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WFD Ops Talk

Eric Linnenburger
Fire Service
Leadership
Hazmat
Fire Department Operations
Mentorship
Training
Officer Development
Collaboration
Mission-Driven Culture
Accountability
Urban Search and Rescue
Gas Monitoring
Personal Protective Equipment
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Command Presence
Command Resonance
Emergency Services
Electric Vehicles
Hurricane Harvey
Communication

Ops Talk - Real conversations about fire department operations, tactics, and the people doing the work. Hosted by Westminster Fire Department Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger, featuring firefighters, officers, and subject matter experts from inside and outside the organization.

Each month, we explore the challenges facing modern fire service operations - from evolving tactics like electric vehicle ... more

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Latest Episodes

OpsTalk – Fire Lieutenant Profile: Part Two

Host: Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger

Guests: Lt. Nolan Bailey, Lt. Sam De Craen, Lt. Greg Schar

Episode Overview

In Part 2 of this conversation, Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger continues the discussion with... more

Host: Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger

Guests: Lt. Nolan Bailey, Lt. Sam De Craen, Lt. Greg Schar

Episode Overview

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger sits down with three fire lieutenants at very different stages o... more

Summary

In this episode of Ops Talk, Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger sits down with Fire Chief Kris Blume, author of "Carry the Fire: The Crucible of Leadership in the Fire Service." They discuss officer development, mission-driven culture, and the c... more

In this episode of the OpsTalk podcast, Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger interviews members of the Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) team, WFD Captain Scott Wilmes and WFD Engineer Bryce Nilsson. They discuss the motivations behind joining US&R, the vario... more

Welcome to the very first episode of Ops Talk! Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger introduces Westminster Fire Department's new operational training podcast and explains why we're creating this platform.

In this episode, we discuss:

The primary goal is t... more

In this episode of Ops Talk, Deputy Chief Eric Linnenburger and Lieutenant Ryan Meigel discuss the importance of the Hazmat team within the fire service, emphasizing leadership, motivation, and the value of involvement at both local and national leve... more

Welcome to Ops Talk, Westminster Fire Department's operational training podcast.

We're here to have real conversations about fire department operations, tactics, and the people doing the work. Hosted by Deputy Chief of Operations Eric Linnenburger, ... more

Summary

In this episode of the OpsTalk podcast, host Eric Linnenburger discusses the emerging challenges of battery fires, particularly those involving electric vehicles (EVs) and lithium-ion batteries, with Battalion Chiefs David Varney and Luke Gea... more

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Kris Blume
Fire Chief of the Meridian, Idaho Fire Department with over two decades of fire service experience
Meridian Fire Department
Episode: Fire Officer Development with Chief Kris Blume
Ryan Meigel
Lieutenant and Hazmat team coordinator at Westminster Fire Department
Westminster Fire Department
Episode: Hazmat, Organizational Involvement...and more - Ryan Meigel

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Eric Linnenburger
Deputy Chief of Operations, Eric Linnenburger hosts the podcast and focuses on enhancing operational knowledge and leadership within the fire service through discussions with various experts.

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Urban Search and Rescue - Scott Wilmes and Bryce Nilsson
Q: What makes being part of the USAR team unique?
You are surrounded by highly motivated individuals who are all passionate about training and improving their skills.
Urban Search and Rescue - Scott Wilmes and Bryce Nilsson
Q: How do you handle the emotional challenges of responding to disasters?
Having access to peer support and communicating regularly with family helps in processing those experiences.
Urban Search and Rescue - Scott Wilmes and Bryce Nilsson
Q: What motivated you to join the Urban Search and Rescue team?
I wanted to improve my skills and face new challenges as a medic specialist involved in special operations.

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What is WFD Ops Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around fire department operations, offering rich discussions about contemporary challenges and evolving tactics in the fire service. Topics frequently include officer development, the intricacies of urban search and rescue, and emerging operational needs like handling lithium-ion battery fires. Listeners can expect insights not just on firefighting tactics, but also on leadership, team dynamics, and the interpersonal aspects of firefighting. This podcast stands out by providing a platform for open conversations with firefighters and experts, fostering professional growth through shared experiences and lessons learned from real incidents. The style is approachable, likened to sitting around a kitchen table, making it rela... more

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2. Ryan Meigel

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