“Compassion will get you a long way in this job,” JoinFDNY Podcast Episode 34
October 30, 2025“I can think of no greater feeling than being the one that’s called on” says Firefighter Zachary Austin. During a conversation with our host, Captain Randy Li, Firefighter Austin speaks on his military experience, and the similarities shared between the Department and military that inspired him to join and continue his career within the FDNY.
ICYMI: Last month, EMS Recruitment Director Brandon Mahon and EMT Jhaleesa McClain sat down to speak on the EMS Filing period and the necessary steps to make that leap into the a job of service with FDNY EMS.

