The Chief Exchange
Ready Rebound presents 'The Chief Exchange' hosted by First Responder Advocate, Alec Wons, where we talk about the captivating stories from Fire and Police Chiefs across the United States, how to become a fearless leader, the skills needed to navigate challenging situations in work, life and everything in between.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 84
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Your Best Will Take You Far (with Kenneth Pravetz) Ep | 62
From Air Force discipline to Fire Service leadership, Chief Kenneth Pravetz brings a unique lens to the firehouse. In this episode Chief Pravetz shares how his military background shaped his leadersh…
00:26:05 |
Mon 21 Apr 2025
How To Use Social Media To Your Advantage in Public Safety Without Damaging Your Personal Brand (with Chris Hsiung) Ep | 61
In this episode of The Chief Exchange, Alec speaks with Executive Director of The Curve, Chris Hsiung — a trailblazer in modern law enforcement, former Undersheriff and Police Chief. Chris shares how…
00:30:36 |
Mon 14 Apr 2025
The Best Ponds to Fish from for Top Recruits in Law Enforcement (with Stanley McFadden) Ep | 60
What if law enforcement recruitment took a page from the playbook of pro sports teams? Sitting down with Alec Wons, Chief Stanley McFadden of the Stockton Police Department shares his top strategies …
00:28:59 |
Mon 07 Apr 2025
Passing The Baton (with Jackson Baynard) Ep | 59
In this episode of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Chief Jackson Baynard from Henrico County Fire (VA) shares key strategies for building a stronger, more sustainable fire service. From increasing hiring…
00:28:02 |
Mon 31 Mar 2025
How Chief Bettison Went From Assistant Chief to Deputy Mayor to Police Chief of Detroit (with Todd Bettison) Ep | 58
How do you rise to the top at an unprecedented pace? Police Chief Todd Bettison did just that—ascending through the ranks of the Detroit Police Department, serving as Deputy Mayor, and now leading DP…
00:31:33 |
Mon 24 Mar 2025
Why You Should Take Every Opportunity You Can Get (with Jeffery Thompson) Ep | 57
Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson joins The Chief Exchange Podcast with Alec Wons to discuss the mindset and leadership skills needed to take advantage of every opportunity. From transi…
00:23:52 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
Life in the Private Sector After Service, Combating Obesity in Law Enforcement and More . . . (with Patrick Flannelly) Ep | 56
In this episode of The Chief Exchange Podcast, former Chief Patrick Flannelly from the Lafayette Police Department shares why you are the only one who can place limits on yourself. He breaks down the…
00:54:22 |
Mon 10 Mar 2025
How to Attract Women to the Fire Service in 26 Minutes (with Toni Washington) Ep | 55
The fire service needs more women—but how do we get there? In this episode, Chief Toni Washington of Decatur Fire, GA, shares how departments can attract, recruit, and retain women in firefighting. F…
00:26:34 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
217 Officers Down (with Larry Scirotto) Ep | 54
In this episode of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec hears from former Police Chief Larry Scirotto of the Pittsburgh Police Department where Scirotto shares insights into the critical aspects of leade…
00:32:49 |
Mon 24 Feb 2025
Remember Your Brochure Moments (with Robert Zoldos) Ep | 53
In Episode 53 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec talks to Durham Fire Chief Robert Zoldos about leadership, recruitment, and firefighter retention. Chief Zoldos shares how his time as a mayor gave h…
00:45:16 |
Mon 17 Feb 2025
How To Successfully Operate in Gray Areas with Little to No Information (with Roderick Smith) Ep | 52
In Episode 52 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec meets with Chief Smith of Atlanta Fire to discuss the art of operating in gray areas—when information is scarce, and decisions must be made. Chief Sm…
00:26:45 |
Mon 10 Feb 2025
Your Vision Shouldn’t Match Your Budget (with Brian Marcos) Ep | 51
In Episode 51 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec sits down with Fire Chief Brian Marcos of Smyrna Fire (GA) to talk about leadership beyond limitations. Chief Marcos shares the top three traits all …
00:33:03 |
Mon 03 Feb 2025
When You Should Violate Policy (with Brian Fennessy) Ep | 50
In this milestone 50th episode of The Chief Exchange Podcast, we sit down with Fire Chief Brian Fennessy of the Orange County Fire Authority. With 46 years of experience in fire service, Chief Fennes…
00:51:35 |
Mon 27 Jan 2025
The Fire Chief Flywheel (with Don Lombardi) Ep | 49
In this episode of The Chief Exchange, Fire Chief Don Lombardi of West Metro Fire Rescue shares the secrets behind his decades of success in the fire service. From why kindergarten teachers have skil…
00:36:48 |
Mon 20 Jan 2025
What a Healthy Fire Chief and Union President Relationship Looks Like (with Joe Dubay and Brad Brown) Ep | 48
What does a healthy, productive relationship between a Fire Chief and a Union President look like? In this episode of The Chief Exchange, Fire Chief Brad Brown of Grand Rapids Fire and Union Presiden…
00:30:51 |
Mon 13 Jan 2025
Quick Tips On: Managing a Tight Budget, Leadership and Mental Health in the Fire Service (with Damon Covington) Ep | 47
How do you lead with purpose while navigating challenges like tight budgets and mental health concerns? In this episode of The Chief Exchange, Fire Chief Damon Covington of Oakland Fire shares action…
00:36:09 |
Mon 06 Jan 2025
Preparing for the Position, Not Just the Test (with Freddie Fernandez and Kim Caruso) Ep | 46
In Episode 46 of The Chief Exchange, Alec Wons sits down with Former Miami Deputy Fire Chief Freddie Fernandez and Former Miami Police Department Commander Kim Caruso to explore the pivotal skills an…
00:37:25 |
Mon 30 Dec 2024
Engaged and Involved (with Charles Broadway) Ep| 45
In Episode 45 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec Wons sits down with Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway of the Clermont Florida Police Department to explore the deep connections between law enforcement …
00:25:51 |
Mon 23 Dec 2024
Lead, Speak, Succeed (with Kalvin Barrett) Ep | 44
In Episode 44 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec Wons sits down with Sheriff Kalvin Barrett of the Dane County Sheriff’s Office to discuss leadership that drives meaningful change. Sheriff Barrett s…
00:30:07 |
Mon 16 Dec 2024
Perfect Practice Makes Perfect (with Frank McKinley) Ep | 43
In Episode 43 of The Chief Exchange Podcast, Alec Wons sits down with Fire Chief Frank McKinley of the Cincinnati Fire Department to dive into the key strategies for fostering leadership and growth w…
00:43:14 |
Mon 09 Dec 2024
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