Welcome to Episode 2 of Beyond the Nozzle — the podcast that goes beyond fire scenes and sirens to explore the intersection of community, creativity, and the fire service. In this episode, we sit down with Adam “Unkie” McCoy, the founder of Unkie’s Seasoning, to talk about how a flavorful idea born in the firehouse became a full-fledged business — and how that journey has been shaped by mental health, leadership, and the ever-changing world of social media.

We cover a wide range of topics including:

🌶️ The story behind Unkie’s Seasoning — from its spicy start in the fire service kitchen to its rise as a go-to brand for flavor lovers across the country.

🧠 Mental health in the fire service — why it matters, what needs to change, and how Adam is helping open up the conversation.

📱 Social media do’s and don’ts — especially for firefighters, volunteers, and first responder businesses looking to engage their communities the right way. Whether you're in the fire service, a small business owner, or just someone who cares about community and wellness, this episode is packed with insights, real talk, and inspiration. 🎧 Listen, Learn, and Get Involved:

🌐 Visit Unkie’s Seasoning: https://unkiesseasoning.com use Code: SOCIALFD

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🚨 Welcome to Beyond the Nozzle! 🚨 In this episode, we take a unique approach — sitting down with AI to talk about how volunteer fire departments can harness the power of social media to boost community engagement, increase awareness, and stay connected. 💡 Whether your department is just getting started on Facebook or looking to grow on TikTok, this conversation is packed with helpful tips, platform breakdowns, and simple strategies to help your department shine online — even with limited time and resources.

🔥 Topics Covered: Why social media matters for volunteer fire departments Best platforms for departments just starting out How often to post and what to share Tips to increase your reach and visibility Scheduling safety reminders and engagement posts Creative ways to connect with your local community

📢 This episode is powered by Social FD, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping volunteer fire departments build their online presence for free.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Nozzle, the podcast powered by Social FD socialfd.org, where we dive into the intersection of social media, fire service, and community impact. In this episode, we sit down with D1 Dave from The Energy Drink (theenergydrink.com) to explore how volunteer fire departments and fire service businesses can harness the power of social media to boost engagement, share their mission, and strengthen their communities. We also talk about The Energy Drink’s product lineup, their commitment to first responders, and how partnerships like this help support the volunteer fire service world.

 🔥 Topics we cover: Social media tips for volunteer fire departments How fire service businesses can grow their audience The Energy Drink’s mission and products supporting first responders Ways to ignite community engagement online

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