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NYC Emergency Management debuts new podcast series: 'Prep Talk'
December 21, 2017 – The New York City Emergency Management Department has launched a new public service announcement (PSA) to prepare New Yorkers for winter weather hazards. The new PSA, ‘Winters Are No Laughing Matter' features local comedian Mark Benjamin's stand-up routine on winter weather safety tips to remind New Yorkers to prepare for the winter season.
"Mark highlights some common sense tips to be ready for the winter season, like checking in on neighbors and wearing layers when it's cold," said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Joseph Esposito. "We hope the comedic approach will encourage New Yorkers to be prepared this winter for snow, cold temperatures and icy conditions."
"Most comics dream of being on late night TV. My goal was a winter weather PSA for New York City's Emergency Management. Now that I'm in every New York taxi, I happily announce my retirement from comedy, as there's nothing else left to achieve," said comedian Mark Benjamin. "You're all welcome for my incredible jokes on winter weather tips and I expect a key to the city from the Mayor for my efforts in preparing New Yorkers for the snow and cold."
In "Winters Are No Laughing Matter," Benjamin delivers a comical stand-up on winter weather safety tips. Benjamin's routine serves up laughs while educating about winter preparedness. The PSA debut on Taxi TV December 18, and will air on NYC Media, including WNYE-TV and WNYE-FM 91.5, throughout the winter season. New Yorkers can also view the PSA on NYC Emergency Management's social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or at nyc.gov/emergencymanagement. You can view the Taxi TV version of the PSA here. For more information about Mark Benjamin, visit markbenjamincomedy.com.
NYC Emergency Management Launches 'Prep Talk' Podcast Series
Get ready for your monthly emergency prep talk! NYC Emergency Management has launched "Prep Talk," a new podcast series that engages listeners about emergency management topics. Listen as NYC Emergency Management hosts Omar Bourne and Allison Pennisi talk with guests who keep our city safe and prepared before, during and after emergencies. NYC Emergency Management has released three episodes:
You can listen to "Prep Talk" on SoundCloud and iTunes, and subscribe now to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes.
Tips to prepare for winter weather:
Make a Plan
Winterize Your Home
Winterize Your Car
Make sure to have a mechanic check the following items on your vehicle:
Assemble an Emergency Supply Kit for your vehicle, and consider adding the following items for winter conditions:
For more winter weather preparedness information, visit nyc.gov/emergencymanagement. New Yorkers are encouraged to sign up for Notify NYC, the City's free emergency communications program. To sign up for Notify NYC, download the free mobile application, visit NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, call 311, or follow @NotifyNYC on Twitter.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Nancy Silvestri/Omar Bourne (718) 422-4888
STAY CONNECTED: Twitter: @NotifyNYC (emergency notifications); @nycoem (emergency preparedness info)
Facebook: /NYCemergencymanagement