Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast

Welcome to the Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast where we coach you to deal with the stressors of the job as a first responder as well as how to thrive off-duty. On the Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast we talk about positive ways to harness and increase human performance, how this applies to firefighters and first responders and dive into the concepts that lead to your overall health, happiness, and physical and mental health. Topics covered will include human performance psychology, sports psychology, bodies response to stress, mental fitness, physical fitness, recovery techniques, breathing practices and how to be mindful even in the most challenging situations. Rate, Review and Follow! Please consider rating and reviewing the Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast! This helps us support more people (just like you) move toward their ultimate human performance potential. Smash on that Follow button to make sure you never miss an episode! Want even m

Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Kevin Housley, with 57 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.

Kevin Housley hosts Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast, a health show with 57 episodes published.

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  #57. What It Really Means to Be a Professional

  Feb 5, 202510 minS0

  <p>We throw the word professional around a lot in the fire service. But are we truly approaching the job with a professional mindset?</p><p>In this episode, we explore the transition from amateur to professional—what it takes, what it really means, and how to apply those lessons on and off the job. Inspired by The Way of the Champion by Paul Rabil, we break down the mindset shifts that separate those who show up from those who excel.</p><p>What You’ll Learn:</p><p>🔥 The difference between getting paid and thinking like a pro 🔥 How to apply e...

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  #56. Firefighter Wellness, Resilience, and Crackyl Magazine with Kory Pearn

  Dec 18, 202453 minS0

  <p>What happens when we stop focusing just on the job and start taking care of the person behind the gear? This week’s podcast answers that question in a big way.</p><p>I sat down with Kory Pearn, firefighter and founder of Crackyl Magazine, to talk about building resilient firefighters and tackling the challenges that impact us beyond the calls. Kory’s got an incredible story—one shaped by health scares, years in the fire service, and a mission to put firefighters first.</p><p>🔥 Here’s what we dive into:</p>The Seven Pillars of Wellness—Kory breaks down t...

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  #55. Building Resilient Firefighters with Captain Dani Landholm

  Dec 11, 202459 minS0

  <p>Join us as we dive into the world of training, leadership, and resilience with Captain Danielle Landholm of the Omaha Fire Department.</p><p>Dani brings a wealth of experience, from her beginnings as a volunteer firefighter to leading innovative changes in fire academies. She’s a trailblazer in cultivating meaningful training experiences that focus not just on skill but also on building resilient, well-rounded firefighters.</p><p>🔥 Here’s what we cover in this episode:</p>The Journey of Leadership: Dani’s story of navigating challenging calls, burnout, and her pivotal career shift to the training division.Redefining Training...

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  #54. Building Resilience & Saving Lives: A Wellness Blueprint with Christian Macklin

  Dec 4, 20241h 2mS0

  <p>How do you revolutionize wellness in the fire service? You listen, you lead, and you start small but think big.</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Christian Macklin, Health and Wellbeing Officer at South Metro Fire Department. Christian’s journey from a light-duty assignment to leading one of the most innovative wellness programs in the country is nothing short of inspiring. Whether you're a line firefighter, officer, or chief, there’s something in this episode for you.</p><p>Here’s what we dive into:</p>The Turning Point: How a life-threatening cardiac event led South Metro...

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  #53 Thriving Through Resilience with Jay Bettencourt: Lessons from the Fireground and the Loss of Captain Bowen

  Nov 27, 20241h 12mS0

  <p>In this powerful episode of the Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast, we sit down with Jay Bettencourt, company officer from Asheville, North Carolina, instructor, and founder of the Resilient Mind Program. Jay shares how a life-altering line-of-duty death early in his career shaped his approach to training, resilience, and mindfulness. Together, we explore the psychology of high performance in the fire service and how firefighters can thrive under pressure.</p>From Survival to Thriving: Jay recounts his experiences at a tragic line-of-duty death fire, its impact on his career, and how it inspired his focus on rapid intervention training and mental...

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