GeoTrek
GeoTrek investigates the impacts of extreme weather and natural disasters on individuals and communities. Our goal is to help your decision making, risk assessment and communication related to extreme events, so you can take action to make yourself, your family and your community more resilient. Our guests include scientists, storm chasers, farmers, urban planners, disaster response professionals, and travelers/ explorers.
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- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 119
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Why Clear Communication Saves Lives in Disasters with Julie Kay Roberts of PSEMA
Clear communication is paramount for effective disaster response. Julie Kay Roberts, seasoned expert in strategic communications and emergency management, joins us on GeoTrek podcast #119 to talk abo…
The 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with Jim Cantore
Hurricane Katrina changed the Gulf Coast forever. 20 years later, GeoTrek host Hal Needham sits down with legendary Weather Channel meteorologist Jim Cantore, who rode out the storm in coastal Missis…
Hurricane Katrina: Lessons Learned and the Path Forward with Alessandra Jerolleman
In this episode of GeoTrek, we’re joined by Alessandra Jerolleman, Director of Research at the Center for Environment, Land, and Law at Loyola University in New Orleans. As we mark the 20th anniversa…
When the Waters Rise: Alex Garcia on Deadly Flash Floods in Texas
Catastrophic floods killed at least 135 people in the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Alex Garcia, Chief Meteorologist at Fox 29 San Antonio, explains the science behind s…
Protecting Your Property: Floodproofing with Tom Little
Flooding is the most common—and costly—natural disaster in the U.S. So how do you protect your property before the water rises?
Tom Little, President and CEO of Smart Vent Products, LLC, joins Dr. Hal…
Smart Homes, Safer Communities with Carl Schneider
Join “Hurricane Hal” Needham as he sits down with Carl Schneider, insurance agent and co-founder of Smart Home America, for a story that spans continents and communities. Drawing on the ingenuity of …
East Asia Typhoons & Florida Hurricanes – A Global Storm Perspective with Robert Speta
Join host Hal Needham as he talks with Meteorologist Robert Speta about the stark differences in preparing for and experiencing tropical cyclones. Speta shares invaluable insights into forecasting an…
Exploring the Interface of Climate Resiliency and Historic Preservation with Lisa Craig-Hensley
How do we protect our past from our future? On the latest GeoTrek, we tackle this crucial question with preservation powerhouse Lisa Craig-Hensley! With over 30 years' experience, Lisa reveals the st…
Forensic Meteorology at the 2025 Allied Trust Litigation Summit
How does forensic meteorology help protect homeowners and insurers from fraud? In this episode, recorded live at the 2025 Allied Trust Litigation Summit, we sit down with Amy Fail and Ron Ligocki fro…
Living Shorelines with Ryan Gilbert
Coastal communities face growing threats from erosion, storms, and rising sea levels—but could nature itself be the key to resilience? In Episode 110 of the GeoTrek Podcast, we explore how living sho…
How Hail Causes Damage and How We Can Reduce it with IBHS
Hailstorms cause billions of dollars in damage each year, but how do we study hail to build stronger homes and communities?
In Episode 109 of the GeoTrek Podcast, we dive into the world of hail resear…
Optimizing Transportation Business for Winter Weather
In Episode 108 of the GeoTrek Podcast, we explore how extreme winter weather impacts the transportation and logistics industry. From blizzards to icy roads, truck drivers and logistics professionals …
The January 2025 Fires in Southern California
In Episode 107 of the GeoTrek Podcast, we analyze the devastating January 2025 wildfires in Southern California and discuss how communities can better prepare for future wildfire threats. Our special…
How Extreme Weather Impacts Professional Sports Performances
In Episode 106 of GeoTrek, we explore the fascinating intersection of extreme weather and professional sports. Special guest Mark Paquette, an expert on how weather influences sports, gambling, and b…
All About Avalanches - How do Forecasters Predict Avalanches?
Join us for Episode 105 of the GeoTrek Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of avalanches! Simon Trautman, Director of the National Avalanche Center, breaks down the science behind how avalanch…
Insights on Hurricanes Helene and Milton with Dr. Jennifer Collins
Hurricanes Helene and Milton recently impacted west-central Florida, including the Tampa/ St. Pete metro area. Dr. Jennifer Collins, Professor in the School of Geosciences at the University of South …
Heavy Rainfall Below Sea Level – The Challenge of Freshwater Flooding in New Orleans
Gain insights on the challenge of freshwater flooding below sea level, as we explore New Orleans with Chris Franklin, Andrew Woodroof and Johnny Vindigni.
Voices from the 2024 Texas Groundwater Summit
In this episode of the GeoTrek Podcast, we bring you exclusive insights from the 2024 Texas Groundwater Summit, where industry experts and thought leaders gathered to discuss the latest trends, chall…
Tropical Storm Debby and The Science Behind Slow-Moving Tropical Cyclones with Jim Kossin
After making landfall in Florida as a hurricane, Tropical Storm Debby stalled out along the South Carolina coast, bringing days of heavy rain impacts to the region. This podcast investigates the scie…
Historic Hurricane Beryl with Brian McNoldy and Phil Klotzbach
Historic Hurricane Beryl broke many Atlantic basin hurricane records, becoming the farthest east hurricane and the only cat-4 hurricane to form in June, then the earliest cat-5 hurricane on record. T…