Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications: Management of Issues, Crises and Disasters

Send us Fan Mail Author Doug Levy, of The Communications Golden Hour® Book, joins host Tim Conrad, APR, for the second of three episodes to discuss the roles of public information officers and crisis communications in emergencies and crises/issues. Listen For: 01:05 - Communicating in the chaotic Trump style 10:40 - Media literacy 14:12 - Navigating global conflicts 19:45 - How values can be used...

Send us Fan Mail Author Doug Levy, of The Communications Golden Hour® Book, joins host Tim Conrad, APR, for the first of three episodes to discuss the roles of public information officers and crisis communications in emergencies and crises/issues. Listen For: 01:15 - From Practitioner to Author 11:27 - The Role, Skills and Practice of a Public Information Officer 20:30 - Communications is Two-way...

Send us Fan Mail It was the year 2008. Newspapers, local and provincial/state broadcast TV news, and radio news dominated the media landscape. Misinformation wasn't a word that was used. These are the stories of the before times. When coordinating more news media was easier than responding, developing, coordinating, producing, and posting media on all channels. Listen For: 03:55 - Size Up wit...

Send us Fan Mail How do you handle the unexpected when the stakes are at their highest?   Tim sits down with Shawna Bruce to break down the critical differences between a crisis communications plan and a full-fledged program .  Recorded live at the 2024 Canadian Emergency Preparedness and Climate Adaptation Convention in Ottawa, the conversation dives deep into the importance of preparedness, flex...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it takes to be the calm in the storm during an emergency?   Tim talks with Dorit Mason, an expert in emergency planning and operations. They look at the critical role of planners in emergency operations centres (EOCs), recalling their experiences managing wildfire evacuations in 2017.   Mason shares insights on the characteristics of a great planner, the importanc...

Send us Fan Mail Is building an emergency program a matter of simply responding to crises, or does it require something more?   In the final episode of the two-part series, host Tim Conrad talks with Steph Masun about the vital role of community, communication, and adaptability in emergency management.   With years of experience in the Cariboo Regional District's emergency program, Steph shar...

Send us Fan Mail How do you rebuild communities after wildfires, floods, and chaos?   Emergency management expert Stephanie Masun dives deep into the challenges of post-disaster recovery in British Columbia's Cariboo Regional District.   From the devastation of the 2017 wildfires to multi-year recovery programs, they share powerful lessons on teamwork, community resilience, and emergency mana...

Send us Fan Mail Disaster communications isn’t just about fighting fires – it’s about connecting communities amidst chaos. In this episode, host Tim Conrad discusses the intense challenges and strategies behind managing public relations during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Guest Jan Enns delves into her own experiences with evacuation and loss, while highlighting the critical importan...

Send us Fan Mail Can strategic planning and empathy transform chaos into order? In this episode, Tim Conrad introduces Michele Toma, an information officer with expertise in research, analytics, and crisis communication strategies. They recount their experiences during the devastating 2023 British Columbia wildfire season, highlighting the importance of humanity, empathy, and meticulous documentat...

Send us Fan Mail In the eye of the storm, communication is key. In this episode, Tim Conrad and Kendra Stoner discuss the high stakes of emergency communication. They discuss the challenges and rewards of managing emergency operations centres (EOCs) during British Columbia's intense 2023 wildfire season. Kendra highlights the importance of effective communication, maintaining public trust, an...

Send us Fan Mail From the frontlines of wildfires to the heart of communities. This episode dives deep into the gritty realities of disaster communications. Tim Conrad interviews Lloyd Piehl, an experienced information officer, about their harrowing yet impactful experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Lloyd shares compelling stories of working closely with firefighters and c...

Send us Fan Mail When chaos strikes, communication is key.  In this episode of the Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications podcast, Tim sits down with Leila Daoud, an experienced public relations professional, to discuss the unprecedented 2023 British Columbia wildfire season.  Leila shares her insights on the challenges and benefits of operating in a fully remote Emergency Operations Center (...

Send us Fan Mail When wildfires rage, clear communication is the ultimate firebreak. In this episode, Tim Conrad sits down with Mike Lupien, a public relations expert, to discuss his experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season and the infamous 2016 Fort McMurray fire. Mike shares his insights on crisis communication strategies, the development of essential reentry guides, and the...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating chaos with calm. In episode one, Tim Conrad interviews Brie Thorsteinson-Ogle, an expert in strategic behavioural communication, about their experiences managing communications during the brutal 2023 British Columbia wildfires. Brie discusses the critical importance of building trust, simplifying complex processes, and effectively engaging with communities under duress....

Send us Fan Mail How can we better manage crises and disasters? Join us as we talk to people in various roles about issues management, crisis communication and emergency information. Visit www.communicationspodcast.com for more detailed show info including photos and videos.