5 Minutes to Chaos

May 08 2024 5
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Join Steven Kuhr for an engaging and informative podcast, 5 Minutes to Chaos. This podcast is designed for Emergency Managers and Crisis Leaders who navigate the dynamic, threat-rich landscape of today's world. Unlike other podcasts, 5 Minutes to Chaos features unscripted, unrehearsed discussions that provide valuable insights into major emergencies and critical incidents. With a focus on real-world experiences, this podcast promotes learning by examining the challenges faced by incident leadership and the solutions they derived. Tune in for a unique perspective on crisis management.

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Episode 56 - Crisis Manager Michael Moquin Discusses Career and Growth Opportunities for Entry- and Mid-Career Level Crisis Managers

May 08 2024 62 mins  
Summary In this conversation, Steven Kuhr and Michael Moquin discuss their experiences and observations in the emergency management and crisis management fields. They highlight the broad scope of emergency management, which encompasses both the public and private sectors. They also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, with an increase in crisis management jobs in the pri

Episode 55 - A Power Panel Discusses Crisis Management Exercise Typology, Design, Successes, Challenges, and Technology

May 01 2024 73 mins  
Summary In this episode, host Steve Kuhr is joined by three guests to discuss the importance of exercises in crisis management. The guests include Rob Burton, the CEO of prepared X and ICMC, Tod Langley, the co-founder and CEO of Crisis Response Leader Training, and Adam Montella, a crisis manager and emergency manager and SVP at SummitET. They discuss the different types of exerci

Episode 54 - Dr. Jeanette Sutton Joins the Chaos to Discuss Evidence Based Warning Message Construct and Other Public Messaging Issues

Apr 24 2024 62 mins  
Introduction Jeannette Sutton, Ph.D., specializes in disaster and risk with a primary focus on online informal communication, and public alerts and warnings disseminated via short messaging channels. Much of her research investigates the evolving role of information and communication technology, including social media and mobile devices, for disaster preparedness, response, and rec

Episode 53 - Senior Risk Solutions Specialist Peter Dworsky Discusses His Roles in EMS Leadership, Emergency Management, Risk Solutions, and Crisis Management

Apr 17 2024 44 mins  
Introduction Peter is the Senior Risk Solutions Specialist for The Markel Group. He has been in EMS, emergency management and safety for over 30 years, having worked as a paramedic in NYC, as the Paramedic Director at Jersey City Medical Center and the Director of EMS and Disaster Preparedness for Saint Barnabas Health Care System. Peter was also the Safety Officer for the NJ State

Episode 52 - Host Steven Kuhr Celebrates the One Year Anniversary of "5 Minutes to Chaos" and Discusses Crisis Management Through the Lens of Extreme Urban Heat Emergencies

Apr 10 2024 41 mins  
Show Notes Five Minutes to Chaos has reached its 52nd episode, marking a significant milestone in the success of the podcast. The podcast has featured a diverse range of guests and panel episodes, covering various crisis events and innovative approaches to crisis management. For this special episode, Steven Kuhr discusses the topic of heat emergencies, which he believes captures th

Episode 51 - Resilience Professional Jason Hoss Shares His Personal Journey and Crisis Management and Organizational Resilience Philosophies

Apr 03 2024 52 mins  
Introduction With over a decade of experience building organizational resilience, Jason distills complex strategies into clear, actionable plans that support people, culture, and business processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, cost-effectiveness, and confident navigation of any disruption. Jason also loves dogs. Contact Info https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-hoss/

Episode 50 - Chief Jorge Rodriguez, El Paso, Tx Emergency Manager, Discusses the Risks, Challenges, and Crisis Management Strategies Employed in Response to the Border-Migrant Crisis

Mar 27 2024 60 mins  
Introduction Chief Jorge A. Rodriguez is the Emergency Management Coordinator/Director for the El Paso Office of Emergency Management, with over 25 years of public safety, emergency management and homeland security experience. In a dual capacity, he also serves as an Assistant Fire Chief with the El Paso Fire Department with a program portfolio that includes special operations, air

Episode 49 - CEO Brittany Castillo Discusses Disaster Debris Removal and Emergency Management Logistics Through the Activities of AshBritt Inc.

Mar 20 2024 74 mins  
Summary Brittany Castillo, CEO of Ashbritt, discusses the company's role in post-disaster debris management and emergency management logistics. She highlights the importance of local hiring and economic recovery in disaster areas, as well as the humanitarian initiatives undertaken by Ashbritt. Brittany also emphasizes the challenges and complexity of contractor operations in th

Episode 48 - Emergency Manager Art Powers Discusses the ExxonMobil Global Emergency Management Program and His Incident Management Experience During a Major Pipeline Emergency

Mar 13 2024 70 mins  
Introduction Art Powers is the Senior Principal for Emergency Preparedness & Response at ExxonMobil. He is a past coordinator of the ExxonMobil Americas Regional Response Team and has worked in various leadership roles in ExxonMobil’s US Pipeline and Distribution operations over his 25 years with the company. Art is an IAEM Certified Emergency Manager and obtained a Master

Episode 47 - Global Economic Policy Expert and Author Michele Wucker Discusses Gray Rhino (Risk) Theory and Her Book "The Gray Rhino: How to Recognize and Act on the Obvious Dangers We Ignore"

Mar 06 2024 63 mins  
Introduction Strategic advisor and global economic policy expert Michele Wucker coined the term “gray rhino” as a call to decision makers to improve how they respond to obvious, probable, impactful risks. She is founder of the Chicago-based advisory firm Gray Rhino & Company. A former media and think tank executive drawing on decades of experience in global finance and economic