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Couplings Fire Podcast
by Taylor
Join me, Taylor, - a volunteer firefighter & fire wife to my favorite firefighter - as I talk everything and anything fire related. I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
Episodes
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#115 - Is 1 Hour Enough?
If you're on a volunteer department, chances are you are getting about 1 hour of training per week. If you're career - you're not safe either. Many crews out there only get about hour of actual, good training/week too. Do we really think this is enough to be effective in our roles? "We're busy" ,...
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#114 - Public Speaking isn't just for Public Speakers
I've been to a lot of conferences lately and there's one thing that keeps coming up: Man, we sometimes just suck at public speaking . The information is good, but the delivery plain old sucks. And, I get it. You're probably asking yourself now: "I'm never gonna teach a class, host a podcast, or...
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#113 - My Tips for Submitting Proposals to Conferences
The Comeback. Guys - I'm ready. It's been A WHILE. So, join me for the first of many more episodes to come. Today, let's get into what my tips are for submitting proposals to conferences. I read tons of proposals every year getting ready for Les Lukert, so I know a lot of basic mistakes that are...
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#112 - Car Chronicles - When to Break the Rules
Join me for Car Chronicles. Is there ever a good time to break the rules? No, I'm not talking about going rogue, but going against the basic rules of the fire service & fire suppression. I think there is. Let's dig in. **Don't take any episode - ESPECIALLY THIS ONE - out of context. What's best…
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#111.5 - A Vital Correction to my Statement - with Bill Grossnicklaus
Bill Grossnicklaus is back as he amends a statement he made in the previous episode. Here at the Couplings Fire Podcast, we value transparency and honesty - so we are happy to bring this update to you by Bill himself. As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not...
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#111 - Tech Rescue & Dinosaurs - with Bill Grossnicklaus
Alas, one more interview that was recorded last year but never ended up getting published. Well, it's about time. Bill Grossnicklaus feels like an old friend, though we've only known each other for a couple of years. If you're looking for a hands-on, into the job, tech rescue loving Nebraska fire...
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#110 - Car Chronicles - Saying No
Join me for Car Chronicles. This episode, we're getting into Saying No. Do we stretch ourselves too thin that we leave ourselves ragged and in no shape to give anyone our best? I have some thoughts. Let's dig in. Are you like me - where when you take long drives to conferences or other...
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#109 - Fireflix & Chill - Tacoma F.D.
It's time for another Fireflix & Chill. Let's get into a TV show this time: Tacoma F.D. Join us every month or two (or whenever we want to chill) for a new installment on this series where we will pick a fire movie/show, watch it, and record our reactions & opinions to share with you all. Do you...
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#108 - We Have the Privilege
Pessimism is a common thread in the first responder industry - and sometimes I get so sick of it! We have the privilege to do this job, so let's act like it. As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say...
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#107 - F.O.O.L.S. - with Kyle Straight
Part 2 with Kyle Straight! This episode, we get into all things F.O.O.L.S. (Fraternal Order Of Leatherheads Society). What are they about, is there a chapter near you, how do you join, and even more questions will be asked and answered. Be ready for plenty of rabbit trails - Kyle and I just can't...
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#106 - Talking Shop & Conferences - with Kyle Straight
Today, I dig out an interview I recorded last summer that sadly never ended up getting published. Well, it's about time. Kyle Straight joins me to talk shop on fire life and go into some of our favorite conferences we've attended. We end the episode with a great segment of Family Firefighter...
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#105 - Faith, Family, Fire - Taylor's Version
It's been a minute.... I've been gone a while and much longer than I would have ever thought, but God's been doing work in the trenches that required my full attention. Come with me on a journey through my version of Faith, Family, Fire and why I'm coming back to the podcast world. As always, I...
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Um... so, about that....
Welp, life happens. I planned on relaunching the podcast today, but alas - it will have to wait until tomorrow. Join me then!
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#104 - Chasing Rabbits - Part 2 - with David Pruitt
Ready to chase those pesky rabbits? I have the perfect guest to take us on this journey: David Pruitt. Such a great talk - we had to break it into 2 episodes! Some topics here in part 2: NFPA 1403, Does it scare you enough to train?, Disorientation & Discomfort, Fire history dive, The condition...
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#103 - Chasing the Rabbits - Part 1 - with David Pruitt
Ready to chase those pesky rabbits? I have the perfect guest to take us on this journey: David Pruitt. Such a great talk - we had to break it into 2 episodes! Some topics here in part 1: How David got into the fire service, purposeful training, Vetting information, Fire WANTS to consume you,...
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#102 - Fire Wife Life - with Tracy McCart & Kathy Edwards
This week, Kathy Edwards & Tracy McCart join me to talk all about a little idea they had that turned into a widespread community of spouses helping spouses: Fire Wife Life. The fire life can be hard to navigate at times, and whether you are a spouse or firefighter tuning in, there are tons of...
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#101 - Recommitting
I'm in a place where I know I need to recommit to things: from the podcast to my family, church to the fire department. Getting back into the swing of things when you've been away for so long can be daunting. Sometimes all it takes are small steps every day to get back to where you were. Let's…
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#100 - Family First Is Hard
Join me for an experiment. Before I gave birth to my son, I was curious about how hard or easy it would be to put family first when it came to the fire service: conferences to fire calls to job opportunities, and everything in between. Would my priorities flip like a switch due to hormones? Would…
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#99 - If You Do a Job You Love
You know the saying: "If you do a job you love, you'll never work a day in your life." Yep - it's another one of those episodes - I have a different take on this common phrase. I say: If you do a job you love, you'll work HARDER than you ever have in your life. With that love comes drive,...
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#98 - Overwhelming, Neverending, Reckless Love
Let's get deep. Have you ever felt an overwhelming, neverending, reckless love? The kind of love that chases you down to bring you back home - no matter how far you've stepped off the path? The fire service is top notch at going to great lengths to save Mrs. Smith, but what about our own? What...
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#97 - Brothers Helping Brothers - with Nick Magoteaux
Getting back into regular episodes, this week I talk with Nick Magoteaux with Brothers Helping Brothers. We have SO MANY good discussions around his experience in a police explorer program, working dispatch, firefighting, the Brothers Helping Brothers mission, and the upcoming Firefighter Health…
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#96 - Return of the Podcast
Happy Revenge of the 5th, everybody! Yep - that's right - I had to take advantage of all the Star Wars references with my podcast returning to its' regularly scheduled weekly episodes. Join me this week as I go over a little of how motherhood is going, some struggles adjusting to this new life…
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Maternity Leave?? Already??
Yep, you read the title right - I'm starting my maternity leave from the podcast early. I've been absent for a little while, due to some complications with the pregnancy. Everything's fine, but family comes first here, so that means taking a break from the "extras" of life and going to enjoy the...
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#95 - Car Chronicles - Tunnel Vision
Oh yes - another series is coming to the podcast! Join me for Car Chronicles. Are you like me - where when you take long drives to conferences or other destinations, your brain just... runs? You find yourself on a topic, can't stop thinking about it, get completely fired up, and want to talk to...
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#94 - But, They Need Me...
As first responders, we are pulled and stretched into so many directions - simply because people "need" us. This is a building block of who we are and why many of us do the job. But, what happens when those responsibilities pile up, eating more and more of our time, energy, and soul - to the…
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#93 - The Williams Key - with Trevor Williams
Get ready for an inside look at an extremely cool, effective, and useful tool in the fire service: The Williams Key. Trevor and I get into his testing journey for the fire service, the tools he is creating to help firefighting operations, and - as always - Family Firefighter Survival. See the...
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#92 - Anti Goals
Happy New Year! I'm not a fan of New Years Resolutions - so we get into something I'm trying this year - Anti Goals. What the heck are Anti Goals? Let's dig in. As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I...
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#91 - AFG Strategies - with Brandon Fletcher
Join me as I get into some amazing tips and tricks with my friend Brandon Fletcher (Chief Fletcher - 901) about AFG Strategies for Success. Chief Fletcher is one of those who volunteer their time to evaluate and score the applications that are received by AFG - part of the process that determines...
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#90 - Standards vs Excellence - with Logan Watts
Are you ready for a different type of episode this week? You're in for a ride. Join me and my good friend, Logan Watts, as we get into the age old debate of Standards vs Excellence. There is no right or wrong opinion for this topic - our goal is to get you to think and really understand the...
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#89 - Our 2022 Christmas Lists - with Rob Ridley
Merry Christmas, Everybody! This week, I'm joined by my husband, Chris, and Rob Ridley from National Fire Radio! Join us as we dig into our 2022 Christmas Lists. There are no rules for our lists, so get ready for some fun, laughter, and rabbit trails on what we would like for the fire service…
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#88 - Choosing a Successor
Here we go again - ready for another episode where I combing several of my loves together into one? You're in the right spot! What do the fire service, Disney, and Star Wars have in common? Choosing a successor, of course! Join me this week while I dive into some current events in the Walt Disney...
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#87 - Senior Statesman - with Dennis Reilly
This week, I'm joined by Dennis Reilly for some amazing conversations, chasing that poor rabbit till it's completely tuckered out. From his journey of getting into the fire service to retirement and everywhere in between (and even beyond), this is an episode chalked full of stories and life...
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#86 - The Pregnancy Files - 1st Trimester
Are you guys ready for a new episode series?? I introduce to you: The Pregnancy Files. When I found out I was pregnant back a few months ago, I scoured the internet for tips and advice on firefighter pregnancies - but was pretty unsuccessful. Yes, there were some resources out there, but nothing…
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#85 - Firefighter Reproductive Health - with Dr. Sara Jahnke
I'm back from a small hiatus due to moving houses, but I'm ready to record in full force! This week, Dr. Sara Jahnke joins me in an amazing talk all about firefighter reproductive health. With talk on pregnancy, miscarriages, sperm, hormones, and more - this podcast is not just for the ladies out...
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#84 - Fireflix and Chill - Backdraft 2
Hello for the 2nd installment of Fireflix and Chill. Chris is back and this time, we watch Backdraft 2.... and boy, was it a doozy. Join us every month or two for a new installment on this series where we will pick a fire movie, watch it, and record our reactions & opinions to share with you all....
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#83 - Ramblings of a Firewife... Again
It's that time again. The last time I updated everyone on what life as a firewife was back in January when I talked about how the academy experience was like from my perspective. Well, my husband is now off of his probationary status and we've been tackling his new schedule out on the streets for...
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#82 - Changing Opinons
We are allowed to change our opinions. As we gather more information, times change, and our personal circumstances evolve, so may - and should - our opinions. Are we judging people based on something they did/said years ago, even when they are a different person now? Are we discrediting some who...
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Crew 1st Culture Podcast - Episode 119
Bonus Episode time!!! I was so honored to be asked by Jeremy Sanders to be a guest on the Crew 1st Culture podcast! "I'm joined today by my friend Taylor Anderson host of the Couplings Fire Podcast. Taylor talks about her journey that has brought her into the fire service and into becoming a...
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#81 - Come As You Are
"Anyone Can Cook" - I love this quote from Ratatouille. But what does it mean? Can anyone really cook? How does this have any ties into the fire service? Join me and all of my quirks as we dig into this topic. As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid…
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#80 - This One Time at Band Camp
Yep, that title caught you, didn't it? This week, let's get into the top points I took from my experiences in high school & college band that helped shape me into the firefighter I am today, and the reminder of what I want to be. As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire...
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#79 - Rotary Saws - with Adam Haywood
Join me and Adam Haywood from Independent Fire Training as we go into all things rotary saws! This subject is so niche, how and why did Adam decide to create a training company based off of this tool? Find out with me. Some of the subjects we touch on this week: Formative moments in our careers,...
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#78 - Water Boils From the Bottom
If you've been around the fire service for any length of time, I can almost guarantee you've heard the phrase "Water boils from the bottom." It's empowering, inspiring, and makes us feel invincible. Now, I don't think this is a bad phrase, but I do have a bone to pick with it and those of us (yes…
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#77 - Make It Happen - with Brandon Fletcher
This week, my friend Brandon Fletcher (Chief Fletcher 901) joins me for one of the most unscripted episodes ever. When I told him rabbit trails were encouraged, he took that to heart - and I'm thankful he did! Where did we go? Pursuing knowledge, never stop learning, make it happen, jealousy,...
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#76 - Enjoy the Sunsets
We're in the middle of some longer guest episodes and I wanted to give you something short, but very powerful to think about today: Do you take the time to "enjoy the sunsets"? As always, I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep…
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#75 - Fireflix and Chill - Backdraft
Are you ready for something NEW?! This episode marks the beginning of a brand new series on the podcast: Fireflix and Chill. Would it surprise you to know that I have not seen very many fire movies and shows? I know, I know - I'm so into this fire life, it doesn't make any sense. Dude, I had…
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#74 - Fighting Complacency with Vigilance - with Corley Moore
This week, Corley Moore from Firehouse Vigilance joins me on the podcast to dig into - well, just about everything. I thought I loved rabbit trails and chasing squirrels... Corley is right there with me! Consistency, Introvert Power, Navigating Conflict, Promotion, Death by 1000 Cuts, Tradition,...
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Bonus Episode - Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake Interviews
Join me as I talk with some amazing people in the fire service at Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake 2022 - at Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. Everyone in these mini episodes: - David Mellen & Ben Burbridge with Valor Fire Training www.valorfiretraining.com - Andy Soccodato with The Water...
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#73 - Kick Down Doors for Others to Walk Through
As this episode comes out, I'm currently at Revolutionary Fire Tactics at the Lake in Missouri - no doubt having an absolute blast. While I was packing a few days ago, the quote I have on my folio that I keep my notebook in for conferences caught my eye: "Kick down doors for others to walk...
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#72 - Bridging Family, Fire, and Fitness - The Pips
I was joined by Pip & Tracey (aka Mrs. Pip) and we had FUN. The rabbit trails are endless - and these are when you know things are coming from the heart, and some of the best conversations can be had. What happens when both spouses are in the "helping" world? Have you always been into fitness?…
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#71 - Monday Morning Quarterbacking
We have a problem in the fire service, and this one is called Monday Morning Quarterbacking. You know - where someone sits and watches fire videos from fire departments running calls across the country & world, but they don't just watch - they bash & critique, throwing any sense of…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join me, Taylor, - a volunteer firefighter & fire wife to my favorite firefighter - as I talk everything and anything fire related. I don’t claim to be an expert, I just love to talk fire and I’m not afraid to get into real & deep discussions. Everything I say is my own opinion and does not reflect the opinions of any agency or organization I am associated with.
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