Brian Yonkin

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🔥 Firehouse meals aren’t just about food—they’re about family, trust, and tradition.

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Yonkin, Tower 1 Lieutenant at the Harrisburg Bureau of Fire, husband, father of four, and author of Beginner’s Guide to Firehouse Kitchens.

Brian shares his best firehouse cooking tips, the importance of the kitchen in station culture, and how food helps build stronger teams, better leadership, and unforgettable memories.

We also talk about his life balancing the fire service, family, fitness, MMA, and hunting, plus his best advice for rookie firefighters who’ve never cooked before.

This one’s a must-listen for anyone in the fire service—or ...