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The Storm Front Freaks are a team of Meteorologists and Storm Trackers. Listen to “the most entertaining weather podcast” with exciting guests from the severe storms community.

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Aug 13, 2017 · 1 hr 10 min
#33 - Guests: Basehunters Chasing - Adult Meteorology
In This Episode Guest: Isaac Pato and Scott Peake of Basehunters Chasing Lightning Round: Weather Match Game Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Monsoon Pattern Primer The team discusses Storm Chaser Competition Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guests Basehunters Chasing (Isaac Pato and Scott Peake) Basehunters Chasing is committed to capturing and sharing the most unique severe weather footage and photos on the market. As meteorologists and ‘weather geeks’ we are passionate about forecasting violent weather and promoting community resilience against severe weather hazards. Basehunters Chasing, LLC was founded by Colt Forney, Isaac Pato, Kevin Rolfs and Scott Peake in 2010 to share our chase photography and videography with the world. Selected by Wired.com as Storm Chasers to Follow on Instagram. Basehunters on YouTube Basehunters on Facebook Basehunters on Twitter www.basehunterschasing.com Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com WxResources Links Phil: Bill Paxton Memorial Event Sept 16-17 Wakita, OK Kim: Buzz Bernard Books Brady: NWS Weather Education Phil: Indian Storm Chaser's Convention Nov 18th Weather Fools Links Phil: Istanbul Reporter Pelted by Hail Kim: 2 Feet of Snow Brady: Thief of Brady's Tropical Lightning Photo Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode (34), our guest will be former Hurricane Hunter and current National Hurricane Center member, Warren Madden. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jul 30, 2017 · 1 hr 14 min
#32 - Guest: Gary England - I've Got the Bigger Doppler!
In This Episode Guest: Gary England, Oklahoma TV Weather Legend Lightning Round: Gary England Drinking Game Challenge Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Video Tips The team discusses the future direction of TV Meteorology Brady’s Storm School: Squall Lines Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guest Gary England, Oklahoma TV Weather Legend In 2015 Gary England was appointed by the Oklahoma Board of Regents as the University of Oklahoma Consulting Meteorologist in Residence. Well known for his time as a TV Meteorologist with KWTV in Oklahoma City, Gary received four Heartland Emmy awards and has been the recipient of numerous other honors including the prestigious national Edward R. Murrow award for coverage of a tornado event. In 1981, Gary became the first person in history to use Doppler radar for direct warnings to the public. Besides appearing in the Steven Spielberg movie, "TWISTER", he has long been a sought after consultant for tornado weather specials produced by national and international television channels, appearing in over 60 such productions. He is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and meteorology. https://twitter.com/garyeok Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Storm School Brady’s Storm School Link: Medium.com Squall Lines WxResources Links Phil: Pursuit Film by Mike Olbinski MJ: Spaghettimodels.com Weather Fools Links MJ: Playboy Bunny's Visit Forecast Phil: Fake Weather Gets 100,000 Viewers Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode (33), our guests will be storm chasers, Basehunters Chasing. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jul 16, 2017 · 1 hr 19 min
#31 - Guest: Tornado Trackers - The Pastor and His Wine
In This Episode Guest: Tornado Trackers (Jeff Magnum, Jeremy Hamann, Gabe Cox), Storm Chasers Lightning Round: Newlywed Game Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Storm Photo Camera Settings The team discusses who is driving weather innovation: Private Companies or NOAA/NWS Brady’s Storm School: Heat Waves Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guests Tornado Trackers, Storm Chasers Jeff Magnum, Austin TX Jeremy Hamann, Denver, CO Gabe Cox, Jacksonville FL Tornado Trackers was founded in May 2013 when three friends created a joint twitter account to keep friends and family updated on chases. Since then, all three have worked together to maintain Tornado Trackers, both in the field and through social media, with the simple goal of sharing their enthusiasm for all things weather. At the heart of what they do lies a complete fascination with storms and a genuine excitement to be a part of the larger community of weather fanatics worldwide. Their footage has been broadcast on many networks including ABC, NBC, CBS, The Weather Channel, CNN and The National Geographic. Was recently identified by WIRED magazine as one of the top storm chasers to follow on Twitter. www.tornadotrackers.org www.twitter.com/tornadotrackers 2016 Chase Video Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com WxResources Links Phil: PBS Lesson Plan: Storm Chasing Reveals Weather Future MJ: MetEd Skywarn Spotter Training Online Weather Fools Links MJ: 2016 Weather Fails Video Phil: Mike Olbinski Dangerous Intercept...of Dust Devil Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode (32), our guest will be Oklahoma TV Weather Legend, Gary England. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jul 2, 2017 · 1 hr 28 min
#30 - Guest: Jim Cantore - Box O' Hooch
In This Episode Guest: Jim Cantore, On-Air Meteorologist on The Weather Channel Lightning Round: Yankee Nicknames Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Storm Photo Composition The team discusses who is driving weather innovation: Private Companies or NOAA/NWS Brady’s Storm School: Rip Currents Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guest Jim Cantore, On-Air Meteorologist on The Weather Channel. Jim Cantore is one of the most recognized faces in weather. Known for his live reports from severe weather events. He has covered every major weather event during the past 25 years, including Hurricanes Katrina and Irene and Superstorm Sandy. A native of White River Junction, VT, Cantore graduated with a bachelor's degree in meteorology from Lyndon State College (Lyndonville, VT) where he returns each year to work with students in the meteorology program. The Weather Channel hired Cantore out of college and he first appeared on air in July 1986. @JimCantore on Twitter Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com WxResources Links Phil: Weather Wiz Kids Kim: Nick Walker Weather Dude Education Brady: Twister Ohio State Weather Site Dina: Tropical Atlantic Site MJ: LightningMaps.org Weather Fools Links Brady: Nebraska Football Freshman Do Weather MJ: Irish Weatherman Blown Away Dina: Funniest Weather Report Phil: Mark Tarello Twitter Account Kim: Woman Runs Out of Truck During Hailstorm Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode (31), our guests will be the Tornado Trackers (Jeff Mangum, Jeremy Hamann and Gabe Cox). Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jun 18, 2017 · 1 hr 9 min
#29 - Guest: Mark Sudduth - Geezel: Hurricane or Supermodel?
In This Episode Guest: Mark Sudduth, hurricane chaser and founder of HurricaneTrack.com Lightning Round: Hurricane or Supermodel? Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Chase Equipment The team discusses need for new hurricane rating system Brady’s Storm School: Green Skies Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guest Mark Sudduth, founder of HurricaneTrack.com Mark has been studying the impacts of hurricanes for 22 years and his team deploy remotely operated, unmanned camera systems to stream and capture live video of hurricane effects. The video is saved "in the cloud" and later retrieved for analysis including time lapse research and educational uses. In addition, Mark has worked to collect wind and pressure data during tropical storm and hurricane landfall events and has contributed numerous reports to the National Hurricane Center both operationally and post-cyclone. www.HurricaneTrack.com @HurricaneTrack on Twitter @HurricaneTrack.com on Facebook HurricaneTrack on YouTube Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TornadoTitans.com WxResources Links Phil: Simple Gourmet Meals for After the Hurricane Kim: www.lattery.com/dalmetro Weather Fools Links Brady: Jogging on trail under downed tree Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be The Weather Channel Meteorologist, Jim Cantore! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jun 3, 2017 · 1 hr 16 min
#28 - Guest: Conor Clancy - The Podcast Your Mom Loves!
In This Episode Guest: Conor Clancy, Storm Chasing Photojournalist and Creator of the “Behind The Bear’s Cage” project Lightning Round: Star Wars Family Feud Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Night Chasing The team discusses safety certification for storm chasers Brady’s Storm School: Wall Cloud Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show Our Guest Conor Clancy, Photographer and Storm Chaser Photojournalist of the project: Behind the Bears Cage Based in the Philadelphia metro area, Conor may one of the only photographers who holds a BA in Theatre Production & Management (Marymount Manhattan College, 2011). Initially focusing on live music photography, Clancy later branched out to explore portraits, travel photography, and most recently, photojournalism with his personal storm chasing project, "Behind The Bear's Cage." He's had the honor of capturing musicians such as Bombay Bicycle Club, Billy Idol, Garbage, Milo Greene, MS MR, No Doubt, and Taking Back Sunday, as well as working closely with artists Shoshana Bean, Bre Kennedy, Kaylyn Marie, and Remember Jones. Behind The Bears Cage Blog @behindthebearscage on Instagram @BTBearsCage on Twitter Behind The Bears Cage on Facebook Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of www.SevereStudios.com Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center WxResources Links Dina: NWS Field Office List and Public Statements Phil: NexLab iOS App Brady: http://www.intellicast.com Weather Fools Links Dina: On-Camera Meteorologist and A Bug Phil: Almost Hit by Lightning Strike Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be Hurricane Chaser and Creator of HurricaneTrack.com, Mark Sudduth. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
May 21, 2017 · 1 hr 20 min
#27 - Guest: Ari Sarsalari - 85% of Five Men?
In this Episode Guest: Ari Sarsalari, Meteorologist on The Weather Channel App’s “The Ari Effect” Lightning Round: Drummer Switch Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner (TBA) The team discusses the future of weather media Brady’s Storm School: Lightning Safety Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Our next guest/show HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY to Storm Front Freaks Podcast Our Guest Ari Sarsalari, Meteorologist on The Weather Channel App’s “The Ari Effect” On-Camera meteorologist at The Weather Channel and host of The Ari Effect. Specializing in severe weather coverage. Graduate of The University of Wisconsin-Madison. Bachelor's Degree in Atmospheric and Oceanic Science. @AriWeather on Twitter Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of www.SevereStudios.com Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Article: Report: Future of the local TV market by Bill Va Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center WxResources Links Dina: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/ Kim: http://www.hurricanehunters.com Weather Fools Links Dina: Reporter Sledding Accident Kim: Shirtless Hail Dancer Brady: Russian Weather Woman Bikini Broadcast Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be Storm Chaser and former co-star of Tornado Chasers, Dick McGowan Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
May 6, 2017 · 1 hr 21 min
#26 - Guest: Mike Olbinski - Yoda Needs a Drink!
In this Episode Guest: Mike Olbinski, Storm Chaser Photographer, Author and Emmy Winning Filmmaker Lightning Round: Star Wars Trivial Pursuit Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Storm Mode The team discusses what is or isn’t too much storm photo editing Brady’s Storm School: Severe Weather Warnings Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Our next guest/show Article: The Storm Chasers To Follow On Instagram by Laura Mallonee Our Guest Mike Olbinski, Storm Chaser Photographer, Author of Storm Chaser and Emmy Winning Filmmaker Mike Olbinski calls himself a storm-chasing wedding photographer, but filmmaker can also added to the title. He's based out of Phoenix, Arizona, and when he's not shooting weddings both here in the U.S. and internationally, he's chasing storms across the desert southwest and also the Central Plains. Apart from loving still photography of lightning, tornadoes and almost any kind of weather, Mike creates time-lapse films a few times a year. His work has been seen across the world, in commercials, documentaries, magazines and even Thor: The Dark World. He tries to maintain his sanity while doing this full-time and being a husband and father of three beautiful children. @MikeOlbinski on Twitter Mike Olbinski Photography on Facebook @MikeOlbinski on Instagram www.MikeOlbinski.com Mike Olbinski on Vimeo Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of www.SevereStudios.com Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Weather Fools Links Dina: On-Air Meteorologist Fails WxResources Links Dina: www.intellicast.com Phil: www.theweatherprediction.com Mike: Lightning Trigger IV Mike’s Storm Chaser book on Amazon Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be The Weather Channel (TWC) digital Meteorologist, Ari Sarsalari and his wife, TWC Social Media Specialist, Jen Watson. Plus other surprises to celebrate our 1 year anniversary! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Apr 23, 2017 · 1 hr 15 min
#25 - Guest: Kevin Roth - Are You Flippin' Us Off?
In this Episode Guest: Kevin Roth, Meteorologist for Rotogrinders.com Fantasy Sports and CW33-TV in Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX Lightning Round: Hollywood Squares Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Chase Vacation The team discusses why TV meteorologists lack staying power and even quit. Brady’s Storm School: Cumulonimbus Clouds Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Our next guest Sponsor: www.AcuRite.com Our Guest Kevin Roth, Meteorologist for Rotogrinders.com Fantasy Sports and CW33 TV in Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX Kevin has a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida State University and a Master's Degree from Mississippi State, seal of approval from the National Weather Association, and 5+ years working in severe weather markets. Lover of weather, science, and anything nerdy. @KevinRothWx on Twitter Kevin Roth Meteorologist on Facebook @KevinRothWx on Instagram Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of www.SevereStudios.com Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Weather Fools Links Brady/Phil: Hackers set off TX warning sirens WxResources Links Kim: RadarScope Phil: NWS Louisville Tornado Track Map Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be Storm Chaser, Photographer, Author and Director, Mike Olbinski Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Apr 9, 2017 · 1 hr 28 min
#24 - Guest: Gabe Garfield - What Time is Testbed?
In This Episode Guest: Gabe Garfield, Strom Chaser and NWS Researcher We’re a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador Lightning Round: Match the Skier Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Your Chasing Target The team discusses storm chaser safety Brady’s Storm School Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Our next guest Sponsor: www.AcuRite.com Our Guest Gabe Garfield, Storm Chaser and NWS Meteorologist Liaison to the Hazardous Weather Testbed Gabe is the National Weather Service Liaison to the Hazardous Weather Testbed. His work focuses on improving tornado warnings through the development of new weather technology. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s of science degrees in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma. During his free time as a student, Gabe developed his skills for forecasting and chasing severe storms. He has witnessed dozens of tornadoes, including EF5 tornadoes at El Reno, Oklahoma in 2011 and Moore, Oklahoma in 2013. Gabe has been involved with several research projects including VORTEX-2. @wxGabe on Twitter Gabe Garfield on Facebook Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of www.SevereStudios.com Weather Fools Links Dina: Weather Reporter Too Close to Wet Street Phil: Tornado Uncovers Pot Operation WxResources Links Kim: Video of Superoutbreak of April 1974 Phil: AcuRite Portable Lightning Detector and Anemometer Dina: Pivotal Weather Website Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be Kevin Roth, TV Meteorologist and Forecaster for RotoGrinders.com Fantasy Sports Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Mar 26, 2017 · 1 hr 20 min
#23 - Guest: Kory Hartman - You Get the Runza When You Eat It
In This Episode Guest: Kory Hartman, Storm Chaser and Owner, SevereStudios.com National Weather Podcast Month Guest Co-Host: Bill Murray, Weather Brains Lightning Round: Think Like a Freak-Famous Food Dishes in Tornado and Dixie Alley Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: Models and Severe Weather The team discusses how to get live storm footage to the public masses if we know they’re more likely to act. Brady’s Storm School: Pollen Forecasting Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Our next guest Our Guest Kory Hartman, Storm Chaser and Owner of SevereStudios.com A former television and radio studio engineer, Kory combined his love of weather and experience in the broadcast industry to help create Severe Studios Inc. As owner of the storm video broker, Kory coordinates and represents a team of over 60 professional storm chasers, including himself, who cover severe storms for local and national networks like The Weather Channel and CNN. @koryhartman on Twitter @severestudios on Twitter @severestudios2 on Facebook www.SevereStreaming.com Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Weather Fools Links Bill/Phil/Brady (Unanimous): Gov. Chris Christie Criticizes NWS WxResources Links Bill: WMO International Cloud Atlas Phil: NOAA Tornado Historical Records and Trends Brady: Ohio State University Meteorology Club 2017 Symposium Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Weather Brains Podcast can be found at www.weatherbrains.com March is National Weather Podcast Month. We are joined by 7 other weather podcasts in a month of great programming and co-host crossovers! Find the National Weather Podcast Month logo on our website for more information. Next episode, our guest will be Storm Chaser and NWS Research Meteorologist, Gabe Garfield! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Mar 11, 2017 · 1 hr 18 min
#22 - Guest: Reed Timmer - Drag Racing in a Prius?
In This Episode Guest: Reed Timmer, Extereme Meteorolgist with AccuWeather National Weather Podcast Month Guest Co-Host: Dakota Smith, The Weather Junkies Lightning Round: Who Want’s To Be A Millionaire-Insects NEW Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: The Cap The team discusses disparity between people in weather for the science and people in weather for business and money. Brady’s Storm School: Astronomical vs Meteorological Spring Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Our next guest Our Guest Reed Timmer, Extreme Meteorologist for AccuWeather Reed is a meteorologist and storm chaser who starred on Discovery Channel’s reality television series Storm Chasers. He previously starred in the documentary film Tornado Glory and subsequently the TV series Tornado Chasers following the cancellation of the Discovery Channel show. Reed graduated with his Ph.D. in Meteorology from Oklahoma University in the spring of 2015 and currently storm chases for AccuWeather. @ReedTimmerAccu on Twitter @ReedTimmerAccu on Facebook Sponsor: www.SevereStreaming.com of Severe Studios Titan U Minute with Chris Sanner: www.TorndaoTitans.com Discussion Topic Links CNBC-Weather Services Become Big Business Sponsor: www.WeatherProShop.com of Severe Weather Center Weather Fools Links Dakota: EPA Chief Thinks CO2 Not Primary Driver of Climate Change Dina: Snow Removal Using Loud Bass with Child in Car Brady: Geostorm Movie Trailer WxResources Links Dina: NOAA Rip Currents Phil: Into The Storm Book by Reed Timmer Dakota: WeatherHype Podcast Kim: USTornadoes.com Reed: NWS-SPC Mesoscale Analysis Page Reed: 360fly 4K Camera Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! The Weather Junkies Podcast can be found at www.theweatherjunkies.com March is National Weather Podcast Month. We are joined by 7 other weather podcasts in a month of great programming and co-host crossovers! Find the National Weather Podcast Month logo on our website for more information. Next episode, our guest will be Storm Chaser and Owner of Severe Studios, Kory Hartman and we’ll have a guest co-host from the Weather Brains podcast, Bill Murray. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Feb 26, 2017 · 1 hr 25 min
#21 - Guest: Dr. Laura Myers - More You Drink, Better You Look
In This Episode Guest: Dr. Laura Myers, Social Scientist and specialist in storm preparedness and weather alert dissemination Lightning Round: Animal Minute To Win It Brady’s Storm School: Snow Ratios The team discusses Fake Weather News and Alternative Facts in social media before, during and after severe storms William Cole, Chief Meteorologist with Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment National Weather Podcast Month Our next guest Show Updates Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV is simulcasting our live and previous shows every Thursday night at 8pmCT. William Cole is the Creator and Chief Meteorologist. Our Guest Dr. Laura Myers, Director and Senior Research Scientist for the Center for Advanced Public Safety (CAPS) at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. Laura Myers is a social scientist who holds a doctorate in criminology from Florida State University. Her research, publication and training areas include disaster management and planning, and weather enterprise application research among others. Dr. Myers works with the National Weather Service providing social science research for severe weather warning improvement and risk communication projects. @DrLauraMyers on Twitter Weather Fools Links Jen: People Falling Through Thin Ice Dina: TV Meteorologists Frustrations Phil: Cars Jamming Highway Under Overpass WxResources Links Dina: NOAA Historical Hurricane Track Mapping Phil: NWS Spotter Training Portal Brady: NWS Climate Prediction Center Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! March is National Weather Podcast Month. We are joined by 7 other weather podcasts in a month of great programming and co-host crossovers! Find the National Weather Podcast Month logo on our website for more information. Next episode, our guest will be Extreme Storm Chaser, Reed Timmer and we’ll have a guest co-host from the Weather Junkies podcast, Dakota Smith. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Feb 12, 2017 · 1 hr 20 min
#20 - Guest: Chris Sanner - I'm Going to Show You Mine!
In This Episode Guest: Chris Sanner, Storm Chaser and Co-Founder of Tornado Titans Lightning Round: Family Feud Brady’s Storm School: Bomb Cyclone The team discusses if storm chasing tours should be licensed or regulated for safety Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Show Updates Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV – They will be simulcasting our live shows and syndicating our previous ones every Thursday night at 8pmCT. You can find Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV on their website, iPhone and Android App, and on Apple TV and Roku! Interactive Radar now with LIVE streaming video from storm chasers-Go to stormfrontfreaks.com and bookmark the site and check it out this storm season! From our friends at ZoomRadar.com Our Guest Chris Sanner, Storm Chaser and Co-Founder of Tornado Titans Chris is the Co-Founder of TornadoTitans.com and has been a storm chaser for 11 years. Chris has a degree in broadcasting, and has created groundbreaking storm chasing content including the very first Storm Chasing Web Series, Tornado Titans, in 2010. Chris also produced, directed, and wrote the acclaimed documentary “The Bear’s Cage” about storm chasing and severe weather. TornadoTitans.com Twitter Chris Sanner Weather Fools Links Dina: Reporter Passes Out During Ski Interview Kim: Michigan Highway Snow Pileup Phil: Walking Around Down Power Lines After Tornado WxResources Links Dina: Unisys Weather Kim: NWS Jetstream-School for Weather Jen: Tropical Tidbits Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Next episode, our guest will be Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Management Specialist, Dr. Laura Myers. Enter to win one of the MyRadar App T-shirts we’re giving away by leaving us a review on iTunes (search Storm Front Freaks) AND leaving your Twitter handle in the review so we can contact you if you win! Leave your review by 2/22/17 to be eligible for the drawing. Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jan 29, 2017 · 1 hr 18 min
#19 - Guest: Ross Ellet - Doogie Howser of the Weather Industry!
In This Episode Guest: Ross Ellet, TV Meteorologist and Storm Photographer Lightning Round: Match Game-Storm Front Freaks Style Brady’s Storm School: Lake Effect Snow The team discusses options for cutting into programming for severe weather alerts Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Show Updates: Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV – They will be simulcasting our live shows and syndicating our previous ones every Thursday night beginning February 9th at 9pmET/8pmCT. You can find Oklahoma Weather Tracker TV on their website, iPhone and Android App, and on Apple TV and Roku! Storm Front Freaks RAW LIVE! – Join us live as we record the show and interact with us via the chat window. We will answer your questions and respond to your comments during the show! Our bi-weekly show will record at a new time of 9pmET/8pmCT. Next show will be February 9th with Tornado Titans co-founder, Chris Sanner! Our Guest Ross Ellet, Toledo TV Meteorologist at 13ABC and Storm/Aurora Photographer October of 2005, I got my first chance to be on air. Along with working weekends I also did some storm chasing for the station during the week all while finishing up my degree at Purdue. In early June of 2007 I accepted a Morning Meteorologist position at WOAY in Oak Hill, West Virginia. Just 3 months later I became one the youngest Chief Meteorologists in the country after I was promoted. A short time later I was awarded the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation from the American Meteorology Society. In November of 2008 I started a new adventure in tornado alley. I accepted a Weekend Meteorologist position at KHBS/KHOG (40/29 in Fort Smith/Rogers, AR). I enjoyed my time in Arkansas in front and away from the camera, but it is was time to get back to my roots in the Midwest. I joined the 13ABC Weather Team in Toledo Ohio during the summer of 2012 and love the forecasting challenges of the Great Lakes Ross Ellet on Facebook Ross Ellet on Twitter Weather Fools Links Phil: Storm Burglars Dina: Snow Drift Truck Kim: Too Close Tornado Jen: Slippery Street in Montreal WxResources Links Dina: College of DuPage Forecast Model Page Phil: El Reno Tornado Survey Videos Kim: CIMSS Tropical Cyclones Satellite Page Submit your questions or comments about this show to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jan 15, 2017 · 1 hr 8 min
#18 - Guest: Kim Cunningham - She's a Bad Ass Meteorologist!
In This Episode Guest: Kim Cunningham, former Weather Center Live Co-Host on The Weather Channel. Lightning Round: $100,000 Pyramid-Storm Front Freaks Style Brady’s Storm School: Upslope and Downslope The team discusses the future of TV Meteorologists Weather Fools: We share the foolish things people do in bad weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great weather sites, apps and equipment Listener Questions and Comments Details about Episode 19 and guest TV Meteorologist and Aurora Photographer, Ross Ellet Season 2.0 Update Storm Front Freaks RAW – Unedited video of the recordings of our podcast shows with all the behind the scenes footage during our breaks (PG-13 for possible language) now available immediately after recording on our YouTube Channel! Storm Front Freaks RAW LIVE! – Join us live as we record the show and interact with us via the chat window. We will answer your questions and respond to your comments during the show! Next show (Episode 19) will be Thursday, January 26 at a special time of 9:00pmET/8:00pmCT. Our Guest Kim Cunningham, former On-Air Meteorologist at The Weather Channel Kim has been a meteorologist for over 30 years. She had a 25 year dream career at The Weather Channel, first behind the scenes and then in front of the camera. She was the first woman to be used as a tropical, severe and winter weather specialist/expert. Kim was honored by her peers and asked to co-author “You can be a Woman Meteorologist”, a book for children about her career. Prior to The Weather Channel, Kim was a forecaster and weather observer for the United States Air Force where she specialized in severe and tropical weather. Cunningham has been named Airman of the Year, and was the first woman promoted to the Severe Weather section of Global Weather Central at Offutt Air Force Base. While Kim is building a career in motivational and public speaking, she is also a communication coach for Speechworks, Inc and a freelance on-camera meteorologist for CBS46 in Atlanta. Kim Cunningham on Facebook Kim Cunningham on Twitter KimCunningham.com Future of TV Meteorologists Medium.com "Is There Any Hope For TV Meteorologists?" by Spann TheWeatherPrediction.com "Broadcast Meteorology: A Career Perspective" by Haby KomoNews.com "Social Media a blessing and a curse for meteorologists" by Sistek Weather Fools Links Phil: Woman vs Snowman Dina: Frozen Fails MJ: White Bear On Ice Brady: Bill Nye's Not A Weather Guy WxResources Links Dina: ICE Standard ER 911 App Phil: Interactive Weather Radar via ZoomRadar Jen: Weather Prediction Center (Winter) Submit your questions or comments about this show or Season 2.0 to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Jan 1, 2017 · 1 hr 8 min
#17 - Guest: Kelley Williamson - You'll be the Only Sober One!
In This Episode Guest: Kelley Williamson, Storm Chaser and star of The Weather Channel’s Storm Wranglers Lightning Round: Farming, Fishing or Bull Fighting Brady’s Storm School: Snow Squalls The team discusses closing schools and businesses to soon or too late for snow storms Weather Fools: We share what some people are doing in severe weather situations Wx Resources: We provide some great sites, apps and equipment Listener Questions and Comments and Give-away Details about Episode 18 Season 2.0 Update Storm Front Freaks RAW – Unedited video of our podcast shows with all the behind the scenes footage during our breaks (PG-13 for possible language) now available immediately after recording! Storm Front Freaks RAW Live! – Beginning Episode 18 (Thursday, January 12 @ 9:30pmET/8:30pmCT) we will be broadcasting our RAW show live (PG-13 for possible language)! Join us and interact with us via our social media accounts as we answer your questions and respond to your comments live! Updated and New Opening/Closing music from Andrew Slotta and segment songs via JukeDeck.com Our Guest Kelley Williamson, Storm Chaser and star of The Weather Channel’s Storm Wranglers Kelley Williamson has lived a full life. His careers have included farming, professional fishing, and bullfighting. His most recent career path? Storm Chasing. Kelley’s new show on The Weather Channel, Storm Wranglers in now showing! Kelley Williamson on Facebook Storm Wranglers on Facebook School and Business Closing during Snow Storms The Atlantic - "The Fury of Flurries" Chicago Tribune "Lake County Closing Decisions" Education World Weather Fools Links Dina: Snow Flying Off Cars Jen: Principal Raps “Ice, Ice Baby” School Closing WxResources Links Dina: Earth Now App Brady: Twitter Ed Vallee Dr. Elizabeth Austin’s book “Treading On Thin Air” Submit your questions or comments about Season 2.0 to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta Weather Fools/Wx Resources Segment Music: http://Jukedeck.com
Dec 18, 2016 · 1 hr 19 min
#16 - Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Austin - First You Say It, Then You Do It!
In This Episode Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Austin, Forensic Meteorologist, President and Founder of WeatherExtreme, Ltd. and Author, Treading on Thin Air. Lightning Round: Name That TV Tune The team discusses the general public’s understanding of their local geography when it comes to weather forecasts and storm warnings Weather Fools: We share what some people are doing in severe weather situations WxResources: We provide some great sites, apps and equipment Listener Questions and Comments Upcoming scheduled guests for 2017 Storm Front Freaks RAW – Unedited video of our podcast shows with all the behind the scenes footage during our breaks (PG-13 for possible language) WINNER of our holiday shopping giveaway: Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Kit and Weather Radio goes to Twitter account @Matt8126 - Congratulations! Our Guest Dr. Elizabeth Austin, Forensic Meteorologist, President and Founder of WeatherExtreme, Ltd., and Author of Treading on Thin Air Dr. Elizabeth Austin is a world-renowned atmospheric physicist and the founder and president of WeatherExtreme Ltd. She is one of the foremost experts on the worldwide impact of weather and extreme weather. She is also regarded as one of the world’s leading forensic meteorologists, Elizabeth’s expert witness experience includes civil and criminal cases – state and Federal actions in the U.S. and Worldwide. She has worked and counseled on well over 1,500 cases –ranging from aviation, wildfires, auto accidents, agriculture, kite surfing, boating, avalanches, skiing accidents and tornadoes and hurricanes. Elizabeth has acted as personal advisor and climate & weather expert for such distinguished clients as NASA, Federal Express, Air France, Rockwell Collins, Time Warner, Southern California Edison, The United Nations and the Department of Justice to mention a few. WeatherExtreme, Ltd. Website: http://weatherextreme.com Elizabeth Austin Website: http://www.drelizabethaustin.tv/ Knowing Your Geography for Weather Forecasts and Storm Warnings NWS Birmingham Facebook Post James Spann Medium.com blog Weather Fools Links Phil: Portland, Oregon Snowstorm Traffic & Drivers MJ: UK Weatherman Points Out Phallic Looking Snowstorm WxResources Links Phil: Waze Smartphone GPS Jen: Drought Monitor MJ: CDC Natural Disasters and Severe Weather Site Submit your questions or comments to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Dec 11, 2016 · 1 hr 38 min
#15 - Guest: Tom Niziol - Damn, I'm Buoyant
In This Episode Guest: Tom Niziol, Winter Weather Expert, The Weather Channel Lightning Round: Muppet or Not a Muppet The team discusses the challenges of forecasting and broadcasting winter storm snowfall amounts Weather Fools: We share what some people are doing in severe weather situations WxResources: We provide some great sites, apps and equipment Listener Questions and Comments Storm Front Freaks RAW – Unedited video of our podcast shows with all the behind the scenes footage during our breaks (PG-13 for possible language) Our Guest Tom Niziol, Winter Weather Expert, The Weather Channel Tom knows winter weather! That’s why he’s our winter weather expert. A 30-year forecasting veteran, Tom joined The Weather Channel after working as the meteorologist-in-charge at the National Weather Service in Buffalo, NY. While in Buffalo, he also directed research and science operations working with partners like Emergency Management and other local and national government agencies. Before that, Tom was an associate atmosphere scientist at Calspan Corporation in Buffalo, NY where he conducted scientific research from field studies through contract publications for atmospheric studies. Throughout his career, Niziol has authored several research papers and poster sessions on winter weather forecasting and has toured the country speaking at numerous meteorological conferences. Snowflake Photos Webpage: www.buffaloflakes.com Twitter: @TomNiziol Facebook: @TWCTomNiziol Winter Storm Forecasting of Snowfall Amounts “Here’s What 5 Forecasters Are Saying About The Expected Weekend Storm” by Len Melisurgo at NJ.com Weather Fools Links Phil: Drivers getting towed because they were out driving in a forecasted blizzard Brady: Driver caught at 110 mph in fog Dina: High Tide drivers crossing a bridge in the UK WxResources Links Phil: SPC Storm Prediction Center Home Page (www.spc.noaa.gov) Jen: Wildfire Incident Information System (www.inciweb.nwcg.gov) Submit your questions or comments to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta
Nov 20, 2016 · 1 hr 15 min
#14 - Guest: Jay Allen - Good Luck on Re-Entry!
In This Episode Guest: Jay Allen, Production Director, CBS Radio and Transistor/Weather Radio Expert Lightning Round: Puttin’ On The Hits The team reviews weather products for holiday gifts with Brett Ratner of Acurite Weather Fools: We share our most crazy examples WxResources: Team shares what’s on their holiday list Listener Questions and Comments Our Guest Jay Allen, Production Director, CBS Radio and Transistor/Weather Radio Expert Jay has worked in broadcasting and electronics all his life and has been interested in portable transistor radios since the early pocket portables of the 50′s through today’s multiband radios. Jay is currently employed by CBS Radio as a Production Director for one of its station clusters but also managed a repair facility for an audio shop for 18 years back in the 70’s and 80’s. Webpage: http://radiojayallen.com Email: radiojayallen@gmail.com Weather Product Review with Brett Ratner, PR Manager for www.acurite.com Acurite Lightning Detector Acurite Portable NOAA Weather Radio Weather Product Review with the SFF Team Red Cross LED Flat Flashlight with Magnet Red Cross/Eton Blackout Buddy 2-pack Red Cross/Eton FR1 Emergency Radio with Weather Alert Red Cross Safety Tube Red Cross Deluxe Emergency Preparedness Kit Weather Fools Links Brady: Wildfires set by aspiring weatherman Phil: Minister sentenced to jail for fraudulent use of hurricane funds WxResources Links (what’s on our holiday wish list) Mazz: Vantage VUE Personal Weather Station Brady: Winter Weather Decorder App MJ: Acurite Personal Weather Stations MJ: DBPower Battery Jumper Phil: 3DR Solo Drone Quadcopter with Go Pro Hero 4 Camera Submit your questions or comments to questions@stormfrontfreaks.com and we may read it on our next episode! Now watch the unedited video of our recording, Storm Front Freaks Raw, on our YouTube Channel Credits Opening and Closing Music: Andrew Slotta