S1E27 - Episode 26 - FirstNet and the 4.9 GHZ Spectrum Dec 13, 2024

Episode 26 - 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.

S1E25 - Episode 25 - Quantifying the Negative Oct 11, 2024

Episode 25 - Quantifying the Negative

In this episode in an interview with Chief Eric Saylors (El-Cerrito Fire), Chief Saylors discusses his Naval Post Graduate School Thesis, Quantifying the Negative. In this episode Chief Saylors shares how his thesis led to the creation of a method to quantify the value a fire agency brings to a community and how this aids I the fire service telling its story to the community and elected officials.

S1E26 - The Fire Prevention Section and The Cal Chiefs Reorg. Oct 10, 2024

Episode Notes

President Heine and Past President Tubbs discuss why the Fire Prevention Section decided to leave Cal Chiefs after the Cal Chiefs Reorg and where is Cal Chiefs is going next as it relates to a new Fire Marshall's Section.

S1E24 - Episode 24 - Riverside vs Symons Ambulance Jun 14, 2024

Episode 24 - Riverside vs Symons Ambulance

On this episode, your host Chris Tubbs interviews Fire Chief & CalChiefs President Mark Heine, and CalChiefs Attorney Andrew Schouten, ESQ of Wright L’Estrange & Ergastolo (WLE). We will be discussing the recent publication of the Riverside vs Symons case; the history of the litigation and various court decisions, and ultimately the publication of the Appellate Court’s Ruling and what that means.

S1E23 - Episode 23 - Cal Fire Chiefs C&T Ambulance Business Academy May 30, 2024

Episode Notes

In this Episode Retired Fire Chief Ray Gayk interviews Glenn Leland about the first training opportunity presented by Cal Fire Chiefs Consulting and Training, The Ambulance Business Academy (ABA). The ABA is a two week in person academy teaching the California Fire Service the Ambulance Business from a private and public perspective. Glenn Leland has over 40 years in the ambulance business experience at the highest levels of leaderships and has teamed up with Cal Fire Chiefs C&T to offer the most in depth look into how the ambulance business works, Information about the Ambulance Business Academy can be found on the Cal Fire Chiefs C&T website cafirechiefsconsulting.com

S1E22 - Episode 22 - Operationalizing Your Strategic Plan Mar 29, 2024

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In this episode we talk about the importance of Operationalizing your Strategic Plan with our friends at Envisio and how it can really change your agencies effectiveness.

S1E21 - Episode 21 - The Fire Service and Technology with Fire Chief Dan Munsey Feb 28, 2024

In this episode we interview Dan Munsey Fire Chief for San Bernardino County Fire and IAFC Technology Counsel Chair and talk about where Technology is going in the fire service today and how it may affect tomorrow.

S1E20 - Episode 20 - Cal Chiefs Training Officers with President Matt Miranda Dec 27, 2023

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Past President Gayk interviews Battalion Chief Matta Miranda who is the Southern Section President for the Cal Chiefs Training Officers Section. Chief Miranda discusses what the Training Officers are doing in both the Southern/Northern Divisions, and he gives a great overview of the upcoming 2024 Fresno Training Symposium.

S1E19 - Episode 19 - Firefighter Recruitment with Fire Chief Mike McCliman Nov 23, 2023

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In this episode Past-President Ray Gayk interviews Fire Chief Mike McCliman from Rancho Cucamonga Fire District on today's firefighter recruitment challenges and what RCFD is doing to overcome those challenges. Rancho Cucamonga punches way above their weight when it comes to recruitment, and we dive into Rancho's philosophy and techniques that have given them an edge in the fight for new recruits.

S1E18 - Episode 18 - Interview with Cal Chiefs President Mark Heine Nov 06, 2023

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In this Episode we talk with newly elected Cal Chiefs President Mark Heine about his background and what's coming up for Cal Chiefs over the next year. Chief Heine is the Fire Chief for the Sonoma County Fire District and has been a leader and board member in Cal Chiefs for almost a decade. His experiences in the Fire Service and Cal Chiefs will be explored in our discussion and how he sees this year going for Cal Chiefs during his Presidency.

S1E17 - Episode 17 - Interview with Matty Fiorenza. Oct 23, 2023

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We have a conversation with Retired Firefighter Matty Fiorenza from the Anaheim Fire Department about his story that takes us through his journey of mental health challenges and his bouts with attempted suicide. This is a powerful story we all need to hear, because his story is unique but unfortunately it isn't unique in today's fire service.

S1E16 - Episode 16 - Interview with California Metro Fire Chiefs Association President - Fire Chief Colin Stowell Oct 09, 2023

Episode 16

In this episode we interview Fire Chief Colin Stowell, who is the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department Fire Chief and President of the California Metro Fire Chiefs Association. Chief Stowell talks about several topics ranging from the challenges of running a Metro size department, Homelessness Crisis and how San Diego Fire tackled the Ambulance problem they faced in their city.

S1E15 - Episode 15 - SB 577 - Improving support for Fire Service Training Apr 18, 2023

Episode 15

In this episode we interview Fire Chief John Binaski, who is the Fire Chief of the Clovis Fire Department and the Legislative Director for CalChiefs. Chief Binaski will describe our current legislation dictates how State Fire Service Training and its programs are funded, what has changed since the original legislation, and what SB 577 is intended to do relative to SFST programs and services. Chief Binaski will also discuss the legislative process and how and why CalChiefs engagement is critical for our membership.

S1E14 - Episode 14 - The Oxnard Case and AB 1168 Mar 28, 2023

Episode 14

On this episode, President Tubbs discusses the Oxnard Court Case and current legislation introduced by Assemblymember Bennett, AB 1168, with Oxnard Fire Chief Alex Hamilton.

S1E13 - Episode 13 - The Tribal Chiefs Association Feb 27, 2023

Episode 13 - The Tribal Chiefs Association

On this episode, President Tubbs discusses the Tribal Chiefs Association with Fire Chief and Association President Jason Keeling.

S1E12 - Episode 12 - The Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act Ballot Initiative Feb 14, 2023

Episode 12 - The Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act Ballot Initiative

In this episode we discuss the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act Ballot Initiative, which is qualified for the November 5, 2024 ballot, with Kyle Packham, Advocacy and Public Affairs Director of California Special Districts Association (CSDA). CalChiefs believes it is important for all Californian Government agencies to be aware of this initiative and what the impacts of this ballot measure if it passes.

S1E11 - Episode 11 - Chief Officer Leadership Symposium Jan 31, 2023

Episode 11 - Chief Officer Leadership Symposium

In this Episode we discuss the Chief Officer Leadership Symposium which is held annually in Fresno. Chief (Ret) Bruce Martin discusses the origins of the symposium, its purpose, and examples of the kinds of courses that are a part of the educational program.

S1E10 - Episode 10 - Consolidations in the California Fire Service Dec 19, 2022

Episode 10 - Consolidations

On this episode, Past President Ray Gayk interviews Chiefs Mark Heine and Chris Tubbs to discuss their experiences with consolidations. There are many reasons for, types of, and important considerations associated with consolidating fire agencies. In this interview, Chiefs Heine and Tubbs share their experiences and learned lessons.

S1E9 - Episode 9 - AB662 - A discussion with Chief Alex Hamilton (Oxnard Fire) Nov 29, 2022

Episode 9 - AB662 - A discussion with Chief Alex Hamilton (Oxnard Fire)

On this episode, we interview Chief Alex Hamilton to discuss the recently singed legislation (AB662) which added sections to the Current Health & Safety Code (1797.119 & 13159.6) which requires the State Fire Marshal to establish additional training standards that include the criteria for curriculum content recommended by the Statewide Training and Education Advisory Committee involving Peer to Peer Suicide Prevention Programming.

S1E8 - Episode 8 - The California Fire Service's Response to the Pandemic Nov 14, 2022

Episode 8 - California Fire Service's Response to the Pandemic

On this episode, we interview Chiefs Bernie Malloy (Murrieta Fire) & Kristin Thompson (Newport Beach Fire) to discuss the California Fire Service’s Response to the Pandemic; the State-wide survey conducted by CalChiefs, and the Case Studies. Chiefs Malloy and Thompson discuss what the early days of the pandemic and how the fire service responded, the lessons that were learned by this response, and the action taken to capture and memorialize this response.

S1E7 - Episode 7 - Volunteer & Combination Departments Nov 02, 2022

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On this episode, we interview Fire Chief Jeff Gilbert of the Williams Fire Protection Authority, a volunteer / combination fire department, located in Williams, CA. Chief Gilbert will share his perspective on leading and managing volunteer and combination fire agencies.

S1E6 - Episode 6 -A Year in Review Oct 11, 2022

Episode 6 - A Year in Review

On this episode, we interview Past President Chief Ray Gayk about his year as President. Chief Gayk will share his assessment of the work CalChiefs focused on this past year, the ongoing initiatives, the challenges as President, and the future of CalChiefs.

S1E5 - Episode 5 - PPGEMT Sep 26, 2022

Episode 5 - PPGEMT

In this episode Deputy Chief and CalChiefs Legislative Director Ted Peterson discusses California's GEMT programs, and most importantly, the new PPGEMT program, which begins January 1, 2023. Chief Peterson provides a history of GEMT, the various types of GEMT programs, and a description of the new PPGEMT program. Chief Peterson also discusses the importance and value of the new PPGEMT program, and what agencies need to do to prepare and participate in the new program.

S1E3 - Episode 3 - The Marin WildFire Prevention Authority Sep 12, 2022

Episode 3 - The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority

A discussion with Executive Officer Mark Brown and the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority. Born out of the North Bay Fires, Marin County residents and the Marin County Fire Service banded together to create a way to reduce the risks from the threat of Wildland fire, and to better prepare residents for any natural disaster. Mark Brown discusses how the MWPA came into being, what it objectives are, and how it defines success. This podcast is intended to share one County's approach to dealing with the threat of wildfire.

S1E2 - Episode 2- FIRIS Aug 29, 2022

Episode 2 - FIRIS

In this episode we discuss the FIRIS system with OCFA Fire Chief Brian Fennessy. The Fire Integrated Real-Time Intelligence Service is available state-wide and Chief Fennessy discusses the origins of FIRIS, the challenges with bringing FIRIS to life, and challenges that still lay ahead. President Gayk also shares the latest information on CalChiefs activities.

S1E4 - Episode 4 - Annual Conference Aug 24, 2022

Episode 4

President-Elect Tubbs interviews CalChiefs Executive Director Chief Jeff Meston about the upcoming 2022 Annual Conference in Sacramento. Occurring September 13 - 15, 2022 at the Grand Sheraton in Sacramento, the three day event features numerous speakers, vendors and vendor displays, as well as the installation of our new officers. Director Meston provides details about each days activities as well as the registration process.

S1E1 - Episode 1 - The Podcast Initiative Jul 21, 2022

Episode 1: The Podcast Initiative

This episode is the launch of a new initiative for CalChiefs and its members. President Ray Gayk and President-Elect Chris Tubbs discuss the podcast initiative; how and why the idea came to fruition, what we hope it achieve, and a sneak peek to upcoming topics. We welcome feedback to our podcast episodes and you can email comments to: podcasts@calchiefs.org.

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Episode 13 - The Tribal Chiefs Association

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