Episode 0: Welcome to Call Sign Chief-1

In this welcome trailer, host Shanton L. Russell introduces the purpose of the podcast and what listeners can expect in future episodes.

Episode 2: Leadership, Mentorship, and Accountability - CMSgt (Ret.) Richard Lien

A powerful conversation with CMSgt (Ret.) Richard Lien on leadership, the importance of mentorship, and why accountability defines lasting influence.

Episode 4: Instinct, Control, and Trusting Your People

In Episode 4, I revisit a moment from my time as Fire Chief at Minot AFB when my gut told me one thing, but leadership required more.

Episode 6: Consistency Builds Trust - CMSgt (Ret.) William Taylor

CMSgt (Ret.) William Taylor reflects on 30 years of leadership in the Air Force fire service and the lessons that helped shape his command philosophy.

SMSgt Justin Fellure, Deputy Fire Chief at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, shares his leadership journey and lessons from the “second seat’.

Mental health is part of your PPE. In this season finale, we challenge stigma and redefine strength in emergency services. Featuring Carol-Ann Cerkan, we explore how to build resilience and seek help without fear.

Episode 1: You’re Leading Long Before You’re in Charge

Episode 1 explores why leadership is a skill long before you’re in charge and what it looks like where trust and accountability matter.

Episode 3: What Leaders Owe To Their People

A solo conversation on leadership responsibility and what leaders owe their people.

Episode 5: Leadership, Legacy, and Financial Freedom - CMSgt (Ret.) A.J. Kehl

CMSgt (Ret.) A.J. Kehl shares leadership lessons from his Air Force career, the power of mentorship, and the journey from firefighter to fire chief.

Episode 7: From Airman Basic to Chief - CMSgt (Ret.) Alton Robinson

After nearly three decades in the fire service, Chief Robinson shares the leadership lessons that helped him rise from Airman Basic to Chief.

Three everyday encounters. One Powerful reminder. Chief Russell describes why kindness, professionalism, and self-care still matter. He also shares why leadership includes YOU.