play_arrow55. From Firefighters to Founders: FireDawgs Building Businesses – Mark Abrahamson & Ashontay Owens FireDawg.us
play_arrowEpisode 54 – Building the Next Generation of Leaders – CWO3 Justin Barnes FireDawg.us
play_arrowTable Talk 08. The Power of Purpose FireDawg.us
play_arrowEpisode 53 – Marine Corps Fire Protection: Perspective & Integration with the Air Force – MGySgt Martinez FireDawg.us
play_arrowEpisode 52 – From Firefighter to Air Advisor – Insights of a Unique Path – Quentin Patterson FireDawg.us
In this episode, Matt and Chris sit down with two retired Air Force firefighters who turned their passion for service into thriving ventures. Mark Abrahamson, founder of Foxtrot Zulu and co-founder of Probie Fire Training, shares how he built businesses that provide consultation, training and resources to DoD and civilian […]
In episode 54, Chris sits down with Chief Warrant Officer Justin Barnes, Marine Corps Liaison Officer at the Joint Fire Protection Academy in San Angelo, Texas. With over 20 years of service, Chief Barnes has served in Iraq and Afghanistan, shaped thousands of Marines as a Drill Instructor, and was recognized […]
How to listen: Apple Spotify Zencastr In this episode, Chris and Matt explore the power of purpose—why it matters, how it shapes our daily actions, and its deep connection to mental well-being and long-term happiness. Drawing on the work of Viktor Frankl and our own experiences in the fire service, […]
It is also available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Zencastr, or wherever you listen to podcasts! In this episode, Matt and Chris sit down with Master Gunnery Sergeant Marcos Martinez, the Fire Protection Training Analyst with Marine Corps Training & Education Command in Quantico, VA. With 28 years of service in […]
In this episode, Matt speaks with TSgt Quentin Patterson, an Air Force firefighter turned Air Advisor. With experience supporting partner nations across Africa and beyond, Quentin has been part of missions in Senegal, Tanzania, Ghana, Chad, France, Morocco, and Cameroon. Quentin shares his journey in air advising including the training […]
In this episode, Matt is joined by three leaders who played a pivotal role in shaping the AF F&ES Concept of Employment: CMSgt (ret.) Phillip Winkelmann, CMSgt Mark Abrahamson, and SMSgt Jesse Marshall. During the Air Force’s transition to AFFOGEN, they were in unique positions to help lay the foundation […]
In this episode, Chris Bauchle and Chief AJ Kehl explain why negotiation skills are essential for fire service leaders – especially for DoD firefighters, officers, and chiefs. Drawing on principles from Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, Chief Kehl explains that negotiation isn’t just about securing pay or resources […]
Listen to the episode here, on Apple, Spotify, Zencastr, Youtube, or wherever you listen to podcasts! This Readiness Series focuses on all aspects of Air Force firefighter waretime preparedness. Throughout the series, we will explore key military doctrine, techniques, tactics, and procedures, examine equipment packages, and much more. While the […]
In this episode of the Table Talk Series, Chris shares a real-life story about Indianapolis firefighter Adam Gaudin who took a big risk and successfully made a daring rescue on November 23rd, 2019 earning him the Medal of Valor. Chris and Matt break down the “Risk vs. Reward” threshold—when should […]
