WFD Ops Talk
Claim This Podcastby Eric Linnenburger
Podcast Overview
<p>The people, the work, and the ideas driving the fire service forward.<br><br>Ops Talk is hosted by Eric Linnenburger, Deputy Chief of Operations at Westminster Fire Department. We profile the people doing the work and discuss the ideas driving the fire service forward.<br><br>We sit down with firefighters, officers, specialty teams, and outside voices to cover position profiles that go beyond the job description, leadership at every level, lessons learned from real incidents, and the progressive thinking shaping the industry's future.<br><br>Whether you're a firefighter looking to grow professionally, aspiring for leadership, or simply interested in what makes a fire department operate, these honest conversations offer practical insights you can use.<br><br>Questions or topic suggestions? Email opstalk.wfd@gmail.com<br><br>*Ops Talk is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Always follow your department's procedures and guidelines.</p>
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11/6/2025
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Recent Episodes
July 7, 2026
Firefighter Sleep & Shift Schedules | Data, Wearables & Driving Real Change: Asst. Chief Mike Binney
Episode Description Discover how fire service innovations in sleep research and wearable technology are transforming health outcomes and operational effectiveness. Assistant Chief Mike Binney shares insights from his groundbreaking research that led to policy changes and changes to shift start times. Key Topics The journey from firefighter to researcher, blending data science with fire service realities The comprehensive sleep study at Yale and its implications for responder health ...
June 2, 2026
Fire Captain | Leadership, Influence, & Bridging the Organization: Samuel Pendleton & Jake Lieser
In this episode of Ops Talk, Eric Linnenburger sits down with Westminster Fire Department leaders, Captain Samuel Pendleton and Battalion Chief Jake Lieser, to profile the fire captain position. With over two decades of experience each and careers that have evolved side by side, Sam and Jake bring unique perspectives on what separates the captain from the lieutenant, the leadership challenges of the role, and how captains bridge the gap between line personnel and the chief's office. The conv...
April 7, 2026
Fire Department Water Rescue | Stillwater, Swiftwater, Ice Rescue & Beyond: Alec Shogan
Episode Description: In this episode, Eric Linnenburger dives into the world of water rescue with Alec Shogan, a fire medic and water rescue coordinator, highlighting the unique challenges and advancements within the fire service's water rescue programs. Discover how a small department like the Westminster Fire Department manages specialized operations like swift water, ice rescue, and even wildfire responses using boats and cutting-edge technology. #FireService #WaterRescue #SwiftWater #Ice...
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- What is WFD Ops Talk?
<p>The people, the work, and the ideas driving the fire service forward.<br><br>Ops Talk is hosted by Eric Linnenburger, Deputy Chief of Operations at Westminster Fire Department. We profile the people doing the work and discuss the ideas driving the fire service forward.<br><br>We sit down with firefighters, officers, specialty teams, and outside voices to cover position profiles that go beyond the job description, leadership at every level, lessons learned from real incidents, and the progressive thinking shaping the industry's future.<br><br>Whether you're a firefighter looking to grow professionally, aspiring for leadership, or simply interested in what makes a fire department operate, these honest conversations offer practical insights you can use.<br><br>Questions or topic suggestions? Email opstalk.wfd@gmail.com<br><br>*Ops Talk is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Always follow your department's procedures and guidelines.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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