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A typical first responder shift is 24 hours on, and 48 hours off. This opens the door for many first responders to run businesses in their off time. We're here to explore first responder-owned businesses, interview owners about how they did it, and share their success with the first responder community and beyond.
Want to share your first responder business story?
We’re looking for authentic voices from the first responder community who are crushing it both on and off the job.
Whether you scaled a company, launched a product, built passive income, or just figured out how to make the 24/48 schedule work in your favor, your story could inspire thousands of brothers and sisters doing the same grind.
We’d love to have you on the show. Click her to send us your story.
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Mission-Driven Tech: Andy Bozzo of Tablet Command
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Sep 30, 2024 |
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Grilling, Griddles, and Grit: Brian Kelly of East Coast Kelly’s
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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“Arts and Crafts” paid his mortgage: Russell Davis of West Broad Apparel
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Sep 16, 2024 |
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Unlocking Opportunities: Trevor Williams of the Williams Key
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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From Fire Service to Radio Service: Lee and Jessica Jones of 10-8 Technology
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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Cooking Up a Movement: The Passion-Driven Path to Food on the Stove with Jonathan Tate
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Aug 26, 2024 |
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Transforming the Used Fire Truck Market: James Wessel of Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus
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Aug 19, 2024 |
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From Backyard Tractor to Grading Empire: Aaron “ToTo” Martin of Martin Grading & Excavation
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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Serving those who Served: Colin Whittington of Recruiting Heroes
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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Experience-Based Training | Ricky Riley | Traditions Training
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Jul 29, 2024 |
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Entrepreneurship is Community | Joe Caughey | Triink
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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Taking Care of Your Team Before Your Customers | Wayne Stevens | Safetek Profire
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Jun 19, 2023 |
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From Dairy Equipment to a Fire Tool Empire | Luke Geleynse | Motis Fire Rescue
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Jun 12, 2023 |
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How Unapologetic Passion is Helping to Reinvent the Industry | Mark Sallada | Vengeant Apparatus/911 Rapid Response
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Jun 05, 2023 |
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Lessons from the Fire Service in Building a Business | Travis Matthews | Light the Way NC
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May 29, 2023 |
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The Heat of Firefighting Meets Smoky Barbecue | Ben Hooper | Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue
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May 22, 2023 |
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Stories of work/life balance & handcrafted leather goods | Spencer & Courtney | Axe & Awl Leatherworks
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May 15, 2023 |
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Art & Firefighting: The Intersection of Passion and Profession | Lenwood Brown III | Notorious Fire Company
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May 08, 2023 |
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We're going to FDIC, see you on May 8th!
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Apr 24, 2023 |
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Building sustainable growth and an infamous brand | Luke Schneider | Fire Department Coffee
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Apr 18, 2023 |
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An entrepreneur made in the firehouse kitchen | Adam McCoy | Unkie’s Seasoning
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Apr 10, 2023 |
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From up cycled hose to a thriving community & business | Staci & Jay | Get Hosed Apparel
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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How passion for individuality paved the way for Danny O’Connell | Box Alarm Grilles
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Mar 27, 2023 |
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How David Dufek solved a prominent issue in the EMS world | XDcuff
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Mar 27, 2023 |
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Why being a mediocre firefighter fueled Taylor McLaughlin to putting 150% into his business | Taylor’s Tins
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Mar 13, 2023 |
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A mission to support the whole firefighter with Kory Pearn | Crackyl Magazine
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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Beyond the call: Creating community with Steve Hunt & Matt Hoffman | Primary Complete
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Feb 27, 2023 |
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How conversations around the firehouse kitchen table shaped his business | Justin Cagle w/ Fully Involved Leatherworks
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Feb 20, 2023 |
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From a mobile install shop to TikTok fame and a national cabinetry brand | Larry Kohan and Ryan Dodd of 10-75 Emergency Vehicles
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Feb 13, 2023 |
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How pivoting at age 40 turned Jeremy Donch into the biggest personality in fire | National Fire Radio
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Feb 06, 2023 |
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How a mentor's death motivated Sam to dedicate his life to helping first responders save lives: Sam's Story | Part 2
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Jan 30, 2023 |
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From DJ Liftoff to HiViz Lighting Founder & CEO: Sam's Story | Part 1
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Jan 23, 2023 |
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The 24/48 Trailer
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Jan 19, 2023 |