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The C.A.N. Report

Mike Goldstein
Fire Service
Leadership
Mental Health
FDIC
Bears Of the Oath
Fire Service Culture
Firefighting
Fire Service Leadership
Mentorship
Training
Migraines
Ladders
Cancer
Education
Fitness
Recruitment and Retention
Social Media
Key City Fire Conference
Culture
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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Clyde Gordon
Chief Clyde Gordon, veteran Houston Fire Department leader
Houston Fire Department
Episode: Episode 129 Leadership & Accountability with Chief Clyde Gordon
Jordan LaPoint
Firefighter, former firefighter at Peninsula Fire and Manistee, veteran of the Air Force as a firefighter
Formerly Peninsula Fire; City of Manistee; Michigan Fire Department
Episode: Episode 128 Fighting for the Truth Jordan LaPoint
TJ Prieur
Peak performance and mindset coach, trauma-informed yoga instructor, firefighter, endurance athlete
Real Elevation Coaching
Episode: Episode 127 Living Rad with TJ and Sarah Prieur
Sarah Prieur
Wellness empowerment coach, first responder wife, homeschooling mom, entrepreneur
Real Elevation Coaching
Episode: Episode 127 Living Rad with TJ and Sarah Prieur
Linda Crane
Founder and lead instructor of Salty Sirens Training
Salty Sirens Training
Episode: Episode 126 Linda Crane owner of Salty Sirens Training
Jon Kasouf
FDNY firefighter, founder of Big Apple Fire Tactics
FDNY; Big Apple Fire Tactics
Episode: Episode 125 from Volly to the Big Apple with Jon Kasouf
Anthony Gillane
Fire training captain, Marion County Fire Rescue; trainer and leader in Fools chapters and training groups
Marion County Fire Rescue; The Fools International; Build Your Culture; National Rescue Consultants
Episode: Episode 124 Anthony Gillan Broken Necks and Brotherhood
Jazmyne Alston
Firefighter/EMT, participant in Bears of the Oath
Douglas County Fire Department
Episode: Episode 123 Defying the Odds with Jazmyen Alston
Jonathan Brumley
Lieutenant, Denver Fire Department
Denver Fire Department
Episode: Episode 122 with Jonathan Brumley

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Mike Goldstein
Host of The CAN Report, widely appearing across episodes; primary figure behind the show's leadership and training discussions

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 18 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.

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    Nicholas Bridle
    United States2 years ago

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The host keeps interviews casual while unpacking complex topics.
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Episode 129 Leadership & Accountability with Chief Clyde Gordon
Q: What sparked the policy changes after the Danny incident?
Danny's struggles highlighted a systemic issue: we needed reacclimation and stricter, clearer pathways for retraining and removing underperforming elements before they compromise safety. The policy changes were about making accountability practical, not punitive.
Episode 123 Defying the Odds with Jazmyen Alston
Q: Tell us about your background and how you ended up in the fire service.
Jazmyne describes growing up in Indiana, moving to Georgia, pursuing nursing, and then discovering firefighting as her true calling, which led her to the academy and a challenging but transformative journey.
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.

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This series centers on leadership, culture, and modern training within the fire service, with a focus on real-world challenges like toxic leadership, officer development, and resilience. Episodes typically feature seasoned firefighters, officers, and trainers who share practical strategies for improving department culture, strengthening teams, and elevating tactical proficiency. Notable angles include personal resilience stories, peer support, and data-driven training concepts that aim to transform daily life in the firehouse into a healthier, more effective environment. The show often blends candid personal journeys with actionable takeaways for readers who want to educate and inspire change within their departments or sponsor forward-thin... more

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