Episodes

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Oct. 13, 2026

Mallory Brooke, Owner and Chief Meteorologist at Nor'easter Weather Consulting

We talk to Mallory Brooke about the intricacies of forecasting for the ski industry, the benefits of earning the Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM) designation, and how outgrowing old dreams makes room for new ones. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copy...
114
Sept. 15, 2026

Ellen Mecray, Founder and Principal at Aeolus Climate Strategies

We talk to Ellen Mecray about developing long-term trust through federal service experience, her exciting transition to the private sector as a business owner, and the advantages of relationship building within all sectors of the weather, water, and climate enterprise. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback ...
113
Aug. 18, 2026

Tim Gallaudet, former Deputy NOAA Administrator

We talk to Tim Gallaudet about the components of being a successful leader, how his love for the ocean turned into a career of Navy service and global adventure, and how his new book, Holding Fast in Heavy Seas pairs his personal leadership journey with fascinating real-world weather stories. Episode transcript Holding Fast in Heavy Seas ordering information Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resou...
112
July 14, 2026

Nina Oakley, Geohazards Climatologist at the California Geological Survey

We talk to Nina Oakley about the challenges and rewards of changing career paths, stepping outside your comfort zone to reach your full potential, and how precipitation contributes to landslides and post-wildfire floods and debris flows. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a fut...
111
June 16, 2026

Rob Marciano, Senior Meteorologist at CBS News

We talk to Rob Marciano about the challenges of field reporting during extreme weather events, the value of face-to-face communication with mentors, and how writing the book The Next Big Thing left him feeling hopeful and optimistic for the future. Book: The Next Big Thing Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feed...
110
May 12, 2026

Alex Tomoff, Lead Meteorologist and Commodity Manager at Mars

We talk to Alex Tomoff about climate risk in the food industry, the benefits of gaining experience through the academic, public, and private sectors, and the challenges of communicating weather impacts to leadership and stakeholders. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future ...
109
April 14, 2026

Steve Bennett, Head of Climate and Catastrophe Science at Mercury Insurance

We talk to Steve Bennett about the many different job trajectories available in meteorology, the importance of integrity in one’s career, and the advantages of networking to build valuable connections. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2026 America...
108
March 17, 2026

Susie Martin, President and Meteorologist at Praedictix

We talk to Susie Martin about various facets of professional meteorology—from broadcasting to consulting, navigating contentious forensic cases, and the importance of being able to communicate weather information both verbally and through written skills. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd lik...
107
Feb. 17, 2026

Vytas Reid, Morning Meteorologist at CBS News Detroit

We talk to Vytas Reid about changes in the broadcast meteorology industry, how to land that first job at a station, and the importance of staying humble throughout your career. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorological Society.
106
Jan. 13, 2026

Barb Mayes Boustead, Climatologist and Meteorologist at NOAA

We talk to Barb Mayes Boustead about the creation of the Accumulated Winter Season Severity Index, the importance of being flexible in your career, and what Laura Ingalls Wilder teaches us about weather, climate, and protecting what we cherish. Books Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like t...
105
Dec. 16, 2025

Erica Grow Cei, Public Affairs Specialist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

We talk to Erica Grow Cei about the broadcast meteorology industry, the benefits of joining AMS boards/committees, and never underestimating your value when considering a career transition. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorolog...
104
Nov. 18, 2025

Alan Sealls, AMS President-Elect, retired Broadcast Meteorologist, and current Weather Consultant

We talk to Alan Sealls about his lengthy career in broadcast meteorology, the joys of teaching college students, and the world of educational weather video production. Weather Videos Books Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorolog...
103
Oct. 14, 2025

Emily Gracey, Digital Content Producer for The National Weather Desk

We talk to Emily Gracey about podcasting as a passion project, transitioning from broadcast to digital meteorology, and the value of internships. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorological Society
102
Sept. 16, 2025

Celebrating 100 Episodes

We have released our 100th episode! To celebrate, we have created a special show that incorporates clips from some of our most popular episodes. Thank you to all our amazing listeners for your support, and our incredible guests for sharing their stories. We look forward to continuing the conversation and providing you with even more tips and advice from experts in the field. Read more about the 100th episode and the history of the podcast in our Front Page blog. Episode transcript Hosted by Em...
101
Aug. 19, 2025

Ashley Morris, Preparedness and Outreach Division Manager at Prince George's County Office of Emergency Management, and Melissa Sizemore, Planning Captain and Meteorologist at Wilson County Emergency Management Agency

We talk to Ashley Morris and Melissa Sizemore about effectively engaging with your community, emergency management awareness month, and the importance of being well-rounded in your career. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorologi...
100
July 15, 2025

Shawn Dahl, service coordinator at NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center

We talk to Shawn Dahl about the complexities of space weather, solar radiation and geomagnetic storms, and the importance of global collaboration. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorological Society
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June 17, 2025

Bob Henson, meteorologist and science writer

We talk to Bob Henson about finding your niche, his book The Rough Guide to Climate Change, and the future of journalism in the age of AI. Mentioned books by Bob Henson: The Rough Guide to Climat Change The Thinking Person's Guide to Climate Change Weather on the Air: A History of Broadcast Meteorology Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypo...
98
May 13, 2025

Meghan Klee, Product Innovation Manager at StormImpact

We talk to Meghan Klee about the importance of forecasting in risk mitigation and utility resourcing, the challenges of gender and generational barriers in the workplace, and the importance of balancing soft and technical skills. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future gues...
97
April 15, 2025

Micki Olson, Risk Communication Researcher at the Emergency and Risk Communication Testing Lab

We talk to Micki Olson about effectively communicating weather warnings to the public, the challenges of advocating for yourself as an expert in your field, and collaborating and learning from others. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American...
96
March 11, 2025

Dr. Annareli Morales, an Air Quality Policy Analyst with the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment

We talk to Dr. Annareli Morales about the Significant Opportunities in Atmospheric Research and Science (SOARS) Program, building connections with experts in the atmospheric sciences, and the importance of local government work. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest...
95
Feb. 11, 2025

Sean Potter, a science writer and weather historian

We talk to Sean Potter about the tornado that set him on a path toward meteorology, transitioning from broadcasting to working at NWS and NASA, and his book, Too Near for Dreams: The Story of Cleveland Abbe, America’s First Weather Forecaster. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become...
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Jan. 14, 2025

Ayako Ota, a Japanese meteorologist

We talk to Ayako Ota about emergency weather reporting in Japan, the differences between weather reporting in Japan and the US, and her current writing projects. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest. Copyright © 2025 American Meteorological Society
93
Dec. 17, 2024

Gabby Brown, President of the Board of Directors at The Climate Consensus

We talk to Gabby Brown about her research on climate variability analysis and subseasonal to seasonal predictability, her role as President of the Board of Directors for the Climate Consensus, and the importance of being able to effectively communicate research both to the science community and the public. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at sky...
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Nov. 12, 2024

Pam Knox, Director of the UGA Weather Network and Agricultural Climatologist

We talk to Pam Knox about the impacts of drought on agriculture, her time as an AMS Certified Consulting Meteorologist, and the importance of obtaining skills in different areas to set yourself apart from others in your career. Episode transcript Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly Savoie Edited by Johnny Le Theme music composed and performed by Steve Savoie Visit AMS Career Resources on the web! Contact us at skypodcast@ametsoc.org with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest....