DHS&EM Get Ready Alaska Podcast

About DHS&EM Get Ready Alaska Podcast

DHS&EM Get Ready Alaska Podcast

Publisher

Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Category

education · government

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Aug 2022

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

3 of 44 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Get Ready Alaska – 1964 Earthquake and Outdoor Awareness with Debra McGhan

   Outdoor safety educator Debra McGhan shares her 1964 earthquake survival story and insights on community preparedness in this interview with Get Ready Alaska.

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   10 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Get Ready Alaska - Hunter Preparedness with Lt. Ralf Lysdahl

   Get Ready Alaska - Hunter Preparedness with Lt. Ralf Lysdahl Get ready for the wild with Lt. Ralf Lysdahl of the Alaska Wildlife Troopers. In this episode of Get Ready Alaska, Lt. Lysdahl shares crucial advice for preparing to enter Alaska's backcountry. Every year, hunters and outdoor enthusiasts find themselves in distress in the Alaskan wilderness. Challenges like rough terrain, harsh weather, poor decision-making, and unexpected bad luck can quickly turn an adventure into a rescue situation. Lt. Lysdahl provides numerous, actionable tips that people can implement before and during any wilderness adventure. He emphasizes the critical need for preparation, including checking the weather forecast and conditions, having the proper equipment for survival and signaling, and the absolute importance of leaving a detailed travel plan with someone reliable. This episode offers essential guidance for every Alaskan outdoor enthusiast looking to stay safe and prepared. You can find Get Ready Alaska on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon/Audible, and Podbean. NOTE: This episode was originally to be published in the fall of 2025. Due to disaster events DHS&EM staff was not able to publish this episode at that time. While it is no longer hunting season the information is still relevant. Enjoy!

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   2 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Get Ready Alasla - Ketchikan Landslides with Kacie Paxton and Rick Hines

   Get Ready Alaska - Ketchikan Landslides with Kacie Paxton and Rick Hines Landslides are a regular occurrence in Alaska, especially in the Southeast region. While many happen in remote areas with minimal impact, some have a significant effect on communities and individuals. In recent years, landslides have become the deadliest type of natural disaster event experienced in the state. Ketchikan, Alaska, recently faced two landslides that directly impacted their community. On this episode of "Get Ready Alaska," Kacie Paxton and Rick Hines join us to discuss how these landslides affected their community and how residents responded.

Inside a recent episode

Get Ready Alaska – 1964 Earthquake and Outdoor Awareness with Debra McGhan

Published 12 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And is there any kind of real high key things that they should be aware of when they're out there? Yes, I would say they need to get educated about slope terrain because terrain and weather are the two big factors when it comes to avalanches. If you're in steep terrain, but especially 30 to 45 degrees, That's the most fun terrain to play in, and it's also the most likely to slide. So just being aware of that so that you can stay on the ridges, don't get in those terrain traps, and be aware of the weather. Because before you go, you should always get a weather forecast because we know here in Alaska the weather changes dramatically quickly. […]

Who has been a guest on DHS&EM Get Ready Alaska Podcast

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• Debra McGhan
• John Huffman
• Stephen Cahill
• Ben Hartlieb

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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Quality

28

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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