The Forward Firefighter
By Dan Retzlaff
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Episodes: 48
Description
Hello and welcome to The Forward Firefighter Podcast. Here, you can listen to discussions with volunteer firefighters in Wisconsin and across the nation - hear their stories, learn about the communities they serve, and what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter. The Forward Firefighter, working together to save lives and protect property in our communities.
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the individuals on this podcast do not represent the official policy, or position of any employers and organizations the speaker and participants are associated with.
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47 - From Suppression to Prevention: Community Risk Reduction with "Fireman Kenny" Asselin
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Oct 08, 2026 |
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46 - From Tragedy to Innovation: How a Rescue Performed by a Rural Minnesota Volunteer Department Sparked Innovative Grain Bin Rescue Tactics and Equipment
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Sep 03, 2026 |
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45 - JD DuCharme: Fireground Speed, Trust, and Firehouse Culture
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Aug 06, 2026 |
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44 - Wisconsin Firefighter of the Year: Teamwork and Humility
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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43 - Remembering Your "Why" with Chief David Rhodes
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Jun 04, 2026 |
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42 - Beyond the Pump Panel with Eric Johnson
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May 07, 2026 |
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41 - From High School Cadet to FIre Science Student: Bridging the Gap Between Technical Education and Real World Experience.
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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40 - Navigating the Frontlines of HAZMAT with Beth McCormick
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Mar 05, 2026 |
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39 - Your EV Fire Playbook: Tactics, Tools, and Lithium-Ion Safety with Paul Shoemaker
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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38 - Challenging Fireground Assumptions with Captain Nick Ledin.
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Jan 01, 2026 |
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37 - Volunteer Firefighting: It's a Family Affair
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Dec 04, 2025 |
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36 - The Best of Us. Filmmaker Ben Cook and Chief Matt Boulding on the documentary featuring the Cornell Volunteer Fire Department
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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35 - Masking Up With Your Gloves On: Beyond the Minimum with Captain Mike Bernard from Arbor Vitae Fire and Rescue Department in Wisconsin
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Oct 02, 2025 |
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34 - Firefighter Syndrome: Dr. Chris Frueh on Understanding the Cost and Finding the Solutions
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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33 - Mastering the Craft: Jeff Rothmeier on Tactics, Brotherhood, and the Firefighter Mindset
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Aug 07, 2025 |
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32 - We Are All One Team: Assistant Chief April Hammond on Culture, Care, and Administrative Codes
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Jul 03, 2025 |
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31 - Prepared to Perform: Vehicle Extrication with Chief Chris Dallas
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Jun 05, 2025 |
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30 - Wisconsin MABAS: Incident Planning for Mutual Aid Strategies
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May 02, 2025 |
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29 - Marc Hill on his latest book, Read Before You Lead
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Apr 03, 2025 |
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28 - Fighting Wildfires in Wisconsin, Strategies and Support from the Wisconsin DNR with Brooke Hushagen
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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27 - Ben’s Story and the Importance of RIT. Firefighter/Paramedic Brandon Cory
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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26 - Train So That You Are Ready. Captain Nathan Olson
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Jan 09, 2025 |
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25 - Behind the Scenes at Chilton Fire Department with Assistant Chief Nathan Schneider
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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24 - Leadership and Development in the Fire Service with Chief Horist
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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23 - Chris Klahn, Board President of the Wisconsin State Firefighters Association
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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22 - Chief Joe Knitter, Understanding Restaurant Fires & Cancer Prevention
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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21 - Roy Smalley, Mayville, WI Health and Safety Officer
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Aug 01, 2024 |
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20 - Dave Briggs, Wausau Fire Training Chief. Upgrade your knowledge and use of Thermal Image Cameras.
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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19 - Adam Barowy and the Latest UL Research on Battery Fires
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Jun 06, 2024 |
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18 - 2023 First Responder of the Year, Wisconsin District 35 Chief Dawn Herlache
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May 02, 2024 |
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17 - Sean Duffy - If You Know Something, Show Someone
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Apr 04, 2024 |
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16 - Thoughts on Volunteer Fire and EMS service with Michael Perry
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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15 - Enjoying The Volunteer Firefighter Experience, Assistant Chief Brad Koenig
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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14 - Our Customers Deserve Excellent Service, Chief Alex Felde
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Jan 04, 2024 |
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13 - Talking Search Culture with BJ Breacher
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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12 - Devin Flanigan on Station Design
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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11 - Firefighter Mollie Kallas, Columbus WI Fire Department on peer support and more
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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10 - Marc Hill - Everyone of Us is a Teacher
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Sep 08, 2023 |
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9 - Portage, WI Fire Chief Troy Haase - The Recycling Facility Fire
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Aug 04, 2023 |
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#8 - Tom Merrill - The Professional Volunteer Fire Department
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Jun 30, 2023 |
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#7 - Meet the Columbus WI Fire Department Probationary Firefighters
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Jun 09, 2023 |
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#6 - Blackhawk Technical College Fire Instructor Lane Heins - PTSD in the Fire Service
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May 13, 2023 |
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#5 - Waukesha, WI Fire Department Lt. Bryan Keup - Team Before Self
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Apr 13, 2023 |
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#4 - Fall River WI Fire Department Captain Tom Stoltenburg
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Mar 18, 2023 |
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#3 - Columbus WI Fire Department Deputy Chief Jerrod Fox
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Feb 21, 2023 |
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Episode #2 - Columbus Fire Chief Scott Hazeltine
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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The Forward Firefighter Trailer
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Jan 31, 2023 |
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Introduction
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Jan 30, 2023 |