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This show covers everything—life, creativity, purpose, mental health, identity, leadership, culture, and the moments that shape who we become beyond our titles. Some episodes feature thoughtful guests from all walks of life. Others are solo reflections where Severen breaks down ideas, experiences, and lessons in real time.

There’s no hype here. No hustle talk for the sake of noise. Just real conversations, honest perspectives, and intentional thinking designed to help you perform better, live fuller, and create with purpose.

If you’re someone who’s capable, curious, and tired of surface-level content, you’re in the right place.

To learn more, visit the blog at https://www.championized.com

Or connect through social media at https://www.iamsevy.com]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Severen Hendersonhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/93b84f57b0402325af41e34cb87867df.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-fire-podcast-fueling-innovation-resiliency-excellence-hosted-by-severen-henderson--6423043Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:45:12 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren Hendersonsevy@championized.comSeveren is a Chicago firefighter and Firecast is a Podcast is a show about everything! Together we will tackle any and every issue through conversations. Because no problem gets dealt with, without first having a conversation. So please join us on...
This show covers everything—life, creativity, purpose, mental health, identity, leadership, culture, and the moments that shape who we become beyond our titles. Some episodes feature thoughtful guests from all walks of life. Others are solo reflections where Severen breaks down ideas, experiences, and lessons in real time.

There’s no hype here. No hustle talk for the sake of noise. Just real conversations, honest perspectives, and intentional thinking designed to help you perform better, live fuller, and create with purpose.

If you’re someone who’s capable, curious, and tired of surface-level content, you’re in the right place.

To learn more, visit the blog at https://www.championized.com

Or connect through social media at https://www.iamsevy.com]]>trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fintech-credit-repair-and-buying-power-with-rocelle-hampton--72688876
Rocelle breaks down how credit impacts buying power, why so many people feel stuck renting, and what it really takes to start preparing for homeownership. The conversation also touches on current housing challenges, interest rates, financial education, and how the right tools and guidance can help people repair, build, and better understand their credit.

This episode is for anyone who wants to stop guessing about money, credit, and home buying, and start building a real plan. Whether you are thinking about purchasing your first home, cleaning up your credit, or just trying to understand how financing works, this conversation gives you a strong starting point. 

Tap in, take notes, and get Championized.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72688876Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:43:51 +0000Severen HendersonIn this episode of The Championized Podcast with Severen “Sevy” Henderson, Sevy sits down with Rocelle Hampton, a Chicagoland Realtor and FinTech expert, for a practical conversation about credit, homeownership, financing, and the steps people can...
Rocelle breaks down how credit impacts buying power, why so many people feel stuck renting, and what it really takes to start preparing for homeownership. The conversation also touches on current housing challenges, interest rates, financial education, and how the right tools and guidance can help people repair, build, and better understand their credit.

This episode is for anyone who wants to stop guessing about money, credit, and home buying, and start building a real plan. Whether you are thinking about purchasing your first home, cleaning up your credit, or just trying to understand how financing works, this conversation gives you a strong starting point. 

Tap in, take notes, and get Championized.]]>1936a,buyer,buying,chicagoland,credit,education,estate,financial,fintech,first,home,homeownership,housing,mortgage,rates,real,realtor,repair,technology,timefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-f-i-r-e-podcast-guest-bryan-velez--63931466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63931466Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:54:50 +0000Severen HendersonFor this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with former (retired) Chicago Fire Fighter Bryan Velez. He's happy and healthy while being a Training Captain in Florida. Tune in as we talk about his career journey, his transition to...3881fire,firefighter,firefighterretirement,firefightertrainingtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-brotherhood-beyond-the-fire-conversations-with-columbus-firefighters-quintion-echols-and-anthony-walker-jr--63018613thefirepodcast.podbean.com/1dcf480b-6348-3889-87de-0845ec0df4e1Fri, 18 Oct 2024 21:22:14 +0000Severen HendersonIn this episode of The FIRE Podcast, host Severen Henderson sits down with his good friends Quintion Echols and Anthony Walker Jr., both seasoned firefighters from Columbus, Ohio. Together, they dive into their unique experiences in the fire service,...3838false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-creative-dynamic-duo-behind-swish-house-and-more-advertising--63018603tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1447920814Thu, 16 Feb 2023 02:24:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with the creative dynamic duo behind Swish House and more Advertising3287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/swish-house--63018620tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1402277875Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down with Jonathon Dues and Caitlin Ackerman of Swish House to talk fitness.4414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/danny-kulasik-producer-engineer--63018602tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1381946338Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with his producer Danny Kulasik about his work in music production, podcast production, and his personal history.1359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-heroes-of-fire-part-4--63018608tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1377900739Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev speaks with Capt. Malick Bilal, President of the IABPFF Chicago FD Chapter. Topics include minorities in the fire service.2568falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troy-berry--63018612tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1374156154Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with frequent guest and best friend Troy about the upcoming US elections.5406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-heroes-of-fire-part-3--63018604tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1347093412Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonGuests: John Hardy, Alexander Watts, and Samuel Clark Sev gets the opportunity to speak with 3 retired Chicago Fire Department Paramedics. 2 of whom started the Paramedic program in the City of Chicago as we know it. The group talks about their...3426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-heroes-of-fire-part-2--63018609tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1336188970Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down and talks with AC Mikel and Dekalb Walcott III being firefighters, their music careers and what’s next for them as a rap duo.3154falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-heroes-of-fire-part-1--63018606tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1333813726Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with Retired Chiefs Dekalb Walcott and Chief Les Noy. They talk about The Book Black Hero’s of Fire. And the upcoming 150th year Anniversary of Engine 21 the house where the fire industries Fire Pole was invented.3627falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brent-vanbruaene--63018601tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1312291846Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:05:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with Brent VanBruaene of the IRRS about a swift water rescue class that he took.1331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antwan-dobson--63018615tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1310039143Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:47:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down to speak with Antwan Dobson, an officer in the Chicago Fire Dept. about his journey to the job.3533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wmw--63018650tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1272198112Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with WMW Entertainment about modeling, acting & overall entertainment.2950falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/firecast-lee-reeve--63018664tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1276003492Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev and Ambrosia get the opportunity to speak with an out of country guest Lee Reeve who was in the midwest to talk about all things cider and his magazine publication from Japan.4268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/firecast-advice-01--63018607tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1257558460Tue, 07 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev gives advice from some sources1363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/darryl-walton--63018621tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1272174796Tue, 31 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with his friend Darryl Walton about fire service, friendship and life.2524falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jeffery-berger--63018617tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1236272716Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev + Jeff speak about Jeff's new eBook dedicated to mental health and their participation with Amare Global.2612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michelle-foik-of-eris--63018654tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1236267046Sat, 26 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonAmbrosia + Sev talk with Michelle Foik of Eris Cider, Brewing and Restaurant about imposter syndrome within the service industry.4946falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dekalb-walcott-with-his-wife-catiria-daughter-xianili--63018655tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1236279190Fri, 25 Mar 2022 19:38:00 +0000Severen HendersonEndometriosis discussion for March awareness month3061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-black-fire-brigade--63018652tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1192828567Tue, 11 Jan 2022 18:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to the principal and two student graduates of the Black Fire Brigade. They talk about first response, being minorities in the service and supporting the community. Teri Winston (Principal of BFB) Javar Murphy (BFB Graduate) Gabby Carter...3128falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-thornton-jr-of-healchicago-net--63018661tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1164785839Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to the dispatcher of the incident involving deceased officer Ella French4911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keana-tucker--63018657tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1162145482Wed, 17 Nov 2021 23:51:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down with Keana Tucker who is a mental health advocate. Together they talk about issues surrounding mental health issues.3209falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cam-neal--63018619tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1108426519Tue, 14 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to an old high school friend about her role in the mental health world as a professional mental health psychologist.2275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mike-vitale--63018653tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1121942755Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev visits the Village of Lincolnshire to talk firefighting, on & off duty activities and rescue dogs3304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-dekalbs-wolcotts--63018648tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1121937823Thu, 09 Sep 2021 21:35:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to father & son Fire Department members3934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-darell-payne-part-2--63018651tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1100326561Tue, 24 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev gets interviewed on all of his entrepreneurial journeys.2765falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charles-nickens--63018643tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1108372147Tue, 24 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with childhood friend Charles Nickens about mental health, being an entrepreneur and sports.2145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elliott-waller--63018659tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1108420396Wed, 18 Aug 2021 22:13:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down in person with fellow firefighter Elliot Waller. They discuss comedy, hobbies, and life activities outside of the firehouse.3698falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-darrell-payne-part-1--63018624tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1100322991Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with a friend about being an engineer on the Chicago Fire Department2523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-3-cops-talk--63018649tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1100320705Tue, 10 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev Speaks With An Officer From 3 Cops Talk2221falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-terrence-leftridge--63018629tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1086890746Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:13:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to accountability coach from UnStopABLE Coaching Services, Terrance Leftridge about public speaking and entrepreneurship1692falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-mike-celiga--63018663tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1086880117Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:51:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to his first partner in a full time capacity when he started in East Cleveland. They talk about mental health & the fire service4396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-anthony-and-anton-downing-the-downing-bros-hosts-of-the-trutv-show-backyard-bar-wars--63018605tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1081453663Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev and the Downing Brothers talk real estate, TV shows, Podcasts and Fire. The Downing Brothers, known for their show "Double Down" on HGTV, and currently starring on “Backyard Bar Wars” on truTV1861falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-vince-castaneda-and-randal-ives-from-within-thin-lines-podcast--63018633tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1055530798Tue, 25 May 2021 18:24:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to Vince and Randall from the podcast "Within thin lines" and enjoy the bourbon "Tango Hotel"4731falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-ken-johnson-and-vince-zittnan--63018622tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1037148124Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:40:00 +0000Severen HendersonEpisode 20: Ken Johnson and Vince Zittnan by Severen Henderson3532falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-with-academy-classmate-lewis-fox--63018618tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1024819921Thu, 08 Apr 2021 03:22:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev and lewis talk about uprooting and moving for a job1701falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/with-dorian-vance--63018628tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/964893244Sat, 16 Jan 2021 22:14:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to one of his good friends from the fire department, Dorian. Dorian is a native of Chicago born and raised. Dorian shares a very personal story of an accident that he had.3689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-whiskey-episode-w-podcasters-from-fire-and-iron-media-and-special-guests--63018658tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/958323103Tue, 05 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSpecial Whiskey episode with Fire and Iron media Podcasters from Chicagos Bravest stories and Alpha Koncepts. we all sit down and learn about Whiskey from Master Distiller Bill Besser and Bartender/ Manager Tony Staunton6883falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-severen-talks-to-friends-antoine-crews-a-troy-barry--63018634tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/951497965Tue, 22 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to long time friends Antoine Crews and Troy Barry in this 2 part episode4332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-severen-talks-to-longtime-friend-jake-biros--63018611tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/945996850Tue, 15 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev Talks to Jake Biros longtime friend about their journey from Cleveland to Chicago and ultimatley working for the Chicago fire department2373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-severen-talks-to-doug-aller-from-ncbg--63018645tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/937469812Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:44:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev Talks to Doug Aller From New Concepts Benefit Group about all things financial, money and how it relates to the public safety employee. from the start of a career until the end.3881falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-sev-talks-to-michael-spencer-part-2--63018627tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/934121053Sun, 22 Nov 2020 20:06:00 +0000Severen HendersonPart 2 with Michael Spencer and where Mike is in his life today4287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-sev-talks-to-mike-spencer-part-1--63018647tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/931908142Thu, 19 Nov 2020 04:12:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to Mike Spencer about his journey fulfilling his dream of becoming a firefighter/paramedic for the Chicago Fire Department and the crazy twist of fate life threw his way.4106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-with-emily-correa--63018616tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/919343860Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:48:00 +0000Severen HendersonSave talks to gold star life coach Emily1336falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-with-chief-johnny-brewington-and-cpt-mark-mccary--63018646tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/909208840Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:58:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to long time friends Chief Johnny Brewington and Captain Mark Mccary of the Woodmere Fire Department.2500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-episode-with-troy-berry--63018637tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/894489625Wed, 16 Sep 2020 23:06:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks to long time friend Troy Berry about politics, sports, pop culture and friendship.4621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-with-troy-berry-and-tony-staunton--63018635tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/891756760Fri, 11 Sep 2020 22:07:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev talks with friend Troy Berry and a conversation with Tony Staunton about alcohol and sobriety.4644falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-with-sev-s-mom-and-kids--63018640tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/891213637Fri, 11 Sep 2020 03:33:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down with his mom and kids and talks about having a son and father who is a first responder2883falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-with-dan-persinger--63018641tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/883110973Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:03:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to Dan Persinger about Chaplaincy and the fire service.3157falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-with-thomas-kral-owner-of-alpha-koncepts--63018631tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/871618879Tue, 18 Aug 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to Thomas Kral, firearms instructor, gun rights advocate and owner of Alpha Koncepts.3521falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-episode-2-sev-sits-down-with-the-kids--63018625tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/869671705Tue, 04 Aug 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSev sits down with his kids for a funny family podcast.1383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-sev-talks-to-firefighters-wives--63018632tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/868085032Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:57:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks to firefighter wives. They discuss what life is like being married to a firefighter.3829falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-episode-sev-talks-to-ghadi-cole-from-openhydrant216--63018614tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/861602041Wed, 22 Jul 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren goes to Cleveland to interview a long time friend, Ghadi Cole. He is a starting his own podcast and you can find him @openhydrant2161916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-severen-sits-down-with-ambrosia-borowski--63018623tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/861594961Tue, 21 Jul 2020 22:11:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren sits down with Ambrosia Borowski. Ambrosia is the General Manager/ Beverage Director of The Northman Beer & Cider Garden, Director of Cider Operations - Notherman Pub Cider, Founder of Chicago Cider Week, and Captain of the Team BAMS. -...3533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-severen-talks-with-veaduxsprings--63018636tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/853426498Tue, 14 Jul 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks with VeaduxSprings. They discuss fitness, heath and diets in the fire service.4139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-severen-discuses-human-trafficking--63018638tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/853399675Tue, 07 Jul 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren discuses human trafficking with two health care professionals from Ohio.3792falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-severen-sits-down-with-darrell-payne--63018630tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/845688223Tue, 30 Jun 2020 06:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren sits down with Darrell Payne and talks about life.2559falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-vince-zittnan-co-host-of-chicagos-bravest-stories--63018642tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/845037664Tue, 23 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren interviews Vince Zittnan, a 10 year veteran paramedic with the CFD, Co-host of Chicago's Bravest Stories Podcast, and Managing Partner of Fire & Iron Media, LLC.2090falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-steve-gatewood--63018644tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/841735996Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:40:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren talks with his good friend, Steve Gatewood, an Engineer/EMT with the Chicago Fire Department.1705falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-podcast-introduction--63018610tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/840266581Mon, 15 Jun 2020 00:14:00 +0000Severen HendersonSeveren Introduces Department 3C Podcast.467falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/severen-henderson-guest-spot-on-chicago-s-bravest-stories--63018639tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/839624899Sat, 13 Jun 2020 19:34:00 +0000Severen HendersonFirefighter Severen Henderson of Department3c talks with Vince from Chicago's Bravest Stories Podcast about life in the firehouse, his company, and his new book!1351falsefull