Why are good people still leaving 9-1-1? It’s not the job—it’s the culture.

In this episode, Dr. Andre V. Jones unpacks the silent weight of organizational trauma and the leadership habits that unintentionally keep it alive. He introduces his THRIVE framework for building psychologically safe teams, and explains how his 80/20 Rule changed his life—and can change yours.

It’s time to shift from surviving to sustaining. This conversation is your roadmap to leading with purpose, protection, and power in 2025.

Big changes are here—The Director’s Dispatch is going live!

In this short but powerful episode, John Barney announces the next evolution of the podcast: live video. That’s right—raw, real conversations, face to face, unfiltered. Whether you're on shift or off the clock, you can now see the voices behind the mic. This is leadership like you’ve never seen it before.

In this episode, we’re joined by Alec Wons — 26 years old, former athlete turned public safety advocate, podcast host, and author. We talk about what most people avoid: burnout, doubt, failing forward, and how to lead without a title. Alec shares what it’s like getting doubted for being young, how he found purpose in the middle of burnout, and why mental health in public safety can’t be ignored. From building real trust with your team to finding your “why,” this episode is packed with leadership gold — plus some solid laughs (yes, Crumbl cookies came up). If you’re leading early, leading tired, or leading while figuring it all out — this one’s for you.