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In this Quickbits, host Tim Conrad shares a whirlwind behind‑the‑scenes look at a record‑breaking month for the Wildfires, Floods and Chaos Communications Podcast. Tim reflects on producing three episodes in a single day, crossing 1,600 minutes of total content since the show began, and navigating a growing slate of video‑forward episodes now in post‑production.

He previews upcoming conversations with crisis communicators, emergency responders, and community leaders — including Paula Danyluk‑MacDonald’s powerful story from the 2008 Nova Scotia wildfire and an upcoming interview with Paul McCarthy of T’exelcemc / Sugarcane and 150 Mile Fire Department.

Tim also recounts capturing rare fixed‑wing wildfire attack footage from Kamloops using a World Cup‑grade broadcast lens, celebrates the podcast’s expanding global audience, and invites new guests, researchers, and storytellers to join future episodes.

This Quickbits is a snapshot of momentum, growth, and the unpredictable wildfire season unfolding across British Columbia.

00:00 – Opening & Three‑Episode Production Day Tim kicks off with a look at recording three episodes in one day and previews topics including emergency support services and disability‑focused emergency response.

01:10 – A Record‑Breaking Year of Content Reflecting on surpassing 1,600 minutes (27 hours) of podcast and video content since launch.

02:00 – More Episodes in Post‑Production Than Ever Tim shares the current backlog and invites crisis communicators, emergency responders, and researchers to reach out as potential guests.

03:00 – Audience Growth Across the Continent and Beyond Celebrating new listeners from communities and countries around the world.

03:40 – Looking Back: Seasons 1–3 A recap of early episodes, production evolution, and key guests including Brie Thorsteinson‑Ogle, Steph Masun, Dorit Mason, Doug Levy, Shawna Bruce, and Moose Mutlow.

05:00 – Transition to Full Production Leadership Tim reflects on becoming the primary producer and the learning curve of podcasting.

05:40 – Video‑Forward Episodes & Paula Danyluk‑MacDonald Preview Highlighting recent video episodes and the upcoming release of Paula’s 2008 Nova Scotia wildfire story.

06:40 – Capturing Fixed‑Wing Firefighting Footage in Kamloops Tim recounts filming aircraft attacking a 20‑hectare wildfire using a broadcast‑grade telephoto lens. See the video here.

08:00 – Upcoming Guest: Paul McCarthy A preview of wildfire conditions experienced by the emergency program coordinator and fire chief from Williams Lake First Nation and 150 Mile Fire Department.

08:40 – Tim’s Appearance on Dark Poutine Discussing the fifth anniversary of the Lytton fire and broader emergency preparedness.

09:10 – Closing Message Tim signs off with gratitude and a reminder to connect via communicationspodcast.com

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