The Fire You Carry
Hosted by Nole and Kevin, two active-duty Los Angeles County Firemen with over a decade of service each, this podcast explores the fire we all carry within. Join them as they interview respected men and share lessons on how to be better husbands, fathers, and leaders. Drawing from the front lines, they tackle issues like trauma, fitness, and family life, providing universal principles for any man looking to stoke his inner fire and live with purpose.
The Fire You Carry
Latest Episodes
273: You Have More Faith Than You Think
With Kevin out this week, Nole takes the mic for a raw, honest solo session recorded straight from his backyard storage shed studio. After a brief two-week hiatus to run the latest Fire Up Program, Nole is back to unpack a concept that keeps re...
272: From the Thin Blue Line to a Prison Cell with Kwesi Millington
What happens when you do exactly what you were trained to do, but the outcome turns tragic, and you are the one who pays the price?In this powerful episode of The Fire You Carry, Nole and Kevin sit down with Kwesi Millington, a ...
271: Heavy Small Talk
In this deeply personal solo episode, Nole explores the complex social dilemma that arises from a simple, ubiquitous question: "Do you have kids?" Drawing inspiration from the book Hope is the First Dose by Dr. W. Lee Warren, No...
270: The Trauma Backpack: Why "I’m Good" is a Lie with Capt. David Hoy
Guest: Captain David Hoy (Edmonton Fire Rescue Services)How we handle the first 24 to 72 hours after a critical incident determines whether a call becomes a "memory" or a "trauma." In this episode, Nole and Kevin sit down with Dav...
269: The Unwritten Rules of the Firehouse (feat. Taylor Morgan of Murrieta Fire)
Becoming a "program guy" or a trusted member of a crew isn't just about your skill with a nozzle; it’s about how you handle the "game" of probation. This week, Nole and Kevin sit down with Taylor Morgan (Program Director for The Fire Up Prog...
