The Response Force Multiplier
Welcome to The Response Force Multiplier, the OSRL Podcast. On The Response Force Multiplier, we explore all aspects of emergency planning and response, through conversations with compelling experts and thought leaders, providing a fresh take on key issues and cutting-edge techniques in this field. In each episode, we’ll dive into one aspect of emergency planning and response using OSRL’s unique pool of experts and collaborators to gain new insights and to distil these down into actionable tools and techniques for better preparedness and response to crisis incidents and emergencies.
Emergency Response, Crisis Management, Emergency Planning
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Episodes
12 episodes
AI, Creativity, and Crisis Readiness — with Ines Costa
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we train for emergencies — from the way we design crisis exercises to how we think about communication, collaboration, and creativity under pressure.In this episode, OSRL’s Ines Costa joins...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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59:59
Transforming Wildlife Response: The global impact of an unlikely alliance
In this episode we continue our journey with oiled wildlife preparedness and response. In particular we look at the important role of Sea Alarm, a non-governmental organization founded 25 years ago to advance wildlife response preparedness. In ...
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56:31
Advancing Emergency Response: Lessons from Travis Hansen and Art Powers
This episode explores the complexities of emergency planning and response, focusing on the personal journeys of professionals in the field, strategies for effective training, and the critical role of technology and collaboration in enhancing pr...
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51:50
Beyond Bird Washing: A Deeper Look at Wildlife Emergency Response
In this episode we explore some of the challenges in responding to wildlife emergencies. Our guest is Dr. Michael Ziccardi, a wildlife veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in oil wildlife preparedness and response. Dr. Ziccardi has bee...
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57:27
Crisis Management in Action: Lessons from Rob Bly's Journey
What happens when a seasoned crisis management specialist like Rob steps into the room? You're about to find out as we unravel his journey through the world of emergency response. Join us as Rob recounts his career, from honing his technical sk...
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34:24
Mindset Matters: From Red to Blue, Conversation with Martin Fairn from Gazing Performance
In this episode of The Response Force Multiplier, host Emma Smillie dives deep into the power of mindset in high-pressure situations. Joined by Martin Fairn from Gazing Performance, they explore the "Red to Blue" methodology—a practical f...
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35:33
Navigating Uncertainty: Lessons Learned and Strategies for 2024
In this episode of the Response Force Multiplier podcast, host Emma Smillie, OSRL Incident and Crisis Management Lead Dave Rouse, and performance under pressure specialists Andy Couch, and Dean Wasche reflect on critical crisis management lesso...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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44:11
Crisis Leadership: Making Decisions in Complex Situations
In our latest episode, we delve deep into the world of crisis leadership and the complex context it operates within. Our guest Dean Wasche, Global Learning and Development Manager at Oil Spill Response, offers valuable insights and definitions ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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58:01
Navigating the AI Revolution in Emergency Management: Insights from Liam Harrington-Missin
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its impact on emergency management. Join us as Liam Harrington-Missin, Head of Data Technology and Innovation, sheds light on the profound cha...
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41:33
Turning pressure into performance: How our inner game affects our outer game when responding to a crisis
In this episode, we join OSRL's performance coach, Andy Couch, as we uncover the training methods employed by the emergency response industry to excel under pressure. We examine the impact of immense pressure on individuals and organisations, u...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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37:18
Crisis Exercises: Are You Wasting Your Time and Money? A Blueprint for Better Exercises
Hundreds of thousands of hours and millions of Euros are spent each year planning, executing and debriefing crisis exercises.The return on this significant investment is rarely fully and honestly appraised. If it were, organisations woul...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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37:48