Podcasts about Hurricane Katrina

2025 marks 20 years of Google Maps — a tool that many of us would be, quite literally, lost without. We hear from New Orleanians who used Google Maps/Google Earth in its inaugural year to survey the damage to their homes following Hurricane Katrina. We also talk to the internet's Map Men, who ask whether "the best maps humanity has ever produced are simultaneously the worst maps for humanity?" in their new book, "This Way Up: When Maps Go Wrong (And Why It Matters)."

This 2025 Ten Across podcast year in review takes a deep dive into the critical issues shaping the future of the Interstate 10 corridor.  We've curated a series of interview clips and reflections that will examine contemporary U.S. climate, economic, and governance-related concerns as presented along this transect. From rising risks in insurance markets to the shifting responsibilities for disaster recovery, we'll examine the urgent need for proactive solutions.  Some of the key questions we tackle include:       Can insurance remain affordable and accessible in an era of escalating climate risks?As disaster recovery moves to state and local levels, do these agencies have the capacity to handle increasing demands?On the twentieth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, what lesson have we learned and how are they shaping our adaptation efforts today?  Tune in for a thought-provoking recap and discussion that offers valuable insights into how we can better prepare for and mitigate the impacts of climate change.  Featured podcasts by order of appearance in this recording:   10X Convergence: The Region's Experts Convene to Address the Insurability Crisis  The Future of Insurability: New Approaches and Mindsets  Mississippi River Mayors Coalesce to Address Shared Climate RisksWhy the Ten Across Geography Needs FEMA with Dr. Samantha Montano  Extreme Heat Has Only Just Begun: How Prepared is the U.S.?     Katrina's 20th: Vann R. Newkirk II on What We Owe Climate Disaster Survivors Today  Katrina's 20th: Jeff Hébert on Community Recovery and Resilience  CreditsHost: Duke ReiterProducer and editor: Taylor GriffithResearch and support provided by: Kate Carefoot, Rae Ulrich, and Sabine Butler  

In this final episode of Season 8, you'll get a powerful, inspiring discussion on defending the nonprofit sector amid political intimidation and retrenchment, with a call to action for funders to act with courage rather than caution. The message is clear: a strong democracy depends on a strong, well-resourced nonprofit workforce, and philanthropy must choose to lead boldly in this moment. Host Rusty Stahl, Fund the People's President and CEO, speaks with Dr. Sherece West-Scantlebury, President and CEO of the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, as part of the Defend Nonprofits, Defend Democracy series. Reflecting on more than 30 years in philanthropy and her forthcoming retirement at the end of 2025, West-Scantlebury offers a candid assessment of what has — and hasn't — worked in the sector. She traces the evolution of the foundation's equity-centered mission, its focus on working families who are struggling in Arkansas, and how COVID reinforced the urgency of addressing low wages, systemic inequities, and the root causes of poverty.Throughout the conversation, she challenges philanthropy to confront the real costs of sustaining a healthy civil society and to move beyond outdated, restrictive funding models.Dr. West-Scantlebury also details the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation's commitments to capacity building, nonprofit workforce pay and benefits, leader wellness, and innovative approaches such as enterprise capital. She argues that investing in people — through living wages, flexible funding, wellness stipends, and long-term balance-sheet investments — is essential to nonprofit sustainability and impact.The episode closes with a powerful discussion on defending the nonprofit sector amid political intimidation and retrenchment, with West-Scantlebury urging funders to act with courage rather than caution. Her message is clear: a strong democracy depends on a strong, well-resourced nonprofit workforce, and philanthropy must choose to lead boldly in this moment.Download an edited transcript of this episode⁠This is part 2 of our 2-part Season 8 Finalé. Check out part 1, a conversation with Andrea Levere of Capitalize Good (S8:E12), from December 10, 2025.Guest Bio:From her early beginnings as a housing advocate in New York City to leading some of the most prestigious foundations in the Southeastern U.S., Sherece West-Scantlebury, Ph.D., has been relentless in her quest to increase prosperity for families striving to move out of poverty. She has served as President and CEO of the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation for 18 years. Previously, she was the founding CEO of the Foundation for Louisiana, which was born in response to Hurricane Katrina. Prior to that, she was a program executive at the Annie E. Casey Foundation.Related Episodes:Enterprise Capital: A Framework for Sustainable Nonprofits - with Andrea Levere (S8:E12)Lowering Our 'Revenue Risk,' with Gretchen Upholt, BDO (S8:E11)'Silence Isolates, Solidarity Shields,' with Tonya Allen, McKnight Foundation (S8:E7)Links to Resources Discussed in the Episode:Winthrop Rockefeller FoundationFund the PeopleAnnie E. Casey FoundationFoundation for LouisianaCapitalize GoodUnited for ALICE (ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)ALICE in the Nonprofit WorkforceEnterprise Capital ExplainerCapacity Building in PhilanthropyMIT Living Wage CalculatorTitan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. by Ron ChernowAudre Lorde (referenced on silence and complicity)

Real innovation often starts with a problem you just can't stop thinking about. In this episode of The Leadership Blueprints Podcast, BJ Kraemer welcomes Scott Wolfe, founder and former CEO of Levelset, to unpack how a small but persistent frustration with construction payment practices led him to build one of the most influential platforms in the industry. Scott shares how Hurricane Katrina pulled him into the world of restoration work, construction law, and software development, ultimately revealing the systemic barriers that keep contractors from getting paid for the work they complete. He traces Levelset's evolution from a lien rights tool to a suite of products that reduce friction, increase transparency, and help stakeholders protect the value they put into a job. Scott also reflects on the culture that shaped Levelset's rapid growth, the leadership habits that held the team together through the scaling process, and why true innovation starts with deep familiarity with the problem you're trying to solve. Tune in to hear how genuine leadership and commitment to the customer can transform a key sector of the AEC industry! Key Points From This Episode:•   How Hurricane Katrina redirected his path into restoration work and construction law.•   Launching Levelset as a lien-rights solution before expanding its scope.•   Growing the platform into risk, finance, and insurance tools for the industry.•   How payment delays and retaining employees strain small contractors and suppliers.•   Scaling the company to hundreds of employees through clear, consistent communication.Quotes:“When you do work on a job, or you put materials into a job, you deserve to get paid, and we want to make sure you're always in an empowered position to do it.” — Scott Wolfe  “We really didn't have true venture money. It was a little more like friends and family, seed money, and cash flow. – But what that allowed our culture to do, and I think this is a little underappreciated by companies, [is] to get a lot of institutional knowledge about the problem.” — Scott Wolfe  “You have to be in the stream of something from my standpoint, to be able to understand where the problem is and really care about the problem.” — Scott Wolfe  “I still think that the crown jewels of any super successful company is in the affinity that you develop around the problem you're solving and how well you know it. All the technology becomes a tool for it. AI is great, it does some interesting things, but it doesn't build a business.” — Scott Wolfe “People follow people who have that true enthusiasm and that true authenticity.” — Scott Wolfe Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Scott WolfeScott Wolfe on LinkedInLevelsetMade to StickThe Power of MomentsSwitchLeadership Blueprints PodcastMCFAMCFA CareersBJ Kraemer on LinkedIn

Get ready for a story of grit, giving back, and embracing opportunity, all served up with a side of cheeseburgers and community spirit.On this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs, we sit down with Ron Ladner, co-founder of Shaggy's restaurants and a true embodiment of passion meeting purpose. Raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Ron Ladner shares his journey from humble beginnings, growing up in a small, crowded home, to building a thriving restaurant group known for its uplifting culture and commitment to putting both employees and guests first.Throughout the conversation, Ron Ladner opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial path—including his realization that adversity, from economic downturns to hurricanes, can actually fuel opportunity and innovation. From lessons learned in the construction yard and on the sports field, to pioneering successful sales strategies and ultimately returning home to help rebuild his community after Hurricane Katrina, Ron Ladner offers listeners invaluable insights on resilience, leadership, and the importance of creating lasting impact.Plus, you'll hear how his love for fishing became part of his business, the unique culture he's built at Shaggy's, and what truly drives him beyond profits. Moments00:00 "Ron: Business Meets Passion"05:36 "Curiosity Drives Passion for Growth"07:16 "Working Through School & Summer"10:45 Switching Majors: Tech to Marketing15:30 Informative Networking Secrets20:16 "Life's Unexpected Journeys"23:32 "Committed to People and Purpose"25:10 Transforming Restaurant Employee Culture30:27 Opportunity in Setbacks34:54 From Cleanup to Business Partnership37:47 Fishing Boat Intern to Captain40:53 Holistic Employee Support Solutions45:20 "Shaggy's Cheeseburger Story"46:34 "Book Success and Audiobook Deal"This episode is brought to you by PureTax, LLC. Tax preparation services without the pressure. When all you need is to get your tax return done, take the stress out of tax season by working with a firm that has simplified the process and the pricing. Find out more about how we started.Here are our top three takeaways from the episode:People-First Culture Fuels Growth: Ron's ethos of surrendering 100% to both his team and his guests has revolutionized what it means to be in the restaurant business. His team's average tenure is four years, compared to an industry average of just 75 days. That is the true power of valuing your people.Turning Catastrophe into Opportunity: Ron's journey is a masterclass in resilience. After Hurricane Katrina devastated his community, he prioritized rebuilding not just his business, but the heart of his town. Out of challenges, opportunity—and Shaggy's—was born.Legacy Beyond Profit: True entrepreneurial success isn't just about the bottom line; it's about lifting others up. Ron's dedication to mentoring his employees, helping them grow professionally and personally, shows that impact outlasts income.Running a business doesn't have to run your life.Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it's easy to be so busy ‘doing' business that you don't have the right strategy to grow your business.Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for successOur...

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this episode, Justin interviews Joseph A. Milan, Ph.D., about the core philosophy or mindset for risk managers, the definition of acceptable risk, and how acceptable risk changes, depending on the organization's culture, strategy, or industry. Joseph shares his view on common mistakes and how biases can lead to gut decisions that are the least effective solutions. Justin and Joseph discuss Joseph's upcoming two-day virtual seminar, "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making", on March 4th and 5th, and how participants should prepare for it. Finally, Joseph shares closing thoughts for those in one-person risk departments. Listen for thoughts on how to keep the gut reaction out of decision-making.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:17] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest is Joseph Milan, Ph.D. You know him from the RIMS CRMP Insights Series. [:40] As one of our virtual instructors, he's here to discuss his own risk philosophies ahead of the RIMS Virtual Workshop on March 4th and 5th. He'll be leading "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making". But first… [:54] RIMS-CRMP and Some Exam Prep Courses. The next virtual prep course will be held on January 14th and 15th, 2026. These are virtual courses. Links to these courses can be found through the Certification page of RIMS.org and through this episode's show notes. [1:12] RIMS Virtual Workshops are coming up. On January 21st and 22nd, Chris Hansen returns to deliver the course, "Managing Worker Compensation, Employer's Liability and Employment Practices in the US". [1:26] The full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's notes. [1:38] RIMS members always enjoy deep discounts on the virtual workshops. [1:48] The RIMS-CRO Certificate Program in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management is hosted by the famous James Lam. This is a live virtual program that helps elevate your expertise and career in ERM. [2:00] You can enroll now for the next cohort, which will be held over 12 weeks from January to March of 2026. Registration closes on January 5th. Or Spring ahead and register for the cohort that will be held from April to June, 2026. Registration closes on April 6th. [2:20] Links to registration and enrollment are in this episode's show notes. [2:25] On with the show! Today, we will discuss facilitating risk-based decision-making with our friend Joseph Milan, Ph.D. He is the Principal at J.A. Milan & Associates and is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Colorado. [2:43] He is a RIMS CRMP Commissioner. You get a lot of his insights from the RIMS CRMP Insights Series. A link is in this episode's show notes. In this dialog, we will get a preview of his upcoming workshop, "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making", on March 4th and 5th. [3:02] But we're really going to get into Joe's risk philosophies, which are the sorts of things the RIMScast audience can use as they develop their careers and as they move into higher positions, ascend the corporate ladder, or become a department of one. [3:20] Interview! I've known him for years, and I'm so glad to finally be saying… [3:22] Joseph Milan, welcome to RIMScast! [3:41] Justin notes that he and Joseph have recorded so many things through the years, but not RIMScast. Joseph says it's great to be back with Justin, and on this medium, and he looks forward to sharing more information with Justin and all the RIMS members. [4:21] Joseph shares his RIMS history. It started in the olden times of 2005 when he got involved in a committee Carol Fox set up, called at the time the ERM Development Committee, now known as the RIMS Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council. [4:46] Then Joseph started helping with curriculum development and in-person professional development, before COVID. [4:58] After COVID, Joseph has been involved not only in delivering seminars but, as a commission member for the RIMS-CRMP, helped develop that curriculum and governance structure. Joseph has been involved with RIMS in different ways over the years. [5:12] There's a good chance that someone listening to this podcast will think, Hey, I know that guy! I recognize that voice! [5:26] Joseph is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Colorado, Denver. He's been active in the Risk Consulting Space since 2008, doing projects that range from simple commercial insurance placements to complex ERM implementations. He brings a unique perspective. [6:02] Joseph teaches at the University of Colorado Business School. He helped develop a course on Enterprise Risk Management. ERM is truly becoming a mature discipline. Joseph thinks RIMS is establishing a global presence for ERM. Justin credits Joseph, in part, for that. [7:05] When Justin saw that Joseph was going to host a two-day workshop, March 5th and 6th, "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making", he said, Let's get Joe on the show and end 2025 with a great interview with him. [7:38] Joseph says the course is, in many ways, the pinnacle of risk management as a discipline. If we think about the domains and components of the RIMS-CRMP, the fifth domain within the CRMP is about supporting risk-based decision-making. [8:06] This is a two-day seminar that takes a deep dive into that space. Joseph says it's the most fun, advanced, and interactive. It's the task that requires the best blend between the technical and the so-called soft skills. It's really exciting. Joseph is looking forward to it. [8:28] Joseph hopes a lot of the audience listening to this podcast will take enough of an interest to spend the 14 or 15 hours — it seems like a lot, but it goes fast! There are breaks. [8:52] When Joseph leads a course, he takes questions live. His approach is dynamic and flexible in terms of making sure that people get what they expect from the seminar. [9:05] Joseph says crunching numbers is super important. The assumption for this seminar is that these are advanced practitioners who can do number crunching or hire somebody to do it. The number crunching is important because it sets the foundation for control limits. [9:23] Number crunching sets the foundation for being able to answer questions about risk philosophy. [9:34] Core philosophy is risk philosophy. Risk philosophy comes from definitions of risk appetite and risk tolerance, and being able to operationalize those definitions in simple statements, in plain language, tied to the control limits that come from the number crunching. [10:00] With a good amount of work, within any organization, a risk professional and a team of people dedicated to risk and ERM should be able to put those definitions into action. [10:31] In the context of an advanced risk management or ERM seminar, when we talk about risk, it's always also about opportunity. [10:46] The simplest definition of acceptable risk is that which fits within the risk philosophy of the organization, within risk appetite and risk tolerance, and supports the organization in terms of its pursuit of objectives. [11:04] It's almost always about higher profitability, more money in for-profit companies. Non-profit companies describe it differently. Maybe it's focusing on providing more service, which is a proxy for getting more money. [11:19] It's about remaining a going concern and achieving goals. That's the simple definition: fitting within risk appetite and risk tolerance. [11:52] Joseph says it's constantly about finding balance. It's not just about the most influential senior leader, the risk leader, or the ERM leader. [12:05] It's also about the risk owners within the organization and how they fit into the strategic direction of the organization: growth vs. stability. Maybe it's an organization in distress and is focusing on retrenchment and building up a balance sheet to be able to redirect itself. [12:27] It's in that space that a lot of times, there is an unintentional lack of organizational risk competency. That can contribute to not just conflict, but also misunderstandings about what's acceptable, in terms of taking on risk in pursuit of objectives. [12:49] Communication is something we focus on in the seminar "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making" quite a bit. [12:58] It is in the soft space of actively listening and identifying triggers in terms of perception of risk that have a huge impact on the decisions that an organization takes in risk and opportunity. It is challenging and time-consuming, but done correctly, it's super worthwhile! [13:27] Quick Break! RISKWORLD 2026 will be held from May 3rd through the 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. RISKWORLD attracts more than 10,000 risk professionals from across the globe. It's time to Connect, Cultivate, and Collaborate with them. Booth sales are open now! [13:49] General registration and speaker registration are also open right now! Marketplace and Hospitality badges will be available starting on March 3rd. Links are in this episode's show notes. [14:04] Let's Return to Our Interview with Joseph Milan! [14:14] Joseph Milan will be hosting a workshop, "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making", on March 4th and 5th. Registration closes March 3rd. Justin says there is nobody better than Joseph to host this RIMS workshop. Joseph has a wide range of experience. [15:14] A risk practitioner may focus more on the traditional space, insurance. Joseph says ERM will not supersede traditional risk management. [16:06] A common mistake is that risk practitioners tend to get distracted by what they think are big numbers, but which pale in comparison to the big picture on the balance sheet. [16:36] A good solution to that mistake is to find influential people in the organization who are plugged into financial planning, analysis, and budgeting, with a long connection to the organization, to help put things in perspective and answer questions about acceptable risk. [17:09] Does it fit within the organization's risk appetite and tolerance? Answering those questions quantitatively can be fairly easy in terms of doing analysis and providing conclusions about expected total losses, frequency, and severity. [17:33] The more important question is, is that acceptable, and does it fit within what executive leadership expects in terms of the stability of the financial performance of the company? [17:44] The mistake is in overemphasizing or overestimating the importance of certain quantitative components of a risk program that oftentimes might not be that important. Conversely, there might be something much less visible that needs more attention. [18:12] You have to know your audience, and you need to know what their emotions are, what motivates them, and what might trigger them. It's a bad idea to follow your gut, but it happens all the time. One of the main reasons it happens is because of emotion. [18:44] If you see weird, irrational things happening, often, it ties back to a personal experience that the President, CEO, or CFO had many years ago. You might have an operator who went through Hurricane Katrina and is super sensitive to that type of hazard risk. [19:11] Justin shares the impact Hurricane Sandy had on his home and on his parents' home, which was destroyed. The flooding gutted the area. Looking back, Justin will always have NatCat insurance. Justin is still traumatized by it. [19:53] Joseph emphasizes communication and knowing your audience. An organization may want to do ERM or take its insurance program to the next level. Some spaces trigger reactions and emotions. [20:31] It takes time to figure out an unwritten organizational culture. [21:18] Strategy impacts the perception of risk, what's acceptable in terms of risk, and what the upper and lower control limits are. Where does strategy come from? Joseph says strategy comes from vision, mission, and execution. [21:42] Strategy comes from various places. It could be external market forces. It could be the result of a merger or an acquisition, or a series of mergers and acquisitions. The executive leadership team may have to look around and ask themselves, Who are we? What are we doing? [22:08] The first company that hired Justin, in 20 years, has been acquired twice, and people who had been lifers are being shown the door. [22:46] Joseph says, In M&A, there is a huge impact on morale. Without a clear communication plan, backed up by action, things can get inefficient and expensive very quickly. [23:17] A Final Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's goal to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals is achieved, in part, by its collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [23:36] Spencer awards undergraduate, graduate, Ph.D., and Pre-Instructor of Practice Scholarships to students enrolled at an accredited college or university in the U.S. and Canada, and physically studying in either location. No remote coursework eligibility from other locations. [23:53] Including part-time, graduate scholarships to risk management and insurance professionals continuing their education. [23:58] Since 1980, Spencer has invested more than $11.1 million in the scholarship program with awards to over 1,700 students. More than 85% of Spencer's scholarship recipients remain in the industry to this day. [24:15] They've got undergraduate scholarships, full-time Master's scholarships, part-time Master's scholarships, pre-dissertation Ph.D. candidates, doctoral candidates, and pre-instructor of practice scholarships all open now. The application deadline is January 31st, 2026. [24:36] Visit SpencerEd.org/scholarships. You'll find the different application buttons. See the link in this episode's show notes for more information, giving you some extra homework to do over the holiday break, if you are taking a holiday break!. [24:53] Let's Return to the Conclusion of My Interview with Joseph Milan! [25:01] Justin had Jim Swanke as a guest on International Podcast Day, from the University of Wisconsin, Madison's Wisconsin School of Business. He mentioned he has a real passion for being an educator for risk management students. [25:25] Jim Swanke encourages students to lean into technology and AI as a proofreader and a time-saving tool, to help go through contracts, claims, and things like that. That was on the captive insurance side. [25:50] Justin asks Joseph for his take on AI. Joseph encourages students to go all in on it. It's the future. It is not going away. [26:04] Joseph's clients are asking him about AI because they're looking for opportunities to increase efficiency. Is there a way we can reduce the time it takes to do "fill in the blank"? [26:17] When you look at the top risk management information systems, the first and second place, Origami and Riskonnect, are spending a lot of time and money looking for any opportunity to leverage AI to make the broader risk management process more efficient. [26:42] Joseph gives the example of analytics. It takes a couple of seconds to do a multiple linear regression analysis. The hard part is collecting the data to support the analysis. If you can leverage AI to collect, clean, and organize data, that is something you should do, with caution. [27:09] We know that large language models tend to occasionally hallucinate. To have a non-sentient black box to have a hallucination as it's cleaning your data for analysis is a little bit of a scary thing. Fortunately, we humans are still around to check these machines. [27:33] Joseph says the shortest answer is that AI is not going away. It needs to be embraced carefully. The process fundamentals that we have been thinking about, doing, and teaching about for years are the same. They will not change. [28:03] Joseph will be leading the "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making" virtual workshop for RIMS on March 4th and 5th. It's a two-day course with six or more hours each day. [28:32] Joseph says it's a seminar that focuses on the advanced implementation of risk solutions. We will not be doing calculations, analytics, or analysis. [28:50] We're assuming that everyone is showing up with a deep and broad understanding of not only definitions of potential risk and opportunity, but also a solid foundation in the analytical space. [29:02] This is more about thinking about how bias influences individual, group, and social perceptions and recommendations, in terms of risk. [29:17] Participants should bring an open mind and an understanding of the importance of soft skills in the space of supporting risk-based decisions. [29:31] Some of the listeners may already have read this book, but Joseph recommends it again, Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman. It is the foundation for the seminar. [29:43] Joseph says, the book takes a deep dive into the "caveman" forces that influence intuitive, gut-reaction decisions, and how gut reactions can be a very unhelpful approach for the systematic, slower decisions that need to be made regarding complex risk. [30:09] Joseph recommends reading the book. He says it will provide you with a much better foundation for the seminar, and it's a book you will keep going back to throughout your career. [30:23] Justin says, It's been such a pleasure to see you again. I've got links to the RIMS-CRMP Insights Series that you did for us. There is plenty of Joseph Milan content here on RIMS.org. [30:50] Joseph's last words for listeners: The first message is to be committed to the hard work that goes into cleaning, organizing, and setting the stage. It's part of being a good risk manager. [31:52] Beyond that, a lot of what we talk about in the ERM space has to do with leveraging existing resources and breaking down silos. Find influential, knowledgeable people in your organization who can help with different cultural components and a lot of the tactical things. [32:14] They might be able to help you find shortcuts as you take on different implementations and initiatives within the risk space within your company. [32:30] Justin says, I look forward to seeing you again, in 2026, virtually, and/or in person. Thank you so much for all your time and for being so generous with your knowledge. [32:46] Special thanks again to Joseph Milan for joining us here on RIMScast. His virtual workshop is "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making". Enrollment closes on March 3rd for the two-day course, which will be held on March 4th and 5th. A link is in this episode's show notes. [33:07] Joseph will also lead the Pre-RISKWORLD two-day workshop, "Captives as an Alternate Risk Financing Technique," on-site in Philadelphia on May 2nd and 3rd, 2026. We will provide a registration link when it's available. Mark your calendar and learn from one of the best! [33:28] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [33:56] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [34:13] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [34:30] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [34:46] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [35:00] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. [35:11] Practice good risk management, stay safe, and thank you again for your continuous support!   Links: "Facilitating Risk-Based Decision Making" | Virtual Workshop | March 4‒5, 2026 RIMS-CRO Certificate Program in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management | Jan‒March 2026 Cohort | Led by James Lam RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) | Insights Series Featuring Joe Milan! RISKWORLD 2026 Registration — Open for exhibitors, members, and non-members! Reserve your booth at RISKWORLD 2026! 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Local New Jersey poet and Princeton professor Patricia Smith has won the National Book Award for her poetry collection, The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems. The collection covers her poetry from 1991 to 2024, and includes poems about jazz, family, Black identity, Hurricane Katrina, and more. Smith discusses the collection, and read some poetry.

In this episode of 'Keep It Positive, Sweetie,'host Crystal Renee Hayslett sits down with the multi-talented Brian Jordan Jr., known for his role on Tyler Perry's 'Sisters.' Brian shares his journey from his childhood in Louisiana, through his struggles and triumphs in the entertainment industry, to his recent ventures, including his passion project 'Riley the Musical.' He reflects on the impact of Hurricane Katrina, his educational path, and the importance of black representation in theater. Brian also opens up about the personal challenges he has faced, such as body image issues and the pressures of public life. With a focus on his growth, faith, and the people who have supported him along the way, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandy Rosenthal In this episode, host Dr. Rob Harter sits down with Sandy Rosenthal, the founder of Levees.org, to uncover the shocking truth behind the catastrophic flooding of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. While most people attributed the devastation to the storm itself, Sandy discovered a deeper, man-made failure at the core of the disaster—the collapse of federally designed levees. Despite having no background in engineering or advocacy, Sandy turned her personal mission for justice into a national grassroots movement that is still influencing policy and education today. Through tireless research, community mobilization, and resilience in the face of fierce opposition, Sandy Rosenthal not only revealed the truth about what went wrong during Hurricane Katrina but also sparked a national conversation about flood protection, government accountability, and citizen advocacy. In this episode, she shares her journey, the birth of Levees.org, and why education is key to preventing future disasters. Key Topics Include: The real reason behind New Orleans' flooding during Hurricane Katrina Sandy's discovery of the Army Corps of Engineers' responsibility in levee failures How she overcame media silence, government opposition, and personal attacks The founding of Levees.org and its expansion into a national advocacy movement The importance of education and why engineering students should learn from failures How Sandy transformed personal passion into sustained national advocacy Practical advice for nonprofit leaders facing opposition in their own missions Mentioned in This Episode: Sandy Rosenthal's website: sandyrosenthal.net Levees.org Sandy's book: Words Whispered in Water – Available on Amazon This Episode is Sponsored By: DonorBox Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders!

Jim Acosta hosts The Jim Acosta Show” on Substack, YouTube and Apple Podcasts. He is an award-winning broadcast journalist, with 25 years of experience in network television news, at CNN and CBS News. Perhaps best-known for his time as the Chief White House Correspondent for CNN, he has covered six straight presidential elections at the network level. He's also as an anchor and reporter covering some of the biggest news stories of the last 30 years, including Hurricane Katrina, the Iraq War and the aftermath of 9/11. In 2019, Jim's New York Times bestselling book, “The Enemy of the People: A Dangerous Time to Tell the Truth in America” was published. That same year his work was recognized by the New York Press Club with its “Truth to Power” Award. Jim's back with us to discuss Trump, Hegseth, Epstein and so much more! Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

Send us a textSarah Kapnick literally trained under John Nash at Princeton, went from structuring catastrophe bonds at Goldman during Hurricane Katrina, to serving as Chief Scientist at NOAA, and is now Global Head of Climate Advisory at JPMorgan. She's part mathematician, part climate scientist, part Wall Street insider – and the godmother of The Wall Street Skinny, the person who first convinced Jen to go into finance. This interview has been two and a half years in the making, and it's easily one of the most full-circle, “how is this one person real?” conversations we've ever had.We get into the math of predicting the future: how fluid dynamics and game theory show up in Black-Scholes, what “1-in-100 year events” actually mean over a 30-year mortgage, and why climate risk isn't a political side quest but a massive driver of returns, insurance pricing, and portfolio construction. Sarah explains cat bonds in plain English, walks through physical vs. transition risk, and connects wildfires, hurricanes, nuclear, fusion, and geothermal to the way capital is being allocated right now. If you care about making or losing money over the next few decades, this is not optional listening.We also talk mentorship, careers, and what it looks like to build a non-linear, insanely high-impact path across science, government, and Wall Street while raising a young family. Sarah shares how she decides when to leave a prestigious job, what she tells the next generation of math and science nerds curious about finance, and how she translates hardcore climate science for CEOs, investors, and ultra-high-net-worth clients. Even if you think “climate isn't for me,” this episode will change how you think about risk, opportunity, and the future.Learn more about 9fin HERE Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.

The people of New Orleans, Louisiana, knew a storm was coming, but who could have imagined the force of the category 4 hurricane named Katrina? In his documentary, When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts, famed director Spike Lee, highlights the response and devastation Katrina had on the city and people. Survivor interviews capture the emotion of the calamity that is still impacting lives to this day. What could have been a typical August storm, became a chaotic and life-altering season of difficult phone calls, food lines, counseling, and make-shift shelters. Life can turn on a dime. Although we may not have experienced Hurricane Katrina, we've all experienced life's sudden shifts. The apostle Paul experienced too many to count, but he understood that God's grace can sustain us through our hardest days and darkest nights.” Life can turn on a dime. Although we may not have experienced Hurricane Katrina, we've all experienced life's sudden shifts. The apostle Paul experienced too many to count, but he understood that God's grace can sustain us through our hardest days and darkest nights. The post LIMITED RESOURCES, LIMITLESS GOD: When Your Circumstances Fall Short (YOU-Win’26, Study S1, Session 2) appeared first on YOU.

Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina left a path of destruction along the Gulf Coast. Today's In Focus brings you the story of a cat who survived the storm and was adopted from a shelter two thousand miles away.

Elise Buie is the founder and CEO of Elise Buie Family Law in Seattle, Washington. After losing everything in Hurricane Katrina, she rebuilt her life and career from scratch, bringing lessons in resilience and New Orleans hospitality to her practice.  Elise is a passionate and creative family law attorney who has lived the life you're living now, juggling the endless tasks of a lawyer and law firm owner while dreaming of something better. She grew her firm from six figures to multiple seven figures, navigating the pandemic and intentionally scaling back to ensure the firm operates with healthy numbers and a culturally aligned team.  WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT BUILDING A PROFITABLE LAW FIRM WITHOUT BURNING OUT YOUR TEAM Most law firms measure success by billable hours and revenue growth. But what if the path to profitability runs through shorter workweeks, lower billable targets, and generous budgets for client gifts? Elise Buie grew a family law practice from six figures to multiple seven figures while implementing policies that sound counterintuitive. Attorneys bill around 1,200 hours annually. Paralegals work 30-hour weeks while getting paid for 40. Team members receive bonuses for "unreasonable hospitality" rather than billing more hours. The firm maintains 30% profit margins with a three-times return on investment per employee, proving that you don't need to run your team into the ground to build a successful practice. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge podcast, Elise Holtzman speaks with Elise Buie about building a profitable law firm without sacrificing what matters most, including how to delegate effectively, why emotional intelligence is critical in family law, and what it really takes to create a culture where people bring their best selves to work. 2:32 - Rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina and how COVID tested the firm 5:39 - What unreasonable hospitality means and why it matters 8:49 - Why the firm bonuses people for client delight, not billable hours 11:48 - Hiring for alignment and emotional intelligence 13:30 - Why the firm turns away most applicants to find the right fit 16:56 - How the firm stays profitable with attorneys billing 1,200 hours a year 18:09 - Running the business by the numbers while keeping reduced hours 21:30 - Where the business knowledge came from (hint: lots of studying) 23:04 - Why daily data dashboards reveal problems before they become crises 26:14 - Why delegated work doesn't have to be perfect to be valuable Mentioned In Scaling With Soul: Building a Profitable Law Firm Without Burning Out Your Team Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Elise Buie Family Law Group | LinkedIn Elise Buie on LinkedIn  Get connected with the coaching team: hello@thelawyersedge.com The Lawyer's Edge SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE Today's episode is brought to you by the Ignite Women's Business Development Accelerator, a 9-month business development program created BY women lawyers for women lawyers. Ignite is a carefully designed business development program containing content, coaching, and a community of like-minded women who are committed to becoming rainmakers AND supporting the retention and advancement of other women in the profession. If you are interested in either participating in the program or sponsoring a woman in your firm to enroll, learn more about Ignite and sign up for our registration alerts by visiting www.thelawyersedge.com/ignite.

It began when she was only six—a faceless, glowing figure at the end of a hallway that suddenly ran toward her, faster than anything human. She slammed the bathroom door and sat there frozen for nearly an hour, waiting for it to go away. But the house didn't quiet down. Her mother felt something climb into bed beside her—twice. Her brother saw a man in a coat reflected on his TV screen, staring back before vanishing into the bathroom. Years later, during Hurricane Katrina, it happened again. The lights went out, candles flickered, and at the end of the hallway stood a girl with hollow eyes and a whisper of hair. She moved closer and closer until Rusty bolted outside into the storm. Later, she learned the house had been built from pieces of demolished churches and century-old homes. Maybe that's why the spirits felt so… familiar. Some people are haunted by memories. Rusty's haunted by everything else. #RealGhostStory #HauntedLouisiana #ShadowPeople #TrueGhostStories #FemaleExperiencer #HauntedHouse #GhostEncounters #ParanormalPodcast #CreepyEncounters #SupernaturalEvents #PoltergeistActivity #SouthernHaunting Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

It began when she was only six—a faceless, glowing figure at the end of a hallway that suddenly ran toward her, faster than anything human. She slammed the bathroom door and sat there frozen for nearly an hour, waiting for it to go away. But the house didn't quiet down. Her mother felt something climb into bed beside her—twice. Her brother saw a man in a coat reflected on his TV screen, staring back before vanishing into the bathroom. Years later, during Hurricane Katrina, it happened again. The lights went out, candles flickered, and at the end of the hallway stood a girl with hollow eyes and a whisper of hair. She moved closer and closer until Rusty bolted outside into the storm. Later, she learned the house had been built from pieces of demolished churches and century-old homes. Maybe that's why the spirits felt so… familiar. Some people are haunted by memories. Rusty's haunted by everything else. #RealGhostStory #HauntedLouisiana #ShadowPeople #TrueGhostStories #FemaleExperiencer #HauntedHouse #GhostEncounters #ParanormalPodcast #CreepyEncounters #SupernaturalEvents #PoltergeistActivity #SouthernHaunting Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Two Nicks—Nick Mullen and Nick Rochefort — join Geo Perez and Mike Figs for a hilarious and unhinged episode recorded at Skankfest New Orleans 2025!From speculating about the intricacies of the Mexican Revolution and the absurdity of controlled protests to recounting bizarre personal stories like getting food stamps as a "bit," this episode leaves no sacred cow unturned. The Nicks dive deep into cultural observations, including the differences between New Orleans (NOLA) and New York City culture, the architecture choices of celebrities, and even some wild theories about Hurricane Katrina and the infamous "Astoria Borealis" ConEd explosion. Plus, the guys share their thoughts on everything from finger tattoos and fine dining in NOLA to the terrifying potential of AI video technology. Don't miss this comedic rollercoaster!ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 11.24.25 Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!00:20 Derek's RAP Battle00:50 Derek's softball career02:07 Introducing Nick Mullen & Nick Rochefort02:40 Mexican revolution03:20 Dominican Rochefort04:05 Mexican Zohran Mamdani05:10 Mexican Jewish people07:15 The Cartels08:50 Anime Mexicans / One Piece09:25 Controlled Protests10:30 SNAP/Food Stamps12:25 Sam Hyde and Nick Rochefort getting food stamps as a bit13:25 Nick Mullen's urban hat16:05 New Orleans culture vs New York City18:20 Mayor Di Blasio was a goon19:50 Groundhogs in the news21:45 Fine dining in NOLA24:30 Hurricane Katrina theories25:05 ConEd explosion "Astoria Borealis"26:40 Finger tattoos28:00 Mullen hates Tony Hinchcliffes Austin Texas30:30 DOUG LEVINSON32:50 Celebrities build bad houses for humanity34:00 Gross looking old presidents34:35 Bubba emails37:55 AI video making is suspect40:30 AI posthumous farewells42:00 Doodoo/Voodoo Museum43:15 Wards of New Orleans45:30 Geo's NOLA stand up adventure48:00 PlugsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some people make a living building things. Others make a living making those things look good. There’s more to decoration than meets the eye. Space has a tremendous impact on how we think and feel. Sometimes it really is all about appearances, and that’s true whether you’re picking out curtains for your living room or designing an arch of balloons for a wedding. Our own spaces can tell the world a lot about who we are. Take a look at my desk for instance, and you’ll know right away I’m not someone you’d hire to design your workspace. For that, you should probably call my guest Krysten Ledet Krysten is the founder and owner of Krysten Ledet Interiors, a full-service design firm that handles renovations, new construction, spec homes, commercial spaces, and hospitality builds. She grew up in New Orleans and earned her bachelor’s in interior design from UL Lafayette before pursuing a master’s degree. She’s a certified interior designer and licensed contractor—so she’s as comfortable knocking down your walls as she is selecting your wallpaper. Krysten's design philosophy is shaped by her childhood in New Orleans and by Hurricane Katrina, which put 20 feet of water in her childhood home and left a lasting impression about what "home" really means. After stints working for commercial clients, she returned to residential design and eventually launched her own firm in 2020, partly to spend more time with her family and partly to stop commuting to Baton Rouge. Bianca Russo is the owner of Louisiana Balloons Atelier, a custom balloon and event décor studio based in Sunset. Bianca grew up in Brazil, where balloon décor is serious business—and also her family business. Her mother ran a balloon shop and passed down the craft, though Bianca initially took a very different career path, attending dental school before moving to Canada and eventually becoming a dental assistant in Las Vegas. After relocating to Louisiana, Bianca opened her own balloon studio in 2025. Louisiana Balloons Atelier offers everything from simple foil balloons to fully customized installations for weddings, birthdays, graduations, divorces, sporting events—basically anywhere cake is served, balloons follow. Out to Lunch Acadiana was recorded live over lunch at Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette. You can find photos from this show by Astor Morgan at itsacadiana.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this insightful episode of "Crafting a Meaningful Life," host Mary Crafts engages in a compelling conversation with Sandy Rosenthal, a formidable force in bringing engineering accountability for the Hurricane Katrina disaster. Sandy shares her journey from being a concerned New Orleans resident to becoming the leading voice uncovering the truth behind the failed levees. Her story is one of determination, resilience, and unwavering commitment to justice and transparency, epitomized by her organization, Levees.org, and her book, "Words Whispered in Water." The episode delves deeply into the factors that drove Sandy to challenge the misleading narratives post-Katrina and how her efforts catalyzed significant changes in federal levee design policies. Sandy discusses overcoming fears and criticisms, the importance of knowing the right questions rather than having all the answers, and the power of community and expert support in driving systemic change. Her tale is not just one of personal achievement, but an inspiring account of how one individual's advocacy can influence national policy and save lives. About the Guest: Sandy Rosenthal is an acclaimed activist, author, and founder of Levees.org. With over 40 years of residency in New Orleans, Sandy has become a pivotal figure in documenting and bringing to light the engineering failures that led to the catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Katrina. Through her relentless advocacy and detailed investigations, Sandy has successfully impacted levee policy in the U.S., prompting significant acknowledgment from federal agencies such as the Army Corps of Engineers. Key Takeaways: Levees Failures and Accountability: Sandy highlights the critical engineering errors by the Army Corps of Engineers and the resultant levee failures in New Orleans—an oversight that led to catastrophic flooding. Power of One: Rosenthal's story illustrates how one determined individual can influence both public perception and policy, emphasizing the importance of speaking up and seeking truth. Criticism as a Tool: Sandy encourages welcoming criticism as it provides valuable insights and information crucial to advancing one's cause. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA): Sandy leveraged FOIA to obtain vital information regarding levees, showcasing this as a powerful tool for any activist's arsenal. Self-Care Importance: Maintaining personal well-being is crucial during activism. Sandy emphasizes the role of self-care in sustaining long-term advocacy efforts. Resources: Sandy Rosenthal's Book: Words Whispered in Water  Website: Levees.org MaryCraftsInc Website

In this special segment from Episode #1,102 of The Clay Edwards Show on WYAB, host Clay Edwards sits down with Joseph Stodghill, owner of Martin's Downtown and Martin's Livingston, for an in-depth interview on the iconic Jackson staple.   Joseph shares the rich history of Martin's, founded in 1953 as a simple beer spot and deli before evolving into a beloved blue-plate lunch destination. He recounts how his family, originally in the tire business with Bickton Tire, entered the restaurant world when his father bought Martin's in 1997 from original owner Martin Lester—a close family friend. From its early locations near State Street to the current spot since the mid-1980s, Joseph's stories highlight the bar's transformation from a redneck mecca alongside Shooter's Supply and Big Ten Tires to a vibrant community hub.   Clay and Joseph reminisce about riding out Hurricane Katrina at Martin's, where they never lost power and served as a lifeline for locals with food, ice, and drinks amid widespread outages. They discuss the challenges of restaurant life, including consistency in dishes like fried pork chops and country-fried steak, and personal battles with addiction in the industry.   The conversation turns to resilience during tough times: Joseph's decision to reopen Martin's after 30 days of COVID shutdowns, facing police visits but standing firm to keep staff employed. He credits a pre-installed water filtration system for navigating Jackson's water crises without major disruption.   Looking forward, Joseph talks expansions at Martin's Livingston—a former church now hosting weddings, concerts, and community events like crawfish boils and mini parades. He praises the new Jackson mayor's pro-business approach, improved law enforcement collaboration, and plans for safer St. Patrick's Day parades with potential metal detectors and controlled perimeters. Exciting updates include official rodeo after-parties at Martin's Downtown both weekends.   Tune in for heartfelt tales of Jackson's past, present challenges, and bright future from a true local visionary. Support Martin's—try the fried or grilled pork chops today at either location!   Subscribe for more unfiltered talks on local business and Mississippi life. Follow @SaveJxn on Facebook, YouTube, and X. #ClayEdwardsShow #MartinsDowntownJXN #JacksonMS

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The New Orleans public school system was one of the worst school systems in the country - and that was before Hurricane Katrina destroyed the city and most of the schools. So how did New Orleans schools end up succeeding just a few years later? David Osborne joins the podcast to discuss his new documentary 'Turnaround', about how New Orleans reinvented their schools.  More info at turnarounddocumentary.com To get bonus episodes, support us at patreon.com/newliberalpodcast or https://cnliberalism.org/become-a-member Got questions? Send us a note at mailbag@cnliberalism.org. Follow us at: https://twitter.com/CNLiberalism https://cnliberalism.org/   Join a local chapter at https://cnliberalism.org/become-a-member/

Darkness Radio Presents: Haunted French Quarter Hotels with Paranormal Investigator/Author, Nicole Beauchamp! The French Quarter is the bustling center of the heart of the south known as New Orleans! And, within that center are some of the most gorgeous, and nefarious hotels in the history of that famous city! Paranormal Investigator Investigator/Author Nicole Beauchamp has compiled the intriguing, chilling, stomach churning, enlightening, and even charming haunted stories from this historic section of this beautiful city in her exciting book, "Haunted French Quarter Hotels"! On Today's show, Nicole shares personal stories of trips to New Orleans with her family, and her Father's heroic work during Hurricane Katrina.  We delve into the haunted histories of such legendary properties as the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, The Omni Royal Orleans Hotel, and the Hotel Monteleone and the haunted legends behind these famous hotels! Get your copy of "Haunted French Quarter Hotels" here:  https://bit.ly/3JVRzG0    Get to know Nicole on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/authornicolebeauchamp/ on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/authornicolebeauchamp/?hl=en Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal  #supernatural  #metaphysical  #paranormalpodcasts  #darknessradio  #timdennis #nicolebeauchamp #hauntedfrenchquarterhotels #neworleans #frenchquarter #voodoo #paranormalinvestigaton #ghosthunters #ghosts  #spirits  #spectres #hauntings #hauntedhouses #hauntedhotels #bourbonorleanshotel #stlouishotel #omniroyalorleanshotel #hotelmonteleone #slaves #slavetrade #suicide #murder #cannibalism #zackbowen #innispatterson #emilie #tarot  #ouija  #neardeatheexperience 

Darkness Radio Presents: Haunted French Quarter Hotels with Paranormal Investigator/Author, Nicole Beauchamp! The French Quarter is the bustling center of the heart of the south known as New Orleans! And, within that center are some of the most gorgeous, and nefarious hotels in the history of that famous city! Paranormal Investigator Investigator/Author Nicole Beauchamp has compiled the intriguing, chilling, stomach churning, enlightening, and even charming haunted stories from this historic section of this beautiful city in her exciting book, "Haunted French Quarter Hotels"! On Today's show, Nicole shares personal stories of trips to New Orleans with her family, and her Father's heroic work during Hurricane Katrina.  We delve into the haunted histories of such legendary properties as the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, The Omni Royal Orleans Hotel, and the Hotel Monteleone and the haunted legends behind these famous hotels! Get your copy of "Haunted French Quarter Hotels" here:  https://bit.ly/3JVRzG0    Get to know Nicole on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/authornicolebeauchamp/ on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/authornicolebeauchamp/?hl=en Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal  #supernatural  #metaphysical  #paranormalpodcasts  #darknessradio  #timdennis #nicolebeauchamp #hauntedfrenchquarterhotels #neworleans #frenchquarter #voodoo #paranormalinvestigaton #ghosthunters #ghosts  #spirits  #spectres #hauntings #hauntedhouses #hauntedhotels #bourbonorleanshotel #stlouishotel #omniroyalorleanshotel #hotelmonteleone #slaves #slavetrade #suicide #murder #cannibalism #zackbowen #innispatterson #emilie #tarot  #ouija  #neardeatheexperience 

By J. Overton Elaine Helm joins the program to reflect on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and her time as a journalist embedded with the U.S. military during their response and recovery operations in New Orleans and Houston. Elaine Helm is a communications professional and former journalist who lives and works in the Seattle … Continue reading Sea Control 587: 20 Years After the Military Response to Hurricane Katrina →

Mike Hoss interviewed Doug Thornton, the president of North American Venues, which manages the Superdome. Thornton remembered former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue's role in reopening the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

Mike Hoss hosted the weekly "Saints Hour" with Saints & Pelicans owner Gayle Benson, legendary former Saints LB Pat Swilling, and Doug Thornton, the president of North American Venues, which manages the Superdome. Benson discussed the passing of former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, the Saints' bye week, and her trip to France with LB Demario Davis. Swilling celebrated DE Cam Jordan's legendary career and explained what he misses most about his playing days. Thornton emphasized Tagliabue's role in reopening the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

Mike Hoss interviewed Doug Thornton, the president of North American Venues, which manages the Superdome. Thornton remembered former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue's role in reopening the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

Mike Hoss hosted the weekly "Saints Hour" with Saints & Pelicans owner Gayle Benson, legendary former Saints LB Pat Swilling, and Doug Thornton, the president of North American Venues, which manages the Superdome. Benson discussed the passing of former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, the Saints' bye week, and her trip to France with LB Demario Davis. Swilling celebrated DE Cam Jordan's legendary career and explained what he misses most about his playing days. Thornton emphasized Tagliabue's role in reopening the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

In this episode, Roy Jones sits down with Jordan Smith, Executive Chief Development Officer at Tree of Life Ministries in Purcellville, Virginia. Jordan shares how a moment of compassion in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina inspired his family to launch a ministry that now partners with more than 40 churches and serves thousands each year. Together, Roy and Jordan explore what it means to lead with humility across generations—how younger leaders can introduce innovation while honoring the wisdom of those who came before them. From implementing new technology to building bridges between Boomers and Millennials, Jordan offers powerful insights on faith-driven leadership, generational teamwork, and keeping Christ at the center of every mission.

On this episode of Upstate Golf Guys, we took a break from the golf talk and headed down south to the Big Easy. Upstate Ant sat down with his former doorman from the iconic Hotel Monteleone —Also known as music artist “TheRealTMilli” — to dive deep into the food, lifestyle, and music that make New Orleans one of a kind. They swapped stories about the best local spots to eat, the soul and sound of the city, and the resilience of NOLA in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. This episode is packed with heart, history, and rhythm — a true taste of New Orleans.

In this episode of the Disaster Tough Podcast, host John Scardena sits down with Dr. Chris Ellis, a military veteran, scholar, and author of  Resilient Citizens: The People, Perils, and Politics of Modern Preparedness. Together, they explore the evolution of what it means to be a resilient citizen—someone capable of surviving and thriving during crisis through community, faith, and proactive readiness. From Iraq deployments and disaster nation-building to the academic study of resilience and preparedness, Dr. Ellis shares how his journey through war zones, research, and leadership shaped his mission to help others build lasting readiness.Scardena and Ellis dive into global and cultural lessons from history's most significant disasters—from Mount St. Helens and Hurricane Katrina to Japan's tsunami response and European recovery models—and how those events reveal the interconnectedness of preparedness, culture, and resilience. They discuss Ellis's SPIES framework—Social, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Spiritual—and how these five dimensions strengthen individuals and communities before disaster strikes.The conversation challenges stereotypes of “preppers,” shifting focus toward collaboration, compassion, and civic responsibility. Ellis explains why preparedness is not about fear, but about agency—taking control of your capacity to act and support others. From faith-based readiness to community-driven resilience, this episode is packed with insights for emergency managers, policymakers, and anyone striving to build a stronger, more self-reliant society.Whether you're leading disaster response, training in emergency management, or simply looking to protect your family and neighbors, this episode reminds us that true preparedness isn't about isolation—it's about connection, purpose, and service.You can find Dr. Ellis book here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Resilient-Citizens-People-Politics-Preparedness/dp/163763448XSEO Keywords: John Scardena | Disaster Tough Podcast | Chris Ellis | The People Perils and Politics of Modern Preparedness | Resilient Citizen | Emergency Management | Preparedness | Resilience | Military Leadership | Nation Building | Community Readiness | Emergency Response | Humanitarian Aid | Disaster Leadership | Crisis Management | Faith and Resilience | SPIES Framework | FEMA | Mount St. Helens | Hurricane Katrina | Japan Earthquake | Resilient Communities | Public Safety | Homeland Security | The Readiness Lab | Doberman Emergency Management

Sandy Rosenthal was an ordinary citizen who became an extraordinary activist following Hurricane Katrina. After uncovering that defective flood walls built by the Army Corps of Engineers caused the disaster, Sandy founded the nonprofit levees.org and rallied over 25,000 supporters for safer infrastructure. Her book, 'Whispered in Water,' and her podcast, 'Beat The Big Guys,' continue to inspire change and empower listeners to take on powerful institutions and make a difference in their communities. Sandy shares her journey from a part-time copywriter to a relentless advocate for truth and accountability, highlighting the power of community mobilization and persistence.    What You Will Hear in This Episode   00:21 Meet Sandy Rosenthal: Uncovering a Scandal 02:08 The Day the Levees Broke 04:41 Life After the Disaster 09:51 Fighting Back: Founding Levees.org 12:33 Facing Harassment and Legal Battles 17:35 The Aftermath and Lessons Learned 21:22 Mobilizing Communities and Partnerships 33:03 Conclusion and Call to Action   Quotes " I'm gonna point out first that two thirds of the nation's population lives by levies and probably don't know it. " " You do have to ask the questions, and if you stop asking, and if it appears that you're not paying attention, that's when bad things can happen,  and that's when, I don't wanna call 'em the bad guys, but that's when the big guys win, when you stop paying attention." " It didn't take me long to realize that the big guys, like the Army Corps of Engineers are really just like bullies in the fourth grade playground. They're, they're big, but they're not smarter. They, they they, and, and the, they're elegant because they're big. And, and you know what happens when you're big and you're arrogant, you make big mistakes." " When that criticism comes, you need to look at it like free advice, free advice. What they're doing is they're finding problems with what you're doing and, and some of their points may actually be correct. They've actually helped you, even though they didn't mean to."   Mentioned SandyRosenthal.net Levees.org   eConnect with Bonnie Substack Newsletter: Own Your Ambition Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup   Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon:    If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review  

We are delighted to welcome Sue Weishar, a lifelong immigrant advocate who lives in New Orleans, LA. She is the former director of Immigration and Refugee Services at Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of New Orleans and a former policy and research fellow with Jesuit Social Research Institute (JSRI) at Loyola University New Orleans. Currently, she is the chair of the social justice committee at her local parish, St. Anthony of Padua. Sue talks about the positive impact of immigrants in the city of New Orleans, especially in the recovery efforts after Hurricane Katrina. She shares stories of the way her parish and community have been impacted by increased immigrant enforcement, including the separation of families.Brian and Joe also share stories of families who are separated as a result of immigration policy. Joe shares the story of Amanda, a teenage girl at a shelter in Reynosa, who he connected with over a mutual interest in the writings of JRR Tolkien (although we will let you guess which one is the bigger fan!). Amanda was with her dad and siblings in Mexico, while her mom lives in Texas: a family separated, trying to decide how to reunite. Brian shares the story of Javier, who was picked up by ICE and deported after living two decades in the U.S., leaving behind his wife and kids. Brian was impressed to hear him look for the bright side of his difficult situation. Immigrant Workers' Critical Role in Rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina and Present Realities

After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005, many wondered: Is a city below sea level worth rebuilding? Answers to that question came in the form of music and dance collaboration, featuring the company Bodytraffic and The Preservation Hall Band. Now, on the 20th anniversary of Katrina, the New Orleans Ballet Association is reviving the performance “Why New Orleans Matters.” We hear from NOBA executive director Jenny Hamilton and choreographer Trey McIntyre for more. Today, November 11th, is Veterans Day, a time to honor those who have served our country in times of armed conflict. And many Louisiana servicemen held a rather peculiar role during World War II. While many French-speaking Cajuns were outcasts as children, their bilingual abilities gave them a powerful tool during World War II. They translated documents, deciphered messages and spoke directly to French-speaking Europeans.Jason Theriot is the author of the three-volume book, “To Honor Our Veterans: An Oral History of World War II Veterans From the Bayou Country.” Last year, he began The Frenchie Podcast, a series that dives into the individual contributions of these service members. He spoke to WRKF's Adam Vos for more. __Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In 11/08/25. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. This weekly broadcast examines current events from across the globe to learn what's happening in all areas of people activity. We cultivate Counter-Racist Media Literacy by scrutinizing journalists' word choices and using logic to deconstruct what is reported as "news." We'll use these sessions to hone our use of terms as tools to reveal truth, neutralize Racists/White people. #ANTIBLACKNESS In south Milwaukee County, a memorial was erected at the beach park where some of Sade C. Robinson's remains were discovered. Earlier this year, there was ferocious and Racist opposition to having this memorial in Cudahy - a Racially Restricted Region with a substantially smaller population of black people than the neighboring city of Milwaukee. The so-called government shutdown lurches into it's second month. A judge ordered Pres. Trump to fully fund SNAP benefits to feed millions of US citizens. The president appealed. The FAA began canceling flights to compensate for the lack of air traffic controllers. This is an ominous signal of what could happen as the "holiday" seasons intensifies. We'll also recognize the passing of the former Vice President Dick Cheney and professional football player Marshawn Kneeland. Cheney was a part of the fraudulent war in Iraq and the pathetic response to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Kneeland is a 24-year-old privileged black male who reportedly took his own life after his attempted family reported concerns about his mental health. #EndStageWhiteSupremacy INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943#

Die Küste des US-Bundesstaates Louisiana geht unter. Damit verschwindet ein natürlicher Schutz vor den verheerenden Hurricanes. Manche wollen den Mississippi entfesseln, damit er mit seinen Sedimenten das Meer zurückdrängt. Andere sehen dadurch ihre Lebensgrundlage bedroht. Für Louisiana steht viel auf dem Spiel, etwa eine natürliche Barriere, die auch die Stadt New Orleans vor den verheerenden Hurricanes schützen soll. Vor 20 Jahren fegte Hurricane Katrina über die Gegend und hinterliess grosse Zerstörung. In der Folge gründete der Bundesstaat eine Küstenschutzbehörde, die sich dem Meer entgegenstemmt. Der Mississippi hätte dafür ein wichtiges Instrument sein sollen: Massenhaft sollten mit «Diversionen» Flusswasser und Sedimente in die Feuchtgebiete geleitet werden, um sie zu nähren – und um neues Land zu bilden. Am «Nepunte Pass», an einem natürlichen Seitenarm des Mississippi, sieht der Wissenschaftler Alex Kolker Beweise dafür, wie der mächtige Fluss Land bildet – wenn man ihn lässt. Doch Fischer kämpften gegen die Sedimentumleitung, weil sie wegen des Süsswassers um ihre Austern und Shrimps fürchteten. Der Gouverneur von Louisiana stellte sich auf ihre Seite und stoppe zwei Diversionen. Damit fehlen zentrale Projekte im Kampf gegen den Landverlust. Die Zukunft von Louisianas Küste ist ungewiss.

Im Flussdelta des Mississippi geht das Land im Meer unter. Damit geht ein natürlicher Schutz verloren für die Region, die 2005 schwer von Hurricane-Katrina getroffen worden ist. USA-Korrespondent Andrea Christen war in der Gegend, wo ihm nicht immer klar war, wo das Land endet und das Meer beginnt.

The country recently marked 20 years since the heartbreak of Hurricane Katrina. Back then,…

East Baton Rouge is facing a major budget shortfall. Parish officials need to find an extra $21 million, and one way they hope to save money is by getting more public service retirees to switch to government-funded health care. Report for America corps member Alex Cox has the story.Last weekend, the Governor's Mansion in Baton Rouge hosted a screening of “Ancestral Artistry: The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture.” The film explores centuries of craftsmanship, culture and resilience passed down through generations of diverse communities who contributed to the state's architectural landscape The film's co-directors Charles E. Richard and Conni Castille join us for more.A community beautification project born in the years after Hurricane Katrina is celebrating a milestone. The Utility Box Art Project from the non-profit, Community Visions Unlimited, is turning 15. For over a decade the painted and decorated boxes have added a dash of color in New Orleans and surrounding cities.Vice president of Community Visions Unlimited Jeannie Tidy joins us with more.Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Die Küste des US-Bundesstaates Louisiana geht unter. Damit verschwindet ein natürlicher Schutz vor den verheerenden Hurricanes. Manche wollen den Mississippi entfesseln, damit er mit seinen Sedimenten das Meer zurückdrängt. Andere sehen dadurch ihre Lebensgrundlage bedroht. Für Louisiana steht viel auf dem Spiel, etwa eine natürliche Barriere, die auch die Stadt New Orleans vor den verheerenden Hurricanes schützen soll. Vor 20 Jahren fegte Hurricane Katrina über die Gegend und hinterliess grosse Zerstörung. In der Folge gründete der Bundesstaat eine Küstenschutzbehörde, die sich dem Meer entgegenstemmt. Der Mississippi hätte dafür ein wichtiges Instrument sein sollen: Massenhaft sollten mit «Diversionen» Flusswasser und Sedimente in die Feuchtgebiete geleitet werden, um sie zu nähren – und um neues Land zu bilden. Am «Nepunte Pass», an einem natürlichen Seitenarm des Mississippi, sieht der Wissenschaftler Alex Kolker Beweise dafür, wie der mächtige Fluss Land bildet – wenn man ihn lässt. Doch Fischer kämpften gegen die Sedimentumleitung, weil sie wegen des Süsswassers um ihre Austern und Shrimps fürchteten. Der Gouverneur von Louisiana stellte sich auf ihre Seite und stoppe zwei Diversionen. Damit fehlen zentrale Projekte im Kampf gegen den Landverlust. Die Zukunft von Louisianas Küste ist ungewiss.

“The Mississippi River will always have its own way; no engineering skill can persuade it to do otherwise,” said Mark Twain. In this, our final episode marking the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we consider how efforts to control the Mighty Mississippi – a river engineered from its Minnesota headwaters to its Gulf Coast outlet – have responded to the devastating storm, and how New Orleans' relationship to the river has changed. Can the city keep up with the pressure that climate change is putting on this engineered system, or is retreat the only viable response? Plus, a wetland recovery project that aims to bolster protection from hurricanes and flooding in the Lower Ninth Ward. Guests: Boyce Upholt – Journalist and author of “The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi River”  Nathaniel Rich – Author of “Second Nature: Scenes From a World Remade” and the New York Times Op-Ed, “New Orleans' Striking Advantage in the Age of Climate Change”  Harriet Swift – New Orleans resident Andrew Horowitz – Historian, University of Connecticut, author of "Katrina: A History, 1915-2015" Rashida Ferdinand – Founder and Executive Director of Sankofa Community Development Corporation, overseeing the Sankofa Wetland Park and Nature Trail in New Orleans Jason Day – Biologist, wetland Scientist, Comite Resources in Louisiana Descripción en español Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turning Chaos Into Clarity Daryl shares how his volunteer search and rescue work during a devastating tornado in Alberta shaped his philosophy on leadership. What he witnessed in those chaotic moments pushed him to create systems for handling emergencies—not just in public safety, but also inside corporate boardrooms. Michael recalls his own experience with Hurricane Andrew in Florida, highlighting how disasters force us to rethink routines, resilience, and the way we lead through disruption. Productivity Meets Humanity Too often, workplaces focus on efficiency while stripping away connection. Michael and Daryl unpack why this doesn't work. Daryl draws from his coaching experience to show how empathy and vulnerability make leaders more effective, while Michael connects it back to employee well-being, stress management, and retention. Together, they stress that leadership is most powerful when it balances results with human connection. Transforming Toxicity Into Trust Michael shares his story of stepping into a healthcare organization with an 86% turnover rate. Within a year, by listening, implementing overdue changes, and fostering collaboration, turnover dropped to 6%. The lesson? Empathy and support aren't “soft skills”—they're leadership essentials. Just like a great coach who believes in their team, leaders can rebuild broken cultures by showing they care. Fundamentals Don't Change, Scale Does Daryl reminds us that whether you're leading 10 people or 10,000, the core challenges stay the same. Leadership is about people—and people are complex. His “order to chaos” framework emphasizes self-mastery, productivity, and intentional leadership. He explains how influence works like concentric circles: the larger the organization, the more intentional leaders must be with communication and culture. Adaptability Creates Team Success Great leaders flex. Daryl underscores the importance of listening and adjusting when introducing new systems. Michael reinforces this point with his healthcare experience—leaders who adapt to different personalities and communication styles build trust and reduce turnover. The message is clear: adaptability and intentionality are non-negotiable in leadership today. Collaboration for Better Decisions Michael highlights why leaders must include frontline voices when rolling out new tools or strategies, or risk creating disconnects. Daryl introduces his practical “1-3-1” tactic: identify the problem, offer three options, and present one recommendation. This simple structure accelerates decision-making and keeps teams aligned. The 1-3-1 Framework in Action Daryl breaks down how the 1-3-1 framework reduces cognitive overload for leaders while strengthening accountability. Though it feels clunky at first, it quickly becomes second nature. He even shares his Executive Assistant playbook and resources for leaders ready to try it—just DM him the word "TeamMichael” on LinkedIn or Instagram to get started. Resources and Balance The episode closes with resource-sharing and gratitude. Michael and Daryl encourage leaders to take advantage of these tools and remind listeners that leadership isn't about doing it all alone. Balance, intentionality, and shared wisdom are what truly move organizations forward.  

Conway hopes and prays tonight's Dodgers game doesn't go for 18 innings, like last night's epic battle against Toronto. We're keeping an eye on Hurricane Melissa as it barrels through Jamaica on its way to Cuba. It's predicted to be bigger than 2005's Hurricane Katrina. Yesterday's suspect in the killing of a San Bernardino police officer, followed by a police pursuit on the 210 Freeway, has been identified as Angelo Jose Saldivar. There's a weather warning for the Santa Ana winds, with hot weather causing fire danger, and wind gusts predicted up to 45 miles per hour. 

Comics journalist Josh Neufeld joins the show to talk about the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and the legacy of his fantastic graphic reporting of the lives upended by that catastrophe, A.D.: New Orleans After the Deluge (Pantheon). We talk about his new 'zine followup, Beyond A.D., how the storm inspired him to become an emergency response volunteer and what he learned when he was stationed in Biloxi, what it was like to learn journalism and reporting on the fly and integrate those with his comics storytelling skills, and why his goal with A.D. was to make a people's history. We get into how he viewed the anniversary, whether he's gone back to New Orleans since reporting on it, and how he stayed connected with his subjects after the project and what it was like putting the anniversary 'zine together. We also discuss his comics upbringing, what it was like drawing for Harvey Pekar after years of American Splendor fandom, how constraints can lead to greater creativity, how neither of us have the lying gene necessary for fiction, his interest in graphic medicine and how that shapes his recent comics, the difference between journalism and nonfiction, a couple of my Small Press Expo anecdotes, how Michael Jordan's minor league baseball experience helps explain why comics people (usually) treat newbies well, and more. Follow Josh on Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram • More info at our site • Support The Virtual Memories Show via Stripe, Patreon, or Paypal, and subscribe to our e-newsletter

‪@YFDPodcast‬ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast   Bob Deeds is a retired K9 search and rescue specialist with FEMA and Texas Task Force One, known for his work with his dog Kinsey at Ground Zero. He and his wife, Karen Deeds, are active in K9 training, specializing in scentwork, disaster response, and behavior modification. They co-own Canine Connection LLC, a dog training and behavior consulting business that helps place dogs in homes and presents seminars on K9 topics.   Key Aspects of Bob Deeds' Work: Search and Rescue (SAR): Bob Deeds is an experienced search and rescue trainer and handler, having deployed his dog Kinsey to disaster sites like 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.  Scentwork: He teaches workshops on scentwork, focusing on foundations, communication, and competition aspects.  K9 Behavior & Training: He believes in stress-free training methods that build a strong handler-dog bond and provides workshops on dog behavior and training.  Texas Task Force One: He served as a K9 specialist with Texas Task Force One, a state urban search and rescue team.  Canine Connection LLC: He and his wife Karen run Canine Connection LLC, which provides K9 behavior evaluations and helps rescue organizations.  Public Education: He and Karen conduct seminars and present on various K9 topics, and they are instructors for Dog Scouts of America.  Geocaching Geo-Sniffing   Time Stamps -  0:00 Introduction 0:30 Video tape your training sessions 11:30 Know your dog 11:46 Advantages of GeoScenting 31:00 How to get started 35:30 What is GeoCaching 41:35 Sniff Spot   Stay in the Loop with the Your Family Dog Podcast Mailing Address: Tina M. Spring, 115 Pointers Ridge Drive, Athens, GA 30606-1490   YFDPod Merch TBA    The Your Family Dog Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-family-dog-podcast/id1163178672 Spotify Podcasts:   Your Family Dog Podcast ON SOCIAL  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilydogpodcast/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/YourFamilyDogPodcast/   The Your Family Dog Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content provided on this podcast does not constitute professional veterinary, behavioral, or training advice. Always consult with a licensed veterinarian, a positive reinforcement-based professional dog trainer, or a qualified pet professional before making any decisions regarding your pet's health, behavior, or training. While we strive to share accurate and helpful information, every dog is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. The hosts and guests of The Your Family Dog Podcast disclaim all liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listener discretion is advised when implementing any suggestions discussed. This podcast may feature guests with their own views, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of the podcast hosts. ©2016-2025 Your Family Dog Podcast LLC

People swept away by Hurricane Katrina, lone travelers who disappeared, and kids who never came home. Where are all of these missing people, and are their unidentified remains sitting in universities and law enforcement offices around the country? America’s Crime Lab is a true crime podcast about how science solves cold cases, missing persons, and other unsolved cases. Hosted by journalist and clinical psychologist Elin Lantz Lesser, and powered by Othram’s forensic DNA lab, the show connects the science to the story, revealing what really happens in the lab and why it matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Skip the Foreplay at 11:00 (this is a rough guesstimation due to ad placement by AI, and not human beings)   In the heart of New Orleans French Quarter unfolded one of the city's darkest true crime stories. Addie Hall and Zack Bowen were the picture of a wild, free-spirited couple, dancing their way through post Hurricane Katrina chaos and Bourbon Street nightlife. But behind the charm and bohemian love story brewed something deeply sinister. In a place where music, magic, and French quarter madness blend into one. Join Melissa as she gives Daniel an inside look into a case so riveting it took two parts to tell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Grab a beer and join us tonight as we cover the story of Zack Bowen and Addie Hall! We'll start with how they met in the French Quarter in the chaos after Hurricane Katrina and became small media figures for staying behind when everyone else fled. Then we'll dig into how their lives unraveled over the next year. The drinking, the fights, the PTSD, and the growing hostility behind closed doors. Finally, we'll break down the events of October 2006, when Zack killed Addie, left a detailed confession, and ended his own life days later. https://www.necronomipod.com https://www.patreon.com/necronomipod Sponsored by BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/necro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've probably heard of PTSD, post-traumatic stress disorder. But what about its counterpart, post-traumatic growth?The term was coined in the 90s to describe the positive psychological growth that researchers documented in people who had been through traumatic or highly stressful life events. Psychologists and sociologists conducting long-range studies on survivors of Hurricane Katrina – which hit 20 years ago and remains one of the most devastating natural disasters to hit the US – are continuing to learn more about it. So how do you measure post-traumatic growth? Can it co-exist with PTSD? NPR mental health correspondent Rhitu Chatterjee explains what scientists have found so far … and how it could help shape disaster relief efforts in the future.Interested in more psychology and social science stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy