Al Barry. From Hip-Hop Radio Star to the FDNY. Inside the North Tower Collapse. Flavor Flav visits the Firehouse. Frankie Makes Sunday Sauce.

Content Warning: This episode contains graphic content. Welcome back to the hottest podcast in America, literally. Hosted by FDNY Hero and renowned advocate for firefighters, Rob Serra. Every firehouse has a character. That one guy that always has a joke, a perfectly timed wisecrack… you know the guy. Maybe you are that guy. This episode we’ve got a real character. A guy that actually was a character, Al Barry. He was a producer and radio personality for years on New York’s legendary Hot 97 (WQHT) hip-hop station before giving it up to become a firefighter. It’s a different path, and it’s a path that took him straight to the heart of September 11th. His squad had reached the 22nd floor of the North Tower when they got the Mayday call to evacuate — that there was danger of imminent collapse — reaching the street just as the building began to collapse. It’s a hard but necessary look back at that horrible day and the time immediately following. It’s as real as it gets. And you can only get it here. Never forget isn’t just a hashtag here. If you’re one of America’s Firefighters, a first responder, or the family or a friend of one, this is your new home. And speaking of home (and of characters) Rob’s daughter Frankie is back to whip up a big batch of Assistant daddy’s (Rob) famous Sunday Sauce! It’s her favorite. It’s our favorite. And pretty soon it will be yours too. Are you a firefighter that has a great story to share? Send it to us at info@righteous.us. And be sure to visit thefirefighters.us for videos, Firefighters merch and more great content. We’re bringing the power of the Righteous Media 5 I’s: Independence, Integrity, Information, Inspiration and impact. You can also watch video of this show with Al and Rob on the Firefighters YouTube page. The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra connects, informs and inspires--and is powered by Righteous Media. On social media or www.thefirefighters.us Join the Squad! Become a member today and get access to exclusive content, merch discounts and more. Learn more at: https://www.patreon.com/thefirefighterspodcast A special thank you to our sponsors, Rocky Boots. We've got a great deal exclusively for our listeners. Use the coupon code FIRE25, and get 25% off at rockyboots.com. It's a great company and a great deal. Watch video of Rob and Al’s conversation here: https://youtu.be/LUIu0NeSQk4 #StayLow, America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices