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Within the Trenches

Within the Trenches

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 9-1-1 where is your emergency is what people hear when they call for help, but what is it really like to answer a call during someone's nightmare? What is the impact on the first responder answering the call? Put on the headset each week to get a glimpse into the world of emergency dispatch, and imagine listening.2026 Within the Trenches Media Political Science Politics & Government True Crime
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  • Within the Trenches Ep 648

    Within the Trenches Ep 648
    Apr 2 2026

    Episode 648 features Brandi, Executive Dir. with The 911 Chaplain Initiative.

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    Episode topics –

    • Brandy Powell's path from growing up with a police officer father to becoming a 911 dispatcher and chaplain

    • The emotional impact of critical calls and finding closure as a dispatcher

    • How humor, empathy, and community help dispatchers handle career challenges

    • The creation and growth of the 911 Chaplain Initiative and its national academy

    • Opportunities to get involved, upcoming training academies, and how to connect with the initiative

    If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Within the Trenches Ep 647

    Within the Trenches Ep 647
    Mar 25 2026

    Episode 647 features Ashley, a 911 professional with Skiatook Police Department in Oklahoma.

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    Episode topics –

    • How Ashley got into public safety and her rapid onboarding experience.

    • The challenges and surprises of being a new 911 dispatcher.

    • The emotional impact of emergency calls and handling stress on the job.

    • Ashley's life-saving CPR call and recognition from the community.

    • The importance of peer support, closure, and emotional support animals in dispatch centers.

    If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Within the Trenches Ep 646

    Within the Trenches Ep 646
    Mar 18 2026

    Episode 646 features Autumn, a 911 professional at Indian River County Sheriff's Office out of Florida.

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    Episode topics –

    • How Autumn got started in public safety and her motivation behind the career

    • The intense first calls, including challenging suicide and CPR emergencies

    • Coping with emotional stress and the importance of mental health support in dispatch centers

    • Autumn's unforgettable baby delivery call on Valentine's Day and earning her stork pin

    • Advice for new dispatchers about training, confidence, and handling tough calls

    If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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