Fireground Company Podcast

Erik MacClain & Clint Herring

The Fireground Company Podcast is led by veteran Captain Erik MacClain. We believe the fire department is shaped by the quality of its leaders. Our mission is to develop or strengthen leaders who are trusted in the firehouse and relied upon on the fireground. Strong leadership, tradition, and culture are the keys to this success and to preserving our great firefighting legacies. JOIN US.

  1. #22 When Discipline Goes Wrong

    Jun 3

    #22 When Discipline Goes Wrong

    22: Discipline is sometimes misunderstood or applied incorrectly, which is why it is critical to understand its true purpose within the fire department at every level of leadership. Formal discipline should only be used when necessary and must never be weaponized against members out of frustration, ego, favoritism, or retaliation.  Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP: https://www.firegroundcompany.com/membership Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    1h 17m
  2. #21 The Truth About Company Training vs Department Training

    May 20

    #21 The Truth About Company Training vs Department Training

    21: Company training and department training are two of the most important things we do in the fire department, and they shape how firefighters perform. You know that, but do you know what effective training looks like and how to deliver it to other firefighters? Do you know the difference between the two and how they should be structured? Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP: https://www.firegroundcompany.com/membership Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    1h 9m
  3. #20 Can You Teach Culture?

    May 6

    #20 Can You Teach Culture?

    20: What is culture, and can it actually be taught? In this episode, we break down what culture really is, why it plays such a critical role in the fire department, and how it directly impacts performance on the fireground and in the firehouse. Then we get into how culture is actually built day by day and how you can start shaping it in your firehouse. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP: https://www.firegroundcompany.com/membership Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    57 min
  4. #19 Peer-To-Peer Leadership

    Apr 15

    #19 Peer-To-Peer Leadership

    Leading peers is one of the most underestimated challenges in the fire department. Unlike leading subordinates, where rank provides a clear framework for authority and accountability, peer leadership can demand different skills. Lateral influence requires you to know when to step up and take initiative without overstepping unwritten boundaries, how to challenge a fellow firefighter's decision without damaging the relationship, and how to inspire ownership in someone who owes you nothing by rank. Mastering peer-to-peer leadership isn't optional; it is necessary for both fire officers and firefighters. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP: https://www.firegroundcompany.com/membership Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    42 min
  5. #18 Pros & Cons of Complaining

    Apr 1

    #18 Pros & Cons of Complaining

    18: Every firehouse has complainers. But is complaining always a bad thing? In this episode, we break down the double-edged nature of firehouse complaining: when it builds camaraderie and surfaces real problems, and when it poisons morale and erodes trust. Whether you're a firefighter trying to navigate your own frustrations or a fire officer suddenly becoming everyone's sounding board, we'll give you the tools to handle both sides of the conversation so complaints become constructive rather than cancerous to your crew. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. Join our membership: https://www.firegroundcompany.com/membership Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    53 min
  6. #17 Company Fire vs Command Fire

    Mar 18

    #17 Company Fire vs Command Fire

    Today, we’re looking at the difference between what we call a company fire and a command fire. A company fire is one that a single crew can control through solid fundamentals, stretching the right line, getting water on the seat of the fire, searching, and coordinating basic truck work under the officer’s direct supervision. A command fire, however, expands beyond what one company can manage and requires someone to step back, establish command, coordinate multiple companies, and manage the bigger picture. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    23 min
  7. #16 Three Fires That Changed Me

    Mar 4

    #16 Three Fires That Changed Me

    These are three fires that significantly changed the way I think about hoseline deployment and the movement of hose on the fireground. Each incident forced me to look more closely at what was actually happening during the operation and how the line was stretched, how it advanced, and where problems were being created that slowed everything down. The real takeaway came from seeing how small decisions about hose deployment either made the job easier or unnecessarily complicated it. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    58 min
  8. #15 The Garden Apartment Hoseline Lie

    Feb 18

    #15 The Garden Apartment Hoseline Lie

    15: Hoseline deployments in garden apartments are usually simpler than we make them, yet we still see poor stretches, bad positioning, and delays at critical moments because fundamentals break down under pressure. These buildings present predictable layouts and repeatable challenges, but crews often overcomplicate the stretch. The solution is disciplined simplicity and an understanding of the issues that common stairwells present. When treated as a repeatable problem instead of a freestyle event, garden apartment hoseline deployments become simple, efficient, and effective. Be a LEGENDARY LEADER. Don’t FAIL on the FIREGROUND or in the FIREHOUSE, learn the skills to SUCCEED as a LEADER. Website: https://www.firegroundcompany.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firegroundcompany/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireground.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FiregroundCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firegroundcompany X: https://x.com/firegroundco

    40 min
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The Fireground Company Podcast is led by veteran Captain Erik MacClain. We believe the fire department is shaped by the quality of its leaders. Our mission is to develop or strengthen leaders who are trusted in the firehouse and relied upon on the fireground. Strong leadership, tradition, and culture are the keys to this success and to preserving our great firefighting legacies. JOIN US.

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  • Creator
    Erik MacClain & Clint Herring
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fireground Llc.
  • Show Website
    Fireground Company Podcast

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