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The CCT Podcast
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About this Podcast:
The CCT Podcast is the official podcast from Critical Communications Today, hosted by editor Philip Mason.Each episode brings together voices from across the critical communications, public safety and technology sectors to explore the ideas, innovations and real-world challenges shaping modern communications and emergency response.Featuring industry leaders, emergency services professionals and technology experts, The CCT Podcast covers the trends, experiences and developments influencing mission-critical communications and the wider world of connected technology, resilience and public safety.With insightful conversations and expert perspectives, The CCT Podcast provides a platform for the people driving change across the sector, whilst also offering a wider look at how technology, communication and innovation continue to shape the world around us.
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What is The CCT Podcast about?
The CCT Podcast is the official podcast from Critical Communications Today, hosted by editor Philip Mason. Each episode brings together voices from across the critical communications, public safety and technology sectors to explore the ideas, innovations and real-world challenges shaping modern communications and emergency response.
Who hosts The CCT Podcast?
The CCT Podcast is hosted by Critical Communications Today. The show has published 16 episodes to date.
What has The CCT Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Benoit Vivier: AI and the Future of Emergency Response" (23 October 2026, 13 minutes), "Jason Day: How drones are transforming public safety and securing the FIFA World Cup" (19 October 2026, 17 minutes), and "Brad Morell & Mathew Walsh: Building the Future of Public Safety Communications" (2 October 2026, 15 minutes).
How often does The CCT Podcast publish?
The CCT Podcast publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 16 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The CCT Podcast?
Booking probability for The CCT Podcast is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The CCT Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The CCT Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for The CCT Podcast are Telecommunications. The CCT Podcast has a news audience.
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Critical Communications Today hosts The CCT Podcast, a news podcast with 16 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Oct 19, 202617 minS2Jason Day, Deputy Director of DRONERESPONDERS, joins CCT to discuss how drone technology is transforming public safety operations, from search and rescue and disaster response to securing some of the world’s...
Oct 2, 202615 minS2CCT speaks with Brad Morell, Director for Network Technology Operations and International Engagement at the First Responder Network Authority, and Mathew Walsh, Head of Public Safety Product at AT&T, about the evolution...
Oct 2, 202617 minS2What will the next generation of mission-critical communications look like — and how can networks work seamlessly across borders? In this episode of the CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason is joined by Ultan Mulligan...
Oct 2, 202610 minS2Recorded at Critical Communications World 2026, host Philip Mason speaks with Brooks Shannon about how mapping, location data and spatial intelligence can support faster and safer emergency response. The conversation...
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Stanley Song: AI in the Control Room
Oct 2, 202615 minS2In this episode of The CCT Podcast, Philip Mason speaks with Stanley Song, Vice President of Hytera, about how AI could shape the next stage of critical communications. The conversation explores how AI-powered tools...
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Mladen Vratonjic: Reflecting on a Decade of Change and the Future of Critical Communications
Oct 2, 202619 minS2In this episode of The CCT Podcast, CCT Editor Philip Mason speaks with Mladen Vratonjic, former Chair of the TCCA Board, during his final Critical Communications World as chair. Reflecting on 11 years leading TCCA...
Aug 6, 202616 minS1<p>What happens when someone needs emergency help in another country, and you’re the only person who can raise the alarm?</p> <p>In this episode of The CCT Podcast recorded at BAPCO, Louis Fraser-Wilson from the London...
- Aug 6, 202616 minS1
What happens when someone needs emergency help in another country, and you’re the only person who can raise the alarm? In this episode of The CCT Podcast recorded at BAPCO, Louis Fraser-Wilson from the London...
Aug 6, 202616 minS1<p>Phil Mason is joined by Darryl Keen and Matt Leat to reflect on BAPCO 2026</p> <p>In this episode of the Critical Communications Today podcast, BAPCO Journal Editor Phil Mason sits down with Darryl Keen (Vice-Chair &...
- Aug 6, 202616 minS1
Phil Mason is joined by Darryl Keen and Matt Leat to reflect on BAPCO 2026 In this episode of the Critical Communications Today podcast, BAPCO Journal Editor Phil Mason sits down with Darryl Keen (Vice-Chair & Trustee...
Aug 6, 202611 minS1<p>Heather McGaffin, Director of the Office of Unified Communications in Washington, D.C. joins the CCT Podcast live from BAPCO to discuss one of the most demanding periods her team has faced.</p> <p>From a presidential...
- Aug 6, 202611 minS1
Heather McGaffin, Director of the Office of Unified Communications in Washington, D.C. joins the CCT Podcast live from BAPCO to discuss one of the most demanding periods her team has faced. From a presidential...
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Hearing Through Chaos: AI Audio, Emergency Response & The Future of Public Safety | Mette Carstensen
Aug 4, 202616 minS1<p>How can AI help emergency operators hear through chaos when every second matters?</p> <p>In this episode of The CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason speaks with Mette Carstensen, CEO & Co-founder of Augmented Hearing...
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Hearing Through Chaos: AI Audio, Emergency Response & The Future of Public Safety | Mette Carstensen
Aug 4, 202616 minS1How can AI help emergency operators hear through chaos when every second matters? In this episode of The CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason speaks with Mette Carstensen, CEO & Co-founder of Augmented Hearing, about the...
Aug 4, 202624 minS1<p>Philip Mason speaks with Fire Chief Dan Munsey on prevention-first thinking, wildfire risk, and the cultural shift needed across public safety.</p> <p>In this episode of the CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason, Editor of...
- Aug 4, 202624 minS1
Philip Mason speaks with Fire Chief Dan Munsey on prevention-first thinking, wildfire risk, and the cultural shift needed across public safety. In this episode of the CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason, Editor of Critical...
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Trauma, Recovery & Emergency Response
Jul 29, 202623 minS1<p>In this episode of The CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason speaks with Anne Campbell-Gunn, Founding CEO of Three Nines, the charity supporting children and families affected by trauma, crisis and major incidents.</p>...
The CCT Podcast
Trauma, Recovery & Emergency Response
Jul 29, 202623 minS1In this episode of The CCT Podcast, host Philip Mason speaks with Anne Campbell-Gunn, Founding CEO of Three Nines, the charity supporting children and families affected by trauma, crisis and major incidents. Anne shares...
Jul 29, 202626 minS1<p>Filmed live at BAPCO 2026, Philip Mason speaks with Aaron Page about the balance between innovation and control in AI adoption.</p> <p>This episode covers: <br>• The risks of moving too quickly, or too slowly <br>•...
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Dan Munsey
fire chief / fire warden, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District
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Brad Morell
First Responder Network Authority
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Mathew Walsh
AT&T
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Ari Toivonen
Erillisverkot
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