Assistant Chiefs of Operations Tim Perkins and Baryic Hunter sit down with Assistant Chief of EMS/Ops Training and Promotions Rob Capobianco to talk about how things went operationally in 2024 and give some end-of-the-year updates and touch on things to come for 2025. Chief Capobianco also covers where we are on the ambulance front. SHOWNOTES (01:0…

Assistant Chief of Field Operations South Tim Perkins leads a discussion regarding Command and Control with subject matter experts: Battalion Chiefs Neal McCann, Mike Summers, and Levi Medina, and Fire Captains Ryan Caines, Cliff Blasi, Shane Frederick, William Junge, and Andy Bailey. SHOWNOTES (00:00:00) Background / Initial Actions (00:35:52) Str…

Assistant Chiefs of Operations Tim Perkins and Shane Sherwood discuss their operations priorities for 2024. Later on, they welcome Battalion Chiefs Neal McCann and Mike Summers on to talk about the new Command and Control Handbook. SHOWNOTES 01:09 - Out-of-County Assignments 03:49 - Standards of Cover 05:47 - Mobilization Plan 09:57 - Communication…

Assistant Chief of Operations Shane Sherwood sits down with three members of the Ceremonies, Awards, and Protocol (CAP) Committee - Battalion Chief Mike Sheehan, Training Program Analyst Jocelyn Casillas, and Fire Captain/AFTO Derek Acosta - to discuss the upcoming Best and Bravest Awards Ceremony and encourage everyone to submit nominations to htt…

Assistant Chief of Field Operations North Shane Sherwood is joined by OCFA’s Behavioral Health & Wellness Coordinator Ryan Kinney to review everything OCFA has to offer with regards to behavioral health. September is Suicide Prevention Month and we encourage anyone who is struggling and/or having thoughts of suicide to please call 988 today. SHOWNO…

Assistant Chief of EMS and Operations Training & Promotions Rob Capobianco sits down with his three training Battalion Chiefs - Jason Fairchild from Promotions, Jason Sultzer from Operations Training & Safety, and Eric Bennett from the Academy - to review what’s new in their shops and what we can expect in the near future. SHOWNOTES 00:47 - Academy…

Assistant Chief of Field Operations, North, Shane Sherwood sits down with Investigations Battalion Chief Truhill, Fire Investigators Miller and Strohm, Fire Captain and OCIAC liaison Dierdorff, and IPD Detective Russell to discuss the many roles our Investigations Section plays within our agency and our county. For content suggestions, please conta…

Assistant Chiefs of Field Operations Shane Sherwood and Tim Perkins sit down with Wildland Operations Team, including Battalion Chief Nathan Arellano, Hand Crew Superintendents Scott Gorman and Branden Davis, Assistant Superintendent Joe Darling, Hand Crew Squad Bosses Brian Henderson, Matt Nichols, and Matt Hidalgo , and Heavy Equipment Operator A…

In this episode, Deputy Chief TJ McGovern is once again joined by Assistant Chiefs of Field Operations Shane Sherwood and Tim Perkins to talk about Operational Readiness Review, the Wildland Refresher, and a recap of the annual Best and Bravest Awards Ceremony. SHOWNOTES RT-130 Training (00:51) Work Downs for FF/PMs (01:52) SA/SAR Appraisal Process…

Deputy Chief TJ McGovern sits down with our new Assistant Chiefs of Field Operations, Shane Sherwood and Tim Perkins. For content suggestions, please contact OCFA Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhansen@ocfa.orgOCFA による

In this episode Samuel Dutschmann, College Conference Midwest Student Leader, is joined by author, podcaster, and trauma coach, Nicole Roccas. They discuss despondency in the life of college students. Nicole shares insights from her work and how students might work through these restless moments of our lives.…

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey sits down with our new Hand Crew Superintendents Branden Davis and Scott Gorman to talk about the future of our Hand Crew Program. After their discussion, Chief Dossey answers some questions from the field. SHOWNOTES Superintendent Intros (01:35) OCFA Hand Crew Early Observations (05:13) The Future of OCFA’s Hand Crew Prog…

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey sits down with our Airport Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) Battalion Chief Jason Sultzer. After their discussion, Chief Dossey answers some questions from the field. SHOWNOTES BC Jason Sultzer’s Interview/ARFF Info (00:51) Future of FF/PMs (14:58) UTV Update (17:50) Update on Crews & Equipment Budget (19:05) Female Uniforms (…

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey sits down with Hazardous Materials Program Manager Nick Freeman to talk all things HazMat. After their discussion, Chief Dossey answers some questions from the field. SHOWNOTES BC Freeman Interview/Hazmat info (01:22) Hazmat 17 Rumors (11:38) Helicopter Replacement Plan (13:53) Electronic Inspections (15:54) Electric Blowe…

Steven Christoforou speaks at College Conference East, which took place from December 28-31, 2016, at Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Deputy Chief Dossey talks about the latest efforts regarding Staffing.Jason Caya による

In her final episode as OCF’s Podcast Student Leader, Danielle was joined with Dn. Michael Hyatt. In their conversation about starting a new chapter, they discuss themes of work-life balance, boundaries, priorities, and authenticity. Congratulations to the Class of 2022!Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In this episode, Danielle and Jeanine dive into understanding Christ-centered relationships. They discuss where to find these relationships, their benefits, and why it’s helpful to maintain them with other young adultsOrthodox Christian Fellowship による

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey sits down with our new Assistant Chief of Operations TJ McGovern. Chief McGovern discusses his plans and goals for his new position. After that, Chief Dossey answers some questions from the field. SHOWNOTES Chief McGovern’s Interview (01:11) March Madness (10:46) 3rd Captains Academy This Year? (12:33) Electric Vehicle Cha…

On this week's episode, Danielle learns more about the Real Break experiences of two members of the OCF Student Leadership Board, Evan Roussey and Elias Anderson. They recount where they went, the communities they both developed and were introduced to, as well as lessons that they took away from their trips…

In this episode, Danielle continues her conversation from last week with six of her fellow CrossRoaders. From this 10 day institute, they discuss how CrossRoad opened up a new means of wrestling with deep questions and how this new skill has affected them in their lives post-CrossRoad.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In Part 2 of our Exit Interview with retiring Operations Chief Phil Johnson, he reflects on the many stages of his career and offers specific advice for firefighters who are at different points in their own careers. SHOWNOTES Chief Johnson Interview (00:25) For content suggestions, please contact OCFA Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhans…

As Operations Chief Phil Johnson gets ready to retire, we had Engineer and Voice-of-the-Podcast Sean Colgan sit down with him and reminisce about his 35-year career. SHOWNOTES Chief Johnson Interview (01:28) For content suggestions, please contact OCFA Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhansen@ocfa.org…

In Part 1 of this two part series, Danielle and her fellow CrossRoaders reflect on who they were as Orthodox Christian high school students four years ago, their mindset going into CrossRoad, and what they gained from their CrossRoad experience. CrossRoad is a ten-day academic summer institute that prepares high school juniors and seniors to make b…

Fire Chief Brian Fennessy sits down with PIO Captain Sean Doran to discuss the Citygate report, ambulance response times, and the latest with all of our current and upcoming academies. For content suggestions, please contact Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhansen@ocfa.orgOrange County Fire Authority による

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the liberation found in humbly forgiving ourselves and others before Christ.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In the final episode of the six-week series, Danielle and Fr. Timothy examine the Triumph of Orthodoxy through iconography, and conclude the series with some Lenten advice for young adults.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Today, we talk about summer plans for the podcast. We also begin a 3-part series entitled "Heaven Ain't Up, Hell Ain't Down." Plus, we go over how YOU can help OCF in a HUGE way.Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Today, we have an interview with Dr. Al Rossi on how to find peace in college life, especially during finals time.Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Today, we wrap up our 3-part series entitled The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World. We also take time to chat with Stephanie Mardigian, chapter president at VCU in Richmond, VA.Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Today, we continue our 3-part series entitled "The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World." (25:43)Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission."Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Today, we start a 3-part series entitled The Ancient Christian Faith in the Modern World.Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In today's episode, we listen to part two of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot, used by permission.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In today's kick-off episode, we listen to part one of a talk by Fr. Kevin Scherer. We also peek into OCF's future and go over our dreams for the podcast and how you can dream with us.Theme music: "Burn Out Bright" by Switchfoot from their 2006 album "Oh! Gravity." Used by permission of the band.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

What does it mean to love God and why is it so hard to love my neighbor? Listen to the audio and download the notes.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

The interviewer is Jonathan Bush, OCF Regional Representative for the South along with his friend Bekah. The subject of the interview is "What is a vocation?"Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Keynote address 3 by Dn. Belcher.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

A lively discussion worth downloading. For details on the panel, download this PDF which has all of the information.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

The second keynote address by Dn. Belcher.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Listen in on the OCF advisory board discussion from Antiochian Village.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

The first keynote address from Dn. Nicholas Belcher.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy explore how Judgement can bring us closer to Christ as we embark on journey towards LentOrthodox Christian Fellowship による

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey sits down with Fire Captain/Paramedic and OCERS Retirement Board Member Jeremy Vallone to answer questions regarding OCFA’s retirement program. After that, Chief Dossey answers some questions he’s received this past month, including staff BC positions, station libraries, and ambulance response times. SHOW NOTES OCERS Overv…

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy continue on the Pre-Lenten journey by drawing connections between our repentance and God’s compassion and love for mankind.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In this episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy get deep into understanding humility and its importance for our Lenten journey.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In today’s episode, Danielle and Fr. Timothy discuss the stories of the Canaanite Women and Zacchaeus. They talk about great faith and begin to elaborate on a main theme of lent: humility.Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

In this episode, Danielle talks about her intentions to carry out her "word of the year".Orthodox Christian Fellowship による

Deputy Fire Chief Kenny Dossey is joined by retired OCFA Fire Captain and current Local 3631 Wellness Agent Jeff Hughes to talk about cancer awareness and prevention in our department. For content suggestions, please contact Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhansen@ocfa.orgOrange County Fire Authority による

In this podcast, PIO Greg Barta sits down with Fire Chief Brian Fennessy for this month’s Ask the Chief (this is the same edition as the Ask the Chief video that went out in the December 22, 2021 memo). For content suggestions, please contact Multimedia Supervisor Kevin Hansen at kevinhansen@ocfa.org…

Deputy Chief Kenny Dossey is joined by Air Operations Battalion Chief Cheyne Maule to talk all things helicopters. After that, Chief Dossey answers some questions he’s received this past month, including charging personal electric vehicles at the station and retiree workers comp issues. SHOW NOTES Chief Maule’s Intro (01:50) Air Operations Overview…