MEDIA ALERT        FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE      First Responders Network’s Burch Interviews Microsoft Public Safety Expert at Accelerate 2023     First Responders Network (FRN) is excited to announce that Badge Boys host, Darren Burch, had an in-depth conversation with Chad Wallace from Microsoft’s Worldwide Public Safety & Justice group at this year's Axon Accelerate 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. Microsoft was the sponsor of the FRN Stage and a longtime partner of Axon.     Chad Wallace, a former police officer, currently helps bridge the gap between Microsoft and the public safety sector to bring beneficial technology that helps first responders do their job more efficiently. “Microsoft is heavily invested in public safety and works closely with partners, like Axon, to bring resources and technology that’s actually useful.”     Microsoft and its partners are now working to develop tools that connect with the Azure cloud platform to ensure compatibility and ease of

MEDIA ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE First Responders Network Spotlights Recently Released Season of North Las Vegas Fire Department's Fire Academy First Responders Network (FRN) is excited to highlight the first season of the North Las Vegas Fire Department's Fire Academy on its platform. The show follows the second cadre of the 2022 recruiting program through their grueling 20 weeks of academy training. The show is a heart-thumping, adrenaline-pumping, and heartwarming journey that will inspire and entertain all audiences. Viewers will get to know the recruits, witness their struggles and successes, and learn why they chose the path of firefighter. Originally launched in December 2022, the show continues to be popular among FRN viewers and has received positive feedback from the first season. The full season is available for streaming on FRN, allowing viewers to binge all the episodes anytime anywhere, and cheer for their favorite recruits. The North Las Vegas

MEDIA ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRN to Spotlight Mental Health for First Responders in May Programming First Responders Network (FRN) is proud to announce that it will be observing Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May 2023. The focus of this year's observance is honoring the mental health and wellness of first responders, their families, and the community. To mark the occasion, FRN will be featuring mental health-related content in their original and co-produced programming. Each week, viewers can tune in to inspiring stories of support and learn ways to promote mental wellness in their own communities. The programming will launch on May 1, 2023, and continue throughout the month. Some of the topics for and about first responders that will be covered include: • Coping mechanisms • Support for the mental health of their families • PTSD and trauma recovery • The impact of first responder work on mental health

MEDIA ALERT    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    First Responders Network Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Reflection on a “Year of Firsts”    First Responders Network (FRN) is celebrating its one-year anniversary by reflecting on a “Year of Firsts,” which showcases the network’s first real-life portrayals of intense rescues, firefighting, medical emergencies, in depth conversations, and other engaging first responder stories. The celebration shines a bright light on these first responders through authentic storytelling, discussions, and community engagement, featuring representatives from FRN as well as community members and first responders across Law Enforcement, Fire Services, Emergency and Rescue support and others.    FRN was established as a streaming platform to feature the everyday heroes who heed the call to protect, serve, and take care of our communities. The organization recognizes the bravery and dedication of these individuals, and the critical role they play in keeping our hometowns and cities safe.     Join

MEDIA ALERT    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    First Responders Network Announces Broadcast Partnership with NPSFL    First Responders Network (FRN) is the 2023 official broadcast partner for the National Public Safety Football League (NPSFL).   This is the 26th season of the NPSFL, bringing law enforcement, fire, and EMS professionals from across the country together to compete and raise money for their team charities of choice. FRN is proud to broadcast the league games for the second year in a row and celebrate the brave women and men who serve our communities.   Join for live broadcast games — only on FRN — on March 31, April 29, May 19, June 3, and the championship game on June 24. Games can also be viewed on demand by signing up for free on the platform at firstrespondersnetwork.com.   About National Public Safety Football League: NPSFL is a non-profit started by law enforcement

MEDIA ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE First Responders Network Launches Talk Show Rise to the Call First Responders Network (FRN) is proud to announce the launch of its new talk show, Rise to the Call. This interview podcast aims to build a bridge between first responders and the communities they assist by sharing authentic stories about the men and women who serve and protect. The program touches on topics that are raw, real, and important to first responders and beyond. Rise to the Call launched on March 1, 2023.  The first season is streaming now and will drop new episodes every Wednesday. The program is hosted by Crystal Bailey — a former news reporter and Fire Public Information Officer — who has firsthand knowledge of the challenges faced by today's first responders. Each episode features personal interviews with first responders from various backgrounds and disciplines sharing their experiences, insights, and perspectives.

MEDIA ALERT     FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     First Responders Network Highlights the Power of Positive Storytelling      First Responders Network (FRN), a leading streaming media platform dedicated to telling authentic, real-life stories about first responders, is excited to share its passion for shining a light on the positive lives of law enforcement, fire, and EMS and their impact on their communities.     “We need stories of heroes today more than ever,” says Robert Wynn, head of Axon Studios. “We built FRN to give the men and women who serve a chance to tell their story, their way, and inspire the next generation of First Responders to make a difference in their community.”     FRN believes in the power of positive storytelling to shape perceptions and unite, educate, and inspire others. FRN is committed to spotlighting first responders’ contributions to society to help foster a greater sense of community and compassion