The C.A.N. Report

Welcome to The CAN Report Project! The channel dedicated to real conversations about fire service leadership, firefighter culture, toxic leadership, officer development, and modern fire training.This isn’t surface-level motivation.This is about fixing what’s broken inside the firehouse.On this channel, we cover:Fire service leadership developmentToxic leadership in the fire serviceFirehouse culture reformFirefighter mental health & resilienceAccountability in the ranksOfficer and company officer growthModern fireground tactics & trainingEnding complacency in the fire departmentBuilding strong, positive department cultureIf you’re a firefighter, company officer, chief officer, or aspiring leader who believes the fire service must evolve — this channel is for you

The C.A.N. Report is a society podcast hosted by Mike Goldstein, with 132 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mike Goldstein hosts The C.A.N. Report, a society show with 132 episodes published.

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  Episode #127

  Episode 127 Living Rad with TJ and Sarah Prieur

  Sep 5, 20261h 7m

  In this episode I sit down with husband and wife coaching team Sarah and TJ Prieur about the systems, habits, and mindset shifts that helped them move from overwhelm and fight or flight into a more intentional family and professional life. They also unpack TJ’s traumatic fireground experiences, how those calls affected his nervous system, and why mindfulness, communication, and structure matter so much for first responders and their families. In this interview, Sarah and TJ share how clarity, boundaries, and daily routines can reduce chaos at home and at work. They also explain how their coaching approach blends practical structure with mindset, trauma awareness, and family-centered living. Visit The Energy Drink Enter Nozzle Tov and get 20% off https://theenergydrink.com/ https://ipp-ips.com/ Honor Captain Joshua Laird https://www.firehero.org/fallen-firefighter/joshua-d-laird/

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  Episode #126

  Episode 126 Linda Crane owner of Salty Sirens Training

  Sep 1, 20261h 6m

  Linda Crane is a Colorado firefighter/EMT, founder of Salty Sirens Training, and a national fire service instructor dedicated to developing competent, confident, and resilient firefighters. She has taught at regional and national conferences on topics including search operations, victim removal, ladders, VEIS, forcible entry, hose movement, firefighter health, leadership, and performance. In this episode, Linda Crane shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a fire service family to becoming a firefighter and founder of Salty Sirens Training. She discusses her advocacy work, training philosophy, and how she empowers women and first responders through education and mentorship. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background 01:18 Linda Crane's journey into the fire service 03:37 Her advocacy work with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation 05:31 Creating Salty Sirens Training and its mission 07:37 Overcoming negativity and online trolls 08:50 Her involvement in fire service conferences and mentorship 11:35 Getting into the fire service as a woman 13:52 Physical training, fitness, and passing the CPAT 23:28 Inspiration behind Salty Sirens and representation 27:18 Building a high-performance training culture 33:32 Handling criticism and staying resilient 40:54 Balancing passion, humility, and authenticity 49:01 Specialized skills and training in the fire service 54:47 Connecting with Linda for training and mentorship 01:02:11 Closing remarks and future plans Visit The Energy Drink-Use NOZZLE TOV for 20% off https://theenergydrink.com/ Visit Engine House Designs LLC Get yourself a Nozzle Tov Hat! https://www.enginehousedesigns.com/products/nozzle-tov-hat?_pos=1&_psq=nozz&_psid=bc011f430&_ss=e Check out Notorious Fire and visit my on line shop! https://notoriousfireshops.com/the_can_report/shop/home

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  Episode #125

  Episode 125 from Volly to the Big Apple with Jon Kasouf

  Aug 25, 20261h 10m

  In this episode of The CAN Report, I sit down with Jon Kasouf of Big Apple Fire Tactics for a deep conversation about the journey from volunteer fire service to the FDNY, the realities of training, and why standpipe operations matter so much in modern fireground operations. Jon shares how he got the urge to be a firefighter early as a kid in Central New York, grew up around volunteer fire service, and eventually worked through the long process of joining the FDNY. He talks about the culture shock of moving from a smaller department into one of the busiest fire departments in the world, and what it meant to earn his place in Manhattan’s Engine Company 65 before moving to truck company work. Jon explains how remembering where he came from has helped him avoid ego and stay focused on the craft. Jon and I also discuss the pressure of teaching in public, the challenge of breaking into the conference circuit, and how feedback from students has shaped John’s growth as an instructor. https://bigapplefiretactics.com/ Check out The Energy Drink Enter NOZZLE TOV, Get 20% off https://theenergydrink.com/

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  Episode #124

  Episode 124 Anthony Gillan Broken Necks and Brotherhood

  Aug 22, 20261h 17m

  In this episode, Anthony Gallane shares his inspiring journey of overcoming a traumatic spinal injury, the importance of brotherhood in the fire service, and leadership lessons learned through decades of experience. Discover how resilience, mindset, and integrity can transform challenges into opportunities for growth. In this episode, Tony Gillan and I delve into the realities of firefighting careers, the importance of legacy, mentorship, and maintaining passion for the job amidst challenges. We explore how to build a supportive fire community and the value of continuous learning and leadership.

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  Episode #123

  Episode 123 Defying the Odds with Jazmyen Alston

  Aug 15, 20261h 9m

  In this episode, I sit down with Jazmyne Alston, a firefighter /EMT from Douglas County Fire and EMS, as she shares how she found her calling in emergency services after starting in healthcare. Jazmyne opens up about the grind of balancing school, two jobs, and motherhood, plus the public backlash she faced after a graduation post went viral. We also cover the value of strong instructors, the power of class camaraderie, and how kindness on and off the fireground can change lives. https://www.enginehousedesigns.com/ https://www.ipp-ips.com/ The Energy Drink- Enter NOZZLE TOV for 20% off https://theenergydrink.com/

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