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Closeup on Volunteer and Career Firefighting
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- Aug 11, 2026
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Summary
Chief Ryan McCormick of Alexander (AR) Fire Department and Collegeville (AR) Volunteer Fire Department joins host Mike Goldstein on this episode of The C.A.N. Report During their conversation, they discuss bridging the gap between volunteer and career firefighting, operational readiness, mutual-aid coordination, and leadership. McCormick explains the differences in mindset and expectations between volunteer and career crews, aggressive training and fitness, and urges departments to train together so RIT, SCBA, and tactics align during mutual-aid responses.