WeatherBrains Episode 906 is now online (May 30th, 2023). If you are crazy about weather, this is THE podcast for you!
Tonight’s Guest WeatherBrain is a Tulsa, Oklahoma native. He’s the Director of the National Severe Storms Laboratory. Dr. DaNa Carlis, welcome to WeatherBrains!
Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: [email protected].
Difficult aspects of transitioning to positions of leadership in the meteorological community (31:00)
Purpose and mission of NSSL (34:15)
Challenges of mentoring in the meteorological field (01:10:30)
Future of NSSL (01:17:45)
Unlocking mysteries of severe local convective storms (01:22:45)
Possible tropical activity in Gulf? (01:33:30)
2023 hurricane season outlook (01:35:00)
The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:30:30)
This Week in Tornado History With Jen (No segment this week)
The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, Dr. Neil Jacobs, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.
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