Off the Radar

Apr 08 2025 100 ep. 31 mins 21

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Join National Weather Desk Meteorologist Emily Gracey every week as she leads listeners on an exciting voyage exploring a diverse range of topics related to weather, climate, space, and beyond. The podcast offers exclusive interviews with leading experts on topics that you wouldn't usually come across in a typical weather broadcast. It’ll enlighten, entertain, and educate, whether you’re a novice weather follower to the most passionate weather geek.

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Silenced Science: Inside NOAA's Communication Challenge

Apr 08 2025 43 mins

Former NOAA employees Tom Di Liberto and Dr. Tracy Fanara join us to discuss the agency's lifesaving scientific work in weather, climate, and marine ecosystems - and why the American public still doesn't understand what this vital agency does for public safety.

Baseball's Weather Playbook

Apr 01 2025 34 mins

Weather can be baseball's most unpredictable player, as a veteran sports reporter and MLB scientist reveal how wind, atmosphere, and meteorological conditions secretly shape the game's most legendary moments.

Fearless Female Forecasters

Mar 25 2025 48 mins

In this episode, we highlight the history of women in meteorology, featuring trailblazing pioneers and current leaders Jen Carfagno and Tanja Fransen, as they share their personal journeys and the unique challenges they've faced in the field.

Secrets of The Old Farmer's Almanac

Mar 18 2025 33 mins

In this fresh spring episode, we are going inside the pages of The Old Farmer's Almanac with editor-in-chief Carol Connare, uncovering their mysterious forecasting methods, centuries-old wisdom, and essential gardening advice that continues to guide generations of Americans.

Rip Currents: Tech Tools for Survival

Mar 11 2025 41 mins

In this potentially life-saving episode, we explore the science behind deadly rip currents with ocean safety expert Bruckner Chase and scientist Greg Dusek, who reveals the groundbreaking RipFinder app that uses AI to detect these hidden dangers lurking beneath spring break's inviting waters.

Volcano Monitoring: Santorini's Seismic Swarm

Mar 04 2025 31 mins

Geologist Shawn Willsey discusses volcanic science and the recent earthquakes on the Greek island of Santorini.

The Artificial Future of Forecasting

Feb 25 2025 45 mins

Special guests Dr. Amy McGovern and Ilan Price discuss how AI could help make more accurate weather predictions - along with the accuracy and controversies associated with machine learning.

The Hidden Figures of Meteorology

Feb 18 2025 39 mins

This week Emily explores the untold stories of African American meteorological pioneers with Alan Sealls, President-elect of the American Meteorological Society, who shares how these trailblazers transformed weather forecasting and why diverse perspectives remain crucial for protecting communities today.

Evolving Everest Part 2: The Scientist

Feb 11 2025 30 mins

This week Emily is joined by glaciologist, Professor Duncan Quincy, who reveals how climate change is exposing Mount Everest's long-buried secrets – including new clues to the mysterious 1924 disappearance of climbers Mallory and Irvine.

Rebuilding Hope: The New Orleans Superdome Story

Feb 04 2025 34 mins

From shelter of last resort during Hurricane Katrina to host of Super Bowl LIX, this episode chronicles how architect Trey Trahan transformed the catastrophically damaged Superdome into a climate-resilient structure that symbolizes New Orleans' rebirth.