The Fire You Carry

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037: Our Fitness Journeys & Why What We Do Now For Fitness Works So Well May 10, 2021

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In this episode Kevin and I break down a little bit of how we got to the place we are now with fitness. We break down how we work out and why, how many rest days we have and what that means for us, along with how we eat most days and what an average day at the station looks like. If you've got questions (or concerns) we would love to talk to you, (unless you want to talk to Nole about eating more vegetables).

036: Jeremy Stalnecker, CEO of The Mighty Oaks Foundation, Former Pastor and Infantry Platoon Commander. May 03, 2021

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Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with us and shares some great life lessons that he has learned coming from his background as an infantry platoon commander in the Marines, the experiences he had in combat, and his time serving as a pastor and now as the CEO of The Mighty Oaks Foundation. Jeremy is the author and co-author of multiple books including March or Die and Leadership By Design. He also hosts his own show over at March Or Die Podcast along with doing multiple shows for Mighty Oaks on their YouTube channel and podcast. Jeremy shares some really good strategies on how to move through the difficult times that life inevitably will throw at you, along with great stories to illustrate those points.
Jeremy Stalnecker's Website.
https://jeremystalnecker.com/about/
Mighty Oaks Foundation
https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/
March or Die Podcast
https://anchor.fm/jeremystalnecker
Mighty Oaks YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5f0jIV000JYwg8FrqBNvcQ
The sound an A-10 Thunderbolt "Warthog" makes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvIJvPj_pjE&ab_channel=WarLeaks-MilitaryBlog

035: Kevin & Nole Discuss Why Their Views Are So Different Regarding Owning Or Carrying A Firearm For Self Defense. Apr 26, 2021

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In this weeks episode we talk about Nole's choice to carry a firearm concealed everyday, what that is like in practice and what you should know before you decide to do it yourself. We also talk about the reasons our views on carrying a firearm or having one in the home for self defense are so different. Kevin shares a story of a break in that happened at his home while he was away at work. Nole shares a story about getting coughed on intentionally and what he did about it (you might be disappointed). We also talk about some of the legal issues, though we're not lawyers so don't take anything we say too seriously. You'll also get an answer to the age old question: can an Army Ranger shoot out a lightbulb hanging 15 feet above his head?
USCCA, Nole's carry insurance.
https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/usccamemberships/?tID=603fe94514e81&utm_source=google.com&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=12464295729&utm_term=uscca&utm_content=membership&utm_purpose=direct%20sales&gclid=Cj0KCQjwppSEBhCGARIsANIs4p5aNXwapFqbDgTNnA14y1qUYwaeuD3c0aku7rZWlz5Eeo3QEPRle0EaAi4REALw_wcB

034: Integrity & How A Lack Of It Led To Nole Acquiring Saddam Hussein's Hood Apr 19, 2021

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This episode is about integrity. Both Kevin and Nole share stories from their pasts where they were lacking in it and how they work to be men of integrity now and why that is important. Nole shares a story about how he acquired the hood that Saddam wore after his capture in 2003. Kevin shares his story about how he "stole" from the bank that he later went on to work for and how he worked to make it right later in life.

033: The Truth About Life As A Fireman Or Soldier And How To Prepare, With Mike Knobbe. Apr 12, 2021

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In this episode we are again joined by special permanent guest host Mike Knobbe as we talk about what life is like as a soldier and as a fireman. While this episode is specifically for guys who are thinking about joining either the military or the fire service anyone will find it interesting as we share what life is like behind the scenes and share stories from both arenas. We even talk about some of the questions you should never ask a veteran or a fireman which is valuable information to almost everyone. Some of the stories shared here are graphic so listener discretion is advised.
Huge thank you to Facedown Records and My Epic for the use of their song "Hail"
ZuniverseTV for more information on how to actually get hired as a fireman.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=zuniversetv
Buy us a coffee and support the podcast!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheFireYouCarry

032: Random Show Featuring Mike Knobbe, Music We Like, Gear We Enjoy & Our Experience With The CrossFit Open Last Month Apr 05, 2021

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Mike joins us this week to talk about music we like right now, gear that we enjoy or adds value to our life and we wrap up with our experience "competing" in the CrossFit Open last month.
Big thank you to My Epic and Facedown Records for the use of their song "Hail" on the podcast. Go listen to the non instrumental version here!
https://youtu.be/Dz2RZThURTU
"Tithemi" by Sleeping Giant
https://youtu.be/RdxdnVqn08ET
"How'd It Come To This" by Taken Days
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBiT7ENlEDM&ab_channel=WiretapRecords
"Wildfire" by Mandolin Orange
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEpefYukZ9E&ab_channel=MandolinOrange
"To Be Loved By You" by Parker McCollum
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FdpFu630hY&ab_channel=ParkerMcCollumVEVO
Nole's favorite training shoes.
https://www.inov-8.com/us/bare-xf-210-v2-mens-training-shoe
Everyone's favorite t-shirt.
https://www.amazon.com/Next-Level-Apparel-6410-Premium/dp/B00I2U1YYG/ref=bmx_3?pd_rd_w=g4a3S&pf_rd_p=b56a886c-2bb4-4e74-b4cf-23d7a76693c8&pf_rd_r=BF5V72FJEP9VQ9HXG1GX&pd_rd_r=576e517c-e32e-45c8-be43-3797753220a4&pd_rd_wg=7LvHA&pd_rd_i=B00I2U1YYG&psc=1
Nole's favorite training shorts.
https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/products/the-perennial-powers-5-5-compression-lined
The ChiliPAD.
https://www.chilisleep.com/products/chilipad-sleep-system?gclid=CjwKCAjwx6WDBhBQEiwA_dP8rYP7kE5v-mb39ynMsukRb-666nihQPL1X80K4_ClKcQVJM8ZMJ32wRoC2GgQAvD_BwE
My Pillow!
https://www.mypillow.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwx6WDBhBQEiwA_dP8reFJKZh1YwDtLiy4DHTYrCYFWHGE4zw6MLbLV_dRs4Wh6oYBWmh9axoC-8EQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
DemerBox.
https://demerbox.com/
The Calling Man Journal by our friend Sean Percy Travis.
https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Man-Gratitude-Masculine-Productivity/dp/B08TB5JQ5D/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2S0O6M50A55QA&dchild=1&keywords=the+calling+man+journal&qid=1617545520&sprefix=the+calling+man+jou%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-2

031: Rich Zuniga Part 2, Social Media Downsides & Upsides, What Rich Thinks About Wanda Vision, A Couple Lighthearted Ranger Battalion Stories & Lots Of Laughing. Mar 29, 2021

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This weeks episode with Rich is a fun and lighthearted episode that still contains some great things that we can all take into our own lives in order to be better men. Rich shares his takeaway from the show Wanda Vision and it's actually fascinating and very insightful. We talk about the good and the bad of social media and how to best use it while getting hired along with at any other time in your life. Toward the end we all share some lighthearted and fun stories including the time Nole got stuck in a tree during an airborne training jump in Georgia, getting a haircut and a sunburn in Afghanistan and lots more. Don't miss this one!
Zuniga's YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl2Itf9d0BxUKcXqsfbMQUA
Our episode on Zuniga's podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMpRCq1zjY8&t=103s
Dave Ramsey on saying no
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhG6abrb5bI
Tim Ferriss on saying no
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FI_jLfSGxvA
Big thank you to Facedown Records and My Epic for the use of their song "Hail"!

030: Mike Caldwell, Husband, Father of Eight, Award Winning Farrier, CHP Violent Crimes Task Force & Future Resident Of The Great State Of Texas. Mar 22, 2021

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In this episode we talk with Mike Caldwell. Mike is a husband, father of 8 and also a grandfather of 4 (soon to be 5). He currently works with the CHP on a Violent Crimes Task Force and in the past has held jobs as an award winning farrier (you don't know what that is? we didn't either, listen to the episode it's awesome!) ran a vineyard, his own small family farm and more. We talk in this episode about the lessons he's learned while making big changes in his career path over the years and what drove him to make those moves. We also talk to him about where his hard work ethic comes from and some of the ways he is passing that on to his children. Mike is currently working on moving his family out to a ranch in Texas where they plan on starting the process of living off the land. Lots of wisdom in this episode along with some fun stories.
Voddie Baucham Book

Thank you to Facedown Records and My Epic for the use of their song "Hail" in our podcast!
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029: Germain Aguilera, Fighting Brain Cancer. Mar 15, 2021

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Cancer is an unfortunate and very real reality in the world of firefighting. As firefighters we are at a much higher risk of cancer than the general population. In this episode we talk with our good friend Germain, or Germ as the guys here in our department like to call him. Germ was diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer a year ago and we walk through what the past year has been like for him, his wife and their two young daughters. We want to thank Germ for talking with us about his experiences so candidly. There's a lot that we can all learn from his outlook on life especially considering what he is going through right now. If you would like to help support the Aguilera family as he continues the fight follow the link below.
Go Fund Me for Germain.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/fire-specialist-germain-aguilera

028: Travis Knabe, Combat in Iraq, Life as a Brea Firefighter Paramedic, Thoughts on PTSD & Dealing With Miscarriages. Mar 08, 2021

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In this wide ranging episode we talk with Travis Knabe about his time serving in the Marines as a Forward Observer, seeing real combat in Iraq, including how he tricked his mom into signing the release so he could join the Marines before he turned 18. We also talk about how he and his wife went through miscarriage and how they worked through it, his thoughts on PTSD and how they have changed with time. And we talk about his own experience with PTSD and how he's dealt with it.
Support the podcast, buy us a coffee!
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheFireYouCarry
Thank you to Facedown Records and My Epic for the use of their son "Hail" in the podcast.

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