Guest: Dr. Bruce Albrecht, University of Miami

Most of us look at the sky every day but let’s be honest, we usually only glance up long enough to decide if we need an umbrella. But what if your phone could actually help you notice the atmosphere again? Not doomscrolling… cloud-scrolling! Today we’re joined by Dr. Bruce Albrecht, the mind behind SeeMyClouds — the app that’s turning sky-gazing into a social, creative, totally addictive hobby. Whether you’re a cirrus superfan, a cumulus connoisseur, or someone who just likes a good sunset photo, Bruce is here to talk about why clouds deserve their moment…and how his app is bringing weather geeks and casual sky-watchers together one snapshot at a time.

Chapters

1. 00:00 Introduction to Cloud Appreciation
2. 02:56 Bruce Albrecht's Journey in Meteorology
3. 05:50 The Science of Cloud Microphysics
4. 09:06 Exploring Cloud Radar Technology
5. 11:17 Break 1
6. 11:49 Inspiration Behind See My Clouds App
7. 15:02 The Role of Social Media in Cloud Appreciation
8. 18:00 Features and Functionality of See My Clouds
9. 20:10 Break 2
10. 21:08 Potential for Scientific Research
11. 24:03 Understanding Cloud Seeding
12. 26:55 Final Thoughts on Cloud Enthusiasm

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Guest: Paul Goodloe, Weather Channel Meteorologist

Winter is officially in the rearview mirror and while some parts of the country were digging out from snow and ice, others were wondering if winter ever showed up at all! So today, we’re doing something a little different. We’re sitting down with a familiar face from The Weather Channel, meteorologist Paul Goodloe, to look back at the season that was. From headline-making storms like Winter Storms Fern and Hernando, to the surprisingly quiet winter across much of the Western United States, there’s plenty to unpack. So grab a warm drink — or maybe start thinking about putting the snow shovel away — as we recap the biggest winter weather moments of the season.

Chapters

• 00:00 Winter Weather Overview
• 10:55 Paul Goodlow's Journey to Meteorology
• 13:39 Characterizing the Winter of 2025-2026
• 19:44 Break 1
• 19:46 Winter Storm Fern: A Deep Dive
• 31:19 Break 2
• 31:21 Winter Storm Hernando: The Big Nor'easter
• 32:16 Hurricane Forecasting and Model Accuracy
• 34:53 The Impact of AI in Weather Forecasting
• 35:08 Experiencing Winter Storm Hernando
• 39:25 Blizzard Conditions and Snow Accumulation
• 41:48 Comparing Winter Storms: Fern vs. Hernando
• 46:07 Public Response to Weather Forecasts
• 48:15 The Western Winter: A Lack of Snow
• 54:23 Avalanche Risks and Climate Change
• 58:24 Wildfire Threats Due to Low Snowpack
• 01:00:02 Looking Ahead: Weather Patterns and Droughts

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Guest: Lt. Col. Andrew Gay

Forecasts don’t just matter for farmers, travelers, or weekend plans — they can influence decisions that ripple across the globe. Few people know that better than Major Andrew Gay, who has served as a meteorologist in the U.S. Air Force, at the White House, and at the Pentagon. In those roles, weather wasn’t simply data — it was mission-critical information that could impact safety, security, and strategy at the highest levels. Today, we’ll hear how his career has bridged science and service, and what it takes to forecast when the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Chapters

1. 00:00 The Importance of Weather Forecasting
2. 02:51 Andrew Gay's Journey to Meteorology
3. 05:56 Career Path in the Air Force
4. 08:53 Supporting Military Operations
5. 11:44 Weather Forecasting at the White House
6. 12:30 Break 1
7. 14:44 Current Role and Responsibilities
8. 17:55 Challenges in Weather Forecasting
9. 21:52 Emerging Technologies in Meteorology
10. 22:26 Break 2
11. 25:06 Effective Science Communication
12. 29:50 Advice for Aspiring Meteorologists

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