Beyond the Bugles

Beyond the Bugles is a podcast hosted by Assistant Chief Jacob Johnson of the Pearland, TX, Fire Department, where he sits down with guests to discuss leadership at the chief officer level.

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Chief Jacob Johnson interviews retired Chief David Jones of the Addison, TX, Fire Department to discuss leadership when it comes to smaller fire departments and collaboration,...
Sept. 21, 2026
Chief Jacob Johnson sits down with Battalion Chief Marc Aloan to discuss leadership, the emotions that can go along with it and how each of their experiences have impacted their...
Aug. 10, 2026
Chief Jacob Johnson and Capt. Rusty Ryan, of the Pearland, TX, Fire Department discuss leadership during disasters as Ryan led search and rescue teams during the central Texas...
July 13, 2026
Chief Jacob Johnson is joined by fellow Chief Shane Bridges, as the two discuss leadership, culture and mentorship from the perspective of the Pearland Fire Department.
June 15, 2026
Chief Jacob Johnson is joined by Sugar Land, TX, Fire Department, Chief Mark Campise as they dive into how they experienced building trust and legacy as they climbed through the...
May 18, 2026
Chief Jacob Johnson is joined by Fire Chief Les Stephens, of the San Marcos, TX, Fire Department, on the new episode of Beyond the Bugles. The two discuss integrity, accountability...
April 20, 2026
On this episode of Beyond the Bugles, Chief Jacob Johnson is joined by retired Chief Dennis Reilly as they discuss integrity, moral courage and setting the tone in your fire company...
March 9, 2026
A new Firehouse Magazine podcast brings you, "Beyond the Bugles" hosted by Assistant Chief Jacob Johnson, where he and guests discuss leadership at the chief officer level.
Feb. 9, 2026