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Show episodes drop from 13 October 2025.
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2025 show episodes
Sponsored by MSA Safety.
Missed sessions at The Emergency Services Show and The Emergency Tech Show 2025? Well, you are in luck because we have turned 43 sessions from three of our stages into podcast episodes.
With a new episode available Monday - Wednesday, look out for fascinating content from the show floor.
Mondays - People & Skills
Tuesdays - Emergency Tech Leaders
Wednesdays - Protecting the Protectors
On Thursdays watch out for occasional bonus episodes with recordings from the on-site EST pod studio.
The first episode of season three drops on 13 October
Be sure to subscribe to be the first to hear our speakers share insights from across the world of the emergency services. And of course, stay up to date with news and views from around the emergency services and visit www.emergencyservicestimes.com
Episodes

Mar 10, 2025
Mar 10, 2025
31 min
In this session, the Firefighter PPE Stage sponsor, Enduro Protect, leads a discussion on the innovations in the manufacture of base layers and undergarments that could form the important foundations for every firefighter's protection.
Speakers: Vera DeGlas, SIOEN DV | Barry Robertson, Enduro Protect | Stanley Russel, Eagle Technical Products
Chair: Abby Hannah, PBI International
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Mar 7, 2025
Mar 7, 2025
41 min
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Mar 6, 2025
Mar 6, 2025
42 min
Up to 1 in 5 people are neurodiverse and this impacts the way they think, move, process information and communicate. In this session, The Ambulance Staff Charity talks about how staff can support their neurodivergent colleagues, and will share their work to better support a neurodiverse ambulance workforce.
Speakers: Karl Demian and David Snelders, The Ambulance Staff Charity | Nova Bridge, College of Paramedics
Chair: Joy Flanagan
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
CPD accreditation from CPDme
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Mar 5, 2025
Mar 5, 2025
33 min
In this session, we get an ambulance service perspective on sustainability. Alexis Percival leads a conversation about biodiversity planning and what can be done to meet government targets to achieve a 35 per cent increase in the levels of biodiversity in and around blue light estates by 2030.
Speaker: Alexis Percival, Yorkshire Ambulance Service
Chair: Claire Whitaker
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
CPD accreditation from CPDme
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Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
40 min
In this session, learn how Lowland Rescue uses emerging technology to provide lifesaving emergency responses to police services, including drones and sonar. With over 50 years of experience in the search and rescue environment, our experts explore what kit is available, why it’s important, and how to build confidence using this technology to enhance existing operations.
Speakers: Sean McCarry and Emily Butt, Lowland Rescue
Chair: Rich Preston
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
CPD accreditation from CPDme
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The app provides a structured approach to capturing your reflections, making it easier to showcase your growth and meet professional standards. A copy of this certificate will also be added to the app when you request a free account.

Mar 3, 2025
Mar 3, 2025
41 min
There are increasing concerns surrounding the chemicals firefighters are exposed to when responding to fires, including the broad group of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are inherent in the garments worn by the firefighters. The panel explains what these substances are, their function and what alternatives could be available.
Speakers: Martin Hamworth, AW Hainsworth and Sons | Steve Topham, Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Service | Olly Willson, GORE-TEX
Chair: Brett Egan-Briers
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
CPD accreditation from CPDme
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Feb 28, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
45 min
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Feb 27, 2025
Feb 27, 2025
35 min
The apprenticeships space is full of exciting innovation and here we learn about how Coventry University brings its 30 years of expertise in resilience and emergencies to develop a new degree level apprenticeship scheme. The team at Coventry University's Simulation Centre talk about how to secure a place on this course.
Speakers: Daniel Watson, Leanne Hunt and Daniel Paul, Coventry University
Chair: Joy Flanagan
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Feb 26, 2025
Feb 26, 2025
33 min
NHS England has bold ambitions to reach a net zero future and sustainable procurement is at the heart of it. Learn about the NHS net zero supplier roadmap and a system called Evergreen that enables suppliers to engage with the NHS on their sustainability journey. It's an inspiring session for anyone working in procurement teams in our emergency services.
Speaker: Nicole Fletcher, NHS England
Chair: Claire Whitaker
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Feb 25, 2025
Feb 25, 2025
37 min
The National Police Chiefs' Council published its Cyber Security Strategy earlier this year. It marks a critical moment as policing seeks to safeguard society from cyber threats. City of London Police Commissioner Pete O'Doherty who is the information assurance lead for the NPCC talks about how we can all be cyber resilient and why it isn't just the job of the IT department.
He also led the review into the massive data breach that affected the Police Service of Northern Ireland, he shares the learning from that and provides you with hints and tips to ensure you reduce the risk of cyber attack in your organisation.
Speaker: Commissioner Pete O'Doherty, City of London Police
Chair: Rich Preston
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
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Feb 24, 2025
Feb 24, 2025
34 min
Recent research raises concerns that firefighters are exposed to a toxic mixture of contaminants while fighting fires. This has led to debate on the efficacy of cleaning and decontamination process for their PPE.
Our experts discuss what is already being done and what further research is required to ensure that firefighter PPE is returned in a safe condition.
Speakers: Etienne Paterson, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service | Richard Ballheimer, MSA Bristol
Chair: Abby Hannah, PBI International
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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Feb 21, 2025
Feb 21, 2025
28 min
This episode is sponsored by MSA Safety
The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. MSA Safety is not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.
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