The Art of Network Engineering blends technical insight with real-world stories from engineers, innovators, and IT pros. From data centers on cruise ships to rockets in space, we explore the people, tools, and trends shaping the future of networking, while keeping it authentic, practical, and human. We tell the human stories behind network engineering so every engineer feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow in a rapidly changing industry. For more information, check out https://linktr.e ...
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Clear To Send is a podcast about wireless engineering where we educate you on WiFi technology, talk about design tips, troubleshooting, interviews, and the tools.
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Fire Engineering Magazine’s been devoted to the training interests of firefighters since 1877. Listen to our lineup of podcasts featuring hosts from around the fire service.
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CTS 379: 2026 Predictions: What Will Change in Enterprise Wireless?
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32:17Thank you to our sponsor: Meter: Visit meter.com/cleartosend to book a demo! In this episode of Clear to Send, the team shares their forward-looking predictions for 2026, grounded in real-world deployments and patterns they’re seeing across the Wi-Fi industry. From spectrum usage to client behavior, the conversation frames what engineers and IT lea…
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Firehouse Leadership: Making Dysfunction Work
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1:14:21On this episode of Hooks & Hoses, host Eric Dreiman welcomes Assistant Chief Brandon Roark from the South Bend (IN) Fire Department. They discuss Roark's program, “The High-Functioning Dysfunctional Fire Department," and Roark reflects on personal experiences from his life and career as he explains the process of developing high-functioning teams. …
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Send us a text Most network engineers know BGP, OSPF, and maybe EIGRP, but far fewer have hands-on experience with ISIS. In this episode of The Art of Network Engineering, Andy Lapteff sits down with Russ White and Mike Bushong for a deep, opinionated, and refreshingly honest discussion about routing protocol design in modern data centers. We explo…
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CTS 378: Wi-Fi Origin Stories: Keith Miller
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52:34Thank you to our sponsor: Meter: Visit meter.com/cleartosend to book a demo! In this episode of Clear to Send, France is joined by Roel and special guest Keith Miller as they continue the Wi-Fi Origin Stories series—conversations with wireless professionals about how they found their way into Wi-Fi and what still excites them today. Keith shares hi…
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Navigating NFPA Standards to Avoid Criminal Liability and Lawsuits
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59:05This episode of Fire Service Court explores the complex role NFPA standards play in firefighting operations, criminal cases, and civil litigation. Hosts Brad Pinsky, John K. Murphy, Chip Comstock, and Curt Varone discuss how failing to understand or comply with NFPA guidelines can lead to devastating outcomes, including jail time and a multi-millio…
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CTS 377: Wi-Fi Origin Stories: Mark Edwards
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42:17Thank you to our sponsor: Meter: Visit meter.com/cleartosend to book a demo! Mark Edwards has spearheaded Wi-Fi at some of the largest companies in the world. Scaling is a true issue when you’re dealing with a global organization. But how does one get to this level? Mark didn’t just start out in a Fortune 50 companies. He had a humble beginning, li…
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Talkin’ Tactics Year Two Wrap-Up: Goals for 2026 in the Fire Service
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59:37Marking the end of year two for the Talkin' Tactics podcast, hosts Robert "RJ" James, lieutenant from Frederick County (MD) Fire and Rescue; Sam Villani, battalion chief from Montgomery County (MD) Fire and Rescue; and David Polikoff, assistant chief from Frederick County Fire and Rescue, reflect on their individual journeys, fire service leadershi…
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Fire Service Culture and Lessons from the Line
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1:16:13In this episode of The Backstep Boys, hosts Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer explore the nuances of fire service culture, leadership challenges, and the legacy that shapes today’s firefighters. From Aurnhammer's long-awaited trip to a West Point football game, rich with history and tradition, to profound discussions on organizational culture inspir…
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Navigating Hazing, Leadership, and Social Media Challenges
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51:22In this year-end discussion on Generation Engine, Todd Edwards and Anthony Rowett unpack the complex issues of hazing, practical jokes, and inappropriate behavior within firehouses, highlighting the crucial role of intent and crew dynamics. They examine a recent severe hazing incident in Ocala, Florida, and its wider implications on leadership acco…
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Mental Health, Leadership, and the Evolution of the Fire Service
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50:59In this episode of the Point of Origin podcast, hosts Billy Hux and Bobby Drake are joined by Dave McGlynn, host of The Training Officer. The three cover the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by fire service leaders. Drawing from their combined decades of experience, they look at the unique pressures chiefs encounter, the difficulty o…
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Working for a Great Firefighter Boss: Lessons from FDNY Veterans
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40:34In this episode of The Command Post, hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka discuss what defines a great boss in the fire service. Drawing from decades with the FDNY and beyond, they share stories of inspiring leaders—from tough, no-nonsense officers to approachable mentors who genuinely cared about their crews and families. They explore how different lea…
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Hidden Dangers of Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing: Two Personal Stories
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1:03:20In this episode of Two Vollies and a Guest, hosts Jerry Knapp and Tim Pillsworth welcome Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird. Flynn and Laird share their deeply personal stories of losing their firefighter husbands to fires caused by failures in corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST), which is used in residential gas piping. They detail how lightning st…
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Are You a Shark or a Dinosaur? Challenges in the Volunteer Fire Service
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57:33In this episode of the Professional Volunteer Fire Department, host Tom Merrill welcomes guest Tim Pillsworth a firefighter/EMT and past chief of Winona Lake Engine Co. #2, Orange Lake (NY) Fire District. They explore how consolidation, duty crews, and embracing new training methods can help departments thrive amid rising call volumes, budget const…
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Command and Tactical Coordination of Search and Rescue
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59:37Civilian victims have less time than ever before to be rescued by firefighters. Modern construction, contents, and fires create a razor-thin window of opportunity for crews to make a grab. In this episode of Command Show, hosts Anthony Kastros and Brian Brush welcome guest Captain Justin McWilliams of Clackamas (OR) Fire. They discuss the vital int…
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Leadership and Legacy in Volunteer and Career Firefighting
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1:06:20In this episode of Fireground Strategies, hosts Anthony Avillo and Jim Duffy reflect on the challenges and rewards of a firefighting career spanning decades, from the first day as a volunteer to leading large, regional departments. They discuss motivation, mentorship, and the importance of remembering your roots, while stressing the role of company…
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Legacy, Leadership, and Life After the Fire Service: Stephanie White
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53:22In this episode of Perspectives on Leadership, host Steve Shaw sits down with Stephanie White, recently retired firefighter and current editor in chief of Firefighter Nation. They explore the complexities of building a meaningful legacy in the fire service, the emotional challenges of retirement, and the crucial role of leadership rooted in time, p…
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CTS 376: Wi-Fi Origin Stories: How Rasika Nayanajith Got Started in Wireless
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1:01:47Thank you to our sponsor: Meter: Visit meter.com/cleartosend to book a demo! Welcome to another episode Wi-Fi Origin Stories. We have a special guest, Rasika Nayanajith. Rasika is well known in the Cisco forums. He’s helped countless people learn how to configure and troubleshoot their Cisco Wi-Fi controllers. He also provides a wealth of knowledge…
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Exploring AI, Robotics, and Real-Time Data at the 2025 Technology Summit
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58:35In this episode of Fire Service Tech Talk, host Eddie Buchanan welcomes Mike Cox and Jeff Dulin to discuss the future of technology in fire and EMS. They preview the upcoming 2025 Technology Summit International in Irving, Texas—a three-day event dedicated exclusively to fire service technology. The Summit covers data analytics, AI, robotics, advan…
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Year-End Lessons and Goals for Fire Service Leaders
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14:44In this candid year-end episode of The Training Officer, host Dave McGlynn offers an unfiltered look at the challenges firefighters and training officers faced over the past year, from budget cuts to mental health struggles. McGlynn shares personal reflections on the psychological toll the year took and stresses the importance of including mental h…
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Send us a text In this special on-location episode of The Art of Network Engineering, Andy Lapteff sits down in person with Kevin Myers for a conversation that pulls no punches. Kevin brings decades of service provider and whitebox experience to the table as the two dive deep into one of networking’s most complex decisions: how to choose the right …
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Mastering Firefighting Fundamentals: Why Basics Matter More Than Ever
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52:26In this episode of Hooks & Hoses, host Eric Dreiman covers the importance of being good at the basic skills and techniques of firefighting. Many firefighters want to move past the basics and train on more advanced techniques or topics. This creates a lack of a good foundation for firefighters to rely on during responses. Drawing on years of frontli…
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CTS 375: From Tech to Architect: Growing Your Wi-Fi Career
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43:17Thank you to our sponsor: Meter: Visit meter.com/cleartosend to book a demo! What does it take to climb the ladder of your IT career? In this episode, we’ll discuss our perspectives and what got us to where we are today. We’ll go into some of the tips we recommend IT professionals do, what kind of attitude you need, and how to negotiate salary. But…
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David Dubowski on Tradition, Training, and Leading with Purpose
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49:58In this episode of Tactical Impact, hosts Jim Silvernail and Jason Hoevelmann sit down with David Dubowski , a captain with the Spanish Lake Fire Protection District, St. Louis, Missouri, as he prepares to retire after a distinguished career. He shares stories from decades of frontline firefighting, the evolution of fire tactics, and the priceless …
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CTS 374: Wi-Fi Origin Stories – Amin SedighFar
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21:51Amin SedighFar is our special guest for our Wi-Fi Origin Stories series. Amin presented at WLPC Prague 2025 and has been showing what he has learned to everyone. It’s amazing to see his progress with Wi-Fi and how he has been able to pick up the technology. Check out this episode with Amin and learn how he got started in Wi-Fi. The post CTS 374: Wi…
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So You Want to Be a Firefighter? Insights from Women in Firefighting
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57:48In this episode of the Women in Fire podcast, experienced fire service leaders break down what it really takes to become a firefighter today. The panel shares unfiltered advice for aspiring firefighters. They take a close-up look at the importance of understanding the physical and mental demands of firefighting. They also discuss navigating the len…
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Mastering Fire Service Instruction
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58:55In this episode of Talking Tactics, hosts David Polikoff, assistant chief, Frederick County (MD) Fire and Rescue, and Robert "RJ" James, lieutenant, Frederick County (MD) Fire and Rescue, talk about what it takes to be a successful fire service instructor. Drawing from extensive real-world experience including recent training sessions in Charlottes…
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