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The Team Ten Eight PodcastAuthor: Christian Lane
Founded in 2021 and inspired by the radio code for in service, the Team Ten Eight Podcast is a tribute to the extraordinary individuals who dedicate their lives to serving others.This platform is about more than uniforms or titlesits about the people behind them. Through candid conversations, our guests share their unique stories and personal perspectives on life in law enforcement, emergency services, and the military.The Team Ten Eight Podcast takes you behind the scenes and beyond the badge, offering a deeper understanding of the challenges, triumphs, and complexities of these professions. Together, we explore the issues that matter most and celebrate the service and sacrifices made by these remarkable individuals.Join us as we honour their journeyssimply by listening. Language: en-ca Genres: News, News Commentary, Philosophy, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Leadership Without Ego: A conversation with Capt. Willow Bloomquist
Episode 67
Sunday, 30 November, 2025
In this episode, host Christian Lane speaks with Captain Willow Bloomquist of the Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department. Willow shares her journey from various jobs to becoming a firefighter, her experiences in wildfire prevention, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation delves into the challenges and responsibilities of volunteer firefighting, including training, liability, and the dynamics of leading a volunteer team. Willow emphasizes the significance of building strong relationships within the community and the fire department, especially during critical incidents like the Wesley Ridge fire.Chapters00:00Introduction to Willow Bloomquist and Dashwood Fire Department08:28Willow's Journey to Firefighting13:28Understanding Danger in Firefighting15:15Reading Smoke: A Critical Skill19:50Incident Command Decision Making23:24Liability in Volunteer Fire Departments29:33Attracting and Retaining Volunteer Firefighters43:53Wesley Ridge Fire Experience54:31Community Engagement and Support To learn more or connect with the Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department visit https://dashwoodvfd.com/ or contact Capt. Bloomquist directly at w.bloomquist@dashwoodvfd.com. Thank you for listening! For more Team Ten Eight content, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!
