Episodes
Cybersecurity MISTAKES That Will Cost You BIG | With information tech…
Knowing what mitigations to have ahead of a cyberattack is one step in many as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities on mobile devices, computers and entire operations. Learn about the cyberattacks individuals and organizations face today from Kit Professionals' Hunter Geerts.
Is it trash or truth? Information and the California wildfires | With…
Conspiracy, AI-created imagery, misinformation and false information now dominate disasters, overpowering truthful and honest information. It is mainstream on social media, podcasts and traditional media, and often repeated by broadcasters, hosts and celebrities. Pete Jensen is on the front lin…
The BEST Way to Work with Family Liaison Officers During Emergencies
National Parks' search and rescue family liaison officer, Moose Mutlow, joins host Tim Conrad, APR, and shares how they connect incident command to families and friends to ensure strong communication throughout searches. Listen For: 01:50 - The roles of search and rescue and family liaison offi…
How trust has shifted news consumption and how to adapt. With guest, …
Author Doug Levy, of The Communications Golden Hour® Book, joins host Tim Conrad, APR, for the final of three episodes to discuss the roles of public information officers and crisis communications in emergencies and crises/issues. Listen For: 01:08 - Who to trust? 11:17 - Is that a trusted spo…
Communicating in a time of chaos, war and conflict with guest, author…
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 1…
Public Information Officer: Systems, Role, and Learning | Part 1 of 3…
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 Rol…
Case Study: 2008 Nova Scotia Porters Lake and Lake Echo Wildfire - Th…
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, coordinat…
Crisis Communications Management: Training for the Worst, Performing …
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 Co…
Avoiding Panic: Learning from Planning and Preparedness in Earthquake…
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…
Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Cariboo
Is building an emergency program a matter of simply responding to crises, or does it require something more? In this episode, host Tim Conrad talks with Steph Masun about the vital role of community, communication, and adapta...
Recovering Together in the Cariboo: Teamwork in Emergency Operations …
How do you rebuild communities after wildfires, floods, and chaos? In this episode, Tim Conrad and emergency management expert Stephanie Masun dive deep into the challenges of post-disaster recovery in British Columbia's Cari...
Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines | With guest h…
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 i…
Documenting Disaster: The Power of Preparation
Send us a Text Message. 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 communicatio...
Voices in the Inferno: Emergency Communication
Send us a Text Message. 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 emer...
Crisis on the Ground: Public Outreach and Personal Recovery
Send us a Text Message. 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...
Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote EOCs
Send us a Text Message. 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 d...
Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines
Send us a Text Message. 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...
Calm in the Chaos: Mastering Wildfire Communications
Send us a Text Message. 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 br...