S1E36 - A Better Way to Buy Benefits
In a conversation with Ryan Donovan, Senior Director at Sourcewell, explore how cooperative purchasing helps California fire and EMS agencies access high-quality insurance and employee benefits options.
S1E35 - Silver Creek Modular
Discussion with Steve PonTell about a different approach in building Fire Facilities
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S1E34 - Interview with Cal Chiefs President Bernie Molloy
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S1E33 - Interview with Executive Director Jeff Meston
We speak with Chief Meston as he retires from Cal Chiefs, we talk about his career that spans over 45 years in the fire service and some lessons learned
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S1E32 - The History of GEMT and where we are today.
We interview Scott Clough and Ted Peterson and get a deep dive into the History of GEMT and where we are today\.
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S1E31 - Episode 31 - Leading with Character
In this episode, Chief Chris Tubbs sits down with leadership expert Dave Anderson to explore what it truly means to lead with character. Together they discuss the habits, values, and daily decisions that define authentic leadership—especially when the pressure is high
S1E30 - Episode 30 - Strategic Advantage and Public Value
In this episode of the CalChiefs / FDAC podcast, host Chris Tubbs is joined by leadership expert and author Steve Kent of The Results Group, Ltd. The discussion explores the essential relationship between strategic planning and organizational culture within public
S1E29 - Episode 29 - Psychosocial Hazards are Real!
In this episode, we explore Psychosocial Hazards are Real! by Dr. I. David Daniels—a powerful and timely examination of the often-overlooked mental, emotional, and social challenges faced in today’s workplaces, especially in high-stress professions like public safety
S1E28 - Episode 28 - Fighting Fire with Funding
The California Fire Service is facing a critical funding shortfall that jeopardizes the safety and preparedness of communities statewide. Fire protection districts and fire departments, which cover 125,782 square miles and serve over 39 million people, have seen
S1E27 - Episode 27 - FirstNet and the 4.9 GHZ Spectrum
This episode dives into the critical evolution of public safety communications, focusing on the recent FCC decision to establish a nationwide Band Manager framework for the 4.9 GHz spectrum, and discuss the evolution and deployment of the FirstNet System.