Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum and John Vance . For Waldorf University Blue Card credit and discounts: https://www.waldorf.edu/lp/blue-card/ For free command and leadership support, check out bshifter.com Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening!...
Jul 16, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Send us a text This episode is hosted by Josh Blum , Erik Phillips , John Eadiccio, Grant Light , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for ...
Jul 03, 2025•52 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Send us a text This episode is hosted by Josh Blum , John Eadiccio, Grant Light , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This ...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 49
Send us a text This episode is hosted by Josh Blum , Chris Stewart , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was r...
Jun 19, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 48
Send us a text John Vance, Nick Brunacini, and Terry Garrison explore how fire service leaders can lend perspective to firefighters who possess education but lack experience, focusing on effective leadership approaches that protect firefighters while enabling them to deliver service. We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpage...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 47
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Terry Garrison , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was...
Jun 05, 2025•37 min•Season 4Ep. 46
Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum and John Vance . For free command and leadership support, check out bshifter.com Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! John Vance and Josh Blum deliver the Blue Card Rundown for May 2025, covering educational op...
May 22, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 45
Send us a text This episode is hosted by Nick Brunacini , Chris Stewart , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode ...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 44
Send us a text The B Shifter Podcast examines how bad training practices can create dangerous operational habits in the fire service that are difficult to break and potentially dangerous. This episode is hosted by Josh Blum , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter h...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 43
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Terry Garrison , and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 42
Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum and John Vance . For free command and leadership support, check out bshifter.com Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! Josh Blum, Blue Card Program Manager, delivers a comprehensive update on Blue Card's expandi...
Apr 17, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 41
Send us a text Worcester Fire Department District Chief Gary Fleischer joins the B Shifter podcast to share his expertise on critical fire ground factors in century-old wood-frame buildings, particularly New England's iconic triple-deckers. • Construction characteristics of triple-deckers, typically built between 1890-1920 as worker housing near factories • Balloon frame construction creates continuous void spaces from basement to attic with no fire stops • Original materials include true dimens...
Apr 03, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 40
Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum, Chris Stewart and John Vance . For free command and leadership support, check out bshifter.com Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded on March 19, 2025. Lincoln Fire Department demonstr...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 39
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Terry Garrison , Pat Dale and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This ep...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 38
Send us a text This episode features Frank Leeb, Chris Stewart and John Vance . For drills and more go to https://30fires.com/ We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Th...
Mar 13, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 37
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded at the AV...
Mar 06, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 36
Send us a text We're excited to introduce the newly developed ARFF program, designed specifically for airport firefighting! This innovative training program focuses on enhancing incident command and control, crucial for improving operational efficiency and safety at airports. - Introduction of the ARFF training program - Discussion of the integration of the eight functions of command - Personal experiences of team members in developing the ARF program - Insights from JBlue Card instructors about...
Feb 27, 2025•27 min•Season 4Ep. 35
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Terry Garrison and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was r...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 34
Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum, Chris Stewart and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded...
Feb 13, 2025•47 min•Season 4Ep. 33
Send us a text This episode features Josh Blum and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded on February 3,...
Feb 06, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 32
Send us a text This episode features Erik Phillips and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com Register for the After Action Review Webinar here: https://streamyard.com/watch/YFey7tmwjhtr All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShif...
Jan 30, 2025•30 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Send us a text This episode features Grant Light , Josh Blum and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded ...
Jan 23, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini, Terry Garrison and John Vance. This episode explores the complex relationship between fire departments and local governments, focusing on the struggles fire chiefs face in securing resources for their teams amidst rising wildfire risks. The conversation delves into historical context, misinformation, and the importance of community engagement in public safety. We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www....
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 29
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Terry Garrison and John Vance . Review and comment on the proposed NFPA 1700 standard here: https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-1700-standard-development/1700 We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifte...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Chris Stewart and John Vance . Review and comment on the proposed NFPA 1700 standard here: https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-1700-standard-development/1700 Review the proposed changes to the OSHA standard on fire departments / fire brigades here: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/federalregister/2024-02-05 We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for t...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 27
Send us a text This is part 2 in our series talking about Carbon Monoxide Incidents. This episode features incident audio with a rescue. This episode features John Eadicicco, Josh Blum and John Vance . Download the SOGs Blue Card Natural Gas SOG Blue Card Carbon Monoxide Incident SO G We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpag...
Dec 16, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 26
Send us a text This episode features C hris Stewart, Josh Blum and John Vance . Download the SOGs Blue Card Natural Gas SOG Blue Card Carbon Monoxide Incident SO G We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BS...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 25
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini, Terry Garrison and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://youtu.be/-Wb5lA6f1uw Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Read the "8 No Brainer Boss Strategies" article here: https://conta.cc/3zY8FOH Please s...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 24
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini , Pat Dale and John Vance . Here is the informtion on the Drexel University study. We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and s...
Nov 18, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Send us a text This episode features Nick Brunacini, Terry Garrison and John Vance . We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://youtu.be/-Wb5lA6f1uw Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: https://bshifter.myshopify.com All of our links here: https://linktr.ee/BShifter Please subscribe and share. Thank you for listening! This episode was recorded October ...
Nov 11, 2024•59 min•Season 4Ep. 22
