The Fire You Carry
Nole Lilley and Kevin Welsh
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Hosted by Nole and Kevin, two active-duty Los Angeles County Firemen with over a decade of service each, this podcast explores the fire we all carry within. Join them as they interview respected men and share lessons on how to be better husbands, fathers, and leaders. Drawing from the front lines, they tackle issues like trauma, fitness, and family life, providing universal principles for any man looking to stoke his inner fire and live with purpose.
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274: The Fire Up Blueprint: Breaking Down the Barriers to Growth
Nole and Kevin dive straight into the "Summer Shred" mentality and debate whether fitness cycles should revolve around looking good at the beach or staying functional for real-world demands. Pulling…
273: You Have More Faith Than You Think
With Kevin out this week, Nole takes the mic for a raw, honest solo session recorded straight from his backyard storage shed studio. After a brief two-week hiatus to run the latest Fire Up Program,…
272: From the Thin Blue Line to a Prison Cell with Kwesi Millington
What happens when you do exactly what you were trained to do, but the outcome turns tragic, and you are the one who pays the price?In this powerful episode of The Fire You Carry, Nole and Kevin sit…
271: Heavy Small Talk
In this deeply personal solo episode, Nole explores the complex social dilemma that arises from a simple, ubiquitous question: "Do you have kids?" Drawing inspiration from the book Hope is the First…
270: The Trauma Backpack: Why "I’m Good" is a Lie with Capt. David Hoy
Guest: Captain David Hoy (Edmonton Fire Rescue Services)How we handle the first 24 to 72 hours after a critical incident determines whether a call becomes a "memory" or a "trauma." In this episode,…
269: The Unwritten Rules of the Firehouse (feat. Taylor Morgan of Murrieta Fire)
Becoming a "program guy" or a trusted member of a crew isn't just about your skill with a nozzle; it’s about how you handle the "game" of probation. This week, Nole and Kevin sit down with Taylor…
268: Escaping the "Season of Blah" (And Why We’re Eating So Much Rice)
Welcome back to The Fire You Carry! This week, Nole and Kevin sit down to tackle a feeling we all know too well: hitting a mental wall and finding yourself stuck in a "season of blah."When you're…
267: The Gritty Reality of Canadian Snipers in Afghanistan
This week, Nole sits down with Barry Nisbet, a retired Canadian Army Sniper with 15 years of service and multiple deployments to the Balkans and Afghanistan, and Mir Bahmanyar, an author, historian,…
266: Silence is Not Violence, But it Might be Evil
In this solo episode, Nole reflects on a recent experience at the Hume Lake First Responders Conference that challenged his perspective on small talk and silence. From "evangelizing" about In-N-Out…
265: Get Off the X: Surviving Life’s Ambushes
In this episode, Nole and Kevin dive into the importance of environmental conditioning—both physical and mental. They discuss why training in the heat and "getting off the X" during life's toughest…
264: Pushing Too Hard, Crashing, and Rebuilding the Mind
What happens when a high-performance lifestyle hits a physical and mental wall? This week, Nole takes the mic for a solo session to deconstruct his recent "February crash." From a 130-hour fast and a…
263: Shave Your Head & Pay Attention to How Others Perceive You.
In this candid and impromptu conversation, Nole and Kevin dive deep into the "Imposter Syndrome" that often plagues men as they step into leadership roles, whether it’s officiating a wedding for the…
262: The Hand You’re Dealt: Finding Purpose in the Chaos
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the "chaos and drama" of life, especially when the initial fire of the New Year begins to fade. In this solo Sunday episode, Kevin dives into an insightful teaching…
261: What if We Talked about the Living, the Way We Do about the Dead?
In this high-energy catch-up, Nole and Kevin dive into the patriotic fever of the Winter Olympics, specifically the historic gold medal wins for both the U.S. Men’s and Women’s hockey teams against…
260: What My 10-Year-Old Taught Me About Bravery (and Skateboarding)
What is keeping you from starting that new hobby, joining that fitness program, or trying something you might be "bad" at? In this solo episode, Nole reflects on a recent trip to the skate park with…
259: Burn Your Ears: Why Experience is the Best Mentor with Captain Scotty McKnight
In this episode, Nole and Kevin sit down with Captain Scotty McKnight, currently serving at the "Fire Factory" (FS 16) in the heart of Los Angeles County. Scotty brings a unique perspective to the…
258: Don't Be "That Guy": Survive Your First Day on Probation as a Fireman
Getting hired is only the beginning. In this episode, Nole and Kevin pull back the curtain on the "paramilitary" traditions and unwritten rules that define a successful probationary year. This isn't…
257: The Devil is Doing Pushups in the Parking Lot
Fresh off the mountain from Class 15 of the Fire Up Program, Nole and Kevin sit down to discuss the high of the retreat and the immediate "gut punch" of returning to reality. From 13-degree wind…
256: The Iron Shortstop: 20 Years, One Team, No Shortcuts, with Alan Trammel
It was an absolute honor to host a true baseball legend on the show. Alan Trammell isn't just a Hall of Famer; he is a masterclass in consistency, professional loyalty, and the "blue-collar" work…
255: Fire Built: Heat, Cold, and Heavy Swings, with Evan Halquist.
Captain Evan Halquist is back for another round, and he's here to announce a new resource that we have been anxiously awaiting here at The Fire You Carry. Fire Built is a purpose-driven set of…
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