In this high-impact episode of the Forged in the Fires Podcast, Fireman Rob sits down with Derick Johnson, Army Veteran and elite leadership and performance coach known for one mission: break patterns and build confidence.

Derick shares his journey from military service to helping men and leaders transform their mindset, discipline, and identity. He dives into the habits that keep people stuck, the excuses that limit growth, and the daily standards required to operate at a higher level.

This conversation is about ownership. It’s about confronting the patterns that no longer serve you and stepping into the version of yourself that leads with strength, clarity, and conviction.

If you’re ready to raise your standards, eliminate excuses, and build unshakable confidence—this episode is for you.

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Find out more about Derick Johnson at https://linktr.ee/fitwithderick.

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These special episodes of the Forged in the Fires Podcast with Fireman Rob dive deeper into the heart behind the book F@ked Up Yet Fighting for Tomorrows.

This isn’t polished. It isn’t filtered. And it isn’t about pretending everything is fine.

These episodes explore the real struggles many of us face—mental health battles, trauma, identity loss, divorce, career setbacks, physical pain, and the silent weight first responders, veterans, leaders, and everyday people carry. Each conversation breaks down themes from the book and connects them to practical mindset shifts, resilience tools, and honest reflection.

The message is simple:

Pain is real.Struggle is part of the journey.But it is not the end of your story.

These episodes are about choosing to fight forward—even when you feel f@ked up. They’re about acknowledging the darkness while building the strength to create a better tomorrow.

📖 Get the book:F@ked Up Yet Fighting for Tomorrows
https://www.amazon.com/ked-Yet-Fighting-Tomorrows-Firefighter/dp/B0FP8ZZMXM/

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Episode 400 is a milestone—and this conversation delivers.

In this powerful episode of the Forged in the Fires Podcast, Fireman Rob sits down with Kory Pearn, a Fire Captain and the visionary Founder, Publisher, and Editor-In-Chief of CRACKYL Magazine. Known for his bold voice in the fire service, Kory is redefining conversations around culture, wellness, leadership, and the evolving identity of the modern firefighter.

Kory shares his journey from the front lines of the fireground to building a respected media platform that challenges norms and sparks critical dialogue across the fire service. As an author, keynote speaker, and advisor, he brings insight into how departments can strengthen leadership, prioritize mental health, and build cultures rooted in accountability and resilience.

This episode dives into what it means to lead with intention, protect the integrity of the profession, and create space for hard—but necessary—conversations.

Find out more about Crackyl Magazine at https://crackyl.com.

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