Listen "440. "Give a Inch, Take a Mile" - Sean Eagen"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Jeremy reconnects with longtime friend and Buffalo Fire Department Captain (and soon-to-be Battalion Chief) Sean Eagen for a wide-open, honest conversation about the fire service, personal growth, and the realities of the job after nearly three decades on the line.Sean shares the changes in his own life—stepping back from brewery work, rediscovering balance, dialing in his health, and gearing up for promotion after 28 years in the street. The two dive deep into topics that hit home for a lot of firefighters today: getting older in the fire service, managing fatigue, accountability, physical conditioning, and the discipline it takes to stay sharp when the job is trending younger than ever.They break down fireground operations in Buffalo: truck work, vent positions, riding assignments, staffing challenges, operational consistency, rooftop work, exposure protection, and the importance of clear expectations for younger firefighters. Sean talks through recent fires, lessons learned, and the mindset required to make aggressive but smart decisions on the fireground.The conversation also hits culture—how social media has changed attitudes, how accountability has shifted, and why experience, humility, and heart still matter more than looking the part. It’s two veterans pulling the curtain back on what the job really takes: conditioning, knowledge, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to learn and lead through every stage of your career.
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