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Join National Weather Desk Meteorologist Emily Gracey every week as she leads listeners on an exciting voyage exploring a diverse range of topics related to weather, climate, space, and beyond. The podcast offers exclusive interviews with leading experts on topics that you wouldn't usually come across in a typical weather broadcast. It’ll enlighten, entertain, and educate, whether you’re a novice ... more

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For Earth Day this year, we're heading to Niagara Falls, New York, where the idyllic-sounding Love Canal community holds a dark secret: a neighborhood was built on top of a toxic waste dump. Residents were lied to. Adults got sick, babies were born w... more

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What is the forecast for the 2026 hurricane season?

In this episode, we break down the newly-released 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook from Colorado State University (CSU), one of the most trusted long-range forecasts in meteorology.

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On a hot afternoon in 1970, a single lightning strike on a Florida football field changed lives and reshaped how we think about storm safety.

In this episode of Off the Radar, we take a deeper look at one of nature’s most powerful and misunderstood ... more

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For the first time in more than 50 years, humans are preparing to venture back into deep space.

With the launch of Artemis II, part of NASA’s Artemis program, four astronauts will travel around the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft, flying farther fr... more

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Recent Guests

John Jensenius
Lightning safety expert
National Lightning Safety, as discussed
Episode: Lightning: The Science, the Safety, and the Surprises
Tim Logan
Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, Atmospheric Sciences
Texas A&M University
Episode: Lightning: The Science, the Safety, and the Surprises
Barbara Cohen
Planetary scientist at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Episode: Artemis: A Return to the Moon... and Beyond
Evan Bentley
Warning Coordination Meteorologist, Storm Prediction Center
Storm Prediction Center
Episode: Understanding Severe Weather Outlooks
Ed Pietroski
Chief Meteorologist
WPD Myrtle Beach
Episode: Understanding Severe Weather Outlooks
Mike Brown
Astronomer, planetary scientist known for work on Pluto and Planet Nine
California Institute of Technology
Episode: The Man Who Killed Pluto
Steve Green
A retired airline captain and aviation expert with decades in the industry
Former ALPA, NASA, FAA consultant
Episode: Aircraft Icing: Lessons Written in Tragedy
Joe Martucci
Founder of Cup a Joe Weather; certified broadcast meteorologist; digital meteorologist
Cup a Joe Weather
Episode: The Blizzard of 2026: Behind the Forecast
Dustin Evon
Tribal Resilience Coordinator for the Quigilanoc area
Quigilanoc Tribal Council / Quig Community
Episode: Alaska’s Climate Crisis Part 2: The Human Cost

Host

Emily Gracey
Host of Off the Radar, National Weather Desk meteorologist guiding episodes with weather, climate, and space topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Fun listen!

    Admittedly not a huge weather or science geek but I love this podcast! Quick, but so interesting and informative. I find myself learning something new every episode. Emily’s passion really comes through

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shea631
    United States2 years ago
  • LISTEN TO THE UNIVERSE

    I loved this weeks episode, it scratched my brain and was such a relaxing listen with all the amazing sounds from space. Great job Emily!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna-Nicole Wans
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love this podcast. They’re easy to listen to and I feel like I learn something interesting every time. Emily’s enthusiasm for each of the topics really comes through. Great for parents, kids, weather geeks, or anyone interested in learning something new

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wasabipeas21
    United States2 years ago
  • Great info .. and host!

    Love this informative podcast. I learn something new every time I listen. Emily’s energy is contagious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheryl0653
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative!

    Love the short podcasts that keep my attention through under a half hour. And so informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    christinaerne
    United States3 years ago

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Host's energy and clear explanations enhance learning and retention.
Concise but informative; great for parents and weather enthusiasts alike.
Engaging mix of space and weather topics; accessible to non-geeks.
Quick, informative episodes with a clearly passionate host.
Short length and strong information density make for easy listening.

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#158
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#191
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Hurricane Season 2025: Stories, Stats and Survival
Q: What's new for this year in hurricane messaging and tools?
We're de-emphasizing older scales, expanding the cone concept inland, and focusing messaging on power loss and flood risk to ensure practical actions are understood and taken by the public.
Hurricane Season 2025: Stories, Stats and Survival
Q: What has changed most in forecasting over the past 20-25 years?
We moved from hand-drawn maps and rule-of-thumb estimations to high-resolution systems, sophisticated models, widespread observational networks, and improved communication so forecasts actually reach and guide public action.
Hurricane Season 2025: Stories, Stats and Survival
Q: So your role is deputy director. Can you tell everybody what that means?
It involves keeping day-to-day operations running, managing continuity of operations, supervising technology and people, and ensuring the agency can respond effectively when disasters strike.
After the Flood: Finding Hope in the Aftermath
Q: There's talk about blame after disasters. What's your view on evaluating failures without getting stuck in politics?
All disasters are local, and while it's natural to seek causes, the true path forward lies in cross-agency learning, robust assessments, and implementing concrete changes rather than lingering on blame. We need integrated, enforceable recommendations that span local to federal levels.
After the Flood: Finding Hope in the Aftermath
Q: Welcome to the show, Kim. Could you help listeners understand what makes flash floods so deadly and how warnings can be improved?
Flash floods are highly local and fast-moving; you have to interpret river levels, elevations, and expanse of water across landscapes, which is much more complex than a typical tornado warning. Improvements come from combining better mapping, real-time data, and in-place management practices for camps and communities, plus clearer, more credible communication that reaches people where they are.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Off the Radar

What is Off the Radar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, idea-forward show exploring weather, climate, space, and related science topics through expert conversations. Episodes frequently feature meteorologists, climate scientists, astronomers, and science communicators who pull back the curtain on how forecasts are made, what current research means for everyday life, and how data is translated into storytelling. A standout is the willingness to tackle both established topics (severe weather, Arctic change, climate solutions) and interdisciplinary angles (sonification of climate data, AI's environmental footprint), often with practical implications for industry, government, and informed listeners. The format is approachable yet materia-rich, making it useful for professionals seeking cr... more

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