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Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines of Wildfires, Floods and Chaos | With PIO Tim Conrad and guest host Jan Enns
July 9, 2024

Connecting in Chaos: PR Strategies from the Frontlines of Wildfires, …

Disaster communications isn’t just about fighting fires – it’s about connecting communities amidst chaos.In this episode, host Tim Conrad discusses the intense challenges and strategies behind managing public relations during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season.Guest Jan Enns delves i…

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Documenting Disaster: The Power of Preparation | With business continuity and public relations professional, Michele Toma and host Tim Conrad
July 2, 2024

Documenting Disaster: The Power of Preparation | With business contin…

Can strategic planning and empathy transform chaos into order?In this episode, Tim Conrad introduces Michele Toma, an information officer with expertise in research, analytics, and crisis communication strategies.They recount their experiences during the devastating 2023 British Columbia wi…

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Voices in the Inferno: Emergency Communication | Guest Kendra Stoner discusses the spicy moments of the 2023 Bush Creek East wildfire in BC's Shuswap region and the Lillooet region wildfires with host, Tim Conrad
June 25, 2024

Voices in the Inferno: Emergency Communication | Guest Kendra Stoner …

In the eye of the storm, communication is key.In this episode, Tim Conrad and Kendra Stoner discuss the high stakes of emergency communication.They discuss the challenges and rewards of managing emergency operations centres (EOCs) during British Columbia's intense 2023 wildfire season.K…

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Crisis on the Ground: Public Outreach and Personal Recovery | The mental toll on emergency responders with guest Lloyd Piehl and host Tim Conrad
June 18, 2024

Crisis on the Ground: Public Outreach and Personal Recovery | The men…

From the frontlines of wildfires to the heart of communities.This episode dives deep into the gritty realities of disaster communications. Tim Conrad interviews Lloyd Piehl, an experienced information officer, about their harrowing yet impactful experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wild…

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Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote Emergency Operations Centres (EOC) | Former police PIO Leila Daoud joins host Tim Conrad to discuss the 2023 Squamish Lillooet wildfires with host Tim Conrad
June 11, 2024

Crisis Calls: Navigating Remote Emergency Operations Centres (EOC) | …

When chaos strikes, communication is key.  In this episode of the Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications podcast, Tim sits down with Leila Daoud, an experienced public relations professional, to discuss the unprecedented 2023 British Columbia wildfire season. Leila shares her insights on t…

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Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines | With veteran communicator Mike Lupien who talks about his experience with wildfires in Fort McMurray and BC's Shuswap region, with host Tim Conrad
June 4, 2024

Inferno Insights: PR Strategies from the Frontlines | With veteran co…

When wildfires rage, clear communication is the ultimate firebreak.In this episode, Tim Conrad sits down with Mike Lupien, a public relations expert, to discuss his experiences during the 2023 British Columbia wildfire season and the infamous 2016 Fort McMurray fire.Mike shares his insights…

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Calm in the Chaos: Mastering Wildfire Communications | Strategic communicator Brie Thorsteinson-Ogle discusses the chaotic 2023 wildfire season with host Tim Conrad
May 28, 2024

Calm in the Chaos: Mastering Wildfire Communications | Strategic comm…

Navigating chaos with calm.In episode one, Tim Conrad interviews Brie Thorsteinson-Ogle, an expert in strategic behavioural communication, about their experiences managing communications during the brutal 2023 British Columbia wildfires.Brie discusses the critical importance of building tru…

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