Ep 599 features Amy, a 911 professional out of Buncombe County Public Safety in North Carolina.

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Episode topics –

• Amy’s start in public safety, transitioning from a hospital translator to 911 dispatcher

• Handling overwhelming call volumes and life-or-death situations during Hurricane Helene

• The emotional impact of difficult calls and the importance of peer support and self-care

• Adapting to chaos, including technology breakdowns and working without contact from family

• Moments of hope: community support, the power of kind words, and the road to recovery

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Ep 598 features Stephanie, Director of 911 at Henderson County Sheriff's Office out of NC .

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Episode topics –

• Stephanie's 18 years of experience in public safety.

• The unprecedented challenges of Hurricane Helene in Henderson County.

• The difficulties faced by 911 dispatchers, including increased call volume and lack of resources.

• The emotional toll on public safety workers as they tried to help their community.

• Positive outcomes and improved camaraderie among the team post-crisis.

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Ep 597 features Stephen, a Senior Telecommunicator with Danville Fire Department Emergency Communications.

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Episode topics –

• Stephen shares his journey into public safety and how he started as a junior firefighter at the age of 16.

• The transition from EMS to corrections and eventually into dispatch.

• Importance of good training and support system for new hires in dispatch.

• Discussions on how public safety professions can affect personal relationships and parenting.

• The significance of talking about mental health and wellness in this profession.

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Ep 596 features Chase, a 911 professional out of Ohio.

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Episode topics –

• Introduction to Chase's unexpected entry into the public safety field.

• Challenges of being a 19-year-old working alone in a jail.

• Chase's transition from aspiring police officer to passionate dispatcher.

• The significance of having a strong support system in 911 dispatch.

• Reflections on how the profession impacts personal growth and emotional resilience.

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