The Watch Office
Florida is a national leader in emergency management—and now, we're bringing the conversation to you. This podcast goes beyond hurricanes and hazard plans to explore the people, innovation, and expertise that make the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) a model for the nation.
Each episode dives into a key aspect of preparedness, response, and recovery, with guest speakers from across a wide range of professions—showing that emergency management is more than a single job title. Whether you're a student, a job-seeker, or a seasoned professional, you'll gain fresh insights, discover new career paths, and hear stories that shape Florida’s approach to resilience.
Tune in to learn, connect, and be part of the future of emergency management in Florida.
Episodes
8 episodes
Ep. 08 - Keeping Response Moving: A Deep Dive into Emergency Management Logistics
In emergency management, success depends on more than just boots on the ground—it requires the seamless coordination of people, resources, and information.In Episode 09 of The Watch Office, we take a closer look at the critical ...
Ep. 07 - The Force Behind Florida’s Top-Tier Disaster Response: Major General John Haas
In this episode we highlight the critical role of the Florida National Guard (FLNG) in disaster response across the state. From supporting communities in the aftermath of storms to integrating seamlessly with emergency management partners, the ...
Ep. 06 - Leading with Excellence: Florida's Training for Emergency Management Symposium 2026
In this episode, we spotlight the BIGGEST event in emergency management training—Florida’s Training for Emergency Management (FTEM) Symposium! At FTEM, emergency managers, partners and public safety professionals come together to strengthen ski...
Ep. 05 - From Planning to Performance: Training Florida’s Emergency Managers
Long before a disaster strikes, the work is already underway. This episode explores how training and exercises help Florida’s emergency management community stay ready for real-world response.
Ep. 04 - How Meteorology Drives Emergency Management
In this episode, we sit down with the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s State Meteorology Team to discuss how science, technology, and forecasting come together to support emergency operations across the state. From tracking developing...
Ep. 03 - Building the Next Generation of Emergency Management with Dr. Claire Knox
In Episode 3 of The Watch Office Podcast, Executive Director Kevin Guthrie sits down with Dr. Claire Knox from the University of Central Florida to discuss the launch of the FTEM Student Investment Program. Kicking off this week with i...
Ep. 02 - Finding Your Path in the Field of Emergency Management with Ian-Paul Gadea-Guidicelli
In this episode of The Watch Office, we sit down with Florida State Emergency Response Team Chief Ian-Paul Gadea-Guidicelli to explore how to chart a career in emergency management. From discovering his own path in the field to navigat...
EP. 01 - Weather Messaging in the Digital Age with Mike Boylan
In this episode, we dive into the world of digital weather communication with none other than Mike from Mike’s Weather Page. From viral graphics to the power (and pitfalls) of spaghetti models, we explore how weather messaging has evolved—and h...