We talk to Ellen Mecray about developing long-term trust through federal service experience, her exciting transition to the private sector as a business owner, and the advantages of relationship building within all sectors of the weather, water, and climate enterprise.

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Edited by Johnny Le

Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie

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We talk to Tim Gallaudet about the components of being a successful leader, how his love for the ocean turned into a career of Navy service and global adventure, and how his new book, Holding Fast in Heavy Seas pairs his personal leadership journey with fascinating real-world weather stories.

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Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie

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We talk to Nina Oakley about the challenges and rewards of changing career paths, stepping outside your comfort zone to reach your full potential, and how precipitation contributes to landslides and post-wildfire floods and debris flows.

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We talk to Rob Marciano about the challenges of field reporting during extreme weather events, the value of face-to-face communication with mentors, and how writing the book The Next Big Thing left him feeling hopeful and optimistic for the future.

Book: The Next Big Thing

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We talk to Alex Tomoff about climate risk in the food industry, the benefits of gaining experience through the academic, public, and private sectors, and the challenges of communicating weather impacts to leadership and stakeholders.

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Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie

Edited by Johnny Le

Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie

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We talk to Steve Bennett about the many different job trajectories available in meteorology, the importance of integrity in one’s career, and the advantages of networking to build valuable connections.

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We talk to Susie Martin about various facets of professional meteorology—from broadcasting to consulting, navigating contentious forensic cases, and the importance of being able to communicate weather information both verbally and through written skills.

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We talk to Vytas Reid about changes in the broadcast meteorology industry, how to land that first job at a station, and the importance of staying humble throughout your career.

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We talk to Barb Mayes Boustead about the creation of the Accumulated Winter Season Severity Index, the importance of being flexible in your career, and what Laura Ingalls Wilder teaches us about weather, climate, and protecting what we cherish.

Books

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We talk to Erica Grow Cei about the broadcast meteorology industry, the benefits of joining AMS boards/committees, and never underestimating your value when considering a career transition.

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