Before the Tones Drop

Ben, Phil, Devan, & Ryan
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SCFR Presents: Before the Tones Drop. Firefighters discussing kitchen table topics, experiences from our line of work and interviewing guests.

  1. JAN 22

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 34: Chief Anthony Kastros

    Throw in your earbuds and listen to our conversation with Chief Anthony Kastros (Sacramento Metro Fire). We talk with Chief about leadership, bridging the tactical gap, and faith. Chief Kastros is the author of Mastering the Fire Service Assessment Center, & Mastering Fireground Command: Calm the Chaos!https://trainfirefighters.com/

    1h 41m

  2. 11/21/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 33: Dennis LeGear

    On this episode, our guest is Dennis LeGear, retired Captain from Oakland Fire. We chat about his start with the fire service working for Cal Fire, all the way to his career with Oakland. There is also great conversation on hose and nozzle design, optimal rig specifications, and his work with UL. Sit back and nerd out!

    2h 13m

  3. 10/12/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 32: Nozzle Forward

    Please welcome our guest Aaron Fields of Nozzle Forward. Aaron is a former Lieutenant with Seattle Fire and is now an Assistant Chief with Camano Island Fire Rescue. We chat with Aaron about his journey into the fire service, his time with Seattle and now his new role with CIFR. Aaron gives us insight into Nozzle Forward and the mindset that goes along with training.

    2h 41m

  4. 07/26/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 31: We're not in Kansas anymore?

    Captain Pat Dunn joins us from Kansas City, Kansas FD. Capt Dunn works out of Station 18, on "Pumper" 18. Get ready for great lessons on hydraulics and hose from the man that wrote the Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator book! https://www.psglearning.com/fire/operations/productdetails/9781284286519

    2h 20m

  5. 07/25/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 30: "Never underestimate the power of the Schwartz!"

    In this months episode we welcome Battalion Chief Ed Schwartz Jr from Baltimore County. Chief Schwartz explains how his department is setup, the differences between Baltimore County and Baltimore City, and drops some great leadership advice!

    1h 29m

  6. 06/02/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 29: We've Gone Rogue

    Join us and listen to brothers Ty and Ryan Wheeler talk about their journey through the fire service and what lead them to start Rogue Training Consulting.

    1h 51m

  7. 06/02/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 28: Bob Wilson

    Bob Wilson

    2h 27m

  8. 02/14/2025

    Before the Tones Drop Episode 27: Sheriff Sheehan

    This month's guest is Woodbury County Sheriff Chad Sheehan. We talk with him about his LEO journey, the new jail, calls, and leadership.

    2h 19m
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SCFR Presents: Before the Tones Drop. Firefighters discussing kitchen table topics, experiences from our line of work and interviewing guests.

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  • Creator
    Ben, Phil, Devan, & Ryan
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ben, Phil, Devan, & Ryan
  • Show Website
    Before the Tones Drop