AFSO21's Weekend Wrap-up Podcast

From the academy to the command post, the Weekend Wrap-Up Podcast covers the leadership lessons, mentorship, and tough conversations needed to build a resilient firehouse. Rated as one of the best fire and emergency services podcasts, distributed by Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and many more, and heard by listeners across the globe, get ready to be empowered by host Kevin Ferrara as he presents another informative episode you won't want to miss!

The Weekend Wrap-up Podcast

Kevin Ferrara

As host of AFSO21’s Weekend Wrap-up Podcast, Ferrara, shares his over 37-years of experience as fire service leader to listeners, offering weekly topics to create constructive discussions with crews at the dining table or in the training classroom.

Since his retirement from the United States Air Force, Ferrara is frequently sought as a subject matter expert pertaining to firefighter health and safety. His compelling insights regarding toxic exposure among veterans and military firefighters gained national attention through The National Desk’s award-winning investigative program, “Spotlight on America,” and personal interviews with renowned environmental advocate Erin Brockovich.

Ferrara presently holds leadership positions on various boards and committees focused on health and safety, military exposure to toxic chemicals, and cancer research and education.

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The Question Everyone Asks: What / Who is AFSO21?

AFSO21 – Advisers to Fire Service Organizations for the 21st Century, was established by Kevin Ferrara. Throughout his career, Kevin observed numerous decisions within fire and emergency services remained tethered to antiquated methodologies. Frustrated that the profession he remains passionate about was not advancing to keep pace with technology and civilian business practices, as a senior fire officer in the United States Air Force, Kevin identified critical necessities for enhanced leadership and training designed to align these services with the requirements of the 21st century. Consequently, following his retirement from the military, Kevin founded AFSO21 LLC. Providing advisory support, Kevin and AFSO21 continue to be influential in the creation and revisions of numerous National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) manuals, legislative efforts to increase emergency responder health and safety, and contributions to cancer research and education boards.  So, now you know what / who AFSO21 is, and to use a catchphrase Kevin loves to use from one of his favorite childhood cartoons, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, “Knowing is half the battle.”