DRR pioneers: interview with Ben Wisner

Purpose - The transcript provides an overview of the development of the field and changing paradigms in this regard. Design/methodology/approach - The transcript was developed in the context of a United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) project on the history of disaster risk reduction (DRR). Findings - The transcript traces the initial discussions of how the At Risk book was conceived and presents new dimensions and challenges within the field. Originality/value - The interview highlights the importance of the need to document the transitions, developments and paradigm changes in the field over time.