Chris Martz joins Chuck Yates to discuss the dynamics of Hurricane Helene, one of the deadliest storms since Katrina. Chris delves into the misconceptions surrounding hurricane intensity, climate change, and the role of dry air in storm development. The conversation also explores how media narratives can skew public perception of hurricanes and the importance of improving weather forecasting models. With his expertise, Chris challenges mainstream climate narratives and provides valuable insights into the future of weather prediction.

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00:00 - Hurricane Ida
01:08 - Death Toll
01:22 - What Happened
05:18 - Why Did It Intensify
10:14 - Forecasting Hurricanes
11:59 - Climate Change and Hurricanes
18:11 - Climate Change and Tornadoes
21:40 - Climate Change Impact
25:55 - Resilience and Infrastructure
28:50 - Urbanization and Flooding
34:52 - Insurance Industry Propaganda
38:09 - Final Thoughts on Climate
39:48 - Misinformation in Media
43:20 - Funding for Climate Research
47:53 - How Research Grants Work

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