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Firefighter Podcast

Pete Wakefield
Emergency Response
Search and Rescue
High-Rise Firefighting
London Fire Brigade
Firefighting Tactics
Hose Management
British Firefighter Challenge 2024
Firefighting
Manchester Arena
Welsh Firefighter Challenge
Firefighter Safety
Surface Cooling
Wind-Driven Fires
The Firefighters Charity
Emergency Services
Diabetes
Smithfield Market Fire
Deployment Models
Area Refuge
Hose Dragging Techniques

The Firefighters Podcast is an award winning global podcast developing, inspiring, connecting, motivating & celebrating the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations with those within our emergency services family.Hosted by serving operational UK firefighter & Instructor Pete Wakefield who speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a con... more

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In this episode recorded live at the International Fire Instructors Workshop 2026 in Australia, you’ll hear from Edward Hartin as he explores fireground sensemaking and decision making for the station officer. Drawing on more than fifty years in the ... more

London Fire Brigade protects one of the most complex urban environments on the planet. The resident population of London sits at around 9 million people, but that number is misleading. On a typical weekday, when commuters, tourists, and transient pop... more

This mini series opens a door into the International Fire Instructors Workshop 2026 in Australia, a gathering that for nearly two decades has been built on closed room conversations, honest challenge and the exchange of experience between some of the... more

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Butler, a serving UK firefighter who has quietly built a life around choosing difficult things on purpose. Scott shares the pivotal moment in 2006 when joining the fire service forced him to grow fast, take resp... more

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Recent Guests

Karel Lambert
Divisional Chief at Brussels Fire Department
Brussels Fire Department
Episode: #448 IFIW Australia - Ep01 Karel Lambert Air Consumption During Tunnel Firefighting with IFE
Scott Butler
A serving UK firefighter and endurance adventurer
Episode: #447 Hard Things, Endurance & Bum Butter - an Adventure with Scott Butler
Chris Case
Chief of Fire Paramedic in Chatham-Kent, Canada, with vast experience in various fire and emergency services roles.
Chatham-Kent Fire and Emergency Services
Episode: #445 Managers Enforce Rules, Leaders Enforce Values with Chris Case
Chris Kirby
Chair of FireSport UK and Chief Fire Officer of South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
FireSport UK
Episode: #443 FireSport UK Festival of Fire Sport with Chief Fire Officer Chris Kirby
Matt Akers
A firefighter who has experience across various fire services in different countries and has faced significant personal and health challenges.
Episode: #439 The Job, the Life & Everything in Between with Eternal Recruit Matt Akers
Las Fallon
Former firefighter in Dublin Fire Brigade, historian, and author of The Great Liberties Whiskey Fire
Dublin Fire Brigade
Episode: #437 The Great Liberties Whiskey Fire Dublin 1875 with Las Fallon
Dr. Lynsey Mahmood
Behavioral scientist and applied psychologist focused on the intersection of psychology and fire services.
Episode: #431 The Psychology of Rescue with Dr Lynsey Mahmood PhD
Matt Davis
Knowledgeable firefighter and educator specializing in fire dynamics
Episode: #428 Closing the Gap Between Fire Science and the Fireground with Matt Davis
Alan House
Veteran firefighter and member of the Firefighters Memorial Trust
Firefighters Memorial Trust
Episode: #427 The Duty to Remember with Alan House of the Firefighters Memorial Trust

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Firefighters Podcast
The Firefighters Podcast is an award-winning global podcast developing, inspiring, connecting, motivating & celebrating the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations with those within our emergency services family. Hosted by serving operational UK firefighter & Instructor Pete Wakefield who speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those within the fire sector. Our driving purpose is to create a legacy resource for the current and future generations of firefighters & first responders.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 325 ratings
  • Ep 401

    A decent episode but the presenter seemed to waffle and wanted to dictate not interview and listen to the guests. They should have had a lot more airtime due to their vast experience

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cymro dyn
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great content

    Excellent listen, interesting and informative. In depth and varied content. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tri-harder-oli
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great Podcast

    Great podcast with lots of amazing insights and guests that are so helpful for those working within this industry. Only issue is I feel we don't hear enough from the guests because the host spends the majority of the time speaking about his experiences or going off on tangents.

    This means it more becomes a lecture on the guest's theme for the episode rather than a conversation or interview.

    The information within the podcast overrides this issue however it does get annoying as it takes away fro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    EvieEve94
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The best!

    This podcast is perfect whether you want in-depth knowledge on most firefighting subjects of just some light hearted entertainment. I’d highly recommend the debriefs as it’s there’s a lot to be learnt from the harsh realities of being a firefighter. Passionate, funny and all round good guys describes not just Pete, but all the guests he has on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stuart Mount
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Inspiring

    I’m an aspiring firefighter and since finding the podcast I’ve not been able to stop listening and my desire for the job has increased 10 fold. Brilliantly open and honest and incredibly informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brendanb333
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners commend the diversity of topics and the motivational nature of the stories shared.
Informative content is appreciated, aiding personal growth and professional development.
Some feedback indicates the host may divert too much from guest narratives, potentially limiting the depth of discussions.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a valuable resource for insights into the firefighting profession and community.
Engaging conversations with industry veterans highlight critical themes within firefighting and emergency services.

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#447 Hard Things, Endurance & Bum Butter - an Adventure with Scott Butler
Q: Why is 2006 such a pivotal twist?
Scott shares that 2006 is the year he joined the fire service, where he had to grow and adapt quickly to succeed.
#443 FireSport UK Festival of Fire Sport with Chief Fire Officer Chris Kirby
Q: How can someone get involved in FireSport UK activities?
Individuals can reach out to their local health, well-being, sports, and social club representatives, or directly interact with national leads for specific sports.
#443 FireSport UK Festival of Fire Sport with Chief Fire Officer Chris Kirby
Q: What are the main objectives of the FireSport UK Festival of Sport?
The main objectives are to improve participation, engagement, and awareness across the fire rescue sector through various sports activities and community-building events.
#434 Search Patterns, Nozzles and Who Wears BA with Dave Payton & Iain Evans of FIRE ATTACTICS
Q: What will you actually do with Firefighters?
We will come to their venue, go through any aspect of BA, fire behavior, tactical ventilation, flows, equipment, and provide both theoretical knowledge and practical training.
#431 The Psychology of Rescue with Dr Lynsey Mahmood PhD
Q: What did you realize about the psychological impact while engaged in your research?
Many casualties do not remember the services' actions during their rescue, highlighting the complexities of trauma.

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This podcast focuses on a broad spectrum of topics relevant to the emergency services, particularly the firefighting community. Engaging conversations with guests range from personal stories and professional insights to discussions on operational techniques, mental health challenges, and the evolving landscape of firefighting. Topics covered include tactical firefighting strategies, the significance of emotional intelligence and mental resilience, fitness and health, as well as historical reflections on the culture and legacy of the fire service. This podcast is unique in its commitment to creating a resource that serves not only current firefighters but also aspiring individuals in the field, aiming to inspire and educate through diverse n... more

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Recent guests on Firefighter Podcast include:

1. Karel Lambert
2. Scott Butler
3. Chris Case
4. Chris Kirby
5. Matt Akers
6. Las Fallon
7. Dr. Lynsey Mahmood
8. Matt Davis

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