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You probably think you’ve heard the story of the first Thanksgiving – but did you know that the weather was a major factor in both the Pilgrims leaving England, and landing at Plymouth Rock? Or that trees can tell us what the weather was actually like during the winter of the first Thanksgiving? This week we’re going Off the Radar with Paleo-Climatologist Dr. Curt Stager and Historian Rebecca Fraser to learn the real story of the first Thanksgiving in American history. Put away the leftover turkey and settle in for a history lesson over 400 years in the making!
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November 20, 1998 marked the launch of the first module of the International Space Station. Over time, the ISS grew to be the size of a football field, circling the globe every 90 minutes at 17,500 miles per hour. Today we are joined by NASA Astronaut Dr. Stan Love. Stan was part of the team that got the ISS up into orbit and will play a crucial role in bringing it back down to Earth. We'll discuss the important work that's been done over the past 25 years and why it's now time for the mission to end. We'll also look ahead to the next steps in the Artemis program as NASA transitions out of low-Earth orbit and into Deep Space!
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Atop New Hampshire's 6,288-foot Mount Washington, weather observers have studied the "world's worst weather" for decades. The invaluable data from this natural laboratory has shaped modern meteorology and has aided weather prediction, aircraft design, and engineering. Join us as we sit down with former Mount Washington observer (and current WGME Chief Meteorologist) Charlie Lopresti to explore this remarkable peak where future meteorologists find inspiration, weather records are shattered, and nature reveals the raw power of our atmosphere.
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It's election day and across the country, voters are braving the elements to make their voices heard. But could the rain, snow, or even extreme temperatures on this crucial day sway the outcome of the election? In this episode we'll explore the surprising ways that Mother Nature can influence the results on ballots. From historical data showing partisan advantages on rainy election days, to the potential impacts of this year's major weather events, we'll talk to political scientist Dr. Robert Stein about how the weather forecast could forecast the future of our democracy.
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In late October 1991, the Halloween Storm, famously depicted as "The Perfect Storm" in film and literature, struck the Atlantic coast and tragically claimed 13 lives. In this episode, we'll learn about the storm's evolution from the perspective of a high seas forecaster who tracked it in real-time 33 years ago. Joe Sienkiewicz from the National Weather Service provides insights into the unique weather conditions that converged to create this devastating storm, as well as how maritime forecasting has evolved over the past three decades. We'll also hear from WGME Meteorologist Emily Santom, who recently explored this historic event in a retrospective.
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As part of our Off the Radar coverage of Hurricane Helene, I wanted to give a platform to the people who lived through the devastation. I'll be chatting residents of Lake Lure, NC and let them tell their own stories about the hardships they faced during and after the hurricane, and the struggle to find normalcy in its wake. I'll also be interviewing Jason Boyer, the chief meteorologist at WLOS News 13 in Asheville, about the scientific side of what happened during Helene.
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Online rumors and misinformation have run rampant after the devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Among the wildest conspiracy theories is the claim that the US government has been "creating" hurricanes and "weaponizing" them against the public. The head administrator at FEMA recently said that the dangerous Hurricane Helene misinformation has been "absolutely the worst that I have ever seen," culminating in an armed militia making threats against FEMA rescue workers. In this week's episode, we'll be debunking some of the most dangerous conspiracy theories with experts who have studied hurricanes and the theory behind hurricane hacking - which they've learned first-hand does not work. My guests include Dr. Hugh Willoughby (who led NOAA's Hurricane Research Division), Professor Moshe Alamaro (retired MIT atmospheric scientist), and meteorologist Ed Piotrowski. You won't want to miss these eye-opening conversations that set the record straight about weather modification!
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Last month marked the 63rd anniversary of when Hurricane Carla battered the coast of Texas, instantly becoming one of the most intense and damaging hurricanes recorded in the state. But as houses and ships were battened down and residents fled the storm, some individuals with the Weather Bureau did the unthinkable: they strapped themselves into the cockpit of an airplane and flew directly into the eye of the storm! It started as a bar bet between pilots and became the standard procedure for observing and measuring hurricanes to provide life-saving data for researchers on the ground. Join me this week as I interview Daniel Tyson and Jonathan Shannon from NOAA to talk about what it’s like to fly into a hurricane and how technology has evolved since Hurricane Carla!
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In Part 1, we discussed how to explain climate change to your kids. This week, in Part 2, we'll be interviewing educators, authors/journalists, and lifelong climate activists on how to raise engaged and civic-minded kids who want to save the world. Turn off the "doom and gloom" of television and social media, and take your kids outdoors to show them first-hand why this world is worth protecting!
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Climate change is rapidly altering our world, from heat waves to rising seas, making it seem increasingly daunting. As adults, we feel the weight of these changes, and our children can sense our anxiety. This raises a crucial question: How do we talk to our kids about climate change? Children are perceptive and curious, but they also deserve a childhood free from constant fear. Today, we're exploring insights from the Science Moms - a group of climate scientists and educators who aim to raise informed, inspired, and unafraid children. We'll address your questions about discussing our changing world with the next generation. Tune in next week for Part 2, where we’ll talk about how to raise kids who get involved in shaping our planet’s future!
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Off the Radar presents the 2024 fall foliage report! Meteorologist Evan Fisher will be discussing his fall foliage computer model, which gives a high-resolution look at where and when you can see the peak colors of the season. Today he will tell us the weather factors that go into this formula, and how AI is helping to create the most accurate foliage forecast. Whether you’re leaf peeping in Maine, New York, New Hampshire, or beyond, we’ll cover where to see fall foliage in September and October near you. You won’t want to miss this one!
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In early May, a historic solar storm lit up skies with auroras as far south as Florida. Beyond the dazzling photos on social media, we'll explore the critical behind-the-scenes work to protect our power grid. Shawn Dahl from the Space Weather Prediction Center discusses their crucial forecasting role and demystifies space weather, separating fact from fiction in this fascinating phenomenon.
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A devastating Category 5 hurricane ravaged the Florida Keys in 1935, destroying the railway linking the islands to the mainland. Join us as Meteorologist Les Still recounts the Labor Day Storm's impact. Later, bestselling author Chanel Cleeton discusses her novel "The Last Train to Key West," which brings this historic tragedy to life through vivid storytelling.
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In this back-to-school special, we tackle wild earth science questions and bust common myths. We'll explore whether peeing on jellyfish stings actually helps, unravel the mystery of ball lightning, and delve into other fascinating earth science topics like megalodons, the green flash, and the Bermuda Triangle. Join us for a fun, fact-filled journey through our planet's weirdest wonders and most perplexing phenomena.
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For decades, the idea of swimming in Baltimore's Inner Harbor was unthinkable. Polluted, filled with trash, sewer runoff making it unsafe for human contact. But on a sunny day in June, dozens of Baltimoreans took the plunge into the harbor's waters, marking a dramatic turnaround in the city's aquatic history. Today, we'll dive deep into the harbor's transformation, meeting the visionary team that turned this dream into reality and learning the science behind the cleanup. We'll also hear the story of Katie Pumphrey - the first person to swim the 24 mile stretch from the Bay Bridge to Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
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On May 21, 2024, an EF-4 tornado tore through the town of Greenfield, Iowa. A team of researchers deployed mobile radars and instrument packs near the path to record winds speeds over 300 mph! Jen Walton recounts the terrifying moments of deploying a pod then narrowly escaping the tornado that leveled the town while Karen Kosiba and Josh Wurman share the groundbreaking data the team recorded that day and how it could revolutionize our understanding of these deadly storms.
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Coastal flooding is on the rise, even on sunny days. In this episode, we hear from NOAA Oceanographer, Dr. William Sweet and explore the impacts of high tide flooding and what's driving the trends. We'll also talk to Charleston flooding photographer, Jared Bramblett about how he combines his engineering background and artistic eye to document nuisance flooding in his community and raise awareness about sea level rise.
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Twisters' premiered July 19th with overwhelmingly positive feedback from the weather community. In this episode, we'll explore the film's scientific accuracy with Rick Smith, Warning Coordination Meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Norman, OK. He'll give us an insider's look at what it took to transform actors into believable storm chasers.. Plus, we discuss how it addresses the often-overlooked psychological impact of surviving tornadoes.
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A recent policy proposal has sent shockwaves through the meteorological community by calling for the dismantling of NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We'll decode the controversial Project 2025 document with a political scientist, and then get the insider's perspective from Dr. Neil Jacobs, former NOAA administrator. Dr. Jacobs will discuss the origin of the organization, it's important functions, and why he thinks NOAA is too solid for politics to shake.
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Climate change is here, but its impacts aren't equal. In this episode, we'll explore climate change inequity with environmental activist Heather McTeer Toney. We'll examine how underserved communities, especially people of color, are disproportionately affected by climate disasters. We'll discuss why this disparity exists and crucial solutions to create a more equitable climate future.
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