Public Safety is a difficult but rewarding profession. With a collection of diverse experiences, people from all over the United States have a unique “Viewpoint” of what public safety should be. Join Cherie Bartram as she discusses various topics such as wellness, leadership, technology, and change within the industry with public safety professionals around the country. Each episode will feature a different guest and topic to energize industry leaders and inspire young and seasoned professionals to develop their careers and agency for greatness!
In this episode, host Cherie Bartram sits down with Dr. Andre Jones to explore leadership in public safety and emergency communications. The conversation centers on a core idea: leadership is a mindset, not just a title. Dr. Jones covers the distinction between managing tasks and shaping culture, the value of strong followership, and how emotional intelligence helps leaders stay resilient. He also emphasizes mentorship, succession planning, and servant leadership — shifting the focus from being in charge to genuinely taking care of your team.
21 Apr 2026
Dispatchers Who Saved Us
What if the reason you stayed in this career… wasn’t you? In this episode of Viewpoints, Kris Inman joins Cherie Bartram to reflect on the unseen moments that shape a dispatcher’s journey—the people who step in when doubt is at its highest and quietly change everything. From early career struggles to lasting impact, this conversation explores the “unsung heroes” of 911—the ones who see potential before it’s visible, and whose influence carries far beyond a single shift.
17 Mar 2026
Finding Your Voice, Finding Your Power, The 911der Women Revolution
What started as a hope for 100 women has exploded into a 15,000-strong movement—and it's changing how women lead in 911. Host Cherie Bartram sits down with Sara Weston, founder of 911der Women, for a candid conversation about building community, breaking barriers, and redefining leadership in emergency communications. Sara shares her unexpected journey into the 911 world, the personal loss that fueled her mission, and why she's creating tangible pathways through leadership academies and mentorship programs. Discover why 70% of dispatchers are women but leadership doesn't reflect it, what "finding your voice" really means in a comm center, and how physical fitness unexpectedly connects to leadership strength. Sara tackles the real barriers keeping women from advancing and reveals how she's helping break through them—because navigating your career shouldn't be a solo mission. Whether you're a dispatcher feeling stuck, a supervisor ready to level up, or a leader passionate about psychological safety, this conversation will leave you energized, validated, and ready to claim your seat at the table. Spoiler: When women in 911 find their power, everyone wins—the professionals, the agencies, and the communities they serve.
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