Justifiably Proud Productions Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:10:17 -0500 https://justifiablyproudproductions.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Justifiably Proud Productions yes Support this Podcast 44f5c7cd-2afb-56a9-a470-27b442a10836 James F. Farrell Jr. episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) James F. Farrell Jr. https://storage.buzzsprout.com/4lhuta5wyb8l3f3675zdcek3y1h2?.jpg Justifiably Proud Productions James F. Farrell Jr. Lauren Farrell NFPA 1851- The Real Reason To Take It Seriously NFPA 1851- The Real Reason To Take It Seriously Jim discusses the pursuit of purpose, and what he has learned in becoming a Independent Service Provider for NFPA 1851.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-17757734 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0500 1342 3 1 full false Artificial Intelligence and President John F. Kennedy Artificial Intelligence and President John F. Kennedy This week we try out AI to see what an inaugural address might look like if President Kennedy were elected in 2024. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-13649660 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -0500 1374 2 9 full false Perseverance-God Only Knows Perseverance-God Only Knows This week we discuss the importance of perseverance, individual goals, and growth. Tune in as we see an example of this with a beloved musical group from the 60's.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-13480166 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 20:00:00 -0500 1929 2 8 full false Back In Quarters-Sick Calls Back In Quarters-Sick Calls This week we take a look at another back-in-quarters story. Sick leave and the firefighter, oh the web we weave!

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-13353646 Sat, 05 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0500 953 2 7 full false Response Policies and LSI5- Where is my truck? Response Policies and LSI5- Where is my truck? This week we talk a bit about emergency responder organizations' challenges in acquiring new apparatus. Jim discusses both the increasing costs of vehicles and the delayed availability. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-13207700 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0500 1686 2 6 full false From the Desk of 8701- 48-96 and On-Deck Alpha From the Desk of 8701- 48-96 and On-Deck Alpha In this episode Jim visits with a long time friend and fellow Firefighter with the Cottleville Fire Protection District in Missouri. The discussion of 48-96 shift schedule, and the On-Deck Alpha tactic are in play here. 

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]]> In this episode Jim visits with a long time friend and fellow Firefighter with the Cottleville Fire Protection District in Missouri. The discussion of 48-96 shift schedule, and the On-Deck Alpha tactic are in play here. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-13099196 Sat, 24 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0500 3587 2 5 full false Standard Operating Procedures- The Heart of the Matter Standard Operating Procedures- The Heart of the Matter In this episode we discuss standard operating procedures and their importance on ensuring that everyone makes it home.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-12942603 Mon, 29 May 2023 22:00:00 -0500 1156 2 4 full false For the Love of Pod Man! For the Love of Pod Man! This week, Jim invites a guest host to change it up, and discuss podcasting, and the simple pleasures of life. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-12380944 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 21:00:00 -0600 5072 2 3 full false Mr. Wheat & Riding "The Seat" Mr. Wheat & Riding "The Seat" This week Jim discusses in "What's the Word" SNL killing off Buckwheat, and the empowewrment that comes from riding shotgun on a fire apparatus. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-12317660 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0600 1994 2 2 full false 11016-Situational Awareness 11016-Situational Awareness This week Jim shares an experience on how he has come to understand the true meaning of "Situational Awareness" Both on the fireground, and in everyday living. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11990662 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0600 2510 2 1 full false Back In Quarters- Truckies From the 5600 Block Back In Quarters- Truckies From the 5600 Block This week we launch a new series called "Back In Quarters" Discussing what it's like in our particular work environment. Enjoy!

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11926161 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0600 2720 1 19 full false Holiday Public Service Announcement Holiday Public Service Announcement Jim invites a guest on to discuss the importance paying back a debt to our families. Continued by a talk on public fire education, and how the art of educating the public has evolved over the years.

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]]> Jim invites a guest on to discuss the importance paying back a debt to our families. Continued by a talk on public fire education, and how the art of educating the public has evolved over the years.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11758636 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 18:00:00 -0600 2075 1 18 full false Cactus 1549 Cactus 1549 Jim discusses taking the call, and how people really do count on us!

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11498592 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500 2137 1 16 full false Dreams and Endeavors- Life's Ultimate Pit Stop Dreams and Endeavors- Life's Ultimate Pit Stop This week Jim and Dolly visit with Stephen Burns, owner and operator of the Bombadil racing team. Discussion includes remembering September 11, 2001, and continues with what its like to go fast! Stephen shares the endurance, and comradery that comes with racing, as well as some insight on having something outside of the workplace.

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]]> This week Jim and Dolly visit with Stephen Burns, owner and operator of the Bombadil racing team. Discussion includes remembering September 11, 2001, and continues with what its like to go fast! Stephen shares the endurance, and comradery that comes with racing, as well as some insight on having something outside of the workplace.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11300257 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0500 2371 1 16 full false Leadership-Wizardry 01 Leadership-Wizardry 01 This week Jim shares some info on United States Pride, and Might, along with some leadership noticed as a kid watching the 80's St. Louis Cardinals.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-11046472 Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:00:00 -0500 2033 1 15 full false Cat's In The Cradle- A Father's Day Tribute Cat's In The Cradle- A Father's Day Tribute Jim takes some time to reflect and discuss the impact of his Father on his life, and how Jim's dad has helped shaped his own family.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10813184 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0500 1363 1 14 full false The Upbeat Of Drumming- One Student's Tale Of Percussion Success The Upbeat Of Drumming- One Student's Tale Of Percussion Success This week we visit with Andres "Maverick" Flores, on his recent success at State competition for percussion. Maverick shares great insight on setting a foundation young, and being persistent even when you may not have a desire to do so.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10789132 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2768 1 13 full false Some Gave All- Memorial Day 2022 Some Gave All- Memorial Day 2022 A remembrance to those who have paid the ultimate price for those liberties and blessings we enjoy today here in the United States of America.

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]]> A remembrance to those who have paid the ultimate price for those liberties and blessings we enjoy today here in the United States of America.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10703353 Mon, 30 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1589 1 12 full false Backdraft- 3 Decades Later Backdraft- 3 Decades Later Jim discusses the journey of the United States Fire Service 3 decades after the release of the film Backdraft. The discussion of what has and has not changed when it comes to leadership, and statistics is the main focus. 

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]]> Jim discusses the journey of the United States Fire Service 3 decades after the release of the film Backdraft. The discussion of what has and has not changed when it comes to leadership, and statistics is the main focus. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10655250 Fri, 20 May 2022 20:00:00 -0500 1623 1 11 full false Apparatus Anatomy Apparatus Anatomy This week we discuss the value of the extended front bumper of a fire truck in terms of relief, having discussions, and a great place to chill out.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10409420 Sat, 09 Apr 2022 21:00:00 -0500 1520 1 10 full false Assigning Value Assigning Value This week we take ride north on US Highway 83 in "what's the word", and discuss market vs economic values.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10297256 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1326 1 9 full false Nutrition-Its What's For Dinner Nutrition-Its What's For Dinner This week our guest discusses his experience as a Firefighter back in the day, the event that prompted early retirement, and the message he carries in regard to nutrition.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10229497 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:00:00 -0600 2314 1 8 full false The “Billiken” Theory The “Billiken” Theory This week we discuss the significance of the Billiken, and how it can direct leadership in the world. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10140338 Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0600 1045 1 7 full false Firefighters and cancer- It's not what you're thinking Firefighters and cancer- It's not what you're thinking Jim visits with a local Rio Grande Valley Firefighter on childhood cancer awareness, and what he did to cope with his own involvement with this horrible threat.

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]]> Jim visits with a local Rio Grande Valley Firefighter on childhood cancer awareness, and what he did to cope with his own involvement with this horrible threat.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10080925 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0600 1445 full false Big Country Leadership Big Country Leadership Jim discusses further education, with Big Country (Robert Vargas). Focusing college education, Big Country sheds light on college registration, and the first responder, and discusses his experiences with helping other Firefighters. 

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]]> Jim discusses further education, with Big Country (Robert Vargas). Focusing college education, Big Country sheds light on college registration, and the first responder, and discusses his experiences with helping other Firefighters. 

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-10032493 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 21:00:00 -0600 1741 1 5 full false Superman Without a Phone Booth Superman Without a Phone Booth In this latest episode, Jim introduces some helpful websites, and discusses going for it in regard to hopes and dreams. That feeling you get when you have a great idea to provide a solution to a problem but are unsure of how to execute- It's kind of like Superman without a phone booth.

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]]> In this latest episode, Jim introduces some helpful websites, and discusses going for it in regard to hopes and dreams. That feeling you get when you have a great idea to provide a solution to a problem but are unsure of how to execute- It's kind of like Superman without a phone booth.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-9976182 Sat, 29 Jan 2022 20:00:00 -0600 1139 1 4 full false Holiday Routine Holiday Routine In this "Holiday Routine" episode, Jim discusses what its like to be on duty for any given holiday. Jim also shares some interesting holiday statistics along the way. Finally, Lauren jumps all in with "what's the word!"

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]]> In this "Holiday Routine" episode, Jim discusses what its like to be on duty for any given holiday. Jim also shares some interesting holiday statistics along the way. Finally, Lauren jumps all in with "what's the word!"

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-9878442 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0600 995 full false The Beginning The Beginning This Inaugural show discusses the intended content of the Justifiably Proud Productions Podcast. Jim provides an outlook of hope and encouragement for the future endeavors of all of our listeners.

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]]> This Inaugural show discusses the intended content of the Justifiably Proud Productions Podcast. Jim provides an outlook of hope and encouragement for the future endeavors of all of our listeners.

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]]> James F. Farrell Jr. Buzzsprout-9845539 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 02:00:00 -0600 1302 1 2 full false Intro 1-1-22 Intro 1-1-22 Introducing Justifiably Proud Productions!

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