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Leadership Under Fire

Leadership Under Fire
Leadership
Firefighting
FDNY
Leadership Under Fire
Baltimore City Fire Department
Mental Performance Initiative
Resilience
New York City Fire Department
Fire Service
Mental Performance
Emergency Management
Milwaukee Fire Department
Mentorship
Education
Marine Corps
Emergency Services
Military Experience
September 11th
Nutrition
Human Performance Optimization

The Leadership Under Fire Humanizing the Narrative Podcast provides a platform to prepare performance leaders to navigate the moral, mental, emotional, intellectual and physical rigors in high-risk and ultra-competitive settings by developing strength of mind, body, character and critical thought.

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Joseph John Vigiano is a former U.S. Marine and currently serves as a Detective with the NYPD's Emergency Service Unit (ESU), where he is assigned to Squad 7 in Brooklyn.

Joe is a 2015 graduate of SUNY Maritime College, where he earned a Bachelor of... more

Captain Andrew Serra spent 25 years with the FDNY, beginning his career as a Firefighter in Ladder 131, with rotations in Engine 231 and Engine 155, before moving to Squad 1. He later served as a Lieutenant in Engine 231 and ultimately as Captain of ... more

Jerry Smith Jr. is a 24-year veteran of the Baltimore City Fire Department.   He is assigned to Truck Co. 5 and presently detailed to Rescue Co. 1.  He was previously assigned to Truck Company 15.  Jerry is a twenty year member of the BCFD’s Dive Tea... more

Since our formal inception more than a decade ago, the Leadership Under Fire (LUF) team has championed professional reading as a cornerstone of operational excellence. A close study of history’s most effective, mission-oriented leaders reveals a cons... more

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Recent Guests

Joseph John Vigiano
Detective with NYPD Emergency Service Unit; veteran and public-safety leader
New York Police Department
Episode: A Reflection on Service and Resilience with Det Joseph Vigiano, NYPD
Andrew Serra
Captain, FDNY (Retired); author of Tradition Continues and Hell's Hundred Acres
FDNY
Episode: Calm Leadership in Hell’s Hundred Acres with Capt Andrew Serra FDNY (Ret)
Jerry Smith Jr
Public safety diver, 24-year veteran of the Baltimore City Fire Department; Dive Team member and public safety scuba instructor
Baltimore City Fire Department
Episode: Leading at the Unit Level with Jerry Smith Jr. BCFD
Lieutenant Colonel Charlie Black USMC (Ret)
Guest on the episode; retired USMC lieutenant colonel with extensive frontline leadership experience
United States Marine Corps
Episode: Exploring Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning” Part 2 with LtCol Charlie Black USMC (Ret)
Charlie Black
Retired US Marine Corps lieutenant colonel and leadership expert
United States Marine Corps (Ret)
Episode: Exploring Viktor Frankl’s “Man's Search for Meaning” with LtCol Charlie Black USMC (Ret)
Mike O'Connell
FDNY Lieutenant, guest on the episode
FDNY
Episode: Listening Makes Everyone Better with Lt Mike O'Connell FDNY
Bob Athanas
FDNY firefighter, Rescue 3 veteran, president of SAFER Inc.
SAFER Inc.; FDNY
Episode: Revisiting Jim McNamara’s Senior Man Feature Episode with FF Bob Athanas, FDNY
Dr. Dillon Caswell
Board-certified sports specialist doctor of physical therapy and author of the book "Hope Not Nope".
Hope Not Nope Performance and Physical Therapy
Episode: Movement is Medicine with Dr. Dillon Caswell PT, DPT, SCS
Lieutenant Colonel Gareth Kip Hughes
Naval aviator and US Marine Reserves leader, discussing leadership and personal development.
Episode: Principled Leadership with LtCol Kip Hughes

Hosts

Chris Horgan
Longtime host with a focus on leadership in high-stakes environments.
Jim McNamara
Co-host and regular interviewer focusing on unit-level leadership and performance.
Tim Clark
Guest-facing host contributing perspectives on leadership in high-stakes settings.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • Great for anyone working in stressful environments

    As a Police Officer we often deal with many of the same emotional stressors as firefighters. This is a great podcast for learning how to properly identify and execute the needs for human performance in a stressful environment. Highly recommend for all public safety professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dpawling1286
    United States3 years ago
  • Great for anyone

    Great content, really shows the way leadership in military and civil sector translates into the private sectors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tax Dan
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring

    A testament to what leadership really is and why we need people of honor and integrity now more than ever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adacas
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Great insights from people that work in consequential situations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanks887766
    United States5 years ago
  • Special Ops Chief Pat Maloney CFD

    The best of the best of officers and leaders in the fire service. From the fireground to the Honor Guard he’s an all around warrior.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hi oooo
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guest diversity spans firefighting, military, health, and athletics, offering cross-domain insights.
The show is highly valued by public safety professionals for practical leadership tools.
Listeners praise the emphasis on mental performance and resilience in high-risk work.

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Calm Leadership in Hell’s Hundred Acres with Capt Andrew Serra FDNY (Ret)
Q: What core leadership qualities did you learn from Captain Higgins that you carried forward?
Calmness, preparedness, and a focus on fundamentals—like the idea of 'hitting singles'—were the core habits; they built a culture where everyone stayed professional, prepared, and community-focused.
Continuing a Legacy of Service and Humanity with Lt Christopher Horgan FDNY
Q: Could you talk to us about what it was like from your perspective when you got on in 2005?
Lieutenant Horgan felt a need to stay humble and learn from the experienced firefighters, recognizing that their collective knowledge laid the foundation for his career.
Movement is Medicine with Dr. Dillon Caswell PT, DPT, SCS
Q: What do you think are some of the career killer injuries that occur in firefighting?
The number one injury that can end a firefighter's career is a low back injury, along with cardiovascular issues, both of which are somewhat preventable with proper training and physical preparedness.
Movement is Medicine with Dr. Dillon Caswell PT, DPT, SCS
Q: What are some recommendations for these tactical athletes to optimize their performance and recovery?
Caswell emphasizes the importance of focusing on fundamental aspects such as sleep, nutrition, and purposeful engagement in their roles to maintain performance and recovery.
Leadership, Longevity and a Love for the Job with Assistant Chief Donald Heinbuch BCFD (RET)
Q: What advice would you give to anyone facing retirement?
Ensure there's balance in your life and engage in hobbies or activities that bring joy beyond work.

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What is Leadership Under Fire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on leadership, high-stakes performance, and human factors in dangerous professions. Episodes routinely explore frontline leadership, teamwork under stress, resilience, and lessons drawn from firefighting, military service, and emergency response. Guests include seasoned first responders, medical and athletic professionals, and military leaders, all sharing practical tools for managing pressure, decision-making, and culture in ultra-demanding environments. Notable threads include debrief practices, mentorship, mental performance, and the role of meaning and purpose in sustaining mission-focused teams. The format often blends historical case studies with contemporary leadership theory, offering actionable takeaways for listen... more

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Recent guests on Leadership Under Fire include:

1. Joseph John Vigiano
2. Andrew Serra
3. Jerry Smith Jr
4. Lieutenant Colonel Charlie Black USMC (Ret)
5. Charlie Black
6. Mike O'Connell
7. Bob Athanas
8. Dr. Dillon Caswell

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