Emergency Recovery Episodes
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…
Community-Driven Disaster Response: Lessons from Cariboo | Part 2 of …
Is building an emergency program a matter of simply responding to crises, or does it require something more? In the final episode of the two-part series, host Tim Conrad talks with Steph Masun about the vital role of community, communication, and adaptability in emergency management. With…
Recovering Together in the Cariboo: Teamwork in Emergency Operations …
How do you rebuild communities after wildfires, floods, and chaos? In the first of two episodes, Tim Conrad and emergency management expert Stephanie Masun dive deep into the challenges of post-disaster recovery in British Columbia's Cariboo Regional District. From the devastation of the …
Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines of Wildfires, …
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…
Crisis on the Ground: Public Outreach and Personal Recovery | The men…
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 officer, about their harrowing yet impactful experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wild…