Oct 26, 202611 minS3
In this episode, Host Christopher Baker shares lessons learned throughout his 20-year fire service career about the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Drawing from his experiences working a variety...
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The Baker Podcast
Hosted by Christopher Baker · education · EN
About this Podcast:
Host Christopher Baker leads thoughtful discussions on topics including firefighter mentorship, recruitment and retention, SAFER Grants, entry-level fire academy training programs, Regional Occupational Programs (ROP), high school pre-service pathways, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the fire service.The Baker Podcast emphasizes the importance of intentional planning for success in mind, body, and spirit—while challenging listeners to make the fire service better than you found it.
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What is The Baker Podcast about?
Host Christopher Baker leads thoughtful discussions on topics including firefighter mentorship, recruitment and retention, SAFER Grants, entry-level fire academy training programs, Regional Occupational Programs (ROP), high school pre-service pathways, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the fire service.
Who hosts The Baker Podcast?
The Baker Podcast is hosted by Christopher Baker. The show has published 21 episodes to date.
What has The Baker Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "22: Maintaining the Work and Life Balance" (26 October 2026, 11 minutes), "20: Alisa Arnoff" (18 May 2026, 47 minutes), and "20: Alisa Arnoff" (18 May 2026, 47 minutes).
How often does The Baker Podcast publish?
The Baker Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 21 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Baker Podcast?
Booking probability for The Baker Podcast is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Baker Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Baker Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Baker Podcast?
The strongest fits for The Baker Podcast are Courts, Police & Public Safety. The Baker Podcast has an education audience.
About the host
Christopher Baker hosts The Baker Podcast, an education podcast with 21 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #13
20: Alisa Arnoff
May 18, 202647 minS2Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Alisa B. Arnoff for a compelling episode exploring leadership, workplace culture, and accountability in today's fire service. In this conversation, Alisa shares her journey working...
Episode #13
20: Alisa Arnoff
May 18, 202647 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Alisa B. Arnoff for a compelling episode exploring leadership, workplace culture, and accountability in today's fire service.</p><p>In this conversation, Alisa shares her journey...
Episode #12
19: Fire Chief John Vance
May 3, 202648 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Fire Chief John Vance for a powerful conversation on leadership, training, and growth in the fire service. Chief Vance shares his journey into the fire service, his experience...
Episode #11
18: Fire Chief Clare Frank
Apr 27, 202638 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker as he connects with retired Fire Chief Clare Frank to explore her remarkable journey in the fire service—beginning with how she got her start at just 17 and rising through the ranks to...
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Episode #10
17: State Fire and Rescue Chief Kim Zagaris
Apr 20, 202638 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest, State Fire and Rescue Chief (Retired) Kim Zagaris, for an in-depth conversation about the fire service—from starting a career on the front lines to leading at the statewide...
Episode #9
16: Jeremy Wade
Apr 6, 202644 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Jeremy Wade, a retired Seattle police officer, for a powerful conversation on faith, family, and the calling of public safety service.</p><p>Jeremy, the founder and Executive...
Episode #8
15: Jill Sheperd Piercy Clark
Mar 18, 202633 minS2<p>In this powerful episode, Host Christopher Baker connects with Jill Shepherd Piercy Clark, LMFT, founder, and CEO of The Resiliency Co., for a deeply meaningful conversation about healing from stress, trauma, and...
Episode #7
14: Fire Chief Dennis Compton
Mar 9, 202654 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and his guest, Fire Chief (Retired) Dennis Compton, as they explore vital leadership lessons, the importance of firefighter mentorship, and the role of succession planning in the fire...
Episode #6
13: Fire Captain Forrest Martin
Mar 2, 202651 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and Fire Captain Forrest Martin for a powerful and inspiring discussion on the Wim Hof Method and the transformational impact of the Wim Hof Breath Protocol.</p><p>Forrest shares his...
Episode #5
12: Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
Feb 17, 202656 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, former U.S. Fire Administrator, for an in-depth discussion on the future of the fire service. This episode will explore how the National Emergency...
Episode #4
11: CPF President Brian K. Rice
Jan 29, 202643 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Brian K. Rice, President of the California Professional Firefighters (CPF), for an important conversation on firefighter behavioral health and wellness. Topics will include the...
Episode #3
10: Fire Chief Damon Covington
Jan 24, 202635 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Fire Chief Damon Covington of the Oakland Fire Department for an in-depth discussion on career opportunities in public safety with the Oakland Fire Department. The conversation...
Episode #2
9: Director Ken Pimlott
Jan 15, 202650 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest CAL FIRE Director (Retired) Ken Pimlott as they discuss the challenges of leadership during a time when wildland fires became more intense and destructive, and fire seasons...
Episode #1
8: Fire Captain II Erik Scott
Jan 5, 202641 minS2<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Erik Scott, Los Angeles Fire Captain II/Paramedic and lead Public Information Officer (PIO), for a powerful discussion on firefighter mentorship. This episode explores the...
Episode #7
7: Fire Chaplain Jim Cook
Dec 19, 202535 minS1<p>Join host Christopher Baker and guest Fire Chaplain Jim Cook as they discuss mental health and suicide prevention in the fire service. This episode covers the work of the California Fire Chaplain Association, the...
Episode #6
6: Assistant Chief Rayne Gray
Dec 13, 202550 minS1<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department (AZ) Assistant Chief Rayne Gray as we dig into what truly shapes our profession: mentorship, and the constant ebb and flow of leadership...
Episode #5
5: Fire Captain II Tim Werle
Dec 8, 20251 hourS1<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) Fire Captain II/Paramedic Tim Werle as they discuss mentorship in the fire service, practical leadership lessons, and the growing role of...
Episode #4
4: Deputy Director Nick Schuler
Nov 11, 202531 minS1<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Deputy Director of Communications & Emergency Incident Awareness, Chief Nick Schuler, as they discuss the importance of communication and public information, firefighter...
Episode #3
3: Fire Chief Jason Caughey
Oct 13, 202527 minS1<p>Join Host Christopher Baker and guest Laramie County Fire Authority (WY), Fire Chief Jason Caughey, they discuss firefighter mentorship, his internship with the Phoenix Fire Department (AZ), and leadership lessons...
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Jeremy Wade
Mission First Alliance
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Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
principal fire safety strategist for UL Research Institutes' Fire Safety Research Institute, National Fire Operations Reporting System
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Jim Cook
Strategy and Engagement Executive and Chair of ACT-IAC’s Institute for Innovation, New Orleans Ernest N.. Morial Convention Center
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Jason Caughey
Fire Chief, Laramie County Fire Department
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