#360 Life on station, Firefighter Challenges & Cat shit coffee with Dean Keeber & Matt Adams

In this episode, I sit down with my good friends Matt Adams and Dean Keeber to discuss a range of topics spanning firefighting, fitness, and life philosophy. We chat about an overview of the upcoming UK Firefighter Challenge events, the UK Pink Firefighters.

Beyond the fireground, we explore life balance—the fine line between motivation and burnout, the evolution of personal drive, and transitioning toward more sustainable sources of inspiration. We dig into different chapters of life, the realities of getting older while staying fit, and the truth that genes may load the gun, but environment pulls the trigger.

We discuss the fire service and whether it remains a “job for life” in an era where many people seem busier than ever but feel they achieve less. There’s an emphasis on personal and professional growth, with a nod to competitions this season, strategies for longevity, and redefining success—what does winning look like after you’ve already won? 

Tune in for insights, stories, and the drive to keep pushing forward

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