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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
Boundary Conditions
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Compartment Fires
Wildfire Safety Engineering
Mental Health
Wildfire

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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A fire in an informal settlement is not just another small building fire. It can be the first domino in a fast-moving neighborhood event, and the little details like the wall material, roof material, door location, even a light breeze, can decide wha... more

Being a part of broader civil engineering and built environment sciences, we have the unique opportunity to learn from other "sister" disciplines, rather than coming up with everything on our own. Especially, when those disciplines have 100+ years of... more

Is it too late to start with the AI in 2026? It wen't so far, does it still make sense to get interested in this technology?

Absolutely. Today we sit down with MZ Naser of Clemson University to map a clear, useful path for engineers who want results... more

I’m not stressed by AI itself. I’m stressed by the insatiable greed of those who profit from it, even if it means sacrificing large parts of the population. I'm also stressed about how ruthlessly it can be abused to cause deliberate harm.

In this ep... more

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Recent Guests

Negar Elhami-Khorasani
Professor, structural engineer
University at Buffalo
Episode: 242 - Learning from Earthquake Engineering with Negar Elhami-Khorasani and Justin Moresco
Justin Moresco
Structural engineer, earthquake engineer
Applied Technology Council
Episode: 242 - Learning from Earthquake Engineering with Negar Elhami-Khorasani and Justin Moresco
MZ Naser
Professor/Researcher in AI applications to civil engineering, Clemson University
Clemson University
Episode: 241 - Opportunities with AI (in 2026) with MZ Naser
Ali Rangwala
Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Episode: 237 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 18 - Explosions with Ali Rangwala and Lorenz Boeck
Lorenz Boeck
Chief Scientific Officer at Rembe and Adjunct Professor at WPI
Rembe
Episode: 237 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 18 - Explosions with Ali Rangwala and Lorenz Boeck
Lazaros Filippidis
From the Fire Safety Engineering Group at Greenwich University
University of Greenwich
Episode: 235 - A Repeating Tragedy with Lazaros Filippidis
George Boustras
Professor at European University, Cyprus, and expert in safety science
European University, Cyprus
Episode: 234 - Building a fire safety culture with George Boustras
Danielle Antonelis
Founder of Kindling, focusing on fire safety in low-resource settlements
Kindling
Episode: 233 - Safety as a moving target with Danielle Antonelis
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

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Layperson here- love it!

    I am just an ordinary person- I have almost no understanding of physics and firefighting. Seriously, it’s an embarrassment.

    And yet! This podcast is *fascinating*!! It moves at a perfect pace, and the content is made fascinating and accessible by the host.

    (Irrelevant aside: I do have a background in research, however, and I am impressed with the host giving credit and praise to the grad students he works with. Wish I had an advisor like him back in the day!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RunningCzar
    United States2 months ago
  • 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
    Belgium3 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is praised for bridging academia and practice, with strong emphasis on safety culture and real-world impact.
Many appreciate the practical takeaways and robust discussions on fire dynamics and safety engineering.
Listeners find the host accessible while keeping technical depth, making complex topics approachable.
Guests are described as authoritative and well-referenced, boosting trust in the content.
Some listeners wish for transcripts to improve accessibility and referenceability.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#24
United States/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#21
Canada/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#19
Australia/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#25
Germany/Science/Physics
Apple Podcasts
#50
France/Science/Physics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

239 - Assessing post-fire structural damage in tunnels with Negar Elhami-Khorasani
Q: What are the factors that influence spalling?
Moisture content, temperature, high-strength vs low-strength concrete, and the stiffness of the concrete all influence the likelihood and severity of spalling.
239 - Assessing post-fire structural damage in tunnels with Negar Elhami-Khorasani
Q: How is high temperature damaging to the tunnels?
High temperatures can lead to structural changes, including stress buildup in rebar and spalling of the concrete.
237 - Fire Fundamentals pt. 18 - Explosions with Ali Rangwala and Lorenz Boeck
Q: How do you think this field needed a whole program related to it?
The reason is the world is moving towards a direction of carbon-neutral energy which means renewables, hydrogen, biofuels, and storage of energy in batteries. The hazard due to an explosion is much greater as you start storing more energy in less volume.
232 - 2025 Wrap up episode - How fires turn into catastrophies
Q: Is fire preventable?
The obvious answer is no; it's impossible to get rid of fire as it's such a complex phenomenon.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Science Show

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

The show focuses on fire science, safety engineering, and real-world applications of research to practice. Across episodes, listeners hear researchers, educators, and industry practitioners discussing topics like fire modeling, explosion protection, BESS safety, structural fire safety, and large-scale fire experiments. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on bridging academia and field work, plus practical safety culture and policy considerations. The host often surfaces cutting-edge methods, regulatory trends, and case studies, making it helpful for engineers, firefighters, regulators, and safety officers aiming to deepen technical understanding and stay current on advancements.

A standout trait is the guest diversity, ranging from universit... more

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1. Negar Elhami-Khorasani
2. Justin Moresco
3. MZ Naser
4. Ali Rangwala
5. Lorenz Boeck
6. Lazaros Filippidis
7. George Boustras
8. Danielle Antonelis

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