GeoTrek

GeoTrek
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The GeoTrek podcast explores the world to tell stories about extreme weather and natural disasters not covered by the mainstream media. Each conversation takes a deep-dive into the world where extreme forces of nature threaten to inflict fatalities and economic losses on vulnerable populations. These engaging stories help listeners prepare for extreme events, making their families and communities more resilient. Our guests include meteorologists, innovators, science communicators, thought leaders, filmmakers, insurance professionals, emergency management specialists, scientists, and storm chasers. Visit 👉  https://www.geo-trek.com/ Watch on Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@geotrekbycnc Listen on  Apple 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geotrek/id1577259065 Listen on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/73GLqlNgdJr04KoI5yU6h5 Follow on Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/GeoTrekbyCNC Join the Facebook Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/515960219869748 Follow on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/_geotrek/ Follow on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@_geotrek Connect on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/geotrek-by-cnc/

  1. How Residents are Mapping Flood Risks at a Hyperlocal Level with Julia Drapkin of I See Change

    1 DAY AGO

    How Residents are Mapping Flood Risks at a Hyperlocal Level with Julia Drapkin of I See Change

    🌊 In this episode, we dive into the intersection of community engagement and climate tech with Julia Drapkin, the CEO and founder of ISeeChange. As flooding and climate risks become more unpredictable, traditional data often misses the "ground truth." Julia explains how her flood tracking and risk analytics software empowers residents to document local changes, providing critical data that helps cities and engineers build more resilient infrastructure. Connect with Julia and I See Change: Website 👉 https://www.iseechange.com/ LinkedIn 👉 / juliakumari Subscribe to Geotrek: If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode! #Geotrek #ISeeChange #FloodTracking #ClimateTech #RiskAnalytics #Resilience #CommunityData #Sustainability

    34 min
  2. The Science of Earthquake Early Warning: Exploring USGS ShakeAlert with Robert de Groot

    13 JAN

    The Science of Earthquake Early Warning: Exploring USGS ShakeAlert with Robert de Groot

    Robert de Groot, Operations Team Lead for USGS-managed ShakeAlert, shares insights about Earthquake Early Warning Systems. ShakeAlert is a public safety system serving 50+ million people in California, Oregon and Washington. Join us for this interesting episode! Visit our website here 👉 https://www.geo-trek.com/ Watch our videos here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUqEjDwGJmk&list=PL5xmTc5tQd9l5AdQTpqZDcF7IXQ2N8ts4&index=82 Learn more about ShakeAlert here 👉 https://www.shakealert.org/

    39 min
  3. The GeoTrek 2025 Retrospective: 10 Moments That Defined the Year

    30/12/2025

    The GeoTrek 2025 Retrospective: 10 Moments That Defined the Year

    As we close the book on 2025, Hurricane Hal takes a look back at the top 10 GeoTrek memories of 2025, ranging from an earthquake in Greece to insights from a massive drought mural in Mexico, as well as floods, hail and snowstorms in the United States. Join us for this final journey of the year as we celebrate the stories that shaped us and look ahead to a resilient 2026.

    30 min
  4. Inside the Nation’s First Tsunami Evacuation Structure with Quintin Swanson

    17/12/2025

    Inside the Nation’s First Tsunami Evacuation Structure with Quintin Swanson

    What happens when generations of tsunami stories become a blueprint for saving lives? In this episode, Quintin Swanson, Council Chairman and Education Director of the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe, explains how ancestral knowledge and modern engineering came together to build the first tsunami vertical evacuation structure in the United States. Quintin shares the tribe’s history on Washington’s coast, the warnings passed down about past quakes and tsunamis, and the turning point that pushed the community to act. He walks us through how the structure was designed, who it’s built to protect, and what those crucial minutes between an earthquake and a tsunami really look like. Quintin wraps with his “Weathered Wisdom,” offering a powerful reflection on the natural event that shaped his life. A sharp, compelling look at coastal resilience and a model for future tsunami preparedness.

    29 min
  5. Rebuilding After the Storm: How John Eckeberger and 4B DRN Mobilize Communities for Real Disaster Resilience

    02/12/2025

    Rebuilding After the Storm: How John Eckeberger and 4B DRN Mobilize Communities for Real Disaster Resilience

    Executive Director John Eckeberger has lived a life shaped by Gulf Coast weather. A native Texan with more than 50 years in ministry, John brings both grit and compassion to his leadership at the 4B Disaster Response Network—a coalition born out of Hurricane Harvey that now serves as a model for coordinated, faith-driven disaster relief. In this episode, John walks us through the mission of 4B DRN, how it all started, and why connecting churches, nonprofits, and volunteers is the secret sauce of effective disaster response. He shares the story behind their new response facility, the surprising ways volunteers stay active between major storms, and how other regions can replicate this community-first model. We also dive into Weathered Wisdom, where John recalls the extreme weather event that left the deepest mark on him—a moment that helped shape his calling. From mobilizing local churches as evacuation centers to equipping everyday people to step into disaster zones with confidence, John brings clarity, warmth, and hard-earned insight. Listeners will walk away with a practical understanding of how disaster resilience really gets built—and how they can support the mission.

    41 min
  6. Inside 20 Years of Coastal Resilience with Tracie Sempier

    18/11/2025

    Inside 20 Years of Coastal Resilience with Tracie Sempier

    Tracie Sempier has spent more than two decades working with disaster-prone communities along the Gulf Coast — listening, teaching, evaluating, and helping local leaders strengthen their resilience. As a Coastal Resilience Engagement Specialist with Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant, she brings a rare mix of research, community insight, and hands-on experience. On this episode of GeoTrek, she shares what she’s learned about preparedness, trust, communication, and the realities communities face long after the headlines fade.

    39 min
  7. Smarter, Safer Housing: A Conversation with Documentary Filmmaker George Siegal

    04/11/2025

    Smarter, Safer Housing: A Conversation with Documentary Filmmaker George Siegal

    Documentary filmmaker George Siegal, founder of Move the World Films, exposes the hidden risks in our homes and what we can do to make smarter, safer housing decisions before disaster strikes. Be one of the first 10 to click the link below and you'll receive a free guest pass to watch The Last House Standing for FREE! - Click this link 👉 https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=f8e08b24-5d3a-45a9-982f-ef89c4d7fd41 - Then use this code at checkout (all uppercase) 👉 HURRICANEHALSPECIAL 🎙️ Watch this episode to learn how everyday decisions about where and how we live can mean the difference between safety and disaster.

    41 min
  8. How Home Depot Prepares for Extreme Weather with Jason Arigoni: Interview at the National Tropical Weather Conference Webinar

    21/10/2025

    How Home Depot Prepares for Extreme Weather with Jason Arigoni: Interview at the National Tropical Weather Conference Webinar

    When hurricanes or floods threaten, most of us rush to The Home Depot to stock up—but have you ever wondered how they prepare? In this special episode, recorded during one of Dr. Hurricane Hal's talks at the National Tropical Weather Conference (NTWC), Hal and his colleagues sit down with Jason Arigoni from The Home Depot to talk about how the company gears up before, during, and after extreme weather events. From supply chain logistics to community support, Jason shares how Home Depot keeps stores running and helps neighborhoods recover when disaster hits. If you’re fascinated by disaster response, emergency planning, or large-scale logistics, this conversation offers rare insight into what it takes to weather the storm—literally. 👉 Subscribe for more real stories and lessons on resilience, science, and extreme weather.

    43 min
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The GeoTrek podcast explores the world to tell stories about extreme weather and natural disasters not covered by the mainstream media. Each conversation takes a deep-dive into the world where extreme forces of nature threaten to inflict fatalities and economic losses on vulnerable populations. These engaging stories help listeners prepare for extreme events, making their families and communities more resilient. Our guests include meteorologists, innovators, science communicators, thought leaders, filmmakers, insurance professionals, emergency management specialists, scientists, and storm chasers. Visit 👉  https://www.geo-trek.com/ Watch on Youtube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@geotrekbycnc Listen on  Apple 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geotrek/id1577259065 Listen on Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/73GLqlNgdJr04KoI5yU6h5 Follow on Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/GeoTrekbyCNC Join the Facebook Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/515960219869748 Follow on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/_geotrek/ Follow on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@_geotrek Connect on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/geotrek-by-cnc/

Information

  • Creator
    GeoTrek
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © CNC 2026
  • Show Website
    GeoTrek