Archive for August, 2024

WeatherBrains 971: Field of Walking Trauma Cases

WeatherBrains Episode 971 is now online (August 26th, 2024). If you are crazy about weather, this is THE podcast for you!

This episode of WeatherBrains features multiple special guests for Show 971.

Tonight’s Guest WeatherBrain is a suggestion of Friend of the Podcast Ryan Stinnett.  This WeatherBrain has a rich background in meteorology, including a very profound childhood experience with 1992’s Hurricane Andrew in South Florida.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree with a from the University of Miami.  She currently resides in Missouri at KQ2-TV in St. Joseph, Missouri.  She has previously worked at The Weather Channel and is an active member of the AMS and NWA.  Vanessa Alonso, it’s an honor to have you on with us tonight.

Vanessa Alonso - Commission on Professional Affairs

Guest WeatherBrain No. 2 is also a very special guest we are excited to chat with on episode 971.  She works in the NOAA Weather Program Office as an Observations Program Coordinator and is here to preview sessions at the NWA Annual Meeting 2024.  Sandy LaCorte, welcome to WeatherBrains.

Sandy LaCorte

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  • NWA Annual Meeting 2024 (12:30)
  • Looking back at 1992’s Hurricane Andrew (19:00)
  • Importance of internships in college (40:45)
  • What is astraphobia?  (46:30)
  • Shared experiences in Double Majors in college (47:00)
  • Experiences with 2011 Joplin tornado (01:02:30)
  • AMS Digital Meteorologist Seal (01:17:30)
  • Efforts to recruit Spanish speakers in CBM program (01:25:00)
  • The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:33:00)
  • This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:35:00)
  • E-Mail Segment (01:36:00)
  • and more!

Web Sites from Episode 971:

Meteorologist Vanessa Alonso on Facebook

NWA 2024 Annual Meeting

Picks of the Week:

Vanessa Alonso – How Texas chocolate maker survives the summer heat: WFAA TV Dallas on YouTube

James Aydelott – Microburst Footage from McConnell AFB Airshow

Jen Narramore – TornadoTalk Podcast On Spotify

Rick Smith – ChickFilA Cows Thunderstorm

Neil Jacobs – Out

Troy Kimmel – NOAA/NWS IDSS Prototype Forecast Points

Kim Klockow-McClain – “The Fifth Risk” by Michael Lewis

Bill Murray – Hurricane Carla Hits Texas AKA Hurricane Carla (1961)

James Spann – Weathernerds ECENS Data

The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, Dr. Neil Jacobs, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

WeatherBrains 970: My Mom Is Playing Minecraft

WeatherBrains Episode 970 is now online (August 19th, 2024). If you are crazy about weather, this is THE podcast for you!

Tonight’s Guest WeatherBrain is a highly respected figure in the world of meteorology.  He’s known for his extensive experience and expertise in forecasting, broadcasting, and educating the public about weather.  He has multiple degrees in meteorology, including a Bachelor’s Degree from Cornell University as well as a Master’s Degree from Florida State University.  Over the years, he’s been a trusted voice in weather reporting especially along the Gulf Coast.  He’s won multiple regional Emmys for his work and is an active member of the AMS and NWA.  Alan Sealls, it’s great to have you back on the show!

2017 Candidate Biographies - National Weather AssociationNational Weather Association

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  • Looking back at 2004’s Hurricane Ivan (17:45)
  •  History of African Americans in meteorology (25:00)
  • “Weather Prophet” (35:00)
  • Importance of the Jackson State and Howard University Meteorology Programs (45:20)
  • STEM field statistical analysis (50:00)
  • Dr. Charles Anderson – first African American to earn a PhD in Atmospheric Science (53:30)
  • Current State of Broadcast Meteorology (01:07:00)
  • Case Study of 2020’s Hurricane Sally (01:16:00)
  • The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:21:19)
  • This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:23:34)
  • National Weather Round-Up
  • E-Mail Segment (01:25:20)
  • and more!

Web Sites from Episode 970:

“A Career in TV Meteorology: From the Best Weatherman Ever” by Alan Sealls

“Weather Things You Always Wanted to Know: The Inside Story on the Outside Story” by Alan Sealls

“Weather Things In Photos: The Art and Science of the Atmosphere” by Alan Sealls

Picks of the Week:

Dr. Alan Sealls – Weather To Bounce House Incidents

James Aydelott – Diversity and STEM: Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities 2023 -NSF

Jen Narramore – Superyacht sinks latest: Daughter, 18, of British tycoon Mike Lynch missing; yacht ‘in wrong place at wrong time’

Rick Smith – 2024 Lightning Deaths – National Lighting Safety Council

Neil Jacobs – Atmospheric Modeling, Data Assimilation and Predictability

Troy Kimmel – Foghorn

Kim Klockow-McClain – HooDoo Heritage: A Brief History of American Folk Religion

Bill Murray – From Juneteenth to the Sky: African Americans in Meteorology by Alan Sealls

James Spann – Severe Thunderstorm footage of damaging winds in Hillsboro, AL

The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, Dr. Neil Jacobs, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.