After the Call
First responders are trained to run toward danger, protect our communities, and carry the weight of trauma most people will never see. But what happens after the call? After watch foundation is ran entirely by first responders for first responders to get you the support you need.
After the Call, the podcast dedicated to the stories and struggles behind the badge, the turnout gear, and the uniform..
Each week, we’ll bring you powerful conversations with first responders, mental health professionals, and advocates who are breaking the stigma, sharing their journeys, and offering real solutions. We’ll talk about PTSD, resilience, family impact, and the resources that can make a difference.
Because the job doesn’t just leave scars on the body — it affects the mind, the heart, and the people who serve alongside us. And no one should have to carry that burden alone.
This is After the Call — where you’ll find Strength through resilience.
After the Call
After The Call: Christy Perez
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Christy Perez recently retired after an incredible career as a 911 dispatcher in Tennessee, and she didn’t just do the job — she changed it for the better. Known for her leadership, heart, and relentless commitment to doing things the right way, Christy left her center as a true legend.
In this episode, Christy pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be a dispatcher. She shares unforgettable stories from behind the headset, the pressure of being the calm voice in chaos, and how dispatchers quietly shape outcomes every single day. We also talk about the transition into retirement — the emotions, the identity shift, and what life feels like after years of serving on the front lines without ever being seen.
This is a must-listen for dispatchers, first responders, and anyone who wants to understand the unseen heroes who answer the call before anyone else.