The Virginia Department of Fire Programs Podcast will cover topics that are relevant to the fire service today in Virginia and in some cases, across our nation. In weekly episodes, Training and Operations Branch Chief Jamey Brads and others from the VDFP Team will welcome guests to focus on information that could make a difference to your fire service journey.
VDFP Podcast
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76 episodes
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The Virginia Department of Fire Programs Podcast will cover topics that are relevant to the fire service today in Virginia and in some cases, across our nation. In weekly episodes, Training and Operations Branch Chief Jamey Brads and others from the VDFP Team will welcome guests to focus on information that could make a difference to your fire service journey.
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
Enhancing Training with New Paddle Craft Program
<p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Welcome to the VDFP Podcast, today's conversation focuses on Virginia's newly updated Water Rescue Paddle Craft curriculum—why it was developed, what it includes, and its impact on firefighter training statewide. Tune in to discover how these advancements are shaping the future of rescue operations across the Commonwealth.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style= "font-size: 12pt;">Subscribe: <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Apple Podcasts" href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vdfp-podcast/id1676631403" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><u>Apple Podcasts</u></a></strong> <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Spotify" href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/7MEeIVIrNFttz9VG2bz5U5" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>Spotify</u></a></strong> </span></p> <p>Follow VDFP on social media: <a title= "Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Facebook" href= "https://www.facebook.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Facebook</strong></u></a> <a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Instagram" href="https://www.instagram.com/vafireprograms/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Instagram</strong></u></a> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on X" href="https://x.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>X<wbr />/Twitter</u></a> </strong> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on LinkedIn" href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/virginia-department-of-fire-programs/posts/?feedView=all" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>LinkedIn</u></a></strong> </p> <p>Questions? Ideas for future episodes? Contact <strong><u><a href= "mailto:pio@vdfp.virginia.gov">pio@vdfp.virginia.gov</a></u> </strong></p> <p>Learn more: <strong><u><a href= "http://www.vdfp.virginia.gov/">www.vdfp.virginia.gov</a></u></strong> </p>
June 2, 2026
Insights from Task Force 2's Deputy Chief
<p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Welcome to the VDFP Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by Deputy Chief of Operations Michael Brashear of the Virginia Beach Fire Department who offers a comprehensive perspective on leadership, operational readiness, and the evolving challenges of the fire service. The discussion delves into his experiences with specialized rescue teams and FEMA deployments, and examines the importance of accountability, communication, and collaboration for maintaining the highest standards in the profession.</span></p> <p>Subscribe: <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Apple Podcasts" href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vdfp-podcast/id1676631403" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><u>Apple Podcasts</u></a></strong> <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Spotify" href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/7MEeIVIrNFttz9VG2bz5U5" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><u>Spotify</u></a></strong> </p> <p>Follow VDFP on social media: <a title= "Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Facebook" href= "https://www.facebook.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Facebook</strong></u></a> <a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Instagram" href="https://www.instagram.com/vafireprograms/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Instagram</strong></u></a> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on X" href="https://x.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>X<wbr />/Twitter</u></a> </strong> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on LinkedIn" href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/virginia-department-of-fire-programs/posts/?feedView=all" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>LinkedIn</u></a></strong> </p> <p>Questions? Ideas for future episodes? Contact <strong><u><a href= "mailto:pio@vdfp.virginia.gov">pio@vdfp.virginia.gov</a></u> </strong></p> <p>Learn more: <strong><u><a href= "https://www.vafire.com/">www.vafire.com</a></u></strong> </p>
May 19, 2026
Emergency Building Shoring Systems Course: Strengthening Operational Readiness
<p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Welcome In this episode, our guest is Lt. Brian Sanzo, a veteran in technical rescue, to explore the importance of Emergency Building Shoring Systems in the fire service. Broadcasting from the ever-popular Structural Collapse School, the discussion focuses on the evolution of realistic, hands-on training, the practical use of shoring in emergencies, and how new tools are improving firefighter readiness. </span></p> <p>Subscribe: <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Apple Podcasts" href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vdfp-podcast/id1676631403" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><u>Apple Podcasts</u></a></strong> <strong><a title= "Link to Show on Spotify" href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/7MEeIVIrNFttz9VG2bz5U5" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"><u>Spotify</u></a></strong> </p> <p>Follow VDFP on social media: <a title= "Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Facebook" href= "https://www.facebook.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Facebook</strong></u></a> <a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on Instagram" href="https://www.instagram.com/vafireprograms/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u><strong>Instagram</strong></u></a> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on X" href="https://x.com/VaFirePrograms" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>X<wbr />/Twitter</u></a> </strong> <strong><a title="Follow Virginia Department of Fire Programs on LinkedIn" href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/virginia-department-of-fire-programs/posts/?feedView=all" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><u>LinkedIn</u></a></strong> </p> <p>Questions? Ideas for future episodes? Contact <strong><u><a href= "mailto:pio@vdfp.virginia.gov">pio@vdfp.virginia.gov</a></u> </strong></p> <p>Learn more: <strong><u><a href= "https://www.vafire.com/">www.vafire.com</a></u></strong> </p>
76 total episodes available
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