CalChiefs

Chris Tubbs
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This podcast series is part of a CalChiefs initiative to dive deeper into initiatives and issues of importance to CalChiefs and its members, and to provide another medium in which we connect and work together towards fulfilling our Vision of being the Voice of the California Fire Service.

  1. 6D AGO

    Interview with Cal Chiefs President Bernie Molloy

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    46 min

  2. 12/30/2025

    Interview with Executive Director Jeff Meston

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    57 min

  3. 11/11/2025

    The History of GEMT and where we are today.

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    1h 14m

  4. 10/07/2025

    Episode 31 - Leading with Character

    Episode 31 - Leading with Character In this episode, Chief Chris Tubbs sits down with leadership expert Dave Anderson to explore what it truly means to lead with character. Together they discuss the habits, values, and daily decisions that define authentic leadership—especially when the pressure is high and the stakes are real. Listeners will gain practical insights on integrity, accountability, and how character-driven leadership builds trust, strengthens teams, and shapes lasting impact both on and off the job.

    1h 23m

  5. 06/20/2025

    Episode 30 - Strategic Advantage and Public Value

    Episode 30 - Strategic Advantage & Public Value In this episode of the CalChiefs / FDAC podcast, host Chris Tubbs is joined by leadership expert and author Steve Kent of The Results Group, Ltd. The discussion explores the essential relationship between strategic planning and organizational culture within public safety agencies. Drawing from decades of experience and his influential book Strategic Planning and Organizational Culture for Public Safety Agencies, Steve shares candid insights on the importance of vision, the dangers of short-term thinking, and the need to align strategy with values and community expectations. He challenges conventional leadership paradigms, emphasizes the need for grown-up accountability, and offers practical tools for building resilient, forward-looking organizations. The episode is a rich dialogue filled with wisdom, humor, and a call to action for public safety leaders to lead with purpose and foresight. Steve's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Strategic-Planning-Organizational-Culture-Agencies/dp/B09L9QT57W/ The Results Group, Ltd. = https://theresultsgroupltd.com Mind Your 4 Peas (personal and team coaching site): https://coachsteve.org It's About The Future (Substack blog site): https://stephenlkent.substack.com/

    1h 32m

  6. 05/10/2025

    Episode 29 - Psychosocial Hazards are Real!

    Episode 29 - Psychosocial Hazards are Real! In this episode, we explore Psychosocial Hazards are Real! by Dr. I. David Daniels—a powerful and timely examination of the often-overlooked mental, emotional, and social challenges faced in today’s workplaces, especially in high-stress professions like public safety. Drawing on personal experience and professional insight, Dr. Daniels exposes the systemic risks that harm psychological well-being and offers a path forward toward healthier, more accountable, and human-centered work environments. Whether you’re a leader, peer, or policy maker, this book is a must-read.

    1 hr

  7. 03/28/2025

    Episode 28 - Fighting Fire with Funding

    Episode 28 - Fighting Fire with Funding The California Fire Service is facing a critical funding shortfall that jeopardizes the safety and preparedness of communities statewide. Fire protection districts and fire departments, which cover 125,782 square miles and serve over 39 million people, have seen service demand grow significantly over the last 50 years. Despite this, funding mechanisms have not kept pace, leaving fire agencies struggling to maintain staffing, equipment, and infrastructure.

    1h 15m

  8. 12/13/2024

    Episode 27 - FirstNet and the 4.9 GHZ Spectrum

    Episode 27 - FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz Spectrum. This episode dives into the critical evolution of public safety communications, focusing on the recent FCC decision to establish a nationwide Band Manager framework for the 4.9 GHz spectrum, and discuss the evolution and deployment of the FirstNet System. Host Chris Tubbs interviews Chief Jeff Johnson, a leader in public safety technology and the development of FirstNet. Together, they explore the history, governance, and transformative potential of FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz spectrum in enhancing public safety operations with emerging technologies like AI, 5G, and augmented reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of protecting and optimizing public safety spectrum, the lessons learned from past advocacy efforts, and a call to action for public safety leaders to remain engaged in ensuring the spectrum’s effective use and governance.

    1h 26m
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This podcast series is part of a CalChiefs initiative to dive deeper into initiatives and issues of importance to CalChiefs and its members, and to provide another medium in which we connect and work together towards fulfilling our Vision of being the Voice of the California Fire Service.

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  • Creator
    Chris Tubbs
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026
  • Show Website
    CalChiefs