Best Highway Maintenance Podcasts (2024)

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Bill Braden - Story Telling & Photography, The evolution of the craft. 1:00:23

20h ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Bill Braden is a photographer, storyteller and writer. He is a longtime resident of Yellowknife and has built his career there since his youth. Bill and I have worked together briefly and have enjoyed sharing ideas, techniques and talking about photography together. Join us for a discussion about his current projects, his origin story and how techn…

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MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White 36:17

9d ago36:17

36:17

MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White joined The Extra Mile Podcast to discuss a projected above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, talk disaster anxiety, provide FAQs on MEMA and more. · Show intro/introducing MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White – 00:29 · Projected above-normal 2024 hurricane season – 01:17 · What has MEMA …

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Episode 101: Clear Roads for clear roads 32:35

20d ago32:35

32:35

in 2004 a group of 5 states got together and pooled their money to test winter maintenance materials, equipment and methods for use by highway maintenance operations. The program has grown to 40 states and amassed a large collection of research and training. The Clear Roads Pooled Fund Program is funded through a $25,000 annual contribution per sub…

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Mary Pierot & George Grandjamb - Fort Good Hope Forest Fire Evacuation, Gratitude & Community 35:01

25d ago35:01

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On June 15th 2024 a fire was noticed outside of the community of Fort Good Hope. Over the course of the day it grew to the point where a community evacuation was necessary. This effort was multifaceted, residents were moved by air and water, some headed out to their camps but many were flown to the neighbouring communities. I had the pleasure to si…

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Paulie Chinna - Serving as an MLA, Life after the elections & What's next? 54:35

30d ago54:35

54:35

This week we were able to sit down with Paulie Chinna, our former MLA who just recently finished up her first term in office. We get into her experience of being an MLA, what that was like for her through the numerous challenges she faced over her 4 years in office. What life has looked like since the most recent election and now where she has set …

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MDOT State Maintenance Engineer Heath Patterson 15:02

1M ago15:02

15:02

The Extra Mile Podcast team took the show on the road to Biloxi to speak with MDOT State Maintenance Engineer Heath Patterson at the State Roadeo. Show intro/introducing MDOT State Maintenance Engineer Heath Patterson – 00:30 History of the Roadeo – 02:14 Different events of the Roadeo – 03:37 Why MDOT does the Roadeo – 04:57 Favorite events to wat…

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Danny Gaudet - Chasing Legends, Community Leadership & Meaning 58:47

1M ago58:47

58:47

Danny Gaudet is the Ɂekw’ahtı̨dǝ́ (Chief) of Délı̨nę. He has lived in the Sahtú for his whole life and was instrumental in negotiating the self government agreement between Délı̨nę and the Federal Government. We had the opportunity to hear about his background, understand what motivates him and how he views leadership. We talk about what we enjoys …

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Robbie Craig - Art Heists, Daring to follow what inspires you & Entrepreneurship 1:05:14

1M ago1:05:14

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This week we sit down with Robbie Craig. Robbie is a prolific artist and painter based out of Yellowknife NWT. His art depicts the North and does so in such an incredible style that really captures it's spirit and essence. Through the medium of acrylic painting, he uses bold colours and lines to portray his vision. On this episode we talk about his…

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Legislative Session: MDOT Executive Director Brad White's Legislative Wrap 11:27

2M ago11:27

11:27

MDOT Executive Director Brad White joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to break down how the agency fared during the 2024 session and provide other MDOT updates. Show intro/Brad White intro – 00:45 Legislative session wrap-up begins (Recurring revenue) – 01:20 Money moving into projects – 03:20 Design Build Bill – 04:30 Funding – 05:…

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Legislative Session: MDOT Chief of Staff Jeff Ely 26:17

2M ago26:17

26:17

MDOT Chief of Staff Jeff Ely joined The Extra Mile Podcast to talk about updates on capacity projects, the MDOT leadership development program, agency recruitment efforts and much more. Show Intro/Jeff Ely intro – 01:14 Regarding capacity projects – 02:49 One-time money put into projects – 04:15 Contraflow/Hurricane evacuation – 05:17 On profession…

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Frank Pope - Immigrating to Canada, The Hudson's Bay Company & Loving the North. 1:03:36

2M ago1:03:36

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Frank Pope is the mayor of Norman Wells, In this episode we cover his journey through history, arriving in Canada and how his life / career progressed. When and how he got to know the Sahtu, and his optimism for the future of the region.By Josh Ferguson

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Episode 100: Where The Weather Meets The Road, revisited 57:19

2M ago57:19

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Twenty years ago in 2004 “Where The Weather Meets The Road” was published by the National Academy of Science and it proposed a research roadmap over the next 20-years to advance road weather services. Now in 2024 the future described in Where The Weather Meets The Road is here Paul Pisano, Chair of the TRB Road Weather Committee and Dr. Gina Eosco,…

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Legislative Session: U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith 37:13

2M ago37:13

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U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about how she got started in politics, THUD Bill funding, her January 6 experience, the link between strong transportation infrastructure and economic growth and development and much more. Show intro/Cindy Hyde-Smith intro – 01:12 Relationship with MDOT Executi…

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Mathieu Gallant - Recovering From Service, Moving North & Black Jack Fishing 59:45

3M ago59:45

59:45

Mathieu Gallant is the Owner of Black Jack Fishing. He spends his summers on Great Slave Lake with clients, catching some of the biggest fish they have ever seen. Today, we learn more about Mathieu's past, what brought him to the North & how fishing was so critical for his transition to civilian life after his service in the Canadian Military.…

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Legislative Session: Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons 26:30

3M ago26:30

26:30

Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about the need for recurring revenue for Mississippi highways, anti-litter efforts, current projects and future projects possible with more funding. Show Intro/Willie Simmons intro – 01:14 Willie Simmons on being Chairman – 01:54 Conversatio…

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Charles McNeely - Growing up in the Sahtu, SSI & the Mackenzie Valley Highway. 58:21

3M ago58:21

58:21

Charles McNeely is the Chairperson for The Sahtu Secretariat Incorporated. We talk about his experience growing up in the Sahtu, living off the land, and how his life changed to now working as the Chair of the Sahtu Secretariat Incorporated. We talk about the impact the Mackenzie Valley Highway could have on the region and how it would help bolster…

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Legislative Session: State Treasurer David McRae 35:37

3M ago35:37

35:37

State Treasurer David McRae joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about his path to public service, promote the Unclaimed Property Program, provide his thoughts on PERS and much more. Show Intro/ State Treasurer David McRae intro – 01:14 David McRae background/position – 01:42 Highlights/Big projects as the Treasurer - 04:37 Un…

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Tyson Doonan - Aircraft Maintenance, Rotational Work, Teamwork & Mentoring 1:01:02

3M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

This week I had the opportunity to sit down with a friend of mine Tyson Doonan. He is a Aircraft Maintenance Engineer who just finished up his work with North-Wright after spending two years doing rotational work. He is passionate about his work, travel and photography and is now moving to the island of Antigua to embark on the next chapter of his …

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Episode 99: Snowplow modeling or messing around? 43:09

4M ago43:09

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Full scale testing of modern snowplow blades can be a difficult and often unrepeatable proposition depending on the weather and where your test track is located. In this episode Alex Klein-Paste of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) set about to design scale model testing of a particular snowplow blade design in a laboratory …

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Legislative Session: State Senator Joel Carter 14:51

4M ago14:51

14:51

State Senator Joel Carter joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about how he got into politics, updates from the Energy Committee, his favorite place to grab a bite to eat during the session and more. Show intro/State Senator Joel Carter – 01:15 Joel Carter background/Journey to politics – 02:06 The benefit of working in the fo…

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Episode 98: Can you see the snowplow? 35:25

4M ago35:25

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You would think that it wouldn’t be difficult to see something as big as a snowplow but during a winter storm event at night you’d be surprised how hard it is recognize a slow moving maintenance vehicle. In this episode Jeff Pifer, Director of the Equipment Division at the West Virginia Division of Highways discusses techniques that are being used …

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Ep48 - Engaging Our Emergency Program 30:53

4M ago30:53

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Today, we’re getting into emergencies. We’ve gotten into them a few times on this show and we should, we seem to be getting into them more and more, every year. We’re either in an emergency, preparing for an emergency or recovering from an emergency. It’s almost like our ministry needs an Emergency Program. Oh wait, we do. And we’re digging into th…

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Legislative Session: MDOT Executive Director Brad White 20:09

4M ago20:09

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MDOT Executive Director Brad White joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to provide an update on efforts to find recurring revenue for Mississippi highways among other topics. Show Intro/Brad White Intro – 01:15 Brad White speaking tour/goals – 01:50 Plans/Conversations for revenue – 04:35 Brad White on Legislative support – 07:40 Remo…

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Legislative Session: MDOT Alternative Program Deliveries Division Director Jessica Dilley 24:10

4M ago24:10

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MDOT Alternative Program Deliveries Division Director Jessica Dilley joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to explain the benefits of alternative delivery transportation projects. Show Intro/Jessica Dilley Intro – 01:13 Jessica Dilley history/New Position in MDOT – 03:06 Jessica Dilley on Design Build Projects – 04:10 Design Build Proj…

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Legislative Session: Southern District Transportation Commissioner Charles Busby 20:38

4M ago20:38

20:38

Southern District Transportation Commissioner Charles Busby joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk his first two months as Commissioner, the future of transportation funding in Mississippi and more. Show into/Charles Busby Intro – 01:15 Charles Busby Update/Project plans – 02:06 Legislature/Relationship with Steve Massengill – 0…

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Thirty Flights of Stairs 1:36:50

5M ago1:36:50

1:36:50

On this episode of the Urban Theories Podcast, Moose reveals his two homes and a basement suite, Jonah sounds-off about sound, and we find out what Luxury living really means. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Rebranding 00:23:54 The ‘Cost’ of ‘Living’ 00:37:35 Living With People 00:56:55 The State of Content Creation 01:30:54 Final Thoughts Jonah: twitch.tv/th…

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Legislative Session: Commissioner of Agriculture & Commerce Andy Gipson 22:28

5M ago22:28

22:28

Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to discuss his recent op-ed in support of additional transportation funding, provide updates on The Dixie National Rodeo and more. Show Intro/Andy Gipson Introduction – 01:15 Rodeo update/review – 02:02 Mississippi AG and Outdoor Expo – 03:00 And…

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Episode 97: Where's the snowplow? 47:54

5M ago47:54

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Whenever you mix snowplows, winter storms, and motorists on the same stretch of pavement everyone needs to be at the top of their game in vehicles equipped for conditions. Most of the time folks get where there headed and the roads get cleared without incident. But, there are times when vehicles get tangled up with a snow plow and the outcomes can …

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Legislative Session: State Representative Steve Massengill 16:58

5M ago16:58

16:58

State Representative Steve Massengill joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to introduce himself and talk about his new role as House Transportation Committee Chairman. Show intro/Steve Massengill intro – 01:15 Steve Massengill position specifics – 03:14 Steve Massengill districts – 04:14 Differences as Chairman – 04:50 Big projects/Fo…

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Chocolate Chip Raisins 1:46:36

5M ago1:46:36

1:46:36

In this episode of Urban Theories, we're back! Jonah wants to yuck yums, Moose has a multitude of reasons, and we dive deep in to an interactive paradox. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:28 Where have we been? 00:29:00 Cities Skylines II: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly 01:06:27 Hope 01:10:20 Moving on 01:13:25 Lessons Learned 01:25:25 One Other Thi…

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Legislative Session: State Senator Jenifer Branning 15:27

5M ago15:27

15:27

State Senator Jenifer Branning joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to provide updates on transportation-specific legislative happenings and other priorities for the 2024 session. Show intro, introducing State Senator Jenifer Branning – 01:18 Jenifer Branning recap of Legislative Session so far – 02:05 Jenifer Branning addressing new …

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Episode 96: Shaken not stirred - the Rocker Ice Melting Test Method 46:43

5M ago46:43

46:43

When it comes to liquid deicing products how do you know you’re getting what you paid for and that it’s likely to perform as promised? The Nebraska DOT has been working on developing a easy to run, repeatable, and cost effective test method to determine the ice melting capacity of liquid deicing products. Mike Mattison and Jasmine Dondlinger of the…

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Legislative Session: Deputy Executive Director/Chief Engineer Earl Glenn 19:52

5M ago19:52

19:52

MDOT Deputy Executive Director/Chief Engineer Earl Glenn joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to introduce himself and break down the agency's response to January's winter weather. Show intro, introducing Deputy Executive Director/Chief Engineer Earl Glenn – 01:15 Earl Glenn background/experience – 02:07 Earl Glenn taking over as Chie…

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Legislative Session: MS Speaker of the House Jason White 34:20

6M ago34:20

34:20

Mississippi Speaker of the House Jason White joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about his path to public service, outline legislative priorities, namedrop some of his favorite Mississippi eateries and more. Show intro, introducing MS Speaker of the House Jason White - 01:36 Jason White's background - 02:30 Overview of Jason …

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Legislative Session: MDOT Executive Director Brad White 19:55

6M ago19:55

19:55

MDOT Executive Director Brad White joined The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to discuss the top priorities for the agency during the 2024 legislative session among other topics. Show intro, introducing MDOT Executive Director Brad White - 01:17 Mississippi Transportation Commission updates - 02:10 Overview of staff changes at MDOT - 03:37 …

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Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney 32:44

8M ago32:44

32:44

Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney joined The Extra Mile Podcast to provide an overview of his department, discuss tie-ins with MDOT, talk about a recent visit to a Willie Nelson concert and more. Show intro, introducing Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney - 01:41 Plans for Thanksgiving - 02:50 What the Mississippi Insurance Department h…

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Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann 38:41

8M ago38:41

38:41

Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann joined The Extra Mile podcast to discuss the 5th anniversary of the completion of I-269 and more. Show intro, introducing Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann - 01:23 Lt. Governor Hosemann's November plans - 03:03 Progress for education in Mississippi - 03:47 Reflecting on this year's infrastructure …

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Episode 95: Help is on the way 45:08

9M ago45:08

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There’s lots of discussion going on these days regarding artificial intelligence or AI. Like it or not you’re probably using or at least taking advantage of AI applications right now and you might not even know it. Winter operations takes place in an environment well suited for AI applications to provide assistance across a broad spectrum of activi…

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Ep47 - Understanding Maintenance Contracts 35:35

9M ago35:35

35:35

What do we have 28 of, across our province, that ensures our roads are well maintained through our many seasons? Maintenance Contracts! We work with various maintenance contractors across our province to keep our roads in working condition and travel ready. But what does that even mean? Host Russel Lolacher chats with Manager of Maintenance Program…

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Episode 94: 2nd Chances 35:26

9M ago35:26

35:26

Public works agencies have struggled for years recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce. These challenges have reached critical levels for many agencies since the pandemic. In this episode were Talkin’ Winter Ops with the City of Columbus Department of Public Service Human Resource Officer Lauren Hunter and Infrastructure Operations Coordinator…

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Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich 37:31

9M ago37:31

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Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich joined The Extra Mile podcast to talk Cruisin' the Coast, working with MDOT at the local level, his days playing in a rock and roll band and much more. Show intro, introducing Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich - 01:22 On Mayor Gilich's background - 02:57 Why the nickname "FoFo" - 03:54 Important visitors from Croat…

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Episode 93: Its not just a job 45:03

10M ago45:03

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Part 3 of our workforce recruiting and retention series showcases a grass roots program the Washington State DOT launched a few years back to encourage high school students to consider a career in transportation maintenance. Pasco Bakotich, State Maintenance Engineer for the Washington State DOT explains the program, the benefits they’ve seen, and …

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MDOT State Safety Engineer Mark Thomas 28:36

10M ago28:36

28:36

MDOT State Safety Engineer Mark Thomas joined The Extra Mile podcast to give an overview of the Highway Safety Division, talk about the Buckle Up Phone Down campaign, promote roundabouts and more. Show intro, introducing MDOT State Safety Engineer Mark Thomas - 01:35 About the Highway Safety Division - 02:39 How the Highway Safety Division gets inv…

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Episode 92: Why's that snowplow pink? 55:35

10M ago55:35

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Part 2 of the workforce series focuses on the No Boundaries synthesis Innovation strategies in Recruiting and Retention with Sandi Sauter, Deputy Director of Operations for the Maryland State Highway Administration. This episode zeros in on recruiting and retention and steps that some states are taking to include all segments of the applicant pool.…

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Accelerate MS Executive Director Ryan Miller 42:47

10M ago42:47

42:47

Accelerate MS Executive Director Ryan Miller joined The Extra Mile Podcast to talk about the exciting work his office is doing in the realm of workforce development among other topics. Show intro, introducing Accelerate MS Executive Director Ryan Miller - 01:28 What Accelerate MS does - 02:41 Ryan Miller's background - 03:39 Second annual MS Horizo…

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Episode 91: This ain't your Dad's workforce 55:01

10M ago55:01

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The topic of workforce, recruiting, and retention has dominated the discussion for years, but nowadays the issue seems particularly acute. In Part 1 of a 4 part series on workforce we’re focusing on a domestic scan conducted by the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) recently conducted titled Leading Practices in Strategic Workfor…

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State LPA Engineer Lee Frederick 28:48

11M ago28:48

28:48

MDOT State LPA Engineer Lee Frederick joined The Extra Mile Podcast to talk about how his division helps to facilitate countless local, public projects across Mississippi among other topics. Show intro, introducing MDOT State LPA Engineer Lee Frederick - 01:28 What LPA means - 02:51 How MDOT works with local public agencies - 04:32 Types of LPA pro…

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Episode 90: Where's SICOP 3:23

11M ago3:23

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Introducing the transformation of SICOP to the AASHTO Winter Weather Management Technical Service Program and SICOP Talks Winter Ops to Talkin Winter Ops. With the re-branding of SICOP we're re-branding the podcast as well. Same program, same podcast, with a new look. Sign up for email notifications on future episodes and other communications assoc…

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MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White 32:37

11M ago32:37

32:37

MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White joined The Extra Mile Podcast to talk about the importance of preparedness as we enter peak hurricane season along with other topics. Show intro, introducing MEMA Chief Communications Officer Malary White - 01:32 About the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) - 02:28 What Malary White does at MEMA …

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Credible News That Isn't News 1:55:15

11M ago1:55:15

1:55:15

On this episode of Urban Theories, Jonah reveals he is just Dorothy trying to get home, Moose reveals he is a tech bro Mayor, and garages: do they count? Plus much more! youtube.com/@urbantheories Moose - linktr.ee/acanadianmoose Jonah - linktr.ee/thajonah

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