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Weather Heroes

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Weather Heroes explores the world of planning for and responding to disasters. We visit with key weather players from a wide range of backgrounds and industries and look at how they do their jobs before and after extreme weather strikes. The cost of weather disasters can have a significant impact on the economy, environment, and people’s lives. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in 2023 there were 28 weather disasters that caused at least $92.9 billion do ...
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In the first of our Katrina Chronicles series, we have the privilege of speaking with EG Warren, a veteran insurance agent boasting over fifty years of invaluable experience. EG reflects on his early days in the insurance industry on the Mississippi coast and candidly shares the personal and professional hurdles he encountered in the aftermath of H…
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Welcome to the introduction to Season Two of the Weather Heroes podcast. We’re starting a little late, but we are also starting off with a bang! This season we begin focusing on Hurricane Katrina, while still on the lookout for Weather Heroes, no matter where they might be. This August marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina—a storm of unpa…
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A conversation between our hosts, Katrina and Jefferson, and guests, Roger Fishman and Ken Carlson, about experiencing the recent devastating Los Angeles wildfires. It is difficult to find the words to describe the unimaginable devastation affecting so many and beyond heartbreaking to see all of the different communities affected by the many wildfi…
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Insurance policies help manage the costs of damage. This can be from severe weather events, wildfires, earthquakes, lightning strikes, and so many other perils. Still, there are situations where insurance may not cover a loss or only part of it. Consider: Deductibles: A portion of the loss is paid by the policyholder. Underinsured losses: Losses wh…
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Chris Lautenslager's story is one of transformation, resilience, and purpose. From growing up in a small business household to navigating the high-stakes world of Wall Street, Chris has worn many hats. But his real calling emerged not from corporate success, but from a passion to uplift small business owners—the unsung heroes of our communities. Ch…
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It’s unimaginable, but each year about 45 million children worldwide suffer from severe malnutrition — that’s nearly one in three children under the age of five. Thankfully, there is hope! We’re thrilled to introduce our guest, Navyn Salem, founder and CEO of Edesia. Edesia, a Rhode Island-based nonprofit, is on a mission to tackle this global cris…
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Weather Heroes explores the world of planning for and responding to disasters. We visit with key weather players from a wide range of backgrounds and today, we have the pleasure of meeting Raya Maday, a dedicated meteorologist and a key figure in organizing emergency responses to natural disasters. Growing up in Florida, Raya’s fascination with wea…
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Did you know that women are the fastest-growing population in prison? Ever wondered why? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into this critical issue and more with Martha Ackerman and Stephanie Segel, the founders of Create: New Beginnings. This transformative program harnesses the power of artistic expression to help incarcerated women confr…
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Every day, businesses and organizations face the potential for reputational damage. Severe weather events and other catastrophes can create a sudden onslaught of challenges that can significantly increase the likelihood of something going wrong. In addition to a disaster plan, potential threats to a business’s reputation and brand should be include…
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Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Jamie Rhome. He’s the Deputy Director of the National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami. Jamie plays a crucial role in developing long-term strategies as well as coordinating the organization’s planning and day-to-day operations. The NHC, a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (N…
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In this episode, we delve into the high-stakes world of emergency management with Anna McRay. As the Assistant Director of Emergency Management for New Hanover County, Anna shoulders the responsibility of safeguarding lives and property during crises. Located in North Carolina, New Hanover’s coastal territory presents many challenges - experiencing…
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Hurricanes, heavy storms, tornadoes, floods, and similar disasters can lead to problems with a variety of insects and other creepy crawlies. With two broods of cicadas emerging and bugs in the news we talk with Paul Bello -entomologist extraordinaire. Paul has been battling bugs and creepy crawlies for decades. As the rains and flood waters abate, …
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Samaritan’s Purse is an international, nondenominational, evangelical Christian disaster relief organization. Founded in 1970, it provides aid to people in need across the globe. Following the example of the Good Samaritan as found in the Bible, the organization provides assistance in crisis areas throughout the world. After a disaster they help wi…
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It’s Dad Season so I wrangled two of my favorite dads, Ken Carlson and Jefferson Denim, with a combined experience of over 58 years of fatherhood to candidly share their own wins, losses, tips, tricks and insights. I know that everyone has unique experiences around this topic - some dads are great, some are toxic, and then there’s everything in bet…
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As we enter the 2024 hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) predicts an above-average year for named storms—somewhere between 17 and 25. Effective planning is crucial for successful disaster response, especially considering the likelihood of a named storm hitting the US coastline this year. One key partner in this process is the Fede…
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I've been on a bit of a hiatus camping out, communing with nature. There was a lot of rain and mud involved! The good news is I did catch (and release) a couple of speckled king snakes! I try to get episodes out roughly every two weeks, so I’m a little behind… but, no need to fear, there are several exciting episodes coming up in the next few weeks…
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Discover the secrets to sales as Greg DeKalb and Alan Stern share insights and wisdom on The Science of Business Development Podcast. With a background spanning from selling cars to owning a DJ company, Alan's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and adaptability in the ever-changing landscape of business. As Greg guides the conversa…
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If you or anyone you love needs a pick-me-up or has ever experienced a mental health challenge, then this podcast is for you. In highlighting Mental Health Awareness Month, our guests Brenda Sarai Zuniga and Elizabeth Stephens from NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness) share their expertise and lived experiences to give us helpful tools to…
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The episode starts with the trailer of the exciting 1996 film “Twister,” featuring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton. It sets the stage for our interview today with Mark Fox. As the Meteorologist-in-Charge at the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Norman, Oklahoma—a notorious tornado hot-spot – Mark’s mission is the preservation of lives and prop…
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We can’t wait for you to meet our guest, Jake “Body by Jake®” Steinfeld, a guiding light for health & wellness in lifestyle, sports, and entertainment for over four decades. Fueled by his "Don't Quit" mindset, Jake will motivate you, inspire you and have you laughing throughout our entire conversation. Jake has trained a myriad of well-known client…
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Each type of disaster presents unique challenges and in these critical moments, logistics plays a pivotal role. Today we talk with Angela Ruth Corbett. She has extensive experience in disaster response logistics and can shed light on the many challenges involved in setting up and supplying disaster sites. She is widely recognized as a leader and in…
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Did you know that the National Weather Service has a SWAT Team? Well, not quite SWAT, but pretty close! Today we talk with Robert Rickey who is an IMET – an Incident Meteorologist. They are a group of about 100 forecasters who go to where the danger is, in harm’s way. They primarily get deployed to wildfire events, but have worked at floods, hurric…
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There have been many hurricanes before, but not like Andrew. It changed many things, not just for Miami, but across the US: how everyone prepares for hurricanes, building codes, insurance practices, mitigation efforts, the list is long. Andrew also ignited my passion for the excitement and reward of giving back to the community in times of disaster…
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The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, water, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas. They play an indispensable role in the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy by empowering us to prepare for and respond effectively to adverse …
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Buckle up, this episode is wild! Our guest on this adventure is Ryan Boyette, a regular guy from Florida who was inspired to move to a war-torn region of Sudan during a mass genocide. He's being bombed, he's living through atrocities and instead of running back to America, he goes…I'm not going anywhere. This is my home. This is where I’m meant to …
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In 1983, the DynaTAC 8000X cellular telephone, affectionately known as “the brick,” entered the market. Those of us of a certain age, certainly remember it! Since then, cell phones have seamlessly woven themselves into our daily lives. These pocket-sized devices grant us access to seemingly endless information and provide countless ways to communic…
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Welcome to Weather Heroes. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) since 1980, the U.S. has sustained over two and a half trillion dollars in weather related damage. The cost of weather disasters can have a significant impact on the economy, environment, and people’s lives. Weather Heroes explores the world of planni…
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After Hurricane Andrew made landfall in 1992, plywood prices rose 45% and prices for Southern pine framing lumber increased 17%. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the wood products markets reacted strongly. Panic buying of lumber and structural panels went on for weeks. Lumber and plywood costs increased an average of 30% the four weeks aft…
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With all the division we see in the world, is coexistence even possible? A recent article in Psychology Today on this topic pointed out how we are constantly reminded of our differences, but in reality we are all very much the same. We all want love, we all want purpose, we all want the best for our children, etc... But the #1 thing we have in comm…
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We’re beyond excited to share this exclusive and candid interview with the ultimate girl boss of the ultimate girl brand, Lisa McKnight, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer at Mattel. Recently, Forbes recognized Lisa McKnight as one of the top brand marketers in the world for 2023 and after listening to this podcast, you’ll know why! W…
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Our guest is The Right Honourable Kim Campbell, former Prime Minister of Canada. Kim is a powerhouse whose life has been a life of firsts: from the age of 16 when she became the first female student body president at Prince of Wales Secondary School, to the first female president for her freshman class at University of British Columbia, to holding …
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Our guest for this episode is Nikki Mark, founder of the TM23 Foundation and Tommy’s Field. Nikki’s son, Tommy, died unexpectedly in his sleep at the age of 12. Her story and this conversation is about processing grief and loss - and, ultimately, discovering ways to heal. Her principles not only apply to the loss of a loved one, but also help anyon…
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Hey Crazy Amazing Humans! As you know, one of our biggest goals is to always provide helpful and practical information for your life. With that in mind, here are some startling facts: -Kidney disease is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. -Kidney disease is known as a “silent killer” and it is very hard to detect until it is almost too late…
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In a recent episode of The Science of Business Development, Stephanie Welter, from Keller Williams Success Real, interviews Rebekah Carlson from Carlson Integrated. Carlson's firm specializes in marketing and is also a commercial real estate brokerage. Welter is curious about the structure of Carlson's business and asks how she ended up combining b…
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Being musicians, Crazy Amazing Humans hosts Katrina and Jefferson are always ready to celebrate the artistic gifts of others. In this episode they feature Ricky Kej, a 2x Grammy Award winner, U.S. Billboard #1 artist, GQ Hero 2020 and an internationally renowned Indian Music Composer and Environmentalist. Ricky has won over 100 music awards in 20 c…
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We're starting off the year with some helpful information and reminders with regards to safety for ourselves and our loved ones that you won’t want to miss! January also happens to be Human Trafficking Awareness Month so in this episode, we are featuring Keelin Washington and Jeff Wohler, experts in both of those fields. Keelin Washington, a human …
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Before being acquired by Capgemini, Rich Lyons was the Founder and CEO of Lyons Consulting Group. He joins on The Science of Business Development to share his story and the wisdom he's attained along the way. With a bachelor of science in Electrical engineering from Michigan and an MBA from Kelloggs, Rich shares some insight on the science behind g…
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Join us as we wrap up 2022 by sharing insightful and uplifting highlights with each of our guests as identified by YOU, our Crazy Amazing Humans community, along with a special "follow-up treat (or trick?)" from our Halloween Spooktacular in Santa Monica, CA. We feature and discuss highlights from each of our guests; Sister Rose Pacatte (The Media …
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For this fun and festive episode, we’re on location at the Carlson’s haunted home with all their Halloween decor-–monsters, vampires, ghosts, oh my! You’ll get the real, behind-the-scenes story of why Ken and Katrina Carlson have decided to put in the effort to make Halloween a magical time for kids of all ages. You’ll hear how it has grown organic…
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Did you know that a girl’s self-esteem peaks at the age of 8 and then rapidly declines by 64% by the age of 9? Sonali Perera Bridges does and she is doing something about that and much more with an organization she co-created and runs called Shero’s Rise! Get it? It’s like hero, but “she”ro. Sonali Perera Bridges is an award-winning, dynamic and in…
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We're at the Ukraine-Poland border with Maxwell Eaton, an entrepreneur and restaurateur from New Orleans, who signed up to travel halfway around the world and volunteer to work with World Central Kitchen to help feed displaced Ukrainian families. Maxwell is the epitome of someone who asked the question "How can I best help?" and then dropped everyt…
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In this episode we take you inside The Montgomery Summit presented by March Capital, a premier tech conference. Katrina interviews Jamie Montgomery, the founder and host of the summit. Jamie is a successful businessman who Co-Founded and is Managing Partner of March Capital. Previously, he was the Founder and CEO of Montgomery & Co., an L.A.-based …
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Greg DeKalb of CEO and Co-Founder of Appointments IQ and Tony P’s Networking Events chats with Katrina Roddy, CEO and Author of “Steal Your Skills from Corporate: Use Your Professional Talents to Become an Independent Contractor.” The two discuss strategies Katrina learned in her storied career in the corporate insurance world and how those can be …
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Best known for his portrayal as Dr. Josh Madden in the long-running soap opera All My Children, as well as Auggie Kirkpatrick in The CW's teen rendition of Melrose Place, Collin has been featured in other films such as Something Borrowed and Must Love Dogs. He joins Greg DeKalb to share how he’s transition from acting to business and how he likens …
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Shirin Yadegar, journalist, publisher, TV host, mother and CEO/Creator of L.A. Mom Magazine, shares all her best tips, tricks, advice and hacks that will help anyone in a parenting role and will inspire you to live a healthier, balanced and more meaningful family life. Shirin is on a mission to provide as much practical and useful information to pa…
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Rebecca Alexander inspires, empowers and entertains us with hilarious anecdotes; candid insights and expert advice that will help you overcome any obstacle and encourage you to live life to its fullest in this lively conversation with Katrina Carlson and Jefferson Denim. Rebecca is the perfect guest with whom we celebrate “National Month of Hope” b…
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In honor of International Women’s Day, we have a very special guest, Sheryl WuDunn, who reminds us that women hold solutions to our world’s greatest challenges and that empowering women and girls is the most effective way to fight poverty and extremism. Selected as one of Newsweek’s “150 Women Who Shake the World” and listed as one of 60 notable me…
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There is not one human being who feels happy when they see another human being living on the street– it’s safe to say that we all agree homelessness is something everyone cares about and no one is for. If you’ve ever been moved with compassion for families with children experiencing homelessness and wondered what can be done, then this inspiring ep…
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If you love movies, want a deeper understanding of media - and have a cool Catholic nun explain it all - then this episode is for you! Sister Rose Pacatte, founder of the Pauline Center for Media Studies, opens our eyes to seeing our favorite media in a new light! She is an award-winning author, film journalist, well-regarded film reviewer and a “t…
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Have you ever felt frazzled, overwhelmed, and just plain tired from all the things you juggle in your life? If so, then we think you are going to love this episode! Our guest is an expert in this arena, Mallika Chopra--mom, media entrepreneur, author and public speaker. Listen as we discuss her book “Living with Intent” and apply it to taking on an…
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