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PodcastLeading Louisiana: Concrete & Character, Mayor Charlotte Stemmans ClavierIn the Season 5 premiere of FUELED: A Fenstermaker Podcast, we sit down with Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier of Carencro, Louisiana—a leader whose dedication to community and thoughtful approach to growth is helping guide the city through its next chapter. Since taking office in 2022, Mayor Clavier has prioritized both infrastructure and engagement, leading Carencro’s first-ever Comprehensive Plan—Carencro 2.0—with a focus on public input, smart planning, and long-term livability. In this conversation, she reflects on the practical challenges of leadership, the importance of trust in local government, and the values that shape her day-to-day decisions. This ep...2025-06-261h 10

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS5 Ep1 Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier | Concrete & CharacterIn the Season 5 premiere of FUELED: A Fenstermaker Podcast, we sit down with Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier of Carencro, Louisiana—a leader whose dedication to community and thoughtful approach to growth is helping guide the city through its next chapter.Since taking office in 2022, Mayor Clavier has prioritized both infrastructure and engagement, leading Carencro’s first-ever Comprehensive Plan—Carencro 2.0—with a focus on public input, smart planning, and long-term livability. In this conversation, she reflects on the practical challenges of leadership, the importance of trust in local government, and the values that shape her day-to-d...2025-06-251h 10

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesCYHSY: The Internet’s First DIY Indie Rock PhenomenonClap Your Hands Say Yeah didn’t sidestep the music business. They bulldozed right past it. And in doing so, they changed how bands could break through. This is the story of the band that went viral before “going viral” was really even a thing. It’s a story of raw sound, right timing, and one album that rewrote the rules. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get The Moon And Antarctica on Vinyl https://amzn.to/4n5nSkG 🎧 Get Modest Mouse on Vi...2025-06-2511 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesWhy Brian Wilson’s Passing Hit Harder Than I ExpectedToday, we remember Brian Wilson, the soul of the Beach Boys and a true voice of a generation. His unforgettable melodies defined an era, spanned generations, and shaped the early days of pop music. It's time to reflect on his legendary career and the impact he had on music, and on me. RIP Brian Wilson. This is why your passing hit me harder than I expected. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get The Beach Boys on Vinyl https://amzn.to/3FDqyFj 2025-06-1706 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesHow a Broken Jaw and Existential Dread Shaped Modest Mouse’s Darkest AlbumIn the summer of 2000, Modest Mouse released The Moon & Antarctica, and today we take a deep dive into the stories, sounds, and strange mythology behind Modest Mouse’s major-label debut. From cosmic themes and broken jaw myths to existential dread and the Volkswagen controversy, this video explores how the band created one of indie rock’s most haunting and forward-looking albums just as the world itself began to fracture. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get The Moon And Antarctica on Vinyl https...2025-06-1013 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesJack White and the Gospel According to NoiseBefore becoming a worldwide rock icon, Jack White almost became a priest. And nowhere is the parallels between rock and roll and religion more present than on The White Stripes' 2005 album "Get Behind Me Satan." This video documents the story of Jack White's pivot away from priesthood, giving up the alb for an amp, and how he continues to weave his own parables of faith and morality into his music to this day. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get Jack White on V...2025-06-0314 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesHow Charles Bradley Turned Pain Into LovePain and tragedy were no stranger to Charles Bradley, who struggled throughout his life to find his footing yet never gave up on his dreams of being a musician. At age 62, he released his debut album, "No Time For Dreaming." Over the next 5 years, he recorded 3 more, the final being released after he passed in 2017. Known as the Screaming Eagle of Soul, this is the story of Charles Bradley. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get Charles Bradley on Vinyl https://amzn.to/3S...2025-05-2708 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesEvil Morty's Theme: How Blonde Redhead Created "For the Damaged Coda"This is the story of how Blonde Redhead created Evil Morty's theme song, and how Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons and "For The Damaged Coda" went from a cult classic to a cultural phenomenon thanks to Rick & Morty. ACCIDENTAL OMISSION: In addition to the core trio of Blonde Redhead, Tobias Nathaniel also contributed to this piece, providing the haunting piano part that dominates the song. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get Blonde Redhead on Vinyl https://amzn.to/4diKCJy ...2025-05-2112 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe CHAOS Behind Hawkwind’s "Warrior On The Edge of Time"With just two months to craft an album to support an upcoming tour, Hawkwind created "Warrior on the Edge of Time," and it very nearly broke them. Members left, including the infamous departure of Lemmy Kilmister, who would then form Motörhead. This is the story of the chaos behind that album, its sci-fi cred, the fall out, and its lasting legacy. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 Get Hawkwind on Vinyl https://amzn.to/4diKCJy Poetic Wax is a weekly mu...2025-05-1309 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesPicaresque at 20: How The Decemberists Made History CoolBy the time The Decemberists released "Picaresque" in 2005, frontman Colin Meloy had been honing his narrative, storytelling style of songwriting for more than half a decade. Despite having dabbled in the theatrical side of indie rock with both Castaways & Cutouts and Her Majesty, Picaresque brought it to a whole new level. This is the story of that album, and how The Decemberists made history cool. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. The YouTube episode includes reference links to audio/video clips featured in the episode. 🎧 THE DECEMBERISTS ON VINYL: ...2025-04-3011 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesDavid Bowie and the Story of 'Andy Warhol'On David Bowie's "Hunky Dory" is a track titled "Andy Warhol" which Bowie wrote about the pop art icon, whom he admired. But what did Warhol think of it? Not much... so goes this week's episode of Poetic Wax. Today, host Andy Fenstermaker pulls out his copy of the album, dives into the lead up to "Hunky Dory," the history of the song, and the time he went to The Factory and played it for the artist himself. This episode is pulled from before I had a fancier microphone and before I officially launched this series as...2024-12-2712 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesWhen Modest Mouse Built Nothing Out of SomethingBefore Modest Mouse achieved critical acclaim with their 2004 album "Good News for People Who Love Bad News" on Epic Records, the band had become indie rock darlings of the Pacific Northwest. In 2000, they’d give us their major label debut, "The Moon And Antarctica," but before that came an indie culmination of creativity — a compilation on their soon-to-be former label Up Records, released in January of 2000 and dubbed "Building Nothing Out Of Something." This is the story of their transformation and the compilation that sealed their indie years as they looked forward to major label success. Poetic Wax...2024-12-2409 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Story of the Failed Television & Brian Eno SessionsIn December of 1974, an Island Records A&R exec out of London put together a demo session for punk pioneers Television. They were joined in the studio by Brian Eno, formerly of Roxy Music, who had gone solo that same year. With hopes of a promising endeavor to pitch the band to label heads, the sessions instead were a complete failure with the band and Eno leaving frustrated. This is the story of those fateful demo sessions, the stakes on the table for both Television and Eno, and why they went so catastrophically wrong. CLARIFICATION: The original...2024-12-2219 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe 10 BEST Indie Rock Albums of 2024These are my picks for the 10 best albums of 2024, mostly spanning the indie rock genre. What's missing, and what's not worthy? Visit my channel on YouTube and share your thoughts! Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter. Subscribe to my Substack. 2024-12-1418 min

From Caving In To Crushing ItEpisode 103 - Rob Fenstermaker - Rooted in Resilience: Rob Fenstermaker on Overcoming Anger, Building Stronger Connections, and Finding Purpose.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Personal growth and overcoming anger through support from other men. (0:09) Host Drew Deraney praises Guest Rob Fenstermaker for being a "strong man" and discusses the importance of building stronger men in society. Rob Fenstermaker has experienced different stages of self-awareness, from blindness to taking control of life. Rob 's defining moment came when he realized he had to let go of anger in his marriage. He shares his personal journey of overcoming anger and loneliness by connecting with other men through support groups and deepening relationships. Rob emphasizes the impo...2024-12-1228 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Tormented Soul of Jason Molina: The Story of ‘The Lioness’In January of 2000, Songs: Ohia, the project of Jason Molina, released The Lioness. Ripe with metaphor and deeply personal lyrics, this album is among the many pillars of Molina's vast career. This is the story of that album, the songs within, and the hint of Jason Molina's tragic fate 13 years later. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter. 2024-12-0912 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesDown With Wilco: When Jeff Tweedy Met The Minus 5Between the chaotic recording of Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and the success that followed, Wilco had a meeting of the minds with The Minus 5, a collaborative effort from Scott McCaughey (pronounced McKoy, not McKai, as I say throughout this video) of The Young Fresh Fellows. Joined by R.E.M.'s Peter Buck and The Posies' Ken Stringfellow, this collective came together to create "Down With Wilco," and this is the story behind that 2003 album by The Minus 5. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy...2024-12-0709 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesBefore Loveless: My Bloody Valentine’s Forgotten Goth EraIn the early days, My Bloody Valentine was far from the iconic shoegaze band they'd become know as. Today we look back at "This Is Your Bloody Valentine." Released in January of 1985, it was the band's debut, and its goth undertones would help shape the sound they'd eventually pioneer: shoegaze. This is the story of that mini album, and the transformation the band underwent to become the #1 shoegaze band of all time. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video v...2024-12-0408 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Kinks and the Mystery Girl Behind "You Really Got Me"In October and November of 1964, The Kinks released their debut studio album, "You Really Got Me." The title track was raw and gritty with an enormous sound that caught the world off guard. This is the story of that song, how Dave Davies got that sound, the mystery girl who inspired Ray Davies' lyrics, and the rumor that Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin played that famed guitar solo. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube C...2024-11-2614 min

PodcastCertified Survey Technician Exam DiscussionIn this special episode of FUELED | A Fenstermaker Podcast, we spotlight three outstanding team members—Bryce Teekell, Collin Theriot, and Joe Broussard—who recently earned their Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level I certification. Listen as they share their unique perspectives: Joe Broussard reflects on how certification validates his decades of experience in the field. Bryce Teekell discusses the CST exam as the first step toward becoming a licensed surveyor. Collin Theriot shares his excitement about gaining new insights in surveying with his background as a landman. About the CST Program Administered by the Natio...2024-11-2020 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastFUELED: A Fenstermaker Podcast | Certified Survey Technician Exam DiscussionIn this special episode of FUELED | A Fenstermaker Podcast, we spotlight three outstanding team members—Bryce Teekell, Collin Theriot, and Joe Broussard—who recently earned their Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level I certification.Listen as they share their unique perspectives:Joe Broussard reflects on how certification validates his decades of experience in the field.Bryce Teekell discusses the CST exam as the first step toward becoming a licensed surveyor.Collin Theriot shares his excitement about gaining new insights in surveying with his background as a landman.2024-11-1920 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Legacy of The Beach Boys Christmas AlbumReleased in November of 1964, The Beach Boys Christmas Album saw America's biggest pop band blend their signature sunny surf rock with a California holiday. Over the last 6 decades, this album has come to include go-to Christmas music spanning generations. Today, we look at the surprising story of The Beach Boys Christmas Album. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Find the Transcript on and Subscribe to my Substack. 2024-11-1810 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Stooges and the Legend of the Painted GuitarThe Stooges are pioneers of the proto punk movement, with Iggy Pop often hailed as the Godfather of Punk. In this album story, we explore the origins of the title, and trace it back to a bad decision -- something The Stooges kinda made part of their career. This is the story of how a painted guitar led to Iggy being crowned the Godfather of Punk Rock. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. F...2024-11-1408 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesHow Le Tigre Changed Feminist Punk in 1999In the fall of 1999, Le Tigre released their self-titled debut album. The band stemmed from Riot Grrrl pioneer Kathleen Hanna's desire to create music more playful and light-hearted than that of Bikini Kill while also maintaining the inspiration from feminism and political activism of her other band. This is the story of that debut album, how the band formed, and the members within. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Find the Transcript on a...2024-11-1112 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesCAN’s Bold New Era: The Story of ‘Soon Over Babaluma’In 1973, legendary Krautrock band CAN lost their charismatic lead singer Damo Suzuki. A year later, in November of 1974, they remade themselves and gave us Soon Over Babaluma. This is the story of that album, how a band can indeed find success after their frontman leaves. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Find Transcripts on and Subscribe to my Substack. 2024-11-0413 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesHow The Beach Boys Influenced Kraftwerk’s "Autobahn"This is the unlikely story of how the sun-soaked sounds of The Beach Boys struck a cord with the cold, electronic stoicism in post-war Germany and influenced Kraftwerk's breakout hit "Autobahn." Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTube Channel. Find the Transcript on and Subscribe to my Substack. 2024-10-2816 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Double-Edged Sword of The Smiths' "Bigmouth Strikes Again"The Smiths are among the most influential indie bands of all time. Led by confrontational artist Morrissey, the controversial frontman has never been one to keep quiet. He seemed to know this as far back as 1985, when he and Johnny Marr wrote "Bigmouth Strikes Again." This is the history of that song, the Rolling Stones song that inspired Marr's guitar riff, and the subtle nod to the Ancoats district in Manchester. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on...2024-10-2411 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesNirvana’s MTV Unplugged in New York: The Tragic Beauty of Kurt Cobain’s Last StandOn November 18, 1993, Nirvana took the stage for MTV’s Unplugged series—a moment in music history that no one could have predicted would become one of their most defining live performances. This is the heartfelt story of that show and the live recording that graced so many of our speakers when it was released a year later on November 1, 1994 on CD and vinyl, just months after Kurt Cobain's death. Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the Grooves is a weekly podcast, YouTube series, and Substack blog hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. Get the video version on my YouTu...2024-10-2111 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesNew Order and the Story of 'Blue Monday'The success of "Blue Monday" by New Order was a mistake. The song was a joke. New Order never intended for it to be a hit. In this week’s episode of Poetic Wax, we pull out the 1988 reissue of "Blue Monday" on vinyl and give it a spin. We'll dig into the surprising history of the song that blended alt rock, new wave, and electronic dance music and changed the course of music history. The Poetic Wax Podcast is hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. What began as a weekly music history video series on his Yo...2024-10-1708 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Kinks and the Inside Joke That Inspired 'David Watts'When people ask The Beatles or The Rolling Stones, I push back and say give me The Kinks! This troupe began as mod rockers in the 1960s and came to weave theatrics into their music by the turn of the decade. Opening their 1967 album Something Else, "David Watts" plays into that playfulness with a slyness that makes you think. This is the story of David Watts and the inside joke between the Davies brothers that inspired it. The Poetic Wax Podcast is hosted by Andy Fenstermaker. What began as a weekly music history video series on his Y...2024-10-1405 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesHow A Horse Accident Drove Blonde Redhead's TransformationIt's time to go deep into the history and story of Misery is a Butterfly, the 2004 album by Blonde Redhead. We'll go deep, exploring the band's noise pop origins and their move from Smells Like to Touch & Go Records. For Misery, we'll dig into their decision to strike out on their own, ultimately landing at the legendary label 4AD. We explore the album's origins and the impact of a tragic horse accident member Kazu Makino sustained in 2002, of which traces of influence can be found within. I explore and share my personal connection to the...2024-10-1114 min

Poetic Wax: Music History Hidden in the GroovesThe Sonics and the Origins of Punk RockPunk originated during the mid 1970s, but its beginnings are steeped in the underground scene dating back to the mid 1960s. Today, Andy Fenstermaker with Poetic Wax looks at proto punk and its origination, coinciding and clashing with the mid-60s garage rock of the Pacific Northwest. In particular, a little band from Tacoma, Washington called The Sonics. This episode of Poetic Wax digs deep into the music history of one of the earliest influences on punk rock. As The Sonics celebrate their 60th anniversary with a series of live shows (yes, they're STILL performing to this...2024-09-0912 min

PodcastEWeek 24: Andy Sellers, P.E., hosted by Rhett Hebert, E.I.Andy Sellers joined Fenstermaker’s Lafayette Engineering group in December 2006 and gained professional engineering licensure over a decade ago in 2013. Andy specializes in civil projects for municipal and parish clients. Currently serving as the Engineer for the City of Carencro, Mr. Sellers manages client relations, engineering services, and infrastructure projects. His responsibilities span the design and enhancement of drainage systems, floodplain management, roadway design, utility design, site design, construction administration, and plan review for commercial and residential developments. In his capacity as a Certified Floodplain Manager, Andy collaborates closely with the City of Carencro’s planning department to ove...2024-02-2322 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS4 Ep5 EWeek 24: Andy Sellers, P.E., hosted by Rhett Hebert, E.I.Andy Sellers joined Fenstermaker's Lafayette Engineering group in December 2006 and gained professional engineering licensure over a decade ago in 2013. Andy specializes in civil projects for municipal and parish clients. Currently serving as the Engineer for the City of Carencro, Mr. Sellers manages client relations, engineering services, and infrastructure projects. His responsibilities span the design and enhancement of drainage systems, floodplain management, roadway design, utility design, site design, construction administration, and plan review for commercial and residential developments. In his capacity as a Certified Floodplain Manager, Andy collaborates closely with the City of Carencro’s plan...2024-02-2322 min

PodcastEWeek 24: Dustin Guidry, P.E., hosted by Marina Saad, E.I.Dustin Guidry is a licensed professional engineer in Louisiana with extensive expertise in civil engineering and construction management. Dustin began his career with Fenstermaker in December 2012 as a construction inspector. In this role, Dustin collaborated closely with contractors and engineers in the field, ensuring projects adhered to plans and specifications. Evolving within the company, Dustin transitioned into the role of a CADD Technician, where he collaborated with engineers and surveyors to generate construction plans, survey plats, and project exhibits. With a solid foundation in Civil Engineering, he furthered his career as a project engineer, shouldering responsibilities for C...2024-02-2328 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS4 Ep4 EWeek 24: Dustin Guidry, P.E., hosted by Marina Saad, E.I.Dustin Guidry is a licensed professional engineer in Louisiana with extensive expertise in civil engineering and construction management. Dustin began his career with Fenstermaker in December 2012 as a construction inspector. In this role, Dustin collaborated closely with contractors and engineers in the field, ensuring projects adhered to plans and specifications. Evolving within the company, Dustin transitioned into the role of a CADD Technician, where he collaborated with engineers and surveyors to generate construction plans, survey plats, and project exhibits. With a solid foundation in Civil Engineering, he furthered his career as a project engineer, s...2024-02-2228 min

PodcastEWeek 24: Nick Castille, P.E., hosted by Holden LandryNicholas Castille joined Fenstermaker in November 2019 after graduating from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He then gained his professional engineering licensure three-and-a-half years later in 2023. As a civil engineer, Nick brings his expertise in design, planning, and hydraulic modeling to our Engineering division. Nick actively contributes to roadway plan preparation, horizontal geometric design, inspections, design of geotechnical features, and the implementation of open and closed drainage systems. His primary focus and expertise encompass various areas, including drainage design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and reporting, roadway design and plan production, civil site design, and construction administration. 2024-02-2125 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS4 Ep3 EWeek 24: Nick Castille, P.E., hosted by Holden LandryNicholas Castille joined Fenstermaker in November 2019 after graduating from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He then gained his professional engineering licensure three-and-a-half years later in 2023. As a civil engineer, Nick brings his expertise in design, planning, and hydraulic modeling to our Engineering division. Nick actively contributes to roadway plan preparation, horizontal geometric design, inspections, design of geotechnical features, and the implementation of open and closed drainage systems. His primary focus and expertise lie in Drainage DesignHydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling & ReportingRoadway Design and Plan ProductionCivil Site DesignConstruction Administration 2024-02-2025 min

PodcastEWeek 24: Anna Doucet, P.E., hosted by Braden DauphineAnna Doucet began her career at Fenstermaker early in 2015. Subsequently gaining her licensure 4 years later in 2019, Anna is now a Professional Engineer specializing in roadway design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and project management within water resource and transportation sectors. In her current role, Anna oversees civil design projects, strategically managing multi-million-dollar projects for both public and private sectors. She has collaborated with various agencies, including LADOTD, FEMA, GOHSEP, along with local municipalities, showcasing her coordination skills in diverse project environments. Anna has successfully brought many water resources projects to completion, incorporating numerical hydrologic and hydraulic mod...2024-02-2021 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS4 Ep2 EWeek 24: Anna Doucet, P.E., hosted by Braden DauphineAnna Doucet began her career at Fenstermaker early in 2015. Subsequently gaining her licensure 4 years later in 2019, Anna is now a Professional Engineer specializing in roadway design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and project management within water resource and transportation sectors. In her current role, Anna oversees civil design projects, strategically managing multi-million-dollar projects for both public and private sectors. She has collaborated with various agencies, including LADOTD, FEMA, GOHSEP, along with local municipalities, showcasing her coordination skills in diverse project environments. Anna has successfully brought many water resources projects to com...2024-02-2021 min

PodcastEWeek 24: Ian Trahan, P.E., hosted by Mason Macaluso, E.I.Ian Trahan, P.E. is a Senior Engineer, he joined Fenstermaker in April 2021. Ian obtained his professional licensure first in Illinois in 2002, and then 2 years later became licensed in Louisiana, almost 20 years ago now. In his prior role, Ian served the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as Program Manager for their involvement in the Louisiana Watershed Initiative (LWI). There, Mr. Trahan oversaw the DOTD/LWI Statewide Modeling Program, managing four out of seven modeling teams across the State of Louisiana. His active participation in various LWI Technical Advisory Groups, representation of DOTD on the...2024-02-1924 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS4 Ep1 EWeek 24: Ian Trahan, P.E., hosted by Mason Macaluso, E.I.Ian Trahan, P.E. is a Senior Engineer, he joined Fenstermaker in April 2021. Ian obtained his professional licensure first in Illinois in 2002, and then 2 years later became licensed in Louisiana, almost 20 years ago now. In his prior role, Ian served the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as Program Manager for their involvement in the Louisiana Watershed Initiative (LWI). There, Mr. Trahan oversaw the DOTD/LWI Statewide Modeling Program, managing four out of seven modeling teams across the State of Louisiana. His active participation in various LWI Technical Advisory Groups, repres...2024-02-1924 min

Narrative PodcastEp. 40 ”I Know Who and Whose I Am!” Rob Fenstermaker’s NarrativeThere are two different types of people in this world, Rob Fenstermaker pointed out. He used the example of the movie Shawshank Redemption. Two men were released from prison. One, Brooks, was so comfortable with the walls that had been around him that he didn't know what to do with himself. The other character, Red, was honestly a little lost too at first. But when someone showed him the way, he took action in his life. The most important thing we can do, Rob stressed, is take action. You can lead a horse to water but you can't make...2024-01-0636 min

Defenders of Business ValueEP 86: How to Sell a Business in the Pet Industry with Erin FenstermakerWelcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast" In this episode, we have the pleasure of introducing Erin, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) who brings a unique perspective to the table. With her CEPA designation, Erin possesses a specialized framework for assessing a business owner's personal, financial, and business readiness for an exit. She excels at identifying potential stumbling blocks that can derail an M&A sales process and works diligently to address them prior to taking a client's company to market. Erin leads all exit planning engagements for BirdsEye, and she collaborates closely with Carol on the company's...2023-06-0753 min

PodcastAustin Doucet, EI, on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeAustin Doucet began his career at Fenstermaker in 2017 as a Civil Engineering Student Intern shortly before his graduation in 2019 from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. For the duration of his now 6-year tenure with our firm, and through his current position as an Engineer Intern, Austin has been working toward obtaining his Professional Engineering Licensure with mentorship and supervision from Engineering Director, Jeanne Hornsby, who leads our Water Resources team. Austin has been involved in reviewing and developing flood study analyses, the designing of open channel...2023-03-301h 00

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS3 Ep3 Austin Doucet, EI, on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeAustin Doucet began his career at Fenstermaker in 2017 as a Civil Engineering Student Intern shortly before his graduation in 2019 from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. For the duration of his now 6-year tenure with our firm, and through his current position as an Engineer Intern, Austin has been working toward obtaining his Professional Engineering Licensure with mentorship and supervision from Engineering Director, Jeanne Hornsby, who leads our Water Resources team. Austin has been involved in reviewing and developing flood study analyses, the designing o...2023-03-291h 00

PodcastBradford Habetz Millett, PLS, EI, on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeBradford Millett is a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor in the state of Louisiana with a decade of tenure here at Fenstermaker. Bradford’s career at Fenstermaker began in 2013 when she joined us as an Engineer Intern, coinciding with her graduation from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Serving in a dual capacity as both engineer and surveyor, Bradford combines her training in civil engineering with her exceptional proficiency in survey work to engage in cross-disciplinary projects such as the Louisiana Watershed Initiative, the topic of this season of FUELED, our corp...2023-03-2043 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS3 Ep2 Bradford Habetz Millett, PLS, EI, on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeBradford Millett is a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor in the state of Louisiana with a decade of tenure here at Fenstermaker. Bradford’s career at Fenstermaker began in 2013 when she joined us as an Engineer Intern, coinciding with her graduation from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Serving in a dual capacity as both engineer and surveyor, Bradford combines her training in civil engineering with her exceptional proficiency in survey work to engage in cross-disciplinary projects such as the Louisiana Watershed Initiative, the topic of this season of FUELED, our corp...2023-03-1544 min

PodcastJonathan Breaux on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeJonathan Breaux began his surveying career at Fenstermaker as a Rodman in 2007, now, almost 16 years later, Jonathan is a Party Chief III, having worked his way through the ranks of our field operations. As a survey party chief, Jonathan coordinates and supervises the activities of his crew, including instrumentmen and rodmen, as directed by project managers and under the supervision of our Field Operations manager along with a Licensed Professional Surveyor. Throughout the years, Jonathan has exhibited excellent time management, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills, has held himself and crew to a high standard of operation, demonstrating accountability, independence...2023-03-0242 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS3 Ep1 Jonathan Breaux on the Louisiana Watershed InitiativeJonathan Breaux began his surveying career at Fenstermaker as a Rodman in 2007, now, almost 16 years later, Jonathan is a Party Chief III, having worked his way through the ranks of our field operations. As a survey party chief, Jonathan coordinates and supervises the activities of his crew, including instrumentmen and rodmen, as directed by project managers and under the supervision of our Field Operations manager along with a Licensed Professional Surveyor. Throughout the years, Jonathan has exhibited excellent time management, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills, has held himself and crew to a high standard of operation, demonstrating accountability, independence...2023-03-0142 min

PodcastJohn Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family FirmJohn Fenstermaker is a Registered Professional Land Surveyor, Vice Chairman and Vice President of Business Development here at Fenstermaker. John leads our Business Development Team, managing the promotion of our firm’s services. While in his former role as Vice President of the Survey & Mapping Division, John built a vast network of contacts consisting of both long-time and new clients. His experience with the company includes project planning, quality assurance and quality control, data acquisition and management. Under John’s leadership, our firm’s Survey & Mapping Division grew into what is now one of the most respected survey...2022-05-1749 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS2 Ep5 John Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family Firm in 'Seeking CHF'John Fenstermaker is a Registered Professional Land Surveyor, Vice Chairman and Vice President of Business Development here at Fenstermaker. John leads our Business Development Team, managing the promotion of our firm’s services. While in his former role as Vice President of the Survey & Mapping Division, John built a vast network of contacts consisting of both long-time and new clients. His experience with the company includes project planning, quality assurance and quality control, data acquisition and management.Under John’s leadership, our firm’s Survey & Mapping Division grew into what is now one of the most respected survey...2022-05-1649 min

PodcastGreg Palmer on the History of the Fenstermaker Family FirmGreg Palmer, prior to his retirement late in 2020, served Fenstermaker as Vice President of Contracts and Acquisitions. Greg was a key member of our executive team and was heavily involved in setting the company’s strategic direction. In his VP role, Greg oversaw the details of all corporate contracts including negotiations, management, and closeout for our diverse client base comprised of state and local agencies and governments along with private industry. Greg’s tenure with Fenstermaker began in 1984, and from there, he dedicated over 3 decades of his life to our firm. Greg was a driving force in the growth and...2022-05-031h 01

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS2 Ep4 Greg Palmer on the History of the Fenstermaker Family Firm in 'Seeking CHF'Greg Palmer, prior to his retirement late in 2020, served Fenstermaker as Vice President of Contracts and Acquisitions. Greg was a key member of our executive team and was heavily involved in setting the company’s strategic direction. In his VP role, Greg oversaw the details of all corporate contracts including negotiations, management, and closeout for our diverse client base comprised of state and local agencies and governments along with private industry. Greg’s tenure with Fenstermaker began in 1984, and from there, he dedicated over 3 decades of his life to our firm. Greg was a driving force in the growth and...2022-05-021h 01

PodcastR.J. Boutte on the History of the Fenstermaker Family FirmR.J. Boutte, prior to his retirement late in 2020, served in a vital leadership capacity here at Fenstermaker as Senior Vice President, overseeing quality and safety programming while working closely with all management teams. In a prior role as Sr. VP of Operations, he coordinated daily activities in support of the policies, goals, and corporate vision established by our CEO and President. He was responsible for the development, promotion, and financial forecasting of the company’s products and services. R.J. ensured that all of our operations were carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regu...2022-04-191h 06

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS2 Ep3 R.J. Boutte on the History of the Fenstermaker Family Firm in 'Seeking CHF'R.J. Boutte, prior to his retirement late in 2020, served in a vital leadership capacity here at Fenstermaker as Senior Vice President, overseeing quality and safety programming while working closely with all management teams. In a prior role as Sr. VP of Operations, he coordinated daily activities in support of the policies, goals, and corporate vision established by our CEO and President. He was responsible for the development, promotion, and financial forecasting of the company's products and services. R.J. ensured that all of our operations were carried out in compliance with local, state, an...2022-04-181h 06

PodcastMark Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family FirmMark Fenstermaker has been employed within the family company since 1985 and has served in various capacities since joining the team. He is currently serving as our Director of Corporate Resources. Mark is heavily involved in all new capital expenditures, and supervises the construction, operation, and maintenance of all buildings as well as supervising the purchase and maintenance of all vehicles and equipment. Mark is also involved in the in-house design and fabrication of specialized equipment for field operations. 2022-04-0524 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS2 Ep2 Mark Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family Firm in 'Seeking CHF'Mark Fenstermaker has been employed within the family company since 1985 and has served in various capacities since joining the team. He is currently serving as our Director of Corporate Resources. Mark is heavily involved in all new capital expenditures, and supervises the construction, operation, and maintenance of all buildings as well as supervising the purchase and maintenance of all vehicles and equipment. Mark is also involved in the in-house design and fabrication of specialized equipment for field operations. 2022-04-0424 min

PodcastBill Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family FirmWilliam H. Fenstermaker, better known as “Bill” Fenstermaker, is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of C.H. Fenstermaker and Associates, LLC., our family’s surveying, mapping, engineering, and environmental consulting company that has been conducting operations for over 70 years. He has been employed in this capacity since 1971 and is responsible for the financial and operational stability of the company headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, with offices in Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, Mandeville, and New Orleans, Louisiana, along with Houston, San Antonio and Midland, Texas. Bill Fenstermaker is not only recognized as a leader in his field, but a leade...2022-03-2234 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS2 Ep1 Bill Fenstermaker on the History of the Fenstermaker Family Firm in 'Seeking CHF'William H. Fenstermaker, better known as “Bill” Fenstermaker, is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of C.H. Fenstermaker and Associates, LLC., our family’s surveying, mapping, engineering, and environmental consulting company that has been conducting operations for over 70 years. He has been employed in this capacity since 1971 and is responsible for the financial and operational stability of the company headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, with offices in Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, Mandeville, and New Orleans, Louisiana, along with Houston, San Antonio and Midland, Texas.Bill Fenstermaker is not only recognized as a leader in his fie...2022-03-2234 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives Podcast"Da Bad Guy" Scott Hall (Masters Of Psychology Podcast)"Da Bad Guy" Scott Hall (Masters Of Psychology Podcast)2020-09-1017 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastAround the TurnbuckleAround the Turnbuckle 2020-09-0508 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastThe Triple Threat (Legends)The Triple Threat (Legends)2020-09-0411 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastSmash (Unsung Hero's)Smash (Unsung Hero's)2020-09-0406 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastInterview with Indy wrestler J Savage and Al Snow and Dan SevernInterview with Indy wrestler J Savage and Al Snow and Dan Severn 2020-08-3110 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastInterviews with the Lucha King and Monty TInterviews with the Lucha King and Monty T 2020-08-3006 min

Crush This - A Monster Truck Podcast!Crush This! - Alan FenstermakerAlan Fenstermaker of the Earthquake Old School Monster Truck joins Brad and Cheech for a chat and more!2020-04-2545 min

IMPERFECTRyker Fenstermaker The Bull Fighter - IMPERFECT #27Ryker Fenstermaker is a double major at Idaho State University who is passionate about Freestyle Bullfighting. Ryker has fought bulls in over 6 states and has made a decent side hustle doing it. In this episode we talk about his recent wedding, what bull fighting is all about along side the dangers and rumors inside of it all. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2020-04-0941 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastCompletely Damaged Episode with Alan Fenstermaker and Jaxson HexxAlan Fenstermaker and Jaxson Hexx plug a show on February 29th, 2020 at Tollman Joe's in South Philly. RC and Arthur are joined by Sammy Fernandez from the World Famous Monster Factory! Sammy talks about his journey thru wrestling and more! Also Alan Fenstermaker and Bruce Wynne stop by to talk about an upcoming Top Rope Wrestling event. Plus special guest Ben "Broken Records" Harvey. Click this link for the REPLAY! https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/completelydamaged/episodes/2020-02-17T08_59_56-08_00 Originally broadcast live on Monday, February 17, 2020 via Montco Radio.2020-02-1754 min

PodcastProfessional Engineer, Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby, on Drainage InfrastructureJeanne Arceneaux Hornsby is a Professional Engineer and Director at Fenstermaker with 15 years of numerical modeling, water resource engineering, planning, and project management experience. Mrs. Hornsby earned her Master’s of Science degree in Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette under the direction of Dr. Ehab Meselhe and Dr. Emad Habib. Currently Mrs. Hornsby leads Fenstermaker’s Water Resources Team throughout the company’s offices in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and New Orleans, LA. Her main responsibilities include leading multi-million-dollar projects that range from coastal and watershed modeling and management to roadway design and co...2020-01-1748 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastProfessional Engineer, Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby, on Drainage Infrastructure Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby is a Professional Engineer and Director at Fenstermaker with 15 years of numerical modeling, water resource engineering, planning, and project management experience. Mrs. Hornsby earned her Master’s of Science degree in Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette under the direction of Dr. Ehab Meselhe and Dr. Emad Habib. Currently Mrs. Hornsby leads Fenstermaker’s Water Resources Team throughout the company’s offices in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and New Orleans, LA. Her main responsibilities include leading multi-million-dollar projects that range from coastal and watershed modeling and management to roadway d...2020-01-1700 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS1 Ep5 Professional Engineer, Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby, on Drainage Infrastructure Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby is a Professional Engineer and Director at Fenstermaker with 15 years of numerical modeling, water resource engineering, planning, and project management experience. Mrs. Hornsby earned her Master’s of Science degree in Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette under the direction of Dr. Ehab Meselhe and Dr. Emad Habib. Currently Mrs. Hornsby leads Fenstermaker’s Water Resources Team throughout the company’s offices in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and New Orleans, LA. Her main responsibilities include leading multi-million-dollar projects that range from coastal and watershed modeling and management to roadway d...2020-01-1700 min

PodcastProfessional Land Surveyor, Lolly Brasseaux, on Pipeline InfrastructureMr. Lolly Brasseaux was the Senior Project Manager and Associate Director within Fenstermaker’s Survey division and served as the point of contact for many of our firm’s larger mid-stream capital projects. He performed pipeline, hydrographic, topographic and boundary surveys for local, state and Federal agencies, major and independent oil companies, as well as private industry. Lolly was also one of the Staff Coordinators for technical overview and quality control, having done work for clients in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi and Pennsylvania. Registered Professional Land Surveyor No. 4692, Lolly began surveying in 1974 and was a part of the Fenstermaker famil...2020-01-0343 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastProfessional Land Surveyor, Lolly Brasseaux, on Pipeline InfrastructureMr. Lolly Brasseaux is the Senior Project Manager and Associate Director within Fenstermaker's Survey division and serves as the point of contact for many of our firm’s larger mid-stream capital projects. He has performed pipeline, hydrographic, topographic and boundary surveys for local, state and Federal agencies, major and independent oil companies, as well as private industry. Lolly is also one of the Staff Coordinators for technical overview and quality control, having done work for clients in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi and Pennsylvania. Registered Professional Land Surveyor No. 4692, Lolly began surveying in 1974 and has been here at Fenstermaker since Aug...2020-01-0300 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastS1 Ep3 Dr. Kam Movassaghi on Transportation Infrastructure Dr. Kam Movassaghi is currently President and CEO of Movassaghi Group, PEC, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has experience in civil engineering in the areas of consulting, academia, and government. Dr. Movassaghi received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette in 1963. He then went on to earn his Master of Science and his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University’s Civil & Environmental Engineering Department in 1965 and 1971, respectively.Dr. Movassaghi served as an engineer in several engineering firms in his early career. He then joined the faculty at the Uni...2019-12-2000 min

PodcastDr. Kam Movassaghi on Transportation InfrastructureDr. Kam Movassaghi is currently President and CEO of Movassaghi Group, PEC, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has experience in civil engineering in the areas of consulting, academia, and government. Dr. Movassaghi received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette in 1963. He then went on to earn his Master of Science and his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University’s Civil & Environmental Engineering Department in 1965 and 1971, respectively. Dr. Movassaghi served as an engineer in several engineering firms in his early career. He then joined the faculty at the University of Louisiana, Lafayette where he...2019-12-2051 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastDr. Kam Movassaghi on Transportation Infrastructure Dr. Kam Movassaghi is currently President and CEO of Movassaghi Group, PEC, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has experience in civil engineering in the areas of consulting, academia, and government. Dr. Movassaghi received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette in 1963. He then went on to earn his Master of Science and his Ph.D. from Louisiana State University’s Civil & Environmental Engineering Department in 1965 and 1971, respectively. Dr. Movassaghi served as an engineer in several engineering firms in his early career. He then joined the faculty at the University of Lou...2019-12-2000 min

Back on the Road Pro Wrestling Archives PodcastLate Night Rap With WrestlersAlan Fenstermaker takes time late night to interview various professional wrestlers on varipus topics. This episode I have interviews with Dan "The Beast" Severn, Cheeseburger from Ring of Honor, Gabby Ortiz, Georgia (daughter of the British Bulldog Davy Boy Smith Sr., Filthy Tom Lawler, WWE Diva Melina, Alicia Atout "The Interview Queen", Road Warrior Animal and Badass Billy Gunn)2019-12-1237 min

PodcastJohn D. Foret, PhD. on Coastal InfrastructureDr. John Foret is Vice President of Environmental, and the Environmental Leader to a staff of fourteen biologists. His duties include supervising all environmental staff activities as they relate to industry permitting activities (air/water/wetland), wetland delineations, mitigation banking consultation, wetland habitat restoration consultation (emergent marsh, shoreline protection, reef restoration), environmental assessments, biological assessments, project budgets and timelines, and project management. Prior to his time at Fenstermaker Dr. Foret served as a Research Fisheries Biologist for 18 years with DOC/NOAA/NMFS Galveston Laboratory. He was the Team Leader within the Fishery Ecology Branch in Lafayette, LA and managed...2019-12-0649 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastJohn D. Foret, PhD. on Coastal InfrastructureSeason 1 of FUELED is focused on infrastructure. Each guest appearing on Season 1 brings a unique vantage point, knowledge and experience with the topic. In episode 2, John D. Foret, PhD shares his wisdom and expertise concerning coastal infrastructure. Dr. John Foret is Vice President of Environmental, and the Environmental Leader to a staff of fourteen biologists. His duties include supervising all environmental staff activities as they relate to industry permitting activities (air/water/wetland), wetland delineations, mitigation banking consultation, wetland habitat restoration consultation (emergent marsh, shoreline protection, reef restoration), environmental assessments, biological assessments, project budgets and timelines, and...2019-12-0600 min

PodcastProfessional Engineer, Dax Douet Speaks on InfrastructureDax Douet is an Engineering Director with 22 years of professional experience in design, planning, and project management. He has designed highways, roadways, drainage systems, interchanges, roundabouts, standard intersections, and various site developments. Mr. Douet also has numerous years of experience in the bidding and construction administration of projects. During his tenure here at Fenstermaker, Dax has performed multiple reviews of construction plans to determine constructability of designs under actual field conditions and live traffic loading. Additionally, Mr. Douet managed the preparation of over thirteen transportation feasibility studies for the Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development. These feasibility studies were conducted...2019-11-2247 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastProfessional Engineer, Dax Douet Speaks on InfrastructureSeason 1 of FUELED is focused on infrastructure. Each guest appearing on Season 1 brings a unique vantage point, knowledge and experience with the topic, beginning with Dax Douet, PE: Dax Douet is an Engineering Director with 22 years of professional experience in design, planning, and project management. He has designed highways, roadways, drainage systems, interchanges, roundabouts, standard intersections, and various site developments. Mr. Douet also has numerous years of experience in the bidding and construction administration of projects. During his tenure here at Fenstermaker, Dax has performed multiple reviews of construction plans to determine constructability of designs under actual...2019-11-2200 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastProfessional Engineer, Dax Douet Speaks on InfrastructureSeason 1 of FUELED is focused on infrastructure. Each guest appearing on Season 1 brings a unique vantage point, knowledge and experience with the topic, beginning with Dax Douet, PE:Dax Douet is an Engineering Director with 22 years of professional experience in design, planning, and project management. He has designed highways, roadways, drainage systems, interchanges, roundabouts, standard intersections, and various site developments. Mr. Douet also has numerous years of experience in the bidding and construction administration of projects. During his tenure here at Fenstermaker, Dax has performed multiple reviews of construction plans to determine constructability of...2019-11-2247 min

PodcastSeason One TrailerIntroducing Fueled: A Fenstermaker Podcast. A series of conversations offering a variety of professional insights, enlightening discussions and fueling a greater understanding and awareness of Fenstermaker’s expertise. In season 1, join host, Kathryn Fenstermaker, as she explores our region’s infrastructure with members of the Fenstermaker Family as well as State and Local leaders. 2019-11-1903 min

FUELED | A Fenstermaker PodcastSeason One TrailerSeason One Trailer 2019-11-0400 min

PreserveCastPreserveCast Ep. 83: Exploring Harriet Tubman's Dorchester County with Amanda FenstermakerIn Maryland the land across the Chesapeake Bay, the Eastern Shore, is a place rich in history. The landscape itself oozes history and speaks in many voices for those willing to listen. Dorchester County, founded in 1669, is one of the Shores’ most historic places most famous for its connection to Harriet Tubman. This week’s guest Amanda Fenstermaker works tirelessly to market, advocate and protect her native county’s history – and the results are showing as the county is quickly becoming a major tourist destination for those interested in learning about our nation’s African-American history. Join us...2018-08-2023 min

Listen Learn Lead12: Student-Centered, Future-Focused LearningWe had the chance to sit down and chat with three amazing educators at Southeast Junior High in the Iowa City Community School District. Scott Stimmel, Michele Kopecky and Mike Keller-Wilson are three teachers pioneering a new program called CASL which stands for Cross-Curricular Approach to Student-Driven Learning. Michele teaches global studies, Scott teaches science and Mike teaches language arts. This new program is currently offered to 7th graders, but Southeast Junior High is looking to expand it to 8th grade at the start of the 2018-2019 school year.2018-05-0125 min

Listen Learn Lead11: Song and Dance to Celebrate Cultural DiversityDuring this episode we had a chance to catch up with Melanie Hester who teaches 5th grade at Alexander Elementary in the Iowa City Community School District. Melanie shared the strategies she uses to incorporate song and dance into her instruction to celebrate cultural diversity.2018-04-1214 min

Listen Learn Lead10: Tech Infused PE SHOW NOTES During Episode 10, we got the chance to interview Lisa Hildebrand. She is the PE teacher at Van Allen Elementary in North Liberty, IA. During our conversation she shares some of the innovative ways she has infused tech into PE. KEY POINTS Twitter Provides a peak into everyone's classroom Sworkit: Kids do an exercise for a certain amount of time, then rest and move onto the next exercise. Many kids were even doing this at home. Tabata Apps: Can be projected Keeps kids moving 2018-02-0621 min

Listen Learn Lead09: Kid Centered Learning Environments SHOW NOTES Episode 9 was recorded live at ITEC in Des Moines, Iowa. Guests Laura Burchett and Kourtney Janss share about kid centered learning environments. KEY POINTS Makerspace Challenges Morning choice times Some short and some long Thematic mobile cart with resources for rotating through classes makerspace kits--teachers can check out from library Intentional planning as well as open ended exploration fun, collaborative, excitement, healthy competition Flexible Seating Pinterest for ideas Sitting and standing options Sensory options Consider including some traditional seating...2017-12-1321 min

Listen Learn Lead08: Personalized learning with Canvas SHOW NOTES During Episode 08, we had the pleasure of chatting with Travis Henderson at Iowa City West High School in Iowa City, IA. Travis teaches AP Psychology and also teaches American Studies to language learners. This is his fourth year at West High. Iowa City West has gone 1:1 with Chromebooks and Travis shares some of his insights on this transition. KEY POINTS Blended Learning takeaways for Travis: 1) Allowing kids more autonomy in class 2) Less demands of homework outside of class 3) More respectful tasks for students 4) Made class time more engaging 5) Gives stu...2017-11-0619 min

Listen Learn Lead07: Level Up Your Google Drive SHOW NOTES We had the opportunity to chat with Jen Giffen. Jen is a friend from Canada that shared some great tips and tricks on leveling up your game with Google Drive. Jen is a Digital Literacy Resource Teacher for the York Region District School Board. In addition, she is a Google Certified Innovator, Trainer and Flipgrid Ambassador. Check her out on Twitteror her blog. KEY POINTS Les McBeth: She is the director of PD at Future Design Schools in Toronto and helped facilitate Design Thinking with the #WDC17cohort in D.C. Google...2017-10-2024 min

Listen Learn Lead06: Dads as Principals SHOW NOTES We had the chance to chat with Nick Proud, principal at Garner Elementary, and Eric Ewald, principal at Van Allen Elementary. During our conversation, we had a chance to chat about a recent change that was sparked by the National Principals Conference. In addition, we were able to discuss some of the amazing changes that are currently taking place in the Iowa City School District. KEY POINTS Relationships: Conversations and connections that are made at conferences can trump the content. Dads as Principals: We’re Dads. And as Dads we wear lots of dif...2017-10-0215 min

Listen Learn Lead05: HS Teachers as Students SHOW NOTES Our two guests are Melissa Nies and Jon Bach. When this episode was recorded, Melissa and Jon both worked at West High School in Iowa City. They reflect on their experience of shadowing students for a day. Key Points Relationships: Developing and fostering relationships with our students are critical to ensuring learning experiences that meet the needs and styles of the diverse learners we interact with on a daily basis. Effective/Efficient Instruction: It is important that we utilize formative assessments to continually refine and adapt instru...2017-09-0125 min

Listen Learn Lead04: Jr. High Teacher as Student SHOW NOTES Mary Morrison is a personal development teacher at Southeast Junior High for 7th and 8th grade students. Southeast Junior High is part of the Iowa City Community School District in Iowa City, Iowa. DEPOSITS IN THE BANK Making connections and building relationships with students is a critical component of teaching. As George Corous stated in the Innovator's Mindset, "Innovation will never happen in education if we do not first focus on relationships." Deposits in the Bank Positive interactions with students Allow for withdrawals 2017-06-0120 min

Listen Learn Lead03: Jr. High Principal as Student Michelle Cook who is the principal at Southeast Junior High in Iowa City, IA shared her experience of shadowing a student for a day. 3 QUESTIONS TO ASK Many teachers don't have the luxury of time to shadow a student for a day. However, there are many ways to solicit feedback from students to get a perspective of their learning. Whether using a Google Form or sticky notes, try asking these three questions: 1) What should I stop doing? 2) What should I keep doing? 3) What should I start doing? 2017-05-1621 min

Listen Learn Lead02: Elementary Principal As Student Eric Ewald who is a principal at Van Allen Elementary in North Liberty, IA, shared his experience of shadowing a student for a day. Alice Keeler Quote "If your complaining about your students, change your lesson plans." Eric's Top 3 Twitter Recommendations Adam Welcome Pernille Ripp George Couros Eric's Top 3ish Book Recommendations Hacking Leadership by 2017-05-0223 min

Listen Learn Lead01: Teacher as Elementary Student With teachers wearing so many hats, it can be easy to lose sight of what life might be like as a student. Spending the day as a student is a great way to provide authentic insight into what elements bring joy to learning and which might provide some challenges. We were able to catch up with Patrick Snyder at Garner Elementary in North Liberty, IA. Patrick serves as an Instructional Design Strategist for Garner, but had the opportunity to become a first grade student for a day. NEXT EPISODE: Episode 02 will feature Eri...2017-04-1413 min