Inside ODOT Podcast

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Latest Episodes:

Making the Mitchell Point Tunnel - Brooke Running, Engineering Geologist Nov 15, 2024

In this segment of the Making the Mitchell Point Tunnel, we talk to Brooke Running, an Engineering Geologist.

Making the Mitchell Point Tunnel - Terra Lingley, ODOT Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Coordinator Nov 15, 2024

In this segment of the Making the Mitchell Point Tunnel series, we hear from Terra Lingley, ODOT's Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Coordinator.

Episode 13: Highschool to Highway Program, Real ID and DMV budget updates Sep 20, 2024

Welcome to episode 13 of the Inside ODOT podcast! In this episode: -Hayden Lowe and Dylan Obersinner share their experiences from the Highschool to Highway Program. -How to secure your Real ID before the federal deadline next May. -Guest interviewer and public information officer Chris Crabb speaks to DMV Administrator Amy Joyce about what’s happening with the division. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): Oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 12: A deep dive into ODOT’s structural revenue problems (and how to fix them) Jul 31, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast! In this episode: -Liz McIntire interviews Tana Libby-Hewlett, training and communications project manager for ODOT’s Delivery and Operations Division, about their shared experience at this year’s ACEC conference. -Audio from ODOT’s video explaining the agency’s maintenance funding issues, “Why Transportation Agencies Are Cutting Maintenance.” -Guest interviewer Anna Howe of ODOT Communications speaks to Travis Brouwer about the agency’s structural funding issues and how we’re working to solve them long-term. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 11: Career reflections, plus lessons from Take Your Child to Work Day Jun 21, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: Guest co-host Aaron Kelber interviews ODOT staff about their jobs for Take Your Child to Work Day. Resident Engineer for Construction Carolyn Heniges talks about her career, just in time for International Women in Engineering Day. Liz McIntire interviews Vivian Payne, who retired after most recently leading the Maintenance Service Section of the Maintenance and Operations Branch, about her more than 40 years working with ODOT. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 10: Oregon safety symposium, safety break, and on-scene rapid response May 31, 2024

In this episode: Beau Appling, Region 3 Incident Responder, describes a day in the life of an incident responder. Director Kris Stickler talks about this year’s Safety Break theme: Safety 24/7. Kristina Baldwin, Silverton High School Student, shares about her winning billboard design. Mike Kimlinger, ODOT’s Chief Engineer, gives a behind the scenes look at creating a student contest. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 9: Dispatch career retrospective, crash safety tips, and a close call with a falling tree Mar 25, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: -An ODOT Incident Responder shares 5 safety tips if you’re in a crash. -Region 3 Incident Responder Beau Appling remembers the tree that fell on his truck. -Arleigh Mooney, Region 4 Telecom and Dispatch Supervisor, talks about her long career in dispatch. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx Links: Video: 5 Safety Tips from an ODOT Incident Responder Video: Region 3 Incident Responder Beau Appling Video: ODOT Origins: Arleigh Mooney

Episode 8: Preventing Human Trafficking, and climate change resiliency Feb 20, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: ODOT Motor Carrier Enforcement Officer shares how educating our staff and building relationships with our trucking partners helps prevent human trafficking. ODOT staff and consultants prepare for an upcoming viaduct restoration project along Historic Colombia River Highway. Paris Edwards, Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience Specialist, talks with Matt Noble about ODOT’s new Climate Adaptation and Resilience Roadmap. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 7: Learn about landslides, winter driving tips, and flags on the Fremont Bridge Dec 12, 2023

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast: An ODOT maintenance crew member shares five tips for driving in the snow. Crew members who have the audacious task of raising the flag at the top of the Fremont Bridge talk about the experience. Engineering Geology Program Lead Curran Mohney talks with Matt Noble about landslides and more. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Episode 6: ADA Delivery Program, roundabouts, and a ‘Fresh Perspective’ Nov 06, 2023

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: Learn more about roundabouts and their safety and efficiency benefits. Hear a Fresh Perspective from our new Region 2 South Public Information Officer Mindy McCartt. Hear about our ADA Delivery Program and how the team is working to improve access for all. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Inside ODOT Episode 5: Suicide Prevention in Construction, Engagement Survey, and Jackson Scholar Sep 07, 2023

Episode 5: Suicide Prevention in the Construction Industry, Engagement Survey Reminder, and our latest Jackson Scholar Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. Content warning: In this episode, we discuss suicide risk and prevention. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text the national 988 crisis line. In this episode: Learn about our upcoming Employee Engagement Survey, which launches Sept. 12 Meet our latest Jackson Scholar, Simon Obery Hear a conversation about risks of suicide in the construction industry and the work being done to help, a preview of a conversation that will continue at ODOT’s Fall Forum Oct. 4 Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Inside ODOT Episode 4: Transportation Emissions, Culturally Modified Trees, and ODOT Origins Aug 03, 2023

Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: Hear Chi Mai’s ODOT Origin Story. Learn about Culturally Modified Trees and our work with them. Explore the new transportation emissions website with Matt Noble and Tara Weidner. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Inside ODOT Episode 3: Employee Resource Groups and Opening McKenzie Pass Jun 30, 2023

Episode 3: Learn about Employee Resource Groups and what it takes to open McKenzie Pass Welcome to the latest episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: Hear from Kacey Davey and Stacy Robinson on what it takes to clear OR 242 McKenzie Pass and get it open safely Assistant Director for Equity and Civil Rights Erika McCalpine talks about the launch of Employee Resource Groups at ODOT this summer and the importance of belonging. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Inside ODOT Episode 2: Talking Safety with Mac Lynde Apr 18, 2023

Episode 2: Delivery & Operations Administrator Mac Lynde reflects on safety Welcome to our second episode of the Inside ODOT podcast. In this episode: Sally Ridenour shares how ODOT joined the Equity in Infrastructure Program in D.C. in March Kacey Davey tells the story of teams coming together across Region 4 after a traffic signal was taken out in a crash Liz McIntyre interviews Delivery & Operations Administrator Mac Lynde at the first Oregon Safety Symposium, and he and other attendees share what they wish Oregon drivers knew. Show notes (some links will only be available to ODOT employees): www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

Inside ODOT Episode 1: Meet the Podcast Mar 07, 2023

Welcome to our inaugural episode. Why a podcast? To reach our ODOT coworkers not stationed at a desk, of course! Maybe you process information you hear more than what you read. It’s nice to hear the voices of ODOT, in their own voices. In our inaugural episode; Region 3 Manager Darrin Neavoll takes us on a tour of his ODOT career with his Origins story. Assistant Director of Government and External Relations Lindsay Baker talks with Internal Communications Coordinator Sarah Kelber about Governor Kotek’s priority of customer service and the legislative landscape. “Thank you for continuing to be the face of our agency, and for continuing to show up and serve every single Oregonian the way that we do.” Show notes: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/About/Pages/IO-podcast.aspx

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