Within The Trenches

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 240 features State of Alabama Market Manager with INdigital, Caleb. In this episode we visit his public safety background along with a look at the devastation caused by the EF4 tornado that hit Lee County, Alabama on March 3, 2019. This is an episode you do not want to miss! Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Caleb’s 9-1-1 story Responding as an EMT after the destruction of a tornado in 2011 EF4 tornado in Lee County, Alabama on March 3, 2019 As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 239 features the story of how I met Gary Allen, former dispatcher of 20 years, technical writer, former editor of Dispatch Monthly and Dispatch Magazine On-line, and how this one connection changed my life. This is an episode you do not want to miss! Cult of Mac - Remembering Gary Allen, Apple stores’ most devoted overnight camper 911ceu.com - Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – How I met Gary Allen A connection that changed my life Allegan County pursuit audio As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 238 features First Vice President Monica Million and current NENA President Jamison Peevyhouse. This is an episode you do not want to miss! NENA - Facebook | Twitter | Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – 9-1-1 Goes to Washington recap 9-1-1 dispatcher reclassification NENA teaser announcement As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 237 features FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel. In this episode we talk about her support and advocacy for 9-1-1 dispatcher reclassification and her work with Congresswoman Norma Torres. This is an episode you do not want to miss! FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel – Podcast | Twitter | Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – 9-1-1 dispatcher reclassification Ongoing support for 9-1-1 dispatchers Her work with Congresswoman Norma Torres As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 236 features U.S. Representative for California’s 35th District, Congresswoman Norma Torres. In this episode we recap episode 117, which was the first time we spoke, and now, three years later, the fight to reclassify 9-1-1 dispatchers under the protective class continues. Thank you Congresswoman Torres, for your time, your effort, your amazing staff and for the big announcement. This is an episode you do not want to miss! Congresswoman Norma Torres – Facebook | Twitter | Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Recap - Episode 117 9-1-1 dispatcher reclassification A big announcement As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 235 features my wife Rebecca and a cameo from our 14 year old son Logan. We share stories from our family life during my time as a 9-1-1 dispatcher and read responses from #IfICouldTellYouOneThing. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Family life during my time as a 9-1-1 dispatcher As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 234 features Mel of the HumorUs Podcast and we go over Buzzfeed’s 16 WTF 9-1-1 calls that will make you question humanity. It’s an episode you do not want to miss. HumorUs Podcast - Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Buzzfeed’s 16 WTF 9-1-1 calls that will make you question humanity As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.  

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 233 features Rachel, Communications Training Officer and 9-1-1 dispatcher out of Michigan. It’s an episode you do not want to miss. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Rachel’s 9-1-1 story Calls that stick with us Auditioning for MasterChef A call to action to FOX As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 232 covers a recap of travels, responses to questions from listeners and more! It’s an episode you don’t want to miss. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Recap of travels #IfICouldTellYouOneThing What it once was… - A look into the future of 9-1-1 dispatch As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 231 is an Imagine Listening episode and features stories from the #IAM911 movement. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – #IAM911 stories As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 230 features Erica, dispatcher and CTO with Calhoun County 9-1-1 out of Michigan. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Erica’s 9-1-1 story Taking a call for someone you know working in the area you live in Becoming a CTO and advice for others who are interested in doing it As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 229 features Tracy Eldridge, Public Safety Community Engagement Manager with RapidSOS and Dr. Michelle Lilly. This was recorded live from the 2018 IPSTA Conference in Springfield, Illinois. Supported by: INdigital Contact Tracy at teldridge@rapidsos.com or find her on Facebook and Linkedin Dr. Michelle Lilly / 911 Recovers - Facebook | Twitter | Web   Episode topics – Dispatch and PTSD 911 Recovers A look at Tracy’s closing speech on her PTSD story As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 228 features Juan, telecommunicator with Lake County Sheriff’s Office, IL. This was recorded live from the 2018 IPSTA Conference in Springfield, Illinois. Supported by: INdigital Follow Juan on Facebook | Instagram | Snapchat - ninejuan1 | Web (Dj services)   Episode topics – Juan’s 9-1-1 story America’s Most Wanted Juan’s transformation As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 227 is a live audience episode of Open Mic. This was recorded live from the 2018 IPSTA Conference in Springfield, Illinois. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Open Mic & outrageous 9-1-1 stories As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 226 is a live audience episode of Imagine Listening and Open Mic. This was recorded live from the 2018 IPSTA Conference in Springfield, Illinois. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – #IAM911 stories As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 225 features Jennifer, dispatcher and CTO with Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Rob McMullen, Director of Vigo County 9-1-1 out of Indiana and Immediate Past President of NENA and was recorded live from the 2018 IPSTA Conference in Springfield, Illinois. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – It could happen to you - a session by Rob on an on duty officer death As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 224 features Nathan Lee and Ryan Chambers of the Denise Amber Lee Foundation and was recorded live from Orange Beach, Alabama for the Gulf Coast Conference. Denise Amber Lee Foundation - Facebook | Twitter | Web Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – The story of Denise Amber Lee The Denise Amber Lee Foundation Accomplishments The future As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 223 features Open Mic stories and was recorded live from Orange Beach, Alabama for the Gulf Coast Conference. Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Open Mic stories As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 222 features the #IAM911 stories of the professionals of Alabama and was recorded live from Orange Beach, Alabama for the Gulf Coast Conference. This episode also features an anonymous article called, “But we are secretaries…” Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – #IAM911 stories As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to another episode of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 9-1-1 dispatchers who live them. Episode 221 features Meagan, Megan and Ryan, 9-1-1 professionals with Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority out of Michigan. NICE – Facebook | Twitter | Web NICE Recognizes 2018 PSAPs’ Finest Award Winners  Ottawa County dispatchers involved in life-saving attempt at pool Supported by: INdigital Episode topics – Meagan, Megan and Ryan share their 9-1-1 stories Vegas Save Telecommunicator of the Year And more  As always, if you have any comments, questions, or you would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.