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"Dispatch in Depth" is the only podcast that delves into the why and how of emergency dispatch. Each episode we will talk with a different researcher about the work they’re doing to make emergency dispatch as safe and effective as possible worldwide. “Dispatch in Depth” is the official research podcast of the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch.
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Taylor Davis, Director of Communications for Greenville County EMS (MedCom), talks about her recent Letter to the Editor for the Journal of Emergency Dispatch about her agency’s 84 CPR saves in 2024. She also covers what it’s like to work there, the goals they’re currently working toward, and how to improve center culture overall.For Your Information: Read Taylor’s Letter to the Editor here: https://www.iaedjournal.org/letter-to-the-editor Greenville County’s official government website: https://www.greenvillecounty.org/
Jonny McMullan, EMD Mentor Instructor and Curriculum Board Member, gives an update on what has changed in the EMD Mentor course since 2022. He discusses how an EMD Mentor offers different support than a CTO, supervisor, or ED-Q and how it can help overall with staff turnover and burnout.For Your Information: Jonny’s previous podcast episode: https://www.aedrjournal.org/facing-in-the-same-direction-with-jonny-mcmullan Read more about the EMD Mentor program here: https://www.iaedjournal.org/helping-everyone-excel https://www.iaedjournal.org/an-emds-best-friend https://www.iaedjournal.org/encourage-understanding
Edel Burton, Clinical Hospital Pharmacist and Lecturer in Clinical Pharmacy in University of College Cork, discusses her recent study on prehospital care for suspected stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses methods, findings, and what she’s going to research next.For Your Information:Edel’s episode about her benchmarking study: https://www.aedrjournal.org/speaking-the-same-language-with-edel-burton Edel's ORCID site: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5847-0174
Grace Frances, Director of Community Partnerships, talks about the organization End Violence Against Women International (EVAWI) and how it relates to emergency dispatch. She discusses the array of resources that EVAWI provides, including an annual conference and monthly webinars, and how emergency dispatchers often set the tone for a survivor of gender-based violence on their journey to justice. For Your Information:Check out EVAWI’s website: https://evawintl.org/ Watch past webinars: https://evawintl.org/webinars/ Access the Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Exam (SAMFE) Virtual Practicum that Grace mentioned: https://evawintl.org/vp/
Nicole Snell, CEO of Girls Fight Back, discusses the importance of boundaries and empowerment in your role as an emergency dispatcher. She outlines some steps for healthy communication and how one person adopting these strategies can influence the whole center.For Your Information: Check out Nicole’s website: https://www.nicolesnell.com/ Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesnell/ Watch Nicole’s Tedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UETjFX0ErU&ab_channel=TEDxTalks
Rayna Willis and Tyler Kennington with Parker County Hospital District in Texas discuss their center’s race to ACE. They talk about their motivations, their barriers, and advice for other centers ready to take the plunge.For Your Information:Start your Race to ACE today: https://www.emergencydispatch.org/what-we-do/accreditation
This combined episode with the hosts of Dispatch in Depth, Tell Me Exactly, and Within the Trenches took place at NAVIGATOR 2025. Attendees were invited to share their answers to the following questions: What facts would you tell someone who doesn’t think emergency dispatchers are first responders? What stories would you tell them? What would you say to other first responders who don’t think emergency dispatchers are first responders?For Your Information:Listen to Tell Me Exactly here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rpohCpEPDGFjma6HQYPlaListen to Within the Trenches here: https://www.withinthetrenches.net/podcast
Dominique Mathis, public safety manager for Carbyne, discusses some aspects of the company you might not be familiar with. She talks about why Carbyne prioritizes sponsoring NAVIGATOR and what you can expect from their AI solutions.For Your Information:Check out Carbyne’s website: https://carbyne.com/
We’ve saved the best for last in our NAVIGATOR 2025 Sponsor series! Chris Murdock, new President of Priority Dispatch Corp., joins us to talk about what’s going on with PDC. He discusses the new and improved billing system, the benefits of AI SkillLab, and why PDC prioritizes sponsoring NAVIGATOR each year.For Your Information: Check out PDC’s site: http://prioritydispatch.net/ Listen to our episode about the AI SkillLab: https://www.aedrjournal.org/the-iaeds-ai-skilllab-with-amanda-beal
Becca Zapata, Lead UX Researcher, and Chris Bennett, Director of AI Transparency & Education, join us to give you an update on Motorola Solutions, particularly the role of AI in their products. They discuss AI industry trends, their own VESTA NXT software, and what to look out for in the future.For Your Information:Check out the Motorola Solutions website: www.motorolasolutions.com
Carlynn Crampton, Engagement Strategist, joins us to give you an update on FirstWatch. She discusses Academy Analytics, the Risk Identification for Emergency Services (RIDES) tool, and what to expect at their booth at NAVIGATOR.For Your Information:Check out the FirstWatch website: https://firstwatch.net/ Learn more about the RIDES tool: https://firstwatch.net/what-we-do/enhancement-modules/rides/
Rob Farmer, interim National Director of Sales of Vertex NG911 Call Handling, joins us to give you the scoop on CentralSquare. He discusses the company’s own Engage conference, the newly named Vertex, and what to expect at their booth at NAVIGATOR.For Your Information:Check out the CentralSquare website: https://www.centralsquare.com/ Learn more about Vertex NG911 Call Handling: https://www.centralsquare.com/solutions/public-safety-software/vertex-ng911-call-handling Register for their Engage conference (April 27–30, 2025): https://web.cvent.com/event/f25feacb-fa48-4079-a8fe-d85500fa69ce/summary
Matt Grogan, Director of Program Development, chats about the Denise Amber Lee Foundation, including its annual “Be the Difference” conference, new training opportunities, and their longstanding relationship with NAVIGATOR. For Your Information:Check out the Denise Amber Lee Foundation website: https://deniseamberlee.org/ Follow the Denise Amber Lee Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/deniseamberlee
Dr. Conrad Fivaz, President, returns to talk about Priority Solutions, Inc., the creator of technology and systems for over-the-phone nurse and clinical triage. He talks about new developments and aspects to consider when looking at implementing an emergency nurse triage system.For Your Information:Check out the PSI website: https://prioritysolutionsinc.com/
Dr. Anthony Minge, senior partner at Fitch & Associates, speaks about the importance of sponsoring NAVIGATOR and highlights the services available for emergency dispatchers through his company. He touches on the Communication Center Manager (CCM) Program as well as the Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum. For Your Information: Fitch & Associates site: visit www.fitchassoc.com CCM program site: https://fitchassoc.com/communication-center-manager-program/ Fitch & Associates’ 20th annual Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum will be held July 14-18, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. Learn more at www.Pinnacle-EMS.com.
Andrew Palmer, IAED’s Manager of Instructional Design, is excited to talk about the IAED’s new and improved Learning Portal! He discusses what it will look like, its new capabilities, and how people can start familiarizing themselves with it. For Your Information: Andrew’s previous episode: https://www.aedrjournal.org/getting-the-reps-in-with-andrew-palmer
Josephine Rios, 911 calltaker and law dispatcher and founder of Latinas of 911 LLC talks about her organization including how it started, what its goals are, and how to become part of it. For Your Information: Check out the Latinas of 911 website: https://latinasof911.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/503127028633445 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latinasof911/
Meridith Jensen, Software & EDQ Protocol Expert with Priority Dispatch Corp., talks about PDC’s new podcast, “Tell Me Exactly,” which she hosts. She discusses the differences between “Tell Me Exactly” and “Dispatch in Depth,” her favorite episode so far, and her goals for the project.For Your Information:Listen to Tell Me Exactly on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tell-me-exactly/id1741570579Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rpohCpEPDGFjma6HQYPla Or look for it wherever you get your podcasts.
Bob Finney, Director of Communications Technology for the Collier County Sheriff's Office, and John Chiaramonte, president of Mission Critical Partners’ consulting business, talk about the Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (or PPVAR) and the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) and how they can free up some of your valuable time in the comm. center.
For Your Information:
Learn more about PPVAR here: https://ppvar.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Public-Safety-Postcard.pdf
TMA-AVS-01: https://tma.us/standards/tma-avs-01-alarm-validation-standard/
Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR): https://ppvar.org/
Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP): https://tma.us/programs/asap/
Bonnie Maney, Operations Manager with Mission Critical Partners, discusses response alternatives in 911 beyond supplying mental health support teams. She talks about finding ways to reduce mission creep, the impact of making small but significant changes in your center, and the importance of maintaining stamina for positive change.
For Your Information:
Got a question for Bonnie? Email her at bonniemaney (at) missioncriticalpartners (dot) com.
Learn more about Mission Critical Partners: https://www.missioncriticalpartners.com/
Check out their FREE resources, including trainings and white papers: https://www.missioncriticalpartners.com/resources/
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