Best NYC Emergency Management Podcasts (2024)

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El voluntariado y Cuerpo de Paz con Matt Lyttle 31:02

2M ago31:02

31:02

Un episodio especial dedicado al Mes del Voluntariado, con la participación del estimado invitado Matt Lyttle, Director del Segmento de Defensa y Seguridad en Guidehouse, una firma consultora de gestión global. La copresentadora Yokarina Duarte conversa con Lyttle sobre su experiencia como voluntario del Cuerpo de Paz en Nicaragua, lo cual lo prepa…

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Preparate Episosde 19 Castro MOIA 27:27

8M ago27:27

27:27

NYC Emergency Management's latest episode of ¡PREPÁRATE! talks with Commissioner Manuel Castro from the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs, and the agency's role in serving immigrant communities of new York.By NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - 20th Anniversary of Ready NY and CERT 28:04

12M ago28:04

28:04

First Deputy Commissioner Christina Farrell and Director of Individual Preparedness Abby Banks discuss the Ready NY and CERT programs for the 20th anniversary.By NYC Emergency Management

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Episodio 18: Ernesto Morales From NOAA Discusses the Importance of Messaging Before Emergencies 40:51

12M ago40:51

40:51

In recognition of September as National Preparedness Month, the latest episode of New York City Emergency Management’s Spanish podcast ¡Prepárate!, features Ernesto Morales, alerts coordinator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s San Juan, Puerto Rico office. As part of the National Weather Service team in Puerto Rico, Morales …

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Beat the Heat with Health Tips from the NYC Department of Health 31:48

1y ago31:48

31:48

On the latest episode of ‘Prep Talk’, Cari Olson, assistant commissioner of the Bureau of Environmental Surveillance and Policy with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, discusses the dangers of extreme heat during the summer months. Ms. Olson shared what precautions New Yorkers should take to beat the heat, and how the city responds to…

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Women's History Month with Chief of Staff Camille Joseph Varlack 20:51

1+ y ago20:51

20:51

On this episode of “Prep Talk” Camille Joseph Varlack, chief of staff to the Mayor of New York City, shares her story about what inspired her to pursue a career in law, challenges women still face in the workplace, and what she hopes to accomplish in her current role. Varlack also discusses what led her to a career in public service and why she eve…

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Creating a more inclusive city: A discussion with NYC MOPD Commissioner Christina Curry 43:30

1+ y ago43:30

43:30

On this episode of “Prep Talk” Christina Curry, Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of People with Disabilities, the first African American woman in the role, discusses how she became an advocate for the deaf and people with disabilities. Curry also talks about the many challenges people with disabilities face and how they may differ for people of c…

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Winter Weather Prep with DSNY 38:53

1+ y ago38:53

38:53

Winter Weather Prep with DSNY by NYC Emergency ManagementBy NYC Emergency Management

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Deploying to Puerto Rico in the Aftermath of Hurricane Fiona 18:49

2y ago18:49

18:49

On September 19, 2022, Hurricane Fiona made landfall in Puerto Rico, five years to the day of Hurricane Maria. Four days after, Mayor Eric Adams sent a multiagency team of New York City employees to assess the island’s needs after the hurricane. The team was comprised of employees from the New York City Emergency Management Department, New York Cit…

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Prep Talk - Episode 85: Ten Years After Superstorm Sandy 38:20

2y ago38:20

38:20

As the 10-year anniversary of Hurricane Sandy approaches, New York City Emergency Management staff members reflect on the historic storm and the unprecedented impacts New York City faced. The storm forever changed New York City and was a pivotal moment in creating change to combat climate change and the increase in extreme weather events.On this ep…

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¡Prepárate! A Conversation with NYC Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez 34:39

2y ago34:39

34:39

¡Prepárate! A Conversation with NYC Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez by NYC Emergency ManagementBy NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - Episode 83: Coordination with Utility Partners 31:47

2y ago31:47

31:47

Prep Talk - Episode 83: Coordination with Utility Partners by NYC Emergency ManagementBy NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - Episode 82: Strategic Plan/Talent Retention and Recruitment 36:43

2y ago36:43

36:43

The latest episode of “Prep Talk” podcast highlights the strategic plan as well as one its key priorities: talent retention and recruitment, and the agency’s goal for its workforce to reflect the communities it serves. The new episode featuring NYC Emergency Management Monitoring and Evaluation Program Manager Jimmy Deats and Deputy Director of Tal…

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Prep Talk - Episode 81: Preparing for the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season 9:51

2y ago9:51

9:51

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Matthew Rosencrans, lead hurricane season outlook forecaster with NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, discusses the science behind the outlook for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. He reveals what sparked his interest in meteorology and how he got started in field. Rosencrans also shares how NOAA fits into the …

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Prep Talk - Episode 80: Emergency Planning 17:40

2y ago17:40

17:40

Prep Talk - Episode 80: Emergency Planning by NYC Emergency ManagementBy NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - Episode 79: NYC Emergency Management Welcomes Commissioner Zach Iscol 18:59

2+ y ago18:59

18:59

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Commissioner Zach Iscol discusses his experiences, expectations, and what he is looking forward to the most in his new role. Commissioner Iscol also chats about what sparked his interest in the emergency management field, what keeps him up at night, and his leadership approach.…

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Prep Talk - Episode 78: Women in Public Service 26:27

2+ y ago26:27

26:27

As the emergency management field expands, so too does the need for diverse, knowledgeable professionals. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” two women leaders in emergency management from the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, Elyse Morris and Cory Pardo, discuss the role of women in public service, leadership, responding to the COVID-19…

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Prep Talk - Episode 77: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Emergency Management 24:32

2+ y ago24:32

24:32

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Sonja Orgias, acting deputy chief counsel and co-chair of the equity and diversity council at NYC Emergency Management, discusses this employee-led initiative, the importance of diversity and inclusion in hiring practices and emergency operations, as well as mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery effo…

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Prep Talk - Episode 76: Big City Emergency Managers 47:29

2+ y ago47:29

47:29

With an increase in extreme weather like heavy rain, heat waves, and man-made hazards such as oil spills happening across major U.S. cities, emergency managers understand the unique challenges dense urban areas face. To construct the best approach in emergency response, the Council for Excellence in Government founded the Big City Emergency Manager…

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A Career In Public Service - Commissioner Andrew D'Amora 18:17

2+ y ago18:17

18:17

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Acting Commissioner D’Amora discusses his experience in a career in public service, the challenges in responding to heat and snow emergencies during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact of technology in emergency management response.Read full transcript: on.nyc.gov/preptalk75…

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Prep Talk - Episode 74: Exercising Your Emergency Plan 20:56

3y ago20:56

20:56

One of the best ways to be prepared for an emergency is having a plan, but it is imperative to practice your plan to ensure you are prepared for anything that comes your way. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Paula Carlson, director of exercises at NYC Emergency Management, discusses the importance of exercising emergency plans and how she and …

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Prep Talk - Episode 73: Business Preparedness 14:08

3y ago14:08

14:08

Before an emergency strikes, it is important to that all organizations have a plan, including businesses. New York City has over 200,000 organizations representing four million people. Any major disaster will a have huge impact on the economy. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” NYC Emergency Management’s Strategic Partnerships Specialist Erika A…

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Prep Talk - Episode 72: Preparing Pets & Service Animals for Disasters 18:07

3y ago18:07

18:07

As the nation continues to face a range of concurrent disasters, from severe weather to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to take the time to make and review our emergency plans. This includes preparing our pets and service animals for disasters. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” NYC Emergency Management’s Andrew Perlman disc…

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Prep Talk - Episode 71: 9/11 20th Anniversary 22:58

3y ago22:58

22:58

Join us for a very special episode of "Prep Talk," featuring staff members recounting their experiences of 9/11 on the 20th anniversary.Read full transcript: on.nyc.gov/preptalk71By NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - Episode 70: NYC Brings Emergency Preparedness Training to Puerto Rico 20:46

3y ago20:46

20:46

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” NYC Emergency Management Deputy Commissioner Henry Jackson and Director of Government Relations Yokarina Duarte discuss their multiple deployments to Puerto Rico and reflect on some of the challenges still facing the island following Hurricane Maria in 2017 and the 2020 earthquakes. The guests also talk about N…

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Prep Talk - Episode 69: Building the Next Generation of Emergency Managers 27:26

3y ago27:26

27:26

To commemorate this year’s “Ready School of the Year,” NYC Emergency Management released a new episode of its emergency management podcast, “Prep Talk.” During the episode, NYC Emergency Management Assistant Commissioner Anita Sher and Sal Puglisi of the Urban Assembly School for Emergency Management discuss the importance of students developing em…

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Prep Talk - Episode 68: 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season - Stay Safe & Prepared 11:23

3y ago11:23

11:23

To mark the beginning of the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, the New York City Emergency Management Department today unveiled the City’s revised hurricane evacuation zones. New York City Emergency Management also relaunched the Know Your Zone hurricane awareness campaign to encourage New Yorkers to find out whether they live in one of the City’s si…

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Prep Talk - Episode 67: Meet Commissioner Scrivani 16:39

3+ y ago16:39

16:39

The New York City Emergency Management Department welcomes back John Scrivani to his new role as commissioner for the agency. Commissioner Scrivani brings a wealth of knowledge to the department, which includes leadership roles with New York City government, the New York City Police Department and the Virginia Department of Transportation. A member…

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Prep Talk - Episode 66: Farewell To Commissioner Criswell 18:03

3+ y ago18:03

18:03

Ahead of her departure from NYC Emergency Management, NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Deanne Criswell sat down with “Prep Talk” to discuss her tenure at the agency, including the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ever-evolving threat landscape that the country faces, the importance of equity across all emergency management operati…

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Prep Talk - Episode 65: National Volunteer Month 42:42

3+ y ago42:42

42:42

On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Laura Rog, NYC Service’s acting chief service officer, and Moriah Washington, New York City Emergency Management’s director of community engagement, share the impact that volunteers have on assisting agencies and organizations fulfill their mission during National Volunteer Month and throughout the year.Read th…

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Prep Talk - Episode 64: Women In Emergency Management 28:41

3+ y ago28:41

28:41

To close out Women’s History Month in March and looking ahead to National Volunteering Month in April, NYC Emergency Management’s latest “Prep Talk” podcast episode highlights the careers of three female emergency managers and Peace Corps alumnae who share how their experiences, including both successes and challenges, have shaped them into the pro…

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Prep Talk - Episode 63: Farewell To Omar Bourne 36:41

3+ y ago36:41

36:41

Join us as we give a fond farewell to co-host Omar Bourne!Read the full transcript: on.nyc.gov/preptalk63By NYC Emergency Management

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Prep Talk - Episode 62: Black History Month 27:36

3+ y ago27:36

27:36

February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions African Americans have made in U.S. history. In a year where COVID-19 has disproportionately ravaged minority communities, it has become transparent that inequities continue to plague neighborhoods where black and brown people reside. This harrowing reality has …

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Prep Talk - Episode 61: National Blood Donor Month 15:09

3+ y ago15:09

15:09

Donating blood can help save a life. That is the message New York Blood Center’s Andrea Cefarelli wants listeners to know on the latest episode of “Prep Talk.” While January is recognized as National Blood Donor Month, Cefarelli encourages listeners to donate year-round. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a chronic deficit in blood donations needed …

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Prep Talk - Episode 60: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Emergency Management Field 34:42

3+ y ago34:42

34:42

As the world turns the page to a year filled with new beginnings, an age-old concept should continue to ruminate at the forefront of every emergency manager’s mind: the need for more diversity in the field. That is the message Curtis Brown, state coordinator for Virginia’s Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), shares on the latest episode of “…

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Prep Talk - Episode 59: Fire Prevention 27:18

3+ y ago27:18

27:18

The winter season is officially here, and with it, the threat of snowfall and colder weather. Winter also heightens the risk of fire-related incidents, as individuals are finding ways to stay warm, while others may be decorating for the holidays. ‘Tis the season for fire safety. That is the message you will hear from New York City Fire Department’s…

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Prep Talk - Episode 58: NYC Snow Operations 2020 36:17

3+ y ago36:17

36:17

With the official start of the winter season just weeks away, the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is gearing up to battle the elements. Between challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and Mother Nature, the men and women of DSNY ― known as the heroes behind the plows ― are prepared for the unexpected. On the latest episode of “P…

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Prep Talk - Episode 57: Cybersecurity Awareness Month 15:50

4y ago15:50

15:50

If you connect it, protect it. That is one of the messages you will hear during this year’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Toney Lewis, director for information technology at NYC Emergency Management, shares important information to help listeners reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves onlin…

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Prep Talk - Episode 56: John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service 26:53

4y ago26:53

26:53

You will gain more than you give. That’s the message guests on the latest episode of “Prep Talk” want you to know about NYC Emergency Management’s John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service. Founded in 2012 in honor of the late John D. Solomon, an accomplished journalist who dedicated much of his time to helping his community through volunteeris…

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Prep Talk - Episode 55: Emergency Preparedness Training During a Pandemic 17:40

4y ago17:40

17:40

This year’s unprecedented challenges have not stopped New Yorkers from helping their communities in times of emergency. In fact, many are stepping up to join the New York City Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteer program.On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Herman Schaffer, acting deputy commissioner for community preparedness, and J…

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Prep Talk - Episode 54: Emergency Communications with Notify NYC 19:16

4y ago19:16

19:16

If you want to stay informed about the latest emergency occurring in New York City, look no further than Notify NYC. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Rebecca Baudendistel, director of public warning at NYC Emergency Management, discusses the importance of using the messaging platform to provide accurate, timely information to the public before…

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Prep Talk - Episode 53: Hurricane Season 2020 14:56

4y ago14:56

14:56

As New York City heads into peak hurricane season, New York City Emergency Management’s podcast, “Prep Talk,” takes a closer look at hurricane preparedness in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the latest episode, Jacob Cooper, NYC Emergency Management’s deputy commissioner for readiness, shares important tips to help New Yorkers prepare for a coas…

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Prep Talk - Episode 52: Helping Communities During the Pandemic 23:01

4y ago23:01

23:01

The COVID-19 pandemic is not stopping community organizations from what they do best: help those who need it the most. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Rev. Karen Jackson, director of recovery and community initiatives at Project Hospitality, and Erum Hanif, chief executive officer of APNA Community Center in Brooklyn, discuss the initiatives …

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Celebrating our COVID-19 Heroes 3:45

4y ago3:45

3:45

It's a wrap for season 1 of COVID-19 Heroes, but the pandemic is far from over. We can all continue to play our part in slowing the spread of COVID-19. If the many Emergency Management guests on the show sparked your interest in our field, I hope you'll consider jumping in it yourself, and if you are a practitioner looking to strengthen and popular…

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John Scrivani: NYC Fatality Management 23:54

4y ago23:54

23:54

What happens once someone passes away during the COVID-19 pandemic? To date, close to half a million people have died from the novel coronavirus. In the span of three months, New York City experienced over 35,000 deaths linked to COVID-19 and other unrelated causes, forcing the megacity to undertake the largest domestic fatality management operatio…

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Kelly McKinney: NYC Emergency Manager 24:00

4y ago24:00

24:00

For weeks, the entire world caught its breath and set its eyes on New York City, the new epicenter of COVID-19 after Wuhan, China and Lombardy, Italy. To date, the metropolis has experienced over 200K confirmed cases and 20,000 related deaths. A city with a long history of trauma and resilience following 9/11 and Hurricane Sandy, we wonder: How has…

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Prep Talk - Episode 51: Summer Heat Preparedness 30:27

4y ago30:27

30:27

As the weather warms up and the potential risk for heat waves increases, New York City is taking a number of steps to ensure New Yorkers are safe this summer. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Kizzy Charles-Guzman, deputy director at the Mayor’s Office of Resiliency, and Carolyn (Cari) Olson, assistant commissioner of the Bureau of Environmenta…

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Felicia Henry: Vulnerable Populations & Disasters 28:46

4y ago28:46

28:46

"Black and Brown women are one of the most vulnerable populations during disaster and they're being disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus as a result of their race, class, and gender." PhD Student & Bill Anderson Fund Fellow, Felicia Henry, talks about the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations, its link to other soc…

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Laura Abrams: Racial & Ethnic Health Disparities 19:44

4y ago19:44

19:44

"What started as an equal-opportunity disease has quickly become racialized." Laura Abrams, Chair and Director of Social Welfare at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs gives an account of how COVID-19 has reinforced pre-existing racial and ethnic health disparities, with African Americans carrying a higher burden of illness and impact. Dr. Abr…

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Glenn Miyagishima: Fire Service & Stress Management 25:52

4y ago25:52

25:52

As first responders, firefighters have a long history of facing challenging situations and managing stress. Retired LA City Firefighter, Glenn Miyagishima, provides an overview of his research on stress in the Fire Service and shares tips on how employers and employees can cope with stress. Together, we discuss Fire Departments' evolving role in th…

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