Why should saving lives always be the top priority? Sabina interviews Dr. Yu Xiao, an Urban Studies and Planning professor, about how businesses are affected by disasters. There are parallels with what’s currently happening during the COVID-19 pandemic and the different challenges small and large businesses face.
Technical Level: 3/5
Fear Factor: 1/5

Ep. 07: Local Economics of Disasters, Part II (Yu Xiao)

In times of disasters it's important to focus on facts, not fear. Join host Sabina Roan for conversations with first responders, scientists, disaster survivors, and many others to piece together the puzzles of disasters, emergency management, and resiliency. A multilingual podcast based in Portland, OR, and centered on earthquake risk in the Cascadia region. Visit seismicairwaves.com.