The Baker Podcast

Making the fire service better than you found it.

20: Alisa Arnoff

20: Alisa Arnoff

Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Alisa B. Arnoff for a compelling episode exploring leadership, workplace culture, and accountability in today's fire service. In this conversation, Alisa shares her journey working with the fire service, the International Association of Fire Chiefs, and Women in Fire — including how she first became involved an...

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19: Fire Chief John Vance

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Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Fire Chief John Vance for a powerful conversation on leadership, training, and growth in the fire service. Chief Vance shares his journey into the fire service, his experience with Blue Card Command, and how structured incident command supports safer, more effective operations on the fireground. The discussion ...

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Fire Chief Alan V. Brunacini: American Fire Service Pioneer

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Chief Alan V. Brunacini was a pivotal figure in the fire service, known not only for his leadership and operational expertise but also for his forward-thinking approach to firefighter safety and customer service. His legacy, shaped by both his personal and professional experiences, has had a profound impact on fire departments across the U.S. and a...

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16: Jeremy Wade

16: Jeremy Wade

Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Jeremy Wade, a retired Seattle police officer, for a powerful conversation on faith, family, and the calling of public safety service. Jeremy, the founder and Executive Director of Mission First Alliance, shares his heart for a national movement that brings the hope of Christ to first responders. Mission First ...

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Leading Throughout Probation and Beyond in the Fire Service

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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...

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4: Deputy Director Nick Schuler

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Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Deputy Director of Communications & Emergency Incident Awareness, Chief Nick Schuler, as they discuss the importance of communication and public information, firefighter mentorship, leadership lessons, and seeking continuous professional development throughout your fire service career. Biography: Chief Schu...

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The Attributes of Leading

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In June 2018, I attended a train-the-trainer class for the Everyone Goes Home® program course titled 'Attributes of Leading' created by Dr. Brian Crandell of the Crandell Research Group, Battalion Chief Kevin Conant (Retired) of Command Coaching, and videographer/editor Assistant Chief (Retired) Jake Pelk of Tablet Command. This...

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