{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/f3e7b3be-7600-55a2-ab13-90336700cf18/685389a668b0c25e3853b03a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#205 Andrew McCullough - How We Can All Be Better Prepared for Disasters","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6225fae2118c5487cf94dff4/1750304179694-ce7880c9-3a0d-4c51-90aa-aeccb6a1c091.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week I’m joined by Andrew McCullough, a passionate disaster management expert and SES worker who has dedicated his life to helping communities prepare for and recover from emergencies.</p><p><br></p><p>In this insightful conversation, Andrew shares practical steps we can all take to be more prepared for natural disasters—whether it's a flood, bushfire, or storm. He also talks about the incredible research he’s done around the world as part of his <strong>Churchill Fellowship</strong>, exploring how other countries respond to and recover from major disasters.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>The biggest risks facing Australian communities right now</li><li>What <em>real</em> preparedness looks like (hint: it’s more than just a go-bag)</li><li>Lessons from disaster-affected regions across the globe</li><li>The role of community, communication, and leadership in recovery</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Andrew’s knowledge is not only grounded in lived experience on the front lines, but backed by global research. This episode is full of actionable advice that could genuinely save lives.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home’s weather risks. Check out the link below for more information</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://haven.suncorp.com.au/?utm_source=Acast&amp;utm_medium=30&amp;utm_campaign=Haven&amp;cmpid=SUN:PI:NPS:DIS:20250209:19312\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SUNCORP HAVEN TOOL</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>🎧 <strong>Listen now and don’t forget to:</strong></p><p>✅ Subscribe to the podcast</p><p>⭐ Leave a 5-star rating &amp; review</p><p>📲 Share this episode with friends &amp; family</p><p>📸 Take a screenshot and tag us on socials!</p><p><br></p><p>🌍 <strong>Learn more about Cooper &amp; The Good Human Factory:</strong></p><p>🔗 Instagram: @goodhumanspod | @thegoodhumanfactory | @cooperchapman</p><p>💻 Website: <a href=\"http://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.thegoodhumanfactory.com</a></p><p>🛍️ Merch: Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF – Shop Here</p><p>📩 Sponsorship Enquiries: Want to sponsor the Good Humans Podcast? Email <strong>cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com</strong></p>","author_name":"The Good Human Factory"}