Best Issues Management Podcasts (2024)

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Case Study: 2008 Nova Scotia Porters Lake and Lake Echo Wildfire - The first sign of social media and misinformation in an emergency | Host Tim Conrad looks back at his first wildfire as a public information ... 24:05

23h ago24:05

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Send us a text It was the year 2008. Newspapers, local and provincial/state broadcast TV news, and radio news dominated the media landscape. Misinformation wasn't a word that was used. These are the stories of the before times. When coordinating more news media was easier than responding, developing, coordinating, producing, and posting media on al…

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Crisis Communications Management: Training for the Worst, Performing at Your Best. How to Develop From Plan to Program. With guest Shawna Bruce, and host Tim Conrad | PIO, Public Information Officer, Public ... 39:32

15d ago39:32

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Send us a text How do you handle the unexpected when the stakes are at their highest? Tim sits down with Shawna Bruce to break down the critical differences between a crisis communications plan and a full-fledged program. Recorded live at the 2024 Canadian Emergency Preparedness and Climate Adaptation Convention in Ottawa, the conversation dives de…

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Avoiding Panic: Learning from Planning and Preparedness in Earthquake and Tsunami Zones, plus Dark Humour | Host Tim Conrad, APR, with guest Dorit Mason 32:30

22d ago32:30

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Send us a text Ever wonder what it takes to be the calm in the storm during an emergency? Tim talks with Dorit Mason, an expert in emergency planning and operations. They look at the critical role of planners in emergency operations centres (EOCs), recalling their experiences managing wildfire evacuations in 2017. Mason shares insights on the chara…

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Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Wildfires, Floods and Landslides in the Cariboo - Chilcotin Region 34:58

1M 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

1M 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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Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines 39:53

4M 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

4M 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

5M 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

5M 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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Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote EOCs 46:22

5M 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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Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines 44:34

5M 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

6M 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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Issues Management Podcasts

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Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications: Management of Issues, Crises and Disasters

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Case Study: 2008 Nova Scotia Porters Lake and Lake Echo Wildfire - The first sign of social media and misinformation in an emergency | Host Tim Conrad looks back at his first wildfire as a public information ... 24:05

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Crisis Communications Management: Training for the Worst, Performing at Your Best. How to Develop From Plan to Program. With guest Shawna Bruce, and host Tim Conrad | PIO, Public Information Officer, Public ... 39:32

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Avoiding Panic: Learning from Planning and Preparedness in Earthquake and Tsunami Zones, plus Dark Humour | Host Tim Conrad, APR, with guest Dorit Mason 32:30

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Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Wildfires, Floods and Landslides in the Cariboo - Chilcotin Region 34:58

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

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

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Documenting Disaster: The Power of Preparation 35:22

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Voices in the Inferno: Emergency Communication 38:11

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

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Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote EOCs 46:22

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Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines 44:34

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Calm in the Chaos: Mastering Wildfire Communications 49:38

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Trailer 0:35

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