In this episode of Weather Geeks, Jen Carfagno interviews Amber Sullins about the unique weather challenges in the Southwest, focusing on dust storms and the development of the Phoenix Dust Scale to improve communication and safety.
Aug 5
34 min
In this episode, Dr. Michael Brennan, Director of the National Hurricane Center, shares insights on hurricane prediction, impacts, and the future of forecasting technology. We explore how seasonal forecasts are made, the importance of impact-based messaging, and the evolving role of AI in meteorology.
Jul 29
37 min
In this episode of Weather Geeks, Dr. Marshall Shepherd interviews Dr. Mike Farrar, a leading expert in meteorology, about the evolution of weather forecasting, technological advancements, and the future of the weather enterprise. They discuss the role of AI, cloud computing, and public trust in shaping modern meteorology.
Jul 22
35 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Francis discusses Arctic amplification, its impact on jet stream patterns, and how climate change influences extreme weather events across the globe, including heat waves and cold outbreaks.
Jul 15
37 min
This episode explores how large-scale modeling and new severity scales are transforming our understanding of hurricane risk. Jennifer Collins and Nadia Bloemendaal discuss innovative tools like the storm model and the tropical cyclone severity scale, highlighting their potential to improve risk communication and preparedness.
Jul 8
39 min
Explore how sound can be used as a tool to restore and protect coral reefs. Dr. Aaron Mooney discusses the science behind reef acoustics, the impact of environmental changes, and innovative methods to aid reef recovery.
Jul 1
43 min
Join us as we explore the evolving role of meteorologists in the digital age with Brad Panovich, a trusted weather expert. Discover insights on weather communication, social media engagement, credentialing, and the impact of AI on meteorology.
Jun 24
38 min
Join us as we explore the evolution of climate science reporting with Seth Borenstein, a veteran science journalist. Discover how media coverage has changed, the importance of credible sources, and the future of science journalism in the digital age.
Jun 17
40 min
In this comprehensive interview, Ken Graham, Director of the National Weather Service, discusses the agency's modernization efforts, staffing challenges, advancements in forecasting technology, and future plans including AI integration and radar upgrades. Gain insights into how the NWS is evolving to better serve public safety and adapt to climate challenges.
Jun 10
30 min
In this episode, Dr. Marshall Shepherd explores weather safety at large events with Adam Fouche, Interim Associate Vice President at UGA. Topics include weather risk management, lightning protocols, storm chasing, and the role of technology in weather safety.
Jun 3
36 min
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