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Dr. Vershalee Shukla, board-certified radiation oncologist and medical director for the Phoenix Fire Department’s cancer screening program, has built one of the most advanced firefighter cancer detection initiatives in t

Hosted by Ben Lindquist & Patrick Gramm · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 12 episodes
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Real conversations about the fire service, told by the people who live and support it. From the everyday challenges facing firefighters to the stories of those working behind the scenes, this podcast explores the lives, experiences, and perspectives of those who serve the fire community. We honor the memory of those we’ve lost and shine a light on those continuing to make a difference every day.
Ben Lindquist & Patrick Gramm hosts Firefighter48 Podcast, a education show with 12 episodes published.

Dr. Vershalee Shukla, board-certified radiation oncologist and medical director for the Phoenix Fire Department’s cancer screening program, has built one of the most advanced firefighter cancer detection initiatives in t

Deputy Chief Jason Miller has spent nearly 30 years in the fire service and is now one of the leading voices in firefighter cancer prevention. After seeing friends fall ill, he created the StormStick Decon System and beg

From police officer at 21 to firefighter, mentor, and now emotional wellness coach, Joe Spector has spent his life in service. After surviving a brain and spinal injury on the job, the loss of 11 loved ones, his daughter

For nearly two decades, Lope Ribodal has been the quiet force behind Phoenix Fire’s frontline defense against occupational cancer. As a Fire Equipment Service Worker (FESW) since 2006, Lope has dedicated his career to in

From Arctic operations to the heat of the Middle East, Matthew Mitchell’s journey is one of leadership under pressure. As an 0331 Machine Gunner with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines (2014–2018), he rose rapidly through the ra

From combat zones to firehouse life, Josh is a powerful story of service and transformation. A former USAF TACP/JTAC, he deployed to Afghanistan with the 173rd and Iraq with the 101st, later earning 2nd place in the All

Tommy is a Captain with the Chandler Fire Department and brings nearly 20 years of experience to the job. He’s one of the featured firefighters in the 2024 documentary Dying to Save You (D2SU), which explores the real-li

Kerry is the founder of Public Safety Crisis Solutions (PSCS) and a leading mental health expert specializing in the fire service. She’s helped countless firefighters navigate challenges when they’re struggling to take c

Riley is a Captain with the Salt River Fire Department and one of the founders of the 9/11 Stair Climb at Salt River Fields—an annual event created to honor the lives lost on September 11th and ensure we Never Forget. In

Ben is a Firefighter with the Tempe Fire Department and the co-creator of Connect 2 It, a program he started with his wife, Jessica, to support the mental health of firefighters and first responders. Through practices li

Bill Rini is a retired Phoenix Fire Department Captain and cancer survivor. He’s one of the firefighters featured in the 2024 documentary Dying to Save You (D2SU), which highlights the real-life impact of cancer in the f

Chauncey Ray is a Phoenix Fire Department Engineer with 25 years of service. He’s also the son of Chauncey Ray II, a firefighter who tragically lost his life in the line of duty when Chauncey was just 8 years old. In thi
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