Truck Company Misfits

Truck Company Misfits

Truck Company Misfits Podcast. A fire service podcast where Mavericks, Rogues and Go-Getters have kitchen table style discussions about the Engine, Truck, Special Operations, and everything in between.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 26 - Saw Chain and Blade Evaluation

    08/22/2025

    Ep. 26 - Saw Chain and Blade Evaluation

    In this episode we talk in depth about chain saw chains and saw blade performance. Oh and JJ forgot what state he was in... On this episode: Ryan Gates, Jason Joannides, Julio Ramos. Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 22m

  2. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 16 - LEADING FROM THE FRONT AND WINNING TACTICS

    The Gang chats with Garrett Rice about leadership and what it really  means to lead by example, not so white shirts, implementing tactics that  may be against the grain, and touch on the not so talked about side of  ground ladders. Ryan clicks his pen while talking.  On this episode: Ryan  Gates, Chris Carter, John Neal, Garrett Rice Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 21m

  3. 08/18/2025

    Ep.11 - THE PATH TO SPECIAL OPERATIONS WITH JULIO RAMOS

    The gang finally gets Julio Ramos on to talk about the path to becoming a  Special Operations Firefighter in his department.  On this episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jeff Mrwik, Chris Carter, Jason Joannides, Julio  Ramos. Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 12m

  4. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 10 - Vertical Ventilation: Fear vs. Reality with Nick Esposito

    The gang is joined by Captain Nick Esposito to discuss the fears behind vertical ventilation. In between Gates' furious, nervous pen clicks, they discuss best methods in changing culture in your department, when and where poppin' the top is applicable, and which Disney Princess everyone would be.  On this episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jason Joannides, Dustin Martinez, and Nick Esposito. Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 15m

  5. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 7 - THE SEARCH WITH DUSTIN MARTINEZ

    The Gang talks about The Search with Metro-Atlanta area Firefighter Dustin Martinez from Reformation Fire Training. The show gets derailed many times by everything from Rob showing up 20 minutes late, to Gates insisting on telling his best (worst) Dad Joke, to Jeff offending the entire left side of the country.  On This Episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jeff Mrwik, Chris Carter, Jason Joannides, Rob Hunt, Rob's Frogs.  Originally published: 7/17/2020 Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 7m

  6. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 6 - THE WEST COAST TRUCK WITH NEAL DICKEY

    The gang sits down for a chat about West Coast Truck Operations with  special guest, Neal Dickey. Neal is a 13 year veteran of a large SoCal  department. Everything about truck is touched on, from vertical vent, to  building construction and training.  On this episode: Ryan Gates, TJ  Parrish, Chris Carter, Rob Hunt, Rob's Dogs (again), Neal Dickey. Originally published: 7/3/2020 Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 11m

  7. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 2 - RIDING ASSIGNMENTS; HAVE A PLAYBOOK

    The Misfits discuss what riding assignments are and why it is important to have a plan. Having a "playbook" for call types ensures important tasks are completed and will lead to success on the fireground.  On this Episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jeff Mrwik, Chris Carter, Ethan Tucker, Palmer Record *Originally Published: 5/5/2020 Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 2m

  8. 08/18/2025

    Ep. 1 - Into The Job

    The gang talks motivation, mutts, and being into the job.  On this  episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jeff Mrwik, Chris Carter, Bailey  Reeves, Heath Haywood, Jason Joannides, Rob Hunt, Ethan Tucker. *Originally published:  4/24/2020 Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1 hr
  9. Ep. 21 - Truck Positioning with Nick Esposito

    08/17/2025

    Ep. 21 - Truck Positioning with Nick Esposito

    The Gang sits down again with Nick Esposito to talk Aerial Positioning  and becoming a better Aerial Operator. JJ also brings up Engine Work for  some reason.  On this episode: Ryan Gates, TJ Parrish, Jeff Mrwik, Jason  Joannides, Nick Esposito *Originally Published: 6/9/2021 Truckcompanymisfits.com Sodacitytraining.com

    1h 11m
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About

Truck Company Misfits Podcast. A fire service podcast where Mavericks, Rogues and Go-Getters have kitchen table style discussions about the Engine, Truck, Special Operations, and everything in between.

Information

  • Creator
    Truck Company Misfits
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Truck Company Misfits
  • Show Website
    Truck Company Misfits