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Fire Science Show

Wojciech Wegrzynski
Fire Safety Engineering
Fire Safety
Building Integrated Photovoltaics
OFR Consultants
Compartment Fire
Photovoltaic Systems
Cross UK
The Uncovered Witness
Community Resilience
Critical Velocity
Wildland-Urban Interface
Flame Spread
Sustainability
Communication
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Boundary Conditions
Compartment Fires
Mental Health
Wildfire
Grenfell Tower

Fire Science Show is connecting fire researchers and practitioners with a society of fire engineers, firefighters, architects, designers and all others, who are genuinely interested in creating a fire-safe future. Through interviews with a diverse group of experts, we present the history of our field as well as the most novel advancements. We hope the Fire Science Show becomes your weekly source o... more

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Today we cover another branch of safety of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), that is explosion prevention in mitigation. I always thought you can either end with a fire or with an explosion, and boy I was wrong... but we will go back to this lat... more

A facility with 105 synchronized fans pushing hurricane-class wind across a full-size house while a live fire... This is not science fiction - this is a real research capacity that helps us re-shape our knowledge on the full scale building ignition, ... more

What can you learn after processing observations across 900 severe fires? A lot. Actually, I will send you to the paper straight away:

Evaluating 900 Potentially Harming Fires in Germany: Is the Prescriptive Building Code Effective? German Fire Depa... more

What do you expect from running a fire test? I would hope that it improves my state of knowledge. But do they do this? We often pursue them blindly, but it seems there is a way to do this in an informed way. 

In this episode we explore a rigorous, p... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Lorenz Boeck
Specialist in Battery Energy Storage Systems and Fire Safety
Rembe
Episode: 231 - BESS explosion prevention and mitigation with Lorenz Boeck and Nick Bartlett
Nick Bartlett
Fire Safety Expert specializing in Battery Energy Storage Systems
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Episode: 231 - BESS explosion prevention and mitigation with Lorenz Boeck and Nick Bartlett
Faraz Hedayati
Researcher at the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
Episode: 230 - Wind driven conflagration experiments with Faraz Hedayati
Björn Maiworm
High-level officer at Munich Fire Brigade
Munich Fire Brigade
Episode: 229 - Learning from 900 fires with Björn Maiworm
Andrea Franchini
Postdoctoral researcher at Ghent University involved with the ERC grant led by Ruben van Kool
University of Ghent
Episode: 228 - Quantifying the expected utility of fire tests with Andrea Franchini
Gianluca De Sanctis
Member of SFP Switzerland and participant in the development of the new fire code
Basler & Hoffman AG
Episode: 226 - New Swiss fire safety code with Gianluca De Sanctis and Sofia Kourgiantaki
Sofia Kourgiantaki
Fire protection expert and contributor to the case studies for the new fire code
Mikros Engineering Solutions
Episode: 226 - New Swiss fire safety code with Gianluca De Sanctis and Sofia Kourgiantaki
Noah Ryder
Representative from Fire and Risk Alliance
Fire and Risk Alliance
Episode: 225 - Battery Energy Storage Systems with Noah Ryder
Antonela Čolić
Researcher with a focus on mass timber and adhesive performance under thermal conditions.
OFR Consultants
Episode: 223 - Heat-induced delamination in CLT with Antonela Čolić

Host

Vojtěch Věkžinský
Host with expertise in fire science and safety, facilitating discussions with various experts across the field.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 190 ratings
  • Super content - please add transcripts!

    Recently found this useful show with lots of info and experience on fire science. Thank you to show and guests for sharing their knowledge. If possible, please can you add the transcript function to the older episodes? It comes up on the latest one but not early shows. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cblf2
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Superb

    Superb podcast with really good fire science information for the newcomer as well as the expert. I love the well-documented podcasts with many references to scientific articles and reference works. Marvellous soundtrack in episode 100. I would love to save it to my playlist on Apple Music but can’t find it. Please let me know if it is available!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dezebijnaamisnognietingebruik2
    Belgium2 years ago
  • A wonderfull listen

    Simply fantastic wonderful nerdy listen with an absolutely charming and terrific host.

    The show is properly beat suited for fire science interested people. But for this crowd it is an absolute must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nietronie
    Denmark3 years ago
  • A must-see reference

    Greetings from Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico! This program has been a delight to listen to, very nourishing and a great reference on the diversity of topics related to arson & fire research activities. Thanks for the initiative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JH Curicaveri
    Mexico3 years ago
  • Love this podcast. The caliber of the guests and content is exceptional.

    Podcast Addict
    DarthTiberiu5
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Features a diverse range of expert guests sharing valuable insights.
Informative and engaging, it covers the complexities of fire science effectively.
Highly rated for its well-structured content and engaging host, making it a must-listen for fire safety professionals.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into technical content and research developments.

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Apple Podcasts
#30
United States/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#31
Canada/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#11
Australia/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#40
Italy/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#41
Germany/Science/Physics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

229 - Learning from 900 fires with Björn Maiworm
Q: What are the implications of timber construction on fire safety?
Timber constructions can increase fire spread risks due to their flammability and require careful consideration in regulations.
229 - Learning from 900 fires with Björn Maiworm
Q: How can data improve fire safety designs?
Data allows for a more informed understanding of how buildings perform during fires, enabling better fire safety regulations and design improvements.
226 - New Swiss fire safety code with Gianluca De Sanctis and Sofia Kourgiantaki
Q: Why does Switzerland need a risk-based code or approach?
Gianluca states that the prescriptive code had limitations in terms of safety efficiency and adapting to modern needs.
226 - New Swiss fire safety code with Gianluca De Sanctis and Sofia Kourgiantaki
Q: Do you also see the risk-based approach and this new code as an opportunity to improve efficiency?
Sofia discusses using the new methodology for both public and private safety goods, highlighting its need for strategic investment.
226 - New Swiss fire safety code with Gianluca De Sanctis and Sofia Kourgiantaki
Q: How did you end up working on a new risk-based approach?
Gianluca explains he was a member of the SFP Switzerland and represented them in the stakeholder process to derive safety objectives.

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What is Fire Science Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast serves as a bridge between fire researchers and various professionals including engineers, architects, and firefighters, focusing on creating a fire-safe future. It features interviews with a diverse array of experts across the field, exploring both historical contexts and contemporary advancements in fire science. Topics range from fire dynamics and safety regulations to innovative technologies in fire safety, making it a comprehensive source for understanding complexities in fire engineering and safety practices. Unique aspects of the content include in-depth discussions of cutting-edge research, case studies, and real-world applications endorsed by experts in the industry, aiming to educate and inspire those interested in fi... more

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1. Dr. Lorenz Boeck
2. Nick Bartlett
3. Faraz Hedayati
4. Björn Maiworm
5. Andrea Franchini
6. Gianluca De Sanctis
7. Sofia Kourgiantaki
8. Noah Ryder

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