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5 Minutes to Chaos

Hosted by Steven Kuhr · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 85 episodes

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85
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61m
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About this podcast

Join Steven Kuhr for an engaging and informative podcast, 5 Minutes to Chaos. This podcast is designed for Emergency Managers and Crisis Leaders who navigate the dynamic, threat-rich landscape of today's world. Unlike other podcasts, 5 Minutes to Chaos features unscripted, unrehearsed discussions that provide valuable insights into major emergencies and critical incidents. With a focus on real-world experiences, this podcast promotes learning by examining the challenges faced by incident leadership and the solutions they derived. Tune in for a unique perspective on crisis management.

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Steven Kuhr hosts 5 Minutes to Chaos, a business show with 85 episodes published.

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Episode 81 - Emergency Manager Tom Sivak Discusses and People First Approach to Crisis and Consequence Management

Feb 27, 20251h 3mEp. 80S4

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr and Tom Sivak discuss the intricacies of crisis management, emphasizing the importance of people, relationships, and adaptability in emergency situations. T

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Episode 80 - Recorded the Day After the American Airlines Flight 5342, Senior Emergency Managers Kelly McKinney and Tom Serio Discuss Public and Private Sector Emergency Management Imperatives

Feb 20, 20251h 3mEp. 80S4

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr discusses the evolving landscape of crisis management in 2025 with emergency management experts Kelly McKinney and Tom Serio. They share personal experience

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Episode 79 - Emergency Manager Arthur Simental Discusses the History of Emergency Management

Feb 13, 20251h 5mEp. 77S4

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Arthur J. Simental, M.S., CEM, discussing his extensive career in emergency management and the historical evolution of the field. They explore the

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Episode 78 - New Zealand Emergency Manager Brenden Winder Discusses Crisis Management Through the Lens of An Earthquake Response and Recovery

Feb 6, 202548mEp. 78S4

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Brendan Winder, head of emergency management for Christchurch, New Zealand. They discuss Brendan's journey in emergency management, the unique risk

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Episode 77 - Adam Eckstein Takes Us Into The Fascinating World of the Recovery and Restoration Industry

Jan 30, 20251h 2mEp. 77S4

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Adam Eckstein discuss the critical intersection of crisis management and the restoration industry. They explore the evolution of satellite communication,

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Episode 76 - NYC Firefighter Yaniv Amar Discusses His Fascinating Career and His Experiences Deploying to Support Israeli Fire Services

Jan 23, 202552mEp. 76S4

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Yaniv Amar, a New York City firefighter and former Marine, about his journey through emergency services and his recent deployments to Israel

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Episode 75 - Michelle Newcome on Private Sector Crisis Management and Resilience

Jan 16, 202558mEp. 75S4

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Michelle Newcomb, an expert in crisis management and organizational resilience. Michelle shares her unique journey into the field, stemming f

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Episode 74 - Crisis Journalist Anne Woolsey McCarton Discusses Her Extensive Press Career and Incident Based Crisis Communications

Jan 9, 20251h 8mEp. 74S4

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages in a deep conversation with journalist Anne Woolsey McCartan about the intersection of crisis management and journalism. They explore the impor

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Episode 73 - Chief Brent Bloomfield Discusses the Complexities of Fire Rescue and Emergency Management in West Palm Beach, Florida

Dec 19, 20241h 6mEp. 73S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Brent Bloomfield, the Assistant Chief and Director of Emergency Management for the West Palm Beach City Fire Department. They discuss Brent's

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Episode 72 - Chief Bill Van Helden Brings a Broad Discussion on Crisis Management, Several Major Hurricane Responses, and His Overall Incident Management Philosophies

Dec 12, 20241h 6mEp. 72S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Chief Bill Van Helden, who shares his extensive experience in emergency management and crisis leadership. The conversation covers Bill's career jou

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Episode 71 - Dr. Yasmine Ali, Author of "Walk Through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America" Discusses the 1978 Tennessee Railroad Disaster

Dec 6, 202452mEp. 71S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr interviews Dr. Yasmin Ali about her book detailing the Waverly train disaster of 1978. The conversation explores the chaotic emergency management landsca

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Episode 70 - COAD Leader Liz Treston Takes Us Into The World of COADs/VOADs and Her Coastal Hurricane Experience

Nov 28, 20241h 0mEp. 70S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr engages with Liz Treston, an expert in community-based emergency management, to discuss the critical aspects of crisis management, particularly in the wa

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Episode 69 - Senior Security Leader Richard Pepe Discusses NYPD Traffic Incident Management and Private Sector Crisis Management

Nov 21, 20241h 6mEp. 69S3

Summary In this episode of '5 Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages with Rich Pepe, a seasoned crisis management professional with extensive experience in law enforcement, emergency services, and corporate security

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Episode 68 - Senior Emergency Manager Peter LaPorte Discusses The Complexities of Urban Area Emergency Management

Nov 14, 20241h 13mEp. 68S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Peter LaPorte discuss the intricacies of crisis management and emergency response, drawing from their extensive careers in the field. They explore the evo

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Episode 67 - Senior Emergency Manager Linda Reissman Discusses Her Personal Experience as a Survivor and Community Responder in Response to the Hurricane Helene Disaster in North Carolina

Nov 7, 20241h 6mEp. 67S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Linda Reissman discuss the challenges and experiences faced during the recent Hurricane Helene disaster in North Carolina. Linda shares her extensive back

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Episode 66 - Senior Business Continuity Manager Kit Lee-Demery Discusses Her Unique Emergency Management Journey, Crisis Management and Continuity for a Global Law Firm, and Hurricane Milton Response

Oct 31, 20241h 6mEp. 66S3

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr interviews Kit Lee-Demery, an experienced emergency manager, who shares her journey through various roles in crisis management. They discuss the importance

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Episode 65 - FDNY Chief John Peruggia Discusses His Extensive EMS Leadership Career and His Powerful 9/11 Experience

Oct 24, 20241h 12mEp. 65S3

Summary In this powerful episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages in a deep conversation with John Peruggia, a veteran of the New York City Emergency Medical Services and Fire Department. They discuss

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Episode 64 - Senior Emergency Manager Frank McCarton Discusses His Diverse Career and Crisis Leadership Philosophies

Oct 17, 20241h 7mEp. 64S3

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steve Kuhr engages with Frank McCart0n, a seasoned emergency management leader with extensive experience in both New York City and California. They discuss Frank's j

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Episode 63 - Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi Discusses Crisis Management and Business Continuity for the Nation's Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor

Oct 10, 202452mEp. 62S3

Summary Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi shares his experience in crisis management as the global director of crisis management and business continuity for a large wine and spirits distributor. He emphasizes the importa

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Episode 62 - Host Steven Kuhr Reflects on His 9-11 Role and Experience

Sep 11, 202424mEp. 62S3

Summary In this episode, Steve Kuhr reflects on his experience during the September 11, 2001 terror attacks and shares his thoughts on crisis management and communication. He discusses his journey from being in Orlando,

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5 Minutes to Chaos is hosted by Steven Kuhr. The show is categorised under business (management) and has published 85 episodes.

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5 Minutes to Chaos has published 85 episodes.

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