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DOPEandTAPE
by Dope Tape
Just some sprinkler guys trying to start a conversation
Episodes
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DOPE and TAPE ep165 Fire Tech Productions
This episode of the Dope and Tape Show features a discussion with CEO Lisa and Instructor Rob from Fire Tech, a company that provides fire protection training and resources. They emphasize detailed, in-depth training based on industry standards like NFPA 25. They offer online courses, in-person...
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DOPE and TAPE ep164 Jacqueline Wilmot
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features Jacqueline Wilkowski, a project manager at the NFPA Research Foundation. She discusses her career path, the role of the Research Foundation, and various research projects related to fire protection and firefighter safety. The NFPA Research…
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DOPE and TAPE ep163 BLAZEMASTER
This episode of the Dope and Tape show is all about BlazeMaster fire sprinkler systems. They bring on Ryan, a national sales manager for BlazeMaster, to answer common questions and clear up misconceptions. Lainey Headed up marketing, product, sales, and innovation strategy for Lubrizol Advanced...
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DOPE and TAPE ep162 Kalli Stull
The Dope and Tape Show, episode 162, hosted an interview with Kalli Stull, a female manufacturing manager at Lubrizol, a company that produces BlazeMaster fire sprinkler pipe. Kalli discussed her career journey, starting with her co-op program at Purdue University where she studied chemical...
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DOPE and TAPE ep161 Special Hazards
This is a conversation between four fire protection professionals Bobby and Brian, Scot, and Todd, are special hazards experts. They discuss various aspects of the fire protection industry. They delve into the unique challenges and rewards of working with special hazards systems like clean…
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DOPE and TAPE ep160 Mark Hopkins
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features Mark Hopkins, a fire protection engineer with extensive experience in the field. He began his career working for his father's sprinkler installation company, where he gained hands-on experience in various roles.He pursued fire protection engineering...
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DOPE and TAPE ep159 MARVET
This episode of the Dope and Tape show is a lively discussion between Brian, Bobby, and Raquel, a fan favorite, three fire protection professionals, with a focus on the importance of professional development and continuous learning in their field. They delve into the value of certifications like...
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DOPE and TAPE ep158 UBR - K9
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features an interview with members of UBR-K9, a volunteer search and rescue unit based in Mexico City. This entirely volunteer-run organization uses trained dogs to locate and rescue people (and animals) trapped in disaster zones, primarily in Mexico but…
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DOPE and TAPE ep157 live from Ukraine
This is a fascinating conversation! It's incredible to hear firsthand about the challenges and resilience of fire protection professionals in Ukraine during the war. The war has significantly impacted the fire protection industry in Ukraine. Work initially stopped completely, and even after...
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DOPE and TAPE ep156 RedCollar Retro & JB
Red Collar Retro (chad) Brick Squad (JB) join Bobby and Brian. They discuss a variety of topics. They had to switch to YouTube due to problems with Twitch. They plan to attend the AFSA conference and the Blazemaster 40th anniversary event. They talk about their experiences with different brands…
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DOPE and TAPE ep155 Tim Frilling
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features a conversation with Tim Frilling, a fire protection professional with 20 years of experience. They discuss various aspects of the fire protection trade, including. Tim shares an incident where a misinstalled pipe caused significant flooding in a...
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DOPE and TAPE ep154 THE Matt Bass
This is a lively and informal discussion between two fire protection professionals, Brian and Bobby, with 3X guest Matt Bass. They talk about their experiences at the NFPA conference, new technology like Brian's camera glasses, and industry trends. They presented at NFPA and were excited to share...
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DOPE and TAPE ep153 Mama Sprinky (Ana) #2
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features Anna, a returning guest, female sprinkler fitter, and foreman from Local 669. She shares her journey into the fire protection trade and her passion for recruiting more women and minorities into the field. She was initially recruited for a sprinkler...
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DOPE and TAPE ep152 Monica
This episode of the Dope Tape Show features Monica Carpio, a fire safety engineer from Costa Rica. She discusses the state of fire protection in Costa Rica, the challenges they face, and the progress they've made since 2005. A devastating hospital fire in 2005, which resulted in numerous deaths,...
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DOPE and TAPE ep151 FireTech
This is an episode of the Dope and Tape show, featuring Rob and Lisa from Fire Tech, a company that provides fire protection training and resources. The episode focuses on fire pump maintenance and testing, with expert Wills Lacrosse leading the discussion. Wills emphasizes the importance of...
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DOPE and TAPE ep150 FFSA
This is a podcast episode featuring Laurel, Christy, and Justin from the Florida Fire Sprinkler Association (FFSA). They're discussing the "Do You Know" campaign, an initiative aimed at educating people about fire sprinklers and dispelling common myths. The "Do You Know" Campaign was inspired by...
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DOPE and TAPE ep149 Kacee Paige
This is a lively and informal podcast episode featuring hosts Brian and Bobby, and their guest Kacee. They discuss a range of topics relevant to the fire protection industry. Kacee shares how she got into fire protection, her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field, and the challenges she...
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DOPE and TAPE ep148 Welder Mcgavin
Welder Mcgav is a sprinkler pipe welder. Topics brushed up on, NFPA Conference. They discuss their experiences at the recent NFPA conference, including meeting people they've only interacted with online, the size and scope of the conference compared to other industry events, and their interest in...
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DOPE and TAPE ep147 Katie Meehan
This episode of the Dope and Tape show features Katie Meehan, a marketing professional in the fire protection industry. They discuss various topics related to the fire protection industry including Marketing and social media in the fire protection industry: They talk about the challenges and...
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DOPE and TAPE ep144 Live From BOBBY GARAGE
This conversation offers a glimpse into the camaraderie and humor shared among fire sprinkler professionals. They discuss practical tips and techniques, showcase new tools, and express appreciation for their supportive community
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DOPE and TAPE ep143 Jared ( 3D Model )
Jared is a Fire Sprinkler Design Manager in Massachusetts. This episode provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of fire sprinkler design and installation. The conversation is informative and engaging, offering valuable insights for professionals in the field. Showcasing 3D models, 3D…
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DOPE and TAPE ep142 Vanessa Avalos
Vanessa Avalos is a returning guest to the Dope and Tape Show, she’s a civil engineer at Alerta Prevenção (alert prevention) in Brazil. She designs fire protection systems, including sprinklers, hydrants, and emergency lighting, and also conducts building inspections. She explains that the fire...
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DOPE and TAPE ep141 Gabe
Bobby and Brian met Gabe at General Air’s manufacturing plant in philly. They linked up as they were leaving. Bobby asked him to come on the show and he agreed. Gabe works for Core and Main, his role there is running Core & Main’s fire pump program (technical manager for fire pumps), quotes for…
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DOPE and TAPE ep140 Fire Tech
Rob Stewart & Jamie Moan, two FireTech instructors join the show , Brian and Bobby announce that The Dope and Tape show is partnering up with Fire Tech to have discounted classes for the viewers of the show. This show is big on education. NFPA 25 NICET I prep course is the first offer. FIRE TECH...
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DOPE and TAPE ep146 Protecto Wire
This is a conversation between fire protection professionals, Brian, Bobby. They have two guests, Amy and Gary, from Protecto-Wire, a company that manufactures linear heat detection (LHD) cable. Protecto-Wire, They manufacture LHD cable in Massachusetts and ship it worldwide. They've been in...
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DOPE and TAPE ep139 Inspect Point
Drew Slocum returns to the show, Drew is Chief Strategy Officer & CoFounder @ Inspect Point, The Fire Protection Podcast, Fire Protection Software for Fire Protection Specialists. He is from Connecticut Inspect Point sponsors the show. They transform your approach to fire protection & security...
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DOPE and TAPE ep145 American Backflow
This episode of the Dope and Tape Show features a sponsored interview with representatives from American Backflow, Andrew, John, and Doug. American Backflow a company specializing in backflow preventer parts and repair services. Topics include, American Backflow's exceptional customer service,...
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DOPE and TAPE ep138 Jeremy Box
Jeremy Box joins the Dope and Tape show. Former retail worker turned assistant manager who got tired of working on the weekends, holidays, and long hours. Found his calling to fire protection on a Craigslist ad to be an apprentice for 11$/hr. With Cintas Fire Protection he's killing the game as...
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DOPE and TAPE ep137 Michelle & Jeannene
Jeannene and Brian are in Florida, Michelle Muir Tommy Houde’s protege and co-worker join the show. Jeannene is a Licensed Fire Protection Contractor, and NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist, Consultant & Trainer. Michelle Muir is Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguisher Inspector at Johnson…
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DOPE and TAPE ep135 Recovery
Chad,Tommy, and Kenco join Brian and Bobby, for one of the most important episodes to date. The boys open up on alcoholism and drugs not just in the workplace but in regular life. Also how sobriety led them to where theyare today striving and prospering as fire protection pioneers and one plumber...
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DOPE and TAPE ep134 Chris SPP PUMP
Returning guest Chris is back on the show, he is a National Sales Manager at SPP pumps based out of Georgia. Brian starts off the show by doing a giveaway. He asksthe youtube chat questions whoever answers right first wins, the first item on the line is “1-2” high speed dies for the Ridgid 300...
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DOPE and TAPE ep133 FireSprinklerGuy
Both Bobby and Brian are going live remotely,Carlos Nuñez better known on his social media as the FireSprinklerGuy is back on the show , Based in Miami, the Firesprinklerguy is a dedicated fire sprinkler contractor committed to protecting lives and property through top-notch fire safety…
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DOPE and TAPE ep132 Ray Castillo
Meet Ray Castillo, UA Local 669 sprinkler fitter out of Denver, Colorado. Local 669 is over 15,000 members strong throughout the United States. Their members areon the front lines for providing lifesaving, property saving Fire Sprinkler and Suppression Systems. He is an instructor and he loves it...
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DOPE and TAPE ep136 Brittany Reschke
First time guest Brittany Reschke joins the Dope and Tape Show, she is from Syracuse, New York.She is a Fire Service Sales Manager (Syracuse, Buffalo, Albany,Rochester and Vermont) for Johnson Controls. She leads a sales team that spans four districts: Syracuse/Endicott, Rochester, Buffalo…
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DOPE and TAPE ep131 Brian vs Darryl
Darryl from Calgary, Alberta, Canada ey joins the show, he has been doing sprinklers since 2007 he is currently a journeyman sprinkler fitter since 2013 he has experience in multiple different fields from commercial, service ,residential ,industrial. He comes on to have a sale off with Brian…
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DOPE and TAPE ep130 Alex Higgins
Brian’s former apprentice & brother in law Alex is back on this installment of theDope and Tape Show. P Rictus, a youtube chatter, stirs the pot early on theshow saying hot chicks in the intro would make the show better as Bobby’sstache deters viewers. They speak on Alex’s advancements in the…
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DOPE and TAPE ep129 FIRE PUMPS
This episode revolves around all things fire pumps. The boys open up a Q&A withthe live chat on any fire pump related questions, we have three smart and wellrounded guys tagging along. Bobby and Brian are joined by returning guest WillsLacrosse, Wills has serviced, maintained, or performed...
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DOPE and TAPE ep128 Ruiz Renovations
The Dope and Tape show welcomes Brian’s good friend Joel Ruiz. Joel is the Owner & Project Manager of Ruiz Renovations. He is the hands on expert behind every home makeover. From planning to execution , he ensures every detail is handled with precision and care. At Ruiz Renovations Based in...
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DOPE and TAPE ep127 TOMMY HOUDE
After a scheduled guest cancels, the boys scramble to find a guest, Bobby sends out a bird call, luckily Fan favorite Tommy answers. The boys catch up on life, and on what they are currently doing in the fire sprinkler world. Also how cool the blue collar broadcast was an episode before this.
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BLUECOLLAR BROADCASTING DOPEandTAPE EP1 GENERAL AIR
Our first episode of BLUECOLLAR BROADCASTING!!! This is a series we will keep separate whenever we are together or at a "round table" so to speak it will always be considered BLUECOLLARBROADCASTING live from where ever we may be!!! Bobby, Brian, and Chad try something new on this episode of the...
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DOPE and TAPE ep126 Design and Coordination Ryan
Ryan and Bobby are from the same town and went to school together, we discuss the design aspect of the industry. Ryan is an engineer, he does 3D drafting, BIM coordination. He explains all things an engineer does on a day to day basis. Ryan touches on all the programs he uses as an electrical...
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DOPE and TAPE ep125 SAL
Our good friend Sal is a water plant operator The Dope and Tape show has hit 1,000subscribers, thank you to all the listeners. Sal joins the show; he is a water plant operator, and a volunteer fireman in Long Island, New York. Sal tells us about dealing with inspectors in New York, companies not...
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DOPE and TAPE ep124 Kenny G
Our Brother Kenny G Always gets the job done Kenny returns to the Dope and Show, Brian is excited for him to be back on. Kenny tells his sprinkler stories, the good and the bad. Sch 40 is a killer sometimes. Repair and retro work is not for everyone.
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DOPE and TAPE ep123 SPP PUMP RECAP
Chat after our trip to SPP PUMP Special Wednesday show alert, due to wifi issues they rescheduled this episode, Bobby and Brian are joined by Hydra-tap inventor Jeremy, and Justin Hassell from Ferguson Fire and Fabrication. They discuss their recent trip to SPP pump’s Lab and how impressive they...
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DOPE and TAPE ep122 Joe Saffer
Our Friend Joe Joins us, Owner of American Fire systems Boot giveaway winner and former firefighter Joe Safferjoins the Dope and Tape Show, Joe's father starteda fire protection company in 1976 and Joe Started running it about 1984. He's been in the trade for almost 50 years. He describes his…
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DOPE and TAPE ep121 Vegas Valley Fire Matt
Our Friend Matt joins us, owner of VVF Matt Crelly has been a part of the VVFP organization since 2006 and has over 18 years of experience in the fire protection industry. He holds Nevada G, B, and F Card Licenses and is Certified in Backflow Prevention. Matt manages the Service and...
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DOPE and TAPE ep120 LRJ Mechanical
Our friend Steve joins us, Owner of LRJ Meet Steve Sanginario, President of LRJMechanical Corp. Located in Kings Park, New York. At LRJ Mechanical Corp they specializein all aspects of the fire sprinkler industry. New construction, repairs,inspection, testing, and fire pump flow testing. They…
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DOPE and TAPE ep119 NAFPCO
We are joined by the owners of NAFPCO, husband and wife, Mitch and Beckie Bortner On this episode of the Dope and Tapeshow the boys chat with returning guest and their new boss Beckie Bortner. She is the President of NAFPCO. Beckie comes on to give us insight on what jobs/role Bobby and Brian…
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DOPE and TAPE ep117 RIPTIDE
Jeremy Bradfield, the inventor of theHydra-tap, Riptide, among other cutting edge tools in the fire protection industry joins the show. Brian demos on how to use these tools in his living room....
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DOPE and TAPE ep118 Chris
Today’s guest on the Dope and Tape show isn't in the industry. He works in the oilfield, his name is Chris Eisan , heis from Northern Alberta, Canada ey. He is currently drilling holes in the sand so they can build a mine around it. He operates on a dual rotary rig. In the Spring Chris works...
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