Best Meteorology Podcasts (2024)

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High Elevation Weather Stations 46:58

2d ago46:58

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Guest: Dr. Baker Perry, National Geographic Explorer When it comes to the highest places on Earth, the Rockies, the Andes and of course, the Himalayas come to mind. And while hikers have scaled these peaks, real-time weather data is scarce at these high altitudes. These are not highly populated areas, so why would we need to have weather stations i…

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WeatherBrains 953: Doing This For The Chemtrail Paycheck 2:07:00

3d ago2:07:00

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Tonight's Guest Panelist needs no introduction. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Mississippi State University in 2016. Johnny Parker, welcome to WeatherBrains. Our Guest WeatherBrains tonight consist of the team from the Tennessee Valley Weather network. They are redefining local weather broadcasting. They have a television-quality prod…

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Vintage #15 - Dr. Greg Forbes & Rob Marciana 46:30

5d ago46:30

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In This Episode Clips: The Weather Channel Severe Weather Expert, Dr. Greg Forbes and ABC News Meteorologist, Rob Marciana Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we just talked about one of the first TIV2 riders and next up we’ll have the new TIV2 …

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Weather & Fashion 27:06

9d ago27:06

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Guest: Dr. Nicole Mölders, Professor at University of Alaska Fairbanks If you grew up in a colder climate, your parents always told you that you have to dress in layers, all the way down to your socks! But if you grew up in a warmer climate, you were told to wear lighter fabrics and colors so the sun’s heat wasn’t too intense on your body. These ar…

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WeatherBrains 952: On His Fourth Life 1:48:15

10d ago1:48:15

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a familiar face for those who watch The Weather Channel, as she regularly appeared on the network in the early 2000s. She's an experienced broadcast meteorologist and a podcaster. She also has a degree in journalism and worked as a reporter for several years to begin her career. Her first job was as a reporter for WE…

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#207 - Brandon Ivey - StormChasers 1:11:04

12d ago1:11:04

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In This Episode Guest: Brandon Ivey, StormChasers Meteorologist and Storm Tour Guide Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Vehicle Break Down Lightning Round - Famous Foods of Tornado Alley #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Weather Trollbot 5000 - Our repurposed robot interprets what our weather friends were really …

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How AI is Helping Weather Models Make the Grade 30:44

16d ago30:44

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Guest: Dr. Stephan Rasp, Senior Research Scientist at Google As technology continues to improve, weather models are becoming increasingly more accurate in the short term due to increased computing power and increased resolution. But how can we quantify that increase in accuracy? It seems like a basic question, but one that isn’t so easy to answer..…

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WeatherBrains 951: Wiring Boats, Cooking, and Fishing 1:39:35

17d ago1:39:35

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Tonight's episode is a home grown show with the regulars where we will be discussing a hodgepodge of topics in the weather world and beyond. We do these from time to time... thanks for tuning in for an all new WeatherBrains. Bruce Jones of Midland Weather Radio also is back to discuss the importance of NOAA Weather Radio and its timely warnings and…

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Vintage #14 - Jim Williams & Dr. Philip Klotzbach 53:22

19d ago53:22

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In This Episode Clips: com Creator Jim Williams and Colorado State University Hurricane Season Forecaster Dr. Philip Klotzbach Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Subscribe to our YouTube.com/stormfrontfreaks page and signup for notifications to catch our St…

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A Deeper Dive Into Our Closest Star 1:06:42

23d ago1:06:42

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Guest: Dr. C. Alex Young, NASA Heliophysicist You may have noticed there’s been plenty of conversation concerning the closest star to us over the past year or so. From the total solar eclipse in April to the increase in solar storms as we approach the solar maximum, the sun has been getting plenty of attention. So we wanted to take a deeper look in…

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WeatherBrains 950: Fifty Years Ago... 1:44:39

24d ago1:44:39

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Tonight on WeatherBrains we tell the story of a generational tornado outbreak that happened 50 years ago. We look back at the Super Outbreak of April 3rd, 1974. Our first Guest WeatherBrains for tonight’s episode has a great deal of experience in public service, having worked in libraries for twenty years. Her current position is Executive Director…

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#206 - Aaron Rigsby - ShotSki 1:16:32

26d ago1:16:32

1:16:32

In This Episode Guest: Aaron Rigsby, Storm Chaser and Photographer Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Filling the Gas Tank Lightning Round - Trivia Nerd: Wild Weather #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Wasted Weather Clip - We find our weather friends after possibly having one too many Freak Fan Box - We read our …

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Caribbean Flash Droughts 27:01

1M ago27:01

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Guest: Craig Ramseyer, Assistant Prof. at Virginia Tech When a drought is depicted on TV or in movies, you’ll usually see parched farmland with wilted crops and a distressed farmer in denim overalls looking over them. What about the drought that resides in the column of air above our heads, what does that look like? Well, there hasn’t been a TON of…

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WeatherBrains 949: Graham in A Chicken Suit 2:00:54

1M ago2:00:54

2:00:54

Tonight on WeatherBrains is the topic of a significant anniversary in the meteorological field. Tonight's show focuses on the Super Outbreak of 1974. Fifty years on, its impact is still being felt. The warning process, victim impacts and how the event itself changed the weather community forever from a professional standpoint will all be discussed.…

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Vintage #13 - Joe Moravsky & John Belski 54:01

1M ago54:01

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In This Episode Clips: American Ninja Warrior and Meteorologist, Joe Moravsky and Louisville TV Chief Meteorologist and Weather Myth Book Author, John Belski Brought to you by AMS Weather Band, Drive Weather App, Midland Radios, and WindStorm Products. Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! ww…

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Climate Conversations: Machine Learning and Climate 26:53

1M ago26:53

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Climate Conversations brings you a show on Machine Learning within the discipline of Climate Science. Dr Doug McNeall introduces two Met Office experts, Prof Simon Vosper, Director of Science at the Met Office and Dr Rachel McInnes, Co-Director the Joint Centre for Environmental Intelligence. They discuss the latest developments and challenges of w…

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The Berardelli Bonus 28:42

1M ago28:42

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Guest: Jeff Berardelli, WFLA-TV Chief Meteorologist As you go about your daily life, you may check your local news station for the weather for the day and for the rest of the week. How about a little sprinkling of the weather for the rest of the year? Or the rest of the decade? Our guest today has been incorporating hints of our changing climate in…

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WeatherBrains 948: Hopped Up On Cuban Coffee 1:54:59

1M ago1:54:59

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Tonight on WeatherBrains is a skilled meteorologist currently working at The Weather Channel and has been there since 2022. Previously she worked for Telemundo Oklahoma and Telemundo Utah. She was born in Havana, Cuba and graduated with a degree in meteorology from the University of Havana. Lorena Lim, welcome to WeatherBrains! Bruce Jones of Midla…

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#205 - Cassandra Woodson - He Knows Better 1:14:14

1M ago1:14:14

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In This Episode Guest: Cassandra Woodson, Digital Storm Chaser Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Parking/Stopping Announcement of Storm Front Freaks Outbreak Lightning Round - Weird Things People Search For #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Tornado Trailer Trash - We watch movie trailers of some of the worst dis…

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Climate & Environmental Law 37:20

1M ago37:20

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Guest: Madison Condon As much as you’d want to stop drinking out of plastic straws or hop on public transportation, there is only so much that one person can do to help save our environment and curb the effects of climate change. A lot of the responsibility comes down to our political and financial leaders. We have to hope that they have the right …

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WeatherBrains 947: The Old Part of Norman 1:59:32

1M ago1:59:32

1:59:32

Tonight on WeatherBrains is a very special guest. He's a leading expert in severe weather research at the NSSL. He's known for his work on tornadoes and severe weather climatology. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the science and it's an honor to have you with us tonight. Harold Brooks, welcome! It's also Harold's birthday - Happy Birthday Harold…

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Vintage #12 - Stephanie Abrams & Ada Monzon 38:55

2M ago38:55

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In This Episode Clips: Celebrating Women's History Month with The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams and Puerto Rico TV Meteorologist Ada Monzon Brought to you by AMS Weather Band, Drive Weather App, Midland Radios, and WindStorm Products. Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com…

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Natural Disaster Economics 36:22

2M ago36:22

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Guest: Dr. Kevin Simmons Episode Intro: In our current tornado and severe thunderstorm warning system, if you are put under a warning, there is no question that you should take action and protect yourself and your property. But what if the warning is posed with a probability of the storm making a severe impact? Would you be more or less influenced …

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WeatherBrains 946: Mic My Grandma 1:50:49

2M ago1:50:49

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Tonight on WeatherBrains we are thrilled to welcome the dynamic duo of severe weather coverage from Channel 9 in Oklahoma City. Together they have captivated audiences with their commitment to keeping their communities safe and informed. They are both beloved figures in the State of Oklahoma and across the nation. Our First WeatherBrain has been at…

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#204 - Mike Scantlin - Snake in the Mouth 1:16:45

2M ago1:16:45

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In This Episode Guest: Mike Scantlin, Storm Chaser Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Driving on Wet Roads Lightning Round - And the Oscar Goes To… #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Weather Trollbot 5000 - Our repurposed robot interprets what our weather friends were thinking when being trolled Freak Fan Box - We…

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Severe Stats at the SPC 43:50

2M ago43:50

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Guest: Evan Bentley Episode Intro: In the world of meteorology, the letters “SPC” carry a lot of weight. From severe weather to flooding and fire, the Storm Prediction Center covers almost everything under the sun! Today’s guest has spent the past several years on staff at the SPC as a mesoscale-assistant/fire weather forecaster. He has brought his…

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Climate Conversations: Rainforests- from carbon sinks to carbon source 23:54

2M ago23:54

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Dr. Bernardo Flores and Professor Richard Betts discuss the risk that the Amazon Rainforest could tip from a carbon sink to a source. Their latest scientific paper highlights future tipping points across the Amazon Rainforest. With Dr. Doug McNeall and Clare Nasir.The Met Office is the United Kingdom's national weather service.Our website carries t…

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WeatherBrains 945: REAL WeatherBrains 2:12:07

2M ago2:12:07

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We're honored to be joined this week by Thomas Grazulis and his wife Doris! Tom is one of the world’s most knowledgeable experts on tornado climatology. He recently published the long-awaited update to Significant Tornadoes.

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Vintage #11 - Skip Talbot and Jaclyn Whittal 56:38

2M ago56:38

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In This Episode Clips: Skip Talbot-Storm Chaser and Jaclyn Whittal-Weather Network TV Meteorologist/Storm Chaser Brought to you by AMS Weather Band, Drive Weather App, Midland Radios, and WindStorm Products. Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Get your new S…

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Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai Volcano Retrospective 38:55

2M ago38:55

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Guest: Dr. David Wilmouth Episode Intro: On January 15, 2022, a massive eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcano occurred, sending literal shockwaves around the globe and releasing millions of tons of material into the atmosphere. This eruption was unprecedented in the modern satellite era in terms of how much water vapor was injected into…

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WeatherBrains 944: Bucket O' Blood 2:02:18

2M ago2:02:18

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a former registered nurse with over 20 years of experience in nursing practice and education. He's also been a published author for over 3 decades and has managed the production and publication of numerous healthcare textbooks. He's now written an incredible book published in 2023 entitled "Donora Death Fog: Clean Ai…

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#203 - Katie Nickoloau - Red Rover, Red Rover: Twisters Trailer 1:15:55

2M ago1:15:55

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In This Episode Guest: Katie Nickoloau, TV Meteorologist Storm Front Freaks Chase Week III Trailer amsweatherband.org join us for our virtual Jamposium February 29th and March 1st. Girls Who Chase Spring Training Virtual Event March 2 - Register Today! Twisters Trailer Review Lightning Round - Certified Digital Trivia #weatherfools - We present the…

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Science Behind Billion Dollar Disasters 29:41

2M ago29:41

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Guest: Adam Smith, NOAA / NCEI Episode Intro: 2023 set the record for the most billion dollar disasters in the United States in one calendar year. As the name suggests, a billion dollar disaster is a weather or climate disaster event with losses exceeding one billion dollars. From flooding to drought, winter storms to hurricanes, there were 28 bill…

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WeatherBrains 943: Stop Picking Up Copperheads 1:37:38

2M ago1:37:38

1:37:38

Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is the author of the compelling and insightful book "Death Clouds on Mount Baldy: Tucson's Lost Tragedy". The book discusses and chronicles the harrowing 1958 blizzard in Arizona that stranded a pack of Boy Scouts and the extensive rescue effort that followed. Cathy Hufault, welcome to the show tonight. Also joining us …

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Vintage #10 - Karen Kosiba & Pecos Hank Schyma 47:34

2M ago47:34

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In This Episode Clips: Karen Kosiba-Atmospheric Scientist on VORTEX Projects and Pecos Hank Schyma-Storm Chaser and Musician Brought to you by AMS Weather Band, Drive Weather App, Midland Radios, and WindStorm Products. Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Ge…

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Weathergami 29:39

3M ago29:39

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Guest: Dr. Jonathan Kahl, Professor at UW-Milwaukee If you’re a sports fan, you may know the term “Scorigami!” When you have a score combination that has never occurred before, you achieve Scorigami! And this inspired our guest Dr. Jonathan Kahl to create “Weathergami.” Instead of Team A vs Team B, he looks at high temperature vs low temperature at…

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WeatherBrains 942: Horns Growing Out of My Head 1:29:28

3M ago1:29:28

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain currently serves as the Director of the Global Water Security Center and at the Alabama Water Institute at the University of Alabama. He focuses on providing decision-makers with reliable information and innovative research on water and environmental security. He leads efforts to understand their impacts on society. His…

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#202 - Cameron Nixon - Just Say Bob Marley 1:19:02

3M ago1:19:02

1:19:02

In This Episode Guest: Cameron Nixon, Researcher and Storm Chaser amsweatherband.org join us for our virtual Jamposium February 29th and March 1st. Lightning Round - How Low Can You Go? Find SFF Gear and other weather geek products at helicity.co #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations WX AI - We play with AI …

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Looking Back and Forward at the NWS 36:19

3M ago36:19

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Guest: Greg Carbin Over the past half a century, we’ve been experiencing the same thunderstorms, blizzards, and hurricanes. Our changing climate may have altered how these weather phenomena act, and in turn the technology we use to research and forecast these events have changed as well! From a local NWS office to the SPC and the WPC, today’s guest…

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WeatherBrains 941: Two Doctors And A Mic 1:26:51

3M ago1:26:51

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Our episode tonight is all about the AMS Annual Meeting 2024 live from Baltimore. First up from the Conference is Ryan Lagerquist, NOAA employee and is a Research Scientist at CIRA (Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere). He is a meteorologist by training and is heavily involved in machine learning research. Joining us next on the sh…

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#B15 Telethon Highlights 3: Kim Cunningham, Mike Olbinski and Janice Dean 56:53

3M ago56:53

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In this Episode Clip Guests: Kim Cunningham-Former On-Air Meteorologist at The Weather Channel, Mike Olbinski-Storm Chaser/Photographer/Film Maker, Janice Dean-Senior Meteorologist at Fox News and Fox Weather. Please donate to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief efforts through our Telethon Page Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to su…

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Medicanes 31:50

3M ago31:50

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Last year, Storm Daniel brought devastation to Greece, Turkey & Bulgaria before causing catastrophic loss of life in Libya. Heavy rain and thunderstorms produced more than a month’s worth of rain in a few hours. Storm Daniel was what’s known as a medicane, an extreme weather phenomenon that can occur over the Mediterranean Sea. Showing hurricane-li…

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How Do People Interpret Weather Warnings (Re-release of episode 288 from 9/20/23) 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Guest: Dr. Justin Sharpe We all know the saying “if a tree falls in a forest and there’s nobody around to hear it, does it make a sound?” Well in our world, we can say something like “if a forecast is perfect, but it doesn’t get disseminated properly, did it do any good?” There are still leaps and bounds that need to be made in the weather industry…

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WeatherBrains 940: Great Lake Snow Snake 1:24:41

3M ago1:24:41

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a frequent contributor to the show and a friend of the podcast. He's a renowned expert in the field of hurricane tracking and reporting. He's known for his innovative use of technology and social media to deliver real time updates on storm developments. He's made significant contributions to hurricane awareness and s…

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#201 - Alan Sealls - Speaking of Dirt 1:23:50

3M ago1:23:50

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In This Episode Guest: Alan Sealls, Retired Chief Meteorologist, Mobile AL amsweatherband.org join us for our virtual Jamposium February 29th and March 1st. Lightning Round - Joining the Golden Girls Find SFF Gear and other weather geek products at helicity.co #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Chasers Go…

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WeatherBrains 939: I Want Randy’s Shelves 1:20:19

3M ago1:20:19

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a veteran of the show. He's a renowned Professor in Geographical Sciences at Arizona State University. He specializes in weather and climate studies and brings a wealth of experience to the field of meteorology. He's joining us tonight to discuss is new book. Randy Cerveny, it's an honor to have you on the show tonig…

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Trailblazing at the SPC (Re-release of Ep 280 from 8/2/2023) 36:19

3M ago36:19

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Guest: Liz Leitman You are probably familiar with severe thunderstorm and tornado watches. The storm prediction center and its predecessors have been issuing them since the 1950’s to alert people that thunderstorms may develop and bring damaging winds, hail or tornadoes. About a hundred of these are issued every year. Believe it or not, the first c…

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#B14 Telethon Highlights 2: Tim Marshall, Jen Walton and Josh Morgerman 56:15

3M ago56:15

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In This Episode Clip Guests: Tim Marshall - Legendary Storm Chaser, Meteorologist and Engineer, Jen Walton - Founder of Girls Who Chase and Josh Morgerman - Hurricane Chaser. Please donate to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief efforts through our Telethon Page Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with…

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"Our Fragile Moment" Author Dr. Michael Mann (re-release of Ep 286 from 9/27/2023) 39:45

4M ago39:45

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Guest: Dr. Michael Mann The topic of climate change and the future of our planet is both a controversial as well as at times difficult topic to understand. But if we want to know more about our future, we need to take a look into the history of our planet and our species. In his latest book, Our Fragile Moment, Dr. Michael Mann walks readers throug…

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WeatherBrains 938: I Can Only Grow Hair From My Nose And Ears 1:21:21

4M ago1:21:21

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Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a researcher and trainer at the European Severe Storms Laboratory (ESSL). They conduct research on severe convective storms across Europe, climatology, forecasting and remote sensing. They gather reports of severe weather in the European severe weather database, organize conferences on severe storms, and facilitate t…

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