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Better Every Shift

FireRescue1
Fire Service
Mental Health
Leadership
Firefighting
Health and Wellness
Emergency Medical Services
Community Engagement
Firefighter Safety
First Responders
National Fire Academy
Community Risk Reduction
Training
Emergency Response
Wildfires
Firefighter Health
Artificial Intelligence
Firefighter Training
Resilience
NFPA Standards
Peer Support

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

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Latest Episodes

Community risk reduction doesn’t have to start with smoke alarms, fall prevention or another familiar program. Sometimes it starts with a firefighter asking, “What does our community actually need?” Cherry Grove (Michigan) Fire and Rescue Chiefs Noah... more

“Stop talking. Give me reps.” That’s the message from the What Firefighters Want survey report focused on training. Captain Lisa Burton joins Zam and Janelle to break down the survey findings, including the fact that motivation isn’t the issue; it’s ... more

As mark the 25-year remembrance of 9/11, FDNY Chief of Department John Esposito joins podcast hosts Lt. Aaron Zamzow, Jim Dudley and Rob Lawrence for a deeply personal conversation about 9/11, its enduring impact and the lessons that continue to shap... more

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The worst time to figure out how you’ll respond to trauma is after it happens. Resilience has to be built beforehand — through sleep, relationships, fitness, trusted peers and a culture where asking for help is part of the job, not a last resort. Tha... more

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Recent Guests

Noah Knauf
Chief, Cherry Grove Fire and Rescue
Cherry Grove Fire and Rescue
Episode: Dad 101: CRR beyond smoke alarms
Aaron Sogge
Chief of EMS, PIO, Emergency Services Education Program Director, Cherry Grove Fire and Rescue
Cherry Grove Fire and Rescue
Episode: Dad 101: CRR beyond smoke alarms
Lisa Burton
Captain, Castine Maine Fire Rescue Department; instructor and advocate for Until Everyone Goes Home
Castine Maine Fire Rescue Department
Episode: What firefighters really want from training
John Esposito
Chief of Department, New York City Fire Department
FDNY
Episode: What ‘Never Forget’ means 25 years later
Captain Frank Leto
Deputy Director, FDNY Counseling Service Unit; behavioral health coordinator for major events
FDNY Counseling Service Unit; IFF
Episode: Create your resilience protocol
Greg Ward
Chief of Fort Lupton Fire Protection District (Colorado)
Fort Lupton Fire Protection District
Episode: Inside a leadership think tank
Aaron Lipski
Chief, Milwaukee Fire Department
Milwaukee Fire Department
Episode: Learning to lead differently
Wesley Attwood
Doctor of Criminal Justice, senior investigator for the NIOSH Public Safety Program
NIOSH Public Safety Program
Episode: How to build company drills from NIOSH reports
Jim Barnhart
Captain, Mesa Arizona Fire Department
Mesa Fire Department
Episode: Today's fires demand a hazmat mindset

Host

Aaron Zamzow
Host of Better Every Shift, FireRescue1

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • real experts

    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

    Audible
    5
    Zackary H.
    United Statesa year ago
  • 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

    Audible
    5
    Zackary H.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Won’t play

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joelt_86
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Mix of leadership, safety, and wellness topics keeps coverage broad but relevant.
Guests bring deep expertise and actionable tips.
Focused, practical insights for real-world fire service operations.
Occasional playback issues mentioned by listeners.
Strong emphasis on safety culture and peer learning.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#132
United States/Government
Apple Podcasts
#60
Canada/Government
Apple Podcasts
#45
New Zealand/Government
Apple Podcasts
#201
Saudi Arabia/Government

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What ‘Never Forget’ means 25 years later
Q: What other positive things have you seen because of the incident besides improved incident management?
The creation of a more integrated inter-agency framework, stronger communications infrastructure like FirstNet, and a culture of systemic peer support and training that has spread across EMS and police as they learn to work together more effectively.
Inside a leadership think tank
Q: How did Think Tank start and evolve over time?
It began as an idea inspired by Chief Brunacini, started with about 20 people and eventually grew to around 40, maintaining a focus on diverse, non-hierarchical participation and practical leadership lessons.
Inside a leadership think tank
Q: What is a leadership think tank and how would you define it for someone who doesn't know what it is?
It's a networking group of leaders who come together to discuss leadership issues, support each other, share ideas, and walk away better prepared to lead, often with more questions but also new approaches they can apply.
How to build company drills from NIOSH reports
Q: What is the role of human factors in investigations?
Human factors were incorporated starting in 2023 to better understand decision-making, safety culture, and how cognitive, physical, and organizational elements influence outcomes.
How to build company drills from NIOSH reports
Q: How does a department initiate an investigation?
Departments submit a description of the incident through a web form, designate points of contact, and NIOSH decides, based on established criteria, whether to proceed with the investigation.

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What is Better Every Shift about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, firefighter-focused show that tackles operational realities, safety, leadership, and policy with a solutions-oriented mindset. Episodes frequently explore topics like EV incident response, hazmat and PPE, data modernization, grants and funding, and wellness—paired with candid storytelling from seasoned chiefs, investigators, and researchers. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on real-world applicability, cross-agency collaboration, and actionable takeaways for improving daily station life, safety culture, and career longevity. The format blends expert interviews with personal experiences, weaving in leadership, technology, and policy to help listeners perform better on every shift.

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Recent guests on Better Every Shift include:

1. Noah Knauf
2. Aaron Sogge
3. Lisa Burton
4. John Esposito
5. Captain Frank Leto
6. Greg Ward
7. Aaron Lipski
8. Wesley Attwood

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