Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. What led to it? Why did people react so strongly to scarcity? Is there anything we can learn regarding crisis communications from this case study? To find out, we chat with Dr. Vincent Covello, an expert on crisis communication theory and practice. All this and more on this episo...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore the concept of management by objective, and some of the many issues with its effective implementation. To this end we have everyone's favorite 'ICS Scholar' Tom Cox to chat about what an objective is, what makes it good, and the '4 Horsemen of the apocalypse' to avoid. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast:...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we take a look back on 2021 including reviewing our top ‘Pandemic Picks’, the ‘EPIC Disaster Highlight Reel’, a review of some Canadian firsts, and a peek at what 2022 might bring. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: Top 10 Weather Events (CBC): https://www.cbc.ca/news/scie...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast entitled ‘Humans 101 - A Review of Predictable Disaster Behaviors’, we are joined by Dr. Jean Slick as she reviews 8 basic human behaviors that are well documented and common in disaster, and yet continue to surprise us and seem to be absent from many agencies planning considerations. We’ll also review a few ‘disaster myths’ and ch...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore the concept of Scenario Planning with special guest and author of 'Disaster Proof' Lance Mortlock. Is this a tool that has a place in EM? How can you incorporate it into your practice? All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: Preparing for the future: Development of a...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we debrief the 'Emergency Management Stakeholder Summit' conference (hosted by NAIT and IAEM Canada), and review some key takeaways, quotes, and continued questions. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Like/Follow/Share: www.epicpodcast.ca @EPIC__podcast (twitter) team@epicpodcast.ca (ema...

On this very special 'EPIC Debate' episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, Josh and Grayson go head to head to debate the value of one of Canada's most closely held disaster management belief systems... the Incident Command System! A huge thanks to Ryan Jesperson for moderating this debate, as well as to NAIT for allowing us to speak at their first virtual Emergency Management...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we get to chat with one of our disaster heroes - Retired Chief of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency Tom Sampson. He'll take us through his career path highlights, a 'job description' for directors of emergency management, and his tips to surviving in tense, political, and emotionally charged environments. All this and more o...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we get existential, and hold up the awareness week mirror to you the Emergency Manager. Listen as we attempt to address the question that I’m not sure we’ve fully answered as a profession. Who are we, and who do we want to become? Special thanks to Josh Morin who helps us explore these issues. All this and more on this episode of...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we chat with Dr. Moggy about the complexities of managing livestock during disaster, and the risks and resilience associated with rural emergencies. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: AFAC Emergency Preparedness page - https://www.afac.ab.ca/resources/emergency-preparednes...

In this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast we chat with Shawna Bruce about why your communication team needs to be more closely connected to operations. What can you do to improve your crisis comms skills this #EPWeek2021? All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: http://rcfp.pbworks.com/f/MessageMapping.pdf Like/Follow/Sh...

In this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we discuss something that is often in short supply during disaster: Empathy. To that end we interview Vanessa Howard on the importance of a Trauma Informed Approach in Emergency Management. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: http://trauma-informed.ca/wp-content/uploads/201...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore the ‘how to’ behind motivating preparedness. How do you effectively communicate preparedness information? What events, organizations, and leaders should you be leveraging to get your message out? Listen as preparedness experts Rebecca Macklon and Christina Hodnett take us through how they built Alberta’s new preparednes...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we chat with Ontario Disaster and Emergency Management Conference speakers Anton Holland and Richard Moreau about building a successful exercise design program, and the pearls and pitfalls of crisis comms which have become so important during the COVID-19 Pandemic. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Releva...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we debrief speakers from one of the largest disaster conferences in Canada: The Ontario Disaster and Emergency Management Conference. Our feature speaker, Magda Sulzycki, walks us through some techniques to 'unfreeze' organizations facing crisis, and how effective program building is a key competency for all Emergency Managers. Al...

On this, the season finale of EPIC Podcast (Emergency Preparedness in Canada), we do our part to put 2020 firmly in the rearview mirror by reviewing one of the most eventful years for emergency management ever. From record breaking snowfalls, to the most expensive hailstorm ever, to the deadliest shooting in Canadian history, 2020 had it all. Oh, and also there was a Pandemic.... Help us say good...

On this special Remembrance Day episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we discuss the ever-evolving role of the Canadian Armed Forces in Domestic Disaster Relief. Listen as we speak with former military officers Nick Grimshaw and Josh Bowen on what the military has to offer, and how to include them in your local disaster response. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podc...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we discuss the notable absence of Emergency Public Alerting during the COVID-19 response so far. Did we leave a valuable tool in the toolbox? Or is public alerting just not 'All Hazards' enough for Pandemics? Special guest Jacob Westfall from PEASI helps us investigate! All this and more on EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadia...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we review what may well have been the most impact-full Emergency Preparedness Week ever! Listen as we speak to Rebecca Macklon, preparedness professional from the Alberta Emergency Management Agency about the new, and more holistic approach to disaster preparedness. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast - Current, Rele...

On this special Emergency Preparedness Week 2020 episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we speak with NGO SME Steve Elliot, on why getting to know your local capacity is so important. Favorite quote: 'The only thing worse than a lack of preparedness is the illusion of preparedness' Episode Links: https://oaem.ca/category/sub-blogs/ngo-alliance-of-ontario/ Like/Follow/Share: ww...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we depart from our normal format, and opt for a coffee with friends, hosted by the Centre for Crisis and Risk Communications. Listen in as we discuss some of the challenges that COVID-19 has posed to effective communication! All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: https://centr...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: http://www.dragonsofinaction.com/ https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2011-09485-005 http://www.dragonsofinaction.com/diagnose-your-dragons/ http://www.dragonsofinaction.com/about/ Like/Follow/Share: www.epicpodcast.ca @EPIC__podcas...

On this episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast, we explore a disaster resource which has been hiding in plain sight - Food Banks. Join us in a discussion with Food Bank AB CEO Stephanie Walsh-Rigby, and learn why you should get to know your local Food Bank a little better! All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Episode Links: https://www....

On this #EPWeek2020 episode of Emergency Preparedness in Canada, we chat about the weather! Kyle Fougere, Tornado expert, was kind enough to grant us an interview all about Tornadoes and their often misunderstood risks. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian Links: https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/index-en.aspx https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-chang...

On this episode of EPIC Podcast (Emergency Preparedness in Canada) we speak with Gender Specialist Alex Valoroso about the study of gender, the link to disaster management, and why it's so important. Listen and learn as we discuss Gender Based Analysis, and outline the process to more equitably prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: C...