LISTEN: Lifeline 911 Ep. 17 "How Hollywood Gets It Wrong"
If you haven’t been listening to Lifeline 911, the weekly podcast from AEP instructor Erica Roberts, you’ve been missing out on integral advice and perspectives for every 911 professional! This week’s episode, in particular, is a great listen for those looking for ways to explain your career to friends and family outside the profession. We’ve surely all been in a position of having to explain that our job, while always interesting, is not always as (cartoonishly) sensational as television and movies make it out to be. Next time you’re on the spot, send them a link to this episode!
From the episode’s description:
For most people, emergency communications are an amorphic group of people who are there when you need them, but much thought is not given to it when things are working well. Over the years Hollywood has depicted emergency call centers in various television shows and films, notably in 2013s The Call and ABC's Emergency Call (2020 - 2021). While not often known for their faithful renderings of real life events, how exactly do these shows stack up their actual counterparts? Join your host Erica as she discusses the accurate and not-so-accurate parts of the silver screen.
Co-hosted by AEP instructor Erica Roberts, the podcast explores a wide range of topics related to emergency preparedness, including expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life stories. Whether you're a seasoned dispatcher or just started your emergency communications career, Lifeline 911 is here to provide valuable insights and guidance to help you navigate this job field.
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