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After the Title Is Gone
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- Sep 15, 2026
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- 3970
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Summary
Leaving the fire service doesn’t necessarily mean leaving behind the friendships, memories, and sense of identity that came with it. In this episode of The Professional Volunteer Fire Department, host Tom Merrill and guest Chad Edwards explore how firefighters are treated after they leave. They discuss how the transition into retirement can be tough and finding purpose post retirement. They also talk about the impact that the way a new retiree is treated upon stepping away can have for years to come.