# An Inside Look at Hosting, Writing, and Teaching

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Podcast: [Fire Engineering Podcast Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fire-engineering-podcast-network-1075754)
Published: 2026-08-20T23:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode of The Command Post, hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka speak from their own experiences writing for Fire Engineering, hosting a podcast, and teaching at FDIC. They give advice on picking a topic, building credibility, and tips for submitting class proposals. The hosts warn against using AI and share thoughts on classroom etiquette and the power of showing up to build relationships.

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