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The Robert Scott Bell Show
Live from the Autism Health Summit, Steve Slepcevic, RFK Jr. Autism Cause, Stuart Tomc, Omega 3-6 Balance - The RSB Show 4-11-25

The Robert Scott Bell Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 167:40


TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Live from the Autism Health Summit, RFK Jr. Autism Cause, Steve Slepcevic, Disaster Management, Processed Food Crackdown, MAHA Moms Revealed, NIH Autism Study, Thimerosal Link to Autism, Mexico Bans GM Corn, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/live-from-the-autism-health-summit-rfk-jr-autism-cause-steve-slepcevic-disaster-management-processed-food-crackdown-maha-moms-revealed-nih-autism-study-thimerosal-link-to-autism-mexico-bans-g/

Weather Geeks
Weather Out West

Weather Geeks

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 46:20


Guest: Daniel SwainWinds are howling outside Los Angeles, California on a dry January day. The hillsides north and east of the city erupt in flames. A wall of fire begins to consume neighborhoods faster than firefighters can keep up. As wind-driven embers continue to fly down hill - a thousand miles away, Daniel Swain's phone begins to light up. Journalists, companies, officials - all want answers to California's extreme weather and the impact of climate change. On this week's episode of Weather Geeks we learn how one high schooler, with a blog, ignited his career to become one of the leading communicators on climate change and the Weather out West.Chapters:00:00 California's Wildfires and Climate Change10:08 Daniel Swain: The Weather Geek's Journey19:52 The Importance of Effective Communication27:05 Linking Climate Change to Extreme Weather40:05 Understanding the Complexity of Weather EventsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Early Breakfast with Abongile Nzelenzele
Tragic losses as floods hit South Africa

Early Breakfast with Abongile Nzelenzele

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 13:25


Guest: Minister Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa | Minister of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Floods continue to devastate communities, destroying roads, isolating towns, and claiming lives. Africa Melane speaks to disaster management experts about the response efforts, infrastructure failures, and what must change to prevent future crises.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amateur Radio Newsline™
Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2471 for Friday, March 7th, 2025

Amateur Radio Newsline™

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025


SCRIPT:Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2471 for Friday, March 7th, 2025 Amateur Radio Newsline Report Number 2471 with a release date of Friday, March 7th, 2025 to follow in 5-4-3-2-1.The following is a QST. A survey reveals some important trends in Brazilian amateur radio. Huntsville's new museum of communications and technology is open -- and the founder of the Hurricane Watch Net becomes a Silent Key. All this and more as Amateur Radio Newsline Report Number 2471 comes your way right now.** BILLBOARD CART**SURVEY GIVES DETAILED SNAPSHOT OF HAM RADIO IN BRAZILPAUL/ANCHOR: Our top story takes us to Brazil where a recent survey is providing a detailed look at trends among hams in South America's largest nation. Jeremy Boot G4NJH shares some of its findings.JEREMY: An important snapshot of the state of amateur radio in Brazil has provided the national ham radio society and the telecommunications regulator with insights into relevant trends. The sampling of 940 hams in 27 states and 350 cities was conducted in May of 2024 by Guillermo Crimerius, PY2BIL, a member of the board of the Sao Paulo chapter of LABRE, the Liga de Amadores Brasileiros de Rádio Emissão. Guillermo told Newsline that the findings are also being shared with the regulator ANATEL.He said that the findings held no surprises but many details were nonetheless significant. Brazil's ham radio community remains predominantly male, with women comprising only 2 percent of the hobby. Survey results also showed that hams are an aging population in Brazil: 72% are between 40 and 70 years old, with most of them between 40 and 60. While new licensees continue to join Brazil's ham community every year, there is low membership in clubs and associations, giving little opportunity for the networking and skills training usually provided by them. Guillermo writes: [quote] "This scenario has had an impact on new generations of hams,who face difficulties in learning the essential technical matters and especially the operational and cultural activities." [endquote]For a full copy of the report, which is downloadable, visit the link in the text version of this week's newscast at arnewsline.orgThis is Jeremy Boot G4NJH.(GUILLERMO CRIMERIUS, PY2BIL)**NOMINATE THE NEXT "YOUNG HAM OF THE YEAR"PAUL/ANCHOR: We remind our listeners that young hams who live in the continental United States have an opportunity to make news, if they aren't already doing so, by being a recipient of this year's Amateur Radio Newsline Bill Pasternak Memorial Young Ham of the Year Award. Consider nominating an amateur radio operator 18 years of age or younger -- someone who has talent, promise and a commitment to the spirit of ham radio. Find application forms on our website arnewsline.org under the "YHOTY" tab. Nominations are now open. We are accepting nominations through May 31st.**BRANDMEISTER DMR PHASING OUT SOME RADIO IDSPAUL/ANCHOR: Certain Radio IDs that have been in use on the Brandmeister DMR network are going away later this year. Sel Embee KB3TZD explains.SEL: The Brandmeister DMR network has announced that it is phasing out its support of certain Radio IDs that do not comply with the Mobile Country Code, or MCC, numbering system. This means that by June, radio operators with certain DMR IDs will need to request new numbers to be assigned to their radios. The first phase of these changes will begin on the 1st of June, when Brandmeister will stop supporting five-digit CAP+ IDs. Starting on the 1st of January, 2026, radios with seven-digit personal radio IDs that begin with the numeral 1 will also stop working on the network. In making this announcement, Brandmeister assured repeater operators that it will continue indefinite support of repeaters that have six-digit radio IDs.Brandmeister said in its announcement in late February that this an effort to address improperly numbered Radio IDs – something Brandmeister has been trying to contain for seven years. It said on its website: [quote] The Brandmeister DMR platform is a constantly evolving system, requiring regular optimizations and maintenance to ensure its efficiency, reliability, and alignment with global open standards.” [Endquote]New IDs can be obtained through Radio ID (Radio Eye Dee) dot net (Radioid.net).For further instructions visit the Brandmeister link that appears in the text version of this week's newscast at arnewsline.orgThis is Sel Embee KB3TZD.[DO NOT READ: news.brandmeister.network](NEWS.BRANDMEISTER.NETWORK, AMATEUR NEWS DAILY)**3 IRISH "KILMOLIN CLUSTER" BEACONS GO QRT TO RELOCATEPAUL/ANCHOR: A trio of beacons in Ireland have been taken out of service in preparation for being moved, as we hear from Jeremy Boot G4NJH.JEREMY: In Ireland, three beacons that have been operating from a site south of Dublin have gone QRT to allow for their relocation. The EI4RF, EI1KNH and EIØSIX beacons have been part of what is known as the Kilmolin cluster. They had been hosted by Paddy Geoghegan, EI5HS, who became a Silent Key last year.The beacons, which have a new owner, went off the air in mid-February and are expected to slowly come back. According to reports on groups.io and the SWLing Post blog, the EI4RF 4-metre beacon is expected to be the first to return, perhaps by May just as sporadic-E season begins. The EIØSIX beacon is expected to follow sometime afterward on 6-metres. It was unclear how and when service will be restored on the EI1KHN beacon, which operated on 40 and 60 MHz. It is also unclear whether this beacon will need to be assigned a new callsign.This is Jeremy Boot GF4NJH.(EI7GI BLOG, QRZ.COM, SWLING POST)**UNIVERSITY IS W. BENGAL'S 1ST TO HAVE HAM CLUB STATIONPAUL/ANCHOR: Students and faculty in India are celebrating the establishment of the first state-of-the-art shack on a West Bengal state university campus. Graham Kemp VK4BB tells us more.GRAHAM: Aliah University, a state university that created for the education of many of India's minority populations, is about to become the first university in West Bengal with its own state-of-the-art ham radio club station.The announcement was made in late February in connection with a seminar held on the Kolkata campus introducing students and faculty to various aspects of amateur radio. The one-day session, held on the 24th of February, covered emergency communications and radio technology and included hands-on experience for the estimated 250 attendees. It was led by members of the West Bengal Radio Club, the Indian Academy of Communication and Disaster Management and organized by the school's Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. A number of other schools have hosted similar amateur radio workshops throughout the region, which is a coastal area subject to violent storms and other natural disasters that rely on alternate forms of communication. This is Graham Kemp VK4BB.(MILLENNIUM POST)**BROADCAST TRADE SHOW DROPS RECEPTION FOR HAMSPAUL/ANCHOR: Hams will no doubt be among those visiting the National Association of Broadcasters annual trade show again this year but something will be missing, as we learn from Ralph Squillace KK6ITB.RALPH: The annual trade show of the National Association of Broadcasters is welcoming industry professionals once again this year to Las Vegas in April. One traditional event will be missing from this year's show, however: There will be no separate reception for amateur radio operators.Hams, of course, are still welcome. Indeed, many broadcast professionals - especially those on the engineering side - enjoy an active and robust time on the air on the amateur bands. A posting on the Radio World website said that this year's ham reception was not on the schedule. The reception had been hosted for a long time by Bob Heil K9EID, who became a Silent Key last year.The article said that organizers are hoping to [quote] "reinvent the event for next year by exploring fresh partnerships and innovative ideas." [endquote]In the meantime, licensed hams who work in the industry can still look forward to the usual opportunities for networking and learning about new technology. The NAB Show takes place between April 5th and 9th at the Las Vegas Convention Center.This is Ralph Squillace KK6ITB.(RADIO WORLD)**BREAK HERE: Time for you to identify your station. We are the Amateur Radio Newsline, heard on bulletin stations around the world including the WB3GXW repeater in Silver Spring, Maryland and simultaneously on EchoLink Conference Server Node 6154 on Saturdays at 8 PM and Sundays at 7 PM Eastern time.**DX INDIA FOUNDATION PREPARES FOR DXPEDITIONNEIL/ANCHOR: In India, there's a new DX foundation that has lots of energy and ambition - and plans for a rarely activated island. We learn more from Jason Daniels VK2LAW.JASON: It's still early in the game for the newly organized not-for-profit DX India Foundation but the team has already announced ambitious plans to increase India's presence on the DX map. As part of its mission to activate rare IOTA islands, conduct DXpeditions and provide DX and POTA chasers with a chance to work different entities in India, the team has its sights set on Arnala Island, IOTA number AS-169, which is near Mumbai. According to an announcement from the team, the island has had no amateur radio activity since 2006. Hams from the DX India Foundation have applied to use the callsign AU2M and hope to be on the air from the 29th of May through to the 1st of June. Later plans include a 10-day adventure to the Lakshadweep archipelago off the coast of Kerala [CARE-ruh-luh] in southern India.The DX India Foundation has also established an online forum in groups.io to encourage a sense of international community for chasers and activators. In between trips, the foundation's activity will be focused on training and mentoring other radio operators.This is Jason Daniels VK2LAW.(DX INDIA FOUNDATION)**HUNTSVILLE'S ‘SIGNALS' MUSEUM OPENS IN ALABAMAPAUL/ANCHOR: Huntsville, Alabama, home of the Huntsville Hamfest, has a new way to celebrate technology and, of course, amateur radio. To welcome the museum and honor the spirit and advancements made in technology, Newsline is departing from the norm this week. This report is being read via artificial intelligence and a correspondent known as AI-Drew.AI-DREW: On March 1st, the SIGNALS Museum of Information Explosion opened its doors to what founders hope will be an immersive and hands-on environment for visitors. The museum, housed a short drive from where the Huntsville Hamfest is held each year, has an array of exhibits devoted to communications technology in all its forms throughout history. Amateur radio operators who are visiting will be particularly interested in the ham shack, a welcoming space for regional radio clubs and other radio operators to meet or work on building equipment. The museum also has an on-site radio tower.Whether you live in the area or plan to visit Huntsville this year, the museum will welcome you. Visit their website at signals hyphen museum dot org. (signals-museum.org)This is AI-Drew.(SIGNALS MUSEUM)**SILENT KEY: GERRY MURPHY, K8YUW, FOUNDER OF THE HURRICANE WATCH NETPAUL/ANCHOR: Atlantic hurricane season is still a few months away but hams and forecasters will be going forward into this year's season without the man who created the Hurricane Watch Net 60 years ago. He has become a Silent Key, as we hear from Randy Sly W4XJ.RANDY: It can be said that the seeds of the Hurricane Watch Net were planted in 1965 as Hurricane Betsy raged its way through the Bahamas, making landfall in the US that September. Gerald Murphy, K8YUW, who was stationed by the US Navy in Rhode Island at the time, was also handling messages and phone patches for the Intercontinental Amateur Radio Net. When hurricane-specific traffic started to overwhelm the regular net's messages on their 20m frequency, Gerry suggested that those messages be handled 5 kHz higher. Marcy Rice, KZ5MM, who was in the Panama Canal Zone QSY'd with him up to 14.325 MHz and that was the genesis of the Hurricane Watch Net.The net has become the backbone of a robust communications system during storm season. Trained hams share advisories, data and post-storm damage information in affected areas with national hurricane centers in the US and, when needed, Canada.Gerry, who became a Silent Key on the 25th of February at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, leaves behind this vibrant legacy. He served as net manager from September of 1965 until February of 1988, staying on afterward as assistant net manager. Health issues compelled him to retire from the net in March 1991.The Hurricane Watch Net has been planning an on-air special event in September to mark its 60th anniversary. Net manager Bobby Graves,KB5HAV, told Newsline [quote] "I was hoping and praying Jerry would make it to see his creation's 60th Anniversary this coming Labor Day....We will endeavor to make it even more special." [endquote]Gerry was 88.This is Randy Sly W4XJ.(BOBBY GRAVES, KB5HAV; EDDIE MISIEWICZ, KB3YRU)**WORLD OF DXIn the World of DX, Chris, WA7RAR, is on the air until the 16th of March from Barbados, IOTA Number NA-ØØ21. He is using the callsign 8P9CB, operating SSB and CW on 20-10 metres. Some of his locations are POTA sites. See QRZ.com for QSL details.Rockwell, WW1X, is using the callsign VP5/WW1X from Providenciales, IOTA Number NA-ØØ2 in the Turks and Caicos Islands from the 8th through to the 15th of March. This is a QRP operation using only SSB, although Rockwell has not ruled out occasional use of FT8. QSL via LoTW.Listen for Aldir, PY1SAD, who is using the callsign 8R1TM from Georgetown, Guyana, between the 11th of March and the 26th of April. Aldir is using CW, SSB and the digital modes on the HF bands. He is also operating via satellite. See QRZ.com for QSL details.Members of the Korean Amateur Radio League are on the air in March and April to celebrate the centenary of the International Amateur Radio Union. They are using the callsign HL1ØØIARU. See QRZ.com for QSL details.(425 DX BULLETIN)**KICKER: ECHOES OF A DIFFERENT WAY TO LEARN CWPAUL/ANCHOR: We end this week's report with an alternate way in which some hams in New Zealand got to learn and practice CW while having real QSOs. We'll let Jim Meachen ZL2BHF explain how it happened.JIM: If you've ever wondered whether Echolink is a viable mode for teaching or learning CW, just ask Ted ZL1BQA, who is proud to have logged a respectable number of CW contacts during the recent Jock White Memorial Field Day in New Zealand. Studying CW for almost a year with the Franklin Amateur Radio Club, Ted was able to restart his long-ago code skills in sessions led by the club president Peter Henderson ZL1PX. It was done over Echolink.Ted had enrolled last May along with three younger members who were first-time learners - Francois, ZL4FJ, Steve, ZL1TZP and Steve ZL1SPR. With only Ted able to copy Peter's signal over HF, the club followed a suggestion made by Gary ZL1GAC: try Echolink, a computer-based ham radio mode that incorporates VoIP technology. Loading CW software onto his computer, Peter was able to send the code intended for each session, confident that everyone had an equal chance of copying clearly.Weekly sessions soon expanded to twice a week as the students concentrated on letters, then numbers - and eventually basic punctuation.After a break in the action, the club is back on Echolink with CW sessions three nights a week. As for Ted, he's on a roll. Peter told Newsline in an email that he has resumed making CW contacts on a daily basis on HF using the Vibroplex that once collected dust instead of QSOs.This is Jim Meachen ZL2BHF.(QUA, Peter Henderson, ZL1PX)**Have you sent in your amateur radio haiku to Newsline's haiku challenge yet? It's as easy as writing a QSL card. Set your thoughts down using traditional haiku format - a three-line verse with five syllables in the first line, seven in the second and five in the third. Submit your work on our website at arnewsline.org - each week's winner gets a shout-out on our website, where everyone can find the winning haiku.NEWSCAST CLOSE: With thanks to Amateur News Daily; Bobby Graves, KB5HAV; Brandmeister; David Behar K7DB; DX India Foundation; Eddie Misiewicz, KB3YRU; EI7GI Blog; Guillermo Crimerius, PY2BIL; Millennium Post; Peter Henderson, ZL1PX; QRZ.com; QUA Newsletter; Radio World; shortwaveradio.de; SWLing Post; Wireless Institute of Australia; and you our listeners, that's all from the Amateur Radio Newsline. We remind our listeners that Amateur Radio Newsline is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that incurs expenses for its continued operation. If you wish to support us, please visit our website at arnewsline.org and know that we appreciate you all. We also remind our listeners that if you like our newscast, please leave us a 5-star rating wherever you subscribe to us. For now, with Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT at the news desk in New York, and our news team worldwide, I'm Paul Braun WD9GCO in Valparaiso Indiana saying 73. As always we thank you for listening. Amateur Radio Newsline(tm) is Copyright 2025. All rights reserved.

REELTalk with Audrey Russo
REELTalk: Christopher Horner, Victor Avila and Dr. Steven Bucci

REELTalk with Audrey Russo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 126:41


Joining Audrey for this week's REELTalk - Legal Analyst for GAO and bestselling author of Red Hot Lies, CHRISTOPHER HORNER will be here! PLUS, X-ICE Special Agent and author of Agent Under Fire, VICTOR AVILA will be here! AND, visiting fellow for Spec Ops & Disaster Management at The Heritage Foundation, Dr. STEVEN BUCCI will be here!  In the words of Benjamin Franklin, "If we do not hang together, we shall surely hang separately." Come hang with us... 

Mexico Business Now
“AI Key to Optimizing Natural Disaster Management in Mexico” by Elton Borgonovo, Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean, Motorola Solutions (AA1346)

Mexico Business Now

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 6:09


The following article of the Tech industry is: “AI Key to Optimizing Natural Disaster Management in Mexico” by Elton Borgonovo, Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean, Motorola Solutions.

Daybreak Africa  - Voice of America
Millions facing acute food insecurity in Somalia - February 25, 2025

Daybreak Africa - Voice of America

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 3:05


Nearly 3.4 million people or 17 percent of Somalia's population are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity. This is according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification system (IPC) used by the United Nations. The group defines famine as an extreme deprivation of food. It says the crisis is driven by floods, conflict, and poor rainfall. Nasir Abdi Arush, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management for the Southwest State of Somalia, tells VOA's James Butty, that while some of the factors creating food insecurity are beyond the country's control, the Somali government is trying to create a conducive environment for its people

Early Breakfast with Abongile Nzelenzele
Disaster Management provides critical update on KZN weather wreckage

Early Breakfast with Abongile Nzelenzele

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 8:23


Guest: Senzelwe Mzila | KZN COGTA Spokesperson With multiple provinces battling relentless storms and severe flooding, the death toll continues to climb. Emergency services are stretched thin, roads are submerged, and communities are struggling to stay afloat. Africa Melane chats to KZN COGTA Spokesperson, Senzelwe Mzila to get an update in KZN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forskningspodden
124 – Do Disaster Management Efforts Always Support Sustainable Development?

Forskningspodden

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 25:37


In this episode of Forskningspodden, we explore the often-overlooked connections between disaster risk management and sustainable development. Mathilde de Goër de Herve gives insights into how incorporating justice-related and temporal considerations can enhance disaster risk management, ensuring long-term resilience and fairness. We dive into flood risk management, examining how social, ecological, and temporal justice should … Continue reading "124 – Do Disaster Management Efforts Always Support Sustainable Development?"

Tyler Tech Podcast
Fostering Stronger, More Resilient Communities With Data

Tyler Tech Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 24:42


In this episode of the Tyler Tech Podcast, we explore how data is strengthening resilience in government operations, fostering transparency, and driving innovation in the public sector. With Open Data Day approaching, now is the perfect time to discuss how making data more accessible can empower communities, improve decision-making, and enhance public services.Justin Bruce, director of client services for Tyler's Data & Insights Division, shares his expertise on the role of open data in government. Drawing from his experience deploying open data solutions for the City of Jackson, Mississippi, Justin discusses how governments can leverage data to improve resident engagement, increase operational efficiency, and bolster resilience across multiple areas—including cybersecurity, disaster management, and economic development.Throughout the conversation, Justin highlights real-world examples of how public sector organizations are using data to improve transparency, enhance service delivery, and make data-driven decisions that benefit their communities. He also shares insights into the emerging trends shaping the future of government data, including artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, and digital accessibility.Tune in to learn how public sector leaders can harness the power of data to build more resilient, responsive communities while ensuring security, accuracy, and public trust.This episode also highlights Tyler Connect 2025, our annual conference designed to bring public sector professionals together to empower, collaborate, and imagine. Join us in San Antonio, Texas, from May 11–14, 2025, for product training, networking, and inspiration to help drive your organization forward. Early registration is now open — visit tylertech.com/connect to secure your spot!Blog: Let's Empower, Collaborate, and Imagine at Connect 2025!And learn more about the topics discussed in this episode with these resources:Download: Building a Resilient GovernmentDownload: Digital Access and Accessibility in the Resident ExperienceDownload: Revolutionizing the Government Workforce With AIDownload: A Digital Guide to Modernizing the Resident ExperienceDownload: Digital Access and Accessibility in the Resident ExperienceVideo: See How Data is Connecting an Ohio CountyBlog: Excellence 2024: Data & Transparency SolutionsListen to other episodes of the podcast.Let us know what you think about the Tyler Tech Podcast in this survey!

Nature: Breaking
LA Wildfires: A disaster management expert on rebuilding after a tragedy

Nature: Breaking

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 21:51 Transcription Available


Last month a series of wildfires spread across communities in Los Angeles and left a trail of destruction in their wake. Tens of thousands of people were forced to evacuate their neighborhoods. Over 15,000 homes and other structures were burned. And at least two dozen people were killed. It's well documented that climate change contributes to making fires like these worse. And it also exacerbates other hazards like droughts, floods, and storms. So what can local leaders in LA and in other communities in the US and around the world do in the wake of these extreme events to address systemic risks and proactively reduce catastrophic disasters? Today you'll hear from Anita van Breda, WWF's senior director for environment and disaster management. Anita has decades of experience working with communities affected by natural hazards, and she'll share her insights on disaster risk management and recovery in the wake of this most recent tragedy in LA. Links for More Info: Anita van Breda bio Web Story: What the 2004 tsunami taught us about disaster recovery Op-Ed: Why there is no such thing as a “natural” disaster Nature & Nature-Based Flood Management Guide Green Recovery & Risk Reduction CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:21 Intro 2:03 Lessons from the 2004 tsunami 5:09 Factors that contributed to LA wildfires 8:16 Disaster recovery tips for LA and other communities 11:49 Role of nature in disaster prevention and recovery 18:19 Parting advice to community leaders 21:10 Outro

Pricey for Breakfast - Triple M Townsville 102.3
Local Disaster Management Group Adivce & Kate's Daughter Hates Her

Pricey for Breakfast - Triple M Townsville 102.3

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 14:25


On the show today: Cr Andrew Robinson Chair of TSV Local Disaster Management Group, Kate's daughter hates her, Cliffo's gift to Kiwi Archie & last Toolbox Full of Cash callers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Next Byte
205. 2024 Recap & 2nd Annual Saucies!

The Next Byte

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 36:31


(04:44) - 163. Creating 3D Objects With AI(07:40) - 168. Neuroprosthetics: The Next Step Towards Limb Reconstruction(10:37) - 164. Dyson's Automated, Self-sustaining Strawberry Farm(13:40) - 177. Did A Shrimp Fry This Rice? No, A Robot Did(16:47) - 172. Don't Throw Away Coffee Grounds; They Could Solve The World's Water Crisis!(19:49) - 191. From Prevention to Recovery: AI in Disaster Management(22:29) - 181. Why Audi Uses 3D Printers For The R8(25:35) - 199. Will AI Assistants Make Your Doctor Better?(28:32) - 189. Stanford & Toyota Drift Cars With AI(31:50) - 173. Get 3 Days of Your Life Back Every Year with Smart Stoplights(33:44) - 192. Karsten Roscher & The Need For Safe AI (Interview) This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the speed-bumps of AI a la data!  Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

Picking Up Where We Left Off
Picking Up Where We Left Off on Disaster Management

Picking Up Where We Left Off

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 31:26


In this episode of Picking Up Where We Left Off, the Center revisits an early 2024 dialogue on disaster management. The dialogue emerged in response to significant disasters that affected long-term Center partners. The dialogue focused on global cooperation in disaster management and mitigation, and discussions emphasized the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, hailed as the most comprehensive international guide. Despite its significance, participants noted its limited adoption by governments, aid organizations, and first responders. Challenges discussed included the need for practical implementation, stronger political will, and greater investments, especially in vulnerable regions of the Global South. Participants acknowledged successes like reduced disaster-related deaths due to improved preparedness, yet economic and human losses remain alarmingly high, underscoring a gap between commitments and outcomes. The dialogue further explored the potential for cross-continental resilience programs, emphasizing the integration of scientific and indigenous knowledge. For instance, Malaysia and Rwanda collaborated on people-centric early warning systems. This highlighted the importance of tailoring global solutions to local contexts. Participants also debated the role of technology, such as advanced forecasting tools and machine learning, in enhancing disaster preparedness. While promising, these tools require sustained local support, robust data systems, and measures to avoid bias or desensitization. To ensure effectiveness, global frameworks like the Sendai Framework must be more actionable, bridging gaps between policy and field-level implementation, and fostering international cooperation to meet increasing climate-related challenges.

HealthCare UnTold
Loma Prieta Earthquake: The 35th Anniversary (Recast)

HealthCare UnTold

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 34:32


We are honoring the Loma Prieta Earthquake which took place on October 17, 1989 in Watsonville, California, by recasting our original podcast. We want to honor those who lost their lives and to those who responded to save lives and servethose who were impacted.You will hear about the fundamentals of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery particularly for vulnerable communities.  Our podcast features Interviews with medical providers and Watsonville community leaders who responded immediately after the earthquake; these local heroes provide their first-hand oral histories of the creative steps they took to quickly outreach to and serve farmworkers and the Watsonville Community.Understanding the long-term impact of disasters/pandemics reminds us of the transformation that can happen when people work together to prepare for and respond to the needs of vulnerable groups. HealthCare UnTold dedicates this podcast to those who work tirelessly everyday to improve conditions in and empower their communities.

The Manila Times Podcasts
NEWS: Timor-Leste seeks PH help in disaster management | October 21, 2024

The Manila Times Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 2:20


NEWS: Timor-Leste seeks PH help in disaster management | October 21, 2024Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribeVisit our website at https://www.manilatimes.netFollow us:Facebook - https://tmt.ph/facebookInstagram - https://tmt.ph/instagramTwitter - https://tmt.ph/twitterDailyMotion - https://tmt.ph/dailymotionSubscribe to our Digital Edition - https://tmt.ph/digitalSign up to our newsletters: https://tmt.ph/newslettersCheck out our Podcasts:Spotify - https://tmt.ph/spotifyApple Podcasts - https://tmt.ph/applepodcastsAmazon Music - https://tmt.ph/amazonmusicDeezer: https://tmt.ph/deezerStitcher: https://tmt.ph/stitcherTune In: https://tmt.ph/tunein#TheManilaTimes#KeepUpWithTheTimes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Career Competitor
Episode 239 - The Role of Leadership in Emergencies: The C3 Method

Career Competitor

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 53:45


About PatrickPatrick Hardy is an internationally-recognized disaster preparedness expert dedicated to empowering people with practical strategies for navigating both major emergencies and everyday disruptions. As a keynote speaker and the author of "Design Any Disaster," Patrick shares invaluable insights and secrets of effective disaster planning, equipping individuals and organizations to build resilience in the face of uncertainty. He inspires others to turn potential crises into opportunities for growth and preparedness.About the EpisodeIn this episode of GrowthReady, Patrick Hardy shares his insights on personal growth, disaster management, and the importance of self-identity. He emphasizes the need for a strong sense of self before pursuing growth and discusses his journey into disaster management, sparked by Hurricane Katrina. Patrick highlights the significance of intellectual curiosity, cultural adaptation, and leadership in emergencies, while also addressing the concepts of disruption and control in crisis management. He also discusses the importance of transforming disruptive events into opportunities for growth and empowerment. He emphasizes that disasters only become disasters when we allow them to, and that taking command, communicating effectively, and executing tasks can turn disruptions into advantages. Hardy shares insights on the necessity of self-reliance and independence, urging individuals and organizations to empower their teams and take responsibility for their own growth. He also highlights the significance of high performance through empowerment and leadership, illustrating how a shift in mindset can lead to success in the face of adversity.Learn more about Patrick and his company thru his website at www.disasterpatrick.comTakeawaysBefore you can grow, you need a strong sense of self.Stopping to reflect on who you are is crucial for growth.Intellectual curiosity drives personal and professional growth.Cultural adaptation is essential in new environments.Leadership is key in managing emergencies effectively.You have control over the outcomes in crises.Investing in yourself is more important than immediate financial gain.Disruption in life can lead to significant growth opportunities.Everyone faces their own version of a hurricane in life. You never have to experience a disaster for the rest of your life.A category 5 hurricane is not a disaster until we let it become one.Taking command of a disruption can make you stronger afterwards.If I do nothing, no one else will either.Treat external help like ice cream: nice, but not necessary.Empowerment is key to high performance in any organization.Disruptions can be turned into opportunities for growth.Independence and self-reliance are crucial during crises.High performance teams are built on empowerment and trust.Preparation is essential; if you prepare for a disaster, you will never experience one. Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and GrowthReady (formerly known as Career Competitor) by providing your details here - Request to become part of our communityAlso be sure to give him and the show a follow on Instagram @coachstevemellor

WE SEALED GENESIS
HARD THINGS - Beyond the Crisis: Rethinking Disaster Management in Ghana.

WE SEALED GENESIS

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 15:00


Unpacking Ghana's Disaster Management crises. My aim during this ongoing crisis is to leverage media and the power of the internet to engage both the diaspora and tourists, amplifying our collective voice to put an end to this menace.The Suite should be the next place you stay while in Accra: https://tr.ee/LZ6mnevbQ3 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wesealedgenesis/support

SmartHERNews
MiniSCOOP: The Backstory To Naming "Milton" Plus ~ the Stormy Debate Over Disaster Spending

SmartHERNews

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 16:10


How we name, measure and manage hurricanes. Plus, a touching message from a sheriff in a hard-hit community inspires us to find meaning even in the darkest moments. Join us as we explore the stories behind the storms and discuss the real-world impact of FEMA funding. Stay curious and informed as we navigate through these turbulent times together! BECOME A SMARTHER NEWS INSIDER: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtg  Chapters: 00:00 The Impact of Recent Storms 01:26 Understanding Storm Naming and History 04:11 Measuring Storms: The Saffir-Simpson Scale 06:55 Disaster Management and FEMA's Role 10:15 Funding Disaster Relief: Where Does the Money Go? 13:30 Resilience in the Face of Adversity

The Truth with Lisa Boothe
The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Why Leadership Matters

The Truth with Lisa Boothe

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 27:32 Transcription Available


In this episode, Lisa discusses the impact of Hurricanes Helene & Milton, and the contrasting responses of political leaders. She highlights the importance of leadership during crises and express concerns about the federal government's delayed response. Julio Rosas, a national correspondent for The Blaze and former Marine, shares his firsthand experiences from North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. He emphasizes the significance of local efforts in disaster response and criticizes bureaucratic delays. The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nepal Now
Climate change, floods, disaster, migration

Nepal Now

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 32:49 Transcription Available


What do you think? Send us a textToday we're doing something different. We're devoting this episode to last weekend's huge rain, the flooding and other disasters it spawned, and the climate migrants who will emerge from these incidents. And here I'd like to give my condolences to the family and friends of the more than 200 people confirmed killed in the devastation. I know: last week I guaranteed we would share the episode about the nurse migrating to Canada but I thought the topic of climate migration — which I've been wanting to discuss for a while — was just too timely to postpone. This episode also has a different format. I have two guests: Sagar Shrestha, Director of the Disaster Management Department at the Nepal Red Cross Society and Manjeet Dhakal, Head of the LDC Support Team and Director, at the South Asia office of Climate Analytics. I recorded this very quickly so the first chat with Sagar, which we did Sunday night, lacks the usual introduction and goodbye, and the quality is not quite up to our usual standard. I recorded with Manjeet on Monday evening. He was in Baku, capital of Azerbaijan, so the line wasn't crystal clear either. One note: Unfortunately, since Monday the number of confirmed deaths has risen to 209, as I'm recording on Tuesday, and dozens more people are still missingSend us feedback and ideas. We'll respond to every message:LinkedInInstagramFacebookVoicemailMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studio.

Ready. Prep. Go!
Prep School

Ready. Prep. Go!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 24:22


Dr. Natasha Gill, MD, MPH, FAAP discusses disaster preparedness for families. Dr. Gill, a pediatric emergency physician, shares her experiences with various disasters and emphasizes the importance of preparing a disaster kit. Key tips include knowing local risks, creating a go-bag with essentials (water, food, first aid, and cash), and involving children in preparedness plans. For families with special needs, she advises keeping essential medications and documents, and using accessible strategies to build and maintain disaster supplies over time.Natasha Gill, MD, MPH, FAAP, is Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) faculty and the Emergency Department (ED) Co-Director of Disaster Management at the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA). She is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (“Traditional Research Track”) for the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.ResourcesDisaster Preparedness for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs - American Academy of PediatricsPolicy statement--emergency information forms and emergency preparedness for children with special health care needs - National Library of MedicineDisaster Safety for People with Disabilities - America Red CrossEmergency Kit Checklist for Kids and Families - CDCEmergency Kit Checklist for Families with Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) - CDCBuild a Kit - Ready.govPeople with Disabilities

The Next Byte
191. From Prevention to Recovery: AI in Disaster Management

The Next Byte

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 26:08


(4:17) - AI For All Phases of Disaster ManagementThis episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the history of machine vision, its prevalence in our daily lives, current bottlenecks, and what the future holds for this critical technology! Become a founding reader of our newsletter: http://read.thenextbyte.com/ As always, you can find these and other interesting & impactful engineering articles on Wevolver.com.

Fail Faster
#475 - Adaptive Business Continuity: A New Approach

Fail Faster

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 40:31


In this episode of Fail Faster, we welcome Mark Armour, Senior Director, IT, Governance, Risk & Compliance at Pythian, Mark is a Resilience industry leader with over 20 years of experience in the field. Mark has been instrumental in the implementation and leadership of several global business continuity and crisis management programs. More importantly, Mark has been directly involved in corporate response and recovery for hundreds of events, from IT outages and natural disasters to pandemics. Mark is the author, along with David Lindstedt, PhD, of the Adaptive Business Continuity Manifesto and the book, Adaptive Business Continuity: A New Approach. He has written articles for the Journal of Business Continuity and Emergency Planning, the only peer reviewed publication in the profession. He has spoken on podcasts and at conferences, including Continuity Insights, Disaster Recovery Journal, the World Conference on Disaster Management and the ACP Leadership Council. He is currently the Sr. Director of Global Resilience at Brink's, Incorporated, the worldwide leader in secure logistics and cash management solutions.

AM Best Radio Podcast
University of Georgia Educators: Program Addresses Disaster Risk Communications

AM Best Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 10:18


Yan Jin, professor of crisis communication leadership at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication; Curt Harris, a professor in the College of Public Health and director of the University of Georgia's Institute for Disaster Management; and James Carson, head of the Department of Insurance in the Terry College of Business and a professor of risk management, discuss a new graduate certificate in Crisis, Risk, and Disaster Communication. The program is designed to equip students with the skills necessary for proactive readiness, and to address complex communication challenges in disaster situations.

Science by the Slice
Introducing New PIE Academy Course: Disaster Management and Communication for Agriculture and Natural Resources

Science by the Slice

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 12:45 Transcription Available


In this episode of Science by the Slice, Dr. Angie Lindsey and Aly Morrison introduce a new course from PIE Academy, the PIE Center's professional development education component. Dr. Lindsey and Morrison explain the unique needs of agricultural and natural resource (ANR) communities, especially amid the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, and how this course will help those who live and work in ANR be more resilient through disasters. Disaster Management and Communication for Agriculture and Natural Resources addresses preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery, and includes interactive elements and resources. Registration details and course access are available on the PIE Center's website at https://piecenter.com/pie-academy/. Resources:PIE Academy webpage: https://piecenter.com/pie-academy/Florida Extension Disaster Education Network: https://piecenter.com/fl-eden/Transcripts available here: https://piecenter.com/media/podcast/#transcriptAre you an educator? The Science by the Slice podcast aims to inform diverse audiences about important issues in agriculture, natural resources, and public health. Check out our learning guides that were created as an educational tool to facilitate discussions related to the topics presented in podcast episodes. Download the learning guides here: https://piecenter.com/media/podcast/learn/

Innovation Now

It's not easy to predict the path of forest fires, but it is crucial to be as accurate as possible.

ReMar Nurse Radio
Disaster Management Free NCLEX Review

ReMar Nurse Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 51:32


Live Nursing Review with Regina MSN, RN! Every Monday & Wednesday we are live. LIKE, FOLLOW, & SUB @ReMarNurse for more.     ► 50% Discount on NCLEX V2 - https://study.remarnurse.com/vit/ ► Get Quick Facts Next Gen - https://bit.ly/QF-NGN ► Subscribe Now - http://bit.ly/ReMar-Subscription ► GET THE PODCAST: https://remarnurse.podbean.com/ ► WATCH LESSONS: http://bit.ly/ReMarNCLEXLectures/ ► FOLLOW ReMar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ReMarNurse/ ► LIKE ReMar on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReMarReview/   Quick Facts for NCLEX Next Gen Study Guide here - https://bit.ly/QF-NGN Study with Professor Regina MSN, RN every Monday as you prepare for NCLEX Next Gen.   ReMar Review features weekly NCLEX review questions and lectures from Regina M. Callion MSN, RN. ReMar is the #1 content-based NCLEX review and has helped thousands of repeat testers pass NCLEX with a 99.2% student success rate! ReMar focuses on 100% core nursing content and as a result, has the best review to help nursing students to pass boards - fast!

Scholars Strategy Network's No Jargon
Episode 261: Disaster Management in the Era of Climate Change

Scholars Strategy Network's No Jargon

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 28:01


The first major storm of the 2024 season, Hurricane Beryl, made history by breaking multiple records and causing widespread devastation along its path. Many of these records were previously set in 2005, a year infamous for storms like Hurricane Katrina, which severely impacted New Orleans. Professor Elizabeth Fussell, a resident of the city at the time, was compelled to study the impact of Katrina. Drawing on this research, she shares insights on how extreme weather events impact communities and what we can learn from this storm, and others like it, to improve our responses as climate change makes these disasters more common and powerful.   For more on this topic: Read Fussell's SSN policy brief: Time Does Not Heal All Wounds: Psychological Problems for Poor Mothers Five Years After Hurricane Katrina Check out her opinion piece on the connection between climate change and population growth in the Los Angeles Times  

Weekend Breakfast with Africa Melane

Sara-Jayne Makwala King speaks to Charlotte Powell, spokesperson for Disaster Management at the City of Cape Town See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring
Information To Be Aware Of When A Flood Disaster Occurs Ministry Of Humanitarian Affairs And Disaster Management National Unity Government

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024


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Cover Band Confidential's Podcast
Episode 329: Surviving Bad Gigs: A Guide to Disaster Management

Cover Band Confidential's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 40:55


This week on the Cover Band Confidential podcast, Adam and Dan  share their nightmare gig stories and how they powered through them. From bad gear setups to creepy audience members, we've got it all. Plus, Dan can't find his drummer's click track and Adam shaved his head. Tune in to hear about the gear, the gigs, and everything that makes being a cover band musician a wild ride. And yes, there are some laughs and epic fails in there, too. Don't miss it!Blank Contracts & Riders: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/performance-contractsBacking Track Resources: https://www.coverbandconfidential.com/store/backing-track-resourcesThank you so much for tuning in!  If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends!  Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson                linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:Coverbandconfidential@gmail.comConsider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy us a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.com

The Environmental Transformation Podcast
Rail Industry Hazmat Thought Leaders Summit Series Part 4 with Anthony Mangeri

The Environmental Transformation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 26:51


Welcome to the Environmental Transformation Podcast with host Sean Grady. In this episode, Sean interviews Anthony Mangeri, a renowned expert in Emergency and Disaster Management. Anthony shares insights into his role as a professor at Rowan University and the American Military University, as well as his experience as the regional president of the International Association of Emergency Managers. Discover how Anthony helps communities navigate natural and technological hazards, mitigate risks, and enhance resilience. Dive into discussions on threat assessment, hazard mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and environmental justice in emergency management. Join us for a deep dive into the world of emergency preparedness and community resilience with Anthony Mangeri. Thanks to our Sponsors: Cascade Environmental, E-Tank, Zappa-Stewart, Enthalpy Analytical, and the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals. #hazmat #emergencyresponse #preparedness #firstresponders #nena #responseplanning

NewsTalk STL
H1: Hamas Claims They Don't Even Have 40 Hostages to Release 04-11-24

NewsTalk STL

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 41:57


THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW  0:00 SEG 1 Wall Street Journal publishes an article titled “The Real Estate Nightmare Unfolding in Downtown St. Louis” | OJ Simpson died of cancer today 19:53 SEG 2 STEVE BUCCI, Visiting Fellow for Spec Ops & Disaster Management at The Heritage Foundation, talks about humanitarian aid in Gaza | building a pier in Gaza | Japanese Prime Minister's visit | Trilateral meeting with Philippines | Hamas says they don't have 40 hostages to release | The threat of terrorism stirred up by Gaza | Homegrown terrorism stirred up by pro-Hamas protestors | Threats of Haitian mass migration https://twitter.com/SBucci   https://www.heritage.org/staff/steven-bucci   37:27 SEG 3 Kato Kaelin sends his condolences to OJ's family and the families of the murder victims    https://newstalkstl.com/    FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones    FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps    24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstream    RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tim Jones and Chris Arps Show
H1: Hamas Claims They Don't Even Have 40 Hostages to Release 04-11-24

The Tim Jones and Chris Arps Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 41:57


THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW  0:00 SEG 1 Wall Street Journal publishes an article titled “The Real Estate Nightmare Unfolding in Downtown St. Louis” | OJ Simpson died of cancer today 19:53 SEG 2 STEVE BUCCI, Visiting Fellow for Spec Ops & Disaster Management at The Heritage Foundation, talks about humanitarian aid in Gaza | building a pier in Gaza | Japanese Prime Minister's visit | Trilateral meeting with Philippines | Hamas says they don't have 40 hostages to release | The threat of terrorism stirred up by Gaza | Homegrown terrorism stirred up by pro-Hamas protestors | Threats of Haitian mass migration https://twitter.com/SBucci   https://www.heritage.org/staff/steven-bucci   37:27 SEG 3 Kato Kaelin sends his condolences to OJ's family and the families of the murder victims    https://newstalkstl.com/    FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones    FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps    24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstream    RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relentlessly Resilient Podcast
Trauma and disaster management specialist Jeffrey J. Denning on mental and spiritual health 

Relentlessly Resilient Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 48:31


Author and trauma and disaster management specialist Jeffrey J. Denning returns to Relentlessly Resilient to discuss the importance of self-awareness and self-wellness. Over his long career as a US Army officer, Federal Air Marshal, police captain, turned counselor and therapist, Jeff has been interested in trauma-informed mental and spiritual health. Today, he discusses five steps to help individuals in crisis find resilience, which is really all of us as we face the stress and disappointments of life. These steps are adequate sleep, healthy nutrition, daily physical activity, positive socialization, and a grateful attitude. The key to active resilience is understanding your identity and purpose and, thus, understanding your worth.    If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and/or visit them online at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org    Even though we live in challenging times, we can become 'Relentlessly Resilient' as we lean on and learn from one another’s experiences. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf are no strangers to overcoming adversity; Michelle lost her husband to cancer, while Jennie’s husband, Major Brent Taylor, was killed in the service of our country. Their stories bond them together, and now listeners can join them weekly as they visit with others enduring challenges and who teach us how they are exercising resiliency, finding value in their grief, and purpose in moving forward.  Presented by Minky Couture, makers of the most luxurious and soft blankets with a mission to share comfort and love during the special moments of life. Listen to the Relentlessly Resilient Podcast regularly on your favorite platform, at kslpodcasts.com, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio App. Join the Resilience conversation on Facebook at @RelentlesslyResilient and Instagram @RelentlesslyResilientPodcast. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

95bFM
The Role of Te Ao Māori in Aotearoa's Disaster Management Strategies w Dr. Shaun Awatere and Professor Christine Kenney

95bFM

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024


Last month saw the release of an independent review examining the emergency management of Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay last year. Insights revealed the key role marae, iwi and hāpu played in disaster response, heralding calls for strategies more inclusive of te ao Māori. Producer Jasmine Gray spoke with Dr. Shaun Awatere, of Ngāti Porou, who is Kaihautū Māori Research Impact Leader and Manaaki Whenua at Landcare Research. He discussed the ways in which national and local bureaucracies can be more formally inclusive of te Ao Māori and mana whenua approaches. Jasmine also spoke with Professor Christine Kenney, of Te Ātiawa ki Kāpati, Ngāi Tahu, and Ngāti Toarangatira. Amongst an impressive array of interdisciplinary roles in this area, Christine is the Chair of Disaster Risk Reduction at Massey University, and she provided us more insight about what the report's findings mean for Aotearoa's wider emergency management frameworks.

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring
" Approaches For Handling: Avoiding Emergencies And Responding To Fires"

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024


"Approaches for Handling/Avoiding Emergencies and Responding to Fires" Ministry of Home Affairs (Fire Department) and Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management.This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Item Tile, Metadata, PNG, Spectrogram, VBR MP3

The Response
Facing the Heat: Disaster Management in the Age of the Climate Crisis with Samantha Montano

The Response

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 33:19


For our first episode of 2024, we interviewed noted disasterologist and previous guest, Dr. Samantha Montano. We discuss the impact of climate change on disasters and the need for better disaster management and planning. We also explore the difference between emergencies, disasters, and catastrophes. And highlight the importance of community involvement in all stages of disaster management. We'll wrap things up with a review of recent changes to FEMA's individual assistance program and touch the role of journalism in bridging the gap between public expectations and government actions in disaster response. Resources: “Disasterology: Dispatches From The Frontlines of The Climate Crisis“ Samantha's monthly newsletter Samanth's twitter Episode credits: Hosted and produced by Tom Llewellyn Edited by Paige Kelly Theme Music by Cultivate Beats Follow The Response on Twitter and Instagram for updates, memes, and more. Our entire catalog of documentaries and interviews can be found at theresponsepodcast.org — or wherever you get your podcasts. The Response is an award-winning podcast series produced by Shareable exploring how communities respond to disaster — from hurricanes to wildfires to reactionary politics and more.

Let’s Talk Boulder
Episode 7: The Road to Flood Recovery

Let’s Talk Boulder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 32:36


A close look at our years-long recovery from the 2013 flood. We're digging into flood mitigation and preparedness, and lessons learned that have made our response and recovery stronger.    Special guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff): Joe Taddeucci, Director of Utilities Chris Meschuk, Deputy City Manager  Jennelle Freeston, Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for Open Space and Mountain Parks Brandon Coleman, Engineering Project Manager Chad Brotherton, Visitor Infrastructure Senior Manager for Open Space and Mountain Parks Mike Chard, Director of the Office of Disaster Management for the City of Boulder and Boulder County. This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Leah Kelleher. It was produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.   Related Resources: Flood Mitigation Project Roundup Boulder's Web Guide to Flooding How to Be Flood Ready City of Boulder Comprehensive Flood and Stormwater Plan 2013 Flood Interactive Website September 2013 Flood Information and Storytelling Upcoming Engagement Opportunities: Feb. 22 – Joint City Council and Open Space Board of Trustees public hearing on open space disposal for South Boulder Creek. A decision on disposal will be made in March. Find more opportunities and office hours with city staff on our website. Music in this episode (adapted):  The Silver Hatch, Grand Fell, This Passage, Uncertainty and Leadin by Blue Dot Sessions. Brother Richard by Dave Nelson. Confidence Trick by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear. All are licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License, Attribution-NonCommercial License or Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast
Top Climate Stories of 2023 and Behind the Scenes with the America Adapts Podcast

America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 80:05


In episode 199 America Adapts, it is a recap of 2023. In this episode, we highlight the top climate stories of 2023 and also discuss some of our favorite America Adapts episodes of the past year.  Joining the pod is Anita Van Breda of Wildlife Wildlife Fund, Monika Serrano of Turner Construction and Jessica Mederson of the law firm Stafford Rosenbaum. In addition, there are two short bonus interviews:  Dr. Refilew Mofoke, a professor from South Africa, joins the episode to talk about her new podcast the Plastic Planet Podcast, focusing on plastics and what they mean for the marine environment. And finally Stephen Robert Miller, an independent journalist, joins the pod to discuss his new book, Over the Seawall,  Tsunamis, Cyclones, Drought, and the Delusion of Controlling Nature. These are always fun episodes where we discuss current events and go behind the scenes on the podcast. Enjoy! Experts in this Episode: Anita Van Breda - Senior Director, Environment and Disaster Management, World Wildlife Fund Monika Serrano - Resilience Program Manage, Turner Construction Jessica Mederson – Attorney, Stafford Rosenbaum Law firm Dr Refilwe P Mofokeng -  Professor, University of Stellenbosch Stephen Robert Miller – Independent Journalist Check out the America Adapts Media Kit here! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadaptshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ https://www.instagram.com/america_adapts/?hl=en Resources and Links in this episode: Adapt: Climate Change and the Built Environment Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/adapt-climate-change-and-the-built-environment/id1722992677 https://open.spotify.com/show/4UQqG7aRrg3aYIK8FlUg7D https://plasticplanetpodcast.com/podcast/ https://islandpress.org/books/over-seawall The third annual Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference (ICR24) takes place on April 22-24, 2024, in Washington, DC. This toolkit is meant to help share messaging and information with your audiences.  ICR24 Websitehttps://www.battelle.org/conferences/conference-on-innovations-in-climate-resilience IMPORTANT KEY DATES ·         Abstract Submission Deadline – December 11, 2023 – Submission link Early Bird Registration Opens – November 1, 2023 – Registration link Early Bird Registration Deadline - February 16, 2024 Standard Registration Closes - April 15, 2024 Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android Hey Adapters, I'm excited to announce a new partnership with Atmos. America Adapts has been selected as one of the non-profits that gets direct donations when you start banking with Atmos, the world's most climate-focused bank account. From solar loans, cash-back checking to high yield savings accounts, Atmos is 'banking with a purpose.' When you open a bank account you can increase your monthly savings rate when you regularly support their select list of non profits working for a sustainable future. Yes, there are other options besides America Adapts...like Amazon Watch, 1% for the Planet, Grist, Project Drawdown and many more. Please watch the short video below to get a specific explanation of what Atmos offers. America Adapts gets individual donors because we're a 501(c)3, but Atmos might be a better fit, as you get banking services with your donations..   Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! 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The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU  America Adapts also has its own app for your listening pleasure!  Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts!  Please consider supporting this podcast by donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we're also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs
Top-Down Disaster Management

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 79:05


Church of England vicars with a difference Tom Pelham and Jamie Franklin survey the smoking rubble of western civilisation. This week talking about the failure of the managerial classes in church and state and taking in these stories:- The UK goes to war against the Houthis.- Lord Frost predicts total doom for Tories unless different course charted.- More on the Post Office scandal and its sordid relationship with the Church of England hierarchy.That and much, much more as ever. Enjoy!Please Support!Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/irreverend) or Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend). Subscribe to Jamie's Blog here: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comLinks:Rev J talking to Nick Dixon about Depression and Health Anxiety: https://currentthingpod.podbean.com/e/jamie-franklin-christianity-and-mental-health/Hitchens on Houthi Attack: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-12960047/PETER-HITCHENS-foreign-brawl-Oh-grow-fix-pothole-peppered-roads.htmlLord Frost Depicts Tory General Election Wipeout based on comprehensive poll: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2024/01/14/david-frost-election-poll-tories-rishi-sunak-keir-starmer/Giles Fraser - Will the Church Follow the Post Office?: https://unherd.com/2024/01/will-the-church-follow-the-post-office/Ian Paul - The Crisis of Episcopal Ministry in the Church of England: https://www.psephizo.com/life-ministry/the-crisis-of-episcopal-leadership-in-the-church-of-england/Twits on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gracelandqueen/status/1742658603494805987Notices:Find links to our episodes, social media accounts and ways to support us at https://www.irreverendpod.com!Find me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irreverendpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IrreverendPodJoin our Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodThursday Circles: http://thursdaycircle.comJamie's Good Things Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Sermon Audio: https://irreverendsermonaudioSupport the show

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring
Radio NUG 19th NOV 2023 8 30 PM

Radio NUG for Myanmar Spring

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023


Local news-Nway Oo Mon "Speech delivered by Dr. Win Myat Aye, Union Minister of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, at the 2nd anniversary of the establishment of the Psycho-Social Support Team (PSSTF)" "The Way Home" (Poem) by Maung Tin Thit, Loot Lat Nway Oo Tips on How t....This item belongs to: audio/opensource_audio.This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Metadata, VBR MP3

Leadership Under Fire
The Influence of Education and Learning on Leadership and Performance with Captain Gabe Angemi, Camden NJ FD

Leadership Under Fire

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 71:32


The recording you will hear in this episode of the Leadership Under Fire Humanizing the Narrative Podcast features LUF tactical leadership advisor Gabe Angemi. Gabe is a second-generation member of the Camden NJ Fire Department. He presently serves as a Captain and is assigned to Squad Company 7. Gabe has spent many years serving in Camden's Special Operations companies and is a member of NJ-TF1 FEMA USAR since 2008. He completed undergraduate study in Public Safety Administration from Neumann University and holds a master's degree in Emergency & Disaster Management from Georgetown University. He was previously featured on episode no. 60 of this podcast titled, From Renegade to Reformer with Capt Gabe Angemi, Camden NJ FD.

America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast
Empowering Youth for Nature-Based Flood Management: World Wildlife Fund's Flood Green Guide Youth Champions Program

America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 92:53


In episode 194 of America Adapts, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) returns to continue the  'Flood Green Guide' series focused on nature based approaches to flood risk management. This is a follow up to the episodes from 2018 published shortly after the release of their “Natural and Nature Based Flood Management: A Green Guide, better known now around the world as the Flood Green Guide. In the intervening years, despite setbacks by the pandemic, WWF has been busy doing trainings on the flood green guide and in this episode, we're exploring how WWF engages youth in flood risk and management.  We'll hear from young individuals worldwide, sharing their experiences with flooding and their thoughts on nature-based approaches to flood risk management and the importance of art, science, and engaging communities. We'll discuss why WWF is launching a new Flood Green Guide Youth Champion initiative, the importance of including youth in flood risk reduction strategies and some of the barriers young leaders face while trying to make meaningful change.  And we'll hear from a group of young professionals who traveled to Sri Lanka to work with the WWF team to design the Flood green guide youth champions initiative from the ground up.  The episode was generously sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund. Donate to America Adapts Experts interviewed (in order of appearance): Anita Van Breda - Senior Director, Environment and Disaster Management, World Wildlife Fund Luz Cervantes - Senior Program Officer for the Environment and Disaster Management, World Wildlife Fund Barrise Griffin - Expert in disaster risk management and development in the Bahamas David Urueña - Geologist based in Colombia  Misaki Daniel - Founder and Executive Director at the Ihandiro Youth Advocates for Nature-IYAN  Manon Ebel – Technical Advisor, Climate Policy & Youth, Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre Samuel Shores - Graduate Student, University of North Carolina Wilmington Benthic Ecology Lab Previous America Adapts episodes focusing on the Flood Green Guide. Flooding and Natural and Nature-Based Solutions https://www.americaadapts.org/episodes/2018/10/6/flooding-and-natural-and-nature-based-solutions Flooding, Climate Change, and Art https://www.americaadapts.org/episodes/2018/11/19/flooding-climate-change-and-art Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: FGG website page https://envirodm.org/flood-management/ FGG Youth Champions program page https://envirodm.org/pilot-youth-program-2023/ FGG Youth Champions story  https://envirodm.org/resource/young-leaders-inspire-a-global-youth-movement-to-tame-flooding-impacts-in-their-communities/ St. James community creates living shoreline from recycled oyster shells (wect.com) Town creates fund for UNCW's study of living shoreline | Coastal Review Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it https://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app for your listening pleasure!  Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts!  Please consider supporting this podcast by donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we're also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast
EP 398 | TANK THE TECH: The dirty truth about touring, disaster management, and how to land a career in music

Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 78:34


Tank The Tech is a guitar, bass, drum tech, tour manager, and successful YouTuber best known for laying out the cold, hard truth about how the touring and music industry works. Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to the Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast00:02:24 - The Truth About the Touring Industry00:05:13 - Why the Music Industry isn't for Everyone00:07:41 - The Importance of Humanizing Artists00:10:27 - The Rising Costs of Touring Expenses00:18:12 - Fond Memories of Van Touring00:23:32 - Trailer Troubles and Midnight Emergencies00:36:43 - The Importance of Planning for the Future in the Music Industry00:44:01 - Representing the Artist00:46:45 - Finding Your Zen in Instrument Work00:54:35 - The Importance of Learning Various Skills on the Road00:59:53 - The Unsung Heroes of the Concert Tour01:05:03 - Recognition as the "YouTube Guy" during work01:07:26 - The Need for Qualified People in the Music Industry NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them! http://nailthemix.com/

ECO CHIC
Disasterology | Dr. Samantha Montano

ECO CHIC

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2023 56:18


We are rewinding to a conversation with Dr. Samantha Montano all about disaster management, in response to our recent episode on the concept of disaster capitalism. We get into everything you've ever wanted to know about living with stronger hurricanes, tornados, heatwaves… and just how we can protect our communities. Dr. Montano and I discuss her interest in disaster recovery in New Orleans immediately following Hurricane Katrina and the Levee Failure. Samantha educates of the phases of Disaster Management (and what can go right or wrong in each one!), and gaps in our current legal and political systems when it comes to actively preparing for and mitigating events that are often incorrectly referred to as ‘natural disasters.' We also dig deeper into the mismanagement of the covid catastrophe response. This episode was originally published December 2021 under the title "Disasters Aren't Natural: Managing Catastrophes + The Climate Crisis. Dr. Montano is an assistant professor of emergency management at Massachusetts Maritime Academy. She is the author of Disasterology: Dispatches from The Frontlines of The Climate Crisis published by Park Row. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Loyola University New Orleans and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Emergency Management from North Dakota State University.  Thanks to our sponsor today!! CarawayHome.com/ECO for 10% off Sign up for our biweekly newsletter here!! Sign up for our community spotlight here!! Let's connect - @ecochicpodcast on Instagram + @lauraediez on Tiktok. Email me at laura@lauraediez.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All Things Wildfire Podcast
Episode 13 - Exploring the Journey of Disaster Management

All Things Wildfire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 51:53


We're thrilled to share with you our latest release, where we delve into the inspiring journey of disaster management with the incredible Michele Steinberg. In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Michele, an esteemed professional with a remarkable background in emergency management and disaster mitigation. From her experience as a regional flood plains manager to her current role as the wildfire division director of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), Michele's expertise and passion shine through as she recounts her lifelong dedication to creating safer communities.  Together with our host, OP Almaraz, Michele reflects on personal experiences that sparked her interest in this field, such as the unforgettable Blizzard of 1978 in New England. She shares her insights into floodplain management, the importance of sensible land use planning, and the subsequent transition to tackling wildfire-related challenges. Throughout the conversation, Michele emphasizes the need for proactive measures and funding to support property owners in mitigating risks associated with wildfires. Her perspective on providing direct funding for upfront mitigation work sparks a thought-provoking discussion on the allocation of resources and the goal of achieving equitable distribution. Join us in exploring the thought-provoking journey of Michele Steinberg as she shares her experiences, challenges, and aspirations in the realm of disaster management. Her dedication to building resilient communities serves as an inspiration to all of us, and we're certain you'll find her story both captivating and enlightening.