Kmlwx Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Just now, Cobalt said: Yeah, I'm not too familiar, how would moderation/verification go for those calls? It would be a shame if someone joined pretending to be someone else, only to end up being deliberately disruptful. Muting, and kicking people out can be done by hosts/co-hosts. I'm not sure how many people we have in this subforum that would deliberately waste time in pretending to be someone else. We aren't that large of a community like reddit - and really the "impostor" would not gain anything. If somebody wants to impersonate me - go ahead. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nw baltimore wx Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 8 minutes ago, mattie g said: I like the idea, but let's be real...about six people would do all the talking while the rest of us either don't know what we're talking about or are socially awkward enough to just remain quiet. And drink. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDM Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 5 minutes ago, LP08 said: I think the best use would be during an important model run or something. Have PSU or someone share his screen and they can walk us through how it looks/what they are looking for (probably next winter since this winter will be dominated by the -pna) The part in bold is what I was thinking about too wrt sharing screens. It's so easy to do on Zoom, and the host has the option to control who is enabled to share screens; or not (if they so choose to control it and/or if the banter requires moderation). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 40 minutes ago, nw baltimore wx said: And drink. I badly overlooked this part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxUSAF Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 43 minutes ago, mattie g said: I badly overlooked this part. Duh, we’ll all be drinking either out of excitement or to console our imminent failure. Either way…drinking. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Kmlwx said: Would be nice to keep it to us Mid-Atlantic folks. Strongly agree here. A few exceptions are @ORH_wxman, @CoastalWx, @MillvilleWx. We know it’s on like Donkey Kong when those guys show up. And if course our man @WxWatcher007. Can’t leave him out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuhoffman Posted November 2, 2021 Author Share Posted November 2, 2021 3 hours ago, Cobalt said: Yeah, I'm not too familiar, how would moderation/verification go for those calls? It would be a shame if someone joined pretending to be someone else, only to end up being deliberately disruptful. We can probably handle the rare case of someone acting out with mute/remove. But if we want to add an additional layer of security we could create a forum email list and send the code that way to avoid imposters. 1 hour ago, WinterWxLuvr said: Strongly agree here. A few exceptions are @ORH_wxman, @CoastalWx, @MillvilleWx. We know it’s on like Donkey Kong when those guys show up. And if course our man @WxWatcher007. Can’t leave him out. I think anyone who has made significant contributions to our region should be invited. Just my 2 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rvarookie Posted November 2, 2021 Share Posted November 2, 2021 Sounds cool, but how do we get a storm threat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poolz1 Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 4 hours ago, mattie g said: I like the idea, but let's be real...about six people would do all the talking while the rest of us either don't know what we're talking about or are socially awkward enough to just remain quiet. Pretty much like this forum now. Only difference will be that PSU has to put on pants now to relay random stats from past winters....broken down by elevation. lol j/k I actually like this idea as well...would certainly add value to an already great, informative place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowenOutThere Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 56 minutes ago, Rvarookie said: Sounds cool, but how do we get a storm threat? pray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobalt Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 2 hours ago, psuhoffman said: We can probably handle the rare case of someone acting out with mute/remove. But if we want to add an additional layer of security we could create a forum email list and send the code that way to avoid imposters. I think anyone who has made significant contributions to our region should be invited. Just my 2 cents. It's all fun and games until DT comes in and gets in an all-out brawl with Ji 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxWatcher007 Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 23 hours ago, WinterWxLuvr said: Strongly agree here. A few exceptions are @ORH_wxman, @CoastalWx, @MillvilleWx. We know it’s on like Donkey Kong when those guys show up. And if course our man @WxWatcher007. Can’t leave him out. I feel the 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxUSAF Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 35 minutes ago, WxWatcher007 said: I feel the Would be good if you’re there for rapid reapings as new model runs come in live and destroy our souls 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 20 minutes ago, WxUSAF said: Would be good if you’re there for rapid reapings as new model runs come in live and destroy our souls "Reapings here! - Walk-ins welcome!" 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 Could be fun/informative to do a weekly "broad pattern check-in/analysis" roundtable Zoom meeting during the winter months. Have a few speakers and everyone else on mute unless there's a Q+A period. This being of course in addition to a general "meet and great/hangout" Zoom. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuhoffman Posted November 3, 2021 Author Share Posted November 3, 2021 This could take off into as many different angles as we want if there is interest. Do we think it’s necessary to create a member email list to send the login invite/code to avoid random trolls? If so setting that up is step 1. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 16 minutes ago, psuhoffman said: Do we think it’s necessary to create a member email list to send the login invite/code to avoid random trolls? That is a fantastic idea. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 3, 2021 Share Posted November 3, 2021 18 minutes ago, psuhoffman said: This could take off into as many different angles as we want if there is interest. Do we think it’s necessary to create a member email list to send the login invite/code to avoid random trolls? If so setting that up is step 1. This is a solid idea. I've heard good things about groups.io - We can also enable a waiting room to screen people as they enter. But probably easiest just to have a semi-secure place for people to check for the passcode. There's a decent amount of security options in Zoom too - (waiting room, passcode, authentication required etc). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSG Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 On 11/3/2021 at 6:04 PM, Kmlwx said: Could be fun/informative to do a weekly "broad pattern check-in/analysis" roundtable Zoom meeting during the winter months. Have a few speakers and everyone else on mute unless there's a Q+A period. This being of course in addition to a general "meet and great/hangout" Zoom. This is exactly how I think these should go. Have a few people lined up from the forum with a topic or two to discuss and maybe we bring in some "guest" speakers from other sub-forums on occasion. Finish it off with a Q+A session, or people can post questions in chat that can then be answered as we go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterWxLuvr Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 On 11/3/2021 at 6:04 PM, Kmlwx said: Could be fun/informative to do a weekly "broad pattern check-in/analysis" roundtable Zoom meeting during the winter months. Have a few speakers and everyone else on mute unless there's a Q+A period. This being of course in addition to a general "meet and great/hangout" Zoom. Oh no lol. Everyone needs an opportunity to say something stupid. I wouldn’t want to miss my chance 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 1 hour ago, WinterWxLuvr said: Oh no lol. Everyone needs an opportunity to say something stupid. I wouldn’t want to miss my chance That's what breakout rooms are for We can even set one up for @WxWatcher007 - virtual panic room! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WxWatcher007 Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 Sooo...we doing this? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 24 minutes ago, WxWatcher007 said: Sooo...we doing this? I'm waiting for instructions. I can setup if needed at any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthArlington101 Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 Sooo...we doing this?Seemed like the plan was to wait for an event? I’d be happy to hop on at any point though - been looking forward to meeting people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuhoffman Posted November 20, 2021 Author Share Posted November 20, 2021 56 minutes ago, WxWatcher007 said: Sooo...we doing this? Yes! 31 minutes ago, Kmlwx said: I'm waiting for instructions. I can setup if needed at any time. Sorry I’ve been really busy lately. But I think the first step would be to create a member email list we can use to send the invite link to the meetings. This would cut down on the chances of getting trolls if we post the link publicly. I can put that together. People can email me at [email protected]. I can share the list with you when it’s time to set up a meeting. 25 minutes ago, NorthArlington101 said: Seemed like the plan was to wait for an event? I’d be happy to hop on at any point though - been looking forward to meeting people. Yes but I think having a preliminary meeting just to work out any kinks and give people a chance to say hi is a good idea. And there is always something to discuss wrt weather. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuhoffman Posted November 20, 2021 Author Share Posted November 20, 2021 If people email me to be added to the video meetings list please put Amwx in the subject so I can easily filter and I don’t miss anyone. [email protected]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George BM Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 6 hours ago, psuhoffman said: If people email me to be added to the video meetings list please put Amwx in the subject so I can easily filter and I don’t miss anyone. [email protected]. How many emails have you gotten so far? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 37 minutes ago, George BM said: How many emails have you gotten so far? 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuhoffman Posted November 21, 2021 Author Share Posted November 21, 2021 3 hours ago, George BM said: How many emails have you gotten so far? 7 so far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted November 22, 2021 Share Posted November 22, 2021 I think @psuhoffman's idea to have a prelim style meeting. If we get a sense of who will be joining future meetings, we can weed out trolls if needed (putting faces to names). Bumping the thread again for visibility in case users missed it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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