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Neal on Fire is a podcast dedicated to in-depth conversations with the leaders and innovators shaping the future of wildfire technology and management. From cutting-edge detection systems and satellite intelligence to field response and prevention strategies, each episode uncovers the insights driving meaningful progress. Through these discussions, we explore how technology, expertise, and collaboration come together to build smarter, faster, and safer wildfire solutions.
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S3E2 How Satellites, AI, and Space Technology Are Transforming Wildfire Detection | Lt. Gen. Larry James
In this episode of Neal on Fire, Neal Spungen is joined by retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Larry James, former executive at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and Strategic Advisor to…
S3E1 How RoGo's Satellite Tech Saves Firefighters Lives ft. RoGO Communications
Most wildland firefighters operate with outdated tech paper maps, compasses, and radios leading to dangerous guesswork during critical moments. What if there was a simple device that could transform…
S2E10 Predicting Fire: The Science Behind Wildfire Models ft. Alexandra Syphard
What is wildfire modeling and how does it help predict wildfire risk?In this episode of Neal on Fire, Dr. Alexandra Syphard (Conservation Biology Institute, Global Wildfire Collective) breaks down…
S2E7 Revolutionizing Wildfire Response with RainStream ft. Wildfire Innovations
In this episode of Neal on Fire, host Neal Spungen speaks with Don Hallett, Founder & President of Wildfire Innovations and inventor of RainStream a mobile, elevated misting system that can…
S2E9 The Future of Power Grid Resilience ft. Grid IQ
In this episode of Neal on Fire, Neal Spungen talks with Aren Page, founder of GridIQ, about building a “nervous system” for the power grid to detect faults before they cause wildfires.They discuss…
S2E8 The Power of Open Source in early wildfire detection ft. Pyronear
In this episode of Neal on Fire, host Neal Spungen talks with Félix Veith, co-founder of Pyronear a nonprofit using open-source AI and low-cost cameras to detect wildfires early.They discuss how…
S2E6 Underground Innovations: Soil Sensors in Wildfire Detection ft. Rhea Rawat
Most wildfire detection systems rely on above-ground sensors that can fail in extreme conditions or produce false alarms. In this episode, high school researcher Rhea Rawat explores a new approach to…
S2E5 Water-Saving Solutions for Wildfire Suppression ft. HoZe Solutions
Discover how HoZe Solutions is revolutionizing wildfire suppression with an unmanned firefighting system that conserves up to 75% less water than traditional methods.In this episode, CEO Martin…
S2E4 Predicting Flames: The Future of Wildfire Risk ft. Firescape.ai
In this episode of "Neal on Fire," host Neal Spungen delves into the future of wildfire detection and response with Holly Eagleston, CEO of Firescape.ai. Discover how Firescape is transforming…
S2E3 AI and Wildfires: A New Era of Prevention ft. DeepFire
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the future of wildfire detection with Dr. Supratik Mukhopadhyay. Discover how AI, satellite data, and environmental datasets are revolutionizing…
S2E2 The Future of Fire Detection ft. Opal AI
Join host Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the future of wildfire detection and response with Dr. Ryan Alimo, founder and CEO of Opal AI. Discover how Opal AI is revolutionizing the…
S2E1 Revolutionizing Wildfire Response with Technology ft. Mejor Technologies
Join us on "Neal on Fire" as we explore the future of wildfire detection, mitigation, and response. In this episode, Melvin Sieben, CEO of Mejor Technologies, discusses innovative tools like Criss…
S1E3 Connecting the Unreachable: IoT in Wildfire Management ft. SenArch
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the world of wildfire and climate technology with Paul Schwartz, co-founder and CEO of SenArch. Discover how SenArch is revolutionizing off-grid…
S1E2 Beyond Sight: Using Infrasound to Track Wildfires ft. Madeline Hunt
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the innovative world of wildfire monitoring with Madeline Hunt, a PhD student and researcher at Boise State University. Discover how infrasound,…
S1E1 The Power of Thermal Imaging ft. MoviTHERM
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the world of thermal imaging with Markus Tarin, CEO of MoviTHERM. Discover how MoviTHERM is revolutionizing fire detection across industries with…
S1E8 The Dynamics of Pyroconvective Wildfires ft. Theodore Giannaros
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the world of fire weather with Theodore Giannaros, a leading researcher from the Weather National Observatory of Athens. Discover the intricate…
S1E6 Turning Homes Into Fortresses Against Wildfire ft. FyreShield Solutions
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the world of wildfire prevention and defense with Gregory Klund from FyreShield Solutions. Discover how their innovative automated wildfire…
S1E10 Innovating Wildfire Response: A New Era in Aerial Surveillance ft. Solaris Suborbital
Join host Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the future of wildfire detection and climate monitoring with Daniel Doulton, CEO of Solaris Suborbital. Discover how innovative suborbital…
S1E9 Drones in Action: The Future of Firefighting ft. Georgios Tzoumas
Join host Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he delves into the cutting-edge world of wildfire detection with Dr. Georgios Zoumas. Discover how swarm intelligence and innovative algorithms are…
S1E7 Four Legged Wildfire Prevention ft. Ohana Goats
Join Neal Spungen on "Neal on Fire" as he explores innovative solutions to wildfire challenges. In this episode, Neal talks with J.K. Kinsey, founder of Ohana Goats, about using goats for sustainable…
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Neal on Fire has published 22 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Technology.
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