LifeLine 911
In a world where first responders face new challenges every day, LifeLine911 brings clarity, insight, and connection.
Hosted by Erica Roberts—an Emergency Communications veteran with over 20 years of frontline and training experience—this podcast dives into the issues, stories, and voices shaping the world of emergency response, with a special focus on dispatch and communications.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or simply curious about how emergency services work, LifeLine911 offers engaging discussions, real-world stories, and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask.
Have a question or want to share your story? Email us at LifeLine911Podcast@gmail.com to join the conversation.
LifeLine 911
Drones & Robots Saving Lives in 911 Responses – Coitt Kessler on the Future of Public Safety, Part 1
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In a structural collapse, every second counts, and sending humans in too early can cost lives. Today, public safety is turning to drones and ground robots to go where it's too dangerous for people.
On this episode of LifeLine 911, we sit down with Coitt Kessler, a 21-year Austin Fire Department veteran, Robotics Emergency Deployment (RED) Team leader, and national voice on public safety robotics. From the streets of Austin to the national stage, Coitt has been on the front lines of integrating drones and tactical robots into real emergency response.
Whether you're a call-taker feeding intel to the field, a dispatcher coordinating resources, or a supervisor preparing your center for evolving technology, this conversation gives you practical insight into the tools that are already reshaping emergency response.
As always, if you have any questions or comments on the show, or you would like to connect with us, please send us an email to LifeLine911Podcast@gmail.com.
