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Latest episodes

10 Lessons We Learned From Hurricane Isaias

October 13, 2026 · 26 min

Hurricane Isaias showed us that hurricane preparedness is about much more than watching the forecast cone. In this episode, Hurricane Hal breaks down 10 lessons learned from Isaias after being on the ground in the Florida Panhandle before…
Why Secondary Perils Are Now Driving Insurance Losses

September 29, 2026 · 45 min

What happens when the natural disasters we once considered “secondary perils” become some of the biggest drivers of insurance losses? On this episode, Hurricane Hal sits down with Kevin Sharp, Chief Risk Officer and Capital Strategy Leader…
What Causes Glacial Lake Outburst Floods? The 2026 Himalayas Disaster Explained

September 15, 2026 · 35 min

What causes a glacial lake outburst flood, and why are these disasters becoming a growing concern in high mountain regions? In this episode of GeoTrek, Hurricane Hal talks with Dr. Alton C. Byers, a mountain geographer, scientist…
The Future of Our Coastlines: Resilience, Rising Seas & Saltwater Intrusion with Nina Davis

September 1, 2026 · 35 min

Coastal environments are changing, and preparing for the future means more than simply reacting to the next hurricane. In this episode of GeoTrek, Hurricane Hal sits down with Nina Davis, Habitat Resilience Specialist with PLACE and…
The Hidden Side of Disaster Recovery: Saving Local Businesses with Gina Spagnola

August 18, 2026 · 42 min

When disasters strike, homes and families often receive immediate attention—but how do businesses recover? Gina Spagnola, President and CEO of the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce, shares how chambers of commerce help businesses…

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Why People Ignore Wildfire Risk: The Neuroscience of Fight, Flight & Freeze with Erica Peng

July 21, 2026 · 38 min

When disaster strikes, why do some people prepare while others delay, deny, or freeze? In this episode, Hurricane Hal sits down with Erica Peng, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business lecturer and neuroscience educator, to explore the hidden…
Protecting Summer Camps from Flash Floods: Lessons from the Texas Hill Country Tragedy

June 30, 2026 · 37 min

On this episode of GeoTrek, host Hurricane Hal welcomes Laura Myers and Nick Stanley to discuss how we can better protect summer camps and outdoor recreation areas from the growing threat of flash floods. Using the devastating Texas Hill…
Preparing for Hurricanes, Flooding, and Power Outages with Haskell Moore

June 16, 2026 · 38 min

Hurricane season brings more than just strong winds—it brings critical decisions that can impact your safety, your family, and your recovery. In this episode of GeoTrek, Hurricane Hal Needham sits down with hurricane preparedness expert…
Power Out Cooking Recipe Book: Preparing Families for Storm Recovery with Hidalgo County, TX Officials

June 3, 2026 · 34 min

When the power goes out after a hurricane, flood, or severe storm, one of the first challenges families face is figuring out how to safely prepare meals without electricity. In this episode of GeoTrek, Hurricane Hal Needham sits down with…
Resilient Homes, Flood Risk & the Broken Housing System with Aris Papadopoulos

May 19, 2026 · 39 min

Aris Papadopoulos joins host Hal Needham for an in-depth discussion on consumer resilience, vulnerable development, and the future of resilient housing. After surviving the events surrounding the September 11 attacks near the World Trade…
How Past Climates Predict Future Hurricanes with Dr. Joanne Muller

May 5, 2026 · 40 min

In this episode of the GeoTrek podcast, Dr. Jo Muller shares insights about the importance of paleoclimatology to improve our understanding of the risk for hurricane impacts and flooding in coastal areas. Professor Dr. Joanne Muller is…
How AI & Predictive Tech Are Transforming Wildfire Protection with Sunny Sethi

April 21, 2026 · 30 min

Wildfires are becoming more frequent—and far more destructive—damaging critical infrastructure from substations and hospitals to telecommunications and water systems. The problem isn’t a shortage of firefighters; it’s that our current…

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About the show

Extreme Weather and Disaster Scientist, Dr. "Hurricane Hal" hosts the Geotrek podcast, exploring the world to tell stories about extreme weather and natural disasters not covered by the mainstream media. Each conversation takes a deep-dive into the world where extreme forces of nature threaten to inflict fatalities and economic losses on vulnerable populations. These engaging stories help listeners prepare for extreme events, making their families and communities more resilient. Our guests include meteorologists, innovators, science communicators, thought leaders, filmmakers, insurance professionals, emergency management specialists, scientists, and storm chasers. Visit 👉 https://www.geo-trek.com/ Subscribe on Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@geotrekpodcast Listen on Apple 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geotrek/id1577259065 Listen on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/73GLqlNgdJr04KoI5yU6h5 Follow on Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/geotrekpodcast Join the Facebook Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/515960219869748 Follow on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/_geotrek/ Part of Stormline Network Follow on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@_geotrek Connect on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/geotrekpodcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.