Brian Brush (Nurturing Fire Service Passion, Mentorship and Near Death Experiences) - Episode 1229

About this episode

Brian Brush shares his extensive experience in the fire service, discussing mentorship, fitness, and a near-death experience.

Brian Brush is a 30 year veteran of the fire service, instructor and the training chief for the Midwest City (OK) Fire Department. We discuss his journey into the volunteer fire service, wildland firefighting, firefighter fitness, putting family first, his near career ending medical event, mentorship and so much more. Brian's background spans several states from rural volunteer to metro-sized departments. He has a master’s degree in fire and emergency management, is an EFO, and has Chief Training Officer designation.

People in this episode

Host: James Geering

Guest: Brian Brush

Topics covered

• fire service
• mentorship
• fitness
• near death experiences
• wildland firefighting
• family

Keywords

• fire service
• mentorship
• fitness
• wildland firefighting
• near death experience
• family

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Midwest City Fire Department

Books & works: fire and emergency management

Places: Oklahoma

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