Three Homeless Guys: The Palisades Fire
Three Homeless Guys: The Palisades Fire
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The Palisades Fire of January 7, 2025, consumed nearly 24,000 acres and destroyed nearly 7,000 structures. Many families in Pacific Palisades and Malibu lost their homes. This podcast brings together journalist Joel Pollak, entrepreneur Oren Ezra, and construction expert Ron Goldshmidt -- all of whom were displaced by the Palisades Fire -- to talk about the status of the recovery effort, to provide information for local residents, and to meet inspiring people who are involved in rebuilding our beloved communities.
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The podcast covers the aftermath of the Palisades Fire, focusing on topics such as rebuilding efforts, insurance challenges, community resilience, and policy issues, with episodes discussing debris removal, legal perspectives on recovery, and real estate impacts on local families.
The Palisades Fires of January 2025, consumed nearly 24,000 acres and destroyed nearly 7,000 structures. Many families in Pacific Palisades and Malibu lost their homes. This podcast brings together journalist Joel Pollak, entrepreneur Oren Ezra, and construction expert Ron Goldshmidt — all of whom were displaced by the Palisades Fire — to talk about the status of the recovery effort, to provide information for local residents, and to meet inspiring people who are involved in rebuilding our beloved communities.
AI Tools & Tech for Fire Prevention Pano AI – Uses AI + camera towers to detect wildfires in real time and alert fire departments before they spread. GRIDSMART / AI CCTV Integrations – Security cameras upgraded with AI that can detect smoke, flames, or sparks around your property. Dryad Networks – IoT sensors in the forest or brush detect gas and heat changes to spot fires at the smoldering stage. AI-powered Weather + Risk Prediction (e.g., ZestyAI, ClimateAI) – Predicts wildfire risk for a specific address based on vegetation, wind, and slope, helping you harden defensible space and negotiate insurance. WildfireSat + NASA FIRMS (AI-enhanced satellite data) – Uses satellites + machine learning to monitor wildfire activity and send alerts (could be integrated into homeowner apps). AI Smart Sprinkler & Pump Systems (e.g., Frontline Wildfire Defense) – Systems that detect risk (high heat, ember storms) and automatically activate rooftop sprinklers or perimeter water curtains. Drones with AI Fire Mapping (Skydio, DJI Enterprise) – Can autonomously scan property lines for overgrowth, flammable materials, or embers during red flag warnings. AI Smart HVAC/Filtration Systems (like Haven) – Detects smoke intrusions and automatically seals or filters indoor air, protecting health during fire season. AI Home Hardening Apps (startups in beta) – Tools that scan property photos and suggest AI-driven fire hardening steps (roofing, vents, vegetation). Community Fire Network AI (pilot programs in CA/CO) – Shared neighborhood sensor + camera grids feeding into AI dashboards for ultra-early smoke detection.
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