Best theweatherlounge Podcasts (2024)

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The Tropics: Asleep for Now, but How Long? 32:55

9h ago32:55

32:55

We're moving through the halfway point of summer here in the Northeast and Midwestern US, but still over a month to go before the leaves start to change color! And we can't forget the tropics, which after a hot start, has cooled down a bit. Will it make a comeback? We've got all the details on today's episode! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave…

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Weather Talk: Hurricane Beryl and the Fourth of July 27:01

26d ago27:01

27:01

Hurricane Beryl has broken many records, and the season has just started. But what does it have in store for us here in the US down the road? And will Mother Nature be providing her own fireworks for your holiday? We talk about it on this week's Weather Talk. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get …

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Forecasting a Perfect Derby Day 42:08

1M ago42:08

42:08

The 156th running of the Belmont Stakes was held this past weekend, and for the first time it was at the Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga, NY. To talk about what goes on for Raceday and the impacts weather can have on the event, we decided to bring on a special guest. Davis Klein From the New York Racing Association (NYRA) joins us on this week's e…

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Weather Talk: Summer Heat, Cricket, and Horse Racing. 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

Its our 100th episode of the Weather Lounge Podcast! And we've got the whole gang on today to talk about the upcoming weather pattern, which looks to be fairly hot in the west, but a bit cooler here in the northeast. All that, plus some interesting sports talk on this week's episode. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the pod…

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Tropical Trouble: An Active Hurricane Season on the Way? 45:51

3M ago45:51

45:51

The start of Hurricane Season won't be for another few weeks, but we have our eyes set on what is looking like quite the active season headed our way. We'll be discussing the official WeatherWorks Hurricane Outlook, as well as dive into what the summer may look like across the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. Thanks for listening! Be sure…

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Weather Talk: Spring has finally Sprung! 39:54

4M ago39:54

39:54

Nor'easters, Eclipses, and earthquakes: Oh My! It's been an active few days across the northeastern US, and we're here to talk about it! Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact with us, you can reach us at weather…

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Shedding Light on the Great American Eclipse 40:50

4M ago40:50

40:50

Total Solar Eclipses; They can be once in a lifetime event for some people, and we are gracious to have one coming up April 8th here in the United States. The next one across the lower 48 won't be until August of 2044, so it may be your last chance to check up on this wonderful phenomenon. To get ready for this solar spectacle, we invited NCAR scie…

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Is Winter Really Over? Our Updated look at March and Beyond! 45:10

5M ago45:10

45:10

Well, we had some wintry threats through mid February, at least here in the Northeastern US. But outside of that, it's been fairly tame for most of the area. So, that begs the question: Is Winter Over? We brought back WeatherWorks Long Range Expert, Kyle Leahy, to figure that out. Note: We have a supplementary video version of the podcast that will…

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Once Every Four Years: A Look at Leap Day Weather 44:45

5M ago44:45

44:45

It's Leap Day! To celebrate, we have a special episode on The Weather Lounge, talking all about the day and some interesting weather facts. Come check it out! Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact with us, you c…

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Is the Groundhog Right? A look at February and Beyond 37:19

6M ago37:19

37:19

We all heard about the groundhog's prediction of an early spring this year. If you're a fan of warmer weather, especially in the northeastern US, you may want to hear this...Winter is coming back in full force and will bring cold shots and additional snow threats into March. WeatherWorks Long Range Meteorologist Kyle Leahy joined us in the Lounge t…

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Looking "Under the Hood" of a Winter Storm 43:30

6M ago43:30

43:30

We're bringing back an old episode from 2022, talking all about the ins and outs of winter storms, specifically here in the Eastern US. We may not be auto body experts, but we'll almost act like them as we dive into the mechanics of what makes winter storms work. Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for…

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A Midwestern Perspective on Weather Forecasting 1:05:23

7M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

What in the world is Midwesting? Well, it may or may not be a made-up term to describe a certain weather phenomena that occurs in the Midwestern US....But you'll just have to listen to find out! Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you w…

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Taking a Look at more Holiday Movies 53:37

7M ago53:37

53:37

Well, the Holidays are upon us, and we decided revisit an older topic we did back a few years ago, discussing some of our favorite holiday movies. And of course, trying to solve the bigger question: Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie. We'll return to more weather related content in 2024, so stay tuned for some great episodes! Visit liquid-iv.com …

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Winter Weather’s Impact on Public Works Departments 56:04

8M ago56:04

56:04

We've got a great guest in the Lounge this week! Ken Budd, from the Washington Township, NJ Public Works, joined us to talk all about winter operations from the perspective of a road department. We enjoyed having Ken on the podcast! Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a …

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Learning about Winter Weather Jargon 1:04:02

8M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Bomb cyclones, Clippers, and Miller B's oh My! Just a few of the winter weather jargon you might hear thrown around this upcoming winter, and we're here to talk about it! Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact wi…

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Upgrade your Snow Removal Operations w/ The Snowfighters Institute 48:04

9M ago48:04

48:04

Snow and Ice Professionals, we've got a great episode coming your way. Industry expert and Managing Partner of Grow the Bench, Neal Glatt, joined us in the Weather Lounge to talk how the Snowfighters Institute is helping to build better snow & ice businesses. Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next order! Thanks for lis…

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The Full 2023-24 Winter Outlook 46:30

9M ago46:30

46:30

We've crunched the numbers and analyzed some things over since August, but the time has come to discuss the upcoming winter in full. In today's episode, we brought back WeatherWorks' Long Range Expert, Meteorologist Kyle Leahy, to discuss the nitty gritty with the winter forecast. Visit liquid-iv.com and use our Promo Code to save 20% off your next…

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Key Hiring Strategies for Snow Removal Businesses w/ Team Engine 49:46

10M ago49:46

49:46

This is an episode we aired back in the summer but think has relevance as we head into the upcoming winter season. It seems like every year, it becomes harder for snow & ice professionals to maintain seasonable workers. But what can you do? Well, on this episode of The Weather Lounge, the co-founder of Team Engine, Carlos Del Pozo, stopped on by. T…

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How Early Can it Snow? 47:40

10M ago47:40

47:40

Summer is over, and Fall is here. And with one season closer to Winter, one may ask: When will it start to snow? If you're in colder climates and very high elevation regions, chances are you have seen snow as early as August or September. But what about for major cities like NYC, Chicago or Washington D.C? Well, we answer those questions and more o…

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Teleconnections: Meteorologist’s Alphabet Soup 47:57

11M ago47:57

47:57

The NAO, PNA, MJO, etc. You've probably heard of these buzzwords thrown around on social media, and especially if you're someone who follows the weather closely. These are what we refer to as "teleconnections" and they basically drive our patterns over a span of months. In this episode, we bring WeatherWorks Long Range expert, Kyle Leahy, to talk a…

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Our Early Thoughts on the 2023-24 Winter Season 53:18

11M ago53:18

53:18

It's getting to be that time of year again! We're just weeks away from the start of the fall season, and mere months from the winter solstice; Perfect time to be thinking about snow! That's at least, depending on where you are in the US. The WeatherWorks Long Range Team has been working hard these last few weeks, and we're proud to present our earl…

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There’s Weather in the Music 55:46

12M ago55:46

55:46

How many songs do you know that reference some form of weather? Whether (see what we did there?) it's the song title or just one lyric, artists have referenced meteorological phenomenon forever. And we're here to discuss just a handful of them. We even brought in a guest who knows a thing or two about music. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a…

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El Niño and the Hurricane Season 41:54

12M ago41:54

41:54

There's no doubt about it: El Niño is here! But what does that mean for the rest of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and the weather pattern going forward? We brought in our resident Tropical Expert Steve Copertino to explain it all in this week's episode. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in co…

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Key Hiring Strategies for Snow Removal Businesses 48:09

1y ago48:09

48:09

Why is it hard to hire seasonal snow shovelers during the winter season? If you're a professional in the snow & ice industry, this episode is for you! Our special guest today is Carlos Del Pozo, co-founder of Team Engine: a hiring platform that helps companies build and retain their workforce. He'll be talking all about the ins and ours of how to b…

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The Value of Using Weather Forums 48:19

1y ago48:19

48:19

It's no question how valuable the weather community is on social media. Whether you're a degreed meteorologist or just a "weather weenie", having a group of people who share a similar niche passion is something else. In this episode, we're joined with one of the founders of the weather forum "33 & Rain", Steve Copertino, to talk all about how weath…

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Talking About Summer Weather Records 1:05:04

1y ago1:05:04

1:05:04

We did a similar episode earlier this year, discussing records during the winter season. And now that we are officially into the summer season here in the Northern Hemisphere, we decided to crack into some of the biggest summer weather records. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact with…

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Our 2023 Summer and Hurricane Outlook 42:47

1y ago42:47

42:47

We've got the latest scoop on the upcoming summer season here in the United States. From droughts to heatwaves, we'll have it all. And with a developing El Nino, how will that affect this years Hurricane Season? Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact with us, you can reach us at weatherl…

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Previewing the 26th Annual Snow & Ice Symposium w/SIMA CEO Martin Tirado 45:30

1y ago45:30

45:30

We've got a return guest on the podcast this week. With the 26th Annual SIMA Snow & Ice Symposium coming up in June, we decided to call a buddy of ours to talk all about it. His name is Martin Tirado and he is the current CEO of the Snow & Ice Management Association. More information on this year's SIMA Snow & Ice Symposium Here Don't forget to che…

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Shifting into the Green Season: Severe Weather and More! 59:14

1y ago59:14

59:14

We've got another re-release of an episode we recorded back in 2021, talking all about the shift in weather threats as we head into the Spring and Summer months. On this episode, we invited Rob Reale, the Director of Meteorological Services at WeatherWorks, to talk all about it. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast.…

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Reconstructing the Weather: The Role of a Forensic Meteorologist 1:06:18

1+ y ago1:06:18

1:06:18

According to the dictionary, the term "forensic" denotes the application of scientific methods, techniques, and knowledge to solving legal problems and crimes. But, how does meteorology come into play? In this revisit of an older podcast episode, The forensic experts of WeatherWorks sits down with us in the Lounge to talk about the role of forensic…

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How Weather Impacts Fantasy Sports w/ Ryan Ripken 55:35

1+ y ago55:35

55:35

Baseball season is finally here! And while the weather plays a crucial role in how a game is played, it also has implications to those with fantasy leagues. Who better to discuss this than someone who knows a think or two about fantasy sports! We have former Baltimore Orioles Minor League baseball player and host of the Off Script with Rip podcast,…

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Podcast Crossover: Carolina Weather Group, Weather Brains, and more! 1:14:03

1+ y ago1:14:03

1:14:03

This is going to be a special episode this week. We were recently invited by the Carolina Weather Group to do a crossover episode with a bunch of other weather podcasts (including Weather Brains and Storm Front Freaks) for National Weather Podcast Month! We had a great time talking to all the other creators and hope you enjoy this episode. Check ou…

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Our Interview with ”Supercell” Director, Jamie Winterstern 48:26

1+ y ago48:26

48:26

With the likes of movies such as Twister and Into the Storm, comes a fresh new take on the storm chasing experience. Supercell, directed by Herbert James "Jamie" Winterstern, dives into the story of a young man named William Brody, son of the legendary storm chaser; Bill Brody, as he seeks answers about his father's legacy. In this episode of The W…

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Maximizing your Snow Business in a Lean Winter w/ Canete Snow Management 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

51:23

Mild winter's are tough, especially if you own a snow removal business. But is it all doom and gloom, or are there ways you can take advantage of the below average snowfall? Well, we decided to find out in this episode by talking to Tom Canete. He is the owner and CEO of Canete Snow Management, who gave us some good insight about how his company is…

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A Look at the Winter Pattern: Is the Groundhog Right? 34:57

1+ y ago34:57

34:57

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow last week, and that means: 6 more weeks of winter. Right? Well, our WeatherWorks Long Range team has said from the beginning that this stretch from February to March was going to be a tough for a snowy pattern. Will we see a continued lackluster winter for the Northeast US, or is there still hope? We'll try to answe…

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Looking into Winter Weather Records 1:10:22

1+ y ago1:10:22

1:10:22

On this episode of The Weather Lounge, Mike and Brad are joined with a special guest to help tackle the most interesting weather records that have been set over the years. Some may surprise you! Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in contact with us, you can reach us at weatherlounge@weatherwork…

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Paving the Way for Safety and Efficiency in the Snow & Ice Industry 43:08

1+ y ago43:08

43:08

We've got a great episode this week. The CEO of CrewTracker Software (and our sponsor), John Paganini, stopped by the Lounge for a chit chat about snow & ice. He was named one of Cleveland Business' 2022 Notable Executives in Technology and has had a career in Information sciences and health systems for almost 45 years. He sat down with us to talk …

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Revisiting the November 2022 Lake Effect Event 44:14

1+ y ago44:14

44:14

Over 80 inches of snow. That sounds like a lot, because it is. But Orchard Park, NY managed to accumulate that much in just a few days. To put things into perspective: The average snowfall New York City sees in a year is roughly 27".....that's only in ONE YEAR! They also managed to get 66" of snow in 24 hours: which is a state record! On this episo…

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Broadcasting the Weather w/ Glenn ”Hurricane” Schwartz 1:10:16

1+ y ago1:10:16

1:10:16

On this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing the great Philadelphia icon: Glenn "Hurricane" Schwartz. He's been a meteorologist for 50 years, 42 of those in front of a TV camera. Glenn just recently retired after serving 27 years at NBC10 in Philadelphia and is a part of the Philadelphia Broadcast Hall of Fame. More info on Glenn's Publicat…

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Decoding the 2022-23 Winter Outlook 57:05

1+ y ago57:05

57:05

The winter season is approaching. We've already had places see their first snow of the year, but what can we expect heading into the new year? Join us as senior meteorologists Ken Elliott and Mike Mihalik use their 30 years of combined forecast experience to do a deep dive on this year's outlook. From the busiest periods to the concern for mixed ev…

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Winter Weather Terms You Should Know 59:36

1+ y ago59:36

59:36

It's our popular podcast series where we talk about...you guessed it....weather terms! With just under two months left until the winter season, we decided to revisit some of our weather terms from previous episodes and talk a little more on the matter. Thanks for listening! Be sure to leave a comment and rate the podcast. If you want to get in cont…

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Remembering Hurricane Sandy: 10 years later 1:10:41

2y ago1:10:41

1:10:41

October 29th, 2012: One of the most iconic and destructive Hurricanes makes landfall in NJ. We're talking about Hurricane Sandy. Also known as "Superstorm" Sandy, this Category 1 post tropical cyclone brought hundreds of millions of dollars in damage and over 200 fatalities. On this special episode, we brought back our President and CEO, Frank Lomb…

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Exploring the James Webb Telescope w/ Astronomer Derrick Pitts 51:33

2y ago51:33

51:33

If you're a space nut, this one's for you! We've got the ridiculously smart and talented astronomer, Derrick Pitts in today's episode. He is the chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, PA and has been working there for over 40 years! Derrick has been a NASA Solar System Ambassador since 2009 and serves as the "Astrobiology Ambas…

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Joe Moravsky: American Ninja Warrior 52:13

2y ago52:13

52:13

Calling all American Ninja Warrior fans: We've got the one, the only, the weatherman on this exciting episode! Joe Moravsky has certainly the impressive resume, with over 10 appearances on the show, taking the Last Ninja Standing twice, and managing the Stamford CT Ninja Academy! He's also a passionate meteorologist. Learn more about Joe: https://j…

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Our Chat with a Hurricane Hunter: Part 2 34:29

2y ago34:29

34:29

This is part two of our special interview with the Hurricane Hunter, Lieutenant Colonel Ryan Rickert. Make sure you listen to Part 1 before you give this episode a listen, as we pick up right where we left off! This episode of The Weather Lounge is brought to you by CrewTracker Software Want to contact us with a future episode idea? Email: weatherl…

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Our Chat with a Hurricane Hunter: Part 1 38:56

2y ago38:56

38:56

We're excited for this one! With the peak of Hurricane Season nearby, we decided to get an expert opinion from a guy who does the opposite of what they tell you to do when a Hurricane is coming! He is Lieutenant Colonel Ryan Rickert of the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron. Yes, that's right: Ryan is a Hurricane Hunter! This episode of The Weath…

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Lightning Strikes and Airplanes: Should You Be Worried? 58:43

2y ago58:43

58:43

How many times have you been stuck at the airport after your flight was delayed due to weather? We've all be there, and yes it's frustrating. Understand though that these delays are not in vein! Lots of procedures must be followed when a pilot decides to fly into inclement weather to keep passengers safe. On this episode of the Weather Lounge, we b…

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Weather on the Battle Field w/ Lieutenant Colonel Brian Jenson 51:40

2y ago51:40

51:40

Weather has been an important aspect in strategic military planning for hundreds of years, so we wanted to get an expert on the subject. Who better than to talk to someone who knows a thing or two about the military! We sat down with Lieutenant Colonel Brian Jenson, who has been on multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and is now a Joint Fires In…

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Building a Better Snow and Ice Contract w/ Tovar Snow Professionals 1:02:10

2y ago1:02:10

1:02:10

It may be in the 90s, but we're thinking snow on this episode of The Weather Lounge. And if you've got a snow & ice removal company, you won't want to miss this! We talked with Steve Golyzniak from Tovar Snow Professionals: Powered by the Outworx Group. He gave us some good insights into what makes for a perfect snow contract and the benefits of ha…

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Thunder and Lightning Are Most Definitely Frightening! 53:11

2y ago53:11

53:11

You've been told to head indoors when you hear thunder, but what if you find yourself stuck outside. Can trees really attract lightning? And what can you do during a flash flood to keep you safe? We answered these and more summer safety questions on an all new episode here in the Weather Lounge. Want to contact us with a future episode idea? Email:…

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