DisasterClass Podcast

In a previous episode, we discussed how parents should get involved in school safety. However, how does a parent actually do that? In this episode, Jason and Wesley discuss some questions parents can ask school officials and how they can get involved.Download the Parent School Safety Questionnairehttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1gHgKcWceXq5N9yoWDQVx5KvCVMp1U-d-/view?usp=sharingReferral ProgramRefer a qualifying school district and get up to $1,000 cash.Our Sponsors:Safer EscapeThis episode of DisasterClass is brought to you by Safer Escape. When a fire happens, seconds count. The Modum Retractable Fire Escape Ladder was designed with safety in mind and is always ready when you need it most. It's easy to use, affordable, and dependable. Don't leave your family's safety to chance. Visit SaferEscape.com to get a free quote and free shipping off your first order when you mention DisasterClass. Visit SaferEscape.com today, or call 725-2ESCAPE!Phone: (725) 2ESCAPE (237-2273)Website: www.saferescape.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferescapeladdersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saferescape/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saferescape/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGptufi17U5nHWTtC1ZfYQInstinct ReadyDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive plans, and premium products. For products, visit www.instinctready.com and get 10% off with promo code DISASTERCLASS. For professional emergency management services, schedule a free consultation. Phone: (845) 244-6360Website: www.instinctready.comConsultation Request: https://calendly.com/instinctready/consultationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instinctready/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctreadyTwitter: https://twitter.com/instinctreadyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinctreadyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@instinctready

We take a little detour off our usual format to kick back to play some video games. Jason & Wesley checkout Lego Fortnite, a survival-esque video game where users get dropped in a random wilderness biome and have to use available resources to survive and build a village. Jason & Wesley discuss how the game can be used to teach some survival and disaster preparedness principles.If you are a fellow gamer, seize the opportunity to play along with Jason & Wesley. Send them a request on Lego Fortnite to kick back, play some games, and talk preparedness.Send Wesley a request at GoBagWesleySend Jason a request at DisasterMasterJOur Sponsors:Safer EscapeThis episode of DisasterClass is brought to you by Safer Escape. When a fire happens, seconds count. The Modum Retractable Fire Escape Ladder was designed with safety in mind and is always ready when you need it most. It's easy to use, affordable, and dependable. Don't leave your family's safety to chance. Visit SaferEscape.com to get a free quote and free shipping off your first order when you mention DisasterClass. Visit SaferEscape.com today, or call 725-2ESCAPE! Phone: (725) 2ESCAPE (237-2273)Website: www.saferescape.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferescapeladdersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saferescape/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saferescape/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGptufi17U5nHWTtC1ZfYQInstinct ReadyDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive plans, and premium products. For products, visit www.instinctready.com and get 10% off with promo code DISASTERCLASS. For professional emergency management services, schedule a free consultation.Phone: (845) 244-6360Website: www.instinctready.comConsultation Request: https://calendly.com/instinctready/consultationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instinctready/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctreadyTwitter: https://twitter.com/instinctreadyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinctreadyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@instinctready

Join us as we review season 4, episode 7 of The Office, streaming on Peacock. In this episode, Michael Scott, played by Steve Carrel, goes into the woods to do his own version of Survivor Man. Jason and Wesley break down the episode and provide valuable lessons learned from Michael Scott.Our Sponsors:Safer Escape This episode of DisasterClass is brought to you by Safer Escape. When a fire happens, seconds count. The Modum Retractable Fire Escape Ladder was designed with safety in mind and is always ready when you need it most. It's easy to use, affordable, and dependable. Don't leave your family's safety to chance. Visit SaferEscape.com to get a free quote and free shipping off your first order when you mention DisasterClass. Visit SaferEscape.com today, or call 725-2ESCAPE! Phone: (725) 2ESCAPE (237-2273)Website: www.saferescape.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferescapeladdersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saferescape/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saferescape/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGptufi17U5nHWTtC1ZfYQ Instinct Ready DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive plans, and premium products. For products, visit www.instinctready.com and get 10% off with promo code DISASTERCLASS. For professional emergency management services, schedule a free consultation. Phone: (845) 244-6360Website: www.instinctready.comConsultation Request: https://calendly.com/instinctready/consultationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instinctready/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctreadyTwitter: https://twitter.com/instinctreadyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinctreadyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@instinctready

In today’s day and age, there are many challenges facing schools. These challenges are ever-evolving and require school administrators to proactively address safety and security threats. In this episode, we talk to Michael Madison, a school safety subject matter expert. He discusses what schools can do to develop and implement plans and how parents can be involved in the discussion. Our Sponsors:Safer EscapeThis episode of DisasterClass is brought to you by Safer Escape. When a fire happens, seconds count. The Modum Retractable Fire Escape Ladder was designed with safety in mind and is always ready when you need it most. It's easy to use, affordable, and dependable. Don't leave your family's safety to chance. Visit SaferEscape.com to get a free quote and free shipping off your first order when you mention DisasterClass. Visit SaferEscape.com today, or call 725-2ESCAPE!Phone: (725) 2ESCAPE (237-2273)Website: www.saferescape.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferescapeladdersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saferescape/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saferescape/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGptufi17U5nHWTtC1ZfYQInstinct Ready DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive plans, and premium products. For products, visit www.instinctready.com and get 10% off with promo code DISASTERCLASS. For professional emergency management services, schedule a free consultation. Phone: (845) 244-6360Website: www.instinctready.comConsultation Request: https://calendly.com/instinctready/consultationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instinctready/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctreadyTwitter: https://twitter.com/instinctreadyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinctreadyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@instinctready

Staying informed of impending hazards is a crucial part of preparedness. But, how exactly do you do that? Well, fortunately, there is an entire infrastructure in place within the United States to keep you in the know. In this episode, Jason and Wesley talk with Justin Singer and Jody Smith from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) about the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, or, IPAWS for short. This high-tech system plays an integral role in national preparedness, and it is something you absolutely need to know about.For more information about IPAWS, visit www.FEMA.gov/ipawsDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

There are critical functions and services that we rely on everyday within our communties. These are called Community Lifelines, and they are essential for modern life. What makes up these lifelines? And, how could we be affected if a hazard impacts them? Jason and Wesley dive deep into this subject by breaking down the seven different lifelines identified by FEMA, and they look at some recent disasters to see what it looks like when a disaster impacts them.DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today because preparedness starts at home.

Every year millions of people suffer the wrath of Mother Nature, as infrastructure is demolished, houses are flooded and swept away, and lives are lost. Why do we continue to place cost over safety while the technology exists to build homes capable of withstanding hurricanes, fires, and tornadoes? In this episode, Jason and Wesley explore this question as they talk with George Siegal, the director, and producer of the award-winning documentary, “The Last House Standing.”If you are a homeowner or a prospective homeowner, you will not want to miss this insightful discussion. How much do you know about your home? Will it succumb to the forces of mother nature? Or, will it be the last house standing? Watch George’s profound documentary film at www.thelasthousestanding.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/movetheworldfilms/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelasthousestanding/Twitter: https://twitter.com/movetwfilmsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-siegal-988a458/George Siegal is also the creator and host of the “Tell Us How To Make It Better” podcast. In his podcast, George talks with thinkers, innovators, and creative minds who are out to solve real problems.Check out the podcast today!www.tellushowtomakeitbetter.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tellushowtomakeitbetter/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TellushowtomakeitbetterYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxPLp71cSMPWIjaRSDbW3fJsKbRexmuF6Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/movetheworldfilms/DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

Water is by far the most precious resource on earth! However, waterborne contaminants are a leading cause of illness around the world. During a disaster, water can become contaminated and lead to serious illness and death. In this epsisode of DisasterClass, Jason and Wesley talk with Travis Avery of Sawyer about an amazing little product that is provinging a big solution in the world of water purification. Since 1984, Sawyer Products has offered the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water & injuries–everything from first aid kits developed for wilderness use to our newest topical insect repellents that use time-released liposome technology. For more information about Sawyer products, visit:www.sawyer.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawyerproducts/Twitter: https://twitter.com/sawyerproductsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sawyer-products/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SawyerProducts/featuredDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

Flooding is one of the most commonly occurring natural hazards in the United States. Jason and Wesley talk with Robert Chaney and Jason Bourgeault from Rooftop Liferafts in this episode. They discuss some of their experiences, the importance of flood preparedness, and a unique and innovative product for flood safety.Website: https://rooftopliferafts.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTLRsystemsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rooftopliferaftsinc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RooftopliferaftDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

In this special episode, Jason and Wesley talk with former acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator, Pete Gaynor. Upon his appointment by the President of the United States, Mr. Gaynor oversaw some 300 disasters in his tenure as FEMA administrator, including one of the most active Atlantic hurricane seasons in history and the agency’s first ever pandemic response. https://www.dhs.gov/person/peter-t-gaynorMr. Gaynor explains the responsibilities of FEMA and its relationship with state and local jurisdictions, and how it relates to national resilience. They also discuss the responsibilities of the average citizen and some practical suggestions on how to prepare for disasters, including a helpful tool–the FEMA mobile app.https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-app-text-messagesAfter his term at FEMA, Pete Gaynor now works as the Senior Vice President and Director of National Resilience, Response, and Recovery Programs for the LiRo group, a private architecture and design firm providing a wide range of services for the public and private sectors.https://www.liro.comDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

Preparing for a disaster goes well beyond having food, water, and shelter. In this episode, Jason & Wesley talk with Mistofer Christopher, a children’s book author, about the importance of mental preparedness, and overcoming fear and anxiety. Chris offers some valuable insight and perspective on human nature and how different people react during an emergency.Connect with Mistopher Christopher to learn more about his book “Talk About The Monster.”Click on link for “Talk About The Monster” The App, Book, or Sing-A-Long Song A story for children ages 5-11 to take a little BIG step to face anxiety and fear. https://www.mistoferchristopher.com/popupshopSubscribe to Mistofer Christopher YouTube channelhttps://m.youtube.com/channel/UCxuZn8PXkS9bQ_Q4aUx6qJQDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

Don’t forget the kids! They can prepare too! Jason & Wesley talk with Heather Beal, a seasoned Navy Vet, Emergency Manager, and Author. Heather discusses the importance and value of educating the young ones, and what she is doing to help fill a critical need in childcare and education.Heather is the author of several children's books that help prepare young ones for emergency situations. To learn more about Heather, you can visit her at Train 4 Safety Press. https://www.train4safety.com/You can now also purchase Heather’s books at InstinctReady.com.https://instinctready.com/collections/booksOur SponsorsDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

In this episode, Jason and Wesley talk with Austin G from Wyoming as he shares a close call with nature's powerful forces. They discuss lessons learned from this intense story.DisasterClass is brought to you by:Instinct ReadyInstinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

In this episode, Jason and Wesley pick up where they left off in Prep101. They discuss the concept of hazard mitigation, which can decrease your disaster risk and save you lots of money and headaches. How can homeowners mitigate some common hazards? Check out this mitigation fact sheet from FEMA that has some ways you can mitigate wind and flood damage for your home?https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-07/mitigation_homeowners_fact_sheet_2017.pdfDid you know that on average, hazard mitigation saves $6-8 for every dollar invested. Don’t believe us, check out the research.https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-07/fema_mitsaves-factsheet_2018.pdfFor our special guests in this episode, welcome Brandon Troutner and Austin Grant of Farmers Insurance in Cheyenne, Wyoming. They offer some valuable insight into the world of insurance, highlighting the need to make sure you understand your policy and coverage to effectively transfer your risk.https://agents.farmers.com/wy/cheyenne/brandon-troutnerDisasterClass is brought to you by:Instinct ReadyInstinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

Jason and Wesley dive into understanding disaster risk through the use of a risk assessment, a process for identifying hazards and understanding their impacts. They also talk with John Scardena, an experienced Emergency Manager to get his expert scoop on assessing risk.Jason and Wesley discuss some tools available to the public to research hazards and understand their impacts. Below are your “course materials.”The FEMA App allows you to find common hazards by city or zip codeRed Cross has an interactive map to browse hazards by regionColumbia University Center for Disaster Preparedness has a detailed hazard mapReady.gov contains great information on specific hazards including what to do before during and afterAlso look to your local or state office of emergency management for local disaster resourcesBegin performing your own risk assessment using the Instinct Ready Emergency Action Plan and Risk Assessment Template. For more information on how to use this template effectively and create a comprehensive plan take the Community Emergency Planning online course.If you have a question, preparedness tip, or a disaster story to share, send us an email at disasterclass@instinctready.com, or drop us a message on instagram, facebook, twitter, or linkedin. Doing so will put you in the running to be featured on the show and win some cool prizes.Connect with our GuestConnect with John Scardena by following the Disaster Tough podcast, Movie AAR, or by sending an email to info@dobermanemg.com. The Movie After Action Report podcast is a fun reality check on the crazy disasters that happen in movies. Seasoned professionals, John Scardena and Patrick McGinn, call out the absurd storyline, highlight the plausible plot developments, and let you know what you should do if you find yourself in these situations.Disaster Tough is the #1 rated emergency management podcast by emergency managers, for emergency managers. Listen, as your host, John Scardena, a former Federal Emergency Response Official with Type 1 response experience speaks with other experts in the field. They share stories, lessons learned, and tips to help you make informed decisions. Our SponsorsDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at www.instinctready.com with promo code DISASTERCLASS. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course.

Meet your hosts in this introductory episode, Jason Perez and Wesley Long. They are active EMTs with a passion for educating the public. Jason and Wesley discuss their journeys into the preparedness field, why they feel preparedness is important, and what you can expect to get out of DisasterClass. This podcast takes on a new approach to disaster planning and preparedness, using research, expert testimony, and science-based methods.DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready. Instinct Ready is working to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at www.instinctready.com with promo code DISASTERCLASS. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. If you have a question, preparedness tip, or a disaster story to share, send us an email at disasterclass@instinctready.com, or drop us a message on instagram, facebook, twitter, or linkedin. Doing so will put you in the running to be featured on the show and win some cool prizes.

Exercises and drills are a great way to prepare for an emergency and test your plans and capabilities. However, there is a right and wrong way to do it, and to do it right, you need to plan thoroughly. Unfortunately, one school principal learned the hard the hard way. In this episode, Jason and Wesley discuss what happened when a school drill was planned and executed poorly and the lessons we can learn from it.Our Sponsors:Safer EscapeThis episode of DisasterClass is brought to you by Safer Escape. When a fire happens, seconds count. The Modum Retractable Fire Escape Ladder was designed with safety in mind and is always ready when you need it most. It's easy to use, affordable, and dependable. Don't leave your family's safety to chance. Visit SaferEscape.com to get a free quote and free shipping off your first order when you mention DisasterClass. Visit SaferEscape.com today, or call 725-2ESCAPE!Phone: (725) 2ESCAPE (237-2273)Website: www.saferescape.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saferescapeladdersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saferescape/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saferescape/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGptufi17U5nHWTtC1ZfYQInstinct ReadyDisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip communities for emergencies and disasters through quality training, comprehensive plans, and premium products. For products, visit www.instinctready.com and get 10% off with promo code DISASTERCLASS. For professional emergency management services, schedule a free consultation. Phone: (845) 244-6360Website: www.instinctready.comConsultation Request: https://calendly.com/instinctready/consultationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Instinctready/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instinctreadyTwitter: https://twitter.com/instinctreadyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinctreadyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@instinctready

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We are happy to welcome Safer Escape as an official sponsor of DisasterClass. In this episode, we revisit our previous conversation with Aaron and Barry Mezei, a father and son duo, working hard to help protect families from the risk of fire.Learn more about Safer Escape at www.saferescape.com

That's right! DisasterClass is back and better than ever! We've made some changes but we have some exciting new things to come! In this episode, Jason and Wesley talk about some updates with @instinctready including a new Personal Home Risk Assessment service now available at instinctready.com. Personal Home Risk Assessment