New Podcast by GeoSphere Austria

The new podcast by GeoSphere Austria, "More than Wind and Weather," provides insights into many exciting topics in the fields of meteorology, climatology, geophysics, and geology.

Just in time for the upcoming International Women's Day (March 8), the first two episodes feature the head of the Sonnblick Observatory and two avalanche experts, offering insights into their work.

A new episode of GeoSphere Austria’s podcast will be released once a month, produced and hosted by Liliane Hofer and Christian Resch, who both also work in weather forecasting. "At GeoSphere Austria, we have many fascinating topics that we discuss with experts in meteorology, climatology, geophysics, and geology on our podcast. We aim to provide an easy-to-understand and engaging insight into various tasks and activities in a relaxed atmosphere."

Episodes 1 and 2 are already online. In line with the upcoming International Women's Day (March 8), three female experts share insights into their work:

In Episode 1, Elke Ludewig is a guest. She is the head of the Sonnblick Observatory of GeoSphere Austria, one of the world's most important high-altitude measurement and research stations. Elke Ludewig talks about the current research at the Sonnblick Observatory, located at 3,100 meters above sea level. For example, she discusses an international project aimed at resolving unanswered questions about the formation of clouds, rain, and snow. She also talks about her time in Antarctica, where she led a research station for a year, sharing fascinating and amusing stories about life in the eternal ice, including encounters with very affectionate penguins.

In Episode 2, Claudia Riedl and Veronika Krieger are guests, providing insights into the daily work of the avalanche warning service. They are meteorologists who work in weather forecasting as well as for the Salzburg Avalanche Warning Service, and they often go out into the field on skis. The experts explain how they assess avalanche risks for reports and how they compile a comprehensive picture from numerous individual observations, including contributions from the community. They also offer tips on how winter sports enthusiasts can recognize and assess warning signs themselves.

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