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Disaster Zone
Hosted by The Readiness Lab · news · EN
About this Podcast:
Disaster Zone is hosted by Eric Holdeman , an emergency manager with over 30 years of experience at the federal, state and local levels of government. Disaster Zone is a podcast that focuses on all facets of disasters; the before, during and after of events that are increasingly impacting communities around the world. Podcasts run between 35-45 minutes with a mix of guests covering a range of disasters and issues that flow from them. Story topics and suggestions for people to interview are welcomed. You can contact the host via email.
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What is Disaster Zone about?
Disaster Zone is hosted by Eric Holdeman, an emergency manager with over 30 years of experience at the federal, state and local levels of government. Disaster Zone is a podcast that focuses on all facets of disasters; the before, during and after of events that are increasingly impacting communities around the world.
Who hosts Disaster Zone?
Disaster Zone is hosted by The Readiness Lab. The show has published 253 episodes to date.
What has Disaster Zone covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Moving Beyond Voice for Situational Awareness_mixdown" (28 August 2026, 67 minutes), "Rebuilding Safer: A Guide to State and Local Adaptation" (11 August 2026, 62 minutes), and "World Cup Security Challenges" (20 July 2026, 46 minutes).
How often does Disaster Zone publish?
Disaster Zone publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 58 minutes across 253 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Disaster Zone?
Booking probability for Disaster Zone is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Disaster Zone requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Disaster Zone's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Disaster Zone?
The strongest fits for Disaster Zone are Courts, Police & Public Safety. Disaster Zone has a news audience.
About the host
The Readiness Lab hosts Disaster Zone, a news podcast with 253 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Aug 11, 20261h 2mS6
In this podcast we review the highlights from a New Natural Resources Defense Council report, Rebuilding Safer: A Guide to State and Local Adaptation The podcast guest is Dakota Fisher a Senior Advocate, Adaptation...
Episode #21
World Cup Security Challenges
Jul 20, 202646 minS6The World Cup has presented some unique challenges for a multitude of agencies and jurisdictions spread over three nations. Security is a paramount consideration for hosting these games. In this podcast we discuss the...
Episode #20
Know Your Route for Disasters
Jul 9, 202656 minS6Chris Stewart is the President and Co-founder of IntelliMass Technologies Inc ., a road- intelligence company based in British Columbia. A strategic and ethically-centered business leader, Chris has spent his career...
Episode #19
Trust Factor During Disasters
Jun 25, 20261h 18mS6Trust is a basic ingredient in every relationship. This applies to individuals, marriages, business partners, nations and the relationship of governments to individuals. Trust is the topic we are going to explore today...
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- Jun 10, 202652 minS6
Flooding continues to be the number on hazard when it comes to disasters. Knowing what area is subject to flooding before a flood, the extent of what that flood impact might be, and then knowing the status of an ongoing...
- May 28, 20261 hourS6
With every disaster there are legal considerations that come to the fore. In this podcast we explore the experience of one litigator advising FEMA Incident Management Teams (IMAT) and also dealing with damages and...
- May 15, 202655 minS6
Wildfires have become one of the more common natural hazard disasters that can impact people where they live and work. In this podcast we learn about general Firewise solutions to protect homes and then a line of cost...
Episode #13
Nonprofit Fundraising
May 7, 20261 hourS6If you are a nonprofit organization, it means that your goal is to not make money, but provide some form of service or product. The challenge is always how to do that without a steam of money to fund your activities...
Episode #12
The Impact of Leading with Fear
Apr 24, 202658 minS6There are different types of leadership styles. One common on that still persists is using fear as a motivator for people and organizations. We will be exploring the impacts of using fear in the workplace. The podcast...
Episode #12
Annie Mack Vest OK Emergency Management
Apr 15, 20261 hourS6Every state has an emergency management program. It is a reflection of the hazards a state might experience and the allocation of resources by government to those risks. In this podcast we learn more about the Oklahoma...
Episode #11
Project Hope Responds
Apr 2, 20261h 1mS6This podcast focuses primarily on aspects of disasters that impact operations here in the United States. In this particular podcast we will cast a bigger view at the international operations of one particular NGO...
Episode #10
Performance Reviews for Dummies
Mar 25, 202648 minS6If you are a leader, manager, or supervisor, it is likely that you are required and responsible for the completion of performance appraisals for your direct reports. I (Eric) must admit that completing appraisals, be...
Episode #9
Countering Drones in the United States
Mar 13, 20261h 2mS6The use of drones for public safety is expanding widely. Unfortunately, the opposite is also true. Drones can be used for many nefarious purposes. In Ukraine they are being weaponized for war. Drug smugglers are also...
- Mar 5, 202652 minS6
Healthcare is an industry that provides critical services to our communities. It is vital that they are prepared to do that under less-than-ideal conditions—such as when a disaster strikes. In this podcast we explore...
Episode #7
Reforming or Deforming FEMA
Feb 20, 20261h 3mS6There has been a tremendous amount of change brought initiated by the Trump Administration throughout the federal government. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is one small part of the changes that have...
Episode #6
The National Guard's Role in Disasters
Feb 11, 202652 minS6The National Guard can be found in every state. They play a unique role in being both a federal and state government asset. In this podcast you will learn about the role of the National Guard in our national defense and...
Episode #5
Floodplain Management
Feb 5, 202647 minS6Flooding is the most common hazard we have in the United States. There are many different types of flooding that can occur. Today we’ll be talking with a local flood plain manager about how he and his jurisdiction...
- Jan 28, 20261h 7mS6
2025 has been a year of turmoil when it comes to emergency management. In this podcast we will be discussing how the future of emergency management will be shaped from one of the leaders in the profession. Bryan Koon is...
- Jan 22, 202650 minS6
As we look to the future, we need to find new ways of providing financial relief when accidents and disasters damage or destroy private and public property. This podcast looks at the parametric insurance model. Might it...
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