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The true account of the 1979 rescue of six American hostages from Iran On November 4, 1979, Iranian militants stormed the American embassy in Tehran and captured dozens of American hostages, sparking a 444-day ordeal and a quake in global politics still reverberating today. But there’s a...

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.

We interview animal rescue heroes who save animals from abandonment, abuse, or who simply have no place to call home. We also connect your with the best in behavior, training, medical, and other incredible animal experts.

Get ready to whiten those knuckles and hold fast as we talk the most dangerous, daring, and epic sea stories ever told with professional and volunteer ocean rescuers. Whether lifeguards rushing into the waves from their towers, police and fire boats pulling victims from beyond the surfline, or bystanders taking action to save another, those who go down to the sea enter the most challenging and dangerous environment on earth. Only here will you hear their stories and the lessons gained through their experience.

In South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s first podcast series, firefighters and control room staff from across the service talk about lifesaving incidents they’ve dealt with. They also talk about their careers, the teams they are proud to be a part of and what it feels like to have helped to save a life. To find out more about the work of the fire service, and how to prevent emergencies, visit www.syfire.gov.uk.