INTERVIEWS

Nine years on the front lines and eight years posing for the world’s most famous calendar. Ben Wallace isn’t driven by fame—he’s driven by impact. In this exclusive interview, the Australian firefighter opens up about the powerful camaraderie that defines his career and the deeply motivating sense of purpose that keeps him grounded.

Markos Papadatos interviews Jimmy Morris of the 2026 Australian Firefighters Calendar shares his incredible journey. He details the life-changing moment he got lost at sea while commercial diving—an experience that became his "aha! moment" to become a firefighter. Morris also discusses the strong brotherhood of the calendar and the vital $3.5 million-plus raised for charity.