Balanced Weather: Cutting Through the Storm of Misinformation
Weather Geeks15 Okt 2025

Balanced Weather: Cutting Through the Storm of Misinformation

Guest: Alan Gerard

From tornado outbreaks to hurricane landfalls, few have had a front-row seat to as many high-impact weather events as Alan Gerard. After decades of service with NOAA and the National Weather Service, Alan now brings his expertise to the public through Balanced Weather, a Substack dedicated to delivering clear, measured, and science-driven weather insights. In this episode, we’ll talk with Alan about the biggest changes he’s seen in forecasting, the challenges of communicating severe weather without hype, and why independent weather voices are more important than ever. Whether you’re a Weather Geek or just someone who wants to better understand the skies above, this conversation will offer a rare look at the intersection of science, communication, and public trust…

Chapters

  1. 00:00 Introduction to Alan Gerard and His Journey in Meteorology
  2. 05:20 Evolution of NOAA and National Weather Service
  3. 12:43 The Birth of Balanced Weather and Its Mission
  4. 23:21 Challenges in Modern Weather Forecasting
  5. 31:15 The Role of Independent Weather Voices
  6. 33:43 Future Aspirations for Balanced Weather

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