevin sits down with Ken Willette to recap of the first NAFTD virtual tradeshow, where are fire academies now? How has COVID forced changes? How technology can be an enabler for the fire training process What does the future smart fire training academy look like? How standard frameworks from NFPA can help ensure safety and spur innovation amongst industry, academia, and government. They Discuss the need for ecosystem engagement to spur conversations, engagement and sharing of best practices Ken

Sep 30, 2020 • 49:05

Data in the Fire Service

Data in the Fire Service

Data swirls around fire operations—resource deployment, turnout times, response times, minimum staffing levels, funding and exposures. Data also comes up when we’re asked to “prove” what we already know about our operational capability! But how do we capture this data, and how do we use it to make meaningful decisions?

Jun 16, 2020 • 1:05:08

Episode 81: Addressing Technology Adoption with Brian Ward from Georgia Pacific

Episode 81: Addressing Technology Adoption with Brian Ward from Georgia Pacific

Kevin sits down with Brian Ward Global Safety & Health, Manager Emergency Preparedness and Response Leader of Georgia Pacific to talk about technology adoption in the fire service. Covid-19 has shaken the world up and the first responder industry is no different. They discuss technology and what is being adopted into the services. They also discuss the reduced risk and efficiency increase from proper implementation.

Jun 9, 2020 • 24:43

Episode 80: Smart Cities in a World Full of Pandemics with Paul Doherty

Episode 80: Smart Cities in a World Full of Pandemics with Paul Doherty

Kevin sits down with Paul Doherty the President and CEO of The Digit Group, inc. They discuss the behavior changes to the new normal around corona virus. How will our decision-making change going forward? Has the pandemic caused designers of smart cities take a second look at their designs? Is it time to start building cities around life without automobiles? The Digit Group, inc is a company that provides industry-leading technology and management consulting services around the globe. Their deli

May 14, 2020 • 48:18

Episode 79: Understanding COVID19 From a First Responder Perspective with Bobby Halton

Episode 79: Understanding COVID19 From a First Responder Perspective with Bobby Halton

Kevin sits down with Bobby Halton, American Firefighter, to talk about COVID19 and how the fire service is changing to meet the challenge. They talk about how this the virus ties into lessons learned around cancer mitigation and exposure risk. Bobby discusses how this is not really a black swan event because the fire industry knew something like this was coming, eventually. They compare COVID19 to past historical events like the Spanish Flu, and how we can prepare in the future. Kevin brings up

Apr 29, 2020 • 58:33

Episode 78: Community Risk Reduction with Brent Faulkner

Episode 78: Community Risk Reduction with Brent Faulkner

Kevin sits down with Brent Faulkner a battalion chief in southern California and CEO of Virtual CRR Inc. They discuss the 5 E’s of community risk reduction education, enforcement, engineering, economic incentives, emergency response. Brent explains why CRR is so important and gives detailed examples of communities practicing proper use of CRR. Kevin learns how individuals can play a role in improving community safety and what 2020 and 2021 could look like. Virtual Community Risk Reduction is an

Apr 22, 2020 • 28:01

Episode 77: INTERSCHUTZ 2021 "Digitalization & Transformation"

Episode 77: INTERSCHUTZ 2021 "Digitalization & Transformation"

Kevin sits down with Stefan Truthan to talk about the postponed Intershutz show. They discuss the lessons learned around first responders, why Intershutz was postponed until 2021 instead of cancelling. How first responders are facing similar challenges around the world and need to explore ways to share best practices and learn from one another. They wonder what the future smart city looks like. How innovation can appear with big impacts and small. INTERSCHUTZ is the world’s leading trade fair fo

Apr 15, 2020 • 1:00:07

Episode 76: Using Policies to Manage Risk with Scott A. Eskwitt

Episode 76: Using Policies to Manage Risk with Scott A. Eskwitt

Kevin sits down with Scott Eskwitt of Director of Lexipol. They talk about risks in the fire service and which ones can be better managed. Do we need to change the culture and behavior of the fire service? Should policy chase behavior or should behavior chase policy? They dive into the difference between behavioral and policy problems and talk about what departments should do and have done to fix these issues. Scott is a former chief of the Fair Haven New Jersey fire department. Scott works for

Apr 6, 2020 • 21:29

Episode 75: The Fire Service Culture and Training with Brian Brauer

Episode 75: The Fire Service Culture and Training with Brian Brauer

Kevin sits down with Brian R. Brauer, Associate Director, at the Illinois Fire Service Institute. They discuss the role of the Fire Service Institute in the fire industry, they also dive into the fire service culture and how it has evolved over time. The fire service has been subject to many changes over the past few decades and that has changed the way firefighters are trained and what they are trained. To meet the challenges of todays fire training the Illinois Fire Service Institute has embra

Mar 26, 2020 • 50:22

Episode 74: Wellness in Fire Departments with Gamaliel Baer

Episode 74: Wellness in Fire Departments with Gamaliel Baer

Kevin sits down with Gamaliel Baer the Department Health and Wellness Coordinator for the Howard County Department of Fire & Rescue Services. They discuss health and wellness education in fire departments and what they are doing to help firefighters understand health risks. Gamaliel talks about the challenges he’s faced when trying to promote health education. Until recently firefighters didn’t make learning about cancer and cardiovascular disease in the fire industry. The Howard County Departme

Mar 18, 2020 • 35:14

Episode 73: Exploring the Benefits and Limitations of Technology in the Fire Industry with Stephen Kerber

Episode 73: Exploring the Benefits and Limitations of Technology in the Fire Industry with Stephen Kerber

Kevin sits down with Stephen Kerber, Vice President of UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute. Together they discuss the role of UL in the fire industry, different research campaigns UL is involved in, benefits and limitations of technology, evolving fire standards, the challenges of training around the new NFPA 1403 training standards, the false sense of security technology sometimes creates, and more. UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute (FSRI) advances fire research knowledge and develo

Mar 11, 2020 • 32:10

Episode 72: Virtual Reality and 360 Photography with Paul Speight

Episode 72: Virtual Reality and 360 Photography with Paul Speight

Kevin sits down with Paul Speight, Paul is the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Watch Manager. Paul works with emerging technologies such as virtual reality and 360 photography. In this episode they discuss Immersive learning training using 360 videos, the environmental, cost, and health benefits of virtual training. They also dive into interactive photorealistic training for arson investigation, and the case study of Leicestershire’s fire service using VIVE. #VR #VirtualReality #VIVE #360Video #v

Mar 4, 2020 • 38:22

Episode 71: The Evolution of Technology and Firefighters with Chief Dan Munsey

Episode 71: The Evolution of Technology and Firefighters with Chief Dan Munsey

Kevin sits down with Chief Dan Munsey to talk about technology and where it is leading us. Are we leading technology or following it? How is the next generation of firefighters using this technology? What can a departments leadership do to encourage sustainable technology adoption? All this and more on this episode of the Smart Firefighting Podcast.

Feb 12, 2020 • 31:52

News, Technology, and More January 2020

News, Technology, and More January 2020

Kevin and Mike shake up their podcast format to bring you their personal experiences at CES, which includes deepfakes, 360 videos, drones, and more. They talk about recent news in the fire industry, including a partnership between Haas Alert and Pierce. They dive into what they are looking forward to this year and more on this episode of the Smart Firefighting Podcast. To contact Kevin Sofen email KevinSofen@Darley.com and Mike Mocerino at MikeMocerino@Darley.com

Jan 27, 2020 • 26:15

Episode 69: Drone Sense the Next Step in Your Drone Program

Episode 69: Drone Sense the Next Step in Your Drone Program

Kevin sits down with Joshua Pruitt of Drone Sense to talk about soft ware options for a departments drone program. They discuss Drone Sense and the features they provide to make maintaining a drone program easier. DroneSense is a comprehensive solution that empowers public safety organizations to build, manage, and scale its drone program. DroneSense have partnered with first responders from day one to design a mission-critical software platform that enables you to leverage the full capabilities

Nov 14, 2019 • 5:48

Episode 68: Hickory Fire Department – Pre-incident Command Planning

Episode 68: Hickory Fire Department – Pre-incident Command Planning

Kevin sits down with Brian Murray and Mark Scott of The Hickory Fire Department. They discuss how pre-incident planning has changed over the years from 3-ring binders and handwritten notes to modern computer programs that gather and store data. Brian and Mark talk about how user-friendly their programs have been and how invaluable they are to get the job done. They discuss the need for fire departments to embrace technology and continue to push for better and safer solutions. Brian and Mark imag

Nov 6, 2019 • 12:00

Episode 67: Netage Fire Graph at FRI

Episode 67: Netage Fire Graph at FRI

At FRI, Kevin had a chance to sit down with Bart van Leeuwen CEO of Netage B.V. In this episode, Kevin and Bart discuss data in the fire industry and using it in real-time. Bart believes that getting the right information to first responders is more important than giving all the information available. Bart describes the challenge of data management of first responders. The data is available, but getting it to first responders in real-time is the real challenge. Bart talks about focusing on the d

Oct 30, 2019 • 11:33

Episode 66: Paladin Drones at FRI

Episode 66: Paladin Drones at FRI

At FRI, Kevin had a chance to sit down with Divy Shrivastava of Paladin Drones. In this episode, Kevin and Divy talk about the need for greater situational awareness for first responders and how Paladin Drones has a solution to answer that need. 70% of the time, first responders do not know an emergency's exact location. On top of that, they know almost no details about the situation until after they've arrived on scene. Paladin Drones built a simple system to give first responders instant situa

Oct 22, 2019 • 11:51

Episode 65: EMILY Robot at FRI

Episode 65: EMILY Robot at FRI

At FRI, Kevin had a chance to sit down with Paige Day of E.M.I.L.Y Robot. In this episode, Kevin and Paige discuss water rescue and how drones designed to be used in water can save lives without putting first responders at risk. With much of the talk on Drones, often the water robotics get lost in translation. The EMILY water robot is being deployed across the world and bringing widespread value to people around the world. EMILY offers an interoperable water platform that gives fire responders a

Oct 15, 2019 • 9:32

Episode 64: Levrum Data Technologies

Episode 64: Levrum Data Technologies

At FRI, Kevin had a chance to sit down with Douglas Baily of Levrum Data Technologies. In this episode, Kevin and Doug discuss data technology for first responders and how it is collected, stored, and used. Kevin asks the questions. How can we visualize data and turn it into action? How can first responders make better decisions during an incident? How can decision-makers be better informed on how to use their budget and use data to improve staffing? Find out on this episode of the Smart Firefig

Oct 3, 2019 • 9:15

Episode 63: Autel Robotics at FRI

Episode 63: Autel Robotics at FRI

At FRI Kevin had a chance to sit down with Jeff Powell of Autel Robotics. In this episode, Kevin and Jeff discuss the drone industry and the benefits Autel offers first responders. Autel Robotics is a US-headquartered drone manufacturer. They offer a wide range of platforms from fixed-wing, quadcopter, VTOL. They are dedicated to delivering ground-breaking solutions for new aerial exploration through our market-leading quadcopter and camera drone technology.

Sep 24, 2019 • 5:41

Episode 62: SkyFire Consulting at FRI

Episode 62: SkyFire Consulting at FRI

At FRI Kevin had a chance to sit down with Matt Sloan of SkyFire Consulting. They discuss the difference between owning a drone and owning a drone program. They also dive into what SkyFire does to help fire departments take their program to the next level; on this episode of the Smart Firefighting Podcast. SkyFire Consulting is an organization that trains first responders in drone operation. They work with departments to understand their needs and create a program that will work for them. Depart

Sep 16, 2019 • 11:33

Episode 61: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Episode 61: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Kevin sits down with John Tippett of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to talk about the history of the foundation, the 16 firefighter lifesaving initiatives, and innovations changing the fire services. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is an organization whose mission is to honor and remember America’s fallen fire heroes, to provide resources to assist their families in rebuilding their lives and work within the fire service community to reduce firefighter deaths and injurie

Sep 5, 2019 • 20:30

Episode 60: FireHUD Protecting Our Protectors at FRI

Episode 60: FireHUD Protecting Our Protectors at FRI

At FRI Kevin had a chance to sit down with Brett Skinner and Zach Braun of FireHUD to talk about their biotrac platform. FireHUD uses a passive system that monitors and collects physiological data from its users to track their biometric status. Firefighters exert themselves more than any other profession. Their physical and mental condition is critical to their success. BioTrac Platform collects the data and transfers it in real-time to the commander’s device. The commander can use the data to k

Aug 26, 2019 • 12:34

Episode 59: Breaking Down Data with FirstNet at FRI

Episode 59: Breaking Down Data with FirstNet at FRI

At FRI Kevin had a chance to sit down with Michael Varney of FirstNet. They discuss how data is changing the public safety industry and how FirstNet is helping push this evolution. The mission of FirstNet is to deploy, operate, maintain, and improve the first high-speed, nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to public safety.

Aug 19, 2019 • 18:33

Episode 58: First-Due at Responder X Live

Episode 58: First-Due at Responder X Live

The Responder X Live event in Chicago brought industry leaders from the public safety market together to see and interact with the technology of tomorrow. First-Due re-thinks pre-incident planning by collecting, analyzing, and formatting occupancy data. First Due is an application that brings critical fire service-related data to firefighters on their way to a call. The application connects online and offline sources to create a summary of the important information about the scene. First Due goe

Jul 31, 2019 • 7:46

Episode 57: Wi-Fiber at Responder X Live

Episode 57: Wi-Fiber at Responder X Live

The Responder X Live event in Chicago brought industry leaders from the public safety market together to see and interact with the technology of tomorrow. Wi-Fiber is a network solutions company providing innovative and flexible products to strengthen a cities network infrastructure. Wi-Fiber creates decentralized wifi hubs for a city’s municipalities to connect. First responders rely on the network to coordinate with one another any disruption could put people at risk. Wi-Fiber hubs are incredi

Jul 31, 2019 • 5:38

Episode 56: The Technology of Tomorrow at Responder X Live

Episode 56: The Technology of Tomorrow at Responder X Live

Kevin sits down with CEO of Responder Ventures Bryce Stritiron. They discuss Responder X Live, what attendees can expect to see, and what they hope to achieve at the event. Responder X Labs has teamed up with Amazon web services, W.S. Darley, Verizon, and other industry leaders to showcase the next generation of technology for the first responder industry. The event will allow public safety members an opportunity to experience these technologies and give feedback.  Responder X Live will feature

Jun 11, 2019 • 15:45

Episode 55: The Future of the Fire Industry with Dan Munsey

Episode 55: The Future of the Fire Industry with Dan Munsey

Chief Dan Munsey is Assistant Fire Chief of San Bernardino Fire Protection district, the California Fire Chiefs Association Operations section president, and part of the IAFC technology council. Dan has decades of experience in the fire industry. He has seen the evolution of data in the fire industry and how much things have changed and haven’t changed over the years. Everyone in the fire industry knows there is a necessity to implement data into their planning and training, but refining the in

May 21, 2019 • 31:34

Episode 54: Squishy Robotics Shape Shifting Robots

Episode 54: Squishy Robotics Shape Shifting Robots

Squishy Robotics is a company that designs robots from tensegrity structures. These robots are light-weight, low cost, and robust, capable of surviving large impacts while carrying a payload. Squishy Robotics hopes their shape-shifting robots will inspire researchers and push the boundaries of our technological advancement. Squishy Robotics was funded through a small business innovation research grant. The groups shape-shifting robots were originally designed to be dropped from a spacecraft, in

May 14, 2019 • 10:42

Episode 53: WI-Fiber a Paradigm Shift with Networks

Episode 53: WI-Fiber a Paradigm Shift with Networks

Wi-fiber is a company that creates network solutions for municipalities. Their organization focuses on finding innovative solutions to create private networks. They excel at creating plug and play networks that can be connected with additional nodes. One impressive advantage is that the system doesn’t require additional fiber past the first node.  At CES 2018 in Las Vegas Wi-Fiber transformed the city’s lampposts into smart hubs. The hubs created a web giving wireless access to the city’s fiber

May 7, 2019 • 19:17

Episode 52: Lumkani Fire Detection

Episode 52: Lumkani Fire Detection

Lumkani is a company that provides fire detection devices to informal settlements. The company’s fire detector is specifically designed to monitor informal settlements for rises in temperature. Millions of Rands of damage has been saved by these devices. The device was first conceived as a solution to problems with using standard fire detection systems in informal settlements. Most fire detectors monitor smoke and sound an alarm when the smoke has built up. Unfortunately, this causes many fal

Apr 30, 2019 • 19:59

Episode 51: Don’t Waste Your Drones Data

Episode 51: Don’t Waste Your Drones Data

Drones have become more accessible and affordable, which has led to first responders gaining a drone program. More than ever disaster response teams are using these drones to map the disaster area. Scholar Farms is a drone training company that trains industry professionals to use data collected from UAVs. Dr. Gregory Crutsinger worked in the ecology field when he became inspired by drones. He worked for leading drone hardware and software companies before founding Scholar Farms. Shortly after s

Apr 23, 2019 • 17:02

Episode 50: Recapping Under Fire 2019

Episode 50: Recapping Under Fire 2019

Kevin and Mike sit down to talk about 2019 Under Fire event in Texas.  Under Fire is an event in the fire industry for emerging technology, first responders, and vendors. Sponsored by Texas A&M Engineering Under Fire gives an opportunity for startups to showcase their new technology to an audience of first responders.  The first day of Under Fire was hosted by Firstnet. Firstnet is a nationwide network that provides communication solutions for the public safety market. Firstnet had the Under Fi

Mar 26, 2019 • 16:31

Episode 49: New Level of Safety by Venti

Episode 49: New Level of Safety by Venti

Kevin sits down with Philip Tinsley of Venti LLC. They discuss hazmat sensing and how Venti’s Intelipod is a low-cost, lightweight solution to increase situation awareness. Venti LLC is a technology firm that provides first responders with innovations that enhance real-time data collection, giving first responders immediate situational awareness. The company was founded by a team of DOD and Aerospace executives that worked in remote sensing. Venti offers a fully integrated system of low-cost, di

Mar 19, 2019 • 12:36

Episode 48: Unlimited UAV Power

Episode 48: Unlimited UAV Power

Mike sits down with Todd Stave of Blue Vigil. They discuss the common power problem with UAVs, Drone safety, and the advantages of tethers, on this episode of Smart Firefighting podcast.  Blue Vigil is a company that manufactures, distributes, and supports tether power systems for drones. Their main offering is the RS1000 Ground Power System. The system connects to a drone using a tether, which provides power to the UAV. The UAV can then stay in the air for as long as it is connected, potential

Mar 12, 2019 • 11:54

Episode 47: Surviving the Firehouse

Episode 47: Surviving the Firehouse

Kevin sits down with, Mauro Porcelli, the author of Surviving the Firehouse. They discussed Mauro’s firefighter and paramedic experience in the City of Orlando. He discusses how he decided that the premise of his book would follow a firefighter from first his first interest through his career to retirement. Kevin finds out which technologies most impacted Mauro’s career and what tech companies should do when they try to innovate in the fire service. Mauro started his firefighting career at Mario

Mar 6, 2019 • 25:49

Episode 46: DHS Shaken Fury

Episode 46: DHS Shaken Fury

Kevin sits down with Cuong Luu to talk about the DHS’ Shaken Fury event. The event will take place in Birmingham, Alabama in August. The goal of the event is to prepare the city by integrating first responder capabilities in the event of an earthquake. DHS will also use the event to prepare for the 2021 wargame.  To prepare for this event, the DHS has put out a Request for Information. The request for information is a call to all industry, academia, and development centers to submit application

Feb 26, 2019 • 9:35

Episode 45: Welcome to AeroVista Drone Academy

Episode 45: Welcome to AeroVista Drone Academy

Mike sits down with Brendan Stewart of AeroVista Drone Academy to talk about drones, the drone industry, and drone training. Brendan dives into being the 4th company to receive the FAA waiver for overflight of people and more. On this episode of the Smart Firefighting Podcast. AeroVista Drone Academy is a company that provides training for drone operators in the public safety industry. Public safety is an industry that holds a higher standard for safety because of the dangerous situations fir

Feb 19, 2019 • 17:16

Episode 44: Under Fire “Burn it, Break it, Blow it up”

Episode 44: Under Fire “Burn it, Break it, Blow it up”

Under Fire is less than a month away. Kevin got a chance to sit down with Paul Siebert of Texas A&M to discuss what attendees should expect. They talk about the shark tank style pitches that will happen on day one. On day two the ten companies that advance will have a chance to “burn it, break it, blow it up” at Disaster city. TEEX PDC’s Under Fire is a two-day event. Twenty companies will present their new technology in the form of a shark tank pitch. The ten best pitches will advance to the se

Feb 12, 2019 • 13:03

Episode 43: The Digit Group Smart Cities on the Rise

Episode 43: The Digit Group Smart Cities on the Rise

What is a smart city? It’s a city that was built using data to create an efficient, eco-friendly, and safe urban landscape. The Digit group is a U.S company based in New York City that creates designs and blueprints for these cities. Cities built using data provide a safer and more fulfilling lifestyle to its inhabitants.  To create a smart city, Digit Group puts together an in-depth analysis of publicly gathered information. This information is combined with eco-friendly technologies to produc

Feb 6, 2019 • 46:47

Episode 42: Data Chief Smart Data for First Responders

Episode 42: Data Chief Smart Data for First Responders

Learn how Data Chief collects and distributes information to inform decisions of First Responders. Michael Heifetz of Data Chief discusses making data tangible for first responders, closing the info gap on data, and combining government data and grassroots data collection. On Episode 42 of the Smart Firefighting Podcast. What if first responders didn’t need to spend time collecting information while on the scene. What if when first responders arrived on the scene, they knew the best location to

Jan 29, 2019 • 19:36

Episode 41: UL Testing the Innovations of Tomorrow

Episode 41: UL Testing the Innovations of Tomorrow

Kevin sits down with Neil Lakomiak of Underwriters Laboratories to talk about innovation in the fire industry. They also discuss industry trends, collaboration in the fire service, how to help firefighters avoid technology overload.    Underwriter Laboratories is one of a handful of companies that are approved to perform safety testing in the United States. It’s no surprise that technology being brought to the fire industry needs to be rigorously tested to ensure it is safe to use. Another thing

Jan 22, 2019 • 47:19

Episode 40: TEEX Under Fire Putting Innovation to the Test

Episode 40: TEEX Under Fire Putting Innovation to the Test

Under Fire is an event in the fire industry for emerging technology, first responders, and vendors. Sponsored by Texas A&M Engineering Under Fire gives an opportunity for startups to showcase their new technology to an audience of first responders. Startups from around the world pitch their innovative technology. The 20 best entries are invited to go head to head in realistic scenarios to find which innovation is the best.  Under Fire is a 2-day event in College Station, TX. While the focus of

Jan 15, 2019 • 23:24

Episode 39: Where Should We Put the Firehouse? ESRI Answers

Episode 39: Where Should We Put the Firehouse? ESRI Answers

Learn how Chief Lambel used data to verify his department's decision-making process to relocate a firehouse within the city of Mount Prospect.

Jan 10, 2019 • 21:27

Episode 38: RapidSOS Enhancing Public Safety Data

Episode 38: RapidSOS Enhancing Public Safety Data

Kevin sits down with Tracy Eldridge of RapidSOS to talk about a common misconception that 911 telecommunicators know the location of a caller. Tracy discusses RapidSOS’ solution and how they can expand to relay more information than just location.

Dec 20, 2018 • 14:17

Episode 36 - Responder Ventures Bringing Entrepreneurs and Public Safety Agencies Together

Episode 36 - Responder Ventures Bringing Entrepreneurs and Public Safety Agencies Together

Kevin sits down with Nathanial Wish of Responder Ventures to talk about how entrepreneurs in the public safety market have difficulty getting their ideas adopted. Nathan talks about how Responder Ventures is helping these entrepreneurs get their ideas into the market

Nov 29, 2018 • 13:01

Episode 35 – Salt Flats Transform Your Business by Learning Fast

Episode 35 – Salt Flats Transform Your Business by Learning Fast

Kevin sits down with David C. Borlo of Salt Flats to talk about how businesses need to change to tackle the digital age. They go into how Salt Flats cultivates ideas and pushes companies outside their comfort zone to bring new solutions forward.

Nov 27, 2018 • 19:45

Episode 34 – STS Defence Flashover Warning System

Episode 34 – STS Defence Flashover Warning System

Kevin sits down with Robert Matthews of STS Defence to talk about their FiRST flashover warning system. They go into the warning signs of flashover and how their device keeps firefighters safe.

Nov 20, 2018 • 9:49

Episode 33 – EPR Fireworks Fighting Fires with Facts

Episode 33 – EPR Fireworks Fighting Fires with Facts

Kevin sits down with Benny Shalev of Fireworks to talk about managing data for municipalities. They go into how inspections are done and where the data goes and how Fireworks software is helping firefighters fight fires with facts.

Nov 14, 2018 • 8:34

Episode 32 - SeaCoast Science Seeing through Misdiagnosis.

Episode 32 - SeaCoast Science Seeing through Misdiagnosis.

Mike Mocerino sits down with Randy Jackson of SeaCoast Science Incorporated. They discuss carbon and cyanide poisoning in the fire industry and how fire victims and firefighters are being misdiagnosed. Randy introduces Mike to their chemical detection system and talks about how it will save lives.

Nov 12, 2018 • 10:47

Episode 31 Adashi Manage the Incident

Episode 31 Adashi Manage the Incident

For years firefighters have only had axes and water to fight fires. Today we have a new weapon to combat fires data. Adashi is a company that creates public safety software. They take public information (street location, hydrant location, floor plans) and filter it down to bring first responders the most important information before they even get on scene.

Nov 7, 2018 • 5:25

Episode 30 – LR-x Helping First Responders make Better Decisions

Episode 30 – LR-x Helping First Responders make Better Decisions

Kevin sits down with Scott Roller of Diamond B Technology Solutions to talk about LR-x software and how it helps wildfire firefighters make better decisions. They discuss applications and benefits of the system.

Oct 16, 2018 • 9:09

Episode 29 - Bounce Imaging New Eyes for First Responders

Episode 29 - Bounce Imaging New Eyes for First Responders

Mike sits down with Francisco Aguilar CEO of Bounce Imaging to talk about their 360 camera that is supporting first responders and rescue operations. They go into applications for the device and how it can reduce risk to emergency responders

Oct 4, 2018 • 4:59

Episode 28 - Blastmask Training True to Life

Episode 28 - Blastmask Training True to Life

Kevin sits down with Justin Dickstein CEO of Blastmask to talk about SCBA training and how Blastmask is making it easier for fire departments. They go into firefighter fitness and the importance of simulating scenarios for training.

Sep 27, 2018 • 13:22

Episode 27 - Northern Star Guiding Firefighters

Episode 27 - Northern Star Guiding Firefighters

Kevin sits down with Jeff Dykes CEO and founder of Northern Star Fire to talk about the North Star Compass. They go into firefighter disorientation and how the compass will save firefighter lives.

Sep 25, 2018 • 10:17

Episode 26 - Responder Wipes and Preventing Cancer

Episode 26 - Responder Wipes and Preventing Cancer

On this episode of Smart Firefighting Podcast, Kevin sits down with Tonya Cronin Founder & President of Responder Wipes. They discuss the problems with firefighter decontamination, and what Responder Wipes does to improve the process.

Sep 20, 2018 • 8:55

Episode 25 - Metis Tactical and Injury Prevention

Episode 25 - Metis Tactical and Injury Prevention

Kevin sits down with Hunt Whitten Founder & CEO of Metis Tactical and Jason Randall to discuss Metis Tactical. They discuss the increased occupational injury risks of Police, Fire, EMS, & Military Personnel, and how Metis creates prevention programs to keep emergency responders healthy.

Sep 18, 2018 • 12:51

Episode 24 - Everything Tactical Lighting up Innovation for First Responders

Episode 24 - Everything Tactical Lighting up Innovation for First Responders

On the latest episode of Smart Firefighting podcast Mike Mocerino sits down and talks with Juan from Everything Tactical. They talk about Everything Tactical lights, the S-Cut tool, and visual 911.1.

Sep 13, 2018 • 15:26

Episode 23 - FireHUD bringing Biometrics to Firefighters

Episode 23 - FireHUD bringing Biometrics to Firefighters

Kevin sits down with Zack Braun CEO of FireHUD and Web Marshall a firefighter with 15 years of experience. They talk about FireHUD and how it can help reduce firefighter overexertion.

Sep 11, 2018 • 17:02

Episode 22 – First Due Sizing up Firefighter Scene Data

Episode 22 – First Due Sizing up Firefighter Scene Data

Kevin talks with Andreas Huber CEO and Co-Founder of First Due about the company and the problem they are trying to solve.

Sep 6, 2018 • 8:23

Episode 21 - FirstNet Innovation for the First-Responder

Episode 21 - FirstNet Innovation for the First-Responder

Kevin sits down with FirstNet’s Director of Field Operations Michael Varney and FirstNet’s Senior Advisor Bill Schrier. They talk about FirstNet’s applications and advantage compared to the current system in use today.

Sep 4, 2018 • 36:14

Episode 20 - Public Safety Network and First Responders

Episode 20 - Public Safety Network and First Responders

Kevin sits down with TJ Kennedy and Jason Karp of Public Safety Network. They talk about the problems companies have had while trying to develop solutions for First Responders and how FirstNet and Public Safety Network are solving those problems.

Aug 28, 2018 • 31:00

Episode 19 - 3AM Innovations Cracking the Code to Indoor Firefighter Tracking

Episode 19 - 3AM Innovations Cracking the Code to Indoor Firefighter Tracking

Kevin talks with Thomas Merrill, Fire Commissioner of Snyder Fire Department, about firefighter tracking and accountability. They discuss how technology is helping firefighters stay safer.

Aug 21, 2018 • 17:48

Episode 18 - Matt Stern

Episode 18 - Matt Stern

Kevin sits down with Matt Stern COO of Mira Labs. They discuss Mira Lab’s Augmented Reality technology and the easy-to-use headset that is shaking up the industry.

Aug 15, 2018 • 20:25

Episode 17 - Mike Cox and Richard DePrima

Episode 17 - Mike Cox and Richard DePrima

Kevin sits down with Mike Cox of Esri and Captain Richard DePrima of the F.D.N.Y to discuss esri’s ArcGIS technology. They go into what GIS is and how it is being used to help first responders.

Aug 13, 2018 • 24:34

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Michael Cashman

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Michael Cashman

On this episode of Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl Kevin sits down with Michael Cashman Senior Law Enforcement Instructor at NES. Michael discusses his experience in the clandestine laboratory field and how it's evolved with the growing popularity of Fentanyl.

Aug 9, 2018 • 8:10

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Evan Durnal

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Evan Durnal

Kevin talks with Evan Durnal of MRIGlobal about what they do and how they are helping first responders in the battle against the opioid crisis.

Aug 7, 2018 • 7:14

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Jason Tracy

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Jason Tracy

Kevin talks with Jason Tracy about Detectachem and how it's becoming the go-to tool for first responders when identifying unknown substances.

Aug 2, 2018 • 8:36

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Christina Baxter

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Christina Baxter

Kevin talks with Christina Baxter about her experiences and what she hopes people will get out of “Let’s talk Fentanyl”

Jul 31, 2018 • 8:45

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Caleb Holt​

Behind Let's Talk Fentanyl - Caleb Holt​

Kevin sits down with Caleb Holt to talk about his qualifications and his background on First Responders and Fentanyl.

Jul 26, 2018 • 12:28

Let's talk Fentanyl - Full Podcast

Let's talk Fentanyl - Full Podcast

The full 2 and half hour Fentanyl podcast. In this series, our experts tackle what is Fentanyl, The PPE available to first responders when in contact with Fentanyl, the detection process, and finally the decontamination process.

Jul 24, 2018 • 2:31:56

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 4 - Decon

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 4 - Decon

In the final part of our Fentanyl discussion, our experts dive into Fentanyl decontamination. They talk about how processing has changed because of Fentanyl, and offer solutions and techniques to help those in the field.

Jul 19, 2018 • 35:35

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 3

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 3

Continuing the Fentanyl discussion our experts dive into detection methods and what tools are available to first responders. Our experts walk through the best practices for Fentanyl detection and on scene decision making.

Jul 17, 2018 • 42:56

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 2

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 2

The second part in a 4 part series on Fentanyl. Our experts dive into what are the warning signs? How to identify an overdose? and what PPE gear can do to reduce risk?

Jul 12, 2018 • 32:22

EP 16 - Tech Nexus

EP 16 - Tech Nexus

Kevin sits down with TecNexus to discuss who they are, the innovation they are bringing to the fire industry, and the Smart Cities event July 24-25th.

Jul 10, 2018 • 15:43

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 1

Let's talk Fentanyl - Part 1

The first part in a 4 part series on Fentanyl, and what is happening in the first responder industry because of it. The series includes experts Caleb Holt, Christina Baxter, Jason Tracy, Evan Durnal, Michael Cashman, and Paul Siebert.

Jul 9, 2018 • 42:59

Episode 15 - Brian Cummings

Episode 15 - Brian Cummings

Kevin sits down with Brian Cummings of Gram Tactical to discuss gear ready accessible medication and the devices they make to make it easier and safer to administer medication on the battlefield.

Jun 21, 2018 • 19:20

Episode 14 - James Geering

Episode 14 - James Geering

Kevin Sofen sits down with James Geering. They discuss firefighter wellness, PTSD, sleep deprivation, and exercise and diet in the fire industry.

May 11, 2018 • 37:06

Episode 13 - ResponderX

Episode 13 - ResponderX

Kevin sits down with Cody Blount of ResponderX to discuss the responder tracker, mayday situations and tracking firefighters through the years. To find out more about new technology in the fire industry visit our website at www.smartfirefighting.com

Apr 17, 2018 • 15:37

Episode 12 - Kirk McKinzie

Episode 12 - Kirk McKinzie

Kevin Sofen and Kirk McKinzie discuss the fire industry and how technology is changing the way firefighters train and fight fires. To find out more about new technology in the fire industry visit our website at www.smartfirefighting.com

Apr 9, 2018 • 35:14

Episode 11 - TRX Systems

Episode 11 - TRX Systems

Kevin talks with Jeff Kunst about of TRX Systems about Neon, GPS dead zones, the first public safety network and what’s to come in 2018. If you are interested in TRX Systems visit their website at https://www.trxsystems.com/

Feb 15, 2018 • 23:58

Episode 10 - HAAS Alert

Episode 10 - HAAS Alert

Kevin talks with Cory Hohs of HAAS ALERT about responder to vehicle communications, autonomous vehicles and firefighting safety on this episode of smart firefighting. If you are interested in buying HAAS ALERT you can find it at www.edarley.com/brands/haas-alert If you want to learn more about HAAS ALERT visit their website at https://www.haasalert.com/

Feb 8, 2018 • 25:36

Episode 9 - Cobalt Speech

Episode 9 - Cobalt Speech

Jeff Adams, CEO and founder of Cobalt Speech talks with Kevin about speech technology and what it could mean for the fire services.

Feb 6, 2018 • 19:16

Episode 8 - TEEX Under Fire Event

Episode 8 - TEEX Under Fire Event

Caleb Holt, Center Manager of TEEX Product Development Center, sits down with Mike Mocerino to discuss an upcoming event called UnderFIre. UnderFire will be at Texas A&M University's Disaster City and will feature the 20 most innovative technologies in the county competing to win the most innovative new product of 2018. The event will take place March 8-9th and is open to registration right now. For more information visit: https://teexpdc.com/UnderFire/ or reach out to Caleb at caleb.holt@te

Jan 17, 2018 • 27:00

Inside Darley Episode 7 - SCBA Training

Inside Darley Episode 7 - SCBA Training

What is Blast Mask? Tune in for a conversation with the founders to learn about the advantages it gives for proactive training and preparation. Breathing Limited Air Situational Training Mask. BlastMask® Training Regulators attach to your facepiece and simulate real-world SCBA breathing without draining your cylinders, or your budget. And now with new enhancements, including a bypass valve and slide latch that mimics SCBA functionality, it's even more true to life. So you can train like it's r

Dec 20, 2017 • 19:12

Episode 7 - Vault - RMS

Episode 7 - Vault - RMS

A discussion with Kevin Sofen and Clive Savacol about the new technology that helps prevent cancer in the fire service. https://www.vaultexposuretracker.com/ Chris Memmott founded VaultRMS in May 2013 as a cloud-based technology platform for public safety agencies. Then and now, the company seeks to simplify the purchasing process for municipal governments without sacrificing the most up-to-date technology. The name 'Vault' was chosen to signify the superior level of security incorporated into

Dec 12, 2017 • 21:17

Episode 6 - TEEX

Episode 6 - TEEX

A conversation with Paul from TEEX to explore upcoming programs around the future of Smart Fire Fighting. https://teexpdc.com/

Nov 21, 2017 • 31:48

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