Gettin' Salty Experience Firefighter Podcast

CALL TO THE BULLPEN | Ep. 2

Ep. 19 | FDNY LADDER 30 FF Keith Nicoliello

Our special guest will be former 39 year FDNY FF. Keith Nicoliello. He’s worked in Engine 59 and 30 truck “The Harlem Zoo” almost his entire career. You don’t want to miss this one. You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #FDNY #TheZoo #Harlem ---Connect with Us--- WEBSITE: https://gettinsaltyapparel.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/saltydoginc/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/gettinsaltya.. . TWITTER: https://twitter.com/saltydogapparel Become a supporter of ...

BACK IN THE DAY | Ep. 7 - The Great New York Fire of 1835

In this segment of BACK IN THE DAY we will be talking about the FDNY Windsor Hotel Fire of 1899. On St Patrick's Day 1899, while people were gathered below to watch the parade, a fire destroyed the hotel within 90 minutes. In all 86 people lost their lives , many jumping from windows watched by the horrified crowds. We will be joined by FDNY Legend Paul Hashagen Res1cue who has done extensive research on this fire and included it in his new book "Young Heroes". You DO NOT want to miss this one. ...

Ep. 18 | FDNY LADDER 120 CAPTAIN John Calamari

Our special guest will be former 36 year FDNY Capt John Calamari. John worked in ladders 59, 111 as FF. Lt in 150 and 26 Truck and Capt in Ladder 120. You don’t want to miss this one. You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #FDNY #Squid #Brooklyn Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

GETTIN' SALTY EXPERIENCE | FDNY Q&A Ep. 8

You got FDNY questions....We're here to answer them all. Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) #fdny Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 17 | FDNY BATTALION CHIEF Phil Ciaravino

Our special guest will be former FDNY Battalion Chief Phil Ciaravino ("Chief Bro"). FF in Eng 311, 111 Truck, Lt in 102 Truck and Capt in Eng 209 and Ladder 133. He was BC in the 3rd Div in Manhattan before going to the Rock to teach FDNY Tactical Training. You don’t want to miss this one. You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #FDNY #bro #pussification Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--42182...

BACK IN THE DAY | Ep. 6 - THE WINDSOR HOTEL FIRE

In this segment of BACK IN THE DAY we will be talking about the FDNY Windsor Hotel Fire of 1899. On St Patrick's Day 1899, while people were gathered below to watch the parade, a fire destroyed the hotel within 90 minutes. In all 86 people lost their lives , many jumping from windows watched by the horrified crowds. We will be joined by FDNY Legend Paul Hashagen Res1cue who has done extensive research on this fire and included it in his new book "Young Heroes". You DO NOT want to miss this one. ...

Ep. 16 | FDNY RES3CUE LT. Scott Maxwell

Our special guest will be former FDNY Lt. Scott Maxwell. Scott was a FF in 154 Truck then to Squad 41 and Lt in Rescue 3 in the Bronx. He did 26 years in the FDNY. You don’t want to miss this one. #FDNY #Bronx #RES3CUE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

GETTIN' SALTY EXPERIENCE - FDNY Q&A Ep. 7

You got FDNY questions....We're here to answer them all. Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) #fdny Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 15 | FDNY RES2CUE Bob Galione

Our special guest will be retired FDNY Rescue 2 FF Bob Galione. Bob worked 30 years with the FDNY. He started in Engine 232 and Ladder 176 the "Tin House" before moving over to RESCUE 2 in Brooklyn. He did 20 years with the busiest fire company on the earth. You don’t want to miss this one. #FDNY #brooklyn #RESCUE2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Call To The Bullpen! | Ep.1

GETTIN' SALTY EXPERIENCE: Brand New segment “Call to the Bullpen”. We have 2 FDNY Old-School, Salty, Crusty, Elderly, Brittle, Grumpy, Crotchety (😂) special guests for tonight's show. These guys had a little more to add from their previous appearances. So we told them to bring their hearing aids, ensure and their A game. You don’t want to miss this one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 14 | LA COUNTY CHIEF Lawrence Collins

Our special guest is Chief Larry Collins...Larry has over 40 years in the fire service. We will get his perspective on the west coast style of firefighting. You don’t want to miss this one. #LAFD #Cali #Hollywood Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

GETTIN SALTY EXPERIENCE - FDNY Q&A Ep.6

You got FDNY questions....We're here to answer them all. Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 13 | FDNY LEGENDARY DISPATCHER Warren Fuchs

Our special guest is the legendary Brooklyn dispatcher ...the Voice of Brooklyn, Warren Fuchs. Warren was a dispatcher for 37 years through the FDNY war years. We will have some awesome fire audio and his own fire pics from back in the day. You don’t want to miss this one. #FDNY #brooklyn #Oldschool #120 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 12. | FDNY CHIEF OF RESCUE OPERATIONS: CHIEF Freddie Lafemina

Our special guest is former FDNY SOC (Special Operations Command) Chief of Rescue Operations Freddie LaFemina. FF in Engine 318, 166 Truck, Sq1, Lt in Engine 248 and Rescue 4 and Capt in Squad 270 and Rescue 1. Then as SOC BC before becoming Chief of Rescue Ops. You don’t want to miss this one. #FDNY #RESCUE #Oldschool Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

BACK IN THE DAY | Ep. 5 - WALDBAUM'S FIRE 1978

On Aug. 2, 1978, the FDNY responded to a fire in a supermarket at 2892 Ocean Ave. in the Sheepshead Bay section of Brooklyn. This was a landmark fire in the FDNY and prompted a sea change in the way we approach fires involving trusses. Six firefighters died in the line of duty when the roof of a burning Brooklyn supermarket collapsed, plunging 12 firefighters into the flames. The name of the fire is simply Waldbaum's. #FDNY #Brooklyn #waldbaums Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr...

Ep. 11 | FDNY SQUAD 41 CAPT. Mike Everett

FDNY Capt Mike Everett. who got on the job in 1977. Was a FF in 33 truck, Lt in 44 Truck and Capt in Squad 41. These are some of the best companies on the job, during the busiest times on the job. Capt. Everett finished up with 35 years in the FDNY. You don’t want to miss this one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

GETTIN' SALTY EXPERIENCE - FDNY Q&A Ep. 5

You got FDNY questions....We're here to answer them all. Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 10 | FDNY RESCUE 4 LT. Dennis Gordon

In this episope 10, we chat with 37 year FDNY veteran Lt Dennis Gordon of Rescue 4. Dennis worked in 45 Engine and 38 Truck in the Bronx. He was a Lt. in 120 Truck in Brownsville Brooklyn for 15 Years. He worked in Squad 18 and Rescue 4 in Special Operations. Tons of stories, you will not want to miss this. #FDNY #RESCUE4 #Oldschool Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

OUR 2 CENT$! Ep.4 - Capt. Danny Dwyer LIVE on the podcast!

In our next segment of OUR 2 CENT$ we will have Capt. Daniel Dwyer (formerly) of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department. Capt. Dwyer stepped into a burning Atlanta home on June 28, 2019 to rescue a 95-year-old woman trapped inside. It would seem like he was simply doing his job Right...Wrong. That was until he got suspended without pay -- for trying to save her life. He’s gonna let it all hang out. Don’t miss this one 👍🏼 #atlanta #gettinsalty #dannywouldgo Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Ep. 9 | FDNY RESCUE 4 FF. Mike "Murray" Milner

In this episope 9, we chat with Mike Milner of FDNY Rescue 4. Mike was at the US AIR 5050 plane crash, Fathers Day Fire, 9/11 and responded to the Oklahoma Terrorist attack with FEMA. Very funny guy we are sure your face will hurt before you leave. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

BACK IN THE DAY | Ep. 4 - THE HAPPY LAND FIRE 1990

In this episode we discuss the Happy Land Social Club Fire. On March 25, 1990, Julio Gonzalez deliberately set alight illegal Bronx dance club Happy Land in a deliberate jealous rage after an argument with his ex-girlfriend. At the time, it was the biggest mass murder in U.S. history. We will look back and discuss it in detail. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 8 | FDNY RESCUE 3 FF Jeff Cool Black Sunday Survivor

In this episode 8 of Gettin' Salty Experience Podcast we are back with FDNY RESCUE 3 Jeff Cool. Jeff was one of the survivors of Black Sunday in the FDNY. You don't want to miss this episode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support .

GETTIN SALTY EXPERIENCE - FDNY Q&A Ep.4

You got FDNY questions....We're here to answer them all. Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

Ep. 7 | FDNY SQUAD 288 CAPT. Tom Evans

In this episode 7 of Gettin' Salty Experience Podcast we are back with FDNY Capt.Tom Evans (Engine 271/Ladder 148/Ladder45/Squad288). Tom finished up with 36 years and the stories to prove it.... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support .

BACK IN THE DAY | Ep. 3 - PT BARNUM FIRE 1865

In this episode we discuss the Great Barnum Museum Fire. In the mid 1800s, it was unthinkable to visit New York City without a visit to Barnum’s American Museum. P.T. Barnum’s stunning building occupied a prominent corner on Lower Broadway at the corner of Ann Street from 1841 to 1865. Its massive size and impressive appearance was rivaled only by the wonders within. but on July 13, 1865 the American Museum burned to the ground in one of the most spectacular fires New York has ever seen. Become ...

Ep. 6 | FDNY RES1CUE Paul Hashagen "The Living Legend"

In this episode 6 we chat with Paul Hashagen, who both of us like to call the "Living Legend". Paul became a member of Rescue 1 FDNY in 1983 where he spent the next 20 years. Paul has also served as Chief of the Freeport N.Y. Fire Department. Paul is one of the most decorated firefighters to ever work in the FDNY. He also began his fire cartoons shortly after joining and has designed dozens of company patches and logos. His cartoons have also appeared in various fire service publications includi...

Ep. 5 | FDNY RES1CUE John Walters

In this episode 5 of Gettin' Salty Experience Podcast we are back with FDNY John Walters (Engine 237/Squad 288/Rescue 1) John lost his leg while working in Manhattan in Rescue 1 when a cab pinned him to the back of the Rescue rig, but that doesn't stop the boys from breaking his peg-leg balls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

GETTIN SALTY EXPERIENCE - FDNY Q&A Ep.3

You got questions....We're here to answer them all. Couple great questions including a few from 9/11/2001 Be sure to send any questions to gettinsaltyexperience@gmail.com If we use your question we will send you a FREE gift :) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support ....

OUR 2 CENT$! Ep.3 - Global Pandemic Discussion

Tonight we will be talking about FDNY members dealing with the Pandemic. We make sure to pick up the pace and get some good stories involved... 😬🔥#our2cents #firefighters Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support .