"Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms: African American Women's Legacy in the Fire Service.

Greetings, I'm Karen Slider, a retired firefighter/paramedic from the Los Angeles city Fire Department. I'm thrilled to introduce myself as the host of an exciting new podcast titled: "Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms: African American Women's Legacy in the Fire Service." Get a sneak peek of the incredible stories that await in our short trailer. Thank you for tuning in!

Creators & Guests

Host
Karen Slider
Karen Slider, retired firefighter/paramedic host- was the 2nd Black Female firefighter with the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Guest
D'Lisa Dvies
D'Lisa Davies retired Captain was the first black female firefighter with Los Angeles Fire Department
Guest
Karen Slider
Producer
Michael Slider
Designer
Sydney Breakfield

What is "Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms: African American Women's Legacy in the Fire Service.?

Tune in to our podcast, where African-American women firefighters/paramedics share their own words, recounting their awe-inspiring journey, challenges, and impact on the fire service. Through their firsthand accounts, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for their resilience, uncover the layers of history they've shaped, and recognize their transformative role in this vital profession."