The Fire Officer Project

with Mark McCurdy

A Fire Service related podcast where we discuss multiple topics including Firehouse Traditions & Culture, Leadership, the Fire Family Life as well as getting yourself on the path to becoming a Fire Officer. Join your host, Mark McCurdy as we have Real Talk discussions with no holding back.There is so much to cover, so tune in and send in your topic ideas ... Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department. 

  1. 04/06/2025

    Episode 24 - Wear Your Seatbelt

    Send us a text In this episode we discuss a recent conversation with a Probationary Firefighter, your self worth, what the "new generation" is doing well and a call to action to pass on your knowledge before the window closes. If you are interested in 1 on 1 promotion plans or coaching, contact me and we will set up a program. Also available for group settings. Small or large group training/preparation for promotion. Thanks for listening !!                         Please leave any comments ,suggestions or thoughts via email at:  thefireofficerproject@gmail.com Website: http://www.thefireofficerproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefireofficerproject "What Brothers Do"  by Michael Everett Brown  - https://amzn.to/3MHlRaI A 9/11 story about Capt. Patrick Brown and his brother Mike (a must read) Gettin Salty Experience: Tribute to Capt. Paddy Brown - FDNY  https://www.youtube.com/live/WYTaptv9wpM?si=ObMo3hUZNq_JpK7Q If you like what you hear, please share it on to others as we work to build this platform for current and future company officers...To donate to the show please click on the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thefireoffG KMF - Keep Moving Forward DTRT - Do The Right Thing   Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department.  Support the show

    57 min
  2. 03/10/2025

    Episode 23 - L.A. Firestorm

    Send us a text In this episode we talk about the recent devastating Firestorms in Los Angeles. Lessons learned and areas to consider. As well as influences causing the long break.  The Fire You Carry episode referenced in the show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1H7MBXc0JwBsw6DxZioV2p If you are interested in 1 on 1 promotion plans or coaching, contact me and we will set up a program. Also available for group settings. Small or large group training/preparation for promotion. Thanks for listening !!                         Please leave any comments ,suggestions or thoughts via email at:  thefireofficerproject@gmail.com Website: http://www.thefireofficerproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefireofficerproject "What Brothers Do"  by Michael Everett Brown  - https://amzn.to/3MHlRaI A 9/11 story about Capt. Patrick Brown and his brother Mike (a must read) Gettin Salty Experience: Tribute to Capt. Paddy Brown - FDNY  https://www.youtube.com/live/WYTaptv9wpM?si=ObMo3hUZNq_JpK7Q If you like what you hear, please share it on to others as we work to build this platform for current and future company officers...To donate to the show please click on the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thefireoffG KMF - Keep Moving Forward DTRT - Do The Right Thing   Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department.  Support the show

    1h 10m
  3. 05/01/2024

    Episode 22 - Death By Salt Shaker

    Send us a text In this episode we talk about the importance of attention to detail... This is a clean episode intended for kids as well. With two tween daughters in sports, the emphasis is on how the small things can add up and the importance of attention to detail. Original article published in Fire Rescue 1 magazine, Jan. 2017.    If you are interested in 1 on 1 promotion plans or coaching, contact me and we will set up a program. Also available for group settings. Small or large group training/preparation for promotion. Thanks for listening !!                         Please leave any comments ,suggestions or thoughts via email at:  thefireofficerproject@gmail.com Website: http://www.thefireofficerproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefireofficerproject "What Brothers Do"  by Michael Everett Brown  - https://amzn.to/3MHlRaI A 9/11 story about Capt. Patrick Brown and his brother Mike (a must read) Gettin Salty Experience: Tribute to Capt. Paddy Brown - FDNY  https://www.youtube.com/live/WYTaptv9wpM?si=ObMo3hUZNq_JpK7Q If you like what you hear, please share it on to others as we work to build this platform for current and future company officers...To donate to the show please click on the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thefireoffG KMF - Keep Moving Forward DTRT - Do The Right Thing   Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department.  Support the show

    42 min
  4. 03/26/2024

    Episode 21 - Control Your Future

    Send us a text In this episode we discuss ways to control your future...PACE yourself for promotion and ways to be successful when you do promote. Topics include: - Don't be concerned with what others are doing - Setting goals - Do more than the minimum to get promoted These are a few of the areas discussed... If you are interested in 1 on 1 promotion plans or coaching, contact me and we will set up a program. Also available for group settings. Small or large group training/preparation for promotion.  Thanks for listening !!                         Please leave any comments ,suggestions or thoughts via email at:  thefireofficerproject@gmail.com Website: http://www.thefireofficerproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefireofficerproject "What Brothers Do"  by Michael Everett Brown  - https://amzn.to/3MHlRaI A 9/11 story about Capt. Patrick Brown and his brother Mike (a must read) Gettin Salty Experience: Tribute to Capt. Paddy Brown - FDNY  https://www.youtube.com/live/WYTaptv9wpM?si=ObMo3hUZNq_JpK7Q If you like what you hear, please share it on to others as we work to build this platform for current and future company officers...To donate to the show please click on the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thefireoffG KMF - Keep Moving Forward DTRT - Do The Right Thing   Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department.  Support the show

    1h 2m
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A Fire Service related podcast where we discuss multiple topics including Firehouse Traditions & Culture, Leadership, the Fire Family Life as well as getting yourself on the path to becoming a Fire Officer. Join your host, Mark McCurdy as we have Real Talk discussions with no holding back.There is so much to cover, so tune in and send in your topic ideas ... Disclaimer: Any and all information contained in these podcast episodes is strictly for informational purposes only and DOES NOT represent an official opinion/stance of my Department or any previous Departments I have worked for or mention. All information provided is my personal opinion based on experience and is only to be used for educational purposes as a suggestion or guidance. I am not and do not claim to be an official representative of any agency or department.