Episodes
Communicating in a time of chaos, war and conflict with guest, author…
Send us a text 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 emergenci...
Public Information Officer: Systems, Role, and Learning with author D…
Send us a text 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 emergencie...
Case Study: 2008 Nova Scotia Porters Lake and Lake Echo Wildfire - Th…
Send us a text 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 time...
Crisis Communications Management: Training for the Worst, Performing …
Send us a text 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 . Re...
Avoiding Panic: Learning from Planning and Preparedness in Earthquake…
Send us a text 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 …
Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Cariboo
Send us a text 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, communicat...
Recovering Together in the Cariboo: Teamwork in Emergency Operations …
Send us a text 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 ...
Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines
Send us a Text Message. 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 managin...
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...