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The FirstNet Authority Podcast

The Public Safety First podcast takes a deep dive into public safety communications, highlighting the creative ways responders are using technology to serve their communities. Join FirstNet Authority experts and public safety leaders to hear success stories, best practices, and lessons learned related to broadband in public safety operations.

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Captain George Feole of the Derry Police Department, audio wav file, Public Safety First podcast logo; “Derry Police Department, NH; One Year on FirstNet
January 08, 2020

With FirstNet's reliable broadband connection, Derry police officers are always connected and able to extend their LMR footprint.

Black background with a voice wavelength pattern in blue crossing it  Outline map of Indiana in blue with counties depicted  Kelly Dignin seated at a table speaking with Lesia Dickson
December 04, 2019

Indiana’s Integrated Public Safety Commission worked to integrate the state’s land mobile radio system with FirstNet to enhance coverage, achieve significant cost savings, and expand capabilities for the state's first responders.

Man sitting at a table with a map of the United States and enlargedColor outline topographic map of the state of Virginia behind him on a blue background
November 19, 2019

FirstNet Authority Senior Public Safety Advisor Lori Stone sits down with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Statewide Interoperability Coordinator Tom Crabbs to discuss FirstNet, how first responders are exploring and adapting cutting-edge technologies, and how the FirstNet Authority is helping public safety agencies nationwide advance operations.   

Episode 27: How Drones Enhance First Responders' Situational Awareness
October 31, 2019

In the latest installment of the FirstNet Authority Roadmap podcast series, Senior Public Safety Advisor, David Cook is joined by CEO and co-founder of Skyfire Consulting, Matt Sloane,
to discuss how drones are enhancing situational awareness for first responders.

Tribal art of turtle on rock wall
October 09, 2019

In the latest podcast, FirstNet Authority National Tribal Government Liaison Adam Geisler sits down with the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona’s Executive Director Maria Dadgar to discuss the jurisdictional and geographical challenges Arizona tribes face and how FirstNet could be the solution needed.