BTS - Episode 48 - "Thermostat"
From Beyond the Stretch by Uncle Mike and Cousin Vinnie
August 1, 2025 · 37 min · Season 4 · Episode 48
About this episode
The episode discusses the role of a company officer in the firehouse and challenges listeners to consider whether they are a thermostat or a thermometer.
In this episode, we toe the line of one of the edgiest firehouse roles—acting company officer. Uncle Mike throws down the challenge: Are you the thermostat or the thermometer? One sets the tone, the other just reacts. No fluff, no hand-holding. Just real talk, straight from the bunkroom. 🎙️ Hit play, and decide for yourself.
People in this episode
Hosts: Uncle Mike, Cousin Vinnie
Topics covered
- leadership
- firehouse roles
- company officer
- self-improvement
- team dynamics
Keywords
- thermostat
- thermometer
- leadership
- firehouse
- company officer
- self-improvement
- team dynamics
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