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Firehouse Sergeants Podcast

Firehouse Sergeants Podcast

Written by: Nicholas A. Palumbo
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 The Firehouse Sergeants Podcast is dedicated to the firefighters who lead without rank, the mentors, the culture creators, the informal leaders on the backstep. Through honest firehouse conversations with firefighters, officers, instructors, and industry titans, we explore what it takes to mold the future of the fire service.

Whether you're a probie learning the craft, a senior firefighter developing the next generation, or a company officer striving to build a ctronger culture, you'll find practical lessons, real-world experience, and meaningful discussions designed to make us al better at the the job we have chosen.


#FirehouseSergeants#FireGuys #FIRE #FirePodcast #Podcast #Firefighting #Leadership #Fireman #FireTraining #Training #TheOV #TheOutsideVent #Mentor #Lead #Backstep #EarnYourStripesCopyright Nick Palumbo Jr Careers Economics Personal Success
Episodes
  • FSP Episode 17 with Joseph Bonanno Jr

    FSP Episode 17 with Joseph Bonanno Jr
    Nov 10 2026
    🚒 FIREHOUSE SERGEANTS PODCAST – EPISODE 17 🎙️ ⠀

    Join us as we welcome Retired FDNY Firefighter Joseph T. Bonanno Jr., U.S. Air Force veteran, nutritionist, chef, and author! ⠀

    Coming from a proud family of firefighters, including his father and brother Michael, Joe joined the FDNY in 1979 and spent 21 years serving the people of New York City. His career took him through Engine 319, Ladder 129, and Ladder 152, where he eventually retired.

    Joe’s commitment to helping others didn’t stop when he hung up his helmet. As a nutritionist, chef, and author, he’s continued sharing his passion for healthy living and firefighter wellness. Checkout Joe at www.AmericanFirehouseCuisine.com ⠀

    We’ll talk about his career, firehouse culture, family traditions, mentorship, and the importance of taking care of ourselves both on and off the job.

    Be sure to checkout Joe at www.AmericanFirehouseCuisine.com ⠀

    🔥 Real Firefighters. Real Stories. Real Leadership. ⠀
    🌐 www.FirehouseSergeants.com ⠀
    LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE • SUBSCRIBE ⠀

    Leadership is Earned. Every Shift. Every Call. Every Day.
    #FirehouseSergeants #TheOutsideVent #FirehouseCooking #AmericanFirehouse #MentalHealth
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • FSP Episode 16 with Billy Bedell

    FSP Episode 16 with Billy Bedell
    Nov 3 2026
    🚒🔥 FIREHOUSE SERGEANTS PODCAST – EPISODE 16 ⠀

    🎙️Guest: Captain Billy Bedell – FDNY Squad Co. 288 ⠀
    This week we’re sitting down with Captain Billy Bedell, a 24-year veteran of the FDNY whose journey began in 1996 as a volunteer firefighter in Floral Park, NY. ⠀

    Billy first started with the NYPD in The 75 in East New York in 2000 before entering the FDNY in 2002. From there he’s spent time as a firefighter in Engine 332 and Squad 270. Then being promoted to Lieutenant in 2016 and serving and a Charter Member in Squad 8 before returning to 270, and promoting to Captain in 2025 and is now Captain of Squad 288. Billy has built a career around the job, leadership, and giving back. ⠀

    Billy also serves as Program Director for the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation and is helping organize the 38th Annual Burn Center Seminar, taking place Saturday, November 21, at The Rock. ⠀

    We talk about his career, lessons learned along the way, mentorship, and the important work being done by the foundation. ⠀

    Instagram @nyffbcf FB.
    New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation
    Web. Www.nyffburncenter.com
    Email: office@nyffbcf.org ⠀

    Checkout us out on the web at www.FirehouseSergeants.com and remember to Like, Comment, Share & Subscribe.

    🔥 Leadership is Earned. Every Shift. Every Call. Every Day.
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    #FirehouseSergeants #FDNY #Squad288 #Brotherhood #BurnCenterFoundation
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • FSP 14 with Christopher Diaz

    FSP 14 with Christopher Diaz
    Oct 27 2026
    From dangerous undercover operations around the world to educating first responders on autism awareness, Christopher Diaz has a story worth hearing! Chris is a retired DEA undercover Special Agent, award-winning investigator, keynote speaker, and co-author of Alejandro and the Bacon Breakfast. ⠀

    We’ll talk about his incredible career, lessons learned, and his powerful autism awareness presentation, “Just 2 Seconds, Please.” As first responders, we’re trained to make split-second decisions. But sometimes, taking just two extra seconds to recognize, understand, and communicate can make all the difference. This conversation goes beyond law enforcement. It’s about awareness, empathy, leadership, and becoming better at serving those who depend on us.

    Chris can be reached at:
    Christopher M. Diaz
    Owner of Alpha Innovative Solutions
    346-637-0155
    Chris@AIS101.com or www.AIS101.com

    Dont forget to get over to FirefighterBookClub.com and pick up Firehouse Sergeants: Earning Your Stripes. And of course please take a second to Like, Comment Share, & Subscribe.

    Leadership is Earned. Every Shift. Every Call. Every Day.
    #FirehouseSergeants #Just2SecondsPlease #AutismAwareness #FirstResponders #DEA #FireService #Leadership #EmergencyServices
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    1 hr and 47 mins
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