Burning Questions

Chris Camacho

Welcome to the Burning Questions Podcast!  This podcast is hosted by the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville County, South Carolina. Our goal with this podcast is to provide reliable safety information to as wide an audience as possible.  This is where we'll talk about issues that we've observed and share safety tips focused on reducing risk in your community.  We hope you enjoy these episodes and maybe even take some of our safety tips to heart.  Let us know if there's something specific you want to hear about!

  1. Burning Questions - Chaplaincy

    2024-12-30

    Burning Questions - Chaplaincy

    In this episode, I got the opportunity to sit down with Battalion Chief and Chaplain Celeste Cathcart about the importance of Chaplaincy in the fire service.  We covered a lot of really important topics that have huge impacts on almost all types of public service.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:12 - Welcome 0:52 - Guest Introduction 1:17 - Providing Support 4:05 - PTSD and PTSI's 8:00 - Burnout 11:17 - Balancing Self-Care with Caring for Others 14:40 - Showing Honor and Support When Facing Loss 17:31 - Providing Support for Diverse Religious and Spiritual Needs 19:32 - Outreach and Support Organizations 21:24 - Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) 26:06 - Challenges when Engaging with the Public 29:09 - Inspiration for Becoming a Chaplain 34:09 - Thank you! Outside Links: SC Public Safety Chaplains Association's Website: https://scpsca.org/ Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Chaplain Cathcart for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community! - Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible.  Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: BSFD Website:  https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville/ Twitter/X:  https://x.com/BSFD_Greenville Podcast:  https://burningquestions.buzzsprout.com YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    35 min
  2. Burning Questions - Home Heating Safety

    2024-10-16

    Burning Questions - Home Heating Safety

    In this episode, I talk with Firefighter Aidan Miller about Home Heating Safety.  We tried to cover as much ground as possible and talked about different ways you can stay safe in your home as these colder month approach.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:12 - Welcome 0:53 - Guest Introduction 1:13 - Types of Heating Sources 3:36 - Safety Considerations 4:09 - Common Hazards 6:19 - What to Do 7:03 - Carbon Monoxide 8:09 - Myths and Misconceptions 8:52 - Resources Available 10:58 - Recap 11:29 - Thank you! Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org NFPA's Guide to Home Heating Safety: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/heating USFA's Website: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/ USFA's Guide to Heating Fire Safety: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prevent-fires/heating/ Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Firefighter Aidan Miller for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community! Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    12 min
  3. Burning Questions - Candle Safety

    2024-07-10

    Burning Questions - Candle Safety

    In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Kimberly Quinn about Candle Safety.  We'll try to help everyone better understand the risks associated with burning candles, incense, or sage in your home and offer some advice to help keep you and your loved ones safe.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:11 - Welcome 0:48 - Guest Introduction 1:00 - Candle Hazards 2:01 - Fire Growth 2:40 - Location and Placement 3:45 - Candle Maintenance 6:20 - Burning Incense/Sage 8:08 - Home Fire Safety Plan 10:48 - Listener Submitted Question 11:58 - Recap 12:35 - Thank you! Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org NFPA's Guide to Escape Planning: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/candles USFA's Website: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/ USFA's Guide to Home Fire Escape Plans: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prevent-fires/candle/ Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Firefighter Kimberly Quinn for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community! Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    14 min
  4. Burning Questions - Bathroom Ventilation Fans

    2024-02-29

    Burning Questions - Bathroom Ventilation Fans

    In this episode, I get to talk with Engineer Hayden Knapp and Lieutenant Heath Rogers about Bathroom Ventilation Fans.  We'll try to help everyone better understand the risks associated with bathroom ventilation fans, why we have them in our homes, how these fans operate, as well as when you should consider replacing your bathroom ventilation fans.  We'll also review some relevant data regarding appliance fires and some best practices.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:14 - Welcome 0:56 - Guest Introduction 2:26 - Fire Risks 3:08 - Purpose of Bathroom Ventilation Fans 3:55 - How These Fans Work 4:28 - Number of Home Fires and Why They Occur 6:07 - Preventing Bathroom Ventilation Fan Fires 7:13 - When to Replace Your Fan 8:14 - Safety First 9:05 - Thank You 9:35 - #HaveAFireSafeDay Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Engineer Hayden Knapp and Lieutenant Heath Rogers for sitting in with me and getting this information to our community! Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    10 min
  5. Burning Questions - Fire Escape Planning

    2024-02-05

    Burning Questions - Fire Escape Planning

    In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Michael Huppmann about Fire Escape Planning.  We'll try to help everyone better understand the risks associated with a home fire, the components of a home fire escape plan, as well as some best practices related to escape planning.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:16 - Welcome 0:45 - Guest Introduction 1:45 - Why Planning is Important 2:42 - Common Causes of Home Fires 3:17 - Hazards and Risks Associated with Home Fires 3:50 - Importance of Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarms 5:18 - Components of a Fire Escape Plan 8:16 - Options for Multistory Homes 10:40 - Best Practices 12:18 - Thank You Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org NFPA's Guide to Escape Planning: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/escape-planning USFA's Website: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/ USFA's Guide to Home Fire Escape Plans: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prepare-for-fire/home-fire-escape-plans/ Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Firefighter Michael Huppmann for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community! Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    13 min
  6. Message from the Fire Chief - Jan 2024

    2024-01-16

    Message from the Fire Chief - Jan 2024

    This message is from Steve Graham, Fire Chief of Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC.  It was recorded on January 5th.   Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    12 min
  7. Burning Questions - Cooking Related Fires

    2023-10-20

    Burning Questions - Cooking Related Fires

    In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Cary Hudson about Cooking-Related Fires.  We'll cover some common causes of cooking-related fires, how to prevent those fires, as well as some advice for what to do if you ever experience a cooking-related fire.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:13 - Welcome 1:01 - Guest Introduction 1:41 - Common Causes of Cooking-Related Fires 9:00 - Preventing Cooking-Related Fires 15:44 - What To Do DURING and AFTER the Fire 17:44 - Action Item 18:25 - Thank You 18:48 - #HaveAFireSafeDay  Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org NFPA Top Fire Causes (See Cooking): https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Top-fire-causes/ USFA Cooking Fire Safety Information: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prevent-fires/cooking/ Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Firefighter Cary Hudson for sitting in with me and helping get this information out to everybody! Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    19 min
  8. Burning Questions - Grilling Safety

    2023-10-03

    Burning Questions - Grilling Safety

    In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Michael Huppmann about Outdoor Cooking and Grilling Safety.  We'll cover some outdoor cooking safety basics, proper equipment handling, good maintenance routines, safe grilling practices, as well as some advice on what to do after you've finished cooking.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!! Chapters: 0:13 - Welcome 1:10 - Guest Introduction 1:18 - Fire Safety Basics 4:13 - Grilling Maintenance and Placement 6:35 - Starting and Extinguishing the Grill 10:39 - Safe Cooking Practices 12:37 - After Grilling Safety 14:53 - Recap 15:48 - Thank You 16:04 - #HaveAFireSafeDay  Outside Links: NFPA's Website: https://www.nfpa.org NFPA Grilling Safety Information: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Grilling USFA Outdoor Fire Safety Information: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outdoor-fires/#:~:text=Grill%20fire%20safety,safe%20zone%20around%20your%20grill. Acknowledgments: - Thank you to Firefighter Michael Huppmann for sitting in with me and helping get this information out to everybody! District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenv... Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information. District Links: Website: https://www.boilingspringsfd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

    16 min
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Welcome to the Burning Questions Podcast!  This podcast is hosted by the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville County, South Carolina. Our goal with this podcast is to provide reliable safety information to as wide an audience as possible.  This is where we'll talk about issues that we've observed and share safety tips focused on reducing risk in your community.  We hope you enjoy these episodes and maybe even take some of our safety tips to heart.  Let us know if there's something specific you want to hear about!

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  • Creator
    Chris Camacho
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Burning Questions
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