The Professional Brotherhood™

Chief Soller shares his thoughts on the "textbook" video post that originated on IG via @boogiedowntruckwork. This is the audio version of Monday's post on our IGTV.About our host:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

Lieutenant Paul Haynes is assigned to Rescue Company 1 of the Syracuse (NY) Fire Department. He has been a member of the department for 19 years, and also has volunteered with the East Syracuse Fire Department. Paul is a NYS fire instructor in Onondaga County and at the New York State Academy of Fire Science. He also serves as a NYS Association of Fire Chiefs Hands-On training instructor.About our hosts:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On todays episode we are joined by Aaron Quinn. Aaron has been a firefighter in Oakland, California for 20 years. He has worked most of his career in the east end of Oakland on a truck company. In 2007, Aaron became the head physical trainer for all new recruits. Since then he has trained over over fifty percent of the department. Aaron blends the hard world of a PT instructor, mental performance coach, and spiritual growth in a unique blend to produce the best firefighter possible. His philosophy is that better people make better firefighters. Aaron is passionate about making firefighters more resilient in every way, on duty and off duty. About our hosts:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On today's episode Brian chats with Pip from 555 Fitness about the mission of 555, fitness, the "Strength is our Foundation" grant, the Clubhouse app, Street Parking and more. We encourage all emergency services organizations that have the need to apply for the grant by clicking on the following link:https://www.555fitness.org/siofAbout our guest:Robert "Pip" Piparo is a Lieutenant with the City of New Brunswick Fire Department in New Jersey. Pip's role with 555 Fitness has given him a vast amount of experience when it comes to motivating and assisting Emergency Responders in regards to several different functional fitness topics. Pip is , a State of New Jersey Level 1 Fire Instructor and a an NJ-EMT-B . Pip has both career and volunteer fire and EMS experience, as well as working as a NREMT-P for several years. [email protected]@555pip@555fitnessAbout our host:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode Brian is joined by Chief David Brierty of the Ridgefield, NJ Fire Department and Jillian Crane, Board President of the First Responders Children's Foundation. The First Responders Children’s Foundation provides financial support to children who have lost a parent in the line of duty as well as families enduring significant financial hardship due to tragic circumstances. First Responders Children’s Foundation also supports, promotes, and facilitates educational activities and programs created and operated by first responder organizations whose purpose is to benefit children or the community at large.https://1strcf.org/Instagram: @1strcfAbout our Co-Host:David Brierty has been a firefighter and EMT for 17 plus years. David currently serves as battalion chief of the Ridgefield Volunteer Fire department after finishing a term as the chief of department in 2020. He has served in multiple line officer positions for the last 9 years.David also serves on the Fort Lee Volunteer Fire Department and is currently a probationary firefighter. As a career, David is a six year first responder for The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, currently serving at the Lincoln Tunnel as a Tunnel and Bridge Agent. Tunnel and Bridge agents respond to a variety of emergencies including vehicle fires, extrications, medical emergencies and disabled vehicles. Before he began his career with “The Port”, he worked for various EMS agencies throughout New Jersey including Jersey City Medical Center EMS, Holy Name EMS and Fort Lee EMS.About our host:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

Jonathan Brumley started his fire service journey as a volunteer in a combination department in his home state of Colorado. It didn't take long for Jonathan to be bitten by the fire service bug and decide that firefighting was the career for him.On today's episode Brian and Jonathan discuss that journey. From his volunteer days, to his first career position in Nebraska, to the City of Houston and then back home to the Denver Fire Department. Jonathan shares how his volunteer time, his mentors and the culture of the organization gave him the foundation to be the successful firefighter that he is today.We also dive into his passion for hose packages and the 2.5 inch attack line. About our guest:JONATHAN BRUMLEY is a firefighter with the Denver (CO) Fire Department. He began his fire service career in 2009 and has served as a career and volunteer firefighter. Brumley has a BBA in finance as well as numerous fire service certifications. Jonathan is also an instructor with Fire by Trade, LLC, taught at fire conferences nationally and has published works in several trade magazines. Contact Info:J.brumley33@yahoo.com970-405-8963Thefirefightonline.wordpress.comAbout our host:Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode Brian discusses a variety of topics that have been submitted by the listeners. About our host: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

This is a question that I ask myself frequently. There are times that I wonder if we are making a difference; if the time, energy and effort it takes to produce this platform and this podcast is worth it. Are we making a difference?Well this week I received a phone call that gave me all the justification that I needed. About our hosts: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

Ryan Johnston is a 23-year career firefighter for the Waterville (ME) Fire Department and is the rescue technician on Rescue 1. He started as a volunteer in 1991 and still volunteers in his hometown of Oakland, where he holds the rank of lieutenant. He has an associate’s degree in fire science and is a charter member of the Managing Officer Program at the National Fire Academy. He also is the owner of Maine-iac Training, a fire service training company.About our hosts: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

Jim Moss is the author of "Firefighter Success, the 20 C’S to Firefighter Excellence". Firefighter Success is the blueprint for firefighters and fire officers who want to achieve excellence in all areas of their lives. Its 20 core principles provide every firefighter with a complete road map to a rewarding journey in the fire service. Jim is a fire captain and paramedic for the Metro West Fire Protection District in St. Louis County, Missouri. His fire service passions include leadership, training, and mentorship. Along with Chief Dan Kerrigan, Jim is the co-author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller: Firefighter Functional Fitness.Jim is a contributor to Fire Engineering Magazine and FirefighterToolbox.com. He has shared his message at FDIC International, Firehouse, the International Society of Fire Service Instructors, the National Volunteer Fire Council, International Association of Fire Chiefs, and with fire departments nationwide. About our hosts: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On todays mutual aid episode Brian talks about the many options that are available to you when looking to start or re-start your health and fitness journey. About our hosts: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

Jon S. Stern is a 28-year veteran in the Fire service. He joined the fire department in 1993 as a 16 year old junior volunteer firefighter in Rock Hill, NY. Jon moved from NY to Northern Virginia in 2003 to fulfill his dreams in becoming a full time career firefighter. While living in the NOVA region he became a member of the Manassas Volunteer Fire Company. There he risen through the ranks to become the Fire Chief.Jon is currently living outside of Washington, DC and works for the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department. He is a Fire Captain assigned to a busy engine company.He holds certifications as a Fire instructor, Hazmat Technician, and Paramedic.About our hosts: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

For today's episode we are sharing this weeks episode of "windshield time", which we typically only share via Instagram TV. On this episode Brian discusses "making a difference" in the fire service and asks the following questions:Are you making a difference in the volunteer fire service?Are you continuously striving to better yourself, your organization and the fire service as a whole? About our host: Brian Soller has been an active volunteer for the last 30+ years. He currently serves as assistant chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department and for the past 17 years has been a New York state fire instructor assigned to Sullivan County, NY. Soller also served as chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department from 2018 - 2020 and chief of the Monticello Fire Department from 2001-2002.Soller has also been a New York State emergency medical technician for the last 25+ years. He speaks extensively on the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service through his podcast and YouTube channel. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

When asked why he would start his volunteer career all over again as a "probie", while continuing to serve as a battalion chief, David Brierty answers as follows:“I absolutely love what I do!! Helping people and being a firefighter runs through my veins. The fact that I am at the top of one agency and the bottom of another doesn’t bother me at all. I think it keeps you in check. If I can give one piece of advice to young firefighters that was always given to me it would be this. You can never learn enough about a job that can kill you!!” About our Guest:David Brierty has been a firefighter and EMT for 17 plus years. David currently serves as battalion chief of the Ridgefield Volunteer Fire department after finishing a term as the chief of department in 2020. He has served in multiple line officer positions for the last 9 years. David also serves on the Fort Lee Volunteer Fire Department and is currently a probationary firefighter. As a career, David is a six year first responder for The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, currently serving at the Lincoln Tunnel as a Tunnel and Bridge Agent. Tunnel and Bridge agents respond to a variety of emergencies including vehicle fires, extrications, medical emergencies and disabled vehicles. Before he began his career with “The Port”, he worked for various EMS agencies throughout New Jersey including Jersey City Medical Center EMS, Holy Name EMS and Fort Lee EMS. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

Poser - a person who acts in an affected manner in order to impress others. Can also be referred to as a "wannabe". On today's episode Brian poses the questions, "are you a poser?" and introduces the question of the year for our platform, "in your own words what does it mean to be a professional volunteer firefighter?".About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode we are joined by Chief Matt Stiene (ret.), of the Smallwood/Mongaup Valley Fire Department. Matt began his career as a volunteer firefighter and advanced through the ranks quickly, becoming assistant chief and then chief of the department. He also served as the hazardous materials coordinator (HM-1) and then battalion coordinator (BC-4) for the County of Sullivan in New York. After his many years of service in New York Matt, along with his wife Tammy (also a volunteer firefighter) moved to North Carolina where they continued to volunteer.Matt and Brian discuss how the lessons he learned during his years in the volunteer fire service continue to benefit him today.About our guest:Matt Stiene is the vice president of construction and engineering for Novant Healthwhere he oversees facility design, construction operations; construction logistics, andmedical equipment planning; property management, plant engineering, and facilitymaster planning, and land us planning across a multi-state health system. He hasalso held facility management, engineering, and project management positions withFellenzer Engineering, and Mecklenburg County.Matt is a licensed professional engineer in NC, SC, VA, GA, and NY, Additionally he isa certified Healthcare Facility Manager, and a certified Facility Manager. He receivedhis Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Clarkson Universityand his graduate degree in fire protection engineering from the University of Maryland.About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On todays episode we close out 2020. To say that it has been an interesting year would be an understatement, however, we are truly grateful for your support and the love that you, the listeners, have shown this podcast and our platform. Thank you! Here's to better days for all of us in 2021. Stay healthy and stay safe! About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

When was the last time you stretched hose in the snow? How do winter conditions alter your firefighting operations? Are you fit to perform under those conditions?On today's mutual aid episode Brian discusses winter firefighting operations and the challenges that they present.About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

Our post firehouse election wrap up episode.The elections are over, you've successfully earned a new title at the station. What now?What are you going to do to continue moving your organization in a positive direction?About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On today's episode Brian and Kara welcome Chief John Sahatjian back to the show. After working our way through some Facebook glitches, we discuss past guests, past episodes, coffee, COVID and the future of the podcast.About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitnessJohn Sahatjian has been involved in emergency serves for over 20 years including a volunteer firefighter, EMT and Dispatcher. He is an Ex Chief for 8 years and Level 2 instructor for 10 years. He is the owner of Jersey Shore Emergency Training specializing in Mental Health and training for Volunteer fire firefighters. He is currently a volunteer in Brick, NJ and a Communications Supervisor. On social @jerseyshoreemergencytraining

On this weeks episode Kara and Brian speak with FDNY firefighter Erik Lubniewski. Erik began his fire service career as a volunteer firefighter with the Smallwood-Mongaup Valley Fire Department, located in Sullivan County, NY. Since his volunteer days Erik has spent his fire service career in "Da-Bronx". Starting out at Ladder 52, then moving to Engine 63 and then moving across the floor to 39 Truck (the only tiller in the Bronx). About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On todays episode Brian talks fire district elections. For those of us that serve a fire district, commissioners elections are extremely important. This elected board is not only responsible for our firefighters, equipment, budgeting, building and grounds, but they are also fiscally responsible to the taxpayers of our fire district. About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On this weeks episode Brian and Kara discuss recruitment in the volunteer fire service. Topics Include: Social Media UseCommunity EventsRecruitment events at our area high schoolsThe newly proposed recruitment task force (New York State)About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On this weeks mutual aid episode, Brian talks about "transition". We have discussed transition on a few of our past episodes, but typically we've focused on the transition into a leadership position. Today we will focus on the transition out of a leadership position! About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On this weeks episode Brian and Kara discuss volunteer fire department elections, election requirements and why we should be electing the best person for the job (based on knowledge, skills and ability) vs. the most liked person for the job ( aka everyones friend). About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On today's mutual aid episode Brian discusses "effort" and how if we only put minimal effort into any task (or life in general) we should only expect and will only achieve minimal results. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode Brian and Kara sit down with Tim Ahern of Ahern, Murphy and Associates to discuss leadership, officer development, company pride and common challenges within our organizations. This episode contains an in depth discussion on the "Five Verbs of Leadership" and how we can use this philosophy to improve ourselves and our agency.Model the WayInspire a Shared VisionChallenge Complacency and Status QuoEnable People to Achieve More Than They Thought They CouldEncourage People's HeartAbout our Guest:Tim Ahern is a Principal and Founder of Ahern, Murphy & Associates. Tim is the Past Chairman of the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, Past President of the Syracuse University Football Letterman’s Club, Past Chairman of Beacon Federal Bank, Board Member of Byrne Dairy and The Fulton Group and a former trustee at Cazenovia College. He has been recognized for his accomplishments as a Syracuse University Letter Winner of Distinction, The Business Journal of Central New York Top Leadership and Management Development Consultants Award, The Papal Benemerenti Medal, The Cazenovia Fire Department 2011 Firefighter of the Year, 2012 EMS Provider of the Year, and a recipient of the House of Providence Bishop’s Medallion.Tim grew up on a muck-farm in North Syracuse where he achieved athletic and academic success resulting in a Football scholarship to Syracuse University. He graduated in 1978 cum laude with a BS in Accounting and began his business career with Price Waterhouse where he became a CPA.He left the accounting firm in 1982 to join one of his clients Oneida Limited where he became one of the youngest Vice Presidents in the history of the Company.After Oneida, Tim was recruited in 1986 to join the Pyramid Companies. During his years at Pyramid the firm became the largest and most successful shopping center developer in the Northeast. The positions held by Tim included Leasing Partner, Vice President of Leasing, Vice President of Recapitalization and Chief Operating Officer. He retired as a Partner and Senior Executive in 1998 to form his own Company.About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. On social @st.florianfitness

On today's episode Ryan Pennington from Jumpseat Radio (@jumpseatviews) joins Chief Soller for a last minute/spur of the moment conversation. Ryan and Brian talk, company pride, morale, being prepared to go to work and adapting during the COVID pandemic. About Our Guest: Ryan Pennington is a Captain/Paramedic for the Charleston Fire Department in Charleston West Virginia. He is currently assigned to Engine 7 and is part of the West Virginia Task Force 1 USAR team. He has over 20 years of combined Fire, Rescue and EMS experience. Ryan started with a local volunteer department and continued through EMS to spend five years as a Critical Care Paramedic. Ryan transferred to the career fire service in 2003 and has worked for the City of Charleston since 2007. Ryan is currently a WV State Instructor 2, Hazmat Technician, and Certified Fire Officer 2. He is very involved teaching EMS and firefighter safety around the country.About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

It’s that time of year! Time to elect that new slate of officers at the firehouse. Are you electing your officers for the right reasons, or is it a popularity contest? On today’s episode Brian discusses the highs and lows of election season at a volunteer fire department. About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode Brian and Kara welcome Ian Palmer from Thin Line Fitness to continue the discussion of fitness and the fire service. About Thin Line Fitness (@thinlinefitness):Thin Line Fitness was started in 2017. It started as a vision, though, many years ago. Ian was tired of seeing the rapid increase of cardiac and medical related LODD's across the field of first responders, as well as the increasing number of out of shape personnel. He made the dream come alive after he received his certification as a personal trainer and a solid nudge in the right direction by his group of close friends and his wife.About Our Guest:Ian is a professional firefighter at the Ridge Culver Fire Department right outside of the City of Rochester, New York. He found his love for physical fitness when he was 18. At the time he weighed 270 pounds. After his uncle died at an early age of health-related issues, he decided he needed to make a change since he didn't want to take the same path. He put the pedal to the metal, ate right, exercised regularly and intensely, and dropped to 150 pounds in a year. After that he joined the Air Force as a firefighter, where he still serves as a Technical Sergeant and Station Captain. He has deployed twice to the Middle East, which further increased his interest and knowledge in the physical fitness realm. Upon returning from his last deployment, his best friend and fellow firefighter, Matt, talked him into starting Thin Line Fitness. The gears turned, steps were taken, and it was finally started.About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

*LISTENER REQUEST*"Comparison is the thief of joy!" On today's mutual aid episode, Brian discusses "comparison" in the volunteer fire service and how at times, it can relate to our inability to "get along".About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

In this episode Brian and Kara discuss training as it relates to the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently the Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department in Rock Hill, New York (100% Volunteer) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY (Combination). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years as a New York State Fire Instructor. Brian is also a long time New York State Emergency Medical Technician (20+ years), formally serving as the Captain of the Monticello Volunteer Ambulance Corp (early 90's) and currently serving with Mobilemedic EMS . Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhood @chiefsollerOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

*Listener Request*On todays episode Brian reviews some basic SCBA/Air Consumption drills that can provide valuable information for our firefighters and fire department leaders. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please reach out to us.We are proud to be affiliated with the Chief Miller family of podcasts. Chief Miller is dedicated to the men and women of the fire service. Follow the Chief on IG at:@chiefmillermedia@chief_miller@chief_miller1Great people doing great things and making the fire service a better place!

Did you think that your only path to landing your dream job as a firefighter is via the Civil Service test? This episode will open your eyes to some "Outside the Box", Non-Traditional Pathways to a career in Fire Protection. Today's guest is Thad Mapledoram, Fire Chief at the United States Coast Guard Air Station in Port Angeles, Washington. Chief Mapledoram is a third generation firefighter that began his firefighting journey in 1997 as an age-restricted volunteer firefighter with the Monticello Fire Department in Sullivan County, New York. The Chief shares insights on his twenty year journey as firefighter in the United States Air Force and a civilian federal firefighter. About our Guest:Thad Mapledoram @new_yorker_explorerFire Chief USCG Port Angeles, WA.Experienced Fire Chief with a demonstrated history of working in the public safety industry, specializing in organization management, risk assessments and problem solving. Skilled in customer service, emergency management and healthcare services, graduated with a Bachelor's degree focused in Fire Science from Columbia Southern University.About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

On today’s episode Kara takes over "The Professional Brotherhood" to discuss fire prevention options in 2020. This has been a year of firsts for many of us and COVID-19 has forced us to get creative in many different ways.On today's mutual aid, Kara will give you some ideas regarding how to continue your fire prevention program during these challenging times. Listen in and as always, feel free to share your thoughts. About our host:Kara Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is the Data and Burn Prevention Outreach Coordinator. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitnessFollow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode Brian and Kara speak with Lex Shady. Lex is a firefighter in Central Ohio where she has served for two years career and four years as a volunteer. She created a blog entitled "The Shady Firefighter" which she started as a way to help keep herself accountable. Lex has a passion for building construction as well as sharing her knowledge with her fellow firefighters. We refer to an article entitled "The Starving Artist" several times during this episode and we encourage you to read it along with all the other blog posts which you can find at theshadyfirefighter.com. You can find Lex on Instagram @lexshady516About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is an anesthesia assistant. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

The most common questions that we receive revolve around "recruitment and retention". While there are countless discussions we can have and many ideas we can toss around regarding the topic, sometimes the simplest of ideas and changes can have an amazing affect on your organization. "Is your organization friendly?" About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please reach out to us.We are proud to be affiliated with the Chief Miller family of podcasts. Chief Miller is dedicated to the men and women of the fire service. Follow the Chief on IG at:@chiefmillermedia@chief_miller@chief_miller1Great people doing great things and making the fire service a better place!

On today's episode we have an open discussion about the volunteer fire service with PJ Covert. PJ is a 4th generation firefighter, beginning his volunteer career in 2001 with Sea Bright Fire/Rescue where he continues to serve today.PJ has served Sea Bright as a Lieutenant, Safety Officer and Training Officer. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please reach out to us.We are proud to be affiliated with the Chief Miller family of podcasts. Chief Miller is dedicated to the men and women of the fire service. Follow the Chief on IG at:@chiefmillermedia@chief_miller@chief_miller1Great people doing great things and making the fire service a better place!

Listener Request! In this episode we discuss common obstacles for volunteer firefighters when they make the transition from firefighter to fire officer.How to interact with your immediate peer groups?Will they respect you in your new position?How to interact with the senior men/women?About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please reach out to us.We are proud to be affiliated with the Chief Miller family of podcasts. Chief Miller is dedicated to the men and women of the fire service. Follow the Chief on IG at:@chiefmillermedia@chief_miller@chief_miller1Great people doing great things and making the fire service a better place!

On today's episode we are joined by Tara from FLAME DECON. Tara is a U.S. Navy Veteran, Fire Sister, and the Founder/CEO of FLAME.FLAME was created when Tara realized that firefighters didn’t have anything that was specifically designed to remove the toxins from their hair and scalp after a fire incident. FLAMES mission is to create hair and body care decontamination solutions that help you live a cleaner life.Visit FLAME at www.flamedecon.com or on Instagram @flamedecon. Use discount code CHIEFSOLLER at checkout. About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is an anesthesia assistant. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

The title speaks for itself! Sure, we are all valuable to our respective organizations, but none of us are bigger than our organization or the fire service. Whether you realize it or not, your organization will find a way to move on without you. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

On today's episode we are joined by Firefighter Joe McLaughlin. Joe is a 19 year-old Interior firefighter and Emergency Medical Responder who has been in the fire service for just over three years. He’s currently serving in the United States Air Force. Joe shares his experiences of being an "age-restricted" member of the fire service, the importance of mentorship and how it played in important role in his early years in the fire service. About our hosts: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] Judd, is a six year member of the Cazenovia Fire Department where she currently serves as a Lieutenant and Emergency Medical Technician. Kara is also a certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefer as well as an AFAA certified fitness instructor and the owner of Saint Florian Fitness. Her full time career is at the Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, NY where she is an anesthesia assistant. You can find Kara in Instagram @st.florianfitness

This episode is dedicated to the men and women that lost their lives on 9-11-2001 as well as those that have lost their lives or continue to battle the effects of 9-11 related illnesses.We must NEVER FORGET! About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

Due to some amazing feedback from our episode entitled, "All Jacked Up", Dr. Michelle Kent is back to discuss healthy alternatives to energy drinks. We will be also be posting a reference document on our blog, which is located on our website professionalbrotherhood.com. We hope that you find this helpful. About our Guest:Dr. Michelle Kent is passionate about working with first responders, veterans and shift workers regardless of their gender or background. Dr. Kent understands the particular health risks that these communities face and it is her mission to actively assist in identifying those risks to best prevent disease and resolve ongoing health concerns. Dr. Kent is a team player, and a goal-oriented physician who desires to optimize your health and wellness to promote happiness and longevity throughout life.Dr. Kent is very active in the first responder community, and has particular knowledge on firefighters, paramedics and EMTs. On a regular basis Dr. Kent goes on ride-alongs with local fire departments to learn more about the specifics of the profession to provide the best care she can. Dr. Kent stays up to date on research about first responder health and attends conferences specific to this area.@dr_michellekentAbout our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

In today's episode Brian discusses how we view others. Whether it's an individual or an organization are we being judgmental or are we jealous? When we see someone that's squared away and doing things the right way or an organization that is doing things right, what's our reaction?Just because someone is confident in their knowledge, skills and abilities does not mean that they are or should be perceived as "cocky"! Don't waste your time judging others, when you could be using that time to make yourself or your agency better.About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

In today's episode Brian discusses "Mutual Aid" and why it's extremely important for us to utilize the resources around us and know what resources are available. As volunteers, we count on other agencies to assist us when responding to certain types of incidents. We can't be proficient at everything we encounter. Know your area, know your resources, know the resources of others and work together! About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

First responders chronically use energy drinks to power through their shifts, but what are the consequences? Are there any benefits? In this episode Brandon Heggie (@bdheggie3) and Dr. Michelle Kent (@dr_michellekent) will help you to understand the various chemicals associated with energy drinks, how the body reacts to those chemicals, the difference between safe and toxic levels of ingestion and how to treat energy drink toxicity. We will also discuss healthy options for emergency services personnel.About our Guests:Brandon Heggie is a Firefighter/Paramedic who has been working in Fire and EMS for over a decade. He has numerous experiences ranging from being a Tactical Medic on a SWAT Team, to a High Angle Rope Rescue Tech. Brandon provides in-depth knowledge in aggressive simplistic medical assessment and care. He is currently working as an Firefighter/Paramedic for a busy cross staffed department. He obtained an Associates Degree in Emergency Medicine and Health Services. Education is not supposed to be difficult. It should be simple, fascinating, remarkable but more importantly, retainable. Brandon provides a high energy educational approach where the group has fun using stories, pictures plus interaction between students and instructor to maximize the learning experience.@bdheggie3Dr. Michelle Kent is passionate about working with first responders, veterans and shift workers regardless of their gender or background. Dr. Kent understands the particular health risks that these communities face and it is her mission to actively assist in identifying those risks to best prevent disease and resolve ongoing health concerns. Dr. Kent is a team player, and a goal-oriented physician who desires to optimize your health and wellness to promote happiness and longevity throughout life.Dr. Kent is very active in the first responder community, and has particular knowledge on firefighters, paramedics and EMTs. On a regular basis Dr. Kent goes on ride-alongs with local fire departments to learn more about the specifics of the profession to provide the best care she can. Dr. Kent stays up to date on research about first responder health and attends conferences specific to this area.@dr_michellekentAbout our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

In today's episode Brian discusses taking responsibility for the decisions that we make. If you have yet to listen to Episode 044, you may want to listen in on that one first. The bottom line my friends, is that we all have to make decisions. Some of those decisions are NOT easy, but we made them and we need to take responsibility. DON'T BLAME OTHERS! About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].

ProVFF Training Solutions, is proud to sponsor the launch of Season II of "The Professional Brotherhood" (formally known as The Professional Volunteer) podcast. In this episode, Brian is joined by John Sahatjian (@jerseyshoreemergencytraining) and Kara McDaniels (@st.florianfitness) to kick off the newest season of the show. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected] are proud to be affiliated with the Chief Miller family of podcasts. Chief Miller is dedicated to the men and women of the fire service. Follow the Chief on IG at:@chiefmillermedia@chief_miller@chief_miller1Great people doing great things and making the fire service a better place!

In today's episode Brian discusses talks peaks and valleys and the future direction of the podcast and our message. About our host: Chief Brian Soller has been a volunteer firefighter for 30 years. Brian is currently Chief of the Rock Hill Fire Department (100% Volunteer / Sullivan County, NY) and a Past Chief of the Monticello Fire Department (Combination / Sullivan County, NY). Brian is a Nationally Certified Level II Fire Instructor as well a Nationally Certified Fire Officer. He has been instructing firefighters of all levels for the past 17 years. Brian is also a long time NYS Emergency Medical Technician as well as an Advanced Swift Water Technician. Brian's passion lies in the promotion of professionalism in the volunteer fire service. Follow us on social @professional.brotherhoodOn the web at www.professionalbrotherhood.comSend future episode suggestions or comments on past episodes to [email protected] in being a guest on the show? Please email [email protected].