# Brian Brush (Nurturing Fire Service Passion, Mentorship and Near Death Experiences) - Episode 1229

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Podcast: [Behind The Shield](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-shield-607230)
Published: 2026-04-19T17:31:19+00:00
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Duration seconds: 7932

## Resource

Brian Brush is a 30 year veteran of the fire service, instructor and the training chief for the Midwest City (OK) Fire Department. We discuss his journey into the volunteer fire service, wildland firefighting, firefighter fitness, putting family first, his near career ending medical event, mentorship and so much more. Brian's background spans several states from rural volunteer to metro-sized departments. He has a master’s degree in fire and emergency management, is an EFO, and has Chief Training Officer designation.

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