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GeoTrek

The GeoTrek podcast explores the world to tell stories about extreme weather and natural disasters not covered by the mainstream media. Each conversation takes a deep-dive into the world where extreme forces of nature threaten to inflict fatalities and economic losses on vulnerable populations. These engaging stories help listeners prepare for extreme events, making their families and communities more resilient. Our guests include meteorologists, innovators, science communicators, thought leaders,

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34:08

How Residents are Mapping Flood Risks at a Hyperlocal...

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2026/02/10

🌊 In this episode, we dive into the intersection of community engagement and climate tech with Julia Drapkin, the CEO and founder of ISeeChange. As flooding and climate risks become more unpredictable, traditional data often misses the "ground truth." Julia explains how her flood tracking and risk analytics software empowers residents to document local changes, providing critical data that helps cities and engineers build more resilient infrastructure.Connect with Julia and I See Change:Website 👉

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39:02

The Science of Earthquake Early Warning: Exploring...

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2026/01/13

Robert de Groot, Operations Team Lead for USGS-managed ShakeAlert, shares insights about Earthquake Early Warning Systems. ShakeAlert is a public safety system serving 50+ million people in California, Oregon and Washington.Join us for this interesting episode!Visit our website here 👉 https://www.geo-trek.com/Watch our videos here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUqEjDwGJmk&list=PL5xmTc5tQd9l5AdQTpqZDcF7IXQ2N8ts4&index=82Learn more about ShakeAlert here 👉 https://www.shakealert.org/

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29:34

The GeoTrek 2025 Retrospective: 10 Moments That...

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2025/12/30

As we close the book on 2025, Hurricane Hal takes a look back at the top 10 GeoTrek memories of 2025, ranging from an earthquake in Greece to insights from a massive drought mural in Mexico, as well as floods, hail and snowstorms in the United States.Join us for this final journey of the year as we celebrate the stories that shaped us and look ahead to a resilient 2026.

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29:01

Inside the Nation’s First Tsunami Evacuation...

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2025/12/17

What happens when generations of tsunami stories become a blueprint for saving lives? In this episode, Quintin Swanson, Council Chairman and Education Director of the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe, explains how ancestral knowledge and modern engineering came together to build the first tsunami vertical evacuation structure in the United States.Quintin shares the tribe’s history on Washington’s coast, the warnings passed down about past quakes and tsunamis, and the turning point that pushed the

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40:43

Rebuilding After the Storm: How John Eckeberger and...

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2025/12/02

Executive Director John Eckeberger has lived a life shaped by Gulf Coast weather. A native Texan with more than 50 years in ministry, John brings both grit and compassion to his leadership at the 4B Disaster Response Network—a coalition born out of Hurricane Harvey that now serves as a model for coordinated, faith-driven disaster relief.In this episode, John walks us through the mission of 4B DRN, how it all started, and why connecting churches, nonprofits, and volunteers is the secret sauce of

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39:04

Inside 20 Years of Coastal Resilience with Tracie...

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2025/11/18

Tracie Sempier has spent more than two decades working with disaster-prone communities along the Gulf Coast — listening, teaching, evaluating, and helping local leaders strengthen their resilience. As a Coastal Resilience Engagement Specialist with Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant, she brings a rare mix of research, community insight, and hands-on experience.On this episode of GeoTrek, she shares what she’s learned about preparedness, trust, communication, and the realities communities face long after

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40:49

Smarter, Safer Housing: A Conversation with...

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2025/11/04

Documentary filmmaker George Siegal, founder of Move the World Films, exposes the hidden risks in our homes and what we can do to make smarter, safer housing decisions before disaster strikes.Be one of the first 10 to click the link below and you'll receive a free guest pass to watch The Last House Standing for FREE! - Click this link 👉 https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=f8e08b24-5d3a-45a9-982f-ef89c4d7fd41 - Then use this code at checkout (all uppercase) 👉 HURRICANEHALSPECIAL🎙️

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43:27

How Home Depot Prepares for Extreme Weather with...

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2025/10/21

When hurricanes or floods threaten, most of us rush to The Home Depot to stock up—but have you ever wondered how they prepare?In this special episode, recorded during one of Dr. Hurricane Hal's talks at the National Tropical Weather Conference (NTWC), Hal and his colleagues sit down with Jason Arigoni from The Home Depot to talk about how the company gears up before, during, and after extreme weather events.From supply chain logistics to community support, Jason shares how Home Depot keeps stores

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29:41

From Hollywood to High Water: Turning Flood Data into...

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2025/10/07

Television producer and digital storyteller Dan Krueger has spent his career turning complex stories into captivating visuals — from CBS and Discovery Channel to his latest work as Lead Technical Field Producer of FloodVision, a groundbreaking Climate Central project bringing flood risk to life.In this episode of GeoTrek, host Dr. “Hurricane Hal” Needham talks with Dan about his journey through television, marketing, and science communication — and how tools like FloodVision are helping forecasters,

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36:34

Making Sense of Extreme Weather: Climate...

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2025/09/23

Shel Winkley, Weather and Climate Engagement Specialist, joins Hurricane Hal to discuss his career journey, his work at Climate Central, and where he helps bridge the gap between complex science and public understanding. They dig into the importance of attribution research, lessons learned from unforgettable storms, and the future of weather messaging. Listeners will walk away with practical insights into why clear communication could save lives in an era of increasing extremes.

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35:41

Why Clear Communication Saves Lives in Disasters with...

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2025/09/09

Clear communication is paramount for effective disaster response. Julie Kay Roberts, seasoned expert in strategic communications and emergency management, joins us on GeoTrek podcast #119 to talk about the importance of having a disaster plan, and to share about her amazing work at the Private Sector Emergency Management Association (psema.org).

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42:47

The 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with Jim...

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2025/08/26

Hurricane Katrina changed the Gulf Coast forever. 20 years later, GeoTrek host Hal Needham sits down with legendary Weather Channel meteorologist Jim Cantore, who rode out the storm in coastal Mississippi.Jim shares his firsthand experience covering Katrina in 2005, the unforgettable moments he witnessed on the ground, and the lessons we’ve learned since then about hurricane preparedness and resilience.👉 Subscribe for more stories from the front lines of extreme weather.

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36:28

Hurricane Katrina: Lessons Learned and the Path...

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2025/08/12

In this episode of GeoTrek, we’re joined by Alessandra Jerolleman, Director of Research at the Center for Environment, Land, and Law at Loyola University in New Orleans. As we mark the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Alessandra shares her personal story of the storm’s impact and reflects on the critical lessons we've learned since then.We dive deep into the ongoing challenges of flood protection, discussing both the benefits and risks of levee systems, as well as how infrastructure can lead

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33:55

When the Waters Rise: Alex Garcia on Deadly Flash...

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2025/07/29

Catastrophic floods killed at least 135 people in the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Alex Garcia, Chief Meteorologist at Fox 29 San Antonio, explains the science behind sudden and violent flash floods in this region, and what we can do to reduce loss of life and property in the future.

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34:55

Protecting Your Property: Floodproofing with Tom Little

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2025/07/15

Flooding is the most common—and costly—natural disaster in the U.S. So how do you protect your property before the water rises?Tom Little, President and CEO of Smart Vent Products, LLC, joins Dr. Hal to explain the science and strategy behind wet and dry floodproofing. A Certified Floodplain Manager and longtime educator in resilient design, Tom shares how these methods can drastically reduce flood damage and lower insurance premiums.💧 Topics covered:Wet vs. dry floodproofing: What’s the

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36:38

Smart Homes, Safer Communities with Carl Schneider

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2025/07/01

Join “Hurricane Hal” Needham as he sits down with Carl Schneider, insurance agent and co-founder of Smart Home America, for a story that spans continents and communities. Drawing on the ingenuity of his Swiss ancestors and the perspectives they passed down, Carl shares how smarter construction methods—honed in the rebuilding efforts of post-Katrina Mississippi—can safeguard disaster-prone areas and reduce losses where it matters most.Why you’ll love this episode:• Discover the lessons Carl learned

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39:48

East Asia Typhoons & Florida Hurricanes – A Global...

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2025/06/17

Join host Hal Needham as he talks with Meteorologist Robert Speta about the stark differences in preparing for and experiencing tropical cyclones. Speta shares invaluable insights into forecasting and living through powerful typhoons in East Asia, a region renowned for its exceptional disaster preparedness. He also raises critical concerns about hurricane complacency in northeast Florida, where he now resides. Discover why residents in this area, despite being on the fringe of recent hurricane

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41:34

Exploring the Interface of Climate Resiliency and...

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2025/05/27

How do we protect our past from our future? On the latest GeoTrek, we tackle this crucial question with preservation powerhouse Lisa Craig-Hensley! With over 30 years' experience, Lisa reveals the strategies and innovations for making historic properties, from Annapolis to Lodi, more resilient to climate impacts. Prepare to be inspired.

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28:55

Forensic Meteorology at the 2025 Allied Trust...

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2025/04/24

How does forensic meteorology help protect homeowners and insurers from fraud? In this episode, recorded live at the 2025 Allied Trust Litigation Summit, we sit down with Amy Fail and Ron Ligocki from Allied Trust to explore how advanced weather science is being used in insurance claims investigations. They share insights on:The role of forensic meteorology in detecting fraudulent claimsHow Allied Trust is using data to protect policyholdersPractical advice for homeowners to avoid contractor

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34:02

Living Shorelines with Ryan Gilbert

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2025/04/08

Coastal communities face growing threats from erosion, storms, and rising sea levels—but could nature itself be the key to resilience? In Episode 110 of the GeoTrek Podcast, we explore how living shorelines blend natural and engineered solutions to protect our coasts. Our guest, Ryan Gilbert, a natural resource specialist and project manager with Headway Environmental, shares insights on where these projects work best, their biggest opportunities and challenges, and how they are funded.Whether

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