September 3, 2020
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Tensions in Atlanta have been running high since the George Floyd incident gripped our nation several months ago. During this time, Atlanta Fire Fighters have faced many challenges. From rocks thrown at fire engines to ballistic gear being issued to members, the fire fighters that protect this great city did a tremendous job of responding to the situation at hand.
Atlanta fire fighters Paul Gerdis and Andrew Anderson join the IAFF Podcast to discuss the situation in their city, how its fire fighters continued to respond amid the challenges they faced and how despite their differences, they all came together to keep their city safe.
August 26, 2020
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The International Association of Fire Fighters and the Muscular Dystrophy Association enjoy a partnership that has lasted for 66 years. Over this time, the IAFF has raised over $670 million for MDA.
IAFF/MDA National Coordinator Roger Lopez joins the IAFF Podcast to discuss the relationship, all of the services the IAFF provides beyond filling the boot and the new virtual fill the boot drive being held online because of COVID-19.
To participate in the IAFF virtual Fill the Boot campaign, visit www.mda.org/ftb.
July 30, 2020
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Jim Ridley, IAFF Assistant to the General President for Education and Human Relations, and Robert Sanchez, President of the New Mexico Professional Fire Fighters Association, engage in a frank discussion about racism they have encountered coming up in the fire service, the steps leaders can take to make their locals and departments more inclusive to all, and the IAFF programs they can use to make it happen.
June 25, 2020
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Our latest episode features Rick Swan, a 33 year veteran of CAL FIRE who now serves as the IAFF Director of Health and Safety Services. In his duties, Rick oversees the implementation of the IAFF's new Wildland fire training program and advocates for better safety initiatives for fire fighters working in the wildland urban interface.
Rick talks about his time at CAL FIRE, the size and complexity of wildfires, and the 2020 wildfire season.
June 17, 2020
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Montgomery County (MD) Fire and Rescue Captain and IAFF Local 1664 member Larry Lofland joins the show to discuss his vicious battle with COVID-19, what he actually remembers from it, and how it affected his family. Also joining the show is Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1664 President Jeff Buddle to discuss the union's role in assisting Captain Lofland in his time of need.
June 9, 2020
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A powerful discussion about the May 16th explosion in a downtown Los Angeles pot shop that injured 12 LAFD/Local 112 members. Captain Scott Barkley and Fire Apparatus Operator Ian Soriano walk through us through the incident, the injuries they sustained and their road to eventual recovery.
IAFF 10th District Vice President Frank Lima and UFLAC Local 112 President Freddy Escobar also speak on their response as IAFF leaders to support their injured members and families in their time of need.
To assist the families of the 12 injured fire fighters, please visit www.uflac.org/charitable.
June 3, 2020
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The National Hurricane Center (NHC) plays a crucial role in hurricane forecasting. NHC Hurricane Specialist Andy Latto joins the IAFF Podcast to discuss the great things being done in storm forecasting and what listeners can do to be better prepared as a hurricane approaches.
April 30, 2020
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In their latest episode, Doug and Mark talk with members of the IAFF's Health and Safety Division about their behavioral health initiatives during COVID-19.
March 25, 2020
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Mark and Doug discuss what the IAFF has done to communicate to its membership during COVID-19, what IAFF locals should be doing to strengthen their internal communications, and tips for how to message your role to local media.
March 23, 2020
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IAFF Financial Corp Chief Financial Officer Carrie Tucker sits down with Mark and Doug to discuss the recent stock market volatility, how it is affecting retirement accounts and what fire fighters should be doing during this unprecedented time.
