The Anchor Point Podcast
Discover the premier and original podcast dedicated to wildland firefighting, the vibrant culture surrounding wildland firefighters, firefighter mental health and physical performance, and the wilderness - The Anchor Point Podcast... Join our global community as we delve into the captivating stories of Wildland Firefighters, shed light on career opportunities, promote fire prevention awareness, educate the public, and openly discuss the mental health struggles and triumphs faced by firefighters on and off duty. Immerse yourself in our unscripted and unedited long-form interviews, where we leave no topic unexplored.
With The Anchor Point Podcast, you'll gain free and exclusive access to firsthand experiences shared by wildland firefighters, industry experts, mental health clinicians, physical performance professionals, doctors, scientists, and the families of fire line operators. Our episodes encapsulate the entire spectrum of emotions, from the extraordinary and awe-inspiring moments to the challenging and humorous anecdotes that arise within the industry.
One of our podcast's core focuses lies in unraveling the physical and mental demands encountered while working in the field. We delve into topics such as proper nutrition and hydration, stress management, relationships, and maintaining focus, offering valuable insights and shared experiences.
Prepare to embark on an immersive journey into the heart of the action, as each episode of The Anchor Point Podcast takes you on an in-depth exploration of the challenges and rewards experienced by fireline operators. Engage in enlightening interviews and discussions with subject matter experts that provide a comprehensive understanding of wildland firefighting.
Whether you are a passionate wildland firefighting enthusiast or an individual seeking to expand your knowledge, The Anchor Point Podcast is an indispensable and trusted resource. Our episodes cover a broad range of topics, including fire behavior, weather patterns, medical know-how, equipment, gear, and the evolving role of technology in firefighting.
The Anchor Point Podcast is your gateway to a unique and invaluable vantage point on the challenges and rewards of fireline work. Whether you're seeking to expand your understanding of wildland firefighting or simply captivated by the extraordinary tales from the frontlines, our podcast is an essential resource. Subscribe today and unlock a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 92 minutes
- Episodes
- 136
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2024
Reframing Our Relationship With Fire Through Mentorship And Stewardship With Dr. Sasha Berleman
People have lived collaboratively with fire, and fire has brought and supported life since time immemorial. This was something Dr. Sasha Berleman heard when she was a young adult enrolled in an educa…
On The Line And In The Ring: Fighting For Strong Relationships With Chase And Sammy Worthington
Explore the thrilling intersection of firefighting and professional boxing in this captivating episode. On today's show, Chase and Sammy Worthington stop by to talk about what it takes to make a stro…
The Humanity Behind Wildland Firefighting Through “Hotshot” With Gabriel Kirkpatrick Mann
When discussing or covering wildfire situations, most people and media outlets focus more on their destruction rather than the humanity behind it. In this episode, Brandon Dunham sits down with Gabri…
All Hands, All Lands: Stanislaus National Forest’s Decade-Long Journey To Confront The Wildfire Crisis With Benjamin Cossel
It’s high time we confront the wildfire crisis head-on while looking at forest health from a holistic point of view. In this episode, we talk with Stanislaus National Forest Public Information Office…
How Technology Can Save Lives In Fighting Wildfires With Andy Bozzo
Wildfires are getting bigger and bigger every single year. Those 100-year fires are now happening at intervals of five or ten years, and they are much deadlier to handle. Andy Bozzo wants to arm wild…
Green Buffalow: ChangingThe One-Size-Fits-All Game Of Wildland Firefighting PPE With Korena Hallam And Summer Hurd
Despite the changes we have made, would you believe that PPE hasn’t been changed in 30 years? It continues to be governed by antiquated rules that no longer best serve what we need today. In this epi…
Saving Lives: Gear, Skills And Training For Worst Case Scenario Readiness With J.T. Sohr
If you happen to be a bystander as an emergency situation takes place, would you rather be the person who just stands by helpless and clueless, or the person who happens to be trained and equipped en…
Understanding Wildfire Culture From A Human Perspective With Ben Iverson
Beyond the massive destruction caused by wildfires are the people who risk their lives just to put them out. In this episode, Ben Iverson of the Forest Service shares with Brandon Dunham a glimpse of…
Fueling The Fire: Nutrition And Policy Changes For Wildland Firefighters With James Shelley
Nutrition plays a vital role in the well-being and performance of wildland firefighters, shaping their physical and mental resilience in the face of demanding and dangerous conditions. In this episod…
Whole Body Wellness: The Simple Secrets To Health, Nutrition, And Human Optimization With Paul Tijerina
In this episode, we’re going to talk about whole body wellness, and we have just the right guest to speak to that. Paul Tijerina is a master health coach with expertise in functional nutritional ther…
Overcoming Adversity: The Journey To Mental Health And Healing With Jay Walker
Welcome to the The Anchor Point Podcast, episode 117 with Jay Walker, a wildland firefighter from Wells, NV. Jay has served on multiple wildland firefighting crews, including Ruby Mountain Hotshots, …
Nevada Fire Aviation with Jeremy Seng, Alec Goicoechea, Lucas Rhea, and Melissa Fry
Welcome to Episode 119 of The Anchor Point Podcast, where we take a deep dive into the world of wildland firefighting and the culture that surrounds it. In this episode, we'll be discussing the cruci…
"Nevada Hotshot and Handcrew Superintendents Tell It How It Is" with JP, Chase, Justin, and Kris
Welcome to The Anchor Point Podcast, episode 118! In this episode, we delve into the world of wildland firefighting with a focus on the Nevada Bureau of Land Management Handcrews and Interagency Hots…
"Heli-Ops? With A Fire Engine?" And More With Truett, Austin, Elliot, And Chris From The NV BLM Fire Engine Program
Welcome to the The Anchor Point Podcast, episode 117! In this episode, we dive into the world of wildland firefighting with a focus on the Nevada Bureau of Land Management Fire Engines program. Joini…
Q & A with Assistant Director of BLM Fire and Aviation - Grant Beebe on Pay, Classification, and Other Issues
The Anchor Point Podcast Episode 116 with, Grant Beebe, Assistant Director of BLM Fire and Aviation. On today's episode we will be discussing Wildland Firefighter Pay Parity, Classification, Mental H…
"Want To Be A Stud At Running?" with: Lucas Garrett, Founder of Landsharks Running Company
Welcome to The Anchor Point Podcast episode 115 with: Lucas Garrett, founder of Landsharks Running Company.
In this episode, Lucas shares some important running tips and tricks, such as proper recove…
The Hotshot Up Foundation with Anthony Powers
Welcome to another episode of The Anchor Point Podcast! In today's episode, we have special guest, Anthony Powers, a former hotshot hailing from Southern California. He has risen through the ranks to…
Pay and Classification Budget Proposal Updates with Grassroots Wildland Firefighters & NFFE
Wildland firefighting is a difficult but necessary job, and the Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Union (GWFF) and National Federation of Federal Employees Union (NFFE) have made it their mission to b…
Sex, Relationships, and First Responders with Destiny Morris, AMFT
Full disclaimer, this episode is pretty NSFW (Not Safe For Work)!
Lets be honest with ourselves for a hot second - The topic of sex is pretty taboo...
Many folks out there tend to shy around the subje…
"F*** Cancer" - with Kaleena and Matt Lynde
The Eldorado National Forest is in the house, again!
Today on the Anchor Point Podcast: We have the fire "power couple", Kaleena and Matt Lynde, to talk about some of the lesser known career paths in …