Retired Texas Police Chief Ronnie Ashmore Publishes 27th Thriller Using PSI TV Automated Recording System
By Dr. Trudy Beerman | 3/15/2025
Former police chief demonstrates new, PSI TV automated technology while continuing prolific writing career, proving television accessibility for authors and business owners.
While many aspiring authors struggle to complete their first manuscript, retired Texas police chief Ronnie Ashmore has achieved the remarkable milestone of publishing his 27th action thriller novel while simultaneously returning to active police duty.
His prolific writing success demonstrates exceptional time management and creative discipline that many professionals can learn from.
Television Innovation Meets Author SuccessAshmore represents a returning guest on PSI TV, but this appearance showcased the network's innovative automated television recording technology designed to make TV opportunities affordable and accessible to anyone, including:
• Authors seeking book promotion
• Business owners building brand recognition
• Restaurant operators expanding market reach
• Professionals requiring media exposure
As a former police chief who returned to active duty without interrupting his writing productivity, Ashmore exemplifies the possibility of maintaining creative pursuits alongside demanding professional responsibilities.
His experience offers inspiration for professionals seeking to build influence through multiple channels while managing full-time career obligations.
Revolutionary Automated Recording TechnologyThe new automated video recording system addresses PSI TV's mission to serve more guests while maintaining affordability. This technological innovation provides 24/7 access to television opportunities, eliminating scheduling constraints that often prevent busy professionals from accessing traditional television appearances.
How the System WorksThe automated system features several key innovations:
• Pre-recorded video questions from host Trudy Beerman
• Mobile app access for maximum convenience
• Flexible scheduling accommodating various time zones and commitments
• Interactive quality maintaining traditional television interview standards
Guests engage with the system through a streamlined process:
1. Watch Trudy's video questions through the mobile app
2. Respond using their phone or computer camera
3. Review and approve their video response
4. Proceed to the next question seamlessly
This process eliminates:
• Travel requirements
• Scheduling conflicts
• Technical complexity barriers
• Geographic limitations
At under $150, the automated system democratizes television access for authors, businesses, and other professionals who previously found television appearances financially or logistically prohibitive.
This pricing strategy aligns with PSI TV's mission to help professionals get found and famous for their expertise regardless of budget constraints.
Author-Specific ApplicationAshmore utilized the author-specific version of the automated system, demonstrating its practical application for:
• Book promotion strategies
• Author branding development
• Media presence maintenance
• Professional credibility building
His experience shows how established authors can leverage technology to maintain media presence while managing other professional responsibilities.
Proven Engagement ResultsThe episode featuring Ashmore's automated responses generated solid engagement metrics. In addition to TV viewership on the PSI TV channel which has a presence on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and VIDAA TV, this episode was repurposed for other platforms and shortly after posting racked up:
• on YouTube 1439 views, and 21 likes
• on Facebook, 398 likes
• on Instagram, 952 likes.
These metrics demonstrate audience acceptance of the automated format while maintaining viewer engagement standards.
The automated system represents this evolution toward comprehensive influence-building support.
Key TakeawayFor professionals seeking television exposure without traditional barriers, the automated recording system offers proven technology that maintains broadcast quality while providing:
• Scheduling flexibility for busy professionals
• Cost efficiency supporting sustainable media strategies
• Professional quality maintaining broadcast standards
• Accessibility removing geographic and logistical constraints
This innovation demonstrates how technology can democratize media access while maintaining the quality and engagement that television audiences expect.