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The Weather Channel Podcast

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Episodes

Why Are Thunderstorms So Hard to Forecast and Why Was May So Quiet?

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman talk with producer Niki Budnick about why thunderstorms are so hard to forecast. When should you cancel that hike? Then, the trio wax philosophical about the weirdness that was May.

May 29, 202024 minSeason 3Ep. 33

Hurricane Stories and the Start to the Season with Chaser Josh Morgerman

June 1st marks the official start to hurricane season. Meteorologist Kait Parker has a candid conversation with hurricane chaser Josh Morgerman about why he risks his life to chase hurricanes and how he plans to tackle this season in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. Follow Josh Morgerman on Twitter or watch his series Hurricane Man.

May 26, 202041 minSeason 3Ep. 31

Lyme Disease Risks and a Look Ahead at This Week’s Weather

Meteorolgist Heather Tesch and producer Niki Budnick speak to Lisa Najarian, the head of the Twin Cities Lyme Foundation (3:07). Lisa believes she has had Lyme disease for over 20 years and speaks out to raise awareness about the disease. She tells her story (3:45) and gives some helpful tips to keep yourself safe from ticks (10:11). Then, meteorologist Chris Dolce fills us in on what weather to expect in the week ahead (16:05).

May 24, 202024 minSeason 3Ep. 30

The Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook is Out and What You Can Expect for Memorial Day Weekend

Officials warn evacuated residents in one Michigan town that it may take days before they can return home. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam are joined by weather.com reporter, Jan Childs for an update. The newly released Atlantic hurricane season outlook is out, so can we expect a busy season? And the team chat about the Memorial Day weekend forecast if you're planning to celebrate....

May 21, 202011 minSeason 3Ep. 29

Our June Temperature Outlook is Here! Plus, How Hot Was April?

It may not have felt like one of the hottest April's on record for the United States, but the rest of the world was sweltering. Meteorologists Kait Parker, Jonathan Erdman and Bob Henson talk about what NOAA's State of the Climate report for April means for the global climate going forward. Then, the trio take a look at what's coming in June.

May 14, 202013 minSeason 3Ep. 25

Pattern Change May Wake Up Tropics, Bring Severe Weather Threat

Hurricane season could get off to an early start this weekend on the Southeast coast. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam explain how a pattern change is helping to kick the tropics into gear. And in a world with coronavirus, weather.com reporter Jan Childs brings invaluable ideas to prepare for evacuations from a major storm event.

May 12, 202014 minSeason 3Ep. 24

There Aren't Many Gifts for Mother's Day Weekend

A soaking rain coming to Florida this weekend could help battle wildfires. And an extreme weather pattern is setting up for Mother's Day weekend that will shatter dozens of temperature records and wring out strange May snow in the interior Northeast. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam break down what you need to know, and weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins the conversation with the story behind the Skyway bridge disaster, 40 years later.

May 08, 202016 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Northeast Could See Bombogenesis: Extreme Weather Possible for Mother's Day

The unusual weather across the United States continues, along the East Coast in particular. Meteorologist Kait Parker talks with weather.com reporter Jan Childs about the wildfires that have been burning through parts of Florida. Also, meteorologist Linda Lam discusses the snow that the Northeast and parts of the Midwest can expect this weekend.

May 07, 202021 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Record Breaking Water Levels on the Great Lakes Could Cause Devastating Impacts

Water levels on the Great Lakes remain at near-record or record high values and are expected to stay there through the summer. Meteorologists Kait Parker, Jonathan Erdman and Tom Niziol talk about the impacts communities and cities on the Great Lakes could experience this year. Plus, the trio talk about the potential impacts of climate change on Great Lakes coastal cities in the near future.

May 06, 202023 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Record Breaking Cold for Mother's Day Weekend

A much colder pattern is settling in across the East and Midwest that may smash dozens of records during Mother's Day weekend. Meteorologists Domenica Davis and Linda Lam dig into the forecast and weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins with perspective from the Sunshine State.

May 05, 202014 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Spring Is Here – and So Is COVID-19

As we roll into May, it’s starting to feel like spring. Meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam talk about which parts of the country are warming up and which ones are setting records. Then, weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins to discuss how to stay safe from COVID-19 while taking advantage of the spring weather.

Apr 30, 202022 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Severe Weather Outbreak, Round 2: What You Need to Know

After a day of deadly tornadoes in the Southern Plains, storms are headed to the South. Join meteorologists Kait Parker and Linda Lam for a discussion on the biggest threats these storms will bring. Then, weather.com deputy managing editor Sean Breslin steps in to discuss why Wednesday’s tornadoes were like nothing we’ve seen so far in 2020.

Apr 23, 202018 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Dangerous Threats in the Northeast and South

The northeast faces thunderstorms, and the south once again has severe weather ahead. Weather Channel meteorologists Domenica Davis and Jonathan Erdman join weather.com reporter Jan Childs to discuss what's ahead.

Apr 21, 202014 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Severe Weather Threatens the South -- Again

Just one week after the Easter weekend severe outbreak, dangerous weather once again threatens the South. Weather Channel meteorologists Linda Lam and Jonthan Belles analyze the forecast.

Apr 17, 202017 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Get Ready, Florida: A Look Ahead to Hurricane Season 2020

It's official: The Weather Channel's 2020 hurricane forecast is out, and it predicts an active season. Weather Channel meteorologists Kait Parker and Jonathan Erdman are joined by weather.com reporter Jan Childs to discuss what it means -- especially for Florida.

Apr 16, 202025 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Severe Weather to Slam South: What to Know Now

As severe weather threatens the South, meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Linda Lam discuss the forecast in detail. Weather.com reporter Jan Childs analyzes how COVID-19 may affect large shelter access.

Apr 10, 202025 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Dangerous Weather Threatens South, COVID-19 Complicates Shelters

As potentially damaging weather heads toward the South this weekend, meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman discuss how and when conditions may unfold. Weather.com reporter Jan Childs joins the conversation, noting that the spread of the novel coronavirus has complicated whether large shelters will be used.

Apr 08, 202012 minSeason 3Ep. 5

The "Hurricane Michael of the South Pacific" and Lessons from the Kennedy Tragedy

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman welcome weather.com news reporter Jan Childs to discuss what the recent Kennedy family tragedy can tell us about the dangers of water. Plus, a massive cyclone forms suddenly in the South Pacific, and the team explains how it compares to 2018's Hurricane Michael.

Apr 06, 202016 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Death Threats for Interrupting Masters?

A television meteorologist in Atlanta received death threats for interrupting the Masters Golf Tournament, to cover a tornado threat. The move angered a lot of viewers who were glued to the game. But is there anything local meteorologists can do to curb the anger and still deliver life-saving information? Ari Sarsalari talks to social scientist Dr. Laura Myers for some perspective on how people interpret warnings -- and asks whether breaking into programming is even a practice worth keeping in t...

Apr 17, 201919 minSeason 2Ep. 12

How Would Nuclear War Affect the Weather?

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Dr. Jeff Masters discuss the catastrophic impacts nuclear war could have on the weather for the entire planet. Mass casualties, disease and famine are just part of the story. For more, see Masters' article on Weather Underground .

Mar 28, 201910 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Have We Done All We Can To Prevent Tornado Deaths?

After a violent tornado in Lee County, Alabama, killed 23 people, there has been an active discussion in the meteorological community about what else can be done to prevent fatalities in tornadoes. Can we make improvements or do we just accept that EF4/EF5 tornadoes are going to most often kill people? Ari Sarsalari and Bob Henson talk about it.

Mar 12, 201946 minSeason 2Ep. 10
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