Podcast – PreparedEx

Podcast – PreparedEx


Latest Episodes

The Force Shaper: Why Human Crisis Analysts Still Outperform AI
November 10, 2025

In episode 160 of The PreparedEx Podcast, host Rob Burton explores why human crisis analysts, particularly those with military and intelligence backgrounds, continue to outperform AI in crisis scenari

AI in Action: Transforming Crisis Preparedness, Training, and Exercises
October 21, 2025

In this episode of The PreparedEx Podcast, host Rob Burton sits down with Austin Cruz, Associate Director of Crisis Management and Strategic Innovation at Witt OBriens and newly elected leader of the Business Continuity Institutes AI Special Interest G

Closing the Gap: Turning After-Action Findings into Real Resilience
September 30, 2025

Too many organizations treat crisis simulations and tabletop exercises as the finish line, when in reality theyre just the starting point. In this episode, Rob Burton explores why the real value lies in what comes after the exercise: prioritizing finding

Planning Ahead for Organizational Resilience
September 03, 2025

As organizations begin planning for 2026, one critical area often overlookedor left until its too lateis budgeting for resilience. In this episode, we explore why resilience should be treated as a strategic investment, not just a line item. Drawing fro

An Update on PreparedEx and The International Crisis Management Conference
August 07, 2025

In this episode, we share a summer recap and update you on upcoming activities and programs. Hear about recent travels, fall and winter exercise plans, and new resiliency initiatives launching soon. W

Navigating Crisis: Lessons from Country Evacuations with John Iliffe
April 23, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with John Iliffe to explore his first-hand experience managing evacuations from conflict and crisis zones including Afghanistan, Myanmar, and South Sudan. With a backgroun

Why Your Cyber Incident Response Will Fail – And How to Fix It 
March 13, 2025

Your cyber incident response will fail if you:    Dont train your team regularly    Dont stress-test your plan with tabletop exercises    Dont remediate weaknesses after real incidents or simulations&#

Mastering Crisis and Business Continuity Exercises: Insights from Charlie Maclean-Bristol
February 25, 2025

In this episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we dive into the world of crisis and business continuity exercises with Charlie Maclean-Bristol, founder of PlanB Consulting. With his extensive experience i

The Benefits of Reputational Risk Analyses with Christopher Beard of The Crisis Shop
February 03, 2025

In this episode (151) of the PreparedEx Podcast, we sit down with Christopher Beard, a leading expert from The Crisis Shop, to discuss the crucial role of reputational risk analysis in todays business environment. With reputational risks being as impactf

Milestone Moments: Announcing the 10th Annual International Crisis Management Conference 
January 15, 2025

In this milestone 150th episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we’re excited to unveil the 10th Annual International Crisis Management Conference. Discover what’s in store for this year’s event, including key themes, speakers, and networking