More on this show here:
What are the roots of the historic mistrust between people of color, especially African Americans, and the police? And how does 911 really work? Is slow response time just perception, or reality? During the 2nd half of our 2-part special—The Race to An Emergency, we follow the path of a 911 call, and along the way, encounter decades of mistrust that fuel a lack of confidence in the system.

Special thanks to KALW Radio.

Featuring:

Lesley Phillips, Sharena Thomas, Peoples Community Medics co-founders
Nikki Anjenique, Sharena Thomas daughter
Rick Rocha, California Highway Patrol dispatcher
Olivia Moy, Wolleen Jones, Oakland police Department dispatchers
Terry Woodard, Oakland Fire Department Communications dispatcher
Jason Murphy, Paramedics Plus dispatcher
Tracy Chin, Rob Thrower, Oakland Fire Fighters
Brian Murphy, Oakland Police Officer
Regina Harris Gilliard, Johnna Watson Oakland Police Department spokespeople
Benjamin Bowser, Cal State East Bay Sociology Professor