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HURRICANE CENTER

Alex Garcia, Bill Read, Hal Needham

Booking Overview

This interview-led weather and disaster-science show features meteorologists, researchers, historians, storm documentarians, and leaders in community resilience. PR agencies could pitch credible subject-matter experts, authors, and experienced practitioners in hurricane forecasting, preparedness, disaster impacts, or resilient construction; booking difficulty is medium, with strong relevance and expertise more important than broad name recognition.

Metrics

Episodes: 153

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

alex@wxguide.com

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Host

Alex Garcia - A presenter who leads discussions with guests on hurricane science, preparedness, and storm impacts.

Bill Read - Former director of the National Hurricane Center.

Hal Needham - Hurricane and disaster scientist.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established expertise or substantial practical experience in meteorology, hurricane impacts, disaster preparedness, history, storm documentation, or building resilience; relevant leadership, research, or authorship can strengthen a pitch.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of a relevant organization or weather business, Specialized professional or research experience, Authorship or extensive field experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Ryan Truchelut - Gulf Coast Hurricane Threats, Storm Impacts, And The Use Of Artificial-intelligence Models In Forecasting.

Mike Bilder - The 1926 Hurricane Season, The Great Miami Hurricane, And The History Of Hurricane Forecasting And Preparedness.

Warren Faidley - Storm Chasing, Hurricane Impacts, Storm Surge, Field Safety, And The Pressures Of Extreme-weather Coverage.

Leslie Chapman-Henderson - Building Codes, Stronger Homes, Hurricane Resilience, And Practical Mitigation Measures.

Recent Topics

Science, Meteorology, Hurricanes, Disaster Preparedness, Weather Forecasting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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HURRICANE ISAIAS — THE STORM THAT DEFIED EXPECTATIONS

October 14, 2026

Hurricane Isaias delivered some remarkable surprises along the Florida Panhandle — and Dr. Hurricane Hal Needham was there to witness them.On this episode of Hurricane Center Plus, Hal takes us inside the storm, sharing firsthand observations from Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, and Pensacola.What he discovered raises important questions about hurricane forecasting, public preparedness, and the way we communicate dangerous weather.In this episode:Why some coastal residents continued their...

Isaias Changes the Conversation: Ryan Truchelut on the Gulf Threat & AI Forecasting

October 07, 2026

After an extraordinarily quiet Atlantic hurricane season, the Gulf Coast suddenly has a hurricane threat to deal with.WeatherTiger co-founder and chief meteorologist Dr. Ryan Truchelut joins HurricaneCenter as Tropical Storm Isaias organizes over the Gulf of Mexico and forecasters assess the potential for hurricane conditions, flooding rain, storm surge, severe weather and impacts extending well away from the eventual landfall point.Ryan explains why people shouldn't focus solely on the ...

1926: The Hurricane Season That Changed Miami

September 30, 2026

One hundred years ago, South Florida faced a hurricane season that would change Miami forever.Historian and author Mike Bilder joins HurricaneCenter to take us inside the extraordinary 1926 hurricane season — a season with fewer storms than today's average, but tremendous impact.At the center of the story is the Great Miami Hurricane of 1926.There was no satellite. No radar. No computer guidance. Information traveled by ship reports, telegraph, newspapers and hurricane warning flags. By ...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with HURRICANE CENTER?

HURRICANE CENTER is hosted by Alex Garcia and Bill Read. Its publicly listed email is alex@wxguide.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for HURRICANE CENTER?

The publicly listed email for HURRICANE CENTER: alex@wxguide.com.

How many listeners does HURRICANE CENTER have?

Podseeker estimates HURRICANE CENTER reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for HURRICANE CENTER?

HURRICANE CENTER typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Established expertise or substantial practical experience in meteorology, hurricane impacts, disaster preparedness, history, storm documentation, or building resilience; relevant leadership, research, or authorship can strengthen a pitch. Common among recent guests: Leadership of a relevant organization or weather business; Specialized professional or research experience; Authorship or extensive field experience. Recent guests include Ryan Truchelut, Mike Bilder, and Warren Faidley.

How hard is it to get booked on HURRICANE CENTER?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does HURRICANE CENTER cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Meteorology, Hurricanes, Disaster Preparedness, and Weather Forecasting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

alex@wxguide.com

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