EM Weekly Podcast

This week we are talking about emergency management and their role in utilities. In this case we are focusing on the power company. In every part of the developed world there are men and women that are keeping the lights on. And in every part of the developed world these men and women are responding to down cables and more. We are happy to included these brave people on EM Weekly. Guest Bio Steven...

This week we are talking about the growing app Nextdoor. This app brings social media to the neighborhood it has some unique features that are making this app the fastest growing social media app used by public safety and the community. Guest Bio Joseph Porcelli currently serves as a Public Agency Lead and “Professional Neighbor” for Nextdoor. In this role, Joseph focuses on providing engagement s...

This week we are talking communications with First Net. You may have heard of this partnership between the FCC and ATT to provide priority cell and other communications avenues to first responders and other public safety professionals, however, do you know how it works and why? Well we are about to find out. Guest Bio David Buchanan David Buchanan is the Executive Director of Public Safety Advocac...

This is a special edition of EM Weekly. It is the first of series of webinar-based discussion panels that we have planned to the EM community and it is completely free for you and the guests on the panel. Some webinars are 45 minuet ads about a product that you may or may not have any interest in. Here at EM Weekly we wanted to bring you an entire different experience a more interactive experience...

This week on EM Weekly we are talking about public health and emergency management. Public health has always had an important role in the safety of the community and emergency management is one of the areas that we are seeing growth in this discipline. In fact, some people in our community think that the CDC or Public Health should take the lead when it comes to EM. We are discussing that and more...

This week we talk to Sean Griffin about how to use data and the internet of things to save lives. Targeted response saves time and makes the response more efficient and effective. Also, we get deep into the discussion of the power grid and how to mitigate the risk associated with the loss of power and the cost of fires. Guest Bio Sean M. Griffin is President and Chief Strategy Officer at Disaster...

This week we talk to Anthony (Tony) Alexiou about the field of contract Emergency Management. As things change over the years we are seeing more and more roles for the Contract Emergency Manager. Tony and I discuss his time as a emergency manager consultant, overseeing UASI funds, and how he sees the fit of the EM in the system. Guest Bio Tony, with over 15 years of experience in this industry, ma...

This week we talk to Mary Jo Flynn-Nevis. MJ is what we would call a futurist. She has the pulse of what technology is coming and how we can use it in emergency management. MJ takes us through a quick history and how she has used technology in volunteer management, messaging, and how can we use smart technology to help save lives.  

This week we talk to, ourselves, yep this is an overview of the last 99 episodes and the direction of EM Weekly. Todd takes a break from hosting and allows Brian Colburn to take the helm. This is a fun and entertaining show. Now on to the interview.

This week we talk to Christa López the Director at Texas General Land Office. Christa has taken on the unique role of running a traditional job of FEMA, direct disaster housing. Christa discusses how Texas took on that job and how she is fulfilling that responsibility.

This week we are talking fitness. Yes, it is a New Year and like most people, we want to start off on the right foot. And I got to sit down with a fitness expert and not only is Tamrin a fitness expert she and her team focus on the emergency responder. Tamrin also has a podcast as well and Team Fit For Duty’s website is a great place for information and inspiration.

This week on EM Weekly we are talking to Dr. Kelly Garret from FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute about the basic, advanced and executive leadership academy’s. EMI has been the hallmark of FEMA’s training programs for years and over the last few the world has come to EMI to learn about EM leadership.

This week we kick off the new year with a discussion with FEMA’s Administrator Brock Long. Last year was one of the most active disasters seasons in history worldwide. Administrator Long has been called up to Capitol Hill a few times in 2018 and he did a good job handling the heat. Administrator Long joins EM Weekly and Todd DeVoe to discuss what 2019 is going to look like.

This week we are talking to Bruce Jones from Midland USA, the largest makers of weather radios in the world. Bruce is very passionate about how these devices can save lives. This is a device that should be in every home. As Emergency Managers across the world, we should be encouraging everyone to have one.  

This week we are talking to Sant’s emergency manager. We have learned some fun and interesting things about Santa Clause’s operations when it comes to managing an emergency in the north pole.

This week we talk to Lee Rosenburg about emergency management at the ports. Ports around the world are very important. World commerce goes and comes through our ports. If for whatever reason, natural or man-made we need to take emergency management of our ports seriously. Links LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lee-rosenberg-cem-64b77b10 Website: http://www.navigatingpreparedness.com/ Email: lee.rosenberg...

This week we talk to Tim Williamson about the role of EMS in Emergency Management. Tim Williamson has 10 years of experience in EMS and currently has a role in his departments Emergency Management Program. Links LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tim-williamson1 Email: paramedicwilliamson@gmail.com Advertisers Titan HST https://www.titanhst.com/ The Blue Cell http://www.thebluecell.com/ Stay Hydrated

This week we talk to Michael Cantor the author of the new book, Thanks for Taking the Time to Be Prepared! Stay Hydrated

This week is the special holiday book show. The Top 10 Books an EM Must Have. If you are looking for a gift idea for an emergency manager for this holiday season, here is the show for you. Every EM should have a well-stocked bookshelf and here are the ones that the emergency management community voted on and approved.

This week we talk to Retired Fire Chief Michael Antonucci about Southern California Edison’s public safety shout off and the CFED Conference.

This week we talk to Steven Eberlin about his program Prepare Our Loud. Steven spoke at TEDx Portland on why we do not prepare for earthquakes. It is a fascinating story on Steven’s journey from an English teacher to an outspoken protonate of personal preparedness.

This week we talk to Alex Tardy of the National Weather Service about the weather. Weather is always an issue during an emergency and having a connection to the NWS is a great way to serve your community. Alex brings years of experience to the table when we talk weather.

Todd, from the Floor of the IAEM conference, 2018 in Grand Rapids Michigan.  The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), which has more than 6,000 members worldwide, is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting the "Principles of Emergency Management" and representing those professionals whose goals are saving lives and protecting property and the environment dur...

This week we talk to Randy Collins of the All-Hazards Incident Management Teams Association. We discussed the direction of IMT’s, the use of EOC’s and the future of emergency management and more.

This week on episode 84 we are talking about Artificial Intelligence and how it can help Emergency Managers, plan for, and respond to disasters. Natural disasters are out of the reach and influence of human beings. However, a lot can be done to minimize the loss of lives. Artificial intelligence is one viable option that can potentially prevent massive loss of lives while at the same time make res...