Dawg Talk
Brandon and Trevor are first-year firefighters whose goal is to share insight on how to prepare and succeed as new firefighters in your department, while also gaining insight and knowledge from the firefighters they interview. Join us on 'Dawg Talk,' the podcast that takes you into the heart of firefighting. Explore the untold stories of heroism, challenges, and triumphs as we sit down with firefighters from around the globe. From daring rescues to the camaraderie that fuels their courage, each episode unveils the raw and inspiring experiences that define these everyday heroes. Tune in for a front-row seat to the world of firefighting.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Hurricane Beryl
Welcome to Episode 26 of Dawg Talk! In this episode, hosts Gru and Pumpkin delve into the harrowing events surrounding the recent hurricane that devastated their city. As seasoned firefighters, they …
Sorry For The Wait
Welcome to Episode 25 of Dawg Talk! After a long-awaited return, Gru and Pumpkin are back! In this special comeback episode, our dynamic duo dives into what they've been up to during their hiatus. Li…
Ladder 1
Welcome to Episode 24 Dawg Talk. In this Episode hosts Gru and Pumpkin answer listener questions, offering insights into firefighting life. They share personal stories, and practical advice, and disc…
Bamboozled
Welcome to Episode 23 of Dawg Talk! In this episode, hosts Gru and Pumpcan dive into their recent whirlwind experiences with increasingly busy shifts. They share firsthand stories from the frontlines…
Tornadic Events
Welcome to Episode 22 of the Dawg Talk Podcast. In this episode, Gru and Pumpcan recount their harrowing experiences from recent shifts when a tornado swept through their town. They share vivid, firs…
Number 2
Welcome to Episode 21 of Dawg Talk. In this episode, hosts Gru and Pumpcan share riveting stories from their recent shifts, offering a raw glimpse into the realities of firefighting. They discuss the…
Instagram Live Episode
In this special episode of Dawg Talk hosts Frankie and Pumpcan switch up their format as they take to Instagram Live for a dynamic Q&A session with their audience. For this episode they invite viewer…
Mama Say's I'm Special
Welcome to Episode 19 of Dawg Talk! In this episode, Frankie and Pumpcan share gripping firefighting tales alongside some lighthearted humor. From intense blazes to hilarious moments in the firehouse…
Where Am I ?
Welcome to Episode 18 of Dawg Talk! Frankie and Pumpcan are joined by Garrett Tristan from Station 51 of the Houston Fire Department. With years of experience, our guest shares gripping tales of batt…
Nightmare Call
In this episode, hosts Gru and Pumpcan discuss the emotional toll of firefighting, focusing on a recent traumatic call experienced by Gru. They delve into the chaos and intensity of the job, sharing …
Worst Dinner Ever
Welcome to Episode 16! In this episode, hosts Frankie and Pumpcan delve into their recent experiences on shift. From tackling blazes to responding to medical emergencies, they share the highs and low…
Should've Taken The Stairs
Welcome to Episode 15 of Dawg Talk! Frankie and Pumpcan take listeners on a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of their firefighting careers so far. With heartfelt introspection, Frankie s…
Born Into It
Welcome to Episode 14 of Dawg Talk. In this episode, Franke and Pumpcan welcome Firefighter Mitch, a seasoned firefighter from Ontario, Canada to the podcast. In this episode, listeners gain insight …
Sh** My Brains Out
Welcome to Episode 13 of Dawg Talk! In this episode, Groot and Pumpcan take listeners on a captivating journey through their time at the fire academy, sharing anecdotes of rigorous training, camarade…
Claim Your Spot
Welcome to Episode 12 of Dawg Talk. In this episode hosts Frankie & Pumpcan offer a comprehensive guide for rookies navigating the intricacies of fire station life. Drawing from their own experiences…
I Don't Feel So Good
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Dawg Talk Podcast. In this episode, hosts Brandon and Trevor, delve into the intense and often unpredictable world of firefighting as they recount their recent experience…
Make or Break
As we reach this milestone of our 10th episode, we find ourselves overwhelmed with gratitude and emotion. We cannot let this moment pass without expressing our deepest thank…
Don't Touch That
Welcome to Episode 9 of Dawg Talk! In this episode, hosts Brandon and Trevor traverse the spectrum of firefighting experiences, starting with a riveting analysis of recent headline-making calls, show…
It Comes Full Circle
Welcome to Episode 8 of Dawg Talk!
In this episode, host Brandon N. Grullon and co-host Trevor Powers interview Marco Calderon, a former Navy veteran turned firefighter from California. Marco shares …
Stay Positive
Welcome to Episode 7 of Dawg Talk!
This episode offers an intimate glimpse into the adrenaline-fueled world of firefighting and emergency response. Join us as we delve into our recent experiences bat…