
Weather with Enthusiasm is a podcast about weather, atmospheric extremes, and climate (including little ice age) created by Simcha Lefton, a weather enthusiast. Although at times Simcha is refered to as a . meteorologist, he doesn't yet have a degree in atmospheric science. During the month of Iyyar (Jewish Month from mid-April through mid-May in 2026) documentaries and/or other interesting weathe... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1000 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceEarth Sciences | |||

Your daily synoptic weather briefing for Highland Park and the greater Chicago metro area.
Today: Clear skies turning mostly cloudy. High 73°F. NWS synoptic analysis included.
Data sources: National Weather Service API (public domain) and Open-Mete... more
Today's episode explores: Dust Bowl Drought and the Dirty Thirties.
Great Plains, United States (Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico panhandles) | 1930–1936
A catastrophic combination of severe multi-year drought and the aggressive deep-p... more
Your daily Chicago-area weather update with Simcha Lefton. Recorded Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.
Europe's 1473 Megadrought followed by some benefits of a quality hospice chaplain.
* 00:07 The Unprecedented Heat of 1473
* 01:10 Europe Emerges from the Little Ice Age: A Shifting Climate
* 02:16 1473: More Severe Than the Millennium Drought?... more
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This show centers on in-depth weather analysis with a strong emphasis on Midwest and Great Lakes patterns, from severe storms to extreme heat events. Episodes routinely break down forecast models, model comparisons (notably European vs. other guidance), and real-time observations to explain how weather systems evolve and what those dynamics mean for localimpacts. The host blends meteorological concepts with practical safety tips and city-specific outlooks, delivering data-driven briefings that translate complex science into accessible forecasts. A recurring strength is the single-voice, highly informed forecast narrative that weaves model science, historical context, and regional implications into a cohesive briefing. Listeners likely appre... more
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