The Call, the Click, and the Future of SAFETY

What do jazz drumming, data analytics, and underground safety have in common? 

Mike Sullivan catches up with longtime friend and damage prevention pioneer JD Maniscalco for a heartwarming, insightful, and often hilarious conversation. 

JD—former President and CEO of Colorado 811 and co-creator of the DIRT (Damage Information Reporting Tool)—reflects on his career, the origins and evolution of DIRT, and the critical role data plays in improving safety across North America. 

From late-night band gigs in Vegas to building revolutionary safety tools in his kitchen, JD shares his journey with wisdom and wit. 

Along the way, Mike and JD swap music stories, talk tech, and dive into how predictive AI and local report cards could shape the future of damage prevention. 

Listen For:

06:30 – The Birth of the Conference Band

13:13 – The Origin Story of DIRT

26:00 – Data Report Cards: Simplicity Meets Accountability

38:11 – Click vs Call: A Data-Driven Divide

51:17 – The Future of DIRT: AI and Predictive Safety

Follow The Safety Moment via Utility Safety Partners 

X | Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook

Got an episode idea? info@utilitysafety.ca