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WeatherHype is a podcast that explores the connections and relatable impacts of weather and climate on our everyday lives. Started by Castle Williams and Minh Phan in 2016, WeatherHype highlights the human dimensions of weather and climate on a platform where people can easily tune in, walk away with new ideas, and get a fresh perspective on the world of weather and its far reaching impacts on society. After three seasons, they are eager to continue delivering unique weather and climate stories, sharing their passion for social science, and having fun along the way by opening up about their personal lives, friendship, and favorite songs and artists.
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Apr 22, 202200:33
Episode 66: Perspectives on Hurricane Laura

Episode 66: Perspectives on Hurricane Laura

Surprise! It's a new episode of WeatherHype! On this special episode of WeatherHype, we are breaking down the messaging and graphics associated with Hurricane Laura and reflect on the impact that Laura made to communities in Texas and Louisiana.
Tweets Discussed During the Episode:
Modernized Hurricane Laura Graphics: twitter.com/geostrophic/status/1298392681631154179 (https://twitter.com/geostrophic/status/1298392681631154179)
NWS 'Unsurvivable' Tweet #1: twitter.com/nws/status/1298639490806947842 (https://twitter.com/nws/status/1298639490806947842)
NWS 'Unsurvivable' Tweet #2: twitter.com/nws/status/1298665340801613824 (https://twitter.com/nws/status/1298665340801613824)
Don't Use Hurricane Laura Hashtag: twitter.com/wx_becks/status/1298644828398522368 (https://twitter.com/wx_becks/status/1298644828398522368)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison and "BenJamin Banger" by Bobby Drake: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Aug 29, 202046:19
65: Analyzing Broadcast Meteorology Language During Major Weather Events w/ Robert Prestley

65: Analyzing Broadcast Meteorology Language During Major Weather Events w/ Robert Prestley

We are joined by Robert Prestley (NCAR), who talks about his research analyzing broadcast meteorologists in Houston who were covering Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Using YouTube videos of the broadcasters, he used qualitative research methods to understand individual meteorologists at KHOU-TV and their use of specific words, phrases, and figurative language to talk about the impacts of Hurricane Harvey on Houstonians.

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "1400" and by Yung Kartz: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
May 26, 202043:35
Episode 64: Social Distancing with Castle and Minh

Episode 64: Social Distancing with Castle and Minh

Minh and Castle catch up, and we're talking about.... of course, the coronavirus. Castle thinks he actually had COVID-19, so we walk through what that experience was like. And how does the pandemic play into weather and climate? We talk a bit about that. And Minh downloads TikTok... so that's a thing. Check in and listen to our latest episode of WeatherHype.
Apr 06, 202053:11
Episode 63: Color Consistency w/ Caroline MacDonald

Episode 63: Color Consistency w/ Caroline MacDonald

It's National Weather Podcast Month, and we are joined by Caroline MacDonald to discuss the use of color in the weather enterprise! We touch on color as a means to communicate weather-related risk, Caroline's thesis project on color consistency, and, finally, discuss the challenges of maintaining color consistency in the weather enterprise that is dominated by marketing and branding constraints. Stick around, because an exciting episode of WeatherHype is coming up next!
Make sure to check out the other podcasts that are participating in National Weather Podcast Month: Storm Front Freaks, B-Squared Podcast, Weather Brains, and Caroline Weather Group
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "1400" and by Yung Kartz: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Mar 11, 202048:36
Episode 62: Keeping It 100, About #AMS100

Episode 62: Keeping It 100, About #AMS100

It's a new season of WeatherHype, and that means it's time for another American Meteorological Society conference! As the weather enterprise gears up for one of the largest conferences in our discipline, we thought it would be fun to talk about some of our previous experiences, provide some tips/tricks for attending the conference, and help first time attendees understand what to expect. On this new episode of season 5, we are breaking down all the hidden knowledge about the AMS Conference and giving listeners a refresher on what they can expect at the American Meteorological Society's 100th Annual Meeting. Stay tuned, because we are keeping it 100, about #AMS100!
For more information discussed during this episode, visit www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-62.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-62.html)
Check out Becky DePodwin's guide to surviving AMS: medium.com/@wx_becks/ams-101-a-guide-to-surviving-and-thriving-at-the-annual-meeting-9ddfebf4c78f (https://medium.com/@wx_becks/ams-101-a-guide-to-surviving-and-thriving-at-the-annual-meeting-9ddfebf4c78f)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Bobby Drake" by BenJamin Banger: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Jan 07, 202001:06:01
Episode 61: You Are What You Tweet: How the NWS Communicates Using Twitter

Episode 61: You Are What You Tweet: How the NWS Communicates Using Twitter

We've talked about weather and social media a number of times on WeatherHype, but we wanted to shift gears just a bit and talk about social media and how the weather enterprise uses it. We've seen social networks change and evolve over time. And so have organizations like the National Weather Service in terms of how they take to platforms like Facebook and Twitter to communicate weather and climate information. Today we're taking a little deeper dive into how the National Weather Service uses Twitter. We're also looking at specific examples of how they present information and discuss best practices and what's effective when it comes to social media messaging to the public.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ along with Murmur by "Broke for Free."
Oct 29, 201951:41
Episode 60: He Talks With Tweets, Charts, and Sharpies, But He Can't Back It Up

Episode 60: He Talks With Tweets, Charts, and Sharpies, But He Can't Back It Up

This is a special news report! Castle and Minh have been busy during August and September, but the past week's events involving Hurricane Dorian, President Trump, Alabama, and a Sharpie were worthy of a podcast episode! On this special episode of WeatherHype, we are breaking down the timeline and providing our personal commentary on the events that took place starting September 1st. So stay tuned, because an unfiltered episode of WeatherHype is coming up next!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Sep 09, 201943:46
Episode 59: It Goes Both Ways: Connecting Research and Practice (w/ Drs. Joe Trainor and Scott Miles)

Episode 59: It Goes Both Ways: Connecting Research and Practice (w/ Drs. Joe Trainor and Scott Miles)

The disaster and natural hazard communities are made up of many moving parts and people that play different roles. Two prominent roles are “the researcher” and “the practitioner.” However, to successfully implement new-found knowledge into practice and to further investigate some of the practical challenges that practitioners face, researchers and practitioners must work together. That’s where Impact360 Alliance can help out.
Impact 360 Alliance, which was previously known as the Alliance for Integrative Approaches to Extreme Environmental Events, strives to help researchers and practitioners establish connections, build relationships, and co-create innovative solutions together.
On this week’s episode of WeatherHype, we are joined by Dr. Joe Trainor - Director of the Disaster Science and Management Program at the University of Delaware and the Chair of the Impact360 Steering Committee as well as Dr. Scott Miles - the Director of Impact360 Alliance to talk about the importance of building and maintaining researcher and practitioner relationships. You will learn about the up-and-coming organization called Impact360 that strives to build these researcher-practitioner connections. Not only that, but you’ll also pick up some tips to help you collaborate or start one of these mutual partnerships along the way.
Whether you are a researcher, practitioner, or a little of both, this episode will have something for you! So, stick around because WeatherHype is coming up next!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "You Can Use" by Captive Portal and "Awaken" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Aug 06, 201956:03
Episode 58: Can You Find Yourself on a Map?

Episode 58: Can You Find Yourself on a Map?

Because a majority of our weather information heavily relies on the use of maps and other geographic information, meteorologists are always asking: can people find themselves on a map?
This week’s episode of Weather Hype is inspired by a fireside chat that broadcast meteorologist James Spann had a few of months ago. During this discussion, James asks a great question: Can people simply not understand maps?
On this episode of Weather Hype, we dig deeper into this question as we search for alternative perspectives to this perception that people cannot find themselves on a map. We examine James Spann’s fireside chat, take a closer look at some of the studies that he cites, and consider an alternative perspective offered by Kim Klockow-McClain in a recent Washington Post article.
That and more on this week’s episode of WeatherHype. A podcast where we talk about weather, climate, and how it affects you. So, stay tuned, because WeatherHype is coming up next!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Missing" and "Upbeat Party" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Jun 25, 201949:42
Episode 57: Be the #WxTwitter You Want to Be (w/ Dakota Smith and Becky DePodwin)

Episode 57: Be the #WxTwitter You Want to Be (w/ Dakota Smith and Becky DePodwin)

#WxTwitter. It's a fascinating social media community made up of meteorologists, weather enthusiasts and people who just want to talk about all things weather. WxTwitter is a space for collaborative ideas, sharing weather photos and videos and networking. But like any community, there was bound to be disagreements in opinion and clashing of ideas.
We had an episode dedicated to WxTwitter a couple years ago exploring this online community. Now we're looking at how this niche social media world has evolved, and some of the benefits and challenges it presents to the social fabric of meteorology, especially with our next generation of meteorologists. We're joined by Becky DePodwin and Dakota Smith, two people who are very active and very familiar with the wonderful world of WxTwitter. In a candid and honest conversation, we'll dive into our own experiences on the digital platform and look at ways we can successfully coexist while bringing out the best in each other.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Awake" and "Corporate Software" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
May 23, 201957:29
Episode 56: Lions and Tigers and Typhoons, Oh My!

Episode 56: Lions and Tigers and Typhoons, Oh My!

In October of 2018, Super Typhoon Yutu, packing winds of 180 mph, slammed into Saipan, the largest island of the Northern Mariana Islands. And in it's wake, complete destruction.
We talk with April Lipinski, who works with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. And she was in Saipan after the island and other parts of the commonwealth were left reeling from the devastating impacts of the storm.
While April and her team were working to help the people of Saipan, there was an interesting rumor that came about... a rumor that there might be animals in need of help
And with the help of several agencies and organizations, the gears were put in place to rescue these animals from Saipan.
We also talk with Pat Craig, the executive director of the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado where Tasha and Lambert were taken after the storm.
On episode 56 of WeatherHype, our second episode for 2019's National Weather Podcast Month, we talk with April and Pat about the recovery process for Saipan immediately after Super Typhoon Yutu. And share the story of Lambert the Lion and Tasha the Tiger, and their amazing journey from the middle of the Pacific to Colorado's Wild Animal Sanctuary, a 10,473 acre sanctuary for more than 500 rescued animals.

Special thanks to Becky DePodwin from the podcast Ice Station Housman, for our Weather Ready Nation Spring Weather Safety Message.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music with the following songs:
"Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
"Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
"Sun Won't Rise" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
"Parade" by Nctrmn and "Divider" by Chris Zabriskie creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Mar 28, 201935:55
Episode 55: Haters Gonna Hate: Defending Meteorology and Forecasting

Episode 55: Haters Gonna Hate: Defending Meteorology and Forecasting

You know, as a meteorologist, did you know you can be right half the time but still have a job. The amount of times we all hear that, am I right? There's no doubt public perception of weather and weather forecasting isn't always great. And with many meteorologists and forecasters in the spotlight, the hate messages can be downright hurtful, and that can take a terrible mental toll on those who work so hard to predict the weather. But, many on-air personalities have had enough, and they're fighting back. That was meteorologist James Spann at ABC 33/40 in Birmingham, Alabama. He reads mean tweets sent in by listeners. And in this case, his viewers are complaining about his winter weather forecast earlier this year. He's not the only one. Meteorologist Heather Waldman from WGRZ in Buffalo, New York is also defending forecasting, using a more educational approach. More and more meteorology professionals are taking to social media and the airwaves to fight back against haters and trollers. And we examine that on this week's episode of WeatherHype. Audio samples courtesy of WBMA-TV/James Spann & WGRZ-TV/Heather Waldman. Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Massive Attack"  and "Hot Chip" by Podington Bear: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Mar 05, 201948:23
Episode 54: The Real Impacts of a New Hurricane Scale

Episode 54: The Real Impacts of a New Hurricane Scale

Currently, the weather community uses the Saffir-Simpson scale to communicate potential property damage due to hurricane force winds. At its core, the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is a 1 to 5 rating based on a hurricane’s sustained wind speed. However, recently the weather community has begun to question whether categorizing hurricanes based solely on their wind speed can effectively communicate the multitude of hazards that often accompany tropical weather.
To address this concern, AccuWeather recently announced on January 9th at the American Meteorological Society Annual Meeting that they will be using a new AccuWeather RealImpact Scale for Hurricanes starting in 2019. Although a much needed step in our community and a topic we have been discussing for years, meteorologists are asking: is it too soon to put this new RealImpact Scale into practice? To answer this question, we will dive deep into the AccuWeather RealImpact Scale, discuss the positives and negatives that accompany such a drastic change to the weather community, and ask some tough questions relating to the social scientific aspects of this new scale.
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-54.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "Vittoro" by Blue Dot Sessions: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, as well as "Missing" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jan 17, 201901:05:05
Episode 53: WeatherHype Holiday Spectacular (2018)

Episode 53: WeatherHype Holiday Spectacular (2018)

It's been a few months since Castle and Minh were able to record an episode of WeatherHype together, so obviously there's going to be a bit of shenanigans in this episode. In addition to everyone's favorite "Song of the Week" segment, we have some cool gift ideas for the weather person in your life, a few organizations that we will be giving to this holiday season, and lots of other weird things...because, well, it's us. Did you not expect it to get a little weird?
Castle is giving to:
Cool Effect - Combining science, expertise, and transparency, we are creating a community built around one simple vision: give people the power and confidence to band together and reduce the carbon pollution that causes climate change.

Carbon Fund - A whopping 50,000 pounds a year! That’s the average American's total carbon footprint which includes the emissions from your home, car, air travel and everything you use. We are all responsible for climate change and we all must be part of the solution.
American Red Cross - We respond to an emergency every 8 minutes. No one else does this: not the government, not other charities. From small house fires to multi-state natural disasters, the American Red Cross goes wherever we’re needed, so people can have clean water, safe shelter and hot meals when they need them most.
Minh is giving to:
Maxfund - MaxFund is a true no kill animal shelter and adoption center that challenges the traditional methods of animal sheltering by leading the no kill movement in Colorado. We strive to give animals, including the injured, abandoned, and abused, a "second chance at life.
Colorado Uplift - Colorado UpLift employs full-time staff who are committed to the students they serve. As teacher/mentors and life coaches, they develop long-term relationships as early as elementary school. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives.
Colorado UpLift uses a relational approach that produces superior results.
Modifications were made for the introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, and "A Christmas Adventure" by TRG Banks: creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/
Dec 19, 201801:03:28
Episode 52: We Should Be More Than Research Robots (w/ Katie Wedemeyer-Stombel - Part 2)

Episode 52: We Should Be More Than Research Robots (w/ Katie Wedemeyer-Stombel - Part 2)

On this week’s episode of WeatherHype, we continue the conversation with Katie Wedemeyer-Stombel and discuss balancing professional and personal relationships in graduate school. Katie gives us her personal insights on the topic, as well as provides us with tips and strategies for overcoming some of these challenges in all walks of professional life. Stay tuned, Part 2 of Katie's interview is coming up next!
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-51.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "Dirty Wallpaper" by Blue Dot Sessions: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, as well as "Leave The TV On" by Blue Dot Sessions: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 20, 201836:28
Episode 51: It's Something That I Do, But Not Who I Am (w/ Katie Wedemeyer-Strombel - Part 1)

Episode 51: It's Something That I Do, But Not Who I Am (w/ Katie Wedemeyer-Strombel - Part 1)

Impostor Syndrome is the psychological phenomenon in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a fraud. Despite evidence of their accomplishments, most individuals attribute their success to luck, or as a result of deceiving others into thinking they are more intelligent than they perceive themselves to be.
Have you ever had feelings like this? Ever felt overwhelmed in your job or in school? Ever feel like it is extremely difficult to balance your personal identity with your work identity? Well you are not alone! Today, we are joined by Katie Wedemeyer-Stombel, who is happiest in the ocean, loves to bake, and enjoys hanging out with her dog and husband. But, she’s also a PhD Candidate at the University of Texas-El Paso - remember it’s important to balance your work and life, but we’ll get to that later.
We are incredibly excited to have her on the show, as she has become a champion and incredible advocate for graduate students everywhere. She openly discusses her successes AND struggles in graduate school through her blog and on Twitter, as both a way to connect and relate to graduate students everywhere. This open dialogue about self-care, mental health awareness, and navigating professional and personal relationships in graduate school creates a sense of camaraderie and transparency about graduate student life.
On this week’s episode, we will discuss work-life balance, impostor syndrome, as well as tips and strategies for overcoming some of these challenges in all walks of professional life. Stay tuned, our deep dive with Katie is coming up next!
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-51.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "Missing" by Scott Holmes: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, as well as "The Zeppelin" by Blue Dot Sessions: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 13, 201838:31
Episode 50: Florence Recap: Communication Challenges and Successes

Episode 50: Florence Recap: Communication Challenges and Successes

As Hurricane Florence made landfall on Friday, September 14th near Wrightsville, NC, meteorologists were forecasting that roughly 10 million gallons of rainfall would impact North Carolina and the surrounding states. You heard me right - 10 million gallons! To try and put that into perspective, that is enough to fill 15 million Olympic size swimming pools, 36 thousand Empire State buildings, and 60 million Washington Memorials. How can we even communicate something that is so hard to imagine?
Join us as we talk all about the communication challenges and successes that took place during Hurricane Florence. From the use of the term "weakening," to the debates surrounding the Saffir-Simpson scale. We have it all on this episode of WeatherHype!
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-50.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "The Edge to Nowhere" by Scott Holmes: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, as well as "Postcards" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 25, 201858:02
Episode 49: Do People Think Radar Is Useful? (w/ Michelle Saunders)

Episode 49: Do People Think Radar Is Useful? (w/ Michelle Saunders)

Doppler radar technology is easily accessible, and we often see if on our local news, on our weather apps, and on websites. But do people know how to properly use radars to access weather conditions? Do people find radars to be useful for their day-to-day activities? We talk with Michelle Saunders, a PhD candidate at the University of South Florida, who's looking into these questions and ideas. Plus, we talk to one person who's never really used a radar before (my roomie) and sit down for a one-on-one about her perceptions, thoughts, and interpretation of radar on her smartphone app.
That and more on this week's episode!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Abandoned City" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Massive Attack" and "Hot Chip" by Podington Bear: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Sep 06, 201801:00:23
Episode 48: Shooting the Breeze (Tangent Central)

Episode 48: Shooting the Breeze (Tangent Central)

On this episode, we are switching things up a bit! We've been a bit busy this summer, so we're going to have a little fun on this episode! Join us as we discuss a hodge podge of weather topics, including: lightning & hiking safety, the extreme temperatures on the West Coast, and World Cup weather!. Also included are personal stories and even a Catfish moment! As always, we finish up with our songs of the week. Get ready, because a goofy episode of Weather Hype is headed your way! For links to the items discussed during the podcast, please visit: http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-48.html Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Robot Park" by Podington Bear: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/.
Aug 07, 201801:11:27
Episode 47: A Weather Communication Perspective on the Duck Boat Tragedy

Episode 47: A Weather Communication Perspective on the Duck Boat Tragedy

A tragic accident involving an amphibious vehicle commonly known as a duck boat has claimed the lives of 17 people including nine members of one family. It happened on Table Rock Lake near the tourist town of Branson, Missouri as two different duck boats carrying dozens of passengers were hit by a severe thunderstorm on the evening of July 19, 2018. While one boat was able to make it to shore safely, the other boat carrying 31 people unfortunately capsized, with 17 people losing their lives. Here’s what Jim Pattison Jr, the president of Ripley Entertainment who owns the duck boat company said during a interview with CBS This Morning: “to the best of our knowledge, there was a fast-moving storm that came out of nowhere." His quote has received a lot of criticism from meteorologists and the weather community. On this episode of Weather Hype, we breakdown the duck boat tragedy from a weather communication perspective and ask: Was this accident preventable? Did the duck boat company actually receive information about the severe weather threat? What can we do moving forward to better promote the dissemination of weather information through organizations and effective weather safety policies? All of this and more on this episode of Weather Hype!
For links to the articles and information discussed on the podcast, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-47.html
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Intervention" by Lee Rosevere: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/.
Jul 23, 201836:01
Episode 46: Piecing Together Autism and Weather Communication (w/ Matt Bolton)

Episode 46: Piecing Together Autism and Weather Communication (w/ Matt Bolton)

In the weather community, we often talk about vulnerable populations and strive for inclusion of all people. We're joined by Matt Bolton, an undergraduate student at St. Leo University, who has done incredible work relating to this important topic. Matt's work is diverse, and one area he looks into is Autism Spectrum Condition and how it relates to meteorology. Matt shares his insights from his research and experiences in hopes that we can all be more aware and understanding of those who are autistic or who may have autism. Join us for this fascinating conversation.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Constructivism" by A.A. Aalto: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and "Sun Won't Rise" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Jul 03, 201851:43
Episode 45: Crisis Communication of Volcanic Proportions (w/ Dr. Janine Krippner)

Episode 45: Crisis Communication of Volcanic Proportions (w/ Dr. Janine Krippner)

In the last two weeks, the eruption of Kīlauea, a shield volcano on the Big Island of Hawai'i, has forced roughly 2,000 residents to evacuate, destroyed around 40 structures, and even caused several serious injuries. We are joined by Dr. Janine Krippner to explore the vast world of volcanology. While the Kīlauea event has been devastating, it is our hope that it can bring hazard communities together to learn from one another. Therefore, this podcast is a first step toward learning about the similarities and differences between the volcanology and meteorological communities. Stay tuned because we are talking all about volcanoes, social media, and risk communication on this new episode of Weather Hype!
Thanks to Jared Smith from the Carolina Weather Group Podcast for his help with this episode's Weather Ready Nation preparedness message for Spring weather. For more information, please visit weather.gov/WRN (https://www.blubrry.com/weatherhype/32074288/episode-41-drilling-the-skies-w-jonathan-jennings/weather.gov/WRN)

For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-45.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Abandoned City" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and "Sunglasses" by Loyalty Freak Music: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
May 24, 201801:07:10
Episode 44: Icelandic Adventures in Weather and Emergency Management

Episode 44: Icelandic Adventures in Weather and Emergency Management

Minh recently went on a personal trip to Iceland, and he gained really cool perspectives on the country's emergency management system. Join Minh and Castle as they recount some of his stories of how emergency management and weather are similar and different in Iceland compared to the United States. Minh also shares some great travel tips if you plan to visit Iceland in the future and digs into what weather communication might be like for tourists and visitors who travel to other countries based on his experiences trekking through blizzards. It's all about the Land of Fire and Ice in Episode 44, and we hope you'll join us for that and more! Special thanks to Dina Knightly from the Storm Front Freaks Podcast for this episode's Weather Ready Nation Spring Weather Safety Message.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and the following music:
"Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
"Joekulsarlon Icebergs (ID 683)" by Lobo Loco: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
"Icelandic Surf: by Scott Sherk: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/
"View of the Greenland Sea north of Siglufjörður " by The Gateless Gate: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
"Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and
"Sun Won't Rise" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
May 01, 201801:14:38
Episode 43: Are Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Overused? (w/ Joe Lauria)

Episode 43: Are Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Overused? (w/ Joe Lauria)

Weather warnings are the bread and butter of weather communication, but is it possible to have too many weather warnings? Can there be too much of a good thing? We're joined by broadcast meteorologist Joe Lauria from Fox4 in Kansas City, who had a hunch that too many severe thunderstorm warnings were affecting his viewers. On this episode of WeatherHype, Joe tells us all about his investigation into the number of severe thunderstorm warnings that are issued around the country. We finish up the episode by discussing short-term and long-term goals for overcoming this overwarning, in hopes of starting a conversation about this topic in our community. You do not want to miss this episode of WeatherHype, so stick around because a weather warning episode is coming your way!
Thanks to Mark Jelinek from the What is it About the Weather? Podcast for his help with this episode's Weather Ready Nation preparedness message for Spring weather. For more information, please visit weather.gov/WRN (https://www.blubrry.com/weatherhype/32074288/episode-41-drilling-the-skies-w-jonathan-jennings/weather.gov/WRN)

For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-43.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Secret Garden" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and "Arch" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Apr 17, 201849:53
Episode 42: Does it "Merit" a Weather Badge? (w/ Christina Edwards)

Episode 42: Does it "Merit" a Weather Badge? (w/ Christina Edwards)

Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts all across the country have the opportunity to learn about weather and climate, but how they're learning about that information can be a little confusing. While STEM education and outreach is important, some of the new standards and requirements within the Girl Scouts of America program are making weather education much more difficult. We are joined by Meteorologist Christina Edwards from WHNT News 19 in Huntsville, Alabama for more insight on this topic. From Thin Mints to thunderstorms and Do-si-dos to derechos, we'll be talking all about weather and how it relates to scouting!
We're excited to bring this episode to you as a part of the 2018 National Weather Podcast Month. Visit weatherpodcastmonth.com (weatherpodcastmonth.com) for more information. Additionally, thanks to Jared Smith from Carolina Weather Group and Becky DePodwin for their help with this episode's Weather Ready Nation preparedness messages for Spring weather. For more information, please visit weather.gov/WRN (weather.gov/WRN)
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-42.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Mosey" by A.A. Aalto: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and "Sun Won't Rise" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Mar 27, 201801:02:26
Episode 41: Drilling the Skies (w/ Jonathan Jennings)

Episode 41: Drilling the Skies (w/ Jonathan Jennings)

They say if you don't like something, change it. Well, have you ever walked outside, hating the weather and wishing you could change it? If you have, you're not alone and you're not the first person to think about it. C.W. Post, a Texas entrepreneur and idea-man, had an explosive idea to alter the weather above the West Texas skies. We're joined by Jonathan Jennings, the Director of Meteorology of the Texas Weather Modification Association. He will give us insights into weather modification, including cloud-seeding operations, and also talk to us about the conspiracy theories surrounding the idea of chemtrails. We're excited to bring this episode to you as a part of the 2018 National Weather Podcast Month. Visit weatherpodcastmonth.com (weatherpodcastmonth.com) for more information. Additionally, thanks to Phil Johnson from the Storm Front Freaks Podcast for his help with this episode's Weather Ready Nation preparedness message for Spring weather. For more information, please visit weather.gov/WRN (weather.gov/WRN)
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional links, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-41.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Locked Up" and "Small Town Industry" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Rain and Thunderstorm at Lallgarh Palace, Bikaner" by Samuel Corwin: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and "Sun Won't Rise" by Ketsa: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
Mar 13, 201844:04
Episode 40: What is it about Weather Podcasts? (w/ Mark Jelinek)

Episode 40: What is it about Weather Podcasts? (w/ Mark Jelinek)

What is it about Weather Podcasts? Wait... Mark, what are you doing here?? On this episode of Weatherhype, we are joined by Mark Jelinek (the host of the fantastic weather podcast: What is it About the Weather?) to discuss podcasting as a story-telling medium, NOAA's Weather Ready Nation initiative, and the future of weather podcasting. Mark conducted a small study with some of the weather podcast's audiences to ask: Are we, the podcast hosts, being good Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors? You'll have to check out the episode to find out! Our usually shenanigans are back, and don't forget our Songs of the Week! All of this and more on WeatherHype!
Don't forget that National Weather Podcast Month is coming up in March! For more information on the podcasts involved, the crazy crossovers planned, and other surprises up our sleeve, make sure to follow @wxpodcastmonth and visit www.weatherpodcastmonth.com (http://www.weatherpodcastmonth.com)!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "Barbarian" by Pierlo: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, and "In My Place" by Fleslit: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Feb 27, 201843:14
Episode 39: Continuing the Mental Health Conversation

Episode 39: Continuing the Mental Health Conversation

Inspired by the recent In the Elements podcast, this episode of Weather Hype is dedicated to continuing the conversation around mental health. Specifically, we share personal stories of mental health, experiences, and strategies for overcoming our own personal struggles. Additionally, the conversation moves into discussing the challenges of undergraduate and graduate school and the associated mental health that accompanies these stressful situations. Finally, we deep dive into the world of social science and caution of some of our personal mental health struggles in pursuing a graduate degree in a unique field. We end our conversation by discussing the IDONTMIND campaign, and some current events. As always, we round out the podcast with our songs of the week! Stay tuned, because a conversation on mental health is coming up next!
For more information on the topics discussed during this podcast or for additional mental health resources, please visit: www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-39.html (http://www.weatherhypepodcast.com/episode-39.html)
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, "Secret Garden" by Scott Holmes: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, and "In My Place" by Fleslit: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Feb 13, 201801:10:56
Episode 38: Recap of #AMS2018

Episode 38: Recap of #AMS2018

The American Meteorological Society Annual Meeting is billed as the "world's largest yearly gathering for the weather, water, and climate community." For Castle and Minh, it's a great opportunity to learn about new research, connect with folks in the weather and climate world, and most importantly to reunite with old friends. There are so many things happening at AMS every year, and there's absolutely no way we could spend roughly an hour going over every single detail. But, we tried to cover some of the highlights from this year, especially ideas surrounding the conference theme, "Transforming Communication in the Weather, Water, and Climate Enterprise Focusing on Challenges Facing Our Sciences." This was to be the meeting that would be presided over the late AMS President and a friend, Matt Parker. We talk about our own personal efforts to make Matt proud and to talk about important issues in our community revolving communication. That and so much more on Episode 38!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Wasted Britain" and "Locked Up" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Jan 23, 201801:08:12
Episode 37: The NAS Report: Social Science, Weather, and Beyond

Episode 37: The NAS Report: Social Science, Weather, and Beyond

On this new episode of WeatherHype we are breaking down the recently published National Academies of Science (NAS) report on the integration of social and behavioral sciences within the Weather Enterprise. As a podcast who frequently discusses social science, we first take a step back to examine the terms "social and behavioral sciences" and "weather enterprise." What do they mean, and what/who do they include? Next, we provide our major takeaway points from the 100-page report. What were the goals of the report? What were the recommendations? What does the future look like for integrating social and behavioral sciences in the weather enterprise? We answer all of these questions, in addition to the shenanigans of our daily lives and our songs of the week. Stick around, because WeatherHype is coming up next!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Electric Birds" and "Secret Garden" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Nov 21, 201701:24:37
Episode 36: Conflict of Interest: The Future of NOAA

Episode 36: Conflict of Interest: The Future of NOAA

Remember last episode when we got super political? Well, get ready for some more politics. And this time, we’re diving into President Trump’s nomination of Barry Lee Myers for the new administrator of NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. What is NOAA? Who is Barry Myers? Why should you care? We’ll have a compilation of press reports, opinions from various sides, and our own insights on the nomination and what it could mean for NOAA and the National Weather Service. Join us for this and as always, a fun look into our lives and songs of the week!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Wasted Britain" and "Locked Up" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Oct 31, 201757:10
Episode 35: Analyzing Irma and the Politics in Puerto Rico

Episode 35: Analyzing Irma and the Politics in Puerto Rico

We are back after a month of travel to discuss our active hurricane season in the Atlantic, and specifically to break down Hurricanes Irma and Maria. On this episode, we provide our personal perspectives of experiencing Hurricane Irma and talk about guilt/shame messaging that was evident from social media posts. We then shift the focus to discuss the aftermath of Puerto Rico from Hurricane Maria, and all of the political mumble jumbo that is attached to this disaster. We finish up with life updates, and our songs of the week! Stay tuned, because WeatherHype is coming up next!
If you would like to help Puerto Rico, here is an organization that we will be helping out as part of our Share the Love campaign - United for Puerto Rico (http://unidosporpuertorico.com/en/). This is not an endorsement, we are only providing these as options for you. Please take a look at all charities and organizations closely before you donate.
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Soft and Furious " by Morph: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Oct 10, 201701:12:13
Episode 34: Hurricane Harvey in Progress

Episode 34: Hurricane Harvey in Progress

As the devastation in Southeast Texas and Louisiana continues to unfold, we wanted to capture the many ideas, opinions, and thoughts that have been circulating around on social media from both the meteorology community and the public. From the decision to evacuate to the innovative use of social media during this event, Castle and Minh examine these ideas to inform people about the nuances in decision-making and also the challenges that many people face in the coming months and years. It is not our intention to be disrespectful to the victims of Harvey. We want to take this opportunity to talk about ideas that certainly need to be discussed while acknowledging that we can help people affected by the storm.

If you would like to help, here are two organizations you may look to for donating. This is not an endorsement of the Red Cross or United Way. We are only providing these as options for you. Please take a look at all charities and organizations closely before you donate.

Text the word HARVEY to 90999 to make a $10 donation. You can also visit redcross.org or call 1- 800-RED CROSS.
Text UWFLOOD to 41444 to donate to the United Way Flood Relief Fund
Aug 30, 201747:42
Episode 33: Biometeorology and Personal Weather Monitoring (w/ Evan Kuras)

Episode 33: Biometeorology and Personal Weather Monitoring (w/ Evan Kuras)

What's up, Hypesters?! We are back in full swing, and starting August off with our good friend Evan Kuras! On this show, we dive into the world of biometeorology and personal weather monitoring. This episode has something for everyone! We discuss personal heat exposure, environmental justice, tailored weather messaging and warnings, cooling and hydrating resources in communities, and of course Moana. After, we describe our songs of the week - in intricate detail I might add - and figure out what Minh and Castle have been up to this summer. Get ready, because the shenanigans are back!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Empty Electrical Caves " by Kevin Bryce: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Aug 15, 201701:03:55
Episode 32: Weather on the Go!

Episode 32: Weather on the Go!

On Episode 32, Minh and Castle discuss new research into how the communication landscape is changing for where people acquire weather forecast information. Previous studies have shown that local television was the dominant source, but with more and more people turning to smartphones, a new study highlights the use of smartphone apps among the younger generation. Also, with the recent Fourth of July holiday, some municipalities in the country decided to go on with their firework displays, even with extremely dry conditions. We discuss that and how fireworks affect air quality. And of course, we have our songs of the week and highlight causes for our "Giving Back" campaign. Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Knock Knock" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Jul 11, 201756:56
Episode 31: Too Hot For Takeoff

Episode 31: Too Hot For Takeoff

Welcome back to Weatherhype! After a brief hiatus, Minh and Castle are back with the most recent weather headlines. On this episode, we discuss the recent heatwave in the Southwest U.S. and its impact on travel. More importantly, we elaborate on the climatic impacts and how this event may impact commerce in the future. We then shift gears to discuss the new "Potential Tropical Cyclone Advisory" that is now being issued by the National Hurricane Center. Lastly, we take a look at the new storm alerting system that has been implemented by the recently opened Universal Studios waterpark, Volcano Bay. We finish off the episode with a life update, our songs of the week, and a review of the new show Boy Band! Get ready, because Weatherhype is coming up next!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Spas N Junk" by Kevin Bryce: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Jun 27, 201701:04:59
Until next month...

Until next month...

With our crazy summer schedules, we will be taking a quick break to get settled into our summer plans. Let the suspense begin! Expect new episodes back in Late June/Early July! Until then, feel free to keep tweeting us, leaving us reviews, sending us emails, and listening to old episodes by the pool! Stay Hyped, Hypsters! Byeeeee!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "4am Sunset" by Kevin Bryce: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
May 30, 201701:55
Episode 30: Pilot: Then and Now

Episode 30: Pilot: Then and Now

What's up, Hypesters! Can you believe it's been a year since we started the podcast?! To celebrate this momentous occasion, we are unlocking the WeatherHype vaults to release the never before heard pilot episode. You will get an inside look at our original conversation about the probability of precipitation, and a follow up discussion on a recent graphic released on Twitter. Following this weather chat, we bring the shenanigans! Two words: Weather Underwear. You'll have to listen to find out more! We finish off with not only 2 songs of the week, but 4! All of this and more is coming up next on WeatherHype!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "A Flashback for Mr. Computer" by Kevin Bryce: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
May 16, 201745:48
Episode 29: Recapping the March for Science

Episode 29: Recapping the March for Science

It was a wet and dreary April 22 for the thousands of scientists and science supporters who gathered in Washington D.C. to voice their concerns and opinions on the Trump Administration's war on facts and scientific knowledge. Minh had a chance to go to D.C., where he sheds some light on what it was like to take part in the March for Science event. Get his perspective, and learn more about how to get involved now that the rally has passed. We have that and even more political talk with Tomi Lahren, the controversial TV host who was recently fired from The Blaze. Of course, we have our social talk, songs of the week, and information about our charities of the month!


Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Quit Bitching" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
May 02, 201756:19
Episode 28: Welcome to #WxTwitter (w/ Dakota Smith)

Episode 28: Welcome to #WxTwitter (w/ Dakota Smith)

So many of us use social media sites for networking and communicating with one another, and the meteorology community is no different, adopting Twitter as a platform for engagement. Using the hashtag #wxtwitter, meteorologists and weather enthusiasts discuss a myriad of subjects, including storm chasing, severe weather, and other hot-button topics. Users also hop onto #wxtwitter to share research and ideas with one another and brainstorm potential collaborations for the future. While #wxtwitter can certainly provide many positives, there are several downsides that we discuss, including the terse nature of tweeting and the "drama" that can often unfold between members in the community. Minh and Castle break it all down and bring back our good friend Dakota Smith from "The Weather Junkies" to discuss the wonderful world of #wxtwitter.

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Note Drop" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Apr 18, 201752:25
Episode 27: March Madness, Avocados & Harry Potter

Episode 27: March Madness, Avocados & Harry Potter

After an amazing National Weather Podcast Month in March, Castle and Minh are ready to take it a little easy for April. Thesis and manuscript writing are making things hectic for these guys, but no worries, they're not neglecting WeatherHype :)

Join in on the conversation as they talk about the difficult decisions and repercussions of local TV stations cutting away from major televised events to cover severe weather. It happened in Columbus, OH recently, right before a stunning buzzer-beater of a March Madness game. You can bet people were pretty angry, but could this situation have turned out better? We'll have that, stories about Harry Potter a fun "Castle Tries Something New" segment, and much more on WeatherHype!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Only Knows" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Apr 04, 201754:48
Episode 26: Hitting the Slopes (w/ Kyle Nelson)

Episode 26: Hitting the Slopes (w/ Kyle Nelson)

Welcome back to National Weather Podcast Month (#NWPM)! Ready to hit the slopes?! We are extremely excited to have Kyle Nelson (@WxKyleNelson) on the show! He is a meteorologist, professional ski patroller, and natural hazards educator. We discuss everything from skiing, the role of a ski patroller, working the Winter X Games, and finally preparedness messaging on the slopes. As always, you can expect our shenanigans and this time we get Kyle involved in the fun! We finish up with our Songs of the Week, and we actually get to play one this time! So stay tuned, because WeatherHype is coming up!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Supersonic" by Rob Gasser and No Copyright Sounds: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdEo002K2GQ. A brief excerpt of "Supersonic" is also played during our Songs of the Week segment of the podcast!
Mar 21, 201748:31
Episode 25: An Upward Salute to Narrative Communication (w/ Dakota Smith)

Episode 25: An Upward Salute to Narrative Communication (w/ Dakota Smith)

WeatherHype is proud to be one of several great weather and science-themed podcasts participating in the first annual National Weather Podcast Month (#NWPM). On this week's episode, we have Dakota Smith (@weatherDak), the co-host of The Weather Junkies, on to talk about his inspiration behind a collaborative podcast project "Weather Ready or Not." Minh, Castle and Dakota talk about the importance of sharing personal stories and narratives from people directly affected by weather and climate events and also share their own stories on how to effectively talk to people about climate change and science in general. Of course, we have a little (actually a lot of) fun, and we share our songs of the week. So join WeatherHype for our first episode of #NWPM!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "As Colorful as Ever" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Mar 07, 201748:40
Episode 24: See a Flash, Dash Inside! (w/ Jennifer Saari & Trevor Boucher)

Episode 24: See a Flash, Dash Inside! (w/ Jennifer Saari & Trevor Boucher)

We teased the 'See a Flash, Dash Inside' campaign in Season 1, however, on this episode we follow up with two important people who helped start the campaign! We are joined by Jennifer Saari (NWS Huntsville) and Trevor Boucher (NWS San Antonio) to discuss their grassroots efforts to improve the dissemination of weather information to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. Finally, they breakdown the new "See a Flash, Dash Inside!" campaign and give us the inside scoop on the development process of this new messaging. We finish up with an exciting announcement about National Weather Podcast Month starting in March 2017! Stick around because another electrifying episode of WeatherHype is coming up next!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "If" by Broke for Free: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
Feb 21, 201750:14
Episode 23: Science in the Trump Era

Episode 23: Science in the Trump Era

It has been a wild couple of weeks since the inauguration of President Trump, and it doesn't look so great for scientists and the science community. We break down some of the early executive orders and directives that have really impacted many of our federal organizations. Also, we look back at the American Meteorological Society (AMS) Annual Meeting in Seattle and recap some of the highlights from our experience. And flying out of SeaTac International, Minh joined in on a protest against the Trump Travel Ban. Hear about his experience and also how you can take part in the March for Science on April 22, 2017. It is a jam-packed episode full of science and politics.

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Sourpuss" by Greater Than or Equal To: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
Feb 07, 201701:06:37
Episode 22: How to Survive AMS 2017

Episode 22: How to Survive AMS 2017

We're back for Season 2! As we gear up for AMS 2017, we thought it would be fun to talk about some of our previous experiences, provide some tips/tricks for attending the conference, and give you some opportunities to check out while you are in Seattle. The How-To-Guide for #AMS2017 has everything you will need! The shenanigans are back, we have our songs of the week, but there is something a little different for Season 2. Stay tuned hypsters, because WeatherHype is coming up next! See you in Seattle!
Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "B-3" by Boxcat Games: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Jan 17, 201747:52
Episode 21: Cheers to 2017!

Episode 21: Cheers to 2017!

Are you ready for some good, old-fashion fun?! On this reunion episode of sorts, Castle and Minh take a stab at a live session and look back on the first season of WeatherHype! We talk about our favorite episodes, weather events, and life events that occurred in 2016. The good, the bad, and the ugly of 2016 are up for grabs in this last podcast episode. Get ready because the tangents are real in this episode! We finish up with a few teasers for Season 2 of WeatherHype and upcoming events on where to find us in January. Lastly, we want to wish all of our listeners a Happy New Year and we are looking forward to a fresh start in 2017!
Until next year, stay hyped!!
Modifications were made for Introduction music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/
Dec 30, 201645:04
Episode 20: It's A Wonderful Flight (w/ Emily Wilson)

Episode 20: It's A Wonderful Flight (w/ Emily Wilson)

Ok, so we might have stretched the title of our last full episode in 2016, but we wanted to make it relevant to the holidays...! Join Castle, Minh, and our special guest, Emily Wilson (@emwilson27 on Twitter), as we talk about weather and aviation. Emily works in the private sector, and her research in graduate school was on clear air turbulence. So not to freak you out about flying this holiday season, but we figured we'd provide some interesting and related insight. That, our usual fun bantering, and our song of the week are coming your way!

Modifications were made for Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Frantic" by Boxcat Games: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Dec 19, 201643:31
Episode 19: December Potpourri

Episode 19: December Potpourri

On Episode 19, Castle and Minh discuss an article by Meteorologist James Spann (ABC 33/40 - Birmingham and WeatherBrains Podcast), where he writes about the many frustrations relating to his viewers' lack of geographical awareness and his interactions with social media negativity. We also look at the National Weather Service - Birmingham's Facebook post from late November that caught the attention of many folks on "Weather Twitter." The post generated a lot of buzz for its confrontational and rant-like tone. We debate on what the best practices are for using social media as a tool to promote preparedness and education. And, we discuss the Southeast drought and wildfires that ravaged Eastern Tennessee, including the deadly Gatlinburg fires. We haven't had a chance to talk with one another for quite some time, so we do a little bit of catching up. That, the usual shenanigans, and our songs of the week are coming your way.

Modifications were made for Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Sunday Funday" by Scott Holmes: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Dec 05, 201601:00:27