Mike Rowe and the "City" Built for Disaster | FULL EPISODE | Somebody's Gotta Do It

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  • Mike Rowe visits the be-all-end-all first responder's training ground, Disaster City. Mike, despite having a bad ankle sprain, runs the course with rescue veteran Billy Parker, Darby Kittel's World of Tiny Texas Houses and Salvage Living Lifestyle.
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    0:00 Intro
    0:50 I Sprained My Ankle…
    2:44 Don't Worry, It's Just Makeup
    4:09 The Site of the Accident
    7:05 The Rescue (Spoiler)
    8:55 Founder; Expert; Champion
    12:00 Fire Training
    20:11 Emergency Operations Simulation
    23:34 The Calling
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  • @TheBurnsStuff
    @TheBurnsStuff Před rokem +271

    I'd watch pretty much anything with Mike Rowe. I know that if Mike is in it, its worth watching. Its going to be entertaining, educational and, creative.

  • @shazam6274
    @shazam6274 Před rokem +206

    Do I have this right? Mike is producing these 2017 shortened, re-edited versions for TBN and us on YT out his own pocket? Incredible! Huge thanks to Mike and also Craig Piligian for letting him do it.

    • @robertbanks5762
      @robertbanks5762 Před rokem +10

      No... This is not Dirty Jobs. He is producing his own YT series

    • @shazam6274
      @shazam6274 Před rokem +20

      @@robertbanks5762 "Somebody's Gotta Do It" is not "Dirty Jobs", but a new follow-on series also produced by Craig Piligian. Mike has re-edited them to be a bit shorter, without the commercial breaks, and puts them up on CZcams. He has said as much; ask him.

    • @alexubel
      @alexubel Před rokem

      @@robertbanks5762 This isn't a CZcams series. It is from 2014.

    • @mrpiccaso6517
      @mrpiccaso6517 Před 5 měsíci

      @@alexubeland if you type in on safari where to watch somebody’s gotta do it CZcams is the only place that has full episodes until the last two years when pure flix got it

  • @sumdumcat
    @sumdumcat Před rokem +425

    Mike Rowe, best T.V. personality ever. And an all around awesome guy.

    • @Raybo-68
      @Raybo-68 Před rokem

      A man cut from the old cloth... Presidential material

    • @jettmthebluedragon
      @jettmthebluedragon Před rokem +5

      I used to watch mike Rowe dirty jobs long ago when I was a kid 🙂

    • @aggrosaxon459
      @aggrosaxon459 Před rokem +2

      Agreed....we need more content of him

    • @scottbambam
      @scottbambam Před rokem +1

      I must agee with you completely. Also, he's much much more than that an though we may have been introduced to him through shows like "Dirty Jobs"
      Or perhaps his voice over work for the amazing show "The Deadliest Catch" how awesome is he and how much more has he done since those all those years ago... Now look at all the amazing shows and books and projects he's got going on.
      Keep on keeping on Big Mike.... We love your work.

    • @matthewgray1990
      @matthewgray1990 Před rokem +1

      I've literally watched this man from age 8 to 23 im 23 now just wish i had wifi and better means to keep up with him

  • @jenniferbutcher8393
    @jenniferbutcher8393 Před rokem +76

    Billy. You ARE the American Hero. Thank you for your service. And get well soon, Mike.

    • @chinncannon
      @chinncannon Před rokem +2

      Billy is the type of human we should all strive to be

  • @jeanm9521
    @jeanm9521 Před rokem +88

    Billy Parker is a true hero!! This is a great training facility with great instructors! God bless these and all those that train!

  • @jbrown1248
    @jbrown1248 Před rokem +72

    As being a FF in TX for 35 years and having been to TEEX fire field no less than a 100 times, great episode. I have pictures of me at 7 years old at the fire field in 1978. Not knowing that some 20 years later my father would work at there at the HazMat side of things and would instruct FF's all over Texas and the world.

  • @Bigjoeffemt
    @Bigjoeffemt Před rokem +23

    My class graduated from there in January this year! I'm a proud TEEX graduate and alumnus. So happy to see that place get some recognition beyond our world of emergency first responders! Thank you Mike!

  • @madusmaxamus8670
    @madusmaxamus8670 Před rokem +22

    To all the Fire fighters, Paramedics, Coast Guard and all the others that will jump into the fire rather than run from it we thank you. You honor us with your service and dedication to saving our lives and protecting us. You are not honored nearly enough for what you do, but some of us do realize and recognize your service. THANK YOU.

  • @Ivanovitch2885
    @Ivanovitch2885 Před rokem +65

    Mike, your parents are absolute gems. No wonder where you get your sense of humor from. Love these videos.

  • @jeffj2495
    @jeffj2495 Před rokem +35

    Billy - MAJOR KUDOS to you sir. My Dad had Parkinsons too. You are doing great, and it is great to see you active and contributing.

  • @Brian-cr6rb
    @Brian-cr6rb Před rokem +38

    Been a volunteer firefighter for 23 years now, this is beautiful God bless Parker and everyone involved with this site! Great job to Brother Rowe, his parents,and team for putting this together!

  • @indycustommade3568
    @indycustommade3568 Před rokem +16

    Someone with his passion and having Parkinson's disease who remains optimistic, selfless, and always willing to help others is truly remarkable. Despite facing challenges and obstacles in his daily life, his determination and perseverance to continue giving back to his community is a testament to his character. Billy's unwavering spirit and refusal to complain about his condition is a true inspiration to those around him, showing that with the right attitude, anything is possible. Billy's willingness to help others, despite his own struggles, is a shining example of the human capacity for kindness and empathy. Billy Parker, you are a true gem, and your impact on the world is immeasurable. we definitely need more people like Billy. I wish you well. Another great episode, Mike.

  • @Peter07Pal
    @Peter07Pal Před rokem +5

    Mike is one of the luckiest dudes out there, he gets to hang out with great people and tell share stories

  • @jordonmunson8212
    @jordonmunson8212 Před rokem +16

    I was a fireman for 15 years. Love the video Mike.

  • @robertweldon7909
    @robertweldon7909 Před rokem +8

    As with every person who served in the Navy, we were trained to fight "ship board" fires. We had to put out fuel oil fires, electrical fires and various small fires, Because of this, I and I'm sure all Navy Vets have a huge respect for the folks at this training school.
    Thanks Mike for taking us along with you, I hope your ankle heals soon. ;-)

  • @judyhanke1398
    @judyhanke1398 Před rokem +12

    A mother's job is never done! Mrs. Rowe is still taking care of her baby, lol

  • @terryprice1367
    @terryprice1367 Před rokem +11

    I have done many training classes at TEEX, and they are a world class organization. I'm so excited that you did this show to what we as first responders have to go through, either in training, or in real life. Love the show. Thanks Mike.

  • @johncoffman2703
    @johncoffman2703 Před rokem +11

    Best fire school in the country

  • @chrisb8154
    @chrisb8154 Před rokem +22

    Mike you really have a way of making everyone seem more important than you and all of us who take those people for granted. I appreciate you and your videos every time I see them. Please keep it up...and I know you will.

  • @StillSewCrazy
    @StillSewCrazy Před rokem +14

    Our favorite vacation when we were kids was spending a week at the fire field while our dad trained during the summer. He spent 30 + years as a volunteer firefighter.

  • @craigieb
    @craigieb Před rokem +4

    I had no time to watch this episode. I have 100 things I could be doing. But I can't resist Mike and his honest, easy, entertaining storytelling. As a video guy, I also learn a lot from watching the BTS footage. Mike and his team are truly a national treasure.

  • @mikemcdonald2755
    @mikemcdonald2755 Před rokem +7

    Billy is a hero among men! God bless you all

  • @Davewdmace
    @Davewdmace Před rokem +6

    Reminds me of damage control trainer in the navy. First thing out of my mouth was "nearest land is a mile deep the fire has to be put out"

  • @joedennehy386
    @joedennehy386 Před rokem +12

    Awesome man, your parents are so "Hard case" as we say in New Zealand, much, much more to you than simply the best voice-over artist for 30 years worldwide. Great video thanks Mike

  • @matttrella262
    @matttrella262 Před rokem +3

    This place is amazing! I was search and rescue 9-11 met a ton of great people. ❤️🇺🇸

    • @RICDirector
      @RICDirector Před rokem +1

      Thank and bless you for your service. Hoping you are well.

  • @bc65925
    @bc65925 Před rokem +4

    I was there a little over 30 years ago at their fire fighting school. Nothing like it then and they've turned it up a notch or two.

  • @Qualls_MD
    @Qualls_MD Před rokem +2

    Dang, class at TEEX would have been even more exciting with Mike Rowe there. Best part of being a texas firefighter is having the best school.

  • @cleverusername9369
    @cleverusername9369 Před rokem +11

    Mike seems like the easiest person in the world to get along with. He's already friends with everyone he meets

  • @JosephMullin
    @JosephMullin Před rokem +4

    I was an Asst. Dive Chief on an underwater recovery team in Massachusetts. On occasion I had to run the operation and deal with the press. It isn't easy.

  • @Brock_Corb
    @Brock_Corb Před rokem +13

    Only #MIKEROWE can get away with asking a guy that has Parkinson's if he remembers something yet nobody took offense because we all know how genuine he is LOL funny paradox, sad situation. I hope he lives out the rest of his days as much comfort as possible.

    • @brinkee7674
      @brinkee7674 Před rokem

      I'm sure Billy's memory is fine. Parkinson's effects the body and as Billy said his mind is clear. Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. It does not effect the mind like Alzheimer's

  • @RICHat22
    @RICHat22 Před rokem +2

    Some of my SAR training and urban rescue was by TEEX. Great people and curriculum.

  • @thetanu2224
    @thetanu2224 Před rokem +4

    Love going to TEEX! Never had a class where I didn't learn something and the instructors have (almost) all been great!! Hats off to Billy and his crew for the best training center in the world

  • @michaelhatala
    @michaelhatala Před rokem +5

    We need more shows with Mike hosting

  • @IQ-of-a-Goldfish
    @IQ-of-a-Goldfish Před rokem +3

    Nice, new Rowe stuff. Dude's a champ, I'll watch whatever he makes.

  • @g.e.fourie5672
    @g.e.fourie5672 Před rokem +2

    Could sit and watch episodes of Mike Rowe all day. He's probably the most genuinely humble TV personality around. I can only imagine what he has seen in his life and the amount of amazing people. Thank you for showing us things going on in our world that nobody even knows about!!

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR Před rokem +1

    Mike Rowe is the best, the tribute he paid to that humble man was amazingly kind.

  • @CieraMychele
    @CieraMychele Před rokem +2

    "Can we come with you for your colonoscopy too?" LMAO you know we'd watch

  • @seanpierce7673
    @seanpierce7673 Před rokem +2

    Lol ! Mike your one of a kind! The labor ready office in boulder,CO played
    Dirty jobs every day! We would watch you and we all have the deepest respect for you! Cause you truly do know hiw to get dirty and you know what us blue collor folks do! Thank you sir!

  • @jackwalsh1468
    @jackwalsh1468 Před rokem +4

    Hey Mikey! I really liked it a lot. Kudos, more to add to your "Curriculum vitae" and a "Fire Helmet", too. I liked that the video was a "Family Affair" with Mom and Dad, too Cheers, Mate.

  • @sheldonhall4572
    @sheldonhall4572 Před rokem +1

    Billy seems like a really awesome guy. It really makes me proud to have such honorable people dedicated to their passion to help and save people during a disaster or emergency situations. Why has he not been a contender for a Nobel Peace Prize, I'm very serious about it, who else has helped humanity more than this man?

    • @katiekane5247
      @katiekane5247 Před 11 měsíci

      They give those only to unworthy politically important people. The Billy's of this world don't expect prizes like that. Their feeling of pride in what they do, the respect given by their peers, that's their prize. Until the ultimate prize at the end of their lives. He'll sit on God's shoulder 🙏🤲

  • @manicmatt7773
    @manicmatt7773 Před rokem +2

    Love yar Mike. You are a wicked ambassador for USA.

  • @bigcountry5045
    @bigcountry5045 Před rokem +3

    IV BEEN TO THE TEEX FIRE SCHOOL ..... IT WAS SSOOO MUCH FUN ,,, AND HARD ... LEARNED A TON !!!! HEY MIKE ... YOU NEED TO GO TO THE HIGHSCHOOL THAT HAS ITS OWN FIREFIGHTER COURSE AND FIRE DEPT.

  • @sumguyman8656
    @sumguyman8656 Před rokem +1

    Billy, there's no telling how many lives you've saved. Thank you sir.

  • @mudddober
    @mudddober Před rokem +1

    I love how Mike is a common guy who celebrates real life hard working people who make this life run and work . Absolutely grateful to mike and his crew. Wonderful gentleman. Hope to meet him one day and shake his hand. Life long construction worker.

  • @jameswampler4073
    @jameswampler4073 Před rokem +3

    Love seeing this, I stepped on Braton field the first time in 1990. Been back dozens of times. Its an ever changing enviroment, gets better every time I go. The first time I went I had never face an industrial fire, just house and forest. Now I have face dozens of real fires and never afraid because of the training I got.

  • @humbledsparrows4687
    @humbledsparrows4687 Před rokem +4

    Lots of familiar faces, well done TEEX and thank you Mike for highlighting one of the best investments the United States Department of Homeland Security has made.

  • @kevinwallis2194
    @kevinwallis2194 Před rokem +1

    I retired from the fire sprinkler trade after 30 years, and my did did too for 30 years. Loved knowing my trade would save lives.

  • @mcvet57103
    @mcvet57103 Před rokem +4

    What an amazing bunch. These are true Americans doing what true Americans do to help train people to be ready for any situation.

  • @viscache1
    @viscache1 Před rokem +1

    Mike you’re a heck of a wordsmith but I think the word your were searching for in your commendation of Billy Parker is ‘LEGEND!’

  • @Marshall7302
    @Marshall7302 Před rokem +3

    that SHOT during the press conference about the incident being caused by a former tv host who was despondent over the show being canceled ... OUCH.. its about time mike did some jobs dirty or not, but necessary ones that keep the country and the world moving forward. Everything you do is interesting Mike, keep this content coming. Since the first episode of dirty jobs ive been hooked and learned so much over the years.

  • @birdsandthingsbeachandbush1064

    I like all his shows, it's his nice demeanor

  • @seminole715
    @seminole715 Před rokem +3

    Hi Mike, great show. I was fortunate to spend 13 years on our towns FD. The city that I lived in sent its FD members to Fire Training School (Texas A & M) in College Station Texas
    experience of a lifetime never forget it!

  • @phatboizbackyardkustomz9006

    44 year still on the job still Fireman, Best job in the world!!! That facility Probably the best one in the world for multi discipline training.

  • @coryv5679
    @coryv5679 Před rokem

    So glad Mike Rowe is back doing what he was born for.
    Can watch every single episode back to back but then I wouldn't have any more Mike Rowe to watch.

  • @RedneckJessi
    @RedneckJessi Před rokem +1

    God bless Billy Parker. ❤ In this life and his next. Way more than a champion.

  • @dirtbiker651
    @dirtbiker651 Před rokem +1

    Billy, you’re my inspiration! You GEYTER DUN!! Mike, you’re a gentleman and a scholar. To know you is to love you!!

  • @capicolaspicy
    @capicolaspicy Před rokem +1

    I think the world has gone completely mad at times, and then I watch a Billy Parker and others like him and I realize they represent the real majority. Good decent loving people. His passion for what he's doing is incredible, and because of it all of us benefit from the enhanced knowledge and training of those first responders who might be trying to save our own life one day!

  • @21lt
    @21lt Před rokem +1

    Disaster City is an amazing place to train if your a first responder. I was a member of Texas Task Force 1 for 28 years and I spent countless of hours on that collapsed garage prop. I know all those guys that came out on the show including the great Billy Parker. Great job Mike Rowe!!!

  • @kolbyleibenguth5984
    @kolbyleibenguth5984 Před 7 měsíci

    Mr. Rowe, thank you for real reality tv shows!!!! Mr. Billy Parker, thank you for you service. A real inspiration, icon, role model, and hero!

  • @savimoore
    @savimoore Před rokem

    My Dad has been a firefighter/ paramedic for over 30 years and has been a Captain for a few years now; he’s been with the same fire department. He first became a firefighter when he was in the Navy. He has always been, and will always be, my Hero. His best friend, Destry Horton, who was also a firefighter at the same department, sacrificed his life putting out a wildfire. Thank you to every firefighter that risks their lives day in and day out to protect us, regardless of the potential sacrifices.

  • @seedless-bud
    @seedless-bud Před rokem +8

    this was a great look into our first responders! and i think it is so cool that you started a CZcams channel Mike!!!!!! looking forward to all the other videos!!!!

  • @Kook5point5Six
    @Kook5point5Six Před rokem +1

    I did my fire school there it was an amazing experience. The episode doesn't really do justice on just how big and cool it is.
    Mr. Rowe, you're a standup guy 🤙🏽

  • @tamireeves8376
    @tamireeves8376 Před rokem +2

    I was just tickled pink when I pulled over to sleep for the night, and I saw that this video was posted! Thank you for sharing another “Somebody’s Gotta Do it” video! I love this show! ♥️

  • @samebert4440
    @samebert4440 Před rokem +2

    Thanks Mike for showcasing all those heroes !!! May God bless them all!

  • @tomcleghorn4005
    @tomcleghorn4005 Před rokem

    The world needs more Mr Billy Parker.

  • @davidelack8809
    @davidelack8809 Před rokem

    Mr Rowe, you are a priceless treasure to this nation! Thank you for inspiring, entertaining and stirring the soul!

  • @hiho8084
    @hiho8084 Před rokem +1

    I love that your parents come with you to your medical appointment. Another interesting and fun episode. Wow! That make-up....so grotesquely real! Hope your ankle healed up quickly!

  • @josephprentice8354
    @josephprentice8354 Před rokem +1

    We love Billy Parker truly a hero

  • @jeffirwin2491
    @jeffirwin2491 Před rokem

    Mike Rowe is a true
    Red, White and Blue American!!
    You sir are an American Treasure!!
    Thank you to your parents!
    Thank you Mike!

  • @MrTimEarl
    @MrTimEarl Před rokem +1

    Sure glad to see you back at it Mike !!!!!!!!

  • @johnb8440
    @johnb8440 Před rokem +1

    The phrase that I remember is that 'you rarely rise to the occasion, but you always fall back on training.'
    Places like this allow you to train in the most realistic of levels.

  • @jessefugate8154
    @jessefugate8154 Před 7 měsíci

    Billy Parker is my newest true hero now! He is awesome and I really appreciated when u commented on him not wanting to brag boast or say anything positive towards himself and for him to be battling with his condition and showing up lacing up his boots day in and out to do his job no matter what.,, just remarkable and so selfless of him! Thank u to all first responders and crews ! I was in a bad wreck and if not for folks like these I’d not be here to brag on Billy Parker and all these type of folks in the world

  • @hammer9390
    @hammer9390 Před rokem +3

    Mike, hope your ankle heals soon. Great video.

  • @pattucker5272
    @pattucker5272 Před rokem +1

    So glad he is doing another show. Love him and his parents

  • @juaerez69
    @juaerez69 Před rokem

    Thank you Mike. We love you man!

  • @KRAVER_
    @KRAVER_ Před rokem

    Billy Parker you the Man !! Very Appreciative for what you do.

  • @donwilber1628
    @donwilber1628 Před rokem +2

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing the work these heroes do.

  • @Blackwaterjack
    @Blackwaterjack Před rokem +2

    Billy is an amazing person massive respect

  • @no_lft_shft
    @no_lft_shft Před rokem

    I love what Mike Rowe does. Incredible.

  • @timothycormier3494
    @timothycormier3494 Před rokem

    Mike Rowe. The best narrator in television!! In my opinion, the best in television history. But ya know about opinions. 😁

  • @macdezignr
    @macdezignr Před rokem

    what a amazing group of guys, as you said thats a calling. Much love to Billy and his crew, cheers Mike!

  • @phoenixrising4073
    @phoenixrising4073 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Mr. Parker. Great job all of you!

  • @biglurp7040
    @biglurp7040 Před 6 měsíci

    You got me with the "it's not a job, it's a calling". Thank you for all you do!

  • @sandy-rr1by
    @sandy-rr1by Před rokem

    Busting his chops!!! Fun was had by all. Thank goodness there are people who train for rescue!!!

  • @Out-to-Pastor
    @Out-to-Pastor Před rokem +2

    Love it Keep up the new stuff and get better!

  • @charleywalker2982
    @charleywalker2982 Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.

  • @bc30cal99
    @bc30cal99 Před rokem +1

    Greetings from south central BC, thanks for the video. The local FD in the city north of us has at least a couple graduates of that TEEX school and they spoke highly of it. Stay well.

  • @milicom4227
    @milicom4227 Před 8 měsíci

    I grew up as an Aggie and my grandparents used to tell me of the training done at disaster city. Loved seeing this in action finally!

  • @Aaron-ge1hy
    @Aaron-ge1hy Před rokem

    This was fantastic! So many fantastic people/heros. 👍🏼 Thank you! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @skeletor8575
    @skeletor8575 Před rokem +2

    Just found Mike again and wow.. So many childhood memories watching discovery channel all day long flooded back. Truly amazing work Mike!

  • @aaronhilden3911
    @aaronhilden3911 Před rokem

    Thank you Billy Parker for everything you do, you are a true hero.
    And thank you Mike Rowe for highlighting how amazing of a facility Teex/Brayton fire field is. I would have loved to have been there for our yearly fire school while you were there.

  • @xAllSystemsReadyx
    @xAllSystemsReadyx Před rokem

    Thank God for Billy, True American Hero! I love seeing this inside scope like this of our Hero's, I so love and respect guys like Billy and his crew...

  • @ironhead9507
    @ironhead9507 Před rokem

    My new favorite show. Thank you good sir

  • @dfb1111
    @dfb1111 Před rokem +1

    Great episode!

  • @abubaca2683
    @abubaca2683 Před rokem

    Man. You're something else. Thank you. And thank you so much for bringing attention to people that truly matter. You just make the world a better place.

  • @mandy648
    @mandy648 Před rokem +1

    Wow, Billy Parker is amazing!

  • @madmommy
    @madmommy Před rokem +8

    Be careful with that ankle Mike, or you’ll be wearing that 🤬 boot for a lot longer! (Speaking from experience). Hope you healed up quickly!

  • @redrum6573
    @redrum6573 Před rokem

    What amazing people thank you guys so much. Thank you so much for being there when everone eles is running away. Thank you.

  • @BlindmanDru
    @BlindmanDru Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you to all of our first responders

  • @journeybrook9357
    @journeybrook9357 Před rokem +1

    So Cool. Let Billy Parker know from fans a big💋 Thank you.