Henry Johnson, a Chicago firefighter, shared his journey of becoming a firefighter, motivated by the lack of black firefighters in his neighborhood. The hiring process took two years, including a six-and-a-half-month academy. He emphasized the importance of community bonding and the physical demands of the job, including medical training and maintaining physical fitness.Johnson discussed the emotional challenges, such as compartmentalizing work stress. He highlighted the brotherhood among firefighters and the community's love and support. Johnson also touched on the misconceptions about firefighters and his interest in stand-up comedy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/patio-talks/donations

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