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Public Works Podcast

Joseph Blackman

Where you come to hear new innovative ideas in the Public Works arena. Stories, trials and tribulations and more. We highlight those who are working behind-the-scenes to keep our communities in motion.

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36:16

Kyle Stephens: Operations Support Team Manager @ City...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/12/17

Kyle is the Operations Support Team Manager at the City of Portland in Oregon. In this episdoe we chat about what his role entails and how he supports the Operations staff. We also chat about how to handle Turnover and what Demographics the current talent pool is made of. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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22:02

Christine Schneider: Laboratory Analyst at Benton...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Christine is the Laboratory Analyst at Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority in Arkansas. In this episode we chat about what she does in her role and how it is heavy on Operations Support. We also cover topics like her affinity for analyzing water and how her career is forming through volunteerism. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Enjoyed the show? Support by buying me a Burger here: buymeacoffee.com/josephblackman

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73:55

Jerrold Crowder: Organizational Development...

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2024/11/22

Jerrold is the Organizational Development Consultant at the City of Phoenix in Arizona. In this episode we chat about his career path and how he went from broadcasting to consulting. We also talked about how one can excel at being an Internal Org Dev Consultant and the difference from being an outside consultant. Also we discuss all the good things that the NFBPA is doing and how to support. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Enjoyed the show? Support

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40:45

Sheldon Primus: CEO ShelBrough Safety, LLC &...

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2024/11/01

Sheldon was a former WWTP Supervisor and morphed into a Safety Consultant. In this episode we chat about how he got into his career and his current lifestyle of living abroad. Sheldon is a believer in Soft Skills and credits his diverse career path to his success in Self-Employment. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Enjoyed the show? Support by buying me a Burger here: buymeacoffee.com/josephblackmanBecome a supporter of this podcast:

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54:51

James Golden: CEO of Pavement Management Group

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/11/01

James is the CEO of Pavement Management Group. In this episdoe we chat about his path into the industry and how he has grown his company over the years into what it is today. We also cover topics like internships and how his company has carved out a niche in the market. James has mastered being authentically himself and operating a passion. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. For more info: http://pavementmanagementgroup.com/Enjoyed the show? Support

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38:51

Kevin Johnson: DPW Director @ Macomb Townhship, MI

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2024/11/01

Kevin is the DPW Director of Macomb Townhship in Michigan. In this episdoe we chat about how his Township is structured and how it may be unique. We also chat about his knack for Regional Collaboration and how his career path from striping ball-fields in the city to now being the Director. Kevins billboard statement is "Invest in today for a brighter tomorrow." Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Enjoyed the show? Support by buying me a Burger here:

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43:40

Jamie Schellens: National Sales Manager @ ACARI...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/11/01

Jamie is the National Sales Manager with ACARI Engineering Co. In this episdoe we chat about joining his fathers company and all that entails with working with family. We also cover topics like innovation and manufacturing and the direction ACARI is headed in our industry. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.For more info: http://www.acariproducts.com/

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49:40

Noe Martinez: Public Works Engineering Manager @...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/10/28

Noe Martinez is a Public Works Engineering Manager at the City of Brighton in Colorado. Noe and I chat about his journey into his current position and some of the misconceptions he receives from what he does. Coming from South Central LA and now in Brighton CO, Noe has unique view on working within his communitty. We also cover topics like Speed Bumps and Pickup Lines to meet your wife on the trail. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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45:01

Emily Lewis: Water Lawyer; Strategic Projects;...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/10/28

Emily is an attorney with Clyde Snow & Sessions with a focus on Water. And that is eactly what we do, is on Water. We chat about the difference between Water Laws on the East side of the country vs the West side. We also cover topics like ownership, liability, and the difference between Water Rules and Water Quality Rules. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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49:06

Harry Ladisheff: Fluidized Bed Incinerator Operator @...

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2024/10/09

Harry is the Fluidized Bed Incinerator Operator at Bayshore Regional Sewerage Authority in New Jersey. We chat about all things incineration and what he did leading up to his current position. We also chat about his involvement with his local WEF association and how his involvement has widened his skillsets. We cover topics like biosolids and the history of inceneration. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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42:23

Amesha Morris: Stormwater Knowledge Manager @ Acorn...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/10/09

Amesha Morris is the Stormwater Knowledge Manager at Acorn EnviroComply. In this episode we talked about her career path to founding her company Acorn EnviroComply and all she has done leading up to today. We also chat about all-things Stormwater Training and what its like in the Stormwater Training Field. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Website Link: http://www.acornenvirocomply.com/Become a supporter of this podcast:

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59:02

Jason Sciandra: City Engineer @ City of Fort Myers, FL

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/09/24

Jason is the City Engineer for the City of Fort Myers in Florida. In this episode we chat about different types of City Government structures and how every City is different. We cover topics like Organizational S.O.P's and Artificial Intelligence for Capital Improvement. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/public-works-podcast--3064636/support.

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20:38

Hailie Hix: Water Resource Recovery Facility Operator...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/09/24

Hailie is the Water Resource Recovery Facility Operator at the City of San Luis Obispo in California. In this episode we talk about what its like to work while your plant is constantly being upgraded and also how she works in tune with her other operational co-workers. She wants to spread the messsage of "Dont flush the unflushables".Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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39:35

Laura Vidal and Lowell Huffman from 120Water

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/09/04

Laura Vidal and Lowell Huffman from 120Water. In this special episode we chat about all things Lead and Copper Rule. They explain how 120 is at the forefront of helping our underserved communities stay within compliance of Federal Regulations. We also conver topics like PFAS and adoption of new technoligies in our industry. Give the show a listen and check out 120water.com for more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/public-works-podcast--3064636/support.

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40:20

David Skuodas: Design, Construction and Maintenance...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/08/06

David is the Design, Construction and Maintenance Director At Mile High Flood District in Denver Colorado. In this episdoe we chat about the larger "Why" for the Mile High Flood District and also how David navigated his way to his current position. We also cover the concept of his book and what spurred him to write it. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Find his book here:

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37:32

Phil Tucker and Amanda Smith: MEWEA

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Amanda is the Director of Water Quality Management in Bangor Maine and Phil is the Superintendant of York Sewer District. In this episode we chat about legislation, politics and the challenge of bio-solid disposal. We also cover topics like wet wipes and alos how to justify your position. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/public-works-podcast--3064636/support.

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27:29

Jodi Moon: Senior Historical Analyst at Salt River...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Jodi is the Senior Historical Analyst at Salt River Project in Arizona. If you were wondering what a historian does in this industry, give the show a listen. Want to hear about some of the challanges of having everything ever captured on file, give the show a listen. If you want to hear from the coolest, most chill historian ever, give the show a listen. Also, remember to thank your local Public Works professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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37:57

Roy Tal: Chief Technology Officer @ CITYROVER

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Roy is the Chief Technology Officer at CITYROVER. CITYROVER empowers their partners in the public sector to operate and maintain infrastructure better. They work together with professionals in transportation and public works, using artificial intelligence and data, to enable digital transformation, and modernize local government operations. Roy and I chat about what his service does and what problems it solves for our communities. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works

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48:14

Christina Jackson: Senior Codes Compliance Inspector...

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Christina is the Senior Codes Compliance Inspector Supervisor at the City of Newport News in Virginia. In this episode we chat about what all a Senior Codes Compliance Inspector does and what the day-to-day activities include. Also she gives great insight on how to handle certain situations while on the job working in the community. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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46:02

TJ Suiter: President of Hydro Products Corp.

Public Works Podcast ·

2024/07/17

TJ is the President of Hydro Products Corp. He is most know for his invention of the Vanguard Pathogen Defense System. In this episode we chat about all things pathogens and the difference between Cleanliness and Sanitization. We also chat about common misconceptions of the industry and building a business in today business climate. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Find more at http://www.vanguard-systems.us/Become a supporter of this podcast:

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