Box Alarm - Awakening America
A groundbreaking podcast where the worlds of politics and journalism converge with the dynamic realm of the fire service -- their stories, challenges, and triumphs serving and protecting America.
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Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
55 min
From its inception, the fire service has always relied on volunteers - brave people who provide emergency services and fire suppression for their local community. Today, however, we are seeing a decline in the number of volunteer fire fighters. Curt Weldon and Dann Cuellar discuss the issue and give insights on stemming the crisis.
Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
1 hr 17 min
In this episode, former Congressman Curt Weldon and co-host Dann Cuellar discuss the events of 9/11 and its impact on first responders that day and the aftermath of those affected. They also speak with several guests who shed unique insights and discuss where first response is today as a result of 9/11.
Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
56 min
Join ABC journalist Dann Cuellar and Congressman Curt Weldon 1987-2007 for 'Box Alarm - Awakening America,' a podcast honoring emergency responders and their heroic stories. Every episode takes deep dives into fire/EMS history, disaster response, and the latest in cybersecurity!
This podcast series honors America’s Emergency responders and their heroic stories and provides an insightful look at the challenges and triumphs faced by those who put their lives on the line to protect and serve.
Oct 22, 2024
Oct 22, 2024
54 min
From its inception, the fire service has always relied on volunteers - brave people who provide emergency services and fire suppression for their local community. Today, however, we are seeing a decline in the number of volunteer fire fighters. Curt Weldon and Dann Cuellar discuss the issue and give insights on stemming the crisis.
Oct 21, 2024
Oct 21, 2024
1 hr 14 min
In this episode, former Congressman Curt Weldon and co-host Dann Cuellar discuss the events of 9/11 and its impact on first responders that day and the aftermath of those affected. They also speak with several guests who shed unique insights and discuss where first response is today as a result of 9/11.
Oct 21, 2024
Oct 21, 2024
56 min
Join ABC journalist Dann Cuellar and Congressman Curt Weldon 1987-2007 for 'Box Alarm - Awakening America,' a podcast honoring emergency responders and their heroic stories. Every episode takes deep dives into fire/EMS history, disaster response, and the latest in cybersecurity!
This podcast series honors America’s Emergency responders and their heroic stories and provides an insightful look at the challenges and triumphs faced by those who put their lives on the line to protect and serve.
Meet Your Hosts
Join former ABC broadcast journalist Dann Cuellar (pictured left) and Congressman Curt Weldon 1987-2007 (pictured right) on 'Box Alarm - Awakening America,' a podcast honoring emergency responders and their heroic stories. Weldon, also a former Fire Chief, presents deep dives into fire/EMS history, disaster response, and the latest in cybersecurity. It's a program that will engage both first responders and everyday citizens who want to be "in the know."