web01.fireside.fm Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:34:35 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) SMFR Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Smfr” https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/tags/smfr Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:30:00 -0600 The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. en-us episodic Connor Christian The South Metro Fire Rescue Podcast platform offers a new way to increase communication within our organization on a variety of topics related to current events, questions and announcements for SMFR employees. no Connor Christian connor.christian@southmetro.org Chief Chat 2026-Q1: Operations, Strategy, Restructuring https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/23 4c2ba5ec-43e5-49e2-9f9d-cbb6c42afa7a Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:30:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 3 Connor Christian We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters. 17:09 no We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters. They break down the big topics: * What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work * What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel * How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations * Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system * Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure south metro fire rescue, south metro, fire service, south metro fire, smfr, smfr podcast, chief chat podcast We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters.

They break down the big topics:

  • What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work
  • What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel
  • How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations
  • Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system
  • Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure
]]> We’re kicking off the very first episode of our quarterly Chief Chat podcast in Season 3 of the SMFR Podcast. Hosted by Communications Bureau Manager Connor Christian, this quick, conversational episode features Fire Chief John Curtis and Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Mayhew sharing what they’re working on and why it matters.

They break down the big topics:

  • What strategic priorities are driving this year’s work
  • What the organizational restructuring actually means for SMFR Personnel
  • How new leadership roles are improving day‑to‑day operations
  • Updates on the IST, DOC, and collaborations strengthening our response system
  • Where things stand with alternate response models, single‑cert paramedics, and committee structure
]]> STEM Five Years Later https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/7 8fff3857-6277-4a44-9a99-5f5354b0d3bb Thu, 02 May 2024 11:45:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian We are looking back at a devastating incident that occurred in our fire district 5 years ago. On May 7th 2019, the STEM School Shooting forever impacted the community we serve and the South Metro individuals who were involved in the response. Today, we are reflecting on the events that occurred that day, but also discussing what has changed in our organization and training model since then to prepare for the future. 34:02 no We are looking back at a devastating incident that occurred in our fire district 5 years ago. On May 7th 2019, the STEM School Shooting forever impacted the community we serve and the South Metro individuals who were involved in the response. We are reflecting on the events that occurred that day, but also discussing what has changed in our organization and training model since then to prepare for the future. south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department, emergency services, around the kitchen table, kitchen table talk, firehouse talk, firehouse, stem, stem school We are looking back at a devastating incident that occurred in our fire district 5 years ago. On May 7th 2019, the STEM School Shooting forever impacted the community we serve and the South Metro individuals who were involved in the response. We are reflecting on the events that occurred that day, but also discussing what has changed in our organization and training model since then to prepare for the future.

]]> We are looking back at a devastating incident that occurred in our fire district 5 years ago. On May 7th 2019, the STEM School Shooting forever impacted the community we serve and the South Metro individuals who were involved in the response. We are reflecting on the events that occurred that day, but also discussing what has changed in our organization and training model since then to prepare for the future.

]]> SOG Revison Project & Rollout https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/2-4 8d8d8a27-8b37-4649-b743-bbc8ee505e46 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian After several unifications over the years and combining many different forms of fire department operations, episode four of South Metro's Around the Kitchen Table Podcast focuses on the project to revise, revamp and rollout updated versions of SMFR's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) with safety at the forefront. In this 30 minute episode, you will hear from Division Chief of Operations Jeff Tasker, Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke and Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis. 28:12 no After several unifications over the years and combining many different forms of fire department operations, episode four of South Metro's Around the Kitchen Table Podcast focuses on the project to revise, revamp and rollout updated versions of SMFR's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) with safety at the forefront. In this 30 minute episode, you will hear from Division Chief of Operations Jeff Tasker, Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke and Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis. Time Codes: :40 Chief Curtis Introduction - origin, focus and direction of the SOG Revision Project 4:00 Introductions from Chief Tasker and Chief Burke - setting the stage 6:20 Background on rotational position assignment for Chief Burke 7:00 Started with evaluating SOGs - applying to critical factors & tasks, along with decision making support 11:07 Importance of support and empowerment for critical thinking 12:28 Workflow and new format of revised SOGs. Written with a purpose - input received from subject matter experts and approved by Chiefs at all levels 15:00 Staging the rollout, color coding 17:20 Collaborative approach with the project 20:25 Kudos from Chief Tasker 20:50 Kudos from Chief Burke 21:10 Importance of passing along lessons learned and experience to younger generations in the fire service and supporting those promoting in rank 23:10 Other updates from Chief Curtis - budget process and philosophy, legislation, State of the District (PACE acronym), academy plans for 2024 27:28 Closing Remarks south metro fire rescue, south metro, around the kitchen table, around the kitchen table podcast, standard operating guidelines, fire service, south metro fire, fireground operations After several unifications over the years and combining many different forms of fire department operations, episode four of South Metro's Around the Kitchen Table Podcast focuses on the project to revise, revamp and rollout updated versions of SMFR's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) with safety at the forefront. In this 30 minute episode, you will hear from Division Chief of Operations Jeff Tasker, Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke and Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis.

Time Codes:

:40 Chief Curtis Introduction - origin, focus and direction of the SOG Revision Project
4:00 Introductions from Chief Tasker and Chief Burke - setting the stage
6:20 Background on rotational position assignment for Chief Burke
7:00 Started with evaluating SOGs - applying to critical factors & tasks, along with decision making support
11:07 Importance of support and empowerment for critical thinking
12:28 Workflow and new format of revised SOGs. Written with a purpose - input received from subject matter experts and approved by Chiefs at all levels
15:00 Staging the rollout, color coding
17:20 Collaborative approach with the project
20:25 Kudos from Chief Tasker
20:50 Kudos from Chief Burke
21:10 Importance of passing along lessons learned and experience to younger generations in the fire service and supporting those promoting in rank
23:10 Other updates from Chief Curtis - budget process and philosophy, legislation, State of the District (PACE acronym), academy plans for 2024
27:28 Closing Remarks

]]> After several unifications over the years and combining many different forms of fire department operations, episode four of South Metro's Around the Kitchen Table Podcast focuses on the project to revise, revamp and rollout updated versions of SMFR's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) with safety at the forefront. In this 30 minute episode, you will hear from Division Chief of Operations Jeff Tasker, Battalion Chief of Administration Mike Burke and Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis.

Time Codes:

:40 Chief Curtis Introduction - origin, focus and direction of the SOG Revision Project
4:00 Introductions from Chief Tasker and Chief Burke - setting the stage
6:20 Background on rotational position assignment for Chief Burke
7:00 Started with evaluating SOGs - applying to critical factors & tasks, along with decision making support
11:07 Importance of support and empowerment for critical thinking
12:28 Workflow and new format of revised SOGs. Written with a purpose - input received from subject matter experts and approved by Chiefs at all levels
15:00 Staging the rollout, color coding
17:20 Collaborative approach with the project
20:25 Kudos from Chief Tasker
20:50 Kudos from Chief Burke
21:10 Importance of passing along lessons learned and experience to younger generations in the fire service and supporting those promoting in rank
23:10 Other updates from Chief Curtis - budget process and philosophy, legislation, State of the District (PACE acronym), academy plans for 2024
27:28 Closing Remarks

]]> Let's Talk Bunker Gear & First Due Fires https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/2-3 c9200e2c-ff02-4052-bac6-9853fd241436 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian We're taking the national conversation about Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) local on episode three of South Metro’s Around the Kitchen Table Podcast. You'll also hear some tailboard talk about first due fires in Station 21s district. This episode features insight from A shift Lieutenant Nick Bjork and C shift Firefighter Paramedic Meghan Pudliner, both operating out of Station 21, along with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis. 1:13:44 no We're taking the national conversation about Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) local on episode three of South Metro’s Around the Kitchen Table Podcast. You'll also hear some tailboard talk about first due fires in Station 21s district. This episode features insight from A shift Lieutenant Nick Bjork and C shift Firefighter Paramedic Meghan Pudliner, both operating out of Station 21, along with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis. Time Codes: 1: Introduction/Chief Curtis covers PFAS Overview, SMFR Cancer Policy, single layer bunker gear thought process, IAFF Film BURNED 10: Lt. Bjork covers history of bunker gear at SMFR, what has changed/stayed the same, current status, line conversation about gear 22: FF Paramedic Pudliner covers background details on the SMFR Wear Study, traveling to bunker gear vendors around the country, takeaways from those visits 28:15: Single layer timeframe 32: Cultural shifts impacting how gear is utilized 38:12: Rumors to truths - PFAS is not just in the fire service 40:30: Breathability of gear 42: Fact sheets from GoreTex (Linked below) 43:50: Other background information from FF Paramedic Pudliner and importance of utilizing both sets of bunker gear 47:40: Changes seen with hoods and gloves 52:40: Cleaning expectations for bunker gear 53:50: Lt. Bjork goes through AAR of first due fires in 21s district 1:09:50: Closing Remarks CLICK HERE (https://www.goretexprofessional.com/about-us/research-and-insights/pfas-gore-firefighting-products) for educational resources from Gore's website, the manufacturer of SMFR's moisture barrier. south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department, emergency services, around the kitchen table, kitchen table talk, firehouse talk, firehouse, bunker gear, pfas, fire service pfas, single layer bunker gear We're taking the national conversation about Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) local on episode three of South Metro’s Around the Kitchen Table Podcast. You'll also hear some tailboard talk about first due fires in Station 21s district. This episode features insight from A shift Lieutenant Nick Bjork and C shift Firefighter Paramedic Meghan Pudliner, both operating out of Station 21, along with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis.

Time Codes:

1: Introduction/Chief Curtis covers PFAS Overview, SMFR Cancer Policy, single layer bunker gear thought process, IAFF Film BURNED
10: Lt. Bjork covers history of bunker gear at SMFR, what has changed/stayed the same, current status, line conversation about gear
22: FF Paramedic Pudliner covers background details on the SMFR Wear Study, traveling to bunker gear vendors around the country, takeaways from those visits
28:15: Single layer timeframe
32: Cultural shifts impacting how gear is utilized
38:12: Rumors to truths - PFAS is not just in the fire service
40:30: Breathability of gear
42: Fact sheets from GoreTex (Linked below)
43:50: Other background information from FF Paramedic Pudliner and importance of utilizing both sets of bunker gear
47:40: Changes seen with hoods and gloves
52:40: Cleaning expectations for bunker gear
53:50: Lt. Bjork goes through AAR of first due fires in 21s district
1:09:50: Closing Remarks

CLICK HERE for educational resources from Gore's website, the manufacturer of SMFR's moisture barrier.

]]> We're taking the national conversation about Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) local on episode three of South Metro’s Around the Kitchen Table Podcast. You'll also hear some tailboard talk about first due fires in Station 21s district. This episode features insight from A shift Lieutenant Nick Bjork and C shift Firefighter Paramedic Meghan Pudliner, both operating out of Station 21, along with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis.

Time Codes:

1: Introduction/Chief Curtis covers PFAS Overview, SMFR Cancer Policy, single layer bunker gear thought process, IAFF Film BURNED
10: Lt. Bjork covers history of bunker gear at SMFR, what has changed/stayed the same, current status, line conversation about gear
22: FF Paramedic Pudliner covers background details on the SMFR Wear Study, traveling to bunker gear vendors around the country, takeaways from those visits
28:15: Single layer timeframe
32: Cultural shifts impacting how gear is utilized
38:12: Rumors to truths - PFAS is not just in the fire service
40:30: Breathability of gear
42: Fact sheets from GoreTex (Linked below)
43:50: Other background information from FF Paramedic Pudliner and importance of utilizing both sets of bunker gear
47:40: Changes seen with hoods and gloves
52:40: Cleaning expectations for bunker gear
53:50: Lt. Bjork goes through AAR of first due fires in 21s district
1:09:50: Closing Remarks

CLICK HERE for educational resources from Gore's website, the manufacturer of SMFR's moisture barrier.

]]> The Three DCs - Consistency across A, B and C shifts https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/2-2 d5c75b80-05f0-46c5-95bd-71cb61b65c88 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian Listen in to episode two of South Metro’s newest podcast season Around the Kitchen Table as District Chiefs Jake Mayhew, Scott Sarver and Dave Mueller talk about where their focus is for 2023 and what goals are ahead. 37:30 no Listen in to episode two of South Metro’s newest podcast season Around the Kitchen Table as District Chiefs Jake Mayhew, Scott Sarver and Dave Mueller talk about where their focus is for 2023 and what goals are ahead. Roundtable topics include DC initiatives, communications, safety, efficiency, leadership, consistency and more across A, B and C shifts. Division Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis also talks through some rumors to truths along with various other important discussion points. south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department, emergency services, around the kitchen table, kitchen table talk, firehouse talk, firehouse Listen in to episode two of South Metro’s newest podcast season Around the Kitchen Table as District Chiefs Jake Mayhew, Scott Sarver and Dave Mueller talk about where their focus is for 2023 and what goals are ahead. Roundtable topics include DC initiatives, communications, safety, efficiency, leadership, consistency and more across A, B and C shifts. Division Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis also talks through some rumors to truths along with various other important discussion points.

]]> Listen in to episode two of South Metro’s newest podcast season Around the Kitchen Table as District Chiefs Jake Mayhew, Scott Sarver and Dave Mueller talk about where their focus is for 2023 and what goals are ahead. Roundtable topics include DC initiatives, communications, safety, efficiency, leadership, consistency and more across A, B and C shifts. Division Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis also talks through some rumors to truths along with various other important discussion points.

]]> Around the Kitchen Table Podcast Launch https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/2-1 2b992074-5aae-47c4-8d54-a9a217d8b9b1 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 2 Connor Christian It is a common saying in the fire service that the world’s problems can be solved around the kitchen table. Whether that be a tool for teaching, sharing lessons learned, diving down “what if” rabbit holes or just gathering to share a meal and getting to know those around you. With this new podcast season, we want to bring the kitchen table talk of South Metro to you as we navigate through key topics, rumors to truths along with projects and initiatives going on in our organization and specifically in Emergency Services. 33:02 no It is a common saying in the fire service that the world’s problems can be solved around the kitchen table. Whether that be a tool for teaching, sharing lessons learned, diving down “what if” rabbit holes or just gathering to share a meal and getting to know those around you. With this new podcast season, we want to bring the kitchen table talk of South Metro to you as we navigate through key topics, rumors to truths along with projects and initiatives going on in our organization and specifically in Emergency Services. In this episode we are talking with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis, Operations Chief Jeff Tasker, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Line Support Scott Richardson and Division Chief of Human Performance and Optimization Andy Powell. south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department, emergency services, around the kitchen table, kitchen table talk, firehouse talk, firehouse It is a common saying in the fire service that the world’s problems can be solved around the kitchen table. Whether that be a tool for teaching, sharing lessons learned, diving down “what if” rabbit holes or just gathering to share a meal and getting to know those around you. With this new podcast season, we want to bring the kitchen table talk of South Metro to you as we navigate through key topics, rumors to truths along with projects and initiatives going on in our organization and specifically in Emergency Services.

In this episode we are talking with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis, Operations Chief Jeff Tasker, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Line Support Scott Richardson and Division Chief of Human Performance and Optimization Andy Powell.

]]> It is a common saying in the fire service that the world’s problems can be solved around the kitchen table. Whether that be a tool for teaching, sharing lessons learned, diving down “what if” rabbit holes or just gathering to share a meal and getting to know those around you. With this new podcast season, we want to bring the kitchen table talk of South Metro to you as we navigate through key topics, rumors to truths along with projects and initiatives going on in our organization and specifically in Emergency Services.

In this episode we are talking with Deputy Chief of Emergency Services John Curtis, Operations Chief Jeff Tasker, Division Chief of EMS Jens Pietrzyk, Division Chief of Line Support Scott Richardson and Division Chief of Human Performance and Optimization Andy Powell.

]]> Episode 6: What's Next? - Finance, Facilities & Capital Improvement Projects https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/6 93f7c2c7-d99d-4967-9d27-d26939974fc6 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0700 Connor Christian full 1 Connor Christian Our organization has grown a lot over the years. In order to stay up to date with that change and growth, we are always looking towards ways we can improve and keep up with the demands of our fire department. SMFR Communications is excited to bring you our latest podcast episode focused on multiple important areas of our organization – Finance, Facilities and Capital Improvement Projects. 43:37 no Our organization has grown a lot over the years. In order to stay up to date with that change and growth, we are always looking towards ways we can improve and keep up with the demands of our fire department. SMFR Communications is excited to bring you our latest podcast episode focused on multiple important areas of our organization – Finance, Facilities and Capital Improvement Projects. Join Chief Financial Officer Dillon Miskimins, Chief Kevin Milan, and Facilities Director Randy Nejbauer on Episode 6 of the SMFR Podcast. Click the image below to listen in on the conversation! Episode 6 Topics & Time Codes: :25 - Opening and Introduction 1:38 - Dillon discusses 10 year capital improvement plan 4:22 - Chief Milan discusses focus for capital improvement projects 7:45 - Station 15 construction plans 10:11 - Needs for other stations 12:00 - Health and wellness initiatives in stations 14:21 - Randy discusses sleep study initiative, construction changes in/around stations & facilities updates 18:30 - Takeaways from sleep study (Station 23) 20:16 - Findings from Station 35, future plans 22:39 - JSF updates 24:34 - TJTC updates 25:36 - Training needs assessment 26:43 - Memorial for Chief Jackson at TJTC 27:49 - Plans for Mineral HQ 32:55 - Process for considering/prioritizing capital projects 34:54 - Financial demand for hiring - juggling retirements, new employees and academies planned ahead 36:49 - Budget cycle, timeline and process 38:28 - Security updates at facilities 41:30 - Fun fact and closing south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department Our organization has grown a lot over the years. In order to stay up to date with that change and growth, we are always looking towards ways we can improve and keep up with the demands of our fire department. SMFR Communications is excited to bring you our latest podcast episode focused on multiple important areas of our organization – Finance, Facilities and Capital Improvement Projects.

Join Chief Financial Officer Dillon Miskimins, Chief Kevin Milan, and Facilities Director Randy Nejbauer on Episode 6 of the SMFR Podcast.

Click the image below to listen in on the conversation!

Episode 6 Topics & Time Codes:

:25 - Opening and Introduction
1:38 - Dillon discusses 10 year capital improvement plan
4:22 - Chief Milan discusses focus for capital improvement projects
7:45 - Station 15 construction plans
10:11 - Needs for other stations
12:00 - Health and wellness initiatives in stations
14:21 - Randy discusses sleep study initiative, construction changes in/around stations & facilities updates
18:30 - Takeaways from sleep study (Station 23)
20:16 - Findings from Station 35, future plans
22:39 - JSF updates
24:34 - TJTC updates
25:36 - Training needs assessment
26:43 - Memorial for Chief Jackson at TJTC
27:49 - Plans for Mineral HQ
32:55 - Process for considering/prioritizing capital projects
34:54 - Financial demand for hiring - juggling retirements, new employees and academies planned ahead
36:49 - Budget cycle, timeline and process
38:28 - Security updates at facilities
41:30 - Fun fact and closing

]]> Our organization has grown a lot over the years. In order to stay up to date with that change and growth, we are always looking towards ways we can improve and keep up with the demands of our fire department. SMFR Communications is excited to bring you our latest podcast episode focused on multiple important areas of our organization – Finance, Facilities and Capital Improvement Projects.

Join Chief Financial Officer Dillon Miskimins, Chief Kevin Milan, and Facilities Director Randy Nejbauer on Episode 6 of the SMFR Podcast.

Click the image below to listen in on the conversation!

Episode 6 Topics & Time Codes:

:25 - Opening and Introduction
1:38 - Dillon discusses 10 year capital improvement plan
4:22 - Chief Milan discusses focus for capital improvement projects
7:45 - Station 15 construction plans
10:11 - Needs for other stations
12:00 - Health and wellness initiatives in stations
14:21 - Randy discusses sleep study initiative, construction changes in/around stations & facilities updates
18:30 - Takeaways from sleep study (Station 23)
20:16 - Findings from Station 35, future plans
22:39 - JSF updates
24:34 - TJTC updates
25:36 - Training needs assessment
26:43 - Memorial for Chief Jackson at TJTC
27:49 - Plans for Mineral HQ
32:55 - Process for considering/prioritizing capital projects
34:54 - Financial demand for hiring - juggling retirements, new employees and academies planned ahead
36:49 - Budget cycle, timeline and process
38:28 - Security updates at facilities
41:30 - Fun fact and closing

]]> Episode 5: Organizational Restructuring - 3 Deputy Chief Model https://smfr-podcast.fireside.fm/5 a1da3430-c17d-4e5b-838c-a67d63758316 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 13:45:00 -0600 Connor Christian full 1 Connor Christian In recent months, South Metro has experienced a lot of change with an organizational restructuring of our fire department and the introduction of a three deputy chief model. This has been on everyone’s minds and that's why Episode 5 of the SMFR Podcast is focused on the vision and direction of this new model. Tune in to hear Episode 5 featuring SMFR's Fire Chief, Chief Baker, along with our three deputy chiefs – John Curtis, Jon Adams and Kristin Eckmann. 1:08:49 no In recent months, South Metro has experienced a lot of change with an organizational restructuring of our fire department and the introduction of a three deputy chief model. This has been on everyone’s minds and that's why Episode 5 of the SMFR Podcast is focused on the vision and direction of this new model. Tune in to hear Episode 5 featuring SMFR's Fire Chief, Chief Baker, along with our three deputy chiefs – John Curtis, Jon Adams and Kristin Eckmann. south metro fire rescue, smfr, smfr podcast, fire department In recent months, South Metro has experienced a lot of change with an organizational restructuring of our fire department and the introduction of a three deputy chief model. This has been on everyone’s minds and that's why Episode 5 of the SMFR Podcast is focused on the vision and direction of this new model. Tune in to hear Episode 5 featuring SMFR's Fire Chief, Chief Baker, along with our three deputy chiefs – John Curtis, Jon Adams and Kristin Eckmann.

]]> In recent months, South Metro has experienced a lot of change with an organizational restructuring of our fire department and the introduction of a three deputy chief model. This has been on everyone’s minds and that's why Episode 5 of the SMFR Podcast is focused on the vision and direction of this new model. Tune in to hear Episode 5 featuring SMFR's Fire Chief, Chief Baker, along with our three deputy chiefs – John Curtis, Jon Adams and Kristin Eckmann.

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