The Weather Channel Podcast

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman talk with producer Niki Budnick about why thunderstorms are so hard to forecast. When should you cancel that hike? Then, the trio wax philosophical about the weirdness that was May.

Meteorologist Kait Parker and meteorologist Linda Lam go in depth on Tropical Storm Bertha's five hour lifespan and what it means for the upcoming hurricane season (1:11). Then, weather.com's Jan Childs tells us what happened with yesterday's postponed rocket launch. Will it take off this weekend? (6:20)

June 1st marks the official start to hurricane season. Meteorologist Kait Parker has a candid conversation with hurricane chaser Josh Morgerman about why he risks his life to chase hurricanes and how he plans to tackle this season in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.Follow Josh Morgerman on Twitter or watch his series Hurricane Man.

Meteorolgist Heather Tesch and producer Niki Budnick speak to Lisa Najarian, the head of the Twin Cities Lyme Foundation (3:07). Lisa believes she has had Lyme disease for over 20 years and speaks out to raise awareness about the disease. She tells her story (3:45) and gives some helpful tips to keep yourself safe from ticks (10:11). Then, meteorologist Chris Dolce fills us in on what weather to expect in the week ahead (16:05).

Officials warn evacuated residents in one Michigan town that it may take days before they can return home. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam are joined by weather.com reporter, Jan Childs for an update. The newly released Atlantic hurricane season outlook is out, so can we expect a busy season? And the team chat about the Memorial Day weekend forecast if you're planning to celebrate.

Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam are joined by weather.com reporter Jan Childs, with the latest on flooding in Midland County, Michigan. Two dams have breached and more are at risk of failure (0:46). Is flooding possible in other parts of the country? (1:40).

Meteorologists Heather Tesch and Linda Lam look at everything you need to know about next week's weather. (0:50) Then, producer Niki Budnick fills us in on a potential humanitarian crisis in Bangladesh. (10:50) Later, Niki speaks with meteorologist Bob Henson about how coronavirus is affecting your forecast (12:51).

Meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam talk about the potential early start to hurricane season for the East Coast. Could we see Arthur in the coming days off the coast of Florida or the Southeast coast? Then, weather.com reporter Jan Childs looks at how the Philippines dealt with evacuations in the midst of Typhoon Vongfong and the coronavirus pandemic.

It may not have felt like one of the hottest April's on record for the United States, but the rest of the world was sweltering. Meteorologists Kait Parker, Jonathan Erdman and Bob Henson talk about what NOAA's State of the Climate report for April means for the global climate going forward. Then, the trio take a look at what's coming in June.

Hurricane season could get off to an early start this weekend on the Southeast coast. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam explain how a pattern change is helping to kick the tropics into gear. And in a world with coronavirus, weather.com reporter Jan Childs brings invaluable ideas to prepare for evacuations from a major storm event.

A soaking rain coming to Florida this weekend could help battle wildfires. And an extreme weather pattern is setting up for Mother's Day weekend that will shatter dozens of temperature records and wring out strange May snow in the interior Northeast. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam break down what you need to know, and weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins the conversation with the story behind the Skyway bridge disaster, 40 years later.

The unusual weather across the United States continues, along the East Coast in particular. Meteorologist Kait Parker talks with weather.com reporter Jan Childs about the wildfires that have been burning through parts of Florida. Also, meteorologist Linda Lam discusses the snow that the Northeast and parts of the Midwest can expect this weekend.

Water levels on the Great Lakes remain at near-record or record high values and are expected to stay there through the summer. Meteorologists Kait Parker, Jonathan Erdman and Tom Niziol talk about the impacts communities and cities on the Great Lakes could experience this year. Plus, the trio talk about the potential impacts of climate change on Great Lakes coastal cities in the near future.

A much colder pattern is settling in across the East and Midwest that may smash dozens of records during Mother's Day weekend. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam dig into the forecast and weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins with perspective from the Sunshine State.

As we roll into May, it's starting to feel like spring. Meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam talk about which parts of the country are warming up and which ones are setting records. Then, weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins to discuss how to stay safe from COVID-19 while taking advantage of the spring weather.

A threat of severe weather returns to the South, and even the Northeast will face thunderstorms and dangerous winds later in the week. Weather Channel meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam give the latest.

After a day of deadly tornadoes in the Southern Plains, storms are headed to the South. Join meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam for a discussion on the biggest threats these storms will bring. Then, weather.com deputy managing editor Sean Breslin steps in to discuss why Wednesday's tornadoes were like nothing we've seen so far in 2020.

The northeast faces thunderstorms, and the south once again has severe weather ahead. Weather Channel meteorologists Domenica Davis and Jonathan Erdman join weather.com reporter Jan Childs to discuss what's ahead.

Just one week after the Easter weekend severe outbreak, dangerous weather once again threatens the South. Weather Channel meteorologists Linda Lam and Jonthan Belles analyze the forecast.

It's official: The Weather Channel's 2020 hurricane forecast is out, and it predicts an active season. Weather Channel meteorologists Kait Parker and Jonathan Erdman are joined by weather.com reporter Jan Childs to discuss what it means -- especially for Florida.

The Weather Channel's meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam join weather.com reporter Jan Childs to analyze the deadly severe weather that struck the South over the weekend.

As severe weather threatens the South, meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Linda Lam discuss the forecast in detail. Weather.com reporter Jan Childs analyzes how COVID-19 may affect large shelter access.

As potentially damaging weather heads toward the South this weekend, meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman discuss how and when conditions may unfold. Weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins the conversation, noting that the spread of the novel coronavirus has complicated whether large shelters will be used.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman welcome weather.com news reporter Jan Childs to discuss what the recent Kennedy family tragedy can tell us about the dangers of water. Plus, a massive cyclone forms suddenly in the South Pacific, and the team explains how it compares to 2018's Hurricane Michael.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Linda Lam discuss the headlines around Colorado State University's hurricane outlook, and managing editor of The Weather Channel digital Eric Zerkel talks the thinking behind the headlines on weather.com.

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Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman break down everything you should know, when a forecast calls for snow in your area.

A television meteorologist in Atlanta received death threats for interrupting the Masters Golf Tournament, to cover a tornado threat. The move angered a lot of viewers who were glued to the game. But is there anything local meteorologists can do to curb the anger and still deliver life-saving information? Ari Sarsalari talks to social scientist Dr. Laura Myers for some perspective on how people interpret warnings -- and asks whether breaking into programming is even a practice worth keeping in this information age.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Dr. Jeff Masters discuss the catastrophic impacts nuclear war could have on the weather for the entire planet. Mass casualties, disease and famine are just part of the story. For more, see Masters' article on Weather Underground.

After a violent tornado in Lee County, Alabama, killed 23 people, there has been an active discussion in the meteorological community about what else can be done to prevent fatalities in tornadoes. Can we make improvements or do we just accept that EF4/EF5 tornadoes are going to most often kill people? Ari Sarsalari and Bob Henson talk about it.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Dina Knightly speak to storm tracker Brandon Clement, who is in Beauregard, Alabama, covering the aftermath of a deadly tornado.

Atmospheric rivers are a blessing and a curse to the U.S. West: They bring beneficial winter rains and mountain snows, but they can also trigger catastrophic floods. Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Bob Henson discuss a new scale created to alert people to their hazards. To read Bob's article, click here.

Inspired by images from the Camp Fire destruction, artist Shane Grammer returned to the area where he grew up and created murals on the charred remains of his childhood friends' homes. These poignant images continue to inspire and create hope for the residents of Paradise, California. Grammer shares his tale of inspiration on how these murals go from an idea to a portrait of hope.

There's been a lack of blockbuster Northeast snowstorms this winter and most cities in the region need the snow. Is time running out? Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Brian Donegan talk about the chances of finally getting one before the end of the season. Read the full article here.

Brutal cold in the Midwest and Northeast is creating dangerous conditions for millions. Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman describe what it's like to be outdoors when it feels like 50 below zero and what's creating such a deep freeze.

Even the best meteorologists get it wrong sometimes, and when they do, it's tough to live it down. Join meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Linda Lam as they break down the most common ways a forecast can go wrong, and the dangers of letting a blown forecast blow your trust.

As the longest shutdown in U.S. history continues, closing the government has a ripple effect throughout the country. From food inspections to airport security to recovering from disasters to forecasting the weather, keeping people safe becomes increasingly difficult. Eric Blake from the National Hurricane Center and Steve Reaves from FEMA join meteorologist Kait Parker to share the impacts on themselves as well as those they serve from the ongoing government shutdown.

How much can one family do in the wake of catastrophe? We spoke to Alex and Chelsea Workman, founders of the Never Forgotten Coast campaign, about their plan to bring the Florida Panhandle towns of Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe back from the horrific disaster unleashed by Hurricane Michael in October.

The CAL FIRE chief is retiring from his post after decades in office. Before signing off, Ken Pimlott chats with meteorologist Danielle Banks, about the most recent fires and why it might be time to rethink wildfire strategy.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman reveal some of their favorite weather websites they've used in their career. To see their complete list, read their article here!

A major human error left a man dangling hundreds of feet above the Swiss Alps. Safe to say Chris Gursky's first hang gliding experience didn't go as planned. Listen as Chris explains to Danielle Banks what went wrong that day and how he feels now after living to tell the tale.See the video here

The Woolsey Fire decimated neighborhoods in California, but TV Host Andrienne Janic stayed behind and used her house as a staging ground for firefighters. Meteorologist Kait Parker checks in with her on how the community is recovering.

Meteorologist Danielle Banks has a chat with Dr. Phil Klotzbach, who offers up a recap on the latest hurricane season and what could be in store for future seasons. Can it get any worse?

More than a year after Hurricane Maria devastated the island, Puerto Rico's governor is asking for funds to speed up a painfully slow recovery.Summary:00:23 Hurricane Maria delivered a devastating blow.00:49 Where federal money is needed.02:40 Governor's decision to change death toll.04:49 Are there are jobs to come back to.06:51 Can Puerto Rico weather another storm?08:19 President Trump's tweet about aide use.12:48 Thoughts on Puerto Rico becoming the 51st state.Follow Governor Ricardo Rossello on Twitter.

Wildfires in California exploded freakishly fast. So, meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jon Erdman discuss why the wildfires in California spread so quickly and what could be done to help alert people in the path more efficiently.

Meteorologist Ari Sarsalari talks to a reporter, who walks us through what's left of Paradise, California -- and the shattered remains of what thousands once called home.

Meteorologist Kait Parker speaks with John Carlos Frey, a reporter on assignment for weather.com, from Mexico City about the migrants he has encountered who have been driven from their Central American homes by drought.

Meteorologist Kait Parker sits down with Dr. Lebron Lackey, the owner of the only home left standing in Mexico Beach, FL after Hurricane Michael, for an emotional conversation about the storm, the community and where to go from here.

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Johnathan Belles take a look back at Hurricane Florence. What were the specific impacts? Was it as devastating as advertised? Was it well forecast? Was it over-hyped?