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Steven Eberlein "Prep Out Loud" Nov 07, 2018

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This week we talk to Steven Eberlin about his program Prepare Our Loud. Steven spoke at TEDx Portland on why we do not prepare for earthquakes. It is a fascinating story on Steven’s journey from an English teacher to an outspoken protonate of personal preparedness.

The Amazing Secrets of a Weather Man Nov 01, 2018

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This week we talk to Alex Tardy of the National Weather Service about the weather. Weather is always an issue during an emergency and having a connection to the NWS is a great way to serve your community. Alex brings years of experience to the table when we talk weather.

Sounds of the IAEM 2018 Oct 31, 2018

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Todd, from the Floor of the IAEM conference, 2018 in Grand Rapids Michigan.
The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), which has more than 6,000 members worldwide, is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting the "Principles of Emergency Management" and representing those professionals whose goals are saving lives and protecting property and the environment during emergencies and disasters

EP 85 The Inside Story of The AHIMTA Oct 25, 2018

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This week we talk to Randy Collins of the All-Hazards Incident Management Teams Association. We discussed the direction of IMT’s, the use of EOC’s and the future of emergency management and more.

Artificial Intelligent, The Ultimate breakthrough Technology Oct 18, 2018

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This week on episode 84 we are talking about Artificial Intelligence and how it can help Emergency Managers, plan for, and respond to disasters. Natural disasters are out of the reach and influence of human beings. However, a lot can be done to minimize the loss of lives. Artificial intelligence is one viable option that can potentially prevent massive loss of lives while at the same time make rescue efforts easy and efficient.

EP 83 What is the Real Cost of Natural Disasters? Oct 11, 2018

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This week we talk to Anne Stauffer of the Pew Charitable Trusts. Anne surveyed state emergency managers and their staffs requesting information on 2012-16 spending for state-funded disaster assistance programs, expenditures related to federal programs, and federal reimbursements received. Pew then determined each state’s total disaster spending

EP 82 A look In The World of Healthcare Emergency Management Oct 04, 2018

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This week we are talking to Charles Lane about emergency management in hospitals. The Book Five Days at Memorial lays the groundwork for the reason to have a dedicated EM at your hospital. However, some people have not headed the challenge. Charles talks to us about the challenges and victories in hospital emergency management.

EP 81 Turn the Tables Making Donations Management Successful Sep 27, 2018

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This week we talk to Tiffany Everett From Good360 a non-profit that connects business with other non-profits providing services to the community. This service allows the non-profit to spend more of their money on providing services rather than buying items. How Good360 fits in the EM space? They are experts in donations management, relieving the second disaster of donations.

EP 80 What Happens When You Become a Preparedness Community Activist Sep 20, 2018

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This week we are talking about community preparedness at the grassroots. The Northeast L.A. Disaster Survival Task Force was born out of frustration from a group of community members that could not find disaster information for their neighborhood. They found general information, however, they felt that there could be more. Mark Lagacé one of the founding members of the group is here with us today to tell us how they formed and about their award-winning information piece.

EP 79 The Rise of Private Disaster Relief Organizations In The World Sep 13, 2018

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This week we are discussing the role of the non-government disaster response organizations. Since 2000 there has been a steady increase in the number of organizations not affiliated with government that are responding to and doing an effective job during and after a disaster. Texas Disaster Inc, is a company that was formed after Hurricane Harvey by Jon Cole.

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