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
An Epic Ride - Part 1 w/ Kevin Conley and Rocky
Former Snake River Hotshot, Kevin Conley, stops by to talk about the first part of his epic bicycle journey across the United States to raise awareness for mental health and fundraise for the Wildlan…
Close Calls and Real Talk w/ Emily Parnaby
At some point in your wildland firefighting career, you may come face to face with your own mortality... And unfortunately, these brushes with life and death could have long term mental health conseq…
Two Yellow Lines w/ Zac Titus
If you haven't seen the new "fire" movie, "Two Yellow Lines" - You need to stop what you're doing, and watch it...
This isn't necessarily a "fire" movie in the context of actual "firefighting", but mo…
Mental Demob w/ Shannon Mead
Well folks, its about that time to start calling it dunzo for the season...
With that comes a whole new set of challenges - The boredom, the part where you have to explain to the "normies" what you do…
"This Career is Stressful" w/ Josh Simmons
It doesn't matter if you're a GS3 or a GS "Fantastic" - This job is stressful!
And if you're high up on the chain of command, it doesn't mean you're insulated from these stressors...
Today on the show…
Community, Duty, and Integrity w/Jeff Dupras
Being a Division Chief is a difficult job... Especially when your forest has been on the receiving end of catastrophic fires for the past five years... Thats why we have Plumas National Forest Divisi…
"Six Minutes for Excellence" w/ Thomas Wurm
Thomas Wurm stops by for his second appearance on the show to talk about mental health, mastering the mind body connection, optimizing peak human performance, and his upcoming new book, "Six Minutes …
Redmond Hotshots w/ Gabe Mason and Jordan Gulley
As a Redmond IHC alumni, I cannot begin to explain the incredible experience that I had with Redmond Hotshots. So, that's why I have Superintendent Gabe Mason and Asst. Superintendent Jordan Gulley f…
"Wildfire Fire Saved My Life" w/ Mark Booker
Ronald Mark Booker Jr. is an air attack and former Plumas Hotshot smokejumper from Venice Beach, CA...
His entry into fire is not your "traditional" wildland firefighter story... His entry into the wi…
Wildland, Municipal, and Mental Health w/ Steve Orr
Today on the show, we take a deep dive into the relationship between municipal and wildland fire, and how the two can learn an immense amount of skills from each other...
More importantly, we talk abo…
Heat Injuries and Rhabdo w/ Dr. Timothy Durkin
Heat injuries and Rhabdomyolysis are no joke...
Thats why we have Dr. Tim Durkin on the show to dispel a few myths and misconceptions, how to avoid them, how they are not necessarily mutually exclusi…
Incident Meteorologist Sean Luchs
Wildland fire behavior is obviously directly impacted by the weather - So, today on the show, we discuss the ins and outs of fire weather, and get to better understand the incredibly important role o…
JK Boots Round 3 w/ Tim Khadzhi
Today on the show, I sit down to talk with Tim Khadzhi at the new JK Boots location in Redding California...
The Khadzhi family is a prime example of chasing the "American dream". The family came to t…
What Does a Plans Section Chief Do? w/ Chris Burch
Today on the show: Chris Burch stops by and gives us the lowdown of the duties of the Planning Section Chief for an incident management team...
Here is a little about Chris:
"Chris Burch began his fire…
Veterans In Fire w/ Blake Toth
Smokey Generation award winner, Blake Toth, stops by the studio to talk about connecting veterans to wildland firefighting careers and the back story of starting his organization, "Veterans In Fire".…
Multi-Mission Aircraft and FireGuard w/ Peter Vidmar
Today on the show:
We learn about some of the emerging technologies and situational awareness gathering tools being used to gather intel, detect new fire starts, and potentially save lives and propert…
"Its All Part Of The Gig" - W/ Charles Vaught
Today take a much less serious approach to the show - We sit down for a hilarious live reading of some of the passages from Charles Vaught's book, State of Fire...
Here's what his book is all about:
St…
Have A Plan For The Off Season w/ Shannon Mead
EAP can be a joke... If you want real, quality, and culturally competent clinicians that specialize in the world of first responders; you're gonna have to search for it...
Good thing for you? You get…
"PTSD and Why I Had To Leave" w/ Mike West
Mike West has been in the wildland firefighting game for 17 years in various roles. He's done a little bit of everything from being a Hotshot, Type 2 IA crew member, engine crew member, to a dispatch…
Perspectives of a Former Hotshot Superintendent w/ Aaron Humphrey
Aaron Humphrey is not only a generational wildland firefighter, but also a wildland firefighter (forestry technician) with 25 years of experience in the game. He worked his way up from a seasonal for…