Welcome to Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, a podcast by DroneSense. Hosted by John McLeod, DroneSense’s very own Director of Customer Success, we explore real-world applications of drones in emergency response, offering a close examination of evolving trends in drone technology and its impact on public safety.
The Future of Drone Technology in Firefighting: Insights from Coitt Kessler
November 5, 2024 • 34 MIN
In the second part of the DroneCast episode, host Joe Kearns continues his conversation with Coitt Kessler, exploring the impact of drones in different firefighting scenarios, the challenges and limitations of current technology, and the future of drone use in emergency response.
Revolutionizing Firefighting with Drones: Insights from Coitt Kessler
October 22, 2024 • 22 MIN
In this first part of the DroneCast episode, host Joe Kearns speaks with Coitt Kessler, a veteran firefighter and Customer Success Manager at DroneSense. They discuss the evolution of drone technology in firefighting, the challenges of implementing drone programs, and the multifaceted applications of drones in public safety.
Meet Joe Kearns: The New Voice of DroneCast
October 21, 2024 • 11 MIN
In this special mini-episode of DroneCast, host John McLeod introduces Joe Kearns as the new co-host. They discuss Joe's background in the UAS industry, his role at DroneSense, and his vision for future episodes of DroneCast.
The Future of Emergency Response: Chris Lester on Drones, Policy, and Innovation
October 8, 2024 • 25 MIN
In part 2 of this DroneCast episode, host John McLeod continues his conversation with Chris Lester, Division Chief at Austin-Travis County EMS. They discuss the challenges of implementing drone programs in public safety, including interagency collaboration, budgeting, policy considerations, and future technological advancements in the field.
Revolutionizing Emergency Response: Chris Lester on Drones in EMS
September 24, 2024 • 28 MIN
In this episode of DroneCast, host John McLeod speaks with Chris Lester, Division Chief at Austin-Travis County EMS and UAS Program Administrator. They discuss Chris's journey in emergency medical services, the integration of drone technology in EMS operations, and innovative uses of drones in public safety and community health initiatives.
Navigating Drone Program Challenges: Lessons from George Mason University
September 10, 2024 • 24 MIN
In this part of the DroneCast episode, host John McLeod continues his conversation with Michael Lighthiser, Deputy Chief of Police for George Mason University. They discuss the use of drones in VIP protection, advice for starting drone programs, legislative challenges, and community engagement strategies.
Drones in Higher Education: Insights from George Mason University's Public Safety Program
August 28, 2024 • 21 MIN
In this episode of DroneCast, host John McLeod speaks with Michael Lighthiser, the Deputy Chief of Police for George Mason University and co-chair of the Threat Assessment Team. They discuss GMU's public safety drone program, its origins, and how it has evolved to support both law enforcement and educational initiatives on campus.
Navigating the Future of Counter-Drone Operations: Insights from Jack Venables
August 13, 2024 • 29 MIN
In this episode of DroneCast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks with Jack Venables, an expert in counter-drone operations. They discuss the integration of cutting-edge counter-drone measures within public safety, the challenges of rapidly evolving technology, and the importance of collaboration in ensuring airspace security.
Drones in Firefighting: Insights from Taylor Wade, Lake Travis Fire Rescue's UAS Program Manager
July 30, 2024 • 24 MIN
In this episode of DroneCast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks with Lieutenant Taylor Wade, UAS Program Manager for Lake Travis Fire Rescue's Technology Aiding Command (TAC) team. They discuss the evolution of Lake Travis Fire Rescue's drone program, its current state, and the various applications of drones in firefighting and public safety.
Integrating Drones into Public Safety: Enhancing Safety for Responders and Citizens with Matt Rybar from Unmanned Vehicle Technologies
July 16, 2024 • 32 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Matt Rybar, the Vice President of Projects at Unmanned Vehicle Technologies (UVT). They discuss the importance of collaboration with other agencies, dock solutions, and strategies for implementing drone programmes.
Building Public Trust: The Role of Drones in Public Safety with Matt Rybar from Unmanned Vehicle Technologies
July 2, 2024 • 21 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Matt Rybar, the Vice President of Projects at Unmanned Vehicle Technologies (UVT). They discuss the evolution of drone programs in public safety, the importance of public trust, and the potential of DFR programs to enhance emergency response.
Implementing Drones in Public Safety: Insights from Charles Werner, Aviation Technologies Advisor for the Virginia Dept. of Aviation
June 18, 2024 • 43 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Charles Werner, the Aviation Technologies Advisor for the Virginia Dept. of Aviation. They discuss starting a drone program, the potential of artificial intelligence and swarm technology, and the need for standardized training and certification programs.
How Drones Revolutionize Medicolegal Death Investigations with Philip Miller
June 4, 2024 • 34 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Philip Miller, Medicolegal Death Investigator in the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. They dive into how Philip's office is pioneering the use of drones in reshaping how death scenes are assessed. Philip also shares the vital work of a medicolegal death investigator, the benefits of using drones in his work, and insights on launching a drone program.
Small Communities: Perfect for DFRs with Chris Baker, Oswego’s Drone & Robotics Coordinator
May 21, 2024 • 31 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Chris Baker, Systems Administrator and Drone & Robotics Coordinator for the City of Oswego. They discuss Oswego’s drone program, why small cities are perfect for Drone First Responders, and how he maintains relationships with stakeholders to keep the program running.
Establishing a Drone First Responder Program with Matt Rowland of FWPD
May 7, 2024 • 40 MIN
In this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Matt Rowland, Air Support Unit sUAS Pilot for the Fort Wayne Police Department. They discuss the reality of starting a drone first responder program, what it was like to run drones for President Trump in 2018, and how to make the right decisions when building a program from the ground up.
Building Credibility and Legitimacy in Firefighter Acceptance of Drones with Jason Burnside of the RED Team
April 23, 2024 • 37 MIN
In part two of this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Jason Burnside, Program Manager for the Austin Fire Department's Robotics Emergency Deployment (RED) Team. They explore how drones are becoming first responders in public safety and the challenges of training and maintaining proficiency in drone operations. hey also delve into the political and data security concerns surrounding drones and the importance of building trust with the community.
Integrating Drones into Firefighting Operations with Jason Burnside of the RED Team
April 9, 2024 • 33 MIN
In part one of this episode of Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, host John McLeod speaks to Jason Burnside, Program Manager for the Austin Fire Department's Robotics Emergency Deployment (RED) Team. They discuss how drones can enhance public safety, make firefighters' jobs easier and safer, the challenges of integrating drones into fire departments, and the future potential of augmented reality and autonomous launching.
Dronecast | Trailer
April 8, 2024 • < 1 MIN
In a world marked by an array of challenges, such as natural disasters and unforeseen crises, our public safety personnel need more support than ever before.
Enter: Dronecast: Rethinking Public Safety, One Drone at a Time, the new podcast exploring the real-world applications of drones in emergency response