In this podcast episode, Minh Phan, a Public Affairs Specialist at FEMA Region 8, shares insights into his role, leveraging digital communication tools and using photograph as well as other forms of media to support and spread awareness about disaster preparedness. With a background in geography and a passion for weather communication, Minh's diverse range of skills and knowledge in disaster awareness he shares personal experience of visiting places after a hurricane and discuss emergency management and community resilience

In this episode, Mr. Earl Armstrong, Public Affairs Specialist at FEMA, discusses key strategies, tips, and misconceptions about hurricane preparedness and shares his experiences collaborating with communities for instilling disaster preparedness. Mr. Armstrong elaborates on examples of successful emergency preparedness initiatives that have significantly improved community resilience in the face of hurricanes as well as how FEMA prioritizes and allocates resources during the different phases of hurricane preparedness. Additionally, we delve into technology, such as social media and mobile apps, impact on FEMA communication strategies. Later, we also explore emerging trends and technology influence on future of hurricane preparedness.

In this episode, we delve into state disaster preparedness with Preparedness Section Chief at the Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) in Louisiana, Ms. Rubby Douglas. She provides fascinating experiences and unique perspective of her work in emergency preparedness at the governor’s offices. We discuss various approaches and strategies employed that are taken by the government to plan for hurricanes and other natural disasters. Additionally, Ms. Douglas shares essential advice and tips she learnt from her extensive and remarkable career, elaborating on the role of AI technology for future and current emergency preparedness mitigation efforts.

Earthquake Program Specialist in National Earthquake hazard reduction and grant programs from FEMA’s National Headquarters, Ms. Maigen Wise joins us in this episode about earthquake preparedness. We discuss the various approaches of preparedness programs through national and regional demographics as well as project successful in reducing earthquake risks. Additionally, Wise shares her experiences working with diverse communities of various makeups and people of different backgrounds. Furthermore, we discussed mysteries of previous seismic activity as well as current and future tools/programs used to address earthquakes. In this episode we discuss earthquake preparedness for people of various backgrounds and situations. Here is a link to a DROP, COVER, HOLD ON video about what to do during an earthquake with a service animal: https://youtu.be/B3mzFRNTZVc?feature=shared

In this episode, Dr. Linda Degutis, from Yale’s school of public health, discusses strategies and tips she has learnt through her extensive work and experiences in public health preparedness and injury and violence prevention and policy. We delve into various aspects of her career, and she shares fascinating stories and advice about promoting health in various communities as well as demographics. We also explored how preparedness has changed over time throughout her career and how individuals contribute to building a more resilient and healthier society. Additionally, Dr. Degutis shared invaluable wisdom from her numerous experiences for younger generations aspiring to follow in her footsteps and pursue the field of public health.

In this podcast, I talk with first responder Shawneri Guzman with Community Outreach Manager for South Snohomish County. We discussed emergencies from the perspective of responders in the fire department and steps they typically take in the event of a disaster. In addition, Ms. Guzman, shared her insight into her day-to-day job and the role she plays in the South Snohomish County. She shares fascinating stories and tips of day-to-day disasters she encounters and how people typically don’t account for them as well as how to prepare for these incidences.

In this episode, we delve into earthquake safety and preparedness with Dr. Hannah Rabinowitz. She provides essential advice for staying safe during an earthquake and clarifies common misconceptions about disaster incidents. We also explored useful earthquake alert apps and the various types of seismic waves. Furthermore, we discuss post-earthquake steps and strategies for safeguarding both your community members and pets in the event of a disaster.