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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Join Jen Carfagno as she interviews storm chaser Jordan Hall, exploring his journey from childhood fascination to professional storm chasing. Discover insights into storm chasing techniques, safety, social media influence, and international weather adventures.

Guest: Dr. Michael Pritchard, Director of Climate Simulation ResearchWhen we think about climate models, we often picture supercomputers humming away in government labs or university basements. But increasingly, some of the most powerful tools shaping the future of climate science are coming from an unexpected place — Silicon Valley. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Michael Pritchard, Director of Climate Simulation Research at NVIDIA. Yes, that NVIDIA — the company known for powering gaming, AI, and some of the world’s fastest computing systems. But behind the scenes, NVIDIA is helping drive a revolution in climate and Earth system modeling, using advanced GPUs and machine learning to build faster, higher-resolution simulations of our planet. In this episode, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping climate science, what it takes to simulate Earth in unprecedented detail, and why the future of forecasting may depend as much on silicon as it does on physics.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI in Weather and Climate Modeling03:21 Understanding NVIDIA's Role in Climate Simulation05:34 The Motivation Behind Earth Simulation07:40 AI vs Traditional Weather Modeling Techniques11:10 Addressing Concerns About AI in Weather Forecasting13:49 Break 114:19 The Earth 2 Project and Its Implications18:37 Open Source Weather Models and Their Importance23:33 Exploring GPUs and Their Role in AI24:51 Stormscope: A New Era in Nowcasting28:55 AI and Machine Learning in Mesoscale Forecasting31:48 Break 232:15 Ensuring Ethical AI in Weather Forecasting35:31 The Future of AI in Climate Modeling See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Weather Geeks Podcast, Dr. Marshall Shepherd interviews Alison Begalman, co-founder of the Hollywood Climate Summit. They discuss the intersection of climate action and storytelling in Hollywood, exploring how the entertainment industry can play a pivotal role in addressing the climate crisis. Begalman shares insights on the challenges of climate storytelling, the importance of climate-informed narratives, and the impact of social media in shaping climate activism. The conversation also touches on the future of the Hollywood Climate Summit and the need for broader engagement across various sectors.