Beyond the Stretch
Beyond the Stretch is a fire service podcast delivering real-life advice for listeners. Prepare to be entertained by co-hosts Uncle Mike and Cousin Vinnie as they discuss all aspects of the job while sharing unscripted lessons from their career's experiences.
Podcasting since 2022 • 52 episodes
Beyond the Stretch
Latest Episodes
BTS Episode 52 - BC Adam Oleszkowicz - "Half Way"
Cousin Vinnie and Uncle Mike welcome Battalion Chief Adam Oleszkowicz to the garage for a rare guest appearance on Beyond the Stretch. With nearly 20 years in the fire service, Adam talks about good firefighters and officers who are willing to ...
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Season 5
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Episode 52
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49:45
BTS - Episode 51 - "Menu"
Back in El Garage for Season 5, Cousin Vinnie and Uncle Mike kick things off talking music, Olympic hype, and why Snoop Dogg somehow makes perfect sense as Team USA’s ambassador. Episode 51 brings laid-back firehouse vibes, random song debates,...
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Season 5
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Episode 51
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22:27
BTS - Episode 50 - "Open Mic"
Episode 50 hits different. Cousin Vinnie and Uncle Mike celebrate the milestone with family in the room, twins in the mix, and a quick reminder that Beyond the Stretch is still “family-friendly” in 2026. There’s light banter, dad pride, reflect...
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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40:59
BTS - Episode 49 - "Unwilling"
Episode 49 almost died thanks to bad whiskey, root beer, and a cursed SD card. But we’re back. Unwilling is firehouse chaos, family moments, and real talk you didn’t know you needed.
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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38:18
BTS - Episode 48 - "Thermostat"
In this episode, we toe the line of one of the edgiest firehouse roles—acting company officer. Uncle Mike throws down the challenge: Are you the thermostat or the thermometer? One sets the tone, the other just reacts. No fluff, no hand...
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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37:24