Weather Hype

On this new episode of WeatherHype we are breaking down the recently published National Academies of Science (NAS) report on the integration of social and behavioral sciences within the Weather Enterprise. As a podcast who frequently discusses social science, we first take a step back to examine the terms "social and behavioral sciences" and "weather enterprise." What do they mean, and what/who do they include? Next, we provide our major takeaway points from the 100-page report. What were the goals of the report? What were the recommendations? What does the future look like for integrating social and behavioral sciences in the weather enterprise? We answer all of these questions, in addition to the shenanigans of our daily lives and our songs of the week. Stick around, because WeatherHype is coming up next!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Electric Birds" and "Secret Garden" by Scott Holmes: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

Remember last episode when we got super political? Well, get ready for some more politics. And this time, we’re diving into President Trump’s nomination of Barry Lee Myers for the new administrator of NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. What is NOAA? Who is Barry Myers? Why should you care? We’ll have a compilation of press reports, opinions from various sides, and our own insights on the nomination and what it could mean for NOAA and the National Weather Service. Join us for this and as always, a fun look into our lives and songs of the week!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ as well as "Wasted Britain" and "Locked Up" by Scott Holmes: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

We are back after a month of travel to discuss our active hurricane season in the Atlantic, and specifically to break down Hurricanes Irma and Maria. On this episode, we provide our personal perspectives of experiencing Hurricane Irma and talk about guilt/shame messaging that was evident from social media posts. We then shift the focus to discuss the aftermath of Puerto Rico from Hurricane Maria, and all of the political mumble jumbo that is attached to this disaster. We finish up with life updates, and our songs of the week! Stay tuned, because WeatherHype is coming up next!

If you would like to help Puerto Rico, here is an organization that we will be helping out as part of our Share the Love campaign - United for Puerto Rico (http://unidosporpuertorico.com/en/). This is not an endorsement, we are only providing these as options for you. Please take a look at all charities and organizations closely before you donate.

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Soft and Furious " by Morph: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

As the devastation in Southeast Texas and Louisiana continues to unfold, we wanted to capture the many ideas, opinions, and thoughts that have been circulating around on social media from both the meteorology community and the public. From the decision to evacuate to the innovative use of social media during this event, Castle and Minh examine these ideas to inform people about the nuances in decision-making and also the challenges that many people face in the coming months and years. It is not our intention to be disrespectful to the victims of Harvey. We want to take this opportunity to talk about ideas that certainly need to be discussed while acknowledging that we can help people affected by the storm.

If you would like to help, here are two organizations you may look to for donating. This is not an endorsement of the Red Cross or United Way. We are only providing these as options for you. Please take a look at all charities and organizations closely before you donate.

Text the word HARVEY to 90999 to make a $10 donation. You can also visit redcross.org or call 1- 800-RED CROSS.

Text UWFLOOD to 41444 to donate to the United Way Flood Relief Fund

What's up, Hypesters?! We are back in full swing, and starting August off with our good friend Evan Kuras! On this show, we dive into the world of biometeorology and personal weather monitoring. This episode has something for everyone! We discuss personal heat exposure, environmental justice, tailored weather messaging and warnings, cooling and hydrating resources in communities, and of course Moana. After, we describe our songs of the week - in intricate detail I might add - and figure out what Minh and Castle have been up to this summer. Get ready, because the shenanigans are back!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Empty Electrical Caves " by Kevin Bryce: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

On Episode 32, Minh and Castle discuss new research into how the communication landscape is changing for where people acquire weather forecast information. Previous studies have shown that local television was the dominant source, but with more and more people turning to smartphones, a new study highlights the use of smartphone apps among the younger generation. Also, with the recent Fourth of July holiday, some municipalities in the country decided to go on with their firework displays, even with extremely dry conditions. We discuss that and how fireworks affect air quality. And of course, we have our songs of the week and highlight causes for our "Giving Back" campaign. Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Knock Knock" by Broke for Free: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

Welcome back to Weatherhype! After a brief hiatus, Minh and Castle are back with the most recent weather headlines. On this episode, we discuss the recent heatwave in the Southwest U.S. and its impact on travel. More importantly, we elaborate on the climatic impacts and how this event may impact commerce in the future. We then shift gears to discuss the new "Potential Tropical Cyclone Advisory" that is now being issued by the National Hurricane Center. Lastly, we take a look at the new storm alerting system that has been implemented by the recently opened Universal Studios waterpark, Volcano Bay. We finish off the episode with a life update, our songs of the week, and a review of the new show Boy Band! Get ready, because Weatherhype is coming up next!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Spas N Junk" by Kevin Bryce: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

With our crazy summer schedules, we will be taking a quick break to get settled into our summer plans. Let the suspense begin! Expect new episodes back in Late June/Early July! Until then, feel free to keep tweeting us, leaving us reviews, sending us emails, and listening to old episodes by the pool! Stay Hyped, Hypsters! Byeeeee!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "4am Sunset" by Kevin Bryce: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

What's up, Hypesters! Can you believe it's been a year since we started the podcast?! To celebrate this momentous occasion, we are unlocking the WeatherHype vaults to release the never before heard pilot episode. You will get an inside look at our original conversation about the probability of precipitation, and a follow up discussion on a recent graphic released on Twitter. Following this weather chat, we bring the shenanigans! Two words: Weather Underwear. You'll have to listen to find out more! We finish off with not only 2 songs of the week, but 4! All of this and more is coming up next on WeatherHype!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "A Flashback for Mr. Computer" by Kevin Bryce: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

It was a wet and dreary April 22 for the thousands of scientists and science supporters who gathered in Washington D.C. to voice their concerns and opinions on the Trump Administration's war on facts and scientific knowledge. Minh had a chance to go to D.C., where he sheds some light on what it was like to take part in the March for Science event. Get his perspective, and learn more about how to get involved now that the rally has passed. We have that and even more political talk with Tomi Lahren, the controversial TV host who was recently fired from The Blaze. Of course, we have our social talk, songs of the week, and information about our charities of the month!

Modifications were made for the Introduction and transition music "Baby, I'm Bad Weather" by Toussaint Morrison: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ and "Quit Bitching" by Broke for Free: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/