The New Generation of Emergency Management with Kesley Richardson
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
As both a practitioner and researcher in emergency management, Kesley Richardson is a looking to be a game changer. Bringing youthful energy and the mind of a multidisplinary scholar to the field, he is ensuring that best practices are not just talked about but integrated. Join us today on this episode of the Multi-Hazards podcast as Kesley Richardson shares his vision, experience and passion for emergency management and protecting communities. Kesley Richardson’s Bio Kesley Richardson is a U.S. Virgin Islands Native, scholar, public speaker, researcher, and practitioner in the...
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Innovating Engagement Technology for Community Resilience with Ginny Katz
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
To really protect communities, Ginny Katz and her team at HazAdapt Inc. are designing technology that pays attention to communities and truly addresses their needs. Ginny is part of a new wave of entrepreneurs who believe equity and diversity should be at the forefront of innovation and not an afterthought. Join us today on this episode of Multi-Hazards as we hear the wisdom and heartfelt passion of Ginny Katz, at the cutting edge of both technology and community resilience. Check out the , their and . Ginny Katz’ Bio Ginny Katz, MPH, has a BS Public Health...
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Finding Certainty in the New Year (Remix with Margaret Heffernan)
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
Another year rolls by and certainty seems just as hard to find. Dr. Margaret Heffernan's recent book Uncharted: How to Navigate the Future has a message: Tomorrow may be uncharted territory, but we can learn to handle uncertainty and move forward with confidence and agility.
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Climate Change and Disasters
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
What does climate change have to do with disasters? Experts on The Multi-Hazards Podcast weigh in on how climate change is affecting the planet and human society, and how it plays a role in increasing disasters. Join us for this exciting podcast!
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Earthquakes and Volcanoes (Disasters and Human Response)
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
Earthquakes and volcanoes are among the various disasters dealt with in earlier interviews with Dr. Burçak Başbuğ Erkan and Dr. Gio Roberti. What should we all know about earthquakes and volcanoes, and, most of all, what is the human element? How have we mitigated, prepared for, responded to and recovered from these disasters? Join us!
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Environmental Racism with Dr. Ingrid Waldron
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Today the Multi-Hazards Podcast features Dr. Ingrid Waldron, professor at McMaster University, author of There’s Something in the Water: Environmental Racism in Indigenous and Black Communities and co-producer of the documentary film of the same name on Netflix. Join us!
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Empire 2.0 - How Racism & Colonialism Still Rule the World with Dr. Kehinde Andrews
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
In this episode, Dr. Kehinde Andrews spells out how racism and colonialism are still ruling the world in Empire 2.0, as well as what we can do about it. He expounds on his latest book, The New Age of Empire: How Racism and Colonialism Still Rule the World!
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Are We Adapting to Climate Change Yet? with Dr. Stewart J. Cohen
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
What's happening with climate change these days? How is our adaptation going? What are the gloomy and bright spots? Join Dr. Stewart J. Cohen, climate change adaptation scientist, as he discusses the latest science and societal discussions about humanity adapting to a rapidly changing climate. Have a listen!
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Conspiracy Theories in Turbulent Times with Dr. Ghayda Hassan
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Why are conspiracy theories so popular these days? Is it social media? Are we just more gullible nowadays? Join Dr. Ghayda Hassan, a clinical psychologist and professor at L'Université du Québec à Montréal (UQÀM), as she discusses how conspiracy theories are affecting society and how we can overcome their influence. Have a listen!
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Networking & Mentoring for a New Generation with Brandi Hunter
The Multi-Hazards Podcast
In this episode, we discuss networking and mentoring, specifically in Emergency Management (EM), with concepts that can apply to any field. Here EM specialist Brandi Hunter gives her advice, based upon her experiences in recent years, especially as founder of Aspiring Emergency Managers Online (AEMO). Join us!
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What does climate change have to do with disasters? Experts on The Multi-Hazards Podcast weigh in on how climate change is affecting the planet and human society, and how it plays a role in increasing disasters. Join us for this exciting podcast!
Study Guide here (click on PDF, top left): https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/climate-change-and-disasters
Topics include:
* How does climate change increases the frequency and magnitude of extreme weather events?
* What does "1 in 20/50/100 years" probability of a flood or other disaster mean?
* How can climate change factor into where we build homes to avoid floods?
* How has the Canadian province of British Columbia (BC) been affected by extreme weather events these past few years?
* What are "freshets"?
* How does the amount of snow (snowpack) and the way it melts factor into potential floods?
* How can knowledge of climate change risks be brought into emergency management?
* What's "risk assessment"? "Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA)"?
* Why is it important that risk assessment start at the national level?
* Why is "What do the elders say?" an all-important question for First Nations people?
* How will climate change change life for First Nations?
* Why are polar bears are eating out of garbage dumps at James Bay in Canada?
* How does "chance favour the prepared mind"?
* How are some First Nations preparing for climate change and possibly relocating?
* Why is it so important to get the message out about emergencies and climate change?
* Why are we always reminded about climate change, even when we want to forget about it?
* Why is it important to show the projected costs of climate change?
* What are these health factors from climate change: declining air quality due to ground-level ozone, increasing incidence of Lyme disease and the health effects of hotter temperatures?
SOURCES (past Multi-Hazards episodes):
S01 E13 Earthquakes, Disaster Education & Protecting Communities - Interview with Dr. Burçak Başbuğ Erkan, June 18, 2020
Link: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/earthquakes-disaster-management-education-protecting-communities-interview-with-dr-burak-babu-erkan
S01 E17 Emergency Management with the Red Dragon - Interview with Paul Edmonds, June 25, 2020
Link: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/emergency-management-with-the-red-dragon-interview-with-paul-edmonds
S02 E02 The Cutting Edge - First Nations & Emergency Management - Interview with Wilbert Wesley, July 24, 2020
Link: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/the-cutting-edge-first-nations-emergency-management-interview-with-wilbert-wesley
S04 E15 Black Emergency Managers Worldwide - Conversation with Charles D Sharp, July 2, 2021
Link: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/black-emergency-managers-worldwide-conversation-with-charles-d-sharp
S04 E19 The Health Costs of Climate Change with Dylan Clark, the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices, July 30, 2021
Link: https://multi-hazards.libsyn.com/the-health-costs-of-climate-change-with-dylan-clark-the-canadian-institute-for-climate-choices
Intro: "Ten Inch Spikes" by Jeremy Korpas on Youtube Audio Library
Outro: "Friendly Dance" by Nico Staf on YouTube Audio Library
Photo by British Columbia Ministry of Transportation on Flicker: "Commercial vehicle stuck in mudslide debris on Highway 12. Heavy rain on August 16 [2021] caused multiple mudslides on BC Highway 1 and 12 in the Fraser Canyon. Crews continue to work to clear the debris and re-open the highways."