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Within the Trenches Ep 672

September 24, 2026 · 1 h 27 min

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Episode 672 features Chantele, an Emergency Dispatcher with Maryland State Police.

This episode is sponsored by RapidSOS - Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Web

Episode topics –

  • Navigating the demanding hiring process and intense background checks for dispatchers

  • The impact of rotating shifts and missing family milestones and holidays

  • Adapting skills from retail work to emergency dispatch situations

  • Trauma bonding, mental health challenges, and support systems on the job

  • Coping strategies and advice for new dispatchers entering the field

If you have any comments or questions or would like to be a guest on the show, please email me at [email protected].

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