Best Wildfire Podcasts (2024)

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Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Cariboo 34:58

44m ago34:58

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Send us a text Is building an emergency program a matter of simply responding to crises, or does it require something more? In this episode, host Tim Conrad talks with Steph Masun about the vital role of community, communication, and adaptability in emergency management. With years of experience in the Cariboo Regional District's emergency program,…

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Recovering Together in the Cariboo: Teamwork in Emergency Operations Response and Disaster Recovery 24:01

7d ago24:01

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Send us a text How do you rebuild communities after wildfires, floods, and chaos? In this episode, Tim Conrad and emergency management expert Stephanie Masun dive deep into the challenges of post-disaster recovery in British Columbia's Cariboo Regional District. From the devastation of the 2017 wildfires to multi-year recovery programs, they share …

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'Essential travel only,' conserve water, avoid rivers and creeks, officials say after severe storm in Missoula area 1:37

2M ago1:37

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Power to thousands of homes was knocked out Wednesday night as a severe thunderstorm swept through western Montana.By MTPR News

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Looking for timely, reliable wildfire info? Here's how we find it 4:57

2M ago4:57

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As wildfire season heats up across Montana, it can be hard know where to find reliable, up-to-date information. Here's a rundown of the kind of sources, tools and verification we use when covering wildfires — and you can use them too.By Austin Amestoy, Corin Cates-Carney

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Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines 39:53

3M ago39:53

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Send us a text Disaster communications isn’t just about fighting fires – it’s about connecting communities amidst chaos. In this episode, host Tim Conrad discusses the intense challenges and strategies behind managing public relations during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Guest Jan Enns delves into her own experiences with evacuation an…

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Documenting Disaster: The Power of Preparation 35:22

3M ago35:22

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Send us a text Can strategic planning and empathy transform chaos into order? In this episode, Tim Conrad introduces Michele Toma, an information officer with expertise in research, analytics, and crisis communication strategies. They recount their experiences during the devastating 2023 British Columbia wildfire season, highlighting the importance…

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Voices in the Inferno: Emergency Communication 38:11

3M ago38:11

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Send us a text In the eye of the storm, communication is key. In this episode, Tim Conrad and Kendra Stoner discuss the high stakes of emergency communication. They discuss the challenges and rewards of managing emergency operations centres (EOCs) during British Columbia's intense 2023 wildfire season. Kendra highlights the importance of effective …

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Crisis on the Ground: Public Outreach and Personal Recovery 44:19

4M ago44:19

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Send us a text From the frontlines of wildfires to the heart of communities. This episode dives deep into the gritty realities of disaster communications. Tim Conrad interviews Lloyd Piehl, an experienced information officer, about their harrowing yet impactful experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Lloyd shares compelling st…

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A wet May could delay summer wildfires in the Northern Rockies 1:11

4M ago1:11

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An unusually dry winter fueled expectations of a long and active fire season throughout the Northern Rockies. Fire experts, however, say the reality may be more nuanced than that.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Researchers rethink rural wildfire mitigation 1:35

4M ago1:35

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It’s wildfire season. Rural communities and those on the outskirts of urban centers face greater danger than others. New research urges homeowners and state officials to rethink how they mitigate risk for those areas.By John Hooks

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Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote EOCs 46:22

4M ago46:22

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Send us a text When chaos strikes, communication is key. In this episode of the Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications podcast, Tim sits down with Leila Daoud, an experienced public relations professional, to discuss the unprecedented 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Leila shares her insights on the challenges and benefits of operating i…

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What would Jesus say about the hot topics of today? Feat. Jamie Bambrick 54:34

4M ago54:34

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Send us a text There is no doubt that conversations about Abortion, LGBTQ+, race and every other hot topic have become unavoidable... for the disciple of Jesus we must ask ourselves how would Jesus talk and engage with these issues? Is there a blueprint? An instruction? Perhaps God has revealed clarity to us on reality that in turn we can give to t…

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Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines 44:34

4M ago44:34

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Send us a text When wildfires rage, clear communication is the ultimate firebreak. In this episode, Tim Conrad sits down with Mike Lupien, a public relations expert, to discuss his experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season and the infamous 2016 Fort McMurray fire. Mike shares his insights on crisis communication strategies, the d…

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Calm in the Chaos: Mastering Wildfire Communications 49:38

4M ago49:38

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Send us a text Navigating chaos with calm. In episode one, Tim Conrad interviews Brie Thorsteinson-Ogle, an expert in strategic behavioural communication, about their experiences managing communications during the brutal 2023 British Columbia wildfires. Brie discusses the critical importance of building trust, simplifying complex processes, and eff…

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Trailer 0:39

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Standing up for Jesus in sport | Feat. Simon Barr 30:32

6M ago30:32

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Send us a text We know why we are on this earth and that is to proclaim the praises of the one who called us from darkness to marvellous life, yet, there are some dark environments that can be testing. Sporting environments can be hard to stand for Jesus, so in this podcast we are joined with Simon Barr as he speaks in to this context and gives ins…

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The awe and intimacy of praise | Feat. Ramona De-cock 30:26

7M ago30:26

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Send us a text Praise is often a neglected, misunderstood and abused practice! Yet in scripture we see it emphasised time and time again. In this podcast Ramona and Luke discuss the beauty of praise and how it should be a diverse and natural response of every disciple of Jesus. Time Codes: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - What is praise? 9:21 - Is praise suppos…

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New program aims to help to protect Montanans from wildfire smoke 0:50

8M ago0:50

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Montana will soon launch a program to better protect residents from wildfire smoke.By Aaron Bolton

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To drink or not to drink? That is the question | Feat. Joshua Stewart 1:04:09

9M ago1:04:09

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Send us a text Is this the most pervasive question that exists within the christian community? Especially among the younger generations. It is no question that we live in a world that is morally lapsing left, right and centre, particularly in the area of ALCOHOLISM and DRUNKENNESS. However, our response to this as Gods bride has been so poor, we ei…

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Do God's people really have to restore? 34:40

9M ago34:40

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Send us a text Restoration? What actually is this? Do christians have to do it, if you look at church history you would think that we probably don't need to, if you looked at your church maybe you would conclude its not important and if you looked at your own life, it is a signpost that reads "restoration is only done when it is convenient for the …

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Thinking the spiritual gifts | Feat. Stephen Bartley 1:01:09

10M ago1:01:09

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Send us a text What do we mean by the spiritual gifts? When it comes to this topic we are more inclined to lean towards controversy as opposed to wonder, debate as opposed to collective pursuit and disunity over unity! In this podcast we talk about what the spiritual gifts are, cessationism, continuitionism and how we can pursue the gifts as God ha…

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GCSES, A LEVELS, UNI, GET MARRIED, GET A DOG AND DIE. OR IS THERE ANOTHER OPTION? Feat. Samuel Mcgurk 34:56

11M ago34:56

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Send us a text When it comes to life we often are told, believe and live out as if there is only one lane, one path and one way of doing things! Especially when it comes to 'big' things of life. In this podcast we explore the fact that there is more than one option, that you could be called to another country, you be called to celibacy, you could b…

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How do I Pray? Feat. Joshua Stewart 31:48

12M ago31:48

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Send us a text In the previous podcast we looked at why we would pray... So by this point we should desire nothing more than to pray, pray and pray some more! But maybe the next question you have is how do I do this? In this podcast we will take a deep dive into passion, humility, confession, persistence, discipline, love, pursuit and more as we un…

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Why Pray? Feat. Joshua Stewart 53:44

12M ago53:44

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Send us a text WHY ON EARTH WOULD I PRAY! This is a question we desire to answer in this podcast. Why should you pray and why you should be excited, humbled and passionate about entering his throne room. Time Codes: 0:00 - Intro 0:59 - Prayer 7:52 - What is Prayer? 15:34 - How does prayer affect us? 23:40 - How does prayer affect others? 34:31 - So…

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Secret Weapon: Love Prt 2 28:59

1y ago28:59

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Part two of the interview with Matt Cline. on addiction and spiritual warfare.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Secret Weapon: Love Part 1 of 2 (an interview with an addiction counselor) 28:59

1y ago28:59

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Pastor Nate meets with Matt Cline, an addiction counselor and discusses Love as a secret weapon in this series on spiritual warfare.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Hungry Horse Reservoir's West Shore Road reopens to the public 0:42

1y ago0:42

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The Flathead National Forest is reopening more of the Hungry Horse Reservoir to the public as recent rains have helped firefighters contain wildfires in the area.By Aaron Bolton

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Fire danger remains high as more than 107,000 acres have burned in Montana 0:56

1y ago0:56

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There were 24 active large fire incidents in the state as of Tuesday morning. Multiple regions in the state are using significant firefighting resources as the state remains in level 3 preparedness.By Ellis Juhlin

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Reforged 28:58

1y ago28:58

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From brokenness to being reforged as a new weapon, the process is hard and hot, but the finished product is beyond our imagination.By Nathan Freeman MA

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River Road East Fire destroys structures near Paradise, MT 0:41

1y ago0:41

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Rain has slowed the spread of the River Road East Fire that has burned down structures and more than 16,000 acres near the town of Paradise.By Corin Cates-Carney, Edward F. O'Brien

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Montana wildfire update for Aug. 16, 2023 1:40

1y ago1:40

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Record setting high temperatures and gusty winds created a dramatic increase in fire activity in western Montana Tuesday. However, much of the increased activity was inside containment lines of existing fires. High water temperatures prompted Montana wildlife officials to implement hoot-owl restrictions on the lower Madison River starting Aug. 16.…

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Extreme heat and critical fire conditions forecast through Thursday 1:25

1y ago1:25

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Extreme heat and critical fire conditions are forecast through Thursday. Meteorologists say records could be shattered this week.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Evacuations ordered near Elmo; NW Montana will move to Stage 2 fire restrictions 1:26

1y ago1:26

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Residents south of Highway 93 near Elmo are being told to evacuate due to a nearby wildfire. Several areas in Northwest Montana will move to Stage Two fire restrictions Saturday.By Corin Cates-Carney, Hailey Smalley

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Montana wildfire update for Aug. 3, 2023 0:57

1y ago0:57

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The 13,000 acre Middle Ridge Fire burning west of Ronan is listed at 25% containment. The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ (CSKT) Division of Fire said crews continued mop up efforts Thursday. The almost 14,000 acre Niarada Fire west of Elmo continues actively burning in a mix of timber and brush.…

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One Team, One Fight 28:31

1y ago28:31

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We address the question of Jews and Christians in the Bible and the modern day as well as other divisions in the church and how we should unite in spiritual warfare together.By Nathan Freeman MA

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What you can do to prepare ahead of an evacuation order 2:15

1y ago2:15

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As fire season heats up across Montana, officials say people living in areas prone to wildfires should be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice.By Austin Amestoy

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'Asbestos forest' burns; Fire prevention work begins around Butte's water supply 3:27

1y ago3:27

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The Tub Gulch Fire is burning within Libby’s ‘asbestos forest’ near the defunct vermiculite mine. Forest Service crews began emergency fire prevention work this week in the area around Butte’s largest municipal water supply.The Flathead County Commission enacted an emergency declaration Tuesday.By Aaron Bolton, John Hooks, Edward F. O'Brien

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Montana wildfire update for July 31, 2023 1:24

1y ago1:24

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Bone dry conditions, powerful winds and multiple new wildfire starts kept ground and air firefighting resources busy in recent days. Evacuation orders are in effect northwest of Polson due to the Nirada Fire.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Restrictions on fires and fishing are going into effect in northwest Montana 3:13

1y ago3:13

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Fire officials announced Wednesday that Stage 1 fire restrictions will be implemented across most of northwest Montana this weekend. The move comes in advance of anticipated above-normal temperatures and deepening drought conditions.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Colt Fire evacuation orders remain in effect near Seeley Lake 1:50

1y ago1:50

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Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect due to the Colt Fire, burning northwest of Seeley Lake. Residents near the intersection of Beaver Creek Road and Highway 83 have been ordered to evacuate. A lightning-caused fire is burning roughly 120 acres five miles east of Arlee.By Hailey Smalley

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Move With a Purpose 28:41

1y ago28:41

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We were resurrected for a purpose? What is your purpose?By Nathan Freeman MA

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Officials say Montana fire activity could increase in the coming weeks 1:17

1y ago1:17

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MT’s fire season got off to a slow start this year due to persistent rainfall. But fire officials told Gov. Gianforte that a drying and warming trend will change that.By Austin Amestoy

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Paused... But Resuming 1:30

1y ago1:30

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By Bryan Gardner

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Paused... But Resuming 1:30

1y ago1:30

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By Bryan Gardner

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A Real Eye Opener 28:50

1y ago28:50

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Exploring the powerful prayer of Paul at the end of Ephesians chapter 1.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Commander’s Intent 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

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Week 3 in the spiritual warfare series. God has a powerful plan even when things don't seem to be going well.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Equipping the Saints 28:45

1+ y ago28:45

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Part 2 of the spiritual warfare series talks about how it is God who equips the saints and prepares us for war. We are to check each other's equipment to ensure success on the battlefield.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Heavenly Places 28:33

1+ y ago28:33

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This is the beginning of a series on spiritual warfare from the veteran soldier's perspective. The first episode is about the battlefield and our call to war.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Jesus doubles down on forgiveness 28:55

1+ y ago28:55

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The only part of the LORD's prayer that Jesus expounded on was forgiveness. What is required of us when we forgive.By Nathan Freeman MA

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Temptation and Evil 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

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Continuing the series on the LORD's prayer. Dealing with temptation and evil. Where does it come from and why does God allow us to be tempted?By Nathan Freeman MA

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