
FireRescue1’s Better Every Shift Podcast spotlights the passion and perseverance of firefighters. Hosted by Madison, Wisconsin, Firefighter Aaron Zamzow, the show brings kitchen table conversations to the airwaves, always focused on solutions, positivity and the realities of station life. Zamzow and guests tackle myriad hot topics, whether fire service, news or even pop culture-focused, bringing s... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 299 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Government | |||

The man, the myth, the legend Gordon Graham returns to Better Every Shift to deliver several new doses of commonsense wisdom, including three things he would do if he ran the country. Gordon spotlights Lexipol’s upcoming First Responder Wellness Week... more
Mental health shouldn’t be treated as a crisis — it should be part of our operational readiness. That’s the charge from Captain Marc Wysocki, who joins Zam for a discussion on the cultural changes needed to address mental health, the implications of ... more
“If you build it, they will come” — a fourth shift with a 24/72 schedule, that is. Behind the Shield podcaster James Geering details the power of a shift schedule that not only allows firefighters to perform at their best but also attracts new member... more
Promotion is not preparation. Firefighters need training to step into the company officer role, just as company officers need guidance for advancing in their careers. Sarasota County (Florida) Battalion Chief Jesse Schilling shares resources that can... more
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I like the Aaron has real leaders in the fire service on his podcast and he lets them talk. I do feel for "the commander" it sounds like it may be hard to keep focused.....lol
I’ve been trying to listen to this podcast, I believe I heard about it on ems1 but haven’t been able to get any episodes to play yet.
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This show centers on how to improve life on the fire ground and within fire departments, with a strong emphasis on leadership, wellness, recruitment, safety, and data-informed decision making. Across episodes, recurring themes include shift scheduling reforms to combat burnout, firefighter mental health, training safety, and the integration of technology and data to enhance operations. Guests range from senior fire leaders and wellness experts to researchers discussing biomechanics, psychology, and AI, creating a practical mix of policy-level insight and frontline applicability. The programming often pairs actionable takeaways with real-world case studies from departments and events, making it useful for listeners who want tangible improvem... more
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Recent guests on Better Every Shift include:
1. Gordon Graham
2. Marc Wysocki
3. James Geering
4. Greg Sawyer
5. Jo-Ann Lorber
6. Janelle Fosket
7. Randy Bruegman
8. Chad Crouse
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