Mentorship is vital to the future succession planning of the fire service. Everyone can positively benefit from having a mentor. Mentorship is how we bring continuous improvement to our profession. There is value in having an established advisor in your life to offer you counsel and guidance throughout your career. I have immensely benefited from t...
This show is in memory of Fire Chief (Ret.) Alan V. Brunacini (April 18, 1937 – October 15, 2017) and Chief (Ret.) Dr. Harry R. Carter, FIFireE, CFO (July 29, 1947 – Jun 17, 2022). In this encore presentation from The Future Firefighter Podcast, Host Christopher Baker speaks to Dr. Harry R. Carter about the value of education in the fire servi...
During this episode, host Chris Baker discusses the application phase of the entry-level future firefighter recruitment process and how to be an unbreakable candidate as you progress through the hiring process. Topics include the entry-level firefighter application process, resume and cover letter, physical agility test including the CPAT, written ...
Tune in for this episode of The Baker Podcast with Host Christopher Baker and guest Laramie County Fire Authority (WY), Fire Chief Jason Caughey, as we discuss firefighter mentorship, his internship with the Phoenix Fire Department (AZ), and leadership lessons from Chief Alan V. Brunacini. We also discuss national recruitment and retention iss...
Tune in for this episode of The Baker Podcast on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 4:30 PM (PST) with Host Christopher Baker and guest California State Fire Marshal, Chief Daniel Berlant, as we discuss the foundation and history of the Office of the State Fire Marshal, firefighter mentorship, and leadership lessons on the importance of communication,...
From our first day in the fire service, we have the opportunity to be a leader and lead throughout probation and well beyond, until long after our retirement. This article is not a perfect recipe or a golden ticket to passing probation. It takes more than a list of rules to be successful in passing probation. Ultimately, the responsibility of passi...
