In The Box: An interview with Richard Ray

August 11, 2026

In this episode of In The Box, Durham (NC) Battalion Chief Richard Ray joins Joe and Will to talk about recruitment, training, leadership, and why being a professional firefighter has nothing to do with whether you collect a paycheck. Chief Ray shares lessons from both perspectives and challenges departments to think differently about how they bring in and develop the next generation. Watch the full episode for a conversation worth hearing no matter what kind of department you serve.

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