In the Sentinel Uncut podcast interview on July 25, 2025, host Adam Fox interviews Dr. Dan Rector, an emergency management expert, discussing his career, the role of AI in emergency management, and his work with the Reunification Foundation.

Career Background: Dr. Rector shares his journey from joining the U.S. Coast Guard out of high school, where he served for seven years, to transitioning to the Army National Guard in Connecticut, working on a Civil Support Team focused on weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and hazmat response. Initially anti-education, he pursued and earned an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees, driven by curiosity and a desire for lifelong learning. His Coast Guard experience, particularly in Alaska, shaped his perspective on planning for extreme scenarios, emphasizing adaptability and creative pro ...