How to Disaster Podcast
Episodes
Encore: How to Create a Rebuild Organization with Charles Brooks
Encore: How to Create a Rebuild Organization with Charles Brooks “Be very careful what you promise unless you know you can deliver something. There is enough heartbreak in a disaster that people don’t need to hear that you’re going to solve all their problems, and then you don’t.” –Charles Brooks The last…
How to Overcome the Challenges of Meeting Urgent Needs Post-Disaster While Building Future Resilience with Michael Morter
How to Overcome the Challenges of Meeting Urgent Needs Post-Disaster While Building Future Resilience with Michael Morter “You have to have some structure so that when that event happens, there’s a trusted grassroots network in place.” —Michael Morter It is said that disaster recovery is part problem-solving and part relationship-building. It recognizes…
Ensuring Equitable Recovery— How to Support Diverse Communities with Alicia Johnson and Dave Reid
Ensuring Equitable Recovery— How to Support Diverse Communities with Alicia Johnson and Dave Reid “If you’re a local leader, you’re knee-deep in it, moving at the speed that the community wants you to move, in the direction that they’re willing to go. That’s the basis of a successful recovery.” —Alicia Johnson “We…
How to Self-Care— Recovery Leaders and Helpers with Jolie Wills
How to Self-Care— Recovery Leaders and Helpers with Jolie Wills “One of the beautiful things disasters have to teach us is how to not just offer support, but receive it.” —Jolie Wills Emergent leaders and frontliners are akin to shock absorbers in a car. They absorb a heavy load of impact, cushioning…
Navigating Financial Challenges in a Disaster with Kate Bulger
Navigating Financial Challenges in a Disaster with Kate Bulger “Helping people adjust to that new financial reality is really critical in helping them adjust quickly. Because the longer someone goes where they’re spending more than they’re making every month, the harder it is for them to recover long-term.” —Kate Bulger When disaster…
HTD Quick Tips with Reina Pomeroy
HTD Quick Tips with Reina Pomeroy “It’s a matter of keeping the guardrails up and making sure that people continue to be safe.” —Reina Pomeroy When disaster strikes, there’s no time for mixed messages. Misinformation can fuel panic, hamper recovery efforts, and even endanger lives. Effective disaster response isn’t just about physical…
How to Address Childcare In the Midst of Disaster with Mikey Latner
How to Address Childcare In the Midst of Disaster with Mikey Latner “Disaster relief needs a space where we can provide support for kids because it has so many knock-on effects. The only way a community up and running again is if they have reliable childcare.” —Mikey Latner Natural disasters can be…
Embracing Climate Resiliency— How to Disaster Season 5
Embracing Climate Resiliency— How to Disaster Season 5 “We didn’t understand the degree to which the constant climate crisis would also layer over the current health crisis that we were having. And so, it’s more important than ever that we find the best minds and best practices to bring to you so that…
How to Improve Community Preparedness After a Wildfire with Pamela Van Halsema
How to Improve Community Preparedness After a Wildfire with Pamela Van Halsema “It’s through those human relationships that make this whole thing tolerable to do because it’s about the people involved.” -Pamela Van Halsema Wildfires are a natural part of the globe’s ecosystem. But in recent years, they’ve become more common and…
How the North Bay Forest Improvement Program Mitigates Wildfire Risks with Molly Curley O’Brien
How the North Bay Forest Improvement Program Mitigates Wildfire Risks with Molly Curley O’Brien To just have fire experts talk about resilience is not going to create a resilient project and so it’s a good thing to have folks to be part of the conversation. We do not know the full scope of…
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Welcome to "How to Disaster," the ultimate podcast for navigating the challenges of climate-based disasters, the defining crisis of our generation. With the increasing frequency and severity of these calamities, it's not a matter of if, but when you'll be affected. Whether you're a disaster survivor or seeking proactive strategies, this podcast is your beacon of hope.
In each episode, we delve into the profound stories and lessons from those who have triumphed over adversity. Join our host Jennifer Gray Thompson as we bring you the most compelling insights, innovative solutions, and best practices to equip you with the tools to face any disaster head-on.
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