Destination Disaster

This week, we discuss the current state of public health in the United States and the risk of a highly virulent strain of influenza that could result in a 50% mortality rate if left unmanaged.

Sources:

CDC Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report (FluView) – Provides up-to-date data on influenza activity, hospitalizations, and mortality. FluView Interactive Data

CDC Norovirus Surveillance System – Tracks outbreaks of Norovirus in the U.S., including case numbers and locations. Norovirus Trends and Reports

CDC COVID-19 and Respiratory Illness Reports – Recent data on hospitalizations and co-circulating respiratory viruses. COVID Data Tracker

The Lancet – Research articles on H5N1 influenza strains, transmission risks, and vaccine efficacy. Example: "Human Susceptibility to Avian Influenza H5N1: A Systematic Review."

Nature Medicine – Covers emerging pathogens, viral mutations, and global health threats. Example: "Pandemic Potential of H5N1 Influenza: A Genomic Perspective."

American Hospital Association (AHA) – Reports on hospital readiness, staffing shortages, and resource constraints. Example: "The State of America's Hospitals: Post-COVID Challenges."

Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security – Publications on pandemic preparedness and vulnerabilities in the U.S. healthcare system. Health Security Resources

World Health Organization (WHO) – Global influenza and Norovirus surveillance data. Global Influenza Programme

Congressional Research Service (CRS) – Analysis of U.S. pandemic response capabilities and federal policy changes. Example: "Pandemic Preparedness in the U.S.: Challenges and Solutions."

Public Statements and Policy Proposals – Statements from incoming or outgoing health officials regarding vaccines, public health strategies, and pandemic preparedness.

ProPublica – Investigative reporting on healthcare systems and pandemic preparedness. Example: "The Next Pandemic: How America’s Health System is Unprepared."

Reuters Health – Updates on viral outbreaks and government responses. Example: "CDC Warns of Early Flu and Norovirus Surges Across the U.S."

Intro Music:

CJ-0: Evidence Board

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Wicked Cinema: Fallout

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This week, we're discussing the catastrophic impact that Hurricane Milton had in the Northern portions of Mexico, and throughout the state of Florida.

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Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Milton

Music/Sound Effects:

Intro/Outro:

Dakota Mack - Unrelenting

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Welcome Back! This week, we're discussing the catastrophic impact that Hurricane Helene had on the Appalachian portions of America. Death, destruction, and misinformation plagued this response.

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Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Helene

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Effects_of_Hurricane_Helene_in_North_Carolina

Music/Sound Effects:

Intro/Outro:

Dakota Mack - Unrelenting

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Quick update on the reason for the shows hiatus.

New episodes return November 1st, 2024.

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On this special episode, we sit down and read through the treasonous manifesto that is Project 2025. We look at key portions that will result in the dismantling of FEMA, NOAA, and the CDC should a new conservative administration win the next election. This project does not die with the election of Donald Trump so be sure to get out and vote.

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SOURCES:

https://static.project2025.org/2025_MandateForLeadership_FULL.pdf

https://www.adl.org/resources/report/right-wing-extremist-terrorism-united-states

https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/306123.pdf

https://www.cato.org/blog/illegal-border-crosser-terror-watchlist-released-border-patrol-apprehended-later-what-do-we

https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/cbp-enforcement-statistics

https://annamaria.edu/academics/undergraduate-studies/emergency-management/

INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC:

Dakota Mack - Unrelenting

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This week, we're going to follow the survivors as they navigate the second day, up to three weeks post-disaster. Communities are beginning to grow and adapt to the new society that has emerged following Russia's attack on the United States. Be sure to tune in to the next episode where we move into the first month post-disaster and see if Nicole's community can withstand external pressures to maintain safety and security.

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Music/Sound Effects:

Intro/Outro:

Salon Dijon - Rising Tide Instrumental

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Sound Effects:

All Sound Effects were sourced from Pixabay, Youtube, & Free Sound

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Episode 2 tracks the first 24 hours of the initial response by the United States government, military, and individuals. With the United States in shock, partner nations are ramping up support and activating their militaries to respond to what could potentially lead to World War III. Stay tuned as we join back up with Nicole and her neighborhood group in the next episode.

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Music/Sound Effects:

Intro/Outro:

Salon Dijon - Rising Tide Instrumental

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Sound Effects:

All Sound Effects were sourced from Pixabay, Youtube, & Free Sound

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Welcome back to a new season! This season we're following a narrative driven story of an attack against the United States using an Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) weapon.

Episode 1 tracks the first 24 hours of the largest military attack against the United States and outlines how it will immediately affect the surviving population. All episode source material will be provided at the end of the season once we recap and identify the true threat to the United States.

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Music/Sound Effects:

Intro/Outro:

Salon Dijon - Rising Tide Instrumental

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Sound Effects:

All Sound Effects were sourced from Sound Stripe

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This week, we're discussing the Texas City Industrial Accident. This disaster is considered the worst industrial accident in United States history. With over 600 dead, 5,000 injured, and over $1 billion dollars in property damage, justice wouldn't come soon enough. I want to thank you all for listening this season, new episodes will air in early May 2024.

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Sources:

• https://www.mercatus.org/research/policy-briefs/economic-recovery-lessons-post-world-war-ii-period
• https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/us-history/postwarera/postwar-era/a/the-growth-of-suburbia
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compagnie_Générale_Transatlantique
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mid-20th_century_baby_boom
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshall_Plan#Slow_recovery
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Texas_City_disaster

Music:

Guardians - Caleb Etheridge

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This week, we're discussing the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, the deadliest industrial accident to occur in the United States. 146 employees would lose their lives as a result of abysmal working conditions and locked exits, culminating in a perfect storm, ripe for death.

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Sources:

• https://npg.si.edu/blog/tragedy-triangle-shirtwaist-factory#:~:text=In%20its%20aftermath%2C%20the%20Triangle,minimum%20wage%20and%20working%20conditions.
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triangle_Shirtwaist_Factory_fire
• https://trianglefire.ilr.cornell.edu/index.html

Music:

Guardians - Caleb Etheridge

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