Destination Disaster

Oct 31 2024 91 ep. 16 mins 77
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Destination Disaster is a weekly episodic podcast that reviews past, present and future disasters in the United States and how those impacts have shaped policies and increased public awareness.
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Hurricane Helene's Catastrophic Impact

Oct 31 2024 17 mins  
Welcome Back! This week, we're discussing the catastrophic impact that Hurricane Helene had on the Appalachian portions of America. Death, destruction, and misinformation plagued this response.Consider Joining the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/DestinationDisaster/membershipHave an idea for an episode? Email us! [email protected] Sources: https://en.wikipedia.

Quick Show Update

Oct 03 2024 3 mins  
Quick update on the reason for the shows hiatus.New episodes return November 1st, 2024.Instagram: @destination.disaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Episode - Project 2025 and the Destruction of Federal Emergency Management

Aug 18 2024 30 mins  
On this special episode, we sit down and read through the treasonous manifesto that is Project 2025. We look at key portions that will result in the dismantling of FEMA, NOAA, and the CDC should a new conservative administration win the next election. This project does not die with the election of Donald Trump so be sure to get out and vote.NEED TO REGISTER TO VOTE? https://vote.go

EMP Attack - Day 2 - Week 3

Jul 21 2024 20 mins  
This week, we're going to follow the survivors as they navigate the second day, up to three weeks post-disaster. Communities are beginning to grow and adapt to the new society that has emerged following Russia's attack on the United States. Be sure to tune in to the next episode where we move into the first month post-disaster and see if Nicole's community can withstand external pr

EMP Attack - The Initial Response

Jun 09 2024 22 mins  
Episode 2 tracks the first 24 hours of the initial response by the United States government, military, and individuals. With the United States in shock, partner nations are ramping up support and activating their militaries to respond to what could potentially lead to World War III. Stay tuned as we join back up with Nicole and her neighborhood group in the next episode. Consider J

EMP Attack - Hour 0 to 24

May 12 2024 32 mins  
Welcome back to a new season! This season we're following a narrative driven story of an attack against the United States using an Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) weapon.Episode 1 tracks the first 24 hours of the largest military attack against the United States and outlines how it will immediately affect the surviving population. All episode source material will be provided at the end

EP68 - The Texas City Industrial Accident

Mar 18 2024 25 mins  
This week, we're discussing the Texas City Industrial Accident. This disaster is considered the worst industrial accident in United States history. With over 600 dead, 5,000 injured, and over $1 billion dollars in property damage, justice wouldn't come soon enough. I want to thank you all for listening this season, new episodes will air in early May 2024. Consider Joining the Patre

Episode 67 - The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

Feb 25 2024 18 mins  
This week, we're discussing the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, the deadliest industrial accident to occur in the United States. 146 employees would lose their lives as a result of abysmal working conditions and locked exits, culminating in a perfect storm, ripe for death. Consider Joining the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/DestinationDisaster/membershipHave an idea for an epis

Episode 66 - The Monongah Coal Mine Disaster

Jan 28 2024 19 mins  
This week, we're discussing the Monongah Coal Mine Disaster, the worst mining disaster in United States history. 86% of miners in the mine that day would immediately die during the explosion or in the hours after, exposed to toxic gasses. Consider Joining the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/DestinationDisaster/membershipHave an idea for an episode? Email us! destinationdisatertopi

Episode 65 - The 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

Jan 15 2024 26 mins  
This week, we're discussing the2011 Tohoku Earthquake and subsequent nuclear disaster that would occur at the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant. A magnitude 9 earthquake would strike the island nation, bringing with it tsunami of up to 133 feet in height and washing away entire towns. These very same waves would over wash the protective barriers at the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant and