Professional Fire Fighters Union of Indiana

Drew Conner from Sharp Performance joins the program to discuss “Firefighter Syndrome” - the long-term mental and behavioral effects that can develop over years in the fire service, including hyper-vigilance, sleep disruption, difficulty disconnecting from the job, and the lasting impact of repeated stress and trauma.

President Tony Murray, Vice President Hank Harris, and Political Director Cody Leever provide a recap of the 2026 Session of the Indiana General Assembly. They discuss priority bills from the session and provide a full report from the 2026 session. Full Legislative Report: https://tinyurl.com/e5mn6b9s

Hamilton County Professional Fire Fighters Local 4416 member Jason Gibbons joins President Tony Murray to discuss his journey battling occupational cancer.

President Tony Murray, Vice President Hank Harris, and Political Director/Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs Cody Leever discuss the 2026 Legislative Session, and pieces of legislation the PFFUI is following.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Hank Harris recap the fall district meetings, highlight Movember and the importance of men’s health awareness, and discuss firehouse cooking during the holiday season.

The IAFF 8th District State Presidents join President Tony Murray from the 8th District Conference in Indianapolis. Chuck Sullivan, President of the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois, Joe Baer, President of the Kentucky Professional Firefighters, Matt Sahr, President of the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, and John Harvey, President of the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters discuss their beginnings in the fire service, and their path to union leadership.

President Tony Murray is joined by Hamilton County Professional Fire Fighters Local 4416 President Jim Butts, and the Executive Director of the Illinois Police Benevolent Labor Committee, David Amerson. President Butts discusses the parallels of being an active member of your local and a productive member of your fire department. Executive Director Amerson discusses the history of labor.

PFFUI Communications Director Erik Scheub and Communications Specialists Tim Gallagher, Nick Pabon, and Kenny Woosley join President Tony Murray to discuss the importance of communication, Topics include: communication at the local level, best practices, planning, and the use of Artificial Intelligence.

The PFFUI Principal Officers deliver a comprehensive recap of the 49th PFFUI Convention, highlighting key moments and decisions. They also provide a preview of the upcoming Summer Legislative Tour and share important updates on future events.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Hank Harris provide a recap of the 2025 Session of the Indiana General Assembly. President Murray and VP Harris discuss Priority Bills from the session, and provide a preview of the 49th PFFUI Convention. Timestamps for Bills of Note: SB 388 (Pension Enhancement) – 3:22 HB 1020 (COLA and Death Benefit) – 10:20 SEA 1 (Local Government Finance) - 23:30

President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub speak with PFFUI 4th District Vice President and Indianapolis Professional Firefighters Local 416 Vice President Paul Cloyd. Paul talks about this career in the fire service and how he became involved in union leadership.

Indiana Representative from the Firefighter Cancer Support Network Steve Bauer joins the program. Steve talks about his personal experience with occupational cancer, and resources available from the FCSN. To access resources from the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, visit firefightercancersupport.org, or call 866-994-3276.

President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub speak with PFFUI 2nd District Vice President and Fort Wayne Metro Firefighters Local 124 President Jeremy Bush. Jeremy talks about his career in the in the fire service, becoming a union leader, and shares details on the 49th PFFUI Convention in May.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Hank Harris discuss the 2025 Indiana Legislative Session and pieces of legislation the PFFUI is following.

President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub discuss the 2024 election, the upcoming legislative session, the Social Security Fairness Act, IAFF organizing efforts in Indiana, and upcoming events in 2025.

President Tony Murray is joined by Indianapolis Fire Department Fire Chief Ernest Malone and Vice President Hank Harris to discuss the Labor/Management relationship, the Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association, and the impact of the PFFUI in the fire service.

President Tony Murray is joined by the Regional Coordinators of the PFFUI Peer Support Network to discuss the program and services offered to members across the state of Indiana.

President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub provide members with updates on the summer legislative tour, political action, legislative priorities, and upcoming events.

President Tony Murray recaps the 48TH Convention of the PFFUI. Newly elected PFFUI Vice President Hank Harris and Secretary-Treasurer JC Mitchell discuss their new roles.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Mike Whited discuss legislation that the PFFUI supported and testified in favor of during the 2024 Indiana Legislative Session that has been signed into law by Governor Eric Holcomb.

Dr. Yazel joins President Tony Murray and VP Mike Whited to discuss mobile integrated health, paramedic and EMT recruitment, and mental health for front line providers.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Mike Whited discuss the 2024 Indiana Legislative Session and pieces of legislation the PFFUI is following.

Indianapolis Fire Department Coordinator of Fire Fighter Wellness and Support, Brandon Dreiman, joins President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub to discuss fire fighter mental health and wellness.

International Association of Fire Fighters 8th District Vice President Mark Sanders joins President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub.

International Association of Fire Fighters General Secretary-Treasurer Frank Líma joins President Tony Murray and Communications Director Erik Scheub to discuss his position at the IAFF.

President Tony Murray discusses the 2023 Legislative Tour, upcoming workshops and events, and announces dates for the fall district meetings. Guest Keith Karlson discusses the upcoming Merit Systems Workshop and common legal issues he has seen working with locals. The contents of this podcast is not intended to provide legal advice or opinions of any kind. You should not act, or refrain from acting, based solely upon the information provided in this podcast without first seeking legal or other professional advice.

President Tony Murray provides a brief recap on the 47th PFFUI State Convention in Terre Haute and discusses the Indiana Professional Fire Fighters PAC. 2nd District Vice President Cody Leever joins the podcast to discuss political action.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Mike Whited provide the final update from the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

President Tony Murray recaps the IAFF Legislative Conference, gives an update on the 2023 Indiana General Assembly, and shares important information on the PFFUI State Convention. State Convention Golf Outing Info: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 Hulman Links 9900 Chamberlain St. Terre Haute, IN 47803 Registration: 11:30 AM Lunch 12:00 PM Start: 1:00 PM One player: $100 - Foursome: $400 More info or to register, (812) 243-0250

President Tony Murray and Vice President Mike Whited provide an update on legislation the PFFUI is tracking at the half way point of the 2023 Legislative Session. Gary Firefighters Local 359 President Larry Tillman joins President Murray and Erik to discuss his fire fighting career and union involvement.

President Tony Murray and Vice President Mike Whited join Communications Director Erik Scheub to discuss the 2023 Indiana Legislative Session, and the Professional Fire Fighters Union of Indiana legislative priorities.