What does FEMA actually do? - Interview with Pete Gaynor

Mr. Gaynor explains the responsibilities of FEMA and its relationship with state and local jurisdictions, and how it relates to national resilience. They also discuss the responsibilities of the average citizen and some practical suggestions on how to prepare for disasters, including a helpful tool–the FEMA mobile app.

After his term at FEMA, Pete Gaynor now works as the Senior Vice President and Director of National Resilience, Response, and Recovery Programs for the LiRo group, a private architecture and design firm providing a wide range of services for the public and private sectors.

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[jasonmartin]

Thanks Jason & Wesley for this episode. So many reminders from Mr. Gaynor and some eye opening facts about the misconceptions of what FEMA does. Looking forward to the episode with George Siegal.

[deehernandez]

Wow, Thanks Jason & Wesley! A lot of important info. Especially on preparing for such emergencies. I'm going to find a box for the things I might need 😌.

[jjshores]

What are you doing today? To be prepared for tomorrow.