Join FDNY Podcast

<p>For Women's History Month, we talk about finding inspiration in the women who paved the way and having the confidence to make a place for yourself within the Department. </p> <p><br> Top 3 Takeaways:</p> Always...

<p>ON THE POD FOR FEBRUARY 2026: For Black History Month, we have a conversation about being prepared — mentally and physically — and to always be learning while you’re on the job.</p> <p>Top 3 Takeaways:</p> To do this...

<p>It's January, which means we're talking about fitness. Host Captain Andrew Brown is joined by Battalion Chief Ryan Brito, who is the Chief of the FDNY's Probationary Firefighter School, and Senior Drill Instructor...

<p>As the year comes to a close, we’re wrapping things up with a special December recap episode of the JoinFDNY Podcast. Hosts Captain Andrew Brown and Captain Randy Li take a moment to reflect on some of the most...

<p>"I can think of no greater feeling than being the one that's called on" says Firefighter Zachary Austin. During a conversation with our host, Captain Randy Li, Firefighter Austin speaks on his military experience...

<p>"It’s a great platform for me in my life," says retired Lieutenant Luis Torres. The Historian of the FDNY Hispanic Society LT Torres reflects on a nearly 3-decade career with the FDNY, and how working in the same...

“The Places You’ll Go!” reflected Chief of Training Michael Meyers during a special on-location edition of the JoinFDNY Podcast, recorded in the Mand Library at the FDNY Fire Academy on Randall’s Island. He sat down...

<p>“In the FDNY, there’s truly a job for everyone,” said Station 47 EMT Andrew Ochtera, joined by fellow Station 47 EMT Saverio Bosco Jr., as they reflected on their July 2024 rescue, that earned them the prestigious...

<p>Come in with an open mind, come ready to learn,” shared Firefighter Christopher McSorley during his conversation with our host, Captain Andrew Brown.</p> <p>A proud third-generation member of the FDNY, Firefighter...

<p>“It’s really about connecting with culture” said Firefighter Tony Ng during a conversation with our host, Captain Randy Li.</p> <p>In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, host Captain Randy Li sat down...

<p>"The legacy we leave behind is hard work," said Fire Cadet Brianna Denis during a conversation with our host, Captain Andrew Brown, and fellow Fire Cadet Malcom McNeil.</p> <p>As they near the completion of the Fire...

<p>"Women Educating and Inspiring Generations" is the theme for Women’s History Month this March, and we are excited to feature two women in leadership as guests on the JoinFDNY Podcast.</p> <p>Lieutenant Kinga Mielnik...

<p>“Can you fill these boots?” Those are the words of Retired FDNY Captain David Floyd during a recruitment campaign held by the Vulcan Society throughout the late '60s and '70s.</p> <p>On this month's episode of the...

"If you’re not in shape, its just going to hurt you in the long run", said Director of the Health & Fitness Unit, Captain Michael Rogdakis to host Captain Andrew Brown. To start off the new year, both Captains sat down...

<p>"To mark another incredible year of the JoinFDNY Podcast, hosts and FDNY Captains Randy Li and Andrew Brown take a moment to reflect on some of their favorite conversations from 2024. From inspiring stories shared by...