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The C.A.N. Report

Mike Goldstein
Fire Service
Leadership
Mental Health
FDIC
Fire Service Culture
Bears Of the Oath
Fire Service Leadership
Mentorship
Training
Firefighting
Migraines
Ladders
Cancer
Education
Fitness
Recruitment and Retention
Social Media
Culture
Key City Fire Conference
Boston Marathon

Welcome to The CAN Report Project! The channel dedicated to real conversations about fire service leadership, firefighter culture, toxic leadership, officer development, and modern fire training. This isn’t surface-level motivation. This is about fixing what’s broken inside the firehouse. On this channel, we cover: Fire service leadership development Toxic leadership in the fire service Firehouse ... more

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In this episode, I sit down with Jazmyne Alston, a firefighter /EMT from Douglas County Fire and EMS, as she shares how she found her calling in emergency services after starting in healthcare.

Jazmyne opens up about the grind of balancing school, ... more

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In this episode Jonathan Brumley, Lieutenant with the Denver Fire Department, talks us through engine company fundamentals, hose and nozzle selection, and the realities of standpipe and high-rise operations. The conversation is especially useful for ... more

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In this episode, I sit down with retired Deputy Chief Frank Viscuso for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, failure, and the fire service culture that shapes both.

Frank shares hard-earned lessons from decades in New Jersey fire service, ... more

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In this heartfelt episode, Eric Wuensch shares his powerful journey through traumatic events, departmental changes, and the importance of mental health, family, and brotherhood in the fire service. His openness provides valuable lessons for first res... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Viscuso
Deputy Chief (retired) and leadership author
Step Up and Lead / Fire Engineering Magazine
Episode: Episode 121 with Chief Frank Viscuso of Step Up and Lead
Eric Wuensch
Firefighter, TEEX cadre member, Medal of Valor recipient
Cibolo Fire Department (Texas)
Episode: Episode 120 Fighting Through the Flood..Eric Wuensch
Rob Ramirez
Fire service leader, educator on Mayday Mindset and firefighter survival
Episode: Episode 119 with Rob Ramirez- "Just a kid from a Miami"
Ian Horowitz
Founder of Brotherhood Buffs and The Energy Drink
Brotherhood Buffs / The Energy Drink
Episode: Episode 118 "Go get 'em Brothers!" Ian Horowitz of Brotherhood Buffs and The Energy Drink
Mark Von Appen
Fire service professional and leadership speaker focused on operational integrity, moral courage, and people-first decision making in high-stakes environments
Fully Involved / MarkVonAppen.com
Episode: Episode 117 Fully Involved with Mark Von Appen
Louie Disney
Firefighter and EMT, president of the NextRung board, advocate for peer support and mental health resources for first responders
NextRung
Episode: Episode 116 with Louie Disney
Jake Dickes
Founder of Sons of Irons LLC, fire service trainer
Sons of Irons LLC
Episode: Episode 115 with Sons of Iron LLC, Jake Dickes
Ian Bruzenak
Firefighter with Colorado Springs Fire Department; trainer/instructor with Irons and Ladders
Colorado Springs Fire Department; Irons and Ladders
Episode: Episode 114 with Ian Bruzenak of Colorado Springs Fire Dept.
Chris Johnson
Driver Operator at Rock Creek Fire District; co-founder of Two in Two Out Wellness
Rock Creek Fire District; Two in Two Out Wellness
Episode: Episode 113 with Chris Johnson of Two in Two Out

Hosts

Mike Goldstein
Host focused on fire service leadership, training, and culture. Frequently collaborates with a co-host to interview guests and dissect industry trends.
Mike Gulsien
Co-host and interview counterpart with deep ties to fire service leadership discussions and mentorship.
Stephanie White
Editor-in-chief and content strategist connected to Firefighter Nation, frequently guiding wellness, culture, and media-focused topics.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • A fresh new take!

    Mike does a great job interviewing industry professionals in a casual way, discussing a variety of topics in an easily digestible format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicholas Bridle
    United States2 years ago

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Production includes sponsor shout-outs and practical resources for mental health within the fire service.
Guests come from firefighting, leadership, and safety spaces, offering practical insights and real-world stories.
The host conducts conversations with industry professionals in a casual way that makes complex topics easily digestible.
The show blends mentorship, culture, and wellness with actionable strategies for departments and individuals.

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Episode 121 with Chief Frank Viscuso of Step Up and Lead
Q: What are some of the biggest failures you've dealt with, and what did they teach you?
Many failures stemmed from overthinking and taking criticism personally. Writing and teaching helped reframing failures as lessons, and engaging with others' experiences showed that preparation and perspective matter more than raw talent.
Episode 117 Fully Involved with Mark Von Appen
Q: How should aspiring writers or educators start sharing their knowledge in the fire service?
Start writing about what you're passionate about, submit to outlets like Fire Engineering, embrace feedback, and use writing as a tool to organize thoughts and share practical lessons with a broader audience.
Episode 117 Fully Involved with Mark Von Appen
Q: What inspired Mark to develop Fully Involved and the Big Four leadership philosophy?
Mark explains it grew from personal frustration, observations from early leadership and training experiences, and mentorship that showed him the power of doing your job, treating people right, giving full effort, and maintaining an all-in attitude.
Episode 112 with Training Chief Tevin Simms
Q: What role did external instructors and new voices play in the advanced training?
Bringing in outside instructors provided fresh perspectives and different tones, helping trainees hear the same messages in new ways and reinforcing that the passion for the job comes from a broader community, not just the department's internal voices.
Episode 112 with Training Chief Tevin Simms
Q: How did you raise the standard and keep your team accountable?
We implemented a civilian-style crawl-walk-run approach, emphasized live-fire and stress-tested scenarios, and reinforced core values like accountability and integrity to ensure recruits learn to perform under pressure.

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A show focused on the fire service and first responder culture, leadership, wellness, training, and technology, with guests ranging from fire chiefs and instructors to entrepreneurs and wellness advocates. Episodes often center on leadership development, recruitment and retention, mentorship, and practical insights for improving department culture, safety, and readiness. Notable angles include resilience and mental health, real-world firefighting experiences, and the intersection of firefighting with entrepreneurship, media, and product innovation. The format tends to mix candid personal stories with actionable takeaways for practitioners, leaders, and those exploring career paths in public safety. A standout trait is the emphasis on commun... more

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4. Ian Horowitz
5. Mark Von Appen
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7. Jake Dickes
8. Ian Bruzenak

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