Strong Homes, Safe Families!

In this episode, FLASH President and CEO Leslie Chapman Henderson discusses the importance of wind science and building resilience with Dr. Tanya Brown-Giammanco and Dr. Marc Levitan from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). They explore personal journeys into wind science, the evolution of tornado safety design, and the differences between tornadoes and hurricanes. The conve...

In this episode of Strong Home Safe Families, host LeslieChapman-Henderson speaks with Dr. Michael Brennan, Director of the National Hurricane Center, about the upcoming hurricane season and the importance of preparedness. They discuss the evolution of weather communication, the challenges of forecasting storm surge, and the significance of knowing evacuation zones. The conversation emphasizes the...

In this episode of the Strong Homes, Safe Families! podcast, host Leslie Chapman-Henderson speaks with Alister Watt, Chief Product Officer at the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS). They discuss the urgent need for wildfire preparedness, especially in light of recent devastating wildfires in California. The conversation covers the Wildfire Prepared Home program, which helps ho...

In the latest episode of the Strong Homes, Safe Families! podcast, host John Zarrella sits down with FLASH Partner Leah Wiggs, Vice President of Government Affairs at Renew Financial , to discuss the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. This insightful conversation provides homeowners with essential information on how to fund home-strengthening improvements through PACE. The episode cove...

The podcast episode features a conversation between host John Zarrella and Leslie Chapman-Henderson, President and CEO of the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), discussing tornado safety and recent findings from the 2024 #TornadoStrong Survey. They highlight the importance of preparedness and dispel misconceptions surrounding tornadoes, emphasizing actionable steps homeowners can t...

This episode is hosted by FLASH President and CEO Leslie Chapman-Henderson with guests Joseph Chappell, Outreach & Communication, Building Science Branch Planning, Safety & Building Science Division, Risk Management Directorate, FIMA, Resilience, FEMA and Dr. Pataya Scott, Civil Engineer, Earthquake and Wind Programs Branch, FIMA Resilience, FEMA. In honor of 2023 Building Safety Month , t...

In this episode , host Leslie Chapman Henderson, President and CEO of the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), and guest John Zarrella, President of JZ Media and former CNN correspondent, revisit their experiences before, during, and after Category Five Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida on August 24, 1992. Andrew roared ashore after decades of low hurricane activity leaving South Florida r...

In this episode , host Leslie Chapman Henderson, President and CEO of the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), and guest John Zarrella, President of JZ Media and former CNN correspondent, revisit their experiences before, during, and after Category Five Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida on August 24, 1992. Andrew roared ashore after decades of low hurricane activity leaving South Florida r...

How do building codes affect disaster safety and resilience? Can we affordably build structures that withstand the test of time? Everyone deserves a safe place to live, so how do building codes help achieve that goal? In this episode, Leslie Chapman-Henderson, President and CEO, Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), and John Ingargiola, Lead Physical Scientist at Founding and Legacy Partner FEM...

How do building codes affect disaster safety and resilience? Can we affordably build structures that withstand the test of time? Everyone deserves a safe place to live, so how do building codes help achieve that goal? In this episode, Leslie Chapman-Henderson, President and CEO, Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), and John Ingargiola, Lead Physical Scientist at Founding and Legacy Partner FEM...

With more than $40 billion in insured losses due to wildfire in just the past three years, understanding wildfire threats to homes and families is vital. This episode offers an in-depth conversation about the continuing toll of wildfire losses across the United States, making it clear that there is STILL more to do. You can do your part by participating in the National Fire Protection Association'...

With more than $40 billion in insured losses due to wildfire in just the past three years, understanding wildfire threats to homes and families is vital. This episode offers an in-depth conversation about the continuing toll of wildfire losses across the United States, making it clear that there is STILL more to do. You can do your part by participating in the National Fire Protection Association'...

Some might recall ten years ago when a deadly tornado outbreak hit Alabama. One young family will never forget. That family is the Harrison’s. On April 27, 2011, they survived what NOAA dubbed “… the deadliest day for tornadoes in 75 years.” Since that day, they have shared their inspiring story to help prevent injuries and deaths from deadly extreme winds. Please join our guest host, weather vete...

With 52 million downloads, the wildly popular MyRadar app is a weather alerting leader, and this podcast with MyRadar’s Mark Taylor delivers insights for weather geeks of all kinds. From the early days of polygons and maps to the state of weather tech, Mark and guest host John Zarrella cover all the bases. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with two former national broadcast journalists who ser...

With 52 million downloads, the wildly popular MyRadar app is a weather alerting leader, and this podcast with MyRadar’s Mark Taylor delivers insights for weather geeks of all kinds. From the early days of polygons and maps to the state of weather tech, Mark and guest host John Zarrella cover all the bases. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with two former national broadcast journalists who ser...

This week's Strong Homes, Safe Families! guest is self-described rock nerd, Amanda Siok - Earthquake, Tsunami, and Volcano Program Manager for FEMA Region X in Seattle. During this interview, Amanda offers a dive into Alaska's earthquake history, building code progress, resilience strategies, and much more during this episode. Her perspectives on disaster safety through strong buildings and best p...

This week's Strong Homes, Safe Families! guest is self-described rock nerd, Amanda Siok - Earthquake, Tsunami, and Volcano Program Manager for FEMA Region X in Seattle. During this interview, Amanda offers a dive into Alaska's earthquake history, building code progress, resilience strategies, and much more during this episode. Her perspectives on disaster safety through strong buildings and best p...

Depending on where you live, earthquakes to tornadoes, and wildfires are all too common and concerning perils. What can you do to protect your home and family from each potentially dangerous type of natural hazard and disaster? This week, we turned the tables, and FLASH President and CEO Leslie Chapman- Henderson is interviewed by John Zarrella, JZ Media, former CNN Correspondent, and one of our v...

Depending on where you live, earthquakes to tornadoes, and wildfires are all too common and concerning perils. What can you do to protect your home and family from each potentially dangerous type of natural hazard and disaster? This week, we turned the tables, and FLASH President and CEO Leslie Chapman- Henderson is interviewed by John Zarrella, JZ Media, former CNN Correspondent, and one of our v...

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) Leslie Chapman-Henderson Email: info@flash.org Toll-free: (877) 221-SAFE (7233)

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) Leslie Chapman-Henderson Email: info@flash.org Toll-free: (877) 221-SAFE (7233)

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) Leslie Chapman-Henderson Email: info@flash.org Toll-free: (877) 221-SAFE (7233)

We often say that building codes are the foundation for resilience, and today’s new podcast reinforces that message.  This week’s Strong Homes, Safe Families! guest is Edward (Ed) M. Laatsch, Director - Safety, Planning, and Building Science Division of the Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration (FIMA), Risk Management Directorate - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Ed is a...

We often say that building codes are the foundation for resilience, and today’s new podcast reinforces that message.  This week’s Strong Homes, Safe Families! guest is Edward (Ed) M. Laatsch, Director - Safety, Planning, and Building Science Division of the Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration (FIMA), Risk Management Directorate - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Ed is a...

The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is over today, and what a season it was. The record-setting six month period delivered 30 named storms, topping the previous 2005 record of 28. It is only fitting that this week's guest for Strong Homes, Safe Families! podcast is Dr. Rick Knabb, the on-air hurricane expert, and tropical program manager for The Weather Channel, one of our longtime resilience champ...