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Talkin Winter OpsEpisode 143: Winter readiness, get your house in orderWhile it's important to have stockpiles full, equipment repaired and ready, and staff training and assignments set, it's important to have your home weather ready as well. After all, when you're out there battling the weather, there's peace of mind knowing that your own home and family are safe and sound. On this episode we're Talkin' Winter Ops with Jake Sorber, Research Project Scientist with the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety. Jake highlights the work of the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) in helping homeowners prepare for winter weather and take proactive steps to reduce ris...
2026-02-0649 min
The Finger WAG PodcastNBA Draft Preview: Projections, Predictions and More for Soon-To-Be Pro HoyasThe Finger WAG is back to prepare you for the NBA draft. Jake Foote (@Footahh) returns to breakdown strengths and weaknesses of both NBA-bound Hoyas, Thomas Sorber and Micah Peavy, and play a game of ceiling and floor - projecting the best and and worst case comps for both guys. We also talk predictions of where each will end up and our bold predictions for their short and longterm futures in the league.
2025-06-251h 00
Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans PelicansBREAKING: Pelicans Trade for 23rd Pick in SURPRISE Deal | Joe Dumars Planning Another Big Trade?New Orleans Pelicans make bold move, trade for 23rd pick in NBA draft. Is a blockbuster deal on the horizon or have they identified a hidden gem? Jake Madison analyzes the Pelicans' surprising trade, breaking down its implications for roster construction and salary cap management. The discussion covers potential draft targets, including Thomas Sorber and Maxime Reynaud, and speculates on the team's strategy with their 7th overall pick. Madison explores how this move impacts Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, and other key players' roles. Tune in for expert insights on the Pelicans' dr...
2025-06-1827 min
Locked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans PelicansNBA Draft Rumors: Ace Bailey the Biggest WILDCARD, Giannis Trade Rumors, and Joe Dumars' Key MoveNew Orleans Pelicans draft strategy takes center stage. Will a blockbuster trade shake up the NBA landscape? Jake Madison breaks down swirling rumors about the Pelicans potentially trading up for Ace Bailey. He analyzes Joe Dumars' crucial role in influencing Zion Williamson's future through his stepfather. Madison also spotlights intriguing prospects like Noa Essengue and Thomas Sorber, offering insights on their fit with the team. Tune in for expert analysis on the Pelicans' draft night moves and how they could reshape the franchise's future. Join the Locked On...
2025-06-1127 minLocked On Pelicans - Daily Podcast On The New Orleans PelicansNBA Draft Insider: 15 MUST-WATCH Prospects for 2024 | Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, Tre JohnsonIs Cooper Flag the NBA Draft's Best Prospect? Explore the potential of top NBA draft prospects like Cooper Flag and Dylan Harper, as experts weigh in on their future in the league. The New Orleans Pelicans' strategy is under the spotlight, with host Jake Madison leading discussions on how these players might fit into their plans. Featuring insights from JJ Jackson, Andy Patton, and John Williams, the episode covers scouting reports, player strengths, and potential NBA comparisons. Discover how Jeremiah Fears and Colin Murray-Boyles could become game-changers, and why Thomas Sorber's traditional style might face c...
2025-05-2330 min
Disaster Discussions PodcastHail as America’s Loss Driver & Studying a Significant Hail Event in Rock Hill, SCIn this episode of Disaster Discussions Research Project Scientist Jake Sorber joins the podcast for a discussion on why hail is an extreme loss driver across the United States, and the reasons behind why that trend is growing. Plus, an in-depth conversation about lessons learned from a case study of significant hail that fell in Rock Hill, SC and a look ahead to what IBHS scientists are aiming to learn during ICECHIP- the largest scientific field campaign since the 70s devoted to studying hail.
2025-05-0754 minDisaster Discussions PodcastOne Hail of a Trip: Recapping the 2024 Hail Field StudyIn this episode of Disaster Discussions we sit down with IBHS research scientists Dr. Ian Giammanco, Brenna Meisenzahl, and Jake Sorber to recap this year's hail field study. We discuss this year's active weather pattern that led to a record number of operating days and the characteristics of some of the storms teams were able to survey. We also discuss the nomadic elements of the trip and the logistics of operating a multi-day scientific operation. Plus, we highlight some of the unique field opportunities teams were able to participate in this year, including cross-sectioning and 3D scanning giant hailstones...
2024-07-031h 12