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Credits

Ari Sarsalari
Kait Parker
Domenica Davis
Linda Lam
Niki Budnick
Jim Robinson
Jan Childs

How The Weather Channel Was Born

It was an idea that began on a napkin, 35 years ago. Meteorologist Ari Sarsalari catches up with one of the founders of The Weather Channel, Tom Moore. The two take a trip down memory lane and compare weather forecasting then and now.
Find out why Tom Moore had papercuts on his thumbs when severe weather hit and how early maps were created. What did an early broadcast look like on this 'non-ending weather telethon'?

Severe Weather Season: Warnings, Readiness and What to Believe

With spring severe weather season upon us and meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman talk all things severe weather. What you need to do to be prepared for the current severe weather season. Plus, a deep dive into controversial issues like warning fatigue, SPC outlooks, tornado sirens, and more. Follow Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman on Twitter!

Hurricane Season Outlook: Why You Should Definitely Care

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman share this year's hurricane season outlook from The Weather Company and Colorado State University. They explain why we have these forecasts and why everyone should take storms seriously.

The Thrill and Heartbreak of Storm Chasing

Join meteorologist Ari Sarsalari and well-known storm chaser, Brett Adair, as they relive some of the most destructive tornadoes. Find out what it takes to chase dangerous storms and the often heart-wrenching, real-life encounters that come with them.

Zac Brown Band Member is Fighting for Puerto Rico

Hurricane Maria hit especially close to home for Danny de los Reyes, percussionist for the Zac Brown Band. The Puerto Rico native takes us back to early days after the storm, the struggle to find his mom and family, who live on the island. And he takes us inside his non-profit, that is bringing music and hope to the island. We get an update on recovery efforts there and find out what is still needed. You can help Danny's effort by visiting dayglowmusic.org

Storms Destroyed My Stuff. Will Insurance Cover It?

From tornadoes to hail and hurricanes, weather can destroy everything you own in an instant. Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Jonathan Erdman take a deep dive into what insurance will and will not cover when disaster strikes. They chat with Bryan Wood, an insurance adjuster, who happens to be a meteorologist.

Why EF5 Tornadoes are the Worst

Meteorologists Ari Sarsalari and Bob Henson talk about the science behind the incredible destructive nature of high end tornadoes. They explain what the "Fujita Tornado Damage Scale," is and what it takes to rate a an EF5 tornado and a review of some of the worst EF5 tornadoes of all time.

Hugo, We Have a Problem!

Down an engine, stuck in the eye of a hurricane a group of meteorologists and crew almost give their lives to keep others safe. In this episode, meteorologist Ari Sarsalari chats with fabled former hurricane hunter Dr. Jeff Masters, as he recalls the mission that almost prevented him from coming home.

Read "Hunting Hugo," on the Cat6 blog on wunderground.com

Why Do Children Keep Dying in Hot Cars?

Dozens of children die each year in hot cars, and July is usually the deadliest month. Why and how does this keep happening? In this episode, Ari Sarsalari talks to Castle Williams, a Ph.D. student at the University of Georgia, about his research into this and how to avoid such a tragedy.

What Annoys Meteorologists The Most?

Rain on your wedding day? We hear about it! But ever wonder what annoys meteorologists the most? In this episode, Ari Sarsalari, Jonathan Erdman and Chris Dolce sit down to talk about some the things that really miff them -- from forecasts gone wrong to people driving through floodwaters. Here’s an honest look at what really grinds their gears.

(1:00) Driving through flooded roadways
(8:14) Rain chance percentages
(12:55) When your friends ask you when it's gonna rain
(15:27) When people don't take lightning seriously
(21:23) Abrupt forecast changes
(25:50) When people don't take warnings seriously
(29:35) Condescending meteorologists
(31:08) Heat lightning