About this episode

The episode features a conversation with fire service leaders Mike Ciampo and Larry DiCamillo about leadership, mentorship, and the human aspects of firefighting.

In this episode of the National Fire Radio Podcast, Jeremy sits down with two respected fire service leaders, Mike Ciampo and Larry DiCamillo, for an authentic conversation about the relationships, traditions, and leadership principles that shape a firefighter's career. Rather than focusing solely on tactics, the discussion explores the human side of the fire service; how friendships are built through shared experiences, why humility creates better instructors, and how the greatest leaders never stop learning. Mike reflects on his remarkable career in the FDNY, growing up in a multi-generation firefighting family, being mentored by some of the department's legendary figures, and eventually becoming one of the most influential voices in the fire service through Fire Engineering. Larry shares his journey from a first-generation firefighter in Houston, discussing the mentors who shaped him and the importance of calm, confident leadership both on the fireground and in the firehouse. Throughout the conversation, the three discuss the value of preserving fire service history, learning from mistakes, mentoring the next generation, and understanding that great leadership is built on…

People in this episode

Host: Jeremy

Guests: Mike Ciampo, Larry DiCamillo

Topics covered

• fire service leadership
• mentorship
• firefighter traditions
• human side of firefighting
• preserving fire service history

Keywords

• fire service
• leadership
• mentorship
• firefighter traditions
• FDNY
• Houston
• experience
• humility
• firehouse

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FDNY, Fire Engineering

Places: Houston

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