Fire Service Leadership and Wildfire Technology with Chief Fennessy - Episode 5

"In this episode of Catching Wildfire, Chief Jeff Johnson and Chief Kim Zagaris speak with Chief Brian Fennessy about how fire service leadership must evolve to meet modern challenges. The conversation highlights authenticity, humility, mentorship, and overcoming resistance to change. Chief Fennessy also explains how wildfire technology, robotics, and night aviation will shape the future of the fire service. The discussion includes the need for leaders to understand FirstNet, support reauthorization, reduce cognitive load for firefighters, and create a culture that embraces innovation while honoring tradition. This episode is essential for current and future leaders who want to strengthen their leadership approach and prepare their agencies for the next generation of public safety challenges. #wildfiretechnology #fireserviceleadership #publicsafety #psbta #catchingwildfirepodcast #firstnet #fire #leadership"