We'll delve into the science behind the 1991 Halloween Nor'easter storm. It features an interview with Joe Sienkiewicz from the Weather Service, who was forecasting and tracking the storm when it occurred in October 1991. Sienkiewicz provides insights into how the unique combination of weather conditions came together to create the devastating storm, which was later dubbed "The Perfect Storm." Emily will also chat with WJLA Meteorologist, Brian van de Graaf about weather in the movies.

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We explore the history of naming hurricanes with hurricane expert Brian McNoldy and West Palm Beach Meteorologist Vytas Reid. From the origins of naming storms to the process of selecting names today, we'll have a look back at the memorable, the hard to pronounce and the retired names of these destructive natural disasters.

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We are exploring the annular solar eclipse coming this weekend and the total solar eclipse of April 2024. What's the difference between these eclipses? Where are the ideal viewing locations? How do you experience totality safely? Dave Jones from Storm Center Communications joins us to discuss everything you need to know to prepare for these stunning events.

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Aristotle is often called the "Father of Meteorology," but the science has evolved dramatically since his time. To trace the roots of modern forecasting, we spoke with historian Dr. Kristine Harper about meteorology's origins. Like the field it covers, the National Weather Desk has witnessed its own growth and innovation throughout its inaugural year. To revisit the moments that defined our first year on-air, Emily chats with colleague Matt Ritter.

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Jen Walton started Girls Who Chase to give female storm chasers a platform to showcase their work in a male-dominated field. She joins us to discuss her own experiences that led her to create the organization, the talented women involved, and her mission to elevate women's voices in storm chasing. We talk challenges, milestones, and the importance of representation.

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Coastal flooding is on the rise, even on sunny days. In this episode, we hear from NOAA Oceanographer, Dr. William Sweet and explore the impacts of high tide flooding and what's driving the trends. We'll also talk to Charleston flooding photographer, Jared Bramblett about how he combines his engineering background and artistic eye to document nuisance flooding in his community and raise awareness about sea level rise.

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A new study shows airplane contrails are contributing to climate change. We interview Google's Dinesh Sanekommu about using AI to optimize flight plans and reduce contrails. Also, climate scientist Dr. Susanne Bauer explains contrail science and atmospheric effects. We discuss if Google's contrail reduction study offers a practical way to mitigate aviation emissions.

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The nuclear fallout from the first testing of the Atomic Bomb left a lasting imprint on Earth's geological time scale, creating a mark between the Holocene and Anthropocene Epochs. Dr. Francine McCarthy, shares how her team's discovery in a Canadian lake reveals this change and why it sparks contentious debates among experts.

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In this episode, we delve into the cataclysmic Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 that reshaped The Florida Keys. First, we're joined by Meteorologist Les Still, who unravels the science behind this devastating hurricane and the history of Flagler's Railroad. Then, acclaimed author Chanel Cleeton discusses her historical fiction novel "The Last Train to Key West", which vividly brings this event to life. Join us for a captivating exploration of meteorology, history, and the human spirit in the face of nature's fury!

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We are half-way through the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season and the tropics are getting ACTIVE! So we are checking in with two of our tropical experts - James Spann and Alex Garcia to explore the factors that fuel these storms and the ways technology is revolutionizing our ability to track and understand them. After this episode, you'll be armed with all the knowledge you need for the 2nd half of the season!

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