On today’s episode of the podcast, FDNY firefighter Tim Brown shares raw stories from life in the firehouse and responding to major emergencies in New York City. He opens up about the World Trade Center bombing, the morning of 9/11, and the moments that tested faith, loyalty, and survival.
Timecodes (Episode #150):
0:00 - Intro
11:55 - NY Fire Is the Most Sought-After Fire Department
14:42 - The Firehouse Was a Safe Space
16:24 - Civilians Tried to Kill Firefighters
19:51 - His First Real Fire
29:44 - Harassment Toward Firefighters
34:14 - He Almost Had His Head Chopped Off
44:20 - A Day in the Life as the Mayor’s Fireman
51:26 - FDNY vs NYPD Relationship
1:05:31 - World Trade Center Bombing
1:10:34 - The Morning of 9/11
1:21:55 - The Bumblebees
1:36:19 - Stuck in an Elevator
1:43:07 - Seeking Shelter in the Marriott
2:02:29 - Faith and Loyalty
2:16:42 - The Brazilian Women Who Saved His Life
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