Nate Sturm talks about a LODD that his fire department experienced that brought about the dark season of life that almost tore his family apart. Nate shares how alcohol was the downfall and how his faith in Jesus Christ lifted him and his family from the darkness and into the light, giving purpose to the pain he endured. I am inspired by Nate’s transparency and vulnerability, which are shown in our conversation Takeaways - Nate Sturm has 24 years of experience in the fire service. - He founded B...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 33
In this episode, I sat down with Marcos and Logan to discuss our vision for The Crucible and how it all came together. We discussed what The Crucible is and what it's not. This conversation will give you a clear view of The Crucible's purpose and why it is so important to us. The application closes today at 11:59 PM Mountain Time. If you are wondering if you have what it takes to complete The Crucible, the only way to find out is to apply and try. What is The Crucible? We will do 12 in-gear work...
Jan 08, 2025•23 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Brad shares how a grab made, made him challenge where he was putting his identity and how firefighters who follow Christ can lead their firehouse lives. We talk about how identifying as a firefighter first can leave us feeling lost when our careers are over. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the s...
Nov 07, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In episode 30, I talk with Joshua Dukes about several seasons of adversity that he weathered with his faith in the Lord. Joshua shares the challenges faced when his 19-month-old son Trucker Dukes was diagnosed with cancer and how Trucker inspired so many during his battle with cancer and continues to today after his passing. We talk about how standing up for his beliefs led to his termination from the job he loved as a firefighter and how he continues to give all the pain he endured throughout h...
Jun 07, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This is an incredibly powerful episode where Josh talks about his crew's performance during an RIT/RIC activation for the late Nathan Flynn. Josh shares how years of mental and physical training came together for his crew so they could do everything possible to rescue one of their own. Josh's perspective, backed by data, sheds light on the staggering physical demands that firefighters face in their line of duty. His work underscores the undeniable strain on their minds and bodies, making it a mu...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Episode 28 Tragedy Tests Faith On December 14, Stratton had to say his final goodbyes to his daughter Kingsley. Stratton and his three children were involved in a head-on car accident on his way to a fire department Christmas party, resulting in Stratton and his three children being sent to multiple hospitals. Stratton’s daughters were both in critical condition with Kingsley passing away. Stratton shares how his faith has helped him endure the loss of a child and his ability to wake up every mo...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Chris Snow - SELF DESTRUCTION INTO GOD'S CONSTRUCTION Chris shares how his reckless life led him to prison, addiction, and affliction. We talk about living as a follower of Christ in the firehouse, giving our pain purpose, and locking arms with a small group of brothers you can lean on through transparency and authenticity. This episode shows us all that we are all broken; some of us just do a better job hiding it. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of t...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In Episode 26, I talk to Scott Vadkin about losing a child and how his faith gave him hope during life's darkest season. It is a story of heartbreak, devastation, and divine intervention. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can ...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In Episode 25 Ric Jorge and I talk to Jeremy Sanders about a difficult season of life he endured and how he found strength in his weakness. Jeremy shares how his faith helped him continue to move forward and how the adversity he faced refined him into the man God needed him to be. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minde...
Dec 23, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In Episode 24, I talk to Marcos Orozco about starting over at a new fire department, how fitness positions you for opportunities beyond the fireground, overcoming alcoholism, and how being a career backseat firefighter is a successful career. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to ...
Dec 13, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Ric Jorge and I talked to Marc about the pain he has carried over his career and how helping others has been the greatest way for him to give his pain purpose and share the power of Jesus in his life. He shares how we all need to find our tribe but must do the work required first. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minde...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Robert Wynne shares an inspiring comeback story. He talks about being abandoned by his father, his drug addiction, stabbed seven times in prison, and how his relationship with God brought him to the fire service. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of the...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Robbie talks about his challenges with mental health and how his faith was the foundation of his way back to peace. He also shares how the GSD program provided him with the training ground to build the resilience necessary to overcome life's challenges. If you want to reach out to Robbie = robbietownsend@ymail.com For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yours...
Sep 29, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Why do we believe in CBD? We talk about how CBD positively impacted our lives, leading us to create Respond Wellness and begin the mission of helping our brothers and sisters with some of the challenges we face as firefighters. Head on over to respondwellness.com to learn more. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded f...
Sep 28, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Ric Jorge had a difficult season of life that led him to God. From doing and dealing drugs to losing close friends, Ric was a rough man with dark plans. It's a journey that started dark and has brought abundant light, with Jesus being the leader of his life. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the s...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 19
On Episode 18, I had the opportunity to talk to Fire Engineering Editor-in-Chief David Rhodes. We spoke about t-shirt management seven years later, how the Georgia Smoke Diver leadership model would serve the fire service well, and what the Georgia Smoke Diver program provides firefighters beyond the job. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with ...
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 18
I talked to Brian Abbott about his attempted suicide and how an accumulation of calls, fire department culture, and his demons led to a decision to end it all, and the words "Stand Up" put him on a path of healing and resilience through his faith in Jesus. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the sam...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Jeff talks about his desire to honor God in all he does and how faith guided him through a season of adversity to find joy in the pain. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest leve...
Jul 18, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 16
I talk to Rick about his journey into the fire service, his faith, the Georgia Smoke Diver Program, and how age is just a number. We dive into the importance of fitness, mindset, and consistent training and how trust is built through shared suffering. Join the Fit To Fight Fire Patreon Community! https://www.patreon.com/fittofightfire For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightf...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Dear out-of-shape firefighter, I'm writing to you as your conscience, hoping we could reconnect you to why you were here or maybe even connect you for first time. Too many have ignored your current physical state. Some have even supported and strengthened your excuses. I know this may not be a comfortable conversation for you, but the responsibility in front of all of us is more important than your own personal feelings. Join the Fit To Fight Fire Community! For only $5 a month, the cost of a cu...
Jun 14, 2023•5 min
James Geering is the host of the Behind The Shield Podcast, and over the years and on more than 700 episodes, he has spoken with subject matter experts in the areas of sleep deprivation, mental health, shift work, fitness, and many more topics that affect the health and wellness of firefighters. In this episode, we talk about shift work, the best work schedule for firefighters, mental health, toxic leadership, fitness, and much more. You will want to listen to our conversation if you want to imp...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Tony talks about his recent injury and how that challenged his identity as a firefighter and strengthened his faith, as well as how important it is to have brothers in your life who will encourage and lift you up. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of th...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This is a great conversation with Don Sapp. He talks about his "nothing but work" mentality and how that led him through his career. However, the greatest thing that ever happened to Don was finding a relationship with Jesus, because it changed him and the way he saw the value in others. From life in the fire service, to divorce, and Jesus Changing his life, Don talks about it all. He does a fantastic job at being transparent and using his mistakes to help others see the truth. For only $5 a mon...
Apr 22, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Corley will be contributing to the Vitamins For The Mind series, and in his first one, he talks about learning, one of The 9L's, from his book, The 9L's. You can purchase a copy of The 9L's on Amazon! For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so t...
Apr 12, 2023•3 min
Jim Moss is the author of Firefighter Functional Fitness and Firefighter Success and hosts the podcast Firefighter Success. In Episode 11, we talk to Jim about leaning into God's word and will for our lives when it comes to making tough decisions, as well as how Jim's faith has allowed him to lead in a way that honors God. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surro...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Jay talks about how his anger was getting in the way of his marriage and how digging deeper into his faith helped him as a husband, father, and firefighter. Jay shares how being broken leads to a deeper level of faith and humility. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the ...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Zach King shares his faith journey and how different seasons of life have shaped his faith to where it is today. Zach talks about how he had questioned religion in the past and how he sees his faith today. For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves...
Apr 01, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This conversation with Cayla Harper was REFRESHING. She has an incredible testimony and a purpose to encourage and influence others by being who Christ created her to be. One of the most important things for Cayla is being genuine and real, and she does exactly that through all of her passions, her family, firefighting, and being an example to others! You definitely don't want to miss this conversation, so hit play and enjoy! For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a w...
Mar 27, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Chad Belger shares how he was in a season of life where he was going to end it all and was saved by the power of God to become a light in the darkness for others. "Shame dies when we tell our stories in public places." - Chad Belger For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the...
Mar 20, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The next time someone asks you what it takes to be a firefighter, be honest. Instead of talking about certifications and classes, tell them what it really takes to do this job right. Tell them the truth. It takes a commitment that very few jobs require because you have to accept that you are going to be responsible for life, not only for the citizens you serve but the lives of your brothers and sisters. Yes, I said brothers and sisters because when you become a firefighter, you earn another fami...
Mar 20, 2023•3 min
