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May 25, 2026 1 hr 15 min

Episode #48 "The Piper" Captain Garrett Baker

from Copper State Firemen Podcast Hosted by Steve O

Captain Garrett Baker shares his journey and involvement in the Honor Guard and Pipes & Drums, discussing the history and tradition of bagpipes, the types of bagpipes and kilts, bagpipe competitions and performances, and his international bagpipe experience. The conversation covers the rarity of Grade One bands in the US, the influence of Irish and Scottish culture on bagpiping, the tradition of bagpiping in the fire service, and the impact of mandatory online training in the fire service. The significance of bagpipes in the fire service is highlighted, along with the cultural and historical context of bagpiping in the US. Takeaways Bagpipes in the American Fire Service History and tradition of bagpipes Participation in bagpipe competitions Rare Grade One Bands Bagpiping in the US Irish and Scottish Influence The Significance of Bagpipes in the Fire Service Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Captain Garrett Baker 09:49 History and Tradition of Bagpipes 24:06 Bagpipe Competitions and Performances 35:09 International Bagpipe Experience 44:52 The Tradition of Bagpiping in the Fire Service 01:09:06 Mandatory Online Training in the Fire Service

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