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NYSDOT & SUNY Cobleskill's Internship Program Jan 30, 2024

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The New York State Department of Transportation and SUNY Cobleskill are working together to train the next generation of skilled trades technicians in the field of diesel technology and agricultural equipment technology.

This industry is currently challenged by a sharp increase in retiring technicians, as these retirees take with them decades of applied skills and intuitional knowledge. NYSDOT and SUNY Cobleskill’s partnership is enhancing the workforce by providing a foundation of practical experience and technical skills as well as an opportunity to build networks so that students see first-hand what careers within NYSDOT are possible.

Josh and Anya are joined by DOT's Director of Fleet Administration and Support, Shane Gilchrest, assistant professor in the Agricultural Engineering Department, and Cobleskill alum, Kaden Marvin, and current junior, Corey Cherizard.

The Rebuilding of the Route 28N Bridge, and the Reconnecting of a Community Jan 16, 2024

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During the devastating flooding in July of 2023, the route 28N bridge, in the community of Long Lake, sustained enough damage to render it impassable. This led to a nearly 80 mile detour for residents to get to the neighboring community of Newcomb. However, NYSDOT was able to have a temporary bridge in place within three weeks, and not only fixed, but improved, the 28N bridge in a matter of months. The DOT POD spoke with Rick Zeller (Assistant Resident Engineer for Hamilton County) and Chris Langett (Construction Supervisor) who described the work done on the ground as the waters receded and the extent of the damage was discovered, as well as the work done in expediting this project to help reconnect the community of Long Lake.

Mike Rossi Joins the DOT POD Jan 02, 2024

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The DOT POD welcomes in Mike Rossi who recently became the Acting Director of NYSDOT's newly created Office of Data and Information Technology Management. We talk about this brand new office and what it entails, along with finding out more about Mike, including that he is a third degree blackbelt.

Road Salt Dec 19, 2023

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With the snow and ice season now firmly under way, The DOT POD welcomes in Rob Fitch and Joe Thompson to discuss the use of road salt, the importance of protecting the environment while also keeping roads safe for the traveling public.

The DOT POD Snow & Ice Spectacular Dec 05, 2023

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The DOT POD tackles the snow and ice season. Guests Joe Thompson (Snow and Ice Program Manager) and Chris Rafuse (Maintenance Supervisor in Region 3’s Onondaga West residency) discuss how the New York State Department of Transportation navigates the New York winters. From pre-winter prep, to storm response, and everything in between, we take a look at the inner workings of this crucial aspect of the NYSDOT and see why we have the best snow and ice operators in the country.

Harry White Joins The DOT POD Nov 21, 2023

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The DOT POD welcomes in Harry White, a NYSDOT bridge engineer with decades of experience who combines wit and hilarious anecdotes to break down the cutting-edge concepts behind some of the Department's bridge designs.

Welcome to The DOT POD Nov 16, 2023

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Welcome to The DOT POD, the official podcast of the New York State Department of Transportation.

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