Episodes 85
Avg. Duration 1h 1m
Activity Dormant
Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Feb 2025

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Weekly
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Join Steven Kuhr for an engaging and informative podcast, 5 Minutes to Chaos. This podcast is designed for Emergency Managers and Crisis Leaders who navigate the dynamic, threat-rich landscape of today's world. Unlike other podcasts, 5 Minutes to Chaos features unscripted, unrehearsed discussions that provide valuable insights into major emergencies and critical incidents. With a focus on real-world experiences, this podcast promotes learning by examining the challenges faced by incident leadership and the solutions they derived. Tune in for a unique perspective on crisis management.

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S4E80 Episode 81 - Emergency Manager Tom Sivak Discusses and People First Approach to Crisis and Consequence Management

Feb 27, 2025 1h 3m

SummaryIn this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr and Tom Sivak discuss the intricacies of crisis management, emphasizing the importance of people, relationships, and adaptability in…

S4E80 Episode 80 - Recorded the Day After the American Airlines Flight 5342, Senior Emergency Managers Kelly McKinney and Tom Serio Discuss Public and Private Sector Emergency Management Imperatives

Feb 20, 2025 1h 3m

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr discusses the evolving landscape of crisis management in 2025 with emergency management experts Kelly McKinney and Tom Serio. They…

S4E77 Episode 79 - Emergency Manager Arthur Simental Discusses the History of Emergency Management

Feb 13, 2025 1h 5m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Arthur J. Simental, M.S., CEM, discussing his extensive career in emergency management and the historical evolution of the…

S4E78 Episode 78 - New Zealand Emergency Manager Brenden Winder Discusses Crisis Management Through the Lens of An Earthquake Response and Recovery

Feb 06, 2025 48m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Brendan Winder, head of emergency management for Christchurch, New Zealand. They discuss Brendan's journey in emergency…

S4E77 Episode 77 - Adam Eckstein Takes Us Into The Fascinating World of the Recovery and Restoration Industry

Jan 30, 2025 1h 2m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Adam Eckstein discuss the critical intersection of crisis management and the restoration industry. They explore the evolution of…

S4E76 Episode 76 - NYC Firefighter Yaniv Amar Discusses His Fascinating Career and His Experiences Deploying to Support Israeli Fire Services

Jan 23, 2025 52m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Yaniv Amar, a New York City firefighter and former Marine, about his journey through emergency services and his recent…

S4E75 Episode 75 - Michelle Newcome on Private Sector Crisis Management and Resilience

Jan 16, 2025 58m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Michelle Newcomb, an expert in crisis management and organizational resilience. Michelle shares her unique journey into…

S4E74 Episode 74 - Crisis Journalist Anne Woolsey McCarton Discusses Her Extensive Press Career and Incident Based Crisis Communications

Jan 09, 2025 1h 8m

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages in a deep conversation with journalist Anne Woolsey McCartan about the intersection of crisis management and journalism.…

S3E73 Episode 73 - Chief Brent Bloomfield Discusses the Complexities of Fire Rescue and Emergency Management in West Palm Beach, Florida

Dec 19, 2024 1h 6m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr speaks with Brent Bloomfield, the Assistant Chief and Director of Emergency Management for the West Palm Beach City Fire Department.…

S3E72 Episode 72 - Chief Bill Van Helden Brings a Broad Discussion on Crisis Management, Several Major Hurricane Responses, and His Overall Incident Management Philosophies

Dec 12, 2024 1h 6m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr interviews Chief Bill Van Helden, who shares his extensive experience in emergency management and crisis leadership. The conversation…

S3E71 Episode 71 - Dr. Yasmine Ali, Author of "Walk Through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America" Discusses the 1978 Tennessee Railroad Disaster

Dec 06, 2024 52m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr interviews Dr. Yasmin Ali about her book detailing the Waverly train disaster of 1978. The conversation explores the chaotic…

S3E70 Episode 70 - COAD Leader Liz Treston Takes Us Into The World of COADs/VOADs and Her Coastal Hurricane Experience

Nov 28, 2024 1h

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steven Kuhr engages with Liz Treston, an expert in community-based emergency management, to discuss the critical aspects of crisis management,…

S3E69 Episode 69 - Senior Security Leader Richard Pepe Discusses NYPD Traffic Incident Management and Private Sector Crisis Management

Nov 21, 2024 1h 6m

Summary In this episode of '5 Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages with Rich Pepe, a seasoned crisis management professional with extensive experience in law enforcement, emergency services,…

S3E68 Episode 68 - Senior Emergency Manager Peter LaPorte Discusses The Complexities of Urban Area Emergency Management

Nov 14, 2024 1h 13m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Peter LaPorte discuss the intricacies of crisis management and emergency response, drawing from their extensive careers in the field.…

S3E67 Episode 67 - Senior Emergency Manager Linda Reissman Discusses Her Personal Experience as a Survivor and Community Responder in Response to the Hurricane Helene Disaster in North Carolina

Nov 07, 2024 1h 6m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, Steven Kuhr and Linda Reissman discuss the challenges and experiences faced during the recent Hurricane Helene disaster in North Carolina. Linda…

S3E66 Episode 66 - Senior Business Continuity Manager Kit Lee-Demery Discusses Her Unique Emergency Management Journey, Crisis Management and Continuity for a Global Law Firm, and Hurricane Milton Response

Oct 31, 2024 1h 6m

Summary In this episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', Steven Kuhr interviews Kit Lee-Demery, an experienced emergency manager, who shares her journey through various roles in crisis management. They…

S3E65 Episode 65 - FDNY Chief John Peruggia Discusses His Extensive EMS Leadership Career and His Powerful 9/11 Experience

Oct 24, 2024 1h 12m

Summary In this powerful episode of 'Five Minutes to Chaos', host Steven Kuhr engages in a deep conversation with John Peruggia, a veteran of the New York City Emergency Medical Services and Fire…

S3E64 Episode 64 - Senior Emergency Manager Frank McCarton Discusses His Diverse Career and Crisis Leadership Philosophies

Oct 17, 2024 1h 7m

Summary In this episode of Five Minutes to Chaos, host Steve Kuhr engages with Frank McCart0n, a seasoned emergency management leader with extensive experience in both New York City and California.…

S3E62 Episode 63 - Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi Discusses Crisis Management and Business Continuity for the Nation's Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor

Oct 10, 2024 52m

Summary Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi shares his experience in crisis management as the global director of crisis management and business continuity for a large wine and spirits distributor. He…

S3E62 Episode 62 - Host Steven Kuhr Reflects on His 9-11 Role and Experience

Sep 11, 2024 24m

Summary In this episode, Steve Kuhr reflects on his experience during the September 11, 2001 terror attacks and shares his thoughts on crisis management and communication. He discusses his journey…

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