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Weather GeeksIs NOAA Going to be Okay?Guest: Dr. Rick Spinrad, Outgoing NOAA Administrator From predicting hurricanes and monitoring our oceans to leading cutting-edge climate research, NOAA plays a critical role in protecting lives, property, and our planet. The phone that you may be listening to this podcast on right now would not have weather apps without NOAA. The computer you may be listening on won’t have easily accessible radar data over the internet without NOAA. But as the world faces more extreme weather and environmental challenges, strong leadership for the administration is more important than ever, especially in the face of political turmo...2025-04-0237 min
Meteorology MattersNOAA Expected to Lose 20% of Staff with Next Round of Firings The Trump administration is implementing significant workforce reductions across the federal government, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) facing a potential 20% staff cut. This briefing document outlines the key themes and concerns arising from these proposed and ongoing layoffs, including the potential impact on weather forecasting, climate research, the space industry, and broader scientific leadership. Sources highlight that these cuts are part of a larger administration effort, driven by an executive order and influenced by policy blueprints like Project 2025, which views NOAA as a driver of "climate change alarm." Scientists, industry leaders, and organizations are expressing alarm...2025-03-0917 min
Meteorology MattersHow YOU Are Impacted by the NOAA MassacreFAQ on Recent Changes Affecting NOAA and the U.S. Weather EnterpriseWhat actions have the Trump administration and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) taken that are impacting NOAA?The Trump administration, guided by DOGE, has initiated several measures impacting NOAA, including canceling leases for key weather forecasting centers like the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction in College Park, MD, and the Radar Operations Center in Norman, OK, initiating layoffs of NOAA employees, particularly probationary staff and those involved in DEI initiatives, terminating NOAA's space, climate, and marine life advisory committees, and planning for...2025-03-0417 min
Meteorology MattersStand Up for Science March 7th Amid NOAA Firings of Hurricane Hunters# What is the primary concern regarding the firings at NOAA and the National Weather Service?The main concern is that the mass firings, coupled with previous staff reductions, will severely hinder the agencies' ability to effectively monitor and predict weather hazards, including extreme events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and tsunamis. This could compromise public safety, economic stability, and the accuracy of weather forecasts that both the public and private sectors rely upon. The firings impacted a wide range of positions, from meteorologists and hydrologists to technicians and modelers.# Which specific areas within NOAA and the National...2025-03-0114 min
Meteorology MattersMeteorologists Fired: NOAA Cuts Could Put You in Danger Thanks to Trump & Musk NOAA Firings - February 2025The Trump administration, influenced by entities like Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and guided by principles outlined in Project 2025, initiated mass layoffs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other federal agencies in late February 2025. These layoffs disproportionately targeted probationary employees, impacting critical functions such as weather forecasting, climate research, and emergency services. The moves have drawn criticism from lawmakers, scientists, and agency staff, who warn of significant damage to public safety, the economy, and the nation's ability to respond to extreme weather events.Key Themes and...2025-02-2821 min
Meteorology MattersTrump Effect on NOAA Forces Restrictions and ConcernsNOAA Restrictions and ConcernsSubject: Recent Restrictions Imposed on NOAA Scientists and Resulting Concernsmeteorology Matters details new restrictions imposed on scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) under the Trump administration, sparking considerable concern within the agency and among international partners. These restrictions include increased oversight of communications with foreign nationals, additional administrative burdens, and anticipated budget and staffing cuts. These measures are perceived as part of a broader effort to deprioritize climate crisis efforts and potentially privatize parts of NOAA. The changes raise alarms about the potential impact on weather forecasting...2025-02-1417 min
Meteorology MattersDOGE Scrutinizes NOAADOGE Scrutinizes NOAADate: February 10, 2025Subject: Review of the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) actions and potential impacts on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).Executive Summary:The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, is actively scrutinizing and gaining access to NOAA's IT systems. This has raised significant concerns about potential budget and staff cuts, the loss or damage of vital climate and weather data, impacts on NOAA's ability to provide critical services (like weather forecasting and hurricane tracking), and the removal of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion...2025-02-1022 min
Meteorology MattersTrump Policies Spur NOAA Email Chaos & Expected Cuts to Weather/ScienceNOAA Email Chaos, Weather Funding Cuts & Stopping Science Date: Jan 30-31st 2025A newly implemented, centralized email system for federal employees, spearheaded by the Trump administration, experienced a significant security breach on or around January 30, 2025. This breach allowed external actors to send abusive and inappropriate messages to approximately 13,000 employees at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This incident exposed serious vulnerabilities within the new system, raising concerns about its security, management, and the broader implications for federal communications. Furthermore, it highlighted controversial changes at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), which was reportedly responsible...2025-02-0117 min
Dive In with NOAA FisheriesHow NOAA Satellites Monitor Ocean Health: Tracking Changes from SpaceLearn how we use satellites to understand aquatic environments and improve fisheries management.2025-01-1623 min
Professional Development for Women and Minorities2024 WOC (1796) Breaking the Glass Ceiling: A Panel Discussion with Aspiring Women Leaders Presented by NOAALearning Objective(s): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a US scientific and regulatory agency charged with forecasting weather, monitoring oceanic and atmospheric conditions and space weather, charting the seas, conducting deep-sea exploration, fisheries management and protecting marine life and endangered species in the US. The agency employs over 12,000 civil employees all across the U.S. and its territories with career fields ranging from STEM fields in engineering, marine and atmospheric science, and meteorology to other careers that support NOAA’s business processes including public policy, finance, and project and portfolio management. In this session, you will he...2024-12-241h 09
Resilient Earth Radio & PodcastAll Aboard NOAA's Ships with ACCESS & Point Blue's Dr. Jaime Jahncke & NOAA's Dani Lipski as they gather data for Marine Protected AreasSend us a textThis is a conversation with Danielle (Dani) Lipski, Research Coordinator, NOAA'sCordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary, and Jaime Jahncke, founder Point Blue Conservation Science, as they talk about their work off the Northern CA coast studying ocean data aboard NOAA ships. ACCESS (Applied CA Current EcoSystem Studies) is a project formed by Point Blue Conservation Science (of Petaluma, Sonoma County, CA), Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary, and Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. ACCESS' core responsibility is conducting ocean research to inform resource managers, policy makers and conservation partners. ACCESS focuses...2024-12-2247 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesAI Identifies Mysterious Whale CallsHear from the NOAA Fisheries scientist who identified Bryde’s whales as the source of a new whale call—biotwang—in the North Pacific. With Google AI and machine learning, we sorted through thousands of hours of acoustic recordings to identify these calls2024-11-0719 min
Resilient Earth Radio & PodcastGreater Farallones & Cordell Bank Marine Sanctuaries' Superintendent Maria Brown on NOAA's critical operations in these marine sanctuaries - why it is important now and for our future.Send us a textSuperintendent Maria Brown has been with NOAA for more than two decades and shares her background and responsibilities with the Cordell Bank and the Greater Farallones, and how our waters are protected along the Northern California coast, from San Mateo County past the Golden Gate Bridge in the San Francisco Bay Area, all the way North to Manchester Beach in Mendocino County. She talks about deep sea corals and sea anemomes off our shores, sea urchins, kelp loss, crabbing, and why this wildlife refuge is so important, especially when there are i...2024-10-2749 min
A Sustainable FutureNOAA Chief Scientist Dr. Sarah Kapnick on Pricing Climate Disaster RiskWhat grade does the finance industry deserve in terms of pricing climate risk? Listen to Jason Mitchell discuss with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Chief Scientist Dr. Sarah Kapnick, about the scope of NOAA’s mission; NOAA’s billion-dollar Weather and Climate Disasters dataset and what it means for weather attribution; and why NOAA itself represents a remarkable value to the US people as an argument against dismantling or privatising it.Dr. Sarah Kapnick is Chief Scientist at NOAA, which plays a critical role in understanding and predicting changes in climate, weather, oceans, and...2024-10-161h 00Dive In with NOAA FisheriesTeaching Kids to Fish and Love the WaterNOAA Fisheries and partners are working with communities in South Carolina to get kids involved in fishing and environmental conservation.2024-06-0521 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesWhat Happened to All the Alaska Snow Crabs?A few years ago, snow crab populations in Alaska collapsed. Hear how NOAA biologists solved the mystery of what happened to them.2024-04-2411 min
InevitableExploring NOAA with Chief Scientist Dr. Sarah KapnickDr. Sarah Kapnick serves as the Chief Scientist at NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which plays a critical role in understanding and predicting changes in climate, weather, oceans, and coasts. Bringing a unique mix of science and finance to NOAA, Dr. Kapnick's background includes a stint as a senior climate scientist at JP Morgan Chase, a leadership role at NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, and an early career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs. She holds a PhD in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences from UCLA and an AB in Mathematics from Princeton.In our conversation...2024-04-151h 14Dive In with NOAA FisheriesHawaiian Monk Seal Pupping SeasonThe Hawaiian monk seal pupping season has started! NOAA Fisheries experts in the Pacific Islands work with partners to protect the pups during this critical time.2024-03-1321 min
Climate HourFood Security, Polyforestry and NOAA’s Climate DashboardCLIMATE HOUR -- For most of the world, food security – having enough to eat – is one of today’s greatest challenges. As climate change continues to disrupt today’s industrial farming systems, world leaders are reevaluating traditional regenerative farming practices which are more resistant to climate change. Practices which work with the environment instead of killing it the way today’s monocrop farming does.
Agroforestry is a specialized type of regenerative agriculture that involves growing food as part of a forest ecosystem, producing more food in less space. Polyforestry is a variation of agroforestry that reflects both the many (poly) ways to gr...2023-12-0150 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesNOAA VetCorps: Creating Jobs for VeteransSupporting veterans is imperative to our agency. NOAA VetCorps gives veterans the training and tools to pursue careers in habitat conservation and restoration.2023-11-0818 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesClimate Readiness: the Future of U.S. FisheriesSupporting healthy, sustainable seafood and a robust seafood industry is a major priority for NOAA Fisheries. Hear from NOAA Fisheries leadership and members of the seafood community about climate readiness and plans for responding to a changing climate.2023-10-1819 min
American Shoreline Podcast NetworkSailing, Flying, Diving: NOAA Corps' Mighty Fleet and Their Role in Blue Economy | American Blue Economy PodcastOn the July episode of the American Blue Economy Podcast, our host Rear Admiral, Tim Gallaudet, PhD, US Navy (ret) shines a spotlight on the NOAA Corps of Commissioned Officers and their many blue economy contributions. Joining him is a stellar lineup of current and former members of the NOAA Corps, including retired NOAA Corps Commander G. Mark Miller, CEO and Founder of Greenwater MarineSciences Offshore Inc in Alexandria VA, Captain (select) Rebecca Waddington, a certified NOAA pilot and currently the Executive Director to the Deputy Under Secretary for Operations of NOAA at the NOAA HQ building in Silver Spring MD, and...2023-08-1653 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesAtlantic Sharks: 30 Years of Successes and LessonsNOAA Fisheries has successfully managed Atlantic highly migratory sharks for 30 years. Learn about some of the challenges of assessing shark stocks and combatting misinformation about sharks.2023-07-1122 min
Women Offshore PodcastLT. J.G. Alice Beittel - NOAA Corps, Episode 159In today’s episode, Christine talks with Lieutenant Junior Grade (LT. J.G.) Alice Beittel, who is a commissioned officer for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Corps (NOAA Corps), currently serving as the Advanced Survey Technology Officer at the NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center in San Diego. She shares what the NOAA Corps does, the incredible history of the first women who worked for NOAA, and shares how she stays passionate about the industry. Alice says if you are interested in adventure, science, or teamwork, you will want to check out NOAA for possible work because they have it...2023-07-0431 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesThe Endangered Species Act at 50NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Janet Coit celebrates 50 years of the Endangered Species Act and discusses why it is such a foundational law.2023-05-1915 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesNOAA Leadership Insights on U.S. SeafoodThe seafood industry is impacted by global forces such as climate change, international trade relations, and growing competition for ocean use—forces which also shape NOAA's priorities.2023-05-0522 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesWelcome to Dive In with NOAA FisheriesLearn about our podcast, Dive In with NOAA Fisheries, and catch up on past episodes.2023-03-0300 min
Carolina Weather GroupInside NOAA's weather model supercomputer [Ep. 429]NOAA's new supercomputers, first announced in February 2020 with a contract award to General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), provide a significant upgrade to computing capacity, storage space and interconnect speed of the nation’s Weather and Climate Operational Supercomputing System.
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“Accurate weather and climate predictions are critical to informing public safety, supporting local economies, and addressing the threat of climate change,” said U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo. “Through strategic and sustained investments, the U.S. is reclaiming a global t...2022-10-2725 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesSeafood for Everyone: A Conversation with Janet CoitNOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Janet Coit talks about the challenges and opportunities facing the U.S. seafood industry, and getting Americans to eat more local seafood.2022-10-2607 min
Ask Drone UADU 01270: Can I fly in a NOAA Protected area?Can pilots fly in NOAA protected areas? Does NOAA have the ability to regulate airspace?
In today's episode we discuss about NOAA protected areas and the rules and regulations in airspace around protected areas.
Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U mapping events and classes. We talk about some of the new changes we have made to our mapping classes and course curriculum to stay updated with some of the recent trends in the mapping industry such as going over new products for geo-referencing, geo-tagging, GPS and more. Visit our Drone U events page for more details on...2022-08-1811 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesA New Strategy for Equity and Environmental Justice at NOAA FisheriesNew national, comprehensive strategy around equity and environmental justice is centered around fairness for all.2022-08-1622 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesBipartisan Infrastructure Law: A Transformational Opportunity for HabitatsHistoric coastal and climate resilience funding for NOAA, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, will improve habitat restoration, coastal resilience, and weather forecasting infrastructure.2022-07-2920 min
Act ASAPTip of the Day – NOAA20220618 Tip of the Day – NOAA
NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheets
NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheets (NEWIS) are a printable downloads containing contact information for local, regional, and national organizations that can provide aid and information during tropical storms, hurricanes, and other extreme coastal events. NCEI created these sheets to help residents of coastal states and the two US territories that are particularly at risk from tropical storms and hurricanes.
PDF versions of the 22 NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheets are available for coastal sections of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Ca...2022-06-1806 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesEvolving Science and Surveys in the Birthplace of NOAA FisheriesDive into the science collected in the northeast region and learn about the historic origins of Woods Hole, which today is an epicenter of oceanography and home to several institutions, including the Northeast Fisheries Science Center.2022-05-0528 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesAdapting to the Future: Two NOAA Scientists Discuss New Global Report on Climate ChangeIn this episode, John Sheehan talks with Dr. Kirstin Holsman and Dr. Libby Jewett. They share insights on some of the very real challenges of climate change, as well some actionable information.2022-04-2122 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesSustainable Seafood: An Interview with Janet Coit, NOAA Fisheries Assistant AdministratorHear from Janet Coit, NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator, on all things sustainable seafood, climate change, and more.2022-04-1116 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesCollecting Data on Diverse West Coast WatersLearn how NOAA Fisheries collects data on the West Coast.2022-03-3127 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesSurveying Alaska's WatersDive into how NOAA Fisheries collects data in Alaska.2022-03-2326 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesChecking In On Endangered Southern Resident Killer WhalesChecking in on endangered Southern Resident Killer whales with NOAA Fisheries scientist Dr. Megan Wallen.2022-02-1114 min
Engineering MisjudgmentAlphabet Soup: NOAALearn more about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association in this episode of Alphabet SoupProof of baby Shannon competing at the NOSB. http://nosb.org Sources:DORIAN Graphics Archive: 5-day Probability of Tropical-Storm-Force-Winds. NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER and CENTRAL PACIFIC HURRICANE CENTER. (n.d.). Retrieved January 20, 2022, from https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/archive/2019/DORIAN_graphics.php?product=wind_probs_34_F120 Freedman, A., & Samenow, J. (2020, June 16). NOAA leaders Violated Agency's scientific integrity policy, Hurricane Dorian 'Sharpiegate' investigation finds. The Washington Post. Retrieved January 20, 2022, from https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2020/06/15/noaa-investigation-sharpiegate/ Johnson, S. (n.d.). Fight or...2022-01-2028 minDive In with NOAA FisheriesLearn About NOAA Fisheries SurveysOur scientists and partners have conducted surveys for 150 years to gather data on ocean conditions and monitor marine life. Learn about the importance of these surveys and how they've been changing due to climate change and the ongoing pandemic.2022-01-1018 min
Drone Radio ShowHow Does NOAA Use UAS: Cmdr Paul Hemmick, NOAA’s UAS Division ChiefHow is NOAA using drones? Commander Paul Hemmick is Chief of NOAA’s UAS Division at the Aircraft Operations Center. Commander Hemmick received his NOAA Commission in 2004, serving in multiple operational and staff level assignments throughout his 16-year career. He’s piloted large ships, flown planes and is now heading NOAA’s UAS operations. In this role, he oversees safety, policy, and fleet oversight spanning a wide range of UAS missions. With the recent formation of NOAA’s UAS Operations Center, he is involved with implementing emerging UAS technologies to force multiply data collection and scientific observations across the A...2021-12-0137 min
The Plastic Shift Podcast#15 Plastic Pollution and NOAA: Connecting the Dots - Amy V. Uhrin | The Plastic ShiftDr. Amy V. Uhrin is the Chief Scientist of NOAA's Marine Debris Program. Their work routinely supports marine debris research through grants and outreach and Dr. Uhrin oversees their research priorities.
To explore some other resources on the global plastic pollution issue please visit www.theplasticshift.com.
To learn more about the NOAA Marine Debris Program's work, you can visit their website (https://marinedebris.noaa.gov)
- They offer grants to researchers and institutions at https://grants.gov/web/grants/search-grants.html?keywords=marine%20debris
- Results from research...2020-10-2200 min
American Shoreline Podcast NetworkLive from CSO: NOAA Rear Admiral Shepard M. SmithRear Admiral Shepard M. Smith is the Coast Survey director for NOAA. As director, Smith is dedicated to advancing the Coast Survey initiatives of modernizing digital charting, increasing use of autonomous systems for hydrography, and improved integrated navigation services for seaports.
Rear Adm. Smith serves as a presidentially-appointed member of the Mississippi River Commission that oversees navigation and flood control projects on the largest river system in the United States. Smith also serves as the chair of the International Hydrographic Organization’s (IHO) Council that comprises 30 leading IHO member nations and oversees performance management and the business si...2019-11-0743 min
DesignSafe RadioEpisode 15 NOAA Hurricane Hunters Ride Out The StormsDo you ever wonder how meteorologists get their hurricane data? On today’s show, host Dan Zehner gets the answers from Commander Justin Kibbey, one of NOAA’s “hurricane hunter” pilots. Kibbey flies NOAA’s P-3 Orion aircraft missions straight into hurricanes, multiple times, while a crew of weather experts and technicians gather data to predict the path and strength of the storm. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Kibbey spent 10 years doing aerial reconnaissance and wartime flights over places like Iraq and Afghanistan. He flew the P-3, a four-engine turboprop designed to fly low and hunt submarines. After his Naval...2017-11-0936 min
NOAA: Ocean ShortsSubscribe to the New NOAA Ocean PodcastThe Ocean Shorts podcast has retired, but have no fear! We combined our Ocean Shorts, Diving Deeper,and Making Waves pods into one NEW podcast called NOAA Ocean. Subscribe in your favorite podcatcher so you never miss an episode. Just search for "NOAA Ocean." If you are looking for an older Ocean Shorts podcast, head to oceanservice.noaa.gov/podcast to view our archive.2017-02-0300 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsANNOUNCEMENT: New NOAA Ocean PodcastThe Ocean Shorts podcast has retired, but have no fear! We combined our Ocean Shorts, Diving Deeper,and Making Waves podcasts into one NEW podcast called NOAA Ocean. Subscribe to the new podcast in your favorite podcatcher so you never miss an episode. Just search for "NOAA Ocean." If you are looking for an older Ocean Shorts podcast, head to oceanservice.noaa.gov/podcast to view our archive.2017-01-0900 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsConnecting the Dots: Corals and HumansCoral reefs are under intense pressure from climate change, pollution, and unsustainable use. So what can we do about it? To answer that question, we need to better understand the main threat to our reefs. Humans. Tune in to this excerpt from a longer interview we posted back in March 2016 with NOAA social scientists Maria Dillard and Peter Edwards.
Episode permanent link and show notes2016-09-1506 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsOcean EconomyIn this episode, we talk with a NOAA economist about our ocean economy and how, no matter where you live in the United States, you are connected to our ocean economy.
Episode permanent link and show notes2016-08-1804 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsHarmful Algal Bloom ForecastingIn this episode, we talk with a NOAA expert about how (and why) we forecast harmful algal blooms.
Episode permanent link and show notes2016-05-0503 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsShipwreck DetectiveIn this episode, we look back at a November 2014 archaeological expedition led by the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Maritime Heritage Program. This mission brought back the first-ever 3-D images of the City of Rio de Janeiro, considered by many historians as the "Titanic of the Golden Gate." Listen in to this conversation with NOAA's Robert Schwemmer, co-leader of a two-year study to locate and document shipwrecks in California’s Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary and the surrounding area.
Episode permanent link and show notes2016-02-1704 minNOAA: Ocean ShortsCoral BleachingWhat does it mean when a coral bleaches? Hear from NOAA's Jennifer Koss and Mark Eakin on the effects of coral bleaching in our latest Ocean Shorts audio podcast.
Episode permanent link and show notes2015-09-1704 min