The Original Firefighter Podcast

In this second installment of our FDIC coverage, we dive deeper into the conversations shaping the fire service today. We sit down with the inspiring Fierce Female Firefighters to talk about leadershi...

30 Apr 20251h 17min

In this special episode, we're coming to you straight from FDIC 2025 in Indianapolis, IN! Join us as we highlight powerful moments and conversations with some truly impressive individuals we met at th...

23 Apr 202559min

In this unforgettable episode of the Original Firefighter Podcast, Chief Will Pederson sits down with Fred Speer, a retired journalist whose name became synonymous with emergency news coverage. With d...

16 Apr 20251h 39min

In this episode, Will and Phil—our resident Elvis—tackle the latest current events in the fire service, breaking down key moments from body cam footage of a dramatic car fire rescue. They also take a ...

9 Apr 20251h 47min

In this episode, Will sits down with Senior Drill Sergeant SFC Mike Anthony, a seasoned warrior who’s spent years forging men and women into soldiers. He shares how the military shaped his mindset, bu...

2 Apr 20251h 52min

Episode 27 – The Leadership SphereIn this episode of The Original Firefighter, Will and Kyle dive into what it means to lead—no matter your rank. From the probie to the chief, leadership exists at eve...

26 Mar 20251h 42min

In this episode of The Original Firefighter, Will, Rob, and Aaron—get together for a no-holds-barred discussion on the latest current events, the ongoing political circus, and what it all means for fi...

19 Mar 20251h 44min

In this episode of The Original Firefighter podcast, Will sits down with Rory, the owner of Benny's, for a lively and unfiltered conversation about the reality of owning a bar. Rory shares the journey...

12 Mar 20251h 24min