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D'après la National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, ou NOAA, agence américaine étudiant les océans et l'atmosphère terrestre, les océans n'ont jamais été aussi chauds. D'après des données publiées en avril 2023, la température moyenne des océans est de 21,1°C ce mois-ci. C'est un record absolu depuis les premiers enregistrements menés en 1981. Selon Christophe Cassou, chercheur au CNRS et principal auteur du 6ème rapport du Giec, les causes d'un tel réchauffement sont évidentes. Il est dû au dérèglement climatique provoqué par l'activité humaine. Pourquoi les océans subissent-ils les conséquences du dérèglement climatique ? Quelles sont ces conséquences ? Comment le réchauffement des océans peut-il évoluer ? Écoutez la suite de cet épisode de "Maintenant vous savez". Un podcast Bababam Originals, écrit et réalisé par Samuel Lumbroso. Première diffusion :avril 2023 À écouter aussi : A quoi servent vraiment les moustiques ? Rachida Dati : comment reconnaître un conflit d'intérêt ? Qu'est-ce que l'autisme virtuel ? Retrouvez tous les épisodes de "Maintenant vous savez". Suivez Bababam sur Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The June 12, 2026, Closing Market Report covers recent developments in agricultural markets, regional corporate investments, and long-term weather forecasts. Market analyst Mike Zuzolo notes that wheat and corn surprisingly closed higher despite a bearish USDA WASDE report that lowered the season's average cash price for wheat by 50 cents. Zuzolo attributes underlying market support to strong domestic ethanol and export demand, though he warns that soybeans face downward pressure from competitive South American crops if corn and wheat fail to establish a bottom. In state news, the USDA outlined disaster recovery resources for Illinois farmers recovering from recent tornadoes, and Rural King announced a $75 million investment in a new headquarters in Mattoon, Illinois, which is projected to create 100 local jobs. The broadcast also highlighted an upcoming University of Illinois Extension field day focused on nutrient management. Concluding with an agricultural weather forecast, Eric Snodgrass reports that recent heavy Midwestern rains have restored critical soil moisture, thereby reducing the risk of severe heat in July. Furthermore, Snodgrass highlights NOAA's confirmation of a strong El Nino pattern, which is anticipated to produce a milder, wetter fall and winter that could complicate upcoming harvest and fieldwork schedules.- Ag Markets with Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com- WILLAg News Update for June 12, 2026- Ag Weather with Eric Snodgrass, NutrienAgSolutions.com ★ Support this podcast ★
Guest John Bravender (Warning Coordination Meteorologist, NOAA/National Weather Service - Honolulu Forecast Office) talks on the 2026 Hurricane Season Forecast for Hawaii and the staffers based in Honolulu, Hawaii who create the weather forecasts 24/7.Host Kathy With a K spoke with John Bravender via Zoom, a few days after the official forecast was released on May 28, 2026. Learn more on current weather, visit the bookmark below:For Hawaii: National Weather Service - Forecast Office Honolulu For Oahu residents and visitors, visit HNLalert.gov , the City and County of Honolulu's Official Notification System."Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across Pacific Media Group Oahu radio stations:KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb | KQMQ HI93 | KUMU 94.7 KUMU | KPOI 105.9 The WaveTo be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.comRecorded via Zoom on June 2, 2026 in Honolulu, HI 96813
#3em1Agro - confira os destaques desta quinta-feira (11/06/26):➡️ Renegociação de dívidas: as 3 batalhas para o fim!➡️ Super El Niño: NOAA eleva previsão do fenômeno. Entenda ➡️ Conheça os novos dados do relatório do USDA ➡️ Lula veta Lei do safrista. Há chance de reversão?*Kellen Severo, jornalista Agro
No episódio de hoje do BBCast Agro, Nátaly Villa, Assessora de Agronegócios do Banco do Brasil em Bauru (SP), apresenta as principais atualizações sobre o cenário climático para o agronegócio brasileiro. As novas projeções indicam aumento das chances de formação do El Niño e trazem alertas importantes sobre calor acima da média, chuvas irregulares e impactos para as principais regiões produtoras do país.Destaques do episódio:
Episode Summary This month on the Deep-Sea Podcast we are honored to host a 3 expert superfan session for one of our favorite little devils of the deep- Anglerfish. Join Thom as he chats with James Maclaine Senior fish curator at the Natural History Museum London and our own Andrew Stewart, curator of fishes at Te Papa, all about some of their favorite fishes, the ceratioid anglerfish (Ceratioidei) or deep-sea anglerfish. Check out our lovely new website where you can find more detailed notes, images and links to the wider reading. In this episode… Welcome back to the Deep-Sea Podcast, your punk take on all things deep sea! This month Alan has been working on getting a Nova Canton Trough organism menu prepared while Thom has been appearing on and hosting numerous podcast episodes while planning a workshop, fostering kittens and taking a good look at the newest snailfish. For our interview we are honored to host a three expert superfan session for one of our favorite little devils of the deep- Anglerfish. Join Thom as he chats with James Maclaine Senior fish curator at the Natural History Museum London and our own Andrew Stewart, curator of fishes at Te Papa get together about some of their favorite fishes, the ceratioid anglerfish or deep-sea anglerfish. Listen-in to back-stage fish curator chat all about the wide variety of Anglerfish shapes and sizes, lures and lights, feeding preferences, reproduction habits, feminist archetypes, game show personalities, and a memorable experience of "pass the football fish". Including Vantablack, pharyngeal teeth, Dreamers, Wonderfish, sideways anuses, love bites, and an epic battle resulting in both combatants being “locked together in death”, this episode will scratch your Anglerfish itch in the most satisfying way. We also hear from friend of the show Kat Bolstad with her professional opinion on the recently released giant cretaceous octopus paper, and Kat gives a lovely reading from Prema Arasu's new book of poetry titled Vampire Squid. In the news, get ready for updates on: The largest sponge ever found A thousand year coral crisis Mystery of the golden orb revealed Which fish is diving into the exit end of a manta-ray Who is eating the English coast octopus bloom And real life Goblins Discord update Silk glands Behind the scenes fish curator photos Fossil hunts and Trawling adventures Alvin Submersible internship Wellington Board Game Festival in-person interview Merch from our friends, terrible Ai photos, new tattoos and more! Support the show The podcast is self-sustaining (just) thanks to our lovely listeners. Thom and Alan take no money for the show. All money is put back into running it. Here's a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. We want to say a huge thank you to those patrons who have already pledged to support us: Lain Null, Семен Приймаченко, Prof.Bob-o-lo-po-lis, Jamie Morgan, Brent S, Ayla Check out our podcast merch here! Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@deepseapod.com We'd love to actually play your voice, so feel free to record a short audio note on our brand new answerphone! https://www.speakpipe.com/deepseapodvoicemail Thanks again for tuning in; we'll deep-see you next time! 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GB2RS News Sunday the 7th of June 2026 The news headlines: Discover how vibe coding can help radio amateurs RSGB Board Director attends ARISS International Conference Trio of RSGB experts added to the RSGB Convention programme RSGB Board Chair, Stewart Bryant, G3YSX, delivered a technical seminar called 'Vibe Coding for radio amateurs' at the Four Days In May Symposium. The event was organised by the QRP ARCI and held before the start of the Dayton Hamvention. You can now enjoy the presentation from the comfort of your own home by watching it online at tinyurl.com/fdim-vibecoding Stewart's presentation demonstrated additional things AI can do to aid radio amateurs. His talk was delivered to a packed audience and was based on the workshops he ran at last year's RSGB Convention and in Blackpool this April. If you are interested in finding out more about how radio amateurs can utilise AI, the RSGB is hosting workshops on the topic at its Convention in October. Find out more at rsgb.org/convention-workshops Amateur Radio on the International Space Station, or ARISS, held its annual conference in London last week. The event was organised by RSGB Representative to ARISS, Ciaran Morgan, M0XTD, and attended by Board Director Patrick Wood, 2E0IFB. On behalf of the RSGB President, Patrick delivered a short welcome at the event opening and attended an RSGB-sponsored evening reception along with other RSGB Board Directors. ARISS International contacts are a fantastic way to demonstrate the place of amateur radio within STEM, and the RSGB continues to support this excellent outreach work. The RSGB was a founding member of the European division of ARISS in the 1990s, along with AMSAT-UK, and is pleased it continues to be such a globally recognised STEM activity. The RSGB has added a trio of experts to its Convention programme. RSGB ETCC member John McCullagh, GI4BWM will deliver a lecture on ETCC, repeaters and new technology, whilst RSGB EMCC Chair Dr John Rogers, M0JAV will be on hand to enhance your knowledge on EMF exclusion zones. You'll also be able to discover the results of the 12th of August eclipse propagation experiment with RSGB PSC Chair Steve Nichols, G0KYA. These presenters have years of experience in their field and this is your opportunity to learn directly from them. Join them at Kents Hill Conference Centre in Milton Keynes between 9-11 October by securing your ticket at rsgb.org/convention The Region 12 team is looking for a volunteer to become the District Representative for Cambridge. If you live in the area and are passionate about supporting local radio amateurs, then please get in touch with the Regional Representative Brian Woolnough, M5ADQ via rr12@rsgb.org.uk. The role of District Representative varies from attending rallies and making club visits, to supporting individual radio amateurs and responding to queries via email. View the full list of Regional Team vacancies by going to rsgb.org/volunteers After a three-year wait since the last World Radiosport Team Championship in Italy, WRTC 2026 in the UK is nearly upon us. The RSGB is proud to be an official partner of the event and will be highlighting UK participants in its ‘Photo Friday' feature on social media. Each Friday throughout June, the Society will share an image showing you a different aspect of the Championship, from the UK team to a UK volunteer, a referee, and a member of the WRTC organising committee. Head to the RSGB's Facebook, Instagram or X pages to see the latest post. You can also read more about WRTC on page 45 of the July edition of RadCom, which will be available from the 17th of June. The Blue Ham Team has been actively monitoring the 60m band over the past weeks. Due to the current propagation conditions, the team has decided to cancel the planned Exercise in June. The next Exercise is planned for October 2026, and updates will be provided closer to the time. For more information visit tinyurl.com/BlueHam26 Please send details of all your news and events to radcom@rsgb.org.uk The deadline for submissions is 10am on Thursdays before the Sunday broadcast each week. And now for details of rallies and events The Broadcast Engineering Museum has an open day today, Sunday the 7th of June, from 11 am. The museum is located at 41 Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff, near Gainsborough, Lincolnshire DN21 5XS. The museum is home to one of the largest collections of historic broadcasting equipment in the world. For more information, visit becg.org.uk/events Also today, the 7th of June, Spalding and District Amateur Radio Society's Annual Radio Rally is taking place at Spalding Rugby and Football Club, Centenary Park, Drain Bank North, Spalding, Lincolnshire PE12 6AF. Free car parking is available, and the entrance fee is £3 per person. Traders, catering and an RSGB stall are on site. For more details, visit sdars.org.uk/spaldingrally On Sunday the 14th of June, the Junction 28 Radio Rally will be held at The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton, Derbyshire, DE55 2EJ. The doors open at 10.15 am and admission is £4. Indoor and outdoor tables are available. For more information and to book tables, visit snadarc.com or contact j28rally@snadarc.com Also on Sunday the 14th of June, the Mendips Radio Rally is taking place at Farrington Gurney Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Farrington Gurney BS39 6UA. Doors open at 7.30 am for traders and at 9.30 am for visitors. Entrance costs £3. For more information and table bookings, contact Luke on 07870 168 197 or email luke@mymixradio.co.uk Now the Special Event news The Ramsbury Amateur Radio DX Group is active as GB1DDAY until tomorrow, the 8th of June, to commemorate the D-Day landings. The station is operating from the decommissioned RAF and USAAF site in Ramsbury, Wiltshire. Activity is on the 80 to 10m bands using CW, FT8 and SSB. Amateur radio operators across the USA, Canada and Mexico are activating a series of special callsigns to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Stations are active until the 19th of July from each of the cities hosting the tournament. Look out for activity on all bands and modes. For more information, visit wc2026ses.org To mark the 90th anniversary of Akashvani, also known as All India Radio, the state-owned public radio broadcaster in India, VU3YBH will be active as AT90VANI until the 16th of August. The station is operating using FT8 and SSB on the 20, 15, 12 and 10m bands. QSL via the bureau. QSOs will be uploaded to Club Log and Logbook of the World. Now the DX news Mike, VE2XB is active as VY0ZOO from Coral Harbour on Southampton Island, NA-007, until mid-June. He usually operates using CW and SSB on the 40 to 10m bands. QSL directly to Mike's home call. Mike, 9M2/KM9D is operating from Teluk Kelubi Beach on Rebak Island, AS-058, in West Malaysia. He operates low-power CW on various bands. QSL via Logbook of the World. Now the contest news RSGB National Field Day started at 1500 UTC yesterday, the 6th, and ends at 1500 UTC today, Sunday, the 7th of June. Using CW on the 160 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report and serial number. The UK Six Metre Group Summer Contest started at 1300 UTC yesterday, the 6th, and ends at 1300 UTC today, Sunday, the 7th of June. Using all modes on the 6m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number, locator and member number. The ARRL International Digital Contest started at 1800 UTC yesterday, the 6th, and ends at 2359 UTC today, Sunday, the 7th of June. Using digital modes on the 160 to 6m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is your four-character locator. Today, the 7th of June, the UK Microwave Group Low Band Contest runs from 0900 to 1400 UTC. Using all modes on 1.3, 2.3 and 3.4GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Tuesday, the 9th of June, the RSGB 432MHz FM Activity Contest runs from 1800 to 1855UTC. Using FM on the 70cm band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. Also, on Tuesday the 9th of June, the RSGB 432MHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130 UTC. Using all modes on the 70cm band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Wednesday, the 10th of June, the RSGB 432MHz FT8 Activity four-hour Contest runs from 1700 to 2100 UTC. Using FT8 on the 70cm band, the exchange is report and four-character locator. Also, on Wednesday the 10th of June, the RSGB 432MHz FT8 Activity two-hour Contest runs from 1900 to 2100 UTC. Using FT8 on the 70cm band, the exchange is report and four-character locator. Stations entering the four-hour contest may also enter the two-hour contest. Also, on Wednesday, the 10th of June, the RSGB 80m Club Championship CW Contest runs from 1900 to 2030UTC. Using CW on the 80m band, the exchange is signal report and serial number. On Thursday, the 11th of June, the RSGB 50MHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130 UTC. Using all modes on the 6m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The IARU ATV Contest starts at 1200 UTC on Saturday, the 13th and ends at 1800 UTC on Sunday, the 14th of June. Using TV on frequencies from 432MHz and up, the exchange is picture quality, serial number, four-digit code and locator. On Sunday, the 14th of June, the RSGB 2nd 144MHz Backpackers Contest runs from 0900 to 1300UTC. Using all modes on the 2m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. Also, on Sunday the 14th of June, the Practical Wireless 2m QRP Contest runs from 0900 to 1600 UTC. Using AM, FM, SSB and CW on the 2m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. A maximum of 5W of power can be used in this contest. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA and G4BAO on Thursday, the 4th of June. We are awaiting the arrival of solar material as a result of three coronal mass ejections, or CMEs, that erupted off the Sun. These were sparked by three solar flares. These, coupled with a high-speed solar wind stream from an Earth-facing coronal hole, threaten to initiate a geomagnetic storm. A strong G3 geomagnetic storm has been predicted, which could push the Kp index up to 6 or 7, and push maximum usable frequencies down, perhaps lasting through the weekend and affecting RSGB National Field Day. Meanwhile, the solar flux index has crept up and stood at 147 on Thursday, the 4th of June. This has meant that the ionosphere has been playing ball, with lots of reports of DX being worked, either through F-region propagation or Sporadic E. The 10m band has been sounding like 20m at times, especially around the FT8 frequency of 28.074MHz. DX to be worked this week includes 5Z4/MM0ZBH in Kenya, 8Q7ML in the Maldives, VJ2L on Lord Howe Island, 5H1KB in Tanzania and 9X5KM operating from Rwanda. We are now heading for midsummer, which means the 20m band may be open 24 hours a day. In general, F-region maximum usable frequencies, or MUFs, will be lower than in the winter or spring. However, Sporadic-E makes up for that with strong signals on the higher HF bands out to 1,500km on a single hop, with occasional multi-hop openings. Next week NOAA predicts that the solar flux index will decline, perhaps into the 120 to 135 range. After the recent geomagnetic upset clears, conditions are predicted to stabilise, with the Kp index forecast to be around 2 for the beginning of the coming week. Unsettled geomagnetic conditions are then forecast from Thursday the 11th to Sunday the 14th with the potential for the Kp index to hit between 4 and 6, with a corresponding drop in the MUF. And now the VHF and up propagation news from G3YLA and G4BAO The unsettled weather has brought some heavy rain and a few chances of rain scatter for the GHz bands, but it does also tend to limit the chances of tropo. However, it is the UK that retains the unsettled weather, whereas the continent is still enjoying relatively higher pressure. So perhaps stations in southern Britain may be able to gain some occasional tropo advantage. There are options for meteor scatter from the Arietids, which peak early this coming week. Some predict that it will be a strong shower this year. Since it's a daytime meteor shower, it can be very useful for Sporadic-E, which makes use of the ionisation they leave behind. The Kp index has been gently disturbed at times, but not enough to generate any exciting radio aurora. However, it has possibly been disturbed enough to subdue Sporadic-E at times, as this depends on a stable and low Kp index to be most effective. Sporadic-E itself has provided some reasonable European openings and a few longer multi-hop paths for the digital modes. This unsettled weather produces strong jet streams, for summer, and should continue to be useful for providing the turbulence needed as part of the process for making Sporadic-E. The placement of the jet streams may, however, be confined to the northwestern fringe of Europe and perhaps prompt a focus on Scandinavia and northern Europe for any resulting Sporadic-E. EME now, and after last week's low declination and apogee, this week sees Moon declination increasing again and path losses falling. The 144MHz sky temperature is low all week. And that's all from the propagation team this week.
Part 1: NOAA meteorologist John Bravender is urging Hawaiʻi residents to prepare now for a hurricane season that could be busier than normal, driven in part by El Niño and unusually warm ocean waters. Part 2: Native Hawaiian education organizations say they’re relieved after Sen. Brian Schatz announced $46 million in funding was restored, but remain concerned about what comes next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How the National Hurricane Center Forecasts Hurricanes — Jamie RhomeWhen a hurricane threatens, people want answers: Where will it go? How strong will it become? How much time is left to prepare? Behind every official forecast is a complex process involving satellite observations, aircraft data, computer guidance, emerging artificial intelligence tools and expert analysis.In this episode of HURRICANE CENTER, the hosts speak with Jamie Rhome, Deputy Director of NOAA's National Hurricane Center, about how hurricane forecasting and risk communication continue to evolve. The discussion explores improved observations and modeling, artificial intelligence guidance, rapid intensification, storm-surge forecasting and the importance of helping people understand the full range of hazards before a storm arrives.Rhome also addresses one of the biggest communication challenges in hurricane preparedness: the public often focuses on a single category number or the center line of the forecast cone, while the greatest local risk may come from storm surge, flooding, destructive winds, extended power loss or waiting too long to act.In This Episode, You Will Learn How the National Hurricane Center evaluates new forecasting tools and artificial intelligence guidance. Why better observations and modeling are important for forecasting hurricane structure and rapid intensification. How storm-surge forecasting is improving for coastal communities. What the forecast cone communicates — and what it does not. Why a storm category alone does not define local danger. How waiting for a more favorable forecast can reduce the time available to prepare. Why official, trusted information matters when a tropical threat develops. About the GuestJamie Rhome is Deputy Director of NOAA's National Hurricane Center in Miami. He helps guide the center's long-term strategy, annual planning and operational execution. His NHC career has included work as a surface analyst, marine forecaster, hurricane specialist and storm-surge specialist. Key Listener TakeawayA hurricane forecast is not just about the projected path of the storm's center. It is about understanding the hazards that may affect your location — including storm surge, flooding, wind, power outages and the shrinking window to make safe decisions. When a storm threatens, focus on official forecasts and local impacts rather than waiting for a forecast that feels less threatening.About HURRICANE CENTERHURRICANE CENTER takes listeners inside the science, decisions and real-world impacts of tropical storms and hurricanes. Featuring conversations with forecasters, researchers, emergency managers and resilience experts, the podcast helps communities better understand hurricane risk and prepare before, during and after landfall.A production of the National Tropical Weather Conference.Follow and ShareSubscribe to HURRICANE CENTER wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with someone who lives or works in hurricane country.Suggest a topic or ask a question: alex@wxguide.com Learn more about the conference: HurricaneCenterLive.comSupport the showSuggest a topic or ask a question: alex@wxguide.comVisit our conference site: www.hurricanecenterlive.comThanks for listening and please share with your friends and co-workers.
This week the boys take a week off from the Maldivian Death Cave, to bring you a special interview from this year's Thunder Bay International Film Festival. Summer is heating up and Jamesy and Brando are busy living the scuba life. Enjoy these interviews with Andrew a Great Lakes boat captain and Kate from NOAA talking about the festival and why the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is so great.
Featuring Alex Rose, Science Editor, Ocean Geographic Magazine & Co-Founder, Sea Americas Alex Rose has been part of the Ocean Science Radio family for nearly a decade — you may remember her reporting live from MACNA, the Marine Aquarium Conference of North America, back in 2016. Today she's back, this time in the guest chair, with something considerably bigger on the horizon. Alex is the Science Editor of Ocean Geographic Magazine, founder of ocean conservation company Blue Ring, an Explorers Club Fellow, a professional violinist, and now co-host and producer of Sea Americas — a cinematic expedition documentary series following the world's largest all-female dive team as they document the most threatened marine sanctuaries across the Americas. In this conversation, Andrew and Dr. Frances Farabaugh sit down with Alex to talk about what it means to dive with purpose in a moment of accelerating loss — from the functionally extinct reef-building corals of the Florida Keys, to the surprisingly intact reefs of Cuba, to the political headwinds threatening the protected waters these stories depend on. They also dig into the Sea Americas Seed & Spark crowdfunding campaign, the conservation model behind Blue Ring, and what it actually feels like to cry underwater while trying to document a dying reef. Hope, Alex reminds us, needs to be a verb. Let's actively hope. Links: Sea Americas: seaamericas.com Blue Ring: bluering.blue Ocean Geographic: ogsociety.org Mission Blue (Netflix) Last episode featuring Alex Rose - https://oceanscienceradio.simplecast.com/episodes/macna
Mark Baumgartner is a senior scientist at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Back in 2011 he and Sarah Mussoline published a paper on how to use computer science to classify whales from sound recordings. This episode is about an evolution of that software by Atle Borsholm from NV5 Geospatial (https://www.nv5geospatialsoftware.com). At the beginning of the episode you will hear a sound recording. Take a listen and attempt to classify the whale making the calls in it. In my comments at the end of this I'll tell you what whale that was. It was an easy one to process - the recording was just 7 seconds long and a whale sound was present immediately. Consider if I instead gave you another one lasting a day and most of it was just ocean noise. This leads to the challenge discussed in today's episode. Imagine I have 100 microphones under the ocean. These are called hydrophones. These hydrophones record for 24 days. The scientists managing them will say they now have 2400 days of data to process. Well, that is nowhere near how big of a challenge this episode is about. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration had 217,197 days of hydrophone recordings going back 20 years. Whilst Mark's software was available, it needed to be made more efficient to process all this data. It was worth the effort. It turned out that only 24,000, or 11%, of those days involved a whale being detected. All of it is shown on NOAA's Passive Acoustic Cetacean Map. Atle starts by discussing a web application, Mark's Robots4Whales website, in our episode today. Links for further reading:NV5 article on Harnessing Data Science for Marine Conservation: https://www.nv5geospatialsoftware.com/Learn/Case-Studies/Case-Studies-Detail/harnessing-data-science-for-marine-conservationNV5 article on IDL® Software Extract Meaningful Visualizations From Complex Numerical Data: https://www.nv5geospatialsoftware.com/Products/IDLSlocum glider from Teledyne Marine: https://www.teledynemarine.com/brands/webb-research/slocum-gliderWoods Hole article on whale sound detection and classification: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/science-blog/listening-sounds-gulf The whale at the start? It was a humpback whale. Only Gemini managed to classify it correctly. Claude and ChatGPT got it wrong.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1st.NOAA's National Hurricane Center predicts a below normal season with 8-14 named storms, of which 3-6 are hurricanes, including 1-3 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5 with winds of 111 mph or higher). An average season has 14 named storms with seven hurricanes, including three major hurricanes.But predicting and tracking hurricane activity is only one part of the equation. When storms hit, they can do major damage. With that in mind, research at the University of Delaware is trying to improve work to model what damage from a storm could look like.Thomas Florio – who graduated from UD last week with his degree in Meteorology & Climate Science – has been working with assistant professor of meteorology and climate science Shuai Wang to improve hurricane damage simulations. And Florio recently joined host Tom Byrne to discuss his work and its implications.
The power of the MAGA endorsement strikes again following Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive runoff victory, signaling a significant shift in the Republican landscape as the fight for Congressional control continues. Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) joins the Rundown to discuss whether this primary momentum can be sustained through November. Plus, he breaks down his legislative push for the "Delilah Law," which would restrict commercial driver's licenses for illegal immigrants, and a bold proposal from the DHS secretary to pull federal customs agents from sanctuary city airports as a form of jurisdictional retaliation. The upcoming hurricane season is bringing a mix of relief and uncertainty as rare global weather patterns clash with record ocean warmth. FOX Weather Meteorologist Ian Oliver joins to discuss NOAA's recent predictions for a quieter-than-usual year, the inner workings of a massive Pacific warming trend that acts as a natural shield against storm development, and how groundbreaking AI technology is being used to better predict severe weather and protect coastal communities. PLUS, commentary by Kaylee McGhee White, FOX News contributor and the editor-in-chief of IW Features. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 261 | True or false: most "fresh" fish has actually been frozen and the salmon at your grocery store isn't what the label says it is. This week, Natalie and Tara go behind the scenes of their trip to Florida for the Red Snapper episode of Discover Ag on the Road. They talk to a 30-year veteran and a Florida fishing captain about what most people don't know about the industry, from the quota system crushing American fishermen to the truth about frozen fish. Learn why most fishermen only make $2 on an $80 haul and how to spot mislabeled salmon at the grocery store. What We Discovered This Week
Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the House of Representatives recently passed and sent on to the Senate, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), aimed at eradicating cargo theft; a foreign Country has been hacking tank readers at gas stations; El Niño is arriving, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated their assessment as to whether it will be a strong or normal cycle; NOAA also issued their predictions for the 2026 Hurricane Season which runs from June 1 through November 30; oil prices react to positive news regarding peace negotiations with Iran; Indiana surprisingly has the lowest gas prices in the Country! California Governor, who's State leads the Nation for the highest gas prices, has a war of words with an oil company; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The power of the MAGA endorsement strikes again following Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive runoff victory, signaling a significant shift in the Republican landscape as the fight for Congressional control continues. Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) joins the Rundown to discuss whether this primary momentum can be sustained through November. Plus, he breaks down his legislative push for the "Delilah Law," which would restrict commercial driver's licenses for illegal immigrants, and a bold proposal from the DHS secretary to pull federal customs agents from sanctuary city airports as a form of jurisdictional retaliation. The upcoming hurricane season is bringing a mix of relief and uncertainty as rare global weather patterns clash with record ocean warmth. FOX Weather Meteorologist Ian Oliver joins to discuss NOAA's recent predictions for a quieter-than-usual year, the inner workings of a massive Pacific warming trend that acts as a natural shield against storm development, and how groundbreaking AI technology is being used to better predict severe weather and protect coastal communities. PLUS, commentary by Kaylee McGhee White, FOX News contributor and the editor-in-chief of IW Features. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we are joined by David Bilstrom, a volunteer reporter for the WatchDuty app. David explains how the free app uses collaboration and various data signals to monitor wildfires, relay evacuation notices, and track firefighting aircraft in real time. He also shares his insights on building "Firewise" homes and reacts to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety's wind-driven fire experiment. Also in this episode:The Drought & The Deluge: We review recent heavy rainfall across the Carolinas, including some staggering totals of up to 12.7 inches near Lake Murray. While the rain was beneficial to the region, it did not entirely end the ongoing drought. Charlotte's Radar Gap: We dive into the frustration race fans experienced during the Coca-Cola 600 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway when rain disrupted the event despite barely showing up on radar. This phenomenon was caused by precipitation falling below the radar beam from the 88D, which sits over 5,000 feet high. Weekend Forecast: Panelist Frank Strait shares the upcoming forecast, highlighting a cold front that will bring cooler, less humid air to North Carolina by Friday. Hurricane Season & Tropics: The panel discusses NOAA's outlook for an average or slightly below-average hurricane season, while cautioning that "it only takes one" major storm to make it a bad year. Frank also addresses the GFS model's hints at early June tropical development. Too Many Tabs: We explore new moving traffic cameras available on DriveNC.gov, review ongoing I-40 repairs from Helene, and discuss ways the public can provide feedback on NOAA Weather Radio and the COOP observer network. Join us next week when we talk to the Storm Prediction Center about their new severe weather intensity categories!
The power of the MAGA endorsement strikes again following Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's decisive runoff victory, signaling a significant shift in the Republican landscape as the fight for Congressional control continues. Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) joins the Rundown to discuss whether this primary momentum can be sustained through November. Plus, he breaks down his legislative push for the "Delilah Law," which would restrict commercial driver's licenses for illegal immigrants, and a bold proposal from the DHS secretary to pull federal customs agents from sanctuary city airports as a form of jurisdictional retaliation. The upcoming hurricane season is bringing a mix of relief and uncertainty as rare global weather patterns clash with record ocean warmth. FOX Weather Meteorologist Ian Oliver joins to discuss NOAA's recent predictions for a quieter-than-usual year, the inner workings of a massive Pacific warming trend that acts as a natural shield against storm development, and how groundbreaking AI technology is being used to better predict severe weather and protect coastal communities. PLUS, commentary by Kaylee McGhee White, FOX News contributor and the editor-in-chief of IW Features. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the House of Representatives recently passed and sent on to the Senate, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), aimed at eradicating cargo theft; a foreign Country has been hacking tank readers at gas stations; El Niño is arriving, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated their assessment as to whether it will be a strong or normal cycle; NOAA also issued their predictions for the 2026 Hurricane Season which runs from June 1 through November 30; oil prices react to positive news regarding peace negotiations with Iran; Indiana surprisingly has the lowest gas prices in the Country! California Governor, who's State leads the Nation for the highest gas prices, has a war of words with an oil company; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Biologist Brittany Clemans explains the NOAA uses turtle shell etchings help track the "Honu Count;" a new pop-up art exhibit dedicated to zines and trading cards opens in Oʻahu.
Science is one of the best tools available to humanity for understanding the complexities of the unknown and of life on earth. NOAA (the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration of the United States) is arguably the most advanced utility for the investigation of natural systems, yet a new 2026 budget has been presented with cuts to NOAA exceeding 1.6 billion US dollars: an administration that has provided research and information to inform our understanding of weather, changing systems and impacts, emergency response, forecasting, air and water circulation, temperature change, and so much more.About World Ocean Radio World Ocean Radio is a weekly series of five-minute audio essays available for syndicated use at no cost by college and community radio stations worldwide. Celebrating 16 years in 2026, providing coverage of a broad spectrum of ocean issues from science and education to advocacy and exemplary projects. Episodes of World Ocean Radio offer perspectives on global ocean issues and viable solutions, and celebrate exemplary projects.World Ocean Radio: 5-minute weekly insights in ocean science, advocacy, education, global ocean issues, marine science, policy, challenges, and solutions. Hosted by Peter Neill, Founder of W2O. Learn more at worldoceanobservatory.org
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer - what are the big summer movie blockebusters expected to be? Also a bunch of nostaligic movies are coming back to the theaters for limited runs. NOAA unveils 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season outlook - how's it looking this year? NEW TOPIC AND START TIME! Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch tragically dies at 41Presidednt Trump news of the day
NOAA says the commonwealth is one of eight states to break April heat records.
Headlines: – Welcome To Mo News + King Charles Accidental Death Announcement (00:00) – 2026 Memorial Day Travel Could Set Record; Gas Prices At Four Year High (06:40) – Iran War Is Going to Make Your Car's Motor Oil More Pricey (08:30) – Stephen Colbert's Final Show; Will Late-Night Shows Survive Much Longer? (11:00)– DNC Releases 2024 Autopsy Report (22:50)– DOJ Fraud Official Announces 'Unprecedented' Charges in Minnesota (29:40)– Mortgage Rates Hit a Nine-Month High in Blow to Prime Buying Season (32:30)– California Governor Signs Order On AI Aimed at Helping Workers (35:30)– NASCAR Icon Kyle Busch Dies At Age 41 (39:00)– NOAA Reveals 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Activity Forecast As Super El Niño Looms (39:50)– What We're Watching, Reading, Eating (43:00) Thanks To Our Sponsor: Today's episode of the podcast features limited commercial interruptions, brought to you exclusively by the American Petroleum Institute.
Meet the "barbie pig," "gummy squirrel," and "headless chicken monster": These fantastical-sounding nicknames belong to real creatures living in the deep sea—one of the most extreme environments on Earth. And taxonomists, the scientists who discover and name new species, are finding new life in the ocean with every expedition to its depths. In fact, the deep sea makes up 90% of the marine environment, yet recent science suggests we've seen less than 1% of it. But in the same place where a creature such as the barbie pig can survive, there's growing interest in deep-sea mining. Mineral-rich nodules that grow on the seafloor could one day help manufacture products such as cell phones and electric vehicle batteries. But scientists warn that mining could damage critical ecosystems before we fully understand them. In this episode of "After the Fact," Pew expert Julian Jackson explains what seabed mining is and what its consequences could be. We also hear from filmmakers Eleanor Mortimer and Jacob Thomas, whose documentary "How Deep Is Your Love" follows taxonomists as they discover and name new species living at the bottom of the ocean. Disclaimer: Last year, a private mining company sought U.S. approval to commercially recover deep-sea minerals in areas of the deep ocean cited in this episode. The mining application was submitted to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), outside the framework of the International Seabed Authority—the entity responsible for overseeing future deep-sea mining in areas beyond national jurisdiction. The application continues to advance under NOAA's application and review process. Also, the documentary, "How Deep Is Your Love," is fully independent and did not receive funding or support from Pew.
On Friday's show: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting a below-average number of storms during the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, according to its annual forecast released Thursday. We learn what might be in store for us.Also this hour: A new study suggests a bleak future for the city of New Orleans due to sea level rise. The authors even suggest residents should probably start relocating now. We learn more about the report. And, while Houston's elevation isn't quite as low, and we're a little further away from the Gulf, there are some in Greater Houston who may be just as vulnerable. We talk it all over.Then, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And Matt Dinniman, author of the highly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series talks with our Brenda Valdivia ahead of his appearance at this weekend's Comicpalooza.Watch
Former Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down as Director of National Intelligence for personal reasons, the fourth cabinet member to depart the Trump Administration in recent weeks. After this historic wet season, NOAA forecasters say Hawaii should prepare for an above average number of hurricanes. And as many Hawaii properties are damaged by falling trees, experts say the biggest risk is a fast-growing species introduced to Hawaii more than a century ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Read, Dana, Chris Trenkmann, and Fox News Radio Reporter Eben Brown discuss NOAA's 2026 hurricane forecast and how Floridians can prepare as the season begins June 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We remember NASCAR's Kyle Busch after his shocking death, NOAA came out with their 2026 hurricane season prediction, the Pentagon dropped new UFO files, and how do you eat your beans at the BBQ? Plus, we celebrate a very special someone today... We have the details on all of these stories and more as we head into the long weekend!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What's changing with hurricane forecasting this year?
The season starts June 1. Officials emphasize that it only takes one storm to devastate a community.
This week we talk about oceanic surface temperatures, trade winds, and global climate change.We also discuss the Polar Jet Stream, hurricanes, and climate models.Recommended Book: Kleptopia by Tom BurgisTranscriptUnder normal circumstances, the Pacific Ocean's average surface temperature, the distribution of heat across its vast expanse, is moderated by trade winds that blow east to west along the equator, which help move warm water from South America over toward Asia.Those winds are called trade winds because, back during the European age of Exploration, they helped ships from Europe head west toward Asia and the Americas. And these winds form in part because of the Earth's rotation, the Coriolis effect funneling air toward the equator, where it is then more concentrated and thus potent, which is useful if you're trying to move a ship with sails, but also serves the purpose of moving warm water from one part of the ocean to another part of the ocean.As those warmer surface waters are shifted from the Americas to Asia, water is pulled up to the surface from lower down in the ocean as part of a process called upwelling. This process results in cooler temperatures on the surface, because lower down, oceanic water is colder, and that lower-down water is also more rich in nutrients, which has the knock-on effect of stimulating more biological activity along these cooling surface waters.That's the normal state of things in the Pacific Ocean.There are sometimes deviations in this norm, however, that result in very different outcomes; these deviations are broadly called the El Niño Southern Oscillation Cycle, and that cycle consists of opposite El Niño and La Niña climate patterns.During La Niña patterns, trade winds are more powerful than usual and they shove a lot more of that warm surface water to Asia than is typical, and that has the net impact of moving more deep-down cold, nutrient-rich, ocean water to the surface.This, in turn, nudges the Polar Jet Stream, which is a channel of fast-moving, westerly winds that lives about 30,000 ft or just over 9000 meters up in the sky, and which crosses both warmer, mid-latitudes and far colder Arctic latitudes, further north. The Polar Jet Stream is responsible for moderating or intensifying weather patterns around the world, and like the trade winds, it's influenced by the spin of the planet, but it's also adjusted by surface systems, like the temperature of the Pacific. So the arrival of a La Niña pattern pushes the jet stream further north, and as a result, weather patterns change, and in North America, we tend to see drought in the southwest, heavier rains and flooding and in the Pacific Northwest and Canada, warmer winters in the South, and cooler winters in the North.La Niñas also tend to result in more severe hurricane seasons in the Atlantic basin, while suppressing hurricane activity in the central and eastern Pacific basins.El Niño, in contrast, results from weaker trade winds, which, because these winds don't pack as much of a punch, means less warm water is being shoved from South America to Asia, and thus the surface temperature of that part of the Pacific is warmer, lacking that upwelling of cold water to replace the warm water that would otherwise be displaced over to Asia.El Niño also adjusts the location of the jet stream, but in the opposite direction, pulling it south of its usual spot. That then causes more heat and dryness across the northern US and Canada, but makes the southern US and Gulf Coast a lot wetter, leading to more flooding.What I'd like to talk about today are predictions about an anticipated upcoming El Niño climate pattern, and why some climate scientists are warning that it could be a doozy.—Climate scientists with the US's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the NOAA, released new model forecasts in mid-May, and one of those models indicated that an El Niño pattern could form in the Pacific as soon as June.The NOAA puts together and releases new models on a regular basis, as the variables influencing these massively complex patterns are always changing, and the trend over the past three months has been increasing certainty about the formation of this El Niño pattern, but also an increasing likelihood that this potential El Niño would be very strong, perhaps historically so.There have been a total of 27 El Niños since 1950, when we started officially tracking such things, and we get one every three or four years, on average. The last one occurred from the summer of 2023 into spring of 2024.The current models show that we could see another one of these systems as soon as next month, then, and there's currently a nearly 60% chance that this particular El Niño would become strong—and that's an official designation, by the way, a strong El Niño being one that sees an ocean surface temperature increase of between 1.5 and 2 degrees Celsius—and a one-in-three chance that it could become a very strong, or super El Niño, which means it tallies an oceanic surface temperature increase of 2 degrees celsius or higher.These so-called super El Niños are a lot rarer than the typical kind. There have only been five recorded since 1950, the last one straddling 2015 and 2016.Some of these models suggest that this system could be historically strong, though, pushing into territory where we might need a new rank on that existing scale—it could surpass 2.5 degrees celsius above the standard oceanic surface temperature, which would make it the most, or among the most intense El Niño systems on record.I want to note real quick here, before we get into possible implications, that these models are inherently imperfect, because of how complex these systems are, and how many variables influence them. But also that, again, it's just some models saying this, that it's only a 60% chance of even a strong El Niño, and that it's still a 1 in 3 chance of a very strong one—so this isn't at all certain, and the scientists behind all this are urging preparedness, but not panic, and are trying really hard to make it clear that this isn't some kind of prophecy or guarantee. The reporting on this NOAA announcement has been frantic and panicky in some cases, but that's probably not the proper response to this, and the real-deal experts here are encouraging awareness and that we recognize the potential for something wild with this pattern, but it's definitely not the declaration of the end of the world or anything.So, that important caveat noted, let's talk about some potential impacts of this system, if it does indeed hit that currently unlikely, but possible, very strong designation, or higher.In general, during El Niño patterns, hurricane seasons in the Atlantic are quieter, while hurricane seasons in the Eastern and Central Pacific are more active. This isn't 100% the case, but it's the overwhelming trend. So there's a good chance we would see more and more powerful hurricanes in the Pacific during this period, should we step into super El Niño territory.Beyond hurricane impacts, though, these systems also influence water cycles around the world; during El Niño patterns, the US south tends to be wetter, as does East Central Africa, while northern South America tends to be drier, as does Australia and Northern and Central India.Shifting or amplifying water cycles, in one direction or the other, drier or wetter, can cause all sorts of issues, ranging from flooded homes to devastated crops. Just like with hurricanes, this usually represents a break in the normal way of things, so we tend to see things like mudslides and erosion and unplanned-for droughts that cause a lot of damage.Another significant component of these patterns are the temperature spikes they stoke. During the last recorded normal El Niño in 2023, global temperature levels were pushed up by 1.45 degrees C above pre-industrial levels, causing global mean temperatures to peak at 1.58 degrees C between July 2023 and June 2024.In practice, that means the earth momentarily shot past that 1.5 degrees C above pre-industrial levels milestone that climate scientists have been warning about for decades, because it marks a point at which many natural systems will begin to change or fall apart, and many ecosystems will begin to collapse, leading to mass die-offs and potentially even the necessity for wide-scale human migration, away from areas that are no longer sustainably livable.That spike was momentary, but illustrative, and there's a chance that another one, especially one stoked by a super El Niño, could push things even further, speeding up the melting of the ice caps and other glaciers, which then, in turn, could speed up the larger, consistent increase in global temperatures because the white of the ice bounces light from the sun, and thus heat, back into space, while the comparable dark of water and land absorbs more of that light and heat.In this way, even short-term spikes in temperature can speed up the long-term trajectory of global climate change, because the variables that are informing that change can be permanently adjusted; ice caps are just one example, there are countless such variables, some that we know about, and others that we certainly don't, yet.While this potential upcoming El Niño might be par for the course, in other words, it's also arriving at a moment in which many of these variables are already being fiddled with by other forces, and that means even a not-very strong, not-super El Niño could have outsized impact, in terms of pushing the planet toward a new, unfamiliar climate regime, the implementation of which could lead to all sorts of ecological and civilization devastation and change.Show Noteshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Ni%C3%B1o%E2%80%93Southern_Oscillationhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/weather/2026/05/14/powerful-el-nino-is-taking-shape-forecast-says/90043794007/https://weather.com/2026/05/13/news/climate/el-nino-could-form-in-june-noaa-says-and-could-become-record-stronghttps://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/analysis_monitoring/enso_advisory/ensodisc.shtmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2026/05/14/weather/super-el-nino-climatehttps://www.yahoo.com/news/science/article/the-chances-of-a-rare-super-el-nino-occurring-in-2026-just-got-higher-heres-how-it-could-wreak-havoc-on-the-weather-212420384.htmlhttps://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/ninonina.htmlhttps://www.ncei.noaa.gov/access/monitoring/monthly-report/global/202604https://www.colorado.edu/today/2026/05/14/super-el-nino-coming-climate-scientists-weighhttps://theconversation.com/a-super-el-nino-why-its-too-early-to-forecast-one-with-certainty-but-not-too-soon-to-prepare-282574https://abcnews.com/US/el-nio-expected-develop-strength-remains-uncertain/story This is a public episode. 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This week on the Disaster Podcast we take a look at the 2026 hurricane forecast put out by several universities, NOAA, and groups like Accuweather. One key variable in predicting the coming season is the presence or absence of El Niño or La Niña in the equatorial region of the central Pacific Ocean. Dan DePodwin, our disaster weather expert breaks down the coming forecast and talks about how global weather and climate patterns impact storm formation half a world away. Dr. Joe Holley joins the discussion as well and we look at the messaging around hurricanes as they approach landfall. The National Hurricane Center recently updated their forecast cone graphic to make it easier to understand. Dan and Joe share their thoughts about the adjustments and about disaster messaging in general. Joe also shares his thoughts about preparedness for the coming season at the local, state, and federal levels. What to know about the new cone graphic: Incorporates all land-based (coastal and inland) tropical storm and hurricane watches and warnings in effect for the continental United States, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands; Uses single shading for the entire 5-day outlook cone; Legend depicts symbols for areas where a hurricane watch and tropical storm warning are both in effect (represented by diagonal pink and blue lines); and Full and intermediate Tropical Cyclone Advisories are/will be publicly available on hurricanes.gov. NHC will also be introducing a new experimental version of the NHC's Tropical Cyclone Track Forecast Cone. Since its debut in 2002, the cone has shown where the tropical cyclone's forecast center is likely to go, based on past forecast calculations. Scroll down for Podcast Discussion Summary Thank you as always to Paragon Medical Education Group for their long-term support of the Disaster Podcast. Dr. Joe Holley and the team at Paragon continue to provide excellent and customized disaster response training to jurisdictions around the U.S. and internationally as well. Podcast Discussion Summary Hurricane Season Forecast Discussion The podcast host Jamie Davis welcomed back Dr. Joe and Dan Depodwin to discuss upcoming weather events, particularly the hurricane season. Dr. Joe shared his upcoming schedule, including a Paragon lab in Florida and the First Care Conference in Fort Lauderdale in early June, which runs alongside the Gathering of the Eagles event. Dan discussed unusual weather patterns in the Northeast, noting chilly conditions in May despite early warm spells, and shared AccuWeather’s forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season, predicting 11-16 named storms and 4-7 hurricanes, which is around or slightly below average. He emphasized that even in a below-average season, multiple hurricanes could still impact the United States, using Hurricane Andrew in 1992 as an example. El Nino’s Impact on Hurricanes Dan and Jamie discussed how El Nino and La Nina affect hurricane seasons in the Atlantic Basin. Dan explained that El Nino, characterized by warmer than average water temperatures in the Pacific, typically leads to increased wind shear in the Atlantic, resulting in fewer hurricanes. They noted that while El Nino years generally have fewer storms, they don’t eliminate the possibility of storms. Dan mentioned that current forecasts indicate a strong or potentially record-breaking El Nino developing later in the summer and continuing into the fall. El Niño and Hurricane Season Dan explained that El Niño is driven by weakening easterly winds along the equator in the Pacific Ocean, which reduces cooler water upwelling and leads to warmer ocean temperatures. He noted that hurricanes play a crucial role in transferring energy globally by moving heat from the equator to higher latitudes. Dan emphasized that while this year’s hurricane season may have fewer storms than normal, the warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico will continue to fuel storm intensification, making preparation essential during the season running from June 1st to November 30th. Hurricane Preparedness and Response Planning The group discussed hurricane preparedness and response capabilities ahead of the upcoming hurricane season. Joe explained FEMA’s reorganization, noting that while federal response capabilities are effective, there may be variability in state-level preparedness and recovery efforts. The discussion included an analysis of updated National Hurricane Center forecast cone graphics, which now better show inland risks and warning areas. Dan and Joe emphasized the importance of heeding evacuation orders and preparing well in advance of storms, with Joe highlighting the need for experiential training and partnership between federal and state teams. Wrap up and updates The team went through contact information and the team encouraged listeners to stay safe. The group discussed the role of specialized training, with Jamie highlighting the sponsorship of the Disaster Podcast by Paragon Medical Education Group. Catch the full episode using the player above or on your favorite podcast platform, and don't forget to subscribe to the Disaster Podcast for weekly insights from leaders in disaster response and research!
This episode of Nonprofit News Feed explores two pressing issues affecting the nonprofit sector. Firstly, the loss of federal data sets poses significant challenges for nonprofits that rely on this information for decision-making and funding. Over the past 16 months, crucial data from agencies like USAID, NOAA, and the CDC have been deleted or altered, emphasizing the need for nonprofits to back up essential data to preserve institutional memory. In a forward-looking segment, the discussion shifts to a major anti-poverty nonprofit in San Francisco investing $40.3 million in AI resilience. This move, supported by the Sobrato Foundation, highlights the growing intersection of tech philanthropy and nonprofit initiatives. The importance of strategic, ongoing AI training is stressed to keep pace with rapid technological advancements. The episode also touches on the introduction of advertising within ChatGPT, offering new opportunities for nonprofits to engage with users during their decision-making journeys. This development could enhance nonprofit outreach efforts by integrating messaging into user interactions.
This episode of Nonprofit News Feed explores two pressing issues affecting the nonprofit sector. Firstly, the loss of federal data sets poses significant challenges for nonprofits that rely on this information for decision-making and funding. Over the past 16 months, crucial data from agencies like USAID, NOAA, and the CDC have been deleted or altered, emphasizing the need for nonprofits to back up essential data to preserve institutional memory. In a forward-looking segment, the discussion shifts to a major anti-poverty nonprofit in San Francisco investing $40.3 million in AI resilience. This move, supported by the Sobrato Foundation, highlights the growing intersection of tech philanthropy and nonprofit initiatives. The importance of strategic, ongoing AI training is stressed to keep pace with rapid technological advancements. The episode also touches on the introduction of advertising within ChatGPT, offering new opportunities for nonprofits to engage with users during their decision-making journeys. This development could enhance nonprofit outreach efforts by integrating messaging into user interactions. -------- NonprofitNewsfeed.com Summary of hundreds of news sources.The post Government Data Losses & ChatGPT Ads Are Here, Whether We Like It Or Not (news) first appeared on Nonprofit News Feed.
What will be put in place concerning the Texas water fund this year? In this episode, we explore existing memberships, conversations, and funding related to the Texas water supply. Join our hosts, Robert and Carrie, as they discuss current legislation regarding the water districts in Texas with Sarah Kirkle of the Texas Water Association. First up, a little Q&A (01:55) Carol Peters wants to know, is it true that local data centers will be using a lot of water as well as electricity? (02:03) Richard Lendly wonders how the current wave of deep budget cuts will impact “innovation and water supplies,” and [this] show which gets money from “NOAA” also concerned about schemes for moving large quantities of water across regions and even between states. (05:55) Today's Guest: Sarah Kirkle, Director of policy and legislative affairs at Texas Water Association (11:35) Carrie Thompson introduces our guest (12:40) Sarah Kirkle shares water initiatives happening in Texas this year: The Big Ten: Sarah outlines various types of members of the Texas Water Association (TWA) and those who support their work. (14:13) Desalination in the HOUSE: Find out why investment in water infrastructure became TWA's main priority. (16:58) The Big Splash: Sarah spills about how the 89th Legislative Session was the biggest water session in Texas history, 30 years in the making. (20:20) Signaling Around Water Transport: Conversations about the need for strategic pipelining and its impact. (32:37) The Real Work of River Authority: Sarah sets the record straight on the real role of water entities and how they fit into disaster response and emergency management for natural disasters in Texas. (36:35) The Dish on House Bill 1400: Sarah breaks down the budget and improvements for groundwater conservation districts outlined in HB 1400. (38:14) And Don't Miss What's Coming Next! Next Season: Join Robert and Carrie for a new season of Come Heck or Hot Water, focusing on factors, futures, and fundamentals of flooding in Texas. Episode Links and Resources: Texas Water Association The 89th Texas legislature HB 1400 Texas Desalination Association Theme song: Come Heck or Hot Water by Robert E. Mace We want to thank pixabay.com for providing the sound effects. Learn more about the Meadows Center at meadowscenter.txst.edu.
Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Ahmed Namatalla discuss the Iran war impasse and growing public concern, plus more on a primary election in Louisiana, a general strike in Italy, Taiwan's legislature voting on impeachment against President Lai, and NOAA's outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many more. These stories and others are also available in our free weekly Forecast newsletter.This episode includes work from Factal editors Ahmed Namatalla, Joe Veyera, Michael Archer, Awais Ahmad, and Theresa Seiger. Produced and edited by Jimmy Lovaas. Music courtesy of Andrew Gospe. Have feedback, suggestions, or events we've missed? Drop us a note: hello@factal.comWhat's Factal? Created by the founders of Breaking News, Factal alerts companies to global incidents that pose an immediate risk to their people or business operations. We provide trusted verification, precise incident mapping, and a collaboration platform for corporate security, travel safety, and emergency management teams. If you're a company interested in a trial, please email sales@factal.com. To learn more, visit Factal.com, browse the Factal blog, or email us at hello@factal.com.Read the full episode description and transcript on Factal's blog.Copyright © 2026 Factal. All rights reserved.
Recorded at the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) annual meeting in Washington, D.C., this special bonus episode of Explore Global Health features physicist and former NOAA satellite director Stephen Volz, PhD, whose career spans NASA, Earth observation, and global environmental science. He explains how satellite data and Earth system science are transforming our understanding of planetary health—and why that matters for human health outcomes worldwide. From the "triple planetary crisis" to the critical role of finance, Volz explores how environmental data, global collaboration, and local action must come together to build a sustainable and healthier future.
La Niña may be gone, but its impact doesn't end when the pattern fades, according to a new study from NOAA researchers and the Cooperative Institute. Now, as scientists watch for signs that El Niño could emerge in the Pacific, there are growing concerns about what comes next, including the possible return of an ocean heat wave known as “the Blob.” USA TODAY National Correspondent for Climate and the Environment Dinah Voyles Pulver joins The Excerpt to discuss the lingering impacts of La Niña and the potential impact of El Niño.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Nik sits down with Ty Pina, Aviation Department Head at Kansas State University. Drawing on 21 years of service in the Air Force, Ty reflects on his journey leading K-State's aviation program and shares his perspective on mentorship, networking, and cultivating a strong culture of professionalism and safety. With an emphasis on CRM, soft skills, and student motivation, he is dedicated to developing well-rounded pilots prepared for diverse career paths - from the airlines and business aviation to NOAA and aerial firefighting. To learn more, connect with Tysen on LinkedIn or visit K-State Salina online at www.salina.k-state.edu. CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "R4P2026" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR Are you a pilot just coming out of the military and looking for the perfect second home for your family? Look no further! Reach out to Marty and his team by visiting www.tridenthomeloans.com to get the best VA loans available anywhere in the US. Be ready for takeoff anytime with 3D-stretch, stain-repellent, and wrinkle-free aviation uniforms by Flight Uniforms. Just go to www.flightuniform.com and type the code SPITFIREPOD20 to get a special 20% discount on your first order. #Aviation #AviationCareers #aviationcrew #AviationJobs #AviationLeadership #AviationEducation #AviationOpportunities #AviationPodcast #AirlinePilot #AirlineJobs #AirlineInterviewPrep #flying #flyingtips #PilotDevelopment #PilotFinance #pilotcareer #pilottips #pilotcareertips #PilotExperience #pilotcaptain #PilotTraining #PilotSuccess #pilotpodcast #PilotPreparation #Pilotrecruitment #flightschool #aviationschool #pilotcareer #pilotlife #pilot
Guest WeatherBrain Jan Null joins us tonight on WeatherBrains. Armed with over 50 years experience as a meteorologist, he earned his Bachelor of Science from UC-Davis and his Master's Degree from San Jose State University. He's been an adjunct professor at San Francisco State University since 1987. Jan, welcome! University of South Alabama student Jackson Quinn also joins us tonight as Guest Panelist. He serves as the 2026 AMS Student Chapter President. We will be discussing heat risks for FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities, as well as other pressing topics in the world of weather. It's great to have you on tonight, Jackson! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Greensburg, KS EF5 anniversary (01:00) Jan Null's meteorology background (09:45) What is CWSU (Center Weather Service Unit Information)? (12:00) Biggest event Jan worked on the West Coast (15:30) SeCAPS South Alabama student-run symposium (22:00) 3 broad categories of heat-related deaths of children in vehicles (31:30) Heat-related data concerning people living in extended power outages (43:00) Jackson's project at SeCAPS (49:30) Compare/contract outcomes with other World Cups and similar events at locations with similar climatology (01:00:00) Development of vehicle seat sensors (01:06:00) NCAA college football games and their heat rules (01:09:00) Deeper dive into pediatric vehicular heat stroke (01:12:30) Summer of 1980 heatwave (01:14:00) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:21:30) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:23:15) E-Mail Segment (01:25:30) and more! Web Sites from Episode 1059: No Heat Stroke Alabama Weather Network Picks of the Week: Jan Null - National Meteorologists Day Jackson Quinn - SeCAPS Home Page University of South Alabama Meteorology James Aydelott - "The Formation and Early Evolution of the Greensburg, Kansas, Tornadic Supercell on 4 May 2007" by Howard B. Bluestein James Aydelott - "Mobile, X-band, Polarimetric Doppler Radar Observations of the 4 May 2007 Greensburg, Kansas, Tornadic Supercell" by Robin L. Tanamachi, Howard B. Bluestein, Jana B. Houser, Stephen J. Frasier and Kery M. Hardwick Jen Narramore - Bill Randby breaks down weather phenomenon that was caught on video during Creighton Prep soccer Rick Smith - Everything Hikers Know About Lightning Safety is Wrong Troy Kimmel - Golden Gate Weather Services Kim Klockow-McClain - Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change data John Gordon - WeatherNation on X: Rare "Ash Devil" spotted in Phelan, CA Bill Murray - Out James Spann - New Texas Hailstone Record Confirmed by NOAA and Partners The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.
NOAA affects your daily life more than you think, from the weather forecasts you check to the seafood you eat, yet most people have no idea how important it really is. In this episode, we break down what NOAA actually does, why it matters for your safety, food, and environment, and what could happen if funding cuts weaken its ability to operate. Ocean science plays a critical role in predicting hurricanes, managing fisheries, protecting marine wildlife, and understanding climate patterns like El Niño and La Niña. But when programs are cut or overlooked, the consequences ripple through communities, economies, and ecosystems in ways most people never see coming. This conversation with Jeff Watters from Ocean Conservancy reveals the hidden systems behind NOAA, why public science infrastructure matters, and what's at stake if we stop paying attention. Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
Ocean exploration may sound like a niche science topic, but it affects far more than research ships and submarines. If most of the ocean remains poorly mapped and rarely observed, how can we protect habitats, predict hazards, discover new species, or understand climate change? In this episode, we break down why exploring the ocean still matters right now. NOAA ocean science plays a major role in uncovering what happens below the surface. From mapping the seafloor to discovering deep-sea ecosystems and tracking changing ocean conditions, exploration gives us the information needed to make better decisions for people and the planet. Deep-sea discovery is not just about curiosity. It is about safety, innovation, conservation, and understanding the largest living space on Earth. The surprising truth is that we know more about some distant planets than we do about our own ocean floor. Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
A leaked poll can do what campaign ads can't: force an honest look at what voters actually believe. We walk through fresh numbers on the New Mexico Democratic primary, including favorability for Deb Haaland and Sam Bregman, what negative hits do to both candidates, and why the topline “horse race” stays stubbornly stable even when the messaging gets louder.Then we dig into the most revealing section of the poll: oil and gas, fracking, and the New Mexico state budget. A huge share of Democratic voters know the state relies on energy revenue and many even approve of in-state drilling, yet support spikes for a fracking ban until the questions connect the dots to schools, roads, and health care. We talk about how wording, PR stigma, and basic voter education shape outcomes and why energy policy debates in New Mexico always end up being budget debates. We also touch the land commissioner race and why public lands, water rights, and regulation make that office far more powerful than most people realize.From politics we jump to the sky: Mark's weather desk breaks down NOAA probabilities and why a fast-forming, extremely strong El Nino could reshape storm track, snowpack, monsoon strength, and fire danger. We close with a deeper cultural thread about trust across generations, the mental health cost of screen-first life, the pull of community and faith, and an unforgettable Ben Sasse soundbite on family, mortality, and belief. Subscribe, share this with a friend in New Mexico, and leave a rating and review. What part of the poll surprised you most?Website: https://www.nodoubtaboutitpodcast.com/Twitter: @nodoubtpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoDoubtAboutItPod/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markronchettinm/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D
NOAA marine wildlife protection affects whales, sea turtles, dolphins, seals, and endangered ocean species in ways most people never see. In this episode, we break down how one agency helps prevent extinctions, protects habitats, responds to strandings, and enforces laws that keep marine wildlife alive. Ocean conservation is not only about beach cleanups or personal choices. It also depends on science, rescue teams, habitat monitoring, fisheries rules, and long-term public systems. If those systems weaken, marine wildlife can pay the price. Marine biology listeners will learn why protecting species requires more than passion, and why invisible infrastructure matters as much as visible activism. Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
Today, the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers podcast is sharing the second episode of the Conservation Collective, where they're talking striped bass, the most sought after fish on the eastern seaboard. Often described as "everyman's fish" it's pursued by an extraordinarily wide range of anglers. Those anglers could be shorebound, or they could be on a million dollar center console. A lot of people also fish for stripers, NOAA estimates over 20 million trips a season, and so, the fishery has a significant cultural and economic impact up and down the coast. Once hailed as a conservation success story, now, the future of the stock is in question. In this episode we'll dive into the latest science that will inform future management decisions and look at the different factors that fishery managers are considering. In addition, we'll discuss how New England and New York BHA are working to restore future abundance of this fish we love. Huge thank you to our guests: Charles Witek. Conservationist and Fisheries Policy Expert. NY BHA Policy Team Member. Mike Woods. New England BHA Chapter Chair. Ben Gahagan, PhD. Recreational Fisheries Program Leader. Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries Kimberly Fine. Fisheries Biologist. Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries Will Poston. Policy Associate. American Saltwater Guides Association Nichola Meserve. Fishery Policy Analyst, Interstate Management. Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Citizen Science Data Portal Striped Bass Citizen Scientist Project Sportfish Angler Data Collection Team - MA Division of Marine Fisheries Charles Witek's Blog - One Angler's Voyage
NOAA seafood safety affects more than most people realize. The seafood in your grocery store or on your restaurant plate may rely on NOAA science, inspections, fisheries data, and monitoring systems that help keep oceans productive and supply chains accountable. In this episode, we break down why this often-overlooked agency matters to everyday consumers. Seafood traceability is not just about labels. It is about knowing where fish comes from, whether it was caught legally, and whether marine ecosystems are being managed responsibly. If those systems weaken, consumers, honest fishers, and ocean wildlife all feel the impact. Ocean conservation often sounds distant, but this story is personal. One surprising truth: many people have never heard of NOAA, yet its work can influence the seafood they trust, the fisheries that survive, and the ocean protections that support future food security. Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
NOAA helps protect millions of people before hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and tsunamis hit, but most people never realize how much they rely on it. In this episode, we break down the hidden systems behind weather forecasting, emergency alerts, and disaster preparedness, and why cuts to NOAA could have consequences far beyond the ocean. Natural Disasters are becoming more intense in many regions, which makes accurate forecasting more important than ever. Better models, satellites, buoys, and warning systems give families more time to evacuate, secure homes, and stay safe. If those systems weaken, mistakes become more costly. Ocean Science is not separate from your daily life. It helps power the forecasts that guide airports, ports, coastal communities, and emergency managers. This episode explains why protecting science infrastructure may be one of the most practical ways to protect people. Listen to the full episode. Support Independent Podcasts: https://www.speakupforblue.com/patreon Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
Today, we will dive deep into the issue of climate change and discover whether the current hysteria is built on sound, objective science or if there is a more sinister agenda at play. What happens when bad theology gets applied to sloppy science? You will hear the answers to these questions and more as you think biblically and critically on this topic with Dr. Cal Beisner and Dr. David Legates.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.