The Firehouse Talk podcast is dedicated to preserving fire service history in general and firefighter stories in particular. Firehouse Talk is primarily focused on the human interest part of the fire service as opposed to strategy, tactics, apparatus and equipment. More information is on the website FirehouseTalk.com. The show is produced by Chuck Hampton, a former Battalion Chief who served over 37 years with the Dallas Fire Department.
Motor vehicle collisions kill about 40,000 of us every year in the United States. Today's story is about one woman's close call and the off duty Dallas firefighter who rescued her from the flames when a collision left her unconscious in a car that was on fire. Send feedback Visit www.firehousetalk.com for more information
17 Jul 2025
Battalion Chief Mark Berry
Send us a text The year is 1978. A young kid from the projects rides his bicycle for miles. Parched, he stops at a fire station in search of a drink of water and his life is forever changed. Mark Berry is now a battalion chief with the Dallas Fire Department and our story starts with a fatal house fire he responded to just hours before our interview. Other topics covered: Mark's backstory, including growing up in the projects, being mentored by firefighters, playing college footba...
6 May 2025
Part 2 of The Boys from Local 58
Captains Don Howard and Reuben Millsaps, along with Lieutenants Mike McLemore and Terry May, recount Dallas Fire Department history and impactful experiences, including open cab trucks and a station visit, in a discussion about Local 58; this is an interview.
26 Apr 2025
The Boys From DFD Local 58 - Part 1
Captains Reuben Millsaps and Don Howard, along with Lieutenant Mike McLemore, discuss Dallas Fire Department history, station life, and Local 58 in this interview.
17 Nov 2024
The Man Who Wouldn't Quit - Battalion Chief Mike Jones
Host interviews Battalion Chief Mike Jones, the Dallas Fire Department's longest-serving member, about his career and advocacy for his troops.
23 Jan 2022
Twin Coves Fire Follow Up
This episode examines the aftermath and long-term consequences of the fatal 1981 Twin Coves fire that killed two Dallas firefighters, revealing the fire's cause.
18 Aug 2021
The Twin Coves Fire (Part 1)
Firefighters recount the harrowing events of the Twin Coves fire in Dallas on August 21, 1981, detailing the early morning blaze and its tragic consequences.
21 May 2021
Firefighters Byron Temple and Creston Whitaker - Life in the Fire Service
Firefighters Byron Temple and Creston Whitaker recount their experiences with the Dallas Fire Department in an interview with Mike Otto and Rett Blankenship, offering insights into life in the fire service.
28 Apr 2021
Captain Pat Murphy - 40 years on the line
Captain Pat Murphy recounts his 40-year career with the Dallas Fire Department in an interview with hosts, Mike Otto and Mike Hoskins, sharing stories and memories from his time on the line.
10 Apr 2021
Chief Steve Abraira Interview
Chief Steve Abraira recounts his extensive fire service career, from Miami to Boston, detailing his rise through the ranks and experiences as a fire chief in multiple major cities in an interview with Firehouse Talk.
22 Feb 2021
The Knife and Gun Club of Dallas
This episode recounts the history of the Knife and Gun Club of Dallas, highlighting shooting incidents from the 19th century to more recent times.
20 Jan 2021
Sound of a Siren
Marsha Massie and Betty Jones recount the tragic 1963 line-of-duty death of Dallas firefighters Bud Massie and Joe Jones, offering a family member's perspective on loss.
13 Jan 2021
Here She Comes Boys!
The Burris brothers' story unfolds as they join the Dallas Fire Department, leading to a fateful encounter at the Texas Wheel and Body Company fire in 1923, as told by a surviving relative in this interview.
31 Dec 2020
Lt. Mike Otto Interview - Close Call
Lieutenant Mike Otto recounts his Dallas Fire Department career and details his harrowing near-death experience during a 2006 house fire in this interview.
30 Dec 2020
One Fireman's Story
A fireman recounts the story behind a mysterious artifact displayed at the Dallas Firefighter’s Museum, revealing a significant piece of firefighting history in this episode.
28 Dec 2020
Intro - Trailer
This trailer introduces Firehouse Talk, a podcast preserving stories of firefighters and the fire service.
Who has been a guest on Firehouse Talk: Tales from the Fire Service
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Don Howard
Reuben Millsaps
Mike McLemore
Terry May
Battalion Chief Mike Jones
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
44 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
12 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100
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Quality
33
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
51
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