Beyond the Call

Beyond the Call

Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service

Episodes 8
Avg. Duration 30m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

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Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
54%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Beyond the Call is our way of sharing the incredible, often untold stories from across Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service. We’re proud to show you not just the emergencies we face, but also the dedication, compassion, and community spirit that define our work. From frontline firefighters to behind-the-scenes support staff, each episode takes you into the heart of our service — highlighting the people, the challenges, and the moments that show what it really means to go beyond the call.

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Recent Episodes

200 Years of Firefighting

May 12, 2026 33m

In this special episode of Beyond the Call, recorded at the Fireground Museum, host Area Manager Ben Levy explores 200 years of firefighting history in Greater Manchester — from the creation of…

S1E7 Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Mar 17, 2026 35m

The latest episode of Beyond the Call focuses on Neurodiversity Celebration Week, exploring neurodiversity in the fire service and what it can bring to the workplace. Host Lydia Neary, Progression…

International Women’s Day

Mar 06, 2026 37m

In this episode, host Kathryn Aylett, GMFRS Training Development Manager, is joined by colleagues Sue Mallinson-Smitham, Sarah Scoales, and Amy Croxton-Evans to celebrate International Women’s…

S1E5 Training the Next Generation

Jan 28, 2026 30m

In this episode of Beyond the Call, host Lauren Quigley, Initial Training Mentor, is joined by John Muggleton, Initial Training Team Lead, and Jo Musgrave, Corporate Trainer, to go behind the scenes…

S1E4 Reflections on a Year in Service

Dec 12, 2025 31m

In our end of year review, Chief Fire Officer Dave Russel sat down with Assistant Chief Fire Officer Sarah Nattrass, Manchester Central Station Manager Dan Brown and Initial Training Mentor Lauren…

S1E3 Tackling and Preventing Wildfires

Nov 10, 2025 29m

GMFRS Station Managers Martin Cain and Russell Maden are joined by Kate Hanley from the RSPB at Dovestone Reservoir, as they explore the issue of wildfires in Greater Manchester. From causes and…

S1E2 Our Armed Forces Network - Part 2

Nov 10, 2025 24m

Part 2 of the conversation between Andy Williams, JP Helliwell and Gaz Houldsworth about the shared values and experiences that connect the armed forces and the fire service. The guests open up about…

S1E1 Our Armed Forces Network - Part 1

Nov 07, 2025 23m

Crew Manager Andy Williams is joined by his GMFRS colleagues and fellow veterans JP Helliwell and Gaz Houldsworth to explore the strong links between the armed forces and the fire service. Recorded…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Beyond the Call have?

Beyond the Call has published 8 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Documentary, Government.

Is Beyond the Call still active?

Beyond the Call is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 30m.

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