Ted & Tactics Podcast Episode 001 Is Live
The first episode of Ted & Tactics is officially live from the Brotherhood Buffs— and we’re kicking things off the same way the fire service always has: real conversations about real incidents, with no fluff and no filters.
Ted & Tactics was built to be the place where firefighters, EMTs, and first responders can talk through the stories that matter — the ones we’d normally break down in the back of the firehouse. Every episode focuses on current events, operational realities, and the decisions that shape outcomes on the street.
What This Episode Covers
In Episode 001, we lay the foundation for the show and dive straight into major topics affecting the fire service right now, including:
A once-in-a-career gas explosion and nursing home fire near Philadelphia
Tactical decision-making during collapse and gas-fed fires
The growing trend of volunteer fire companies being shut down and what that means for response times and public safety
A candid discussion on standards, capability, and culture in the fire service — including reactions to recent headlines
This episode isn’t about Monday-morning quarterbacking. It’s about understanding what happened, why decisions were made, and what lessons can be taken back to your own department.
Built for the Fire Service
Ted & Tactics isn’t a highlight reel or a political soapbox. It’s a working-class podcast for people who do the job — career or volunteer.
We’re here to:
Break down incidents honestly
Talk tactics, leadership, and culture
Highlight the realities departments face across the country
Keep the conversation focused on performance, safety, and accountability
Future episodes will include guest firefighters, instructors, and industry voices, along with rapid “Ted 75” incident updates when major events break.
How You Can Support the Show
If you like what you hear:
Share the episode with your crew
Send us incidents or topics you want covered
Ted & Tactics is built by firefighters, for firefighters — and this first episode is just the start.
Episode 001 is available now on all major podcast platforms.
Stay safe, and we’ll see you on the next one.
