#55. Building Resilient Firefighters with Captain Dani Landholm

Firefighter Craftsmanship Podcast by Kevin Housley

Episode notes

Join us as we dive into the world of training, leadership, and resilience with Captain Danielle Landholm of the Omaha Fire Department.

Dani brings a wealth of experience, from her beginnings as a volunteer firefighter to leading innovative changes in fire academies. She’s a trailblazer in cultivating meaningful training experiences that focus not just on skill but also on building resilient, well-rounded firefighters.

🔥 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

  • The Journey of Leadership: Dani’s story of navigating challenging calls, burnout, and her pivotal career shift to the training division.
  • Redefining Training: How Omaha Fire Department’s academy incorporates collaboration, hands-on EMS days, and cultural preparation for recruits.
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