Highlander Podcast (Outdoor Product Design & Development)
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| 29 Sep 2020 | John Wadley, Director of Special Projects at Altra Footwear | Highlander Podcast | 00:45:56 | |
John Wadley, Director of Special Projects at Altra Footwear (VF Corporation), joins the Intro to Product Creation Class in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program to talk about sustainability in product design. Connect with John on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwadley/ Learn more about Altra on their website: For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | Jaimus Tailor Talks Upcycling with Sustainability Class | Highlander Podcast | 00:51:12 | |
On this episode Jaimus Tailor, founder and creative director of Greater Goods talks to students about his pathway into the world of product design and the upside as well as limitations of upcycling. Greater Goods https://www.instagram.com/greater.goods/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | Salomon x NASA Collaboration with Utah State University | 00:51:42 | |
Dr. Julie Lamarra a faculty member in OPDD and Scott Betty, VP of Footwear and Gear at Salomon North America talk about their recent collaboration, challenging students to explore opportunities to integrate NASA materials and technologies into the Salomon line. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 27 Sep 2022 | Laura Miera & Randy Verniers Former VPs @ Marmot | History of Gear | 01:03:42 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, two Marmot alums, Laura Miera, the VP of Technical Product Development and Randy Verniers, VP of International Sales talk about the early days of the company, the transition from domestic to international production, and the evolution of brands that go through multiple acquisitions. Laura Miera Collection at Utah State University: https://archiveswest.orbiscascade.org/ark:80444/xv347236 Watch these conversations on YouTube!
Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 07 Jun 2024 | Randy Merrell | Founder of Merrell | History of Gear | 01:04:38 | |
Randy Merrell, founder of Merrell and the Merrell Foot Lab, talks about his ties to Utah State University, custom boot making, and the founding of Merrell. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Charles Ross | Lecturer @ Royal College of Art | Outdoor Product Design & Development | 01:14:24 | |
Charles Ross, a Lecturer at the Royal College of Art in London, talks to OPDD students about sustainability, performance apparel, and reducing consumption. https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-ross-1464714/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 23 Aug 2021 | Laura Smith, Director of Apparel Development, Black Diamond | Highlander Podcast | 00:56:15 | |
Laura Smith, Director of Apparel Development at Black Diamond talks about the ins and outs of development and how developers work with design and product management to bring product to market. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 23 Jul 2020 | Veronica Villhard, Footwear Innovation Designer, Under Armour / OPDD Alumni | Highlander Podcast | 01:08:38 | |
Veronica Villhard, a Footwear Innovation Designer with Under Armour and OPDD alumni (Class of 2019) shares her experience working in industry post graduation, the transition from office to at home work, and what she’s learned during her first year in industry.
Connect with Veronica on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/vvillhard/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 17 Aug 2020 | Matthew Betcher, Creative Director at Allied Feather & Down | Highlander Podcast | 00:49:58 | |
Matthew Betcher, Creative Director for Allied Feather & Down, shares the changes coming to materials supply chains due to COVID, natural down versus synthetic, and Allied’s new traceability and sustainability tools. Learn more about Allied at their website and access their traceability tool! Connect with Matthew on Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-betcher-9214676a/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | Jack Gilbert | Founder of Mountain Hardwear and former VP at The North Face and President at Sierra Designs | History of Gear | 00:54:16 | |
Jack Gilbert, former Vice President at The North Face and President of Sierra Designs and founder of Mountain Hardwear, joins the podcast to talk the history of gear. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Chelsea Morley | Product Designer & Developer @ Little Unicorn | 00:50:43 | |
Chelsea Morley, Product Designer and Developer at Little Unicorn, and OPDD alum, talks to students about the role of a developer and other lessons from working on a product team. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 29 Jun 2021 | Mushroom Moment: Lisa Dougherty, Content Director at RANGE | Highlander Podcast | 00:39:33 | |
On this episode we talk with Lisa Dougherty, Content Director at Range about mushrooms. We talk about their rise in popularity and how they are increasingly being used as a material in consumer products, starting with mushroom leather. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-dougherty-62b1aa25/ https://www.instagram.com/lady_maxx/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | Outdoor History Summit: Research Panel | History of Gear | 00:53:52 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, we share a panel discussion, led by Dr. Rachel Gross, between outdoor historians including Dr. Phoebe Young, Sarah Pickman, and Jesse Ritner. Dr. Rachel Gross Dr. Phoebe Young https://www.colorado.edu/history/phoebe-s-k-young Sarah Pickman Jesse Ritner Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd
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| 29 Jun 2020 | Bruce Johnson / Jack Stephenson’s Warmlite | History of Gear | 00:43:55 | |
Bruce Johnson joins the podcast for another History of Gear Series to talk about the Jack Stephenson's Warmlite. We talk about the influence of the eccentric founder, aerospace engineer, and naturist, and the impact of his innovations bringing new materials to products like the Jack Pack and the Elliptical Arch (tunnel) tent. Learn more about the company and their products on their website. Read more about Jack Stephenson and Warmlite on the History of Gear website. http://www.oregonphotos.com/Warmlite1.html Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Stine Danielle | Artist & Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow | Outdoor History Summit | 00:22:29 | |
Stine Danielle, an artist who specializes in centering the voices of people of color in outdoor spaces speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and her research as a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow. Stine Danielle https://www.instagram.com/stine__danielle/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 24 Apr 2024 | Carmela Montenegro | DEI Consultant | 00:47:51 | |
Carmela Montenegro, a DEI consultant with experience working with brands like REI, spoke with students about company culture, values, and how to determine whether a brand aligns with your goals as a potential employee. Carmela Montenegro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmela-montenegro/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 18 Sep 2020 | Alan Tabor, Co-Founder of Mountain Hardwear | History of Gear | 00:52:15 | |
On this episode of our History of Gear Series, Alan Tabor joins the pod to talk about his place in co-founding Mountain Hardwear, the history of gear in the Bay Area, and his contributions to the Outdoor Recreation Archive at Utah State. Learn more about Al’s work at http://altabor.org/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 15 May 2020 | Dave Gibson - Industrial Designer / Dave Gibson Creative - Freelancing in the age of COVID | Highlander Podcast | 00:41:54 | |
Dave Gibson is an industrial designer and owner of Dave Gibson Creative, a product design studio focused on outdoor product design as well as a faculty member teaching at Wenzhou-Kean University. We talk with Gibson about his life and work currently, working and teaching in China, and freelancing tips in the age of COVID. Keep up with Dave on Instagram, LinkedIn and at his website! https://www.linkedin.com/in/davebgibson/ https://www.instagram.com/davegibsoncreative/ http://www.davegibsoncreative.com/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 07 Dec 2020 | Brian Kelley / National Parks Maps Archive | History of Gear | 00:47:37 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear Series, we talk with Brian Kelley, photographer, non-profit founder, and creator of the National Parks Maps archive project. We talk about his archival projects, how the National Parks Maps project inspired the Outdoor Recreation Archive, and his non-profit initiatives. Follow Brian and his projects on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/npsmaps/ https://www.instagram.com/briankelleyphoto/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/gatheringgrowth/?hl=en For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | Bob Howe | Tent Designer | History of Gear | 00:22:56 | |
Bob Howe, the tent designer behind iconic tents from Early Winters, Sierra Designs, and The North Face, talks about his career in the outdoor industry. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 09 Mar 2020 | Levi Bassett - Shooting Sports Training Manager at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources | Highlander Podcast | 00:31:37 | |
Levi Bassett, Shooting Sports Training Manager for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources joins the podcast to talk shooting sports in Utah and the Willy Wapiti Smokepole Biathlon, a black powder rifle competition held at Hardware Ranch. Stay in touch with Levi (levibassett@utah.gov) and subscribe here to find out more about Utah Division of Wildlife Resources events! Read about the most recent Smokepole Biathlon here! Find more information about the Cache Valley Shooting Range here. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Andrea Kelly | Founder and CEO of Make Plus Equal | USU Outdoor Product Design & Development | 00:48:22 | |
Andrea Kelly, founder and CEO of Make Plus Equal, talks with students about her experience as a product manager and merchandiser, working for companies like Columbia Sportswear and Nike. https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-c-kelly/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 20 Oct 2022 | Dr. Rachel Gross | Outdoor History Summit 2022 | History of Gear | 00:24:49 | |
Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado-Denver speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and research on the history of big box and specialty retail in the outdoor industry. Dr. Gross was a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow. Dr. Rachel Gross Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 09 Jul 2020 | Daleboot / Utah’s custom ski boot maker | History of Gear | 00:40:57 | |
Mike Sheets, Sales Manager at Daleboot shares the history and founding of Daleboot by Mel Dalebout in 1969, his innovations to ski boot making, and the lasting impact of this Utah based ski company. Learn more about Daleboot at their website, http://www.daleboot.com/en. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 07 Jan 2020 | Nordic United, President, Gino Pearson - Snowsports in Logan | Highlander Podcast | 00:35:58 | |
Gino Pearson, President of Nordic United, talks about the importance of human-powered, winter recreation like backcountry and cross-country skiing, snow biking, snowshoeing, trail running and more. Learn more about Nordic United at their website. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify. Visit us at Highlandermag.com Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram. | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | Greg Thomsen | Founder @ Wilderness Experience and Outdoor Executive at Nike / Adidas | Outdoor Product Design & Development | 00:46:00 | |
Greg Thomsen, founder of Wilderness Experience and the force behind the creation of Nike ACG and Adidas Outdoor (US), shares his experience as an executive in the outdoor industry and talks to students about the qualities of great product teams. https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregthomsen/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | Dick Tracy | Plastic Buckle Inventor | History of Gear | 01:03:08 | |
Dick Tracy, inventor and innovator, talks about his contributions to the outdoor industry including the invention of the plastic buckle in a world dominated by metal fasteners. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Robert Thomas | Senior Director / USA @ Arc’teryx | 00:46:42 | |
Robert Thomas, Senior Director - USA for Arc’teryx, talks with students about the qualities of a great product line manager and PLMs as the hub of the product creation process. Robert Thomas | LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberthomas/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Bodily / CMF Designer / Skullcandy | Highlander Podcast | 00:29:02 | |
On this episode, we talk to OPDD alumni Rachel Bodily (Class of 2020) about her role as a CMF Designer for Skullcandy. We talk about finding a job during COVID, the transition from college to industry, and the day to day of a color, materials, and finish designer. Keep up with Rachel on LinkedIn and Instagram. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-bodily-16a0a317b/ https://www.instagram.com/rachelbodily_/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 08 Aug 2020 | Jack Kirkham / Owner of Springbar Tents - Utah’s oldest tentmaker | History of Gear | 01:00:49 | |
Jack Kirkham, owner of Springbar Tents, joins the History of Gear Series to talk about the oldest tentmaker in Utah, his father’s passion for making great product, and how they’ve continued to make heritage USA made tents. Learn more about Springbar Tents at their website: For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 01 Apr 2021 | Outdoor Update: 04-01-21 - Utah Outdoor Summit / ENVE Builds Bike Frames / OIA Outdoor Participation | Highlander Podcast | 00:13:08 | |
On this episode we share some of the latest news from the outdoor industry! The Utah Outdoor Summit Comes to LOGAN / September 22-23 Cotopaxi x Hoka Torrent 2 Launches https://www.cotopaxi.com/collections/hoka-x-cotopaxi OIA Outdoor Participation Report https://outdoorindustry.org/resource/2021-special-report-new-outdoor-participant-covid-beyond/ Outside Business Journal: Supply Chain Disruptions Outside Business Journal: ENVE to Make Frames in Utah
Outdoor Recreation Archive Features Hypebeast: Gear Patrol https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/a35941403/dead-outdoor-gear-brands/ Outsider's Store https://www.outsidersstore.com/interview-outdoorrecarchive @outdoorrecarchive - https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | MyMedic Design Sprint / Evan Howard & Molly Gurr | Highlander Podcast | 00:57:18 | |
On this episode we talk with Evan Howard, Senior VP of Design & Development at MyMedic and Molly Gurr and OPDD student about the recent design sprint where students envisioned the future of first aid and recovery products. Molly Gurr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-gurr-4351311a7/ Evan Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhowarddesigner/ Watch these conversations on YouTube!
Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 21 Dec 2020 | Mark Erickson & Jan Fletcher / Former Product Leaders at The North Face | History of Gear | 01:58:06 | |
Mark Erickson, one of the first designers at The North Face and Jan Fletcher, who led the company’s production efforts, join the History of Gear Series to talk about the early days of the company and their contributions to the outdoor industry. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 18 May 2020 | Bruce Johnson / Holubar | History of Gear | 00:58:25 | |
Bruce "Old Gear" Johnson, an outdoor industry and gear historian shares his insights into the founding of Holubar and the influence of two of the industry's two great pioneers, Roy and Alice Holubar. Learn more about Holubar at: http://www.oregonphotos.com/Holubar1.html Learn more about at: https://opdd.usu.edu/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 10 May 2021 | Doug Heinrich, VP Product Development at Kuhl | Highlander Podcast | 00:57:38 | |
On this episode we talk with Doug Heinrich, VP of Development at Kuhl. Doug talks about the role of a designer, what he looks for in portfolios, and the differences working for a private or public company. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 13 Feb 2020 | Primaloft - Travis West, Product Marketing - Synthetic insulation and future materials | Highlander Podcast | 00:27:49 | |
Travis West, a product marketing associate from Primaloft, makers of synthetic insulation for the outdoor industry, joins the podcast to talk materials innovation, synthetic vs natural insulation, and more! Learn more at primaloft.com. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram. | |||
| 22 Jan 2020 | International Fly Fishing Film Festival - Tyler Coleman, Show Organizer - Outdoor Film in Logan | Highlander Podcast | 00:29:50 | |
Tyler Coleman, organizer of the local showing of the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4) in Logan joins the pod to talk fly fishing, the importance of outdoor film, as well as some of his work in with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. The Film Festival starts on January 30th, 2020. Get your tickets at https://www.showclix.com/event/if42020loganut/tag/widget For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify. Visit us at Highlandermag.com Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram. | |||
| 14 Jul 2020 | Neil Schwartz, Head of Insights - TGP Insights - Data Driven Decisions | Highlander Podcast | 00:49:45 | |
Neil Schwartz, founder of TGP Insights. Neil shares his perspective on the future of the outdoor and active markets post-COVID and the importance of data driven decisions. Connect with Neil on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-schwartz-96a4816/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 17 May 2024 | Ron Smith | Founder of American Outdoor Products - Backpacker's Pantry | History of Gear | 00:43:42 | |
Ron Smith, founder of American Outdoor Products, talks about the history of backpacking food, buying Dri-Lite and turning it into what is now Backpacker’s Pantry, and 75 years of outdoor food. https://backpackerspantry.com/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 02 Mar 2020 | Judd Armstrong, Founder of Jaybird | Highlander Podcast | 00:46:16 | |
Judd Armstrong, Founder of Jaybird (pioneers in wireless headphone technology) the founding of the company, how he took it from idea to one of the top three headphone companies in the country, how he sold it for close to $100M, and how to make truly innovative product. Keep up with everything Judd is working on at juddarmstrong.com and on Instagram @juddarmstrong. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 07 Oct 2020 | Carly Lansche, Cache Valley's New Cache Trails Planner | Highlander Podcast | 00:38:17 | |
Carly Lansche, the new Cache Trails Planner for Cache County, Utah shares her excitement trails opportunities in Cache Valley, her background in trails and active transportation, and the future of outdoor recreation in northern Utah! Connect with Carly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-lansche-537225139/ Learn more about Cache Trails on their website: https://trails.cachecounty.org/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/
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| 04 Dec 2023 | Katie Hargrave & Meredith Laura Lynn | Professors and 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows | Outdoor History Summit 2023 | 00:29:53 | |
Katie Hargrave, Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Meredith Laura Lynn, Assistant Professor at Florida State University, talk at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about their experience in the archive this summer as 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows and the tent research and art they are creating. Connect with Katie and Meredith! https://www.instagram.com/katie_hargrave_/ https://www.instagram.com/meredithlauralynn/ https://www.katiehargrave.com/ https://www.meredithlauralynn.com/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 11 May 2020 | Don Wittenberger & Eric Hardee / The Yak Works & Rivendell Mountain Works | History of Gear | 01:04:37 | |
Don Wittenberger, founder of the Yak Works and owner of Rivendell Mountain Works and Eric Hardee (RMW) talk about these historic brands, their influence of soft pack design, and their impact on the industry. Learn more about the Yak Works and Rivendell Mountain Works on Bruce Johnson’s History of Gear website. Correction: Wittenberger misspoke on the podcast and said the original name of the Yak Works was Wilderness Experience when he meant to say, Wilderness Outfitters. http://www.oregonphotos.com/Yak1.html http://www.oregonphotos.com/Rivendell-1.html Rivendell products are still sold at: https://www.rivendellmountainworks.com/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 19 Jul 2021 | Beaver Theodosakis, Founder of prAna | History of Gear | 01:17:51 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Beaver Theodosakis, founder of prAna. We talk about how he and his wife pam built the company from their garage to selling it to Columbia Sportswear Company. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 30 Sep 2021 | Bear 100 (2019) - Leland Barker / Race Director and Founder | Highlander Podcast | 00:28:17 | |
The Bear100 is a annual tradition in Cache Valley that brings ultramarathoners from around the country, and even globally, to run the Cache-Wasatch Range. The race took place just last week, so we thought it would be a good time to break out a 2019 interview with the founder and race director, Leland Barker. Check out the story about the race from Highlander Magazine as well! https://highlandermag.usu.edu/good-weather-and-fast-finishes/ Learn more about the Bear100 on their website: For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 18 Jul 2022 | Dominique Showers, VP of ReBird @ Arc’teryx | Highlander Podcast | 00:50:49 | |
On this episode, Dominque showers, VP of ReBird, the circularity program at Arc’teryx, talks with students about upcycling, circularity, and what the company is doing to address sustainability issues in the past while building a roadmap to the future. Dominique Showers LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquemorisset/ ReBird https://arcteryx.com/us/en/explore/rebird/
Watch these conversations on YouTube!
Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 17 May 2021 | Abigail Stern / Owner + Designer at Matek | Highlander Podcast | 01:01:48 | |
On this episode, Abigail Stern, Owner and Designer of Matek talks about breaking into the skiwear industry, the outdoors and fashion, and her work reinventing base layers. Connect with Abigail on Instagram and her website. https://www.instagram.com/matek.clothing/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. The Highlander Podcast is written, hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Logan, Utah. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, or Podbean. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | John Mead | President @ Adventure 16 | History of Gear | 01:09:23 | |
John Mead, President of Adventure 16, joins the History of Gear and talks about the early days of the retailer, their contributions to backpack and tent innovation, and the legacy of the brand to this day. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 07 Jun 2021 | Jim & Greg Thomsen / Founders of Wilderness Experience | History of Gear | 01:57:02 | |
On this episode of our history of gear series we talk with Wilderness Experience co-founders Jim & Greg Thomsen. We talk about their experience breaking into the industry, taking a company public and their experience in senior leadership at companies like VF Corporation, Nike, and Adidas. Follow Wilderness Experience on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/wildernessexperience1971/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, or Podbean. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 08 Jul 2021 | History of Gear Series: Dave Moore, Heritage & Digital Asset Manager / Carhartt | Highlander Podcast | 01:04:10 | |
On this episode of our History of Gear Series we talk with Dave Moore, the Heritage and Digital Asset Manager for Carhartt. We talk about the ROI of historic preservation, the history of the Carhartt collection, and his personal journey into working in corporate archives.
https://www.instagram.com/archive_dave/ https://www.carhartt.com/carhartt-history
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Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.
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| 16 Sep 2020 | Jeff Keller, Founder of LOTOJA and Sunrise Cyclery | Highlander Podcast | 00:35:59 | |
On this episode we share a 2019 interview with Jeff Keller, founder of Sunrise Cyclery and the Logan to Jackson (LOTOJA) bike race. We talk about how he started the race over 30+ years ago and how the race is the longest standing and longest by distance USA Cycling sanctioned events in the country. Check out Sunrise and LOTOJA on their websites. https://www.sunrisecyclery.net/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 24 Apr 2020 | Lena Laakso - Specialized, HR Business Partner - Outdoor industry landscape amid COVID-19 | Highlander Podcast | 00:37:00 | |
Lena Laakso, a HR Business Partner for Specialized joins the podcast to talk about how COVID-19 has impacted the business, her perspective from human resources and how employees and brands are adapting during this time. Connect with Lena on Linkedin! https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/lenalaakso For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 20 Nov 2020 | Outdoor Update: 11/19/20 - Traeger Grills Expands, Mars Buys KIND, and is VF Going to Buy Reebok? | Highlander Podcast | 00:07:58 | |
On this episode we share some of the latest news from the outdoor industry! Hypebeast Features the Outdoor Recreation Archive at USU https://hypebeast.com/2020/11/outdoor-recreation-archive-utah-university-interview Traeger Grills Adding 120 Jobs in SLC, Utah the Next 7 Years Reebok Rumors Continue Anta Acquires Amer in 2018 Mars Buys KIND https://sgbonline.com/kind-bars-acquired-by-mars/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 13 Dec 2021 | Leander Angerer, Founder of Racing Atelier | Highlander Podcast | 00:50:48 | |
Leander Angerer, Creative and Founder behind Racing Atelier, talks about blending synthetic and natural materials to create beautiful and functional handmade packs in Bavaria. https://www.instagram.com/racingatelier/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd
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| 02 May 2022 | Beirne Chisolm / Co-Founder of The Band | History of Gear | 01:04:22 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Beirne Chisolm, co-founder of The Band. We talk about how he and his brother Greg broke into the accessories business with their watchband, the early Utah outdoor industry, and his motivations for continuing to work in this industry. Beirne Chisolm https://www.linkedin.com/in/beirne-chisolm-2407a5111/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 25 Mar 2021 | Lauren Voigt, Talent Acquisition Partner, Backcountry.com | Highlander Podcast | 00:38:22 | |
On this episode Lauren Voigt, a Talent Acquisition Partner at Backcountry.com, talks to the OPDD Industry Seminar class. She talks about the culture of the company, the growth of their owned brands team, and tips and tricks for nailing the interview. Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn and learn more about Backcountry at backcountry.com. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-voigt/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | Clint Pumphrey | Manuscript Curator @ Outdoor Recreation Archive and USU Special Collections | Outdoor History Summit 2023 | 00:25:37 | |
Clint Pumphrey, Manuscript Curator and one of the minds behind the Outdoor Recreation Archive at Utah State University, gives a report on the state of the archive for 2023 at this year’s Outdoor History Summit. Follow the archive on Instagram and check on the collection on our website! https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/ https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | Conrad Anker | Climbing Legend | History of Gear Series | 01:10:41 | |
Climbing legend Conrad Anker speaks at the Outdoor Recreation Archive Kamp Kit Exhibit opening at Utah State University. Anker talks about the history of the outdoor industry, the evolution of gear, and the challenges of a changing climate for product designers. Conrad Anker Website MEDIA: Utah State Today Utah Statesman https://usustatesman.com/guest-column-special-collections-opdd-help-students-meet-their-heroes/ Herald Journal Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd
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| 28 Mar 2023 | Elizabeth Goodspeed | The Casual Archivist | History of Gear | 00:57:24 | |
Elizabeth Goodspeed, a designer and the Casual Archivist joins the History of Gear to talk about how she incorporates archives into her process, archives as ingredients, and how designers can find better inspiration. Check out the Casual Archivist newsletter, follow Elizabeth on social, and take a look at the list of archives she’s compiled. http://elizabethgoodspeed.com/newsletter https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_goodspeed/ https://twitter.com/domesticetch https://www.are.na/elizabeth-goodspeed/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 10 Jun 2020 | Cache Archers | Highlander Podcast | 00:30:32 | |
On this episode we talk with Shawn Hansen (Treasurer) and Ty Anderson (Events) of Cache Archers. We talk with them about the history of the club, dating back to the 1950s, the growth of archery in the state, and the Hardware Ranch Classic. Learn more at https://www.cachearchers.com/. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 27 Dec 2022 | Rhonda Summer & Katherine Connolly | Under Armour | Outdoor History Summit 2022 | 00:20:05 | |
Rhonda Summer, Design Director for Men’s and Women’s Outerwear & Outdoor at Under Armour and Katherine Connolly, a Graphic Designer at Under Armour, talk about the influence of archives on the design process and the power archival collections can have to influence future work. Rhonda Summer https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondasummer/ Katherine Connolly https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-connolly/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 26 Jan 2021 | JJ Collier / Collier Brands + From Athlete to Creative | Highlander Podcast | 01:20:20 | |
JJ Collier, a professional snowboarder turned designer, shares his journey from athlete to creative and lessons learned as a senior designer at companies like Salomon, Ralph Lauren, Spyder, VF Corporation, and his own label, Collier Brands. Connect with JJ on LinkedIn, Instagram, and on his website. https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-j-collier-0ba17a11/ https://www.instagram.com/collierbrands/?hl=en For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 12 May 2022 | Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad | Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion @ On Running | 00:51:43 | |
On this episode, Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at On Running talks with students about their individual power and responsibility to create more inclusive products, experiences, and teams as future leaders in the outdoor industry. Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahrakabolinejad/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 03 May 2021 | Marilyn Moss / Former CEO and President of Moss Tents | History of Gear | 01:02:17 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear we talk with Marilyn Moss, former CEO and President of Moss Tents. We talk about her role in building a responsible, successful company and the legacy of famed tent designer and fabric artist, Bill Moss. Keep up with Marilyn on her website and check out the Bill Moss book below. http://www.marilynmmoss.com/book For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 26 May 2020 | Dr. Rachel Gross / ”From Buckskin to Gore-Tex” | History of Gear | 00:40:53 | |
Dr. Rachel Gross, professor of history and gear historian, shares her insights on the history of the outdoor industry from the buckskin era to modern day. Dr. Gross brings a unique perspective looking at the outdoor industry within the larger context of historic events. Read more of Dr. Gross’s work on her website: You can also find Dr. Gross on Twitter. https://twitter.com/rachelsgross For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | David Mydans | Tent Designer @ REI | History of Gear | 01:12:43 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with David Mydans, a legendary tent designer who got his start as an artist making product at Chouinard Equipment to becoming REI's first in-house product designer. David Mydans https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirtbagg/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | Dan Madden, Founder of Madden Equipment & Mike Valvano, Former President | History of Gear | 01:40:01 | |
Dan Madden, founder of Madden Equipment, and Mike Valvano, former President at Madden join the History of Gear to talk about how Madden stood out from other early pack companies and the rise, acquisition, sunsetting, and revival of the brand today. Madden Equipment https://www.maddenequipment.com/ Dan Madden https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmadden/ Mike Valvano https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-valvano-7480906/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 13 Apr 2020 | Bruce ”Old Gear” Johnson / History of Gear Project | History of Gear | 00:53:02 | |
Bruce “Old Gear” Johnson, a long time outdoor photographer-turned gear and product historian. Bruce talks with us virtually about the History of Gear Project that he started to preserve the history of the outdoor industry and the importance of preservation. Read more about Bruce and the History of Gear Project. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 30 Nov 2020 | Kevin Brown, Brand Historian @ WL Gore & Associates | History of Gear | 01:07:30 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear Series, we talk with Kevin Brown from the WL Gore and Associates collections and archives. We talk about the importance of corporate archives, his day to day role, how archives are utilized by various departments in the company. Learn more about WL Gore and connect with Kevin Brown on Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-brown-2a786913/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 26 Aug 2021 | Outdoor History Summit Preview | Highlander Podcast | 00:07:40 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, Chase Anderson gives a quick preview to the upcoming Outdoor History Summit, a virtual event on September 15th from 9 - 1 am MT. Sign up for the event at opdd.usu.edu/summit. Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 11 Jan 2021 | Amelia Arvesen / Freelance Journalist + Creator of Honing Her Craft | Highlander Podcast | 00:53:40 | |
Amelia Arvesen, Freelance Journalist and Creator of Honing Her Craft, talks about her pathway into a career in outdoor journalism and her latest venture telling stories about creative women. Connect with Amelia in the links below! https://www.ameliaarvesen.com/ https://honinghercraft.substack.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarvesen/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 27 Apr 2021 | Lauren Guthrie, VP Global Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Action / VF Corporation | Highlander Podcast | 00:52:18 | |
Lauren Guthrie, VP of Global Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Action at VF Corporation. Lauren talks with students about how to understand your values and the power of inclusive design. Keep up with Lauren on LinkedIn and follow VF Corporation on their website. https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenguthrie/ https://www.vfc.com/sustainability-and-responsibility/inclusion-diversity For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | Dr. Rachel Gross | Assistant Professor and Author of "Shopping All the Way to the Woods" | History of Gear | 00:41:57 | |
Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor of History at the University of Colorado Denver and one of our 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, returns to the podcast to talk about her new book, Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America. https://rachel-gross.com/my-book/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | Clare Pavelka / Corporate Archivist @ Red Wing Shoe Company | History of Gear | 00:57:58 | |
Clare Pavelka, Corporate Archivist for Red Wing Shoe Company / Vasque joins the History of Gear to talk about the origins of the Vasque archive, the intersection of brand and state / regional history, and her journey from stamp collector to brand archivist. https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-pavelka-50b0578/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 03 Feb 2020 | Grassroots Powdersurfing - Jeremy Jensen, Founder and Creator | Highlander Podcast | 00:40:56 | |
Jeremy Jensen, founder and creator of Grassroots Powdersurfing joins the pod to talk about snowsports, creating a new snow sports category, and why he surfs on snow. Learn more at powsurf.com. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram. | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | Martin Keen | Founder of KEEN | History of Gear | 00:57:09 | |
Martin Keen, the founder of KEEN, talks about the origins of the company, the development of the Newport Sandal which would revolutionize water shoes, and footwear as tools for your feet. Martin Keen Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinkeen/ Email: Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 09 Aug 2021 | Evie Moe / Former VP Design @ Cotopaxi | Highlander Podcast | 00:35:05 | |
On this episode we air a conversation with Evie Moe, formerly the VP of Design at Cotopaxi that was originally an Instagram Live in 2020. Evie is now the Senior Director of Apparel at Hoka, but the discussion about how to be creative seemed timeless and valuable today. https://www.linkedin.com/in/evie-moe/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | Todd Arenson | Founder @ Tsunami | History of Gear | 00:56:36 | |
Todd Arenson, founder of Tsunami, talks about the Utah outdoor products industry and the rise of fleece! https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-arenson-052609a/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | Jim Berryhill | Designed the First Catalog at The North Face | History of Gear | 00:14:45 | |
Jim Berryhill joins the History of Gear Series to talk about the creation of the first ever catalog from The North Face in 1966. While only working in the outdoor industry for a few short months, Jim reflects on his time with the company and a lifetime of outdoor adventures. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 28 Dec 2020 | John Sears - Vice President at Gregory Mountain Products | Highlander Podcast | 00:57:26 | |
John Sears, Vice President and General Manager at Gregory Mountain Products, speaks to Outdoor Product Design & Development about his pathway into the outdoor industry through industrial design and his work in soft goods and packs. Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-sears-5a12a927/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Ted & Greg Hine | Founders of Hine Snowbridge | History of Gear | 01:21:11 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, the Hine brothers, Ted and Greg talk about the founding of Hine Snowbridge, their time working in the pack business, the growth of bike packing, and the shift form domestic to international pack production. For a more comprehensive history of Hine Snowbridge, visit: http://tedhine.com/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Ryan Taylor | Product Line Manager @ Cotopaxi | Highlander Podcast | 00:48:49 | |
Ryan Taylor, Product Line Manager at Cotopaxi, speaks to students about how to be a great team member, the role of a PLM, and good / bad company culture. Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryantaylor95/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | Charles Ross | Performance Sportswear Specialist + Lecturer @ The Royal College of Arts | 01:15:57 | |
Charles Ross, a Performance Apparel Specialist and Lecturer at the Royal College of Art, talks to students about the challenges designers face in creating a more sustainable world and their opportunity to create real impact beyond the apparel industry. Connect with Charles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-ross-1464714/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 22 Jun 2020 | History of Gear Series: Rivendell Mountain Works with Bruce Johnson | Highlander Podcast | 00:44:43 | |
Bruce Johnson joins the podcast for another History of Gear Series to talk about the magical and mystical brand, Rivendell Mountain Works. We talk about the importance of telling the histories of the large and small brands and their influence on the industry. Check out Rivendell Mountain Works on their website: https://www.rivendellmountainworks.com/ Listen to our previous episode with the current owners below! For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 14 Dec 2020 | Jocelyn Rice / Senior Apparel Designer / Founder, Black Earth United | Highlander Podcast | 00:51:17 | |
Jocelyn Rice, a Senior Apparel Designer with experience a companies like Columbia, Nike, and Eddie Bauer, talks about her day to day as a technical designer, her work pushing for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the pathway into the industry. Learn about her work founding Black Earth United and connect with her on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelyn-r-0825b2b/ https://blackearthunitedpresents.com/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 02 Nov 2020 | Dr. LaJean Lawson, sports bra innovator | History of Gear | 00:47:14 | |
On this episode of our History of Gear Series, Dr. LaJean Lawson, USU alumni and sports bra innovator, shares the evolution of the modern sports bra, the importance of making activity more available to everyone, and her contributions to sports bra innovation. Connect with Dr. Lawson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lajean-lawson-0a65a3/ Read Dr. Lawson’s initial research, conducted at Utah State University. https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd/4039/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | Mark Paigen | Founder and Creator of Chaco | History of Gear | 00:52:36 | |
Mark Paigen, founder and inventor of Chaco, talks about the whitewater boom of the 90s and its influence on sport sandals, the creation of Gecko, which would become Chaco, and his newest venture, Tread Labs. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpaigen/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 03 Dec 2020 | Karl Brown / Logan-Based Sneaker Customizer | Highlander Podcast | 00:15:17 | |
Karl Brown, local sneaker customizer behind Karlz Kustomz, shares how he got into the sneaker world, turning his interest into his passion, and his goals for the business. Follow Karl to see his latest work on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/karlzkustomz/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | Drew Eakins / North American Marketing Manager @ Hestra Glove | Highlander Podcast | 00:56:06 | |
Drew Eakins, North American Marketing Manager for Hestra Gloves talks about how students can break into the industry, his role and many hats as a marketing manager, and his pathway into the outdoor industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-eakins-82566b9/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 19 Jul 2022 | Outdoor History Summit 2022 | History of Gear | 00:10:28 | |
The Outdoor History Summit brings together historians, corporate archivists, brands, and enthusiasts to talk about the history and impact of the outdoor industry. RSVP and check out the full-lineup in the link below! https://usu-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h3u7BxSfSKODasIu1WwU7w Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 03 Aug 2020 | Bruce Johnson / Evolution of Mountain Tents | History of Gear | 01:01:26 | |
Bruce Johnson joins the History of Gear Series to talk through the evolution of mountain tents from the earliest pup tents of the Civil War to the Oval Intention geodesic from the North Face.
Learn more about the the history of mountain tents on Johnson’s website. http://www.oregonphotos.com/Vintage%20tents.html
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 23 Mar 2020 | Cotopaxi - Evie Moe, VP of Design | Highlander Podcast | 00:37:41 | |
Evie Moe, the VP of Design at Cotopaxi joins the podcast to talk why she designs in the outdoor industry, her experience as a design leader at New Balance and Cotopaxi, and what products can make people feel. Check out previous episodes with conversations with Cotopaxi employees, Cori Williams (Senior Product Developer) and Ben Doxey (Product Designer and USU alum). For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Visit us at Highlandermag.com. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | Avery Trufelman | Host of Articles of Interest and a 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow | Outdoor History Summit 2023 | 00:32:46 | |
Avery Trufelman, the creator of Articles Of Interest, and one of the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, talks at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about her research in the archive and some upcoming projects she’s excited about. Subscribe to Articles of Interest wherever you listen to podcasts and subscribe to Avery’s newsletter! https://articlesofinterest.substack.com/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||
| 04 Jan 2021 | Chris El-Deiry, Owner of Mountain Equipment Research Group | Highlander Podcast | 00:53:08 | |
Chris El-Deiry, Owner of Mountain Equipment Research Group, talks about his career in field testing at Black Diamond and his current role providing field testing services for brands across the industry. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn and check out their website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-el-deiry-665934101/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 16 Nov 2020 | TEVA Product Team, Design, Development, and Product Management | Highlander Podcast | 00:59:56 | |
On this episode, the product team from TEVA speaks to the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University to talk about how they work together to bring product to market. Check out TEVA on their website. For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 23 Nov 2020 | Bruce Johnson / Early Winters | History of Gear | 01:05:25 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear Series we talk with Bruce Johnson about the history of Early Winters. We talk about the creation of the Omnipotent, the creation of the first Gore-Tex mountain parka, and the power of marketing to build an outdoor brand. Learn more about Early Winters on Bruce Johnson's website. http://www.oregonphotos.com/Early-Winters-2.html For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/ | |||
| 25 Oct 2021 | Holly Roberge / Stephanie Schaff - Senior Archive Specialists @ Reebok | History of Gear | 00:39:54 | |
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Holly Roberge and Stephanie Schaff, Senior Archive Specialists at Reebok about their entry into the world of archiving, their day to day roles, and the importance of archival work within Reebok. Holly Roberge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-roberge-69888593/ Stephanie Schaff LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/snschaff/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 21 Mar 2022 | Annie Agle / Senior Director of Impact & Sustainability @ Cotopaxi | Highlander Podcast | 00:50:18 | |
Annie Agle, Senior Director of Impact / Sustainability at Cotopaxi talks with OPDD students about the the challenges designers face when balancing performance and sustainability, why Cotopaxi focuses on using remnant fabrics, and the opportunities to build a more sustainable supply chain. Annie Agle / LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-agle-46b81825/ Watch these conversations on YouTube!
Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. | |||
| 27 Jan 2020 | CROWBAR, Backcountry Ski Mountaineering Race - Ryan Choi, Race Director | Highlander Podcast | 00:32:25 | |
Ryan Choi, Race Director for the CROWBAR, backcountry ski mountaineering race, joins the pod to talk backcountry skiing, safety in winter sports, and life as a race director. Race or watch the CROWBAR on February 8th, 2020. Sign up here! For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify. Visit us at Highlandermag.com Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram. | |||
| 06 May 2024 | Robert Jungmann | Founder of Manastash and Jungmaven | History of Gear | 00:40:04 | |
Robert Jungmann, founder of Manastash and Jungmaven, talks natural fibers, founding brands, and the early days of hemp clothing in Seattle, Washington. Robert Jungmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jungmaven/ Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries. Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/opdd Discover the Outdoor Recreation Archive on Instagram or on USU’s website. https://instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive https://library.usu.edu/archives/ora Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Episodes hosted, edited, and produced by Chase Anderson in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah. | |||