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WORT Local NewsCity weighs WisDOT proposal to expand the beltlineHere's your local news for Thursday, January 8, 2026:We detail the mixed reactions at a city meeting yesterday reviewing WisDOT's plan to expand the beltline,Find out how much Wisconsin's ballooning school voucher program is costing taxpayers,Spotlight some upcoming events celebrating eastern European culture,Meet a Madisonian who's using social media to highlight the local music scene,Consider the balance between function and beauty with a local woodworker,And much more.
2026-01-0950 min
WORT 89.9FM MadisonCity weighs WisDOT proposal to expand the beltlineAfter studying one of Madison’s highest-traffic roadways, WisDOT has drafted a proposal to expand the beltline. At a city transportation meeting yesterday, city leaders and Madison residents shared mixed feelings about the plan.
2026-01-0904 min
Wisconsin News and Info Daily TrackerDriving Safety Surge in Wisconsin: Comprehensive Initiatives Aim to Protect All Road UsersWisconsin, known for its rich history and diverse cultural heritage, has recently focused significantly on public safety and transportation development. One of the key issues that have come to the forefront involves roadway accidents, particularly concerning motorcycles and other vehicles.The Wisconsin State Patrol is actively involved in responding to and investigating traffic incidents throughout the state to ensure road safety. A recent incident on I-94 in St. Croix County, where a motorcycle collided with another vehicle, highlights ongoing concerns about road safety, especially on highways. Such accidents underline the importance of continuous education and enforcement of traffic...
2024-09-0902 min
The BobberTaking the Ultimate Wisconsin Tour By RoadwaysIn this episode, Hailey takes listeners on the ultimate tour, brought to you by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, following Wisconsin’s amazing roadways that curve all across the state. From motorcycling and road tripping to navigating construction and staying safe, it’s all here. Join Hailey for an epic roadways ride to remember!Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/taking-the-ultimate-wisconsin-tour-by-roadways/Great River Road: https://www.wigrr.com/; Rustic Roads: https://wisconsindot.gov/pages/travel/road/rustic-roads/default.aspx; Tomahawk Fall Ride: https://northwoodsfallride.com/; Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival: https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/cont...
2024-09-0408 min
TDA: On The Go PodcastTDA On The Go 55 - It's Electric!Wisconsin is on the verge of strengthening and expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging station network. On the latest On the Go podcast, Kaleb Vander Wiele, Transportation Electrification Project Manager at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, talks with TDA Executive Director Debby Jackson about the exciting plans for Wisconsin's charging network. Thanks to the NEVI (National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) Program, WisDOT has been allocated approximately $78M in federal funds to build out the network of Level 3 EV fast charging stations across the state. These fast chargers are among the top considerations for those considering the purchase of an...
2024-05-2722 min
LocalGovMatters#LocalGovMatters Episode 3: WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson
Join #LocalGovMatters co-hosts, WCA President & CEO Mark O’Connell and WCA Communications Consultant Michelle Gormican Thompson, as they sit down with Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson as they discuss project updates and what the department does to keep our state moving forward.
Secretary Thompson, who is slated to take over as president of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials in November of 2023, takes a deeper dive into specific major projects, passenger rail, electric vehicles and the critical role of ports in Wisconsin.
Resources Wisconsin Department of Transportation: www.wisconsindot.go...
2023-08-0729 min
CiporokeGC23 Resolutions, Rep Darren Brinegar and WisDot ITTF, and Wazi RadioGC23 is two months away so we begin to introduce Resolutions we’d like to see passed. Questions concerning the legality of honorariums that Rep Brinegar received from the WisDot ITTF are asked
2023-07-181h 02
BizTimes MKE: Milwaukee Business InsightsWeekly Debrief: WisDOT picks its plan for I-94 East-WestAndrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announcing its preference for a $1.2 billion plan to widen a 3.5-mile stretch of I-94 East-West to eight lanes, a decision supported by business groups but opposed by environmental groups who wanted to keep the interstate at six lanes. Insider Story Spotlight:Chicago firm buys Germantown industrial building for $21.3 millionAnother event space opening at former Pabst brewery complexBig Story:WisDOT...
2022-11-1218 min
Transportation Connects UsFlex Lane: Innovative solution improves travel times on Madison BeltlineThe Flex Lane opened on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) in July 2022 as one solution to ease backups and improve traffic flow on one of Wisconsin's busiest highways. Preliminary data shows the Flex Lane is working. It's improved travel times by 30% during the first two months of operation. WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson, Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, Madison Region Economic Partnership President and CEO Jason Fields and a few Beltline drivers join our latest podcast to discuss how the Beltline improvements are benefitting drivers, alleviating congestion and how an improved Beltline can aid economic development throughout Dane County.
2022-10-0532 min
WisSports.net PodcastWSN Podcast 6-23-2022The WisSports.net Podcast for June 23rd, 2022. WSN General Manager Travis Wilson is joined by WSN staffers Mark Miller, Norbert Durst, and Colton Wilson to talk about the recent WIAA Board of Control meeting, which included a couple minor basketball changes but saw several significant proposals get voted down.
Join the Buckle Up Phone Down movement! WisDOT challenges Wisconsin to put safety first by taking the two most important actions to prevent or survive a crash. Accept the Buckle Up Phone Down challenge. Use your seat belt every trip and put down the phone when driving.
2022-06-231h 00
Talkin Winter OpsEpisode 58: The Wisconsin salt brine projectSICOP Talks WInter Ops with Andrea Bill from the Wisconsin Traffic Operations and Safety Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin, Madison as she discusses the latest research into use of salt brine. Wisconsin DOT has been working hard to promote the use of liquids in winter maintenance operations. In 2021, the results of a 2-year research project into the use of salt brine was published. Andrea Bill presented this work at the 2022 Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting and in this episode describes the work and results of this study showing very positive results for the use of salt bri...
2022-03-0726 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 56 - Spider Mountain Bike Park with Christiana Hudson and Suzy Bauer" (February 20, 2021 | #1423 | Host: Josh Blum)February 20, 2022 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Trail EAffect will be moving off of Mountain Bike Radio to its own Podcast Feed and will be called: Trail EAffect. In order to continue to listen to future Trail EAffect Episodes please check out Trail EAffect everywhere Podcasts are consumed. Topics Covered in this Episode: The Christiana Hudson Backstory The Suzy Bauer Backstory The Spider Mountain Backstory Inspiration from Jackson Hole Other Bike Park Resorts: Purgatory and Pajarito The first chairlift in Texas The Lift was purchased from Taos Ski Ar...
2022-02-2151 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 55 - Mark Hayes of Highland Bike Park" (January 27, 2021 | #1422 | Host: Josh Blum)January 27, 2022 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Mark Hayes Back Story How a trip to Whistler Bike Park inspired Mark to create Highland Bike Park How Mark found the property to build out Highland Bike Park The details around Highland Bike Park The Importance of entry level trails for growing the customer base and mountain biking in general What is a beginner trail and incorporating the lesson component of the business Getting people into mountain biking The overview of Highland as a business and a brand...
2022-01-281h 12Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 54 | Neko Mulally and Ride Kanuga Bike Park" (January 18, 2022 | #1421 | Host: Josh Blum)January 18, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Neko Mulally Backstory and how he got into Professional WC DH Racing The formation of Neko’s own race program: Frameworks Check out the Downtime and Vital MTB Podcast for more depth on the program How the concept of Ride Kanuga Bike Park got started Neko’s take on the land and topography that Ride Kanuga offered 2020 the Pandemic created the time needed to build out Ride Kanuga Building Ride Kanuga How Callie’s trail building experience helped shape the diversi...
2022-01-191h 19Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 53 - Ann Christianson of the Saris Foundation" (January 11, 2021 | #1418 | Host: Josh Blum)January 11, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Ann Christianson backstory How Ann found bikes Working within the bike industry for multiple bike companies Saris and what Saris Makes The Saris Foundation How Chris of Saris took multiple leaders to Zambia to see what the power of the bicycle really means Bike Parks for Kids Vacant Lots / Land and the opportunities that previous generations had with these spaces How Public Bike Parks can serve multiple generations and demographics Where the First Bike Parks for Kids Bike Park is...
2022-01-1249 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 52 - Chris Currie of Stan’s NoTubes" (January 5, 2022 | #1417 | Host: Josh Blum)January 4, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Chris Currie backstory / early years in mountain biking How Chris started one of the very first E Commerce Mountain Bike Sites in the mid 90’s – Speedgoat Bikes Content Marketing way before content marketing was a thing Building custom mountain bikes for people in the early years of mountain biking Early Sealant / Tubeless Experimentation Where Speedgoat Bikes was located and why How Chris got interested in Suspension Design Early days of 29” full suspension that Chris designed and the other misadventures that came al...
2022-01-0559 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 51 - Greg Mazu - Singletrack Trails" (December 28, 2021 | #1416 | Host: Josh Blum)December 28, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Greg Mazu intro and backstory The early days of trail building for Greg Starting Singletrack Trails Inc Growing Singletrack Trails by branching out across the country Trails and Projects that stick out to Greg Palisade Plunge Trail backstory – 32-mile epic trail build Trail Planning, the importance of this and thinking about how a trail pla...
2021-12-291h 17Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 50 - Vernon Huffman – Access 4 Bikes Marin County" (December 20, 2021 | #1415 | Host: Josh Blum)December 20, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: No Bikes Signs, and how No Bikes Signs motivated Vernon learn more about these signs Vernon’s background and how he landed in Marin County Prohibition and how it relates to Mountain Biking The Paradigm Trail in Marin County Trail Wars Vernon’s professional career / background, and how that helps him provide scientific background for t...
2021-12-201h 07Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 49 - Dylan Schieffer – All Kids Bike" (December 6, 2021 | #1413 | Host: Josh Blum)December 6, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Dylan Schieffer back Story Why All Kids Bike was started Good stories around All Kids Bike / Strider Education Foundation How All Kids Bike can be implemented into their local school Gary Vernon – The State of Arkansas / Strider Store in Bentonville Other All Kids Bike Ambassadors Ambassador Story – John Hunter of Progressive Bike Ramps The i...
2021-12-0721 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 48 - Kat Sweet of Sweetlines" (November 29, 2021 | #1412 | Host: Josh Blum)November 29, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Kat Sweet backstory and how she got into mountain biking Kat’s career with Alpine Skiing / Skiercross / Big Mountain Skiing How Skiing shaped her future for Mountain Biking The Evolution of Mountain Bike Coaching from the early days to today, and how Kat became a coach Kid Specific Coaching at Sweetlines and working wit...
2021-11-2955 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 47 - Knoxville Series Part 6: Corey Clayton of Vee Hollow" (November 22, 2021 | #1411 | Host: Josh Blum)November 22, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Corey Clayton Back Story How the Concept of Vee Hollow became reality and why Townsend, TN Connecting with professional trail builders to review the feasibility of building a trail system at the proposed site Coordination with AMBC Knox for referrals on who to hire for planning and building of the trail system. Assembling th...
2021-11-2331 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 46: Knoxville Series - Part 5 - Story Time with Brian Hann" (November 15, 2021 | #1410 | Host: Josh Blum)November 15, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: About Brian Hann How the AMBC and Urban Wilderness Came to be Linking Properties Together in South Knoxville The Partnership of Public Trails on Private Land South Knoxville Transition into machine building Volunteers & Paid Professional Builders The Kingdom Trails Influence Access to Private Lands through Recreational Easements (consult with your own state laws and l...
2021-11-1551 min
Transportation Connects UsFrontline stories: Wisconsin crash responders recall near-death experiencesThis episode takes you inside the world of Wisconsin crash response. You'll hear harrowing stories from first responders who were either hit by a vehicle or involved in an extremely close call with traffic. Crash response is a dangerous job, hear it directly from those who willingly face those dangers every day. _______ Music credits: Stinson by Reed Mathis, Alone by Emmit Fenn, Almost in F - Tranquility by Kevin MacLeod, Wolf Moon by Unicorn Heads
2021-11-1123 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Knoxville Series Part 4: Mayor of Knoxville: Indya Kincannon" (November 8, 2021 | #1409 | Host: Josh Blum)November 8, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Mayor Indya Kincannon Backstory About Knoxville What is Knoxville Urban Wilderness the trails in Knoxville What trails have done for the residents in the community Neighborhood connectivity through Trails Increasing property values and decreasing blight The return on investment with Trails vs other infrastructure Investments by the City of Knoxville Quarries that have been re...
2021-11-0926 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 44 - The Knoxville Series #3 - Matthew Kellogg - E.D. of AMBC" (November 1, 2021 | #1408 | Host: Josh Blum)November 1, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Matthew Kellogg Backstory The Appalachian Mountain Bike Club Background Restarting the Club with a new agenda and aligning with SORBA and IMBA How a trip to Kingdom Trails inspired a greater vision for Knoxville Collaborative process with public and private land owners and managers How the Bell Built Grant Campaign really put Baker Creek a...
2021-11-021h 01Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 43 - Knoxville Series Part 2: Sean Leader – Windrock Bike Park" (October 25, 2021 | #1407 | Host: Josh Blum)October 25, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Sean’s Backstory How Sean got into Mountain Biking Ultra-Endurance Racing / Single Speed Racing Pro XC Racing and Cyclocross Transition to Gravity / Enduro Racing How going to New Zealand was the most influential mountain bike Destination for Sean Sean’s Wrist Injury The Turning Point of Being injured and being forced to explore other avenu...
2021-10-261h 32Mountain Bike RadioTrail Effect - Episode 42 | Knoxville Series Part 1: Julie Ferrara - Women’s Ambassador (October 20, 2021 | #1406 | Host: Josh Blum)October 20, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Julie’s Backstory How Julie started Mountain Biking Becoming a Women’s Ride Ambassador Women’s riding / inclusivity within Knoxville New Riders Tips for guys taking new female riders mountain biking Gravel Riding in the Knoxville Region Knoxville Backstory for Trails and Urban Wilderness Trails in Neighborhoods Other Trail Communities Closing Topics Covered in this Episode: RELATED SHOW NO...
2021-10-2127 min
Transportation Connects UsDiscussing cybersecurity: WisDOT and DATCP provide resources to protect your information onlineDuring Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) team up for a podcast to bring you important information to help keep you safe online. As reports of fraud, phishing, and imposter scams continue to rise, learn what our agencies are doing to protect Wisconsinites and learn useful tips you can start doing right now to be safer online.
2021-10-1324 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 41 - Gary Vernon" (October 7, 2021 | #1405| Host: Josh Blum)October 7, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Gary’s backstory How Bentonville started with a 5-mile trail system and got to where it is today OZ Trails and the backstory behind the brand / region known as OZ Trails Women of OZ State Parks and Monument Trails 2022 UCI Cyclocross World Championships The Future of OZ Trails and their goal of being the epicenter of cycling in the world Commu...
2021-10-0842 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 40 - Dave Wiens Trails Are Common Ground" (September 30, 2021 | #1400 | Host: Josh Blum)September 30, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Intro Trails Are Common Ground Backstory Draper City UT example of a great trail system with multiple forms of shared use How Trails Are Common Ground went from Idea to Action Partner Organizations Pulling professional agencies in to assist with the creation of Trails Are Common Ground Educating New Users How the Kindness is the basis o...
2021-10-0142 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 39 - Brice Minnigh – Editor & Chief at Freehub Magazine" (September 16, 2021 | #1402 | Host: Josh Blum)September 16, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Brice Minniqh Backstory The extensive travels the Brice was involved with as a foreign news correspondent for multiple media outlets Travels back to the U.S. and becoming the Managing Editor at Bike Mag – and 12 years of writing for Bike Mag The transition to Freehub Magazine as the Chief Editor The bac...
2021-09-162h 21Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 38 - Mike Riter of Trail Design Specialists" (September 8, 2021 | #1400 | Host: Josh Blum)September 8, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Mike Riter Back Story The 1996 Olympic Mountain Bike Course in Georgia The start of the IMBA Trail Care Crew in 1997 Traveling to Europe at the IMBA Trail Care Crew Difference between European Trails vs. Trails in North America Identifying the original Unicoi Turnpike Publishing IMBA’s Guild to Building Sweet Single Tra...
2021-09-081h 14Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 37 - Dave Wiens Executive Director of IMBA" (August 23, 2021 | #1397 | Host: Josh Blum)August 23, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Dave Wiens Back Story / how Dave got into Trails and Advocacy The Start of Dave’s Local Trail Organization – Gunnison Trails Advice for Trail Organization Executive Director / New Staff Transition to IMBA as a Board Member then Executive Director of IMBA The Team at IMBA and how IMBA has built back to a...
2021-08-231h 08Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 36 - Brook Goudy" (August 14, 2021 | #1394 | Host: Josh Blum)August 14, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Brooke Goudy Back Story on life & how she landed in Denver, Colorado How Brooke got into Mountain Biking and why she stuck with it Brooke’s involvement with a lot of different organizations in an effort to share mountain biking with people of color and women in general Black Girls Do Bik...
2021-08-1555 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 35 - Victor Sheldon Quick N Dirty Mountain Bike Racing" (July 29, 2021 | #1393 | Host: Josh Blum)July 29, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company 15% Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Victor “The Slasher” Sheldon Back Story Early Days of Mountain Bike Racing for Victor The tie between Jetski Racing and Mountain Biking / Cycling Transition from Jetski Racing to becoming an event promoter for mountain biking Quick – N – Dirty what it is, and other events All Kids Bike Thoughts on the Mountain Bike Community...
2021-07-3043 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 34 - Ryan Craft – Rad Apparel Company" (July 22, 2021 | #1392 | Host: Josh Blum)July 22, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page Rad Apparel Company Discount Coupon Code: traileaffect Check out with the RAD Affiliate Link: https://radapparelcompany.com/r?id=53tsmc ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Introduction to Rad Apparel Company Ryan Craft – Co Founder Back Story Use of recycled / more sustainable materials Starting Rad Apparel Company – Learning what they didn’t know about Where to find Rad Apparel Company (locally and online) The Trail Community of Colorado Springs Volunteer Trail Building and engaging with the community Closing RELA...
2021-07-2341 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 33 - Lil Ide of Kingdom Trails"July 15, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Introduction with Lil Ide Lil Ide Back Story and how she got into Mountain Biking Lil Traveling and living out west, then eventually settling back down in East Burke VT The Kingdom Trails Story and how she came on board The Growth of Kingdom Trails Events at Kingdom Trails NEMBA Fest Weekend and some of the challenges 2020 Changes and benefits that KT Saw (Hint – More Trails Built) Funding Trails and other aspects of the community through grants How Trails ha...
2021-07-161h 11Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 32 - Devon O'Neil" (July 4, 2021 | #1388 | Host: Josh Blum)June 26, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Growth in Mountain Biking and how it affects access Devon’s Back Story and how he got into Journalism Lines in the Dirt – As Written on access for Bike Mag Single Track Wars and the issue between Nederland, Co Locals and Boulder Co Locals. Kingdom Trails Vermont Mental Health and Suicide Closing Comments RELATED SHOW NOTES Devon O’Neil: http://www.devononeil.com/ Lines In the Dirt Bike Mag: https://www.bikemag.com/lines-in-the-dirt/the-vi...
2021-07-051h 00Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 31- Ely, NV / White Pine County with Kyle Horvath"June 26, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Kyle Horvath Back Story Kyle’s start in Tourism in Carson City, NV Kyle’s Transition from Carson City, NV to White Pine Co / Ely, NV Ely and the IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant Future Trail Expansion plans for the region Local Trail Club Great Basin Trails Alliance What to expect for a trail experience in the region Fears Tears and Beers – The first Enduro Race ever started in Ely Other Events in Ely Community Support of Trails and Mountain Biking...
2021-06-2755 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 30 - Lace Heward – Adaptive Mountain Biker / Brave Lace Project"June 14, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Lace Heward Back Story How Lacey got into adaptive Alpine Ski Racing The competitive side of Lace / becoming a Paralympic 2-time medalist Racing and traveling in Europe for the World Cup Other Outdoor Endeavors Adaptive Mountain Biking and the places Lace has gone Places Lacey is working on bringing more adaptive MTB access Being Brave – The Brave Lace Project Closing & Supporters Song Written and Performed by Lace “It’s Been a Long Time” RELATED SHOW NOTES Brave La...
2021-06-1452 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "A Conversation with Jeff Kendall-Weed"June 7, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Jeff Kendall-Weed Backstory Jeff’s Transition into the Bike Industry How Jeff ended up moving to Bellingham WA. Jeff’s Transition into a content creator / YouTube Local Loam Series & other online content Advocacy… Private VS Public Land and access benefits for both Riding in Bellingham, WA Trail Communities and what makes a great trail community Detour off into Motocross / Supercross Closing & Supporters RELATED SHOW NOTES Jeff Kendall-Weed Website: https://jeffkendallweed.com/ Jenson USA JKW: https://www.jen...
2021-06-071h 19Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 28 - Chris Lacy of Timber Bell"May 29, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Chris Lacy Backstory The Timber Bell Backstory How the Timber Bell works and how it’s different from other bike bells What makes a great trail community Trail Communities that Chris has traveled to like Cappadocia Turkey Closing & Supporters RELATED SHOW NOTES Timber Bell: https://www.mtbbell.com/ San Diego Mountain Biking Association: https://www.sdmba.com/ Mountain Biking in Cappadocia Turkey: http://www.bikinginturkey.com/mountain-biking-holidays/cappadocia-mtb/ GoPro Video of Cappadocia Turkey: ht...
2021-05-2931 min
Transportation Connects UsMerging Technology and Safety: The New Work ZoneEnvision a work zone in Wisconsin and you'll likely picture orange barrels, heavy equipment and workers in hard hats. Technology may not come to mind, but it is playing an increasingly important role in keeping motorists and workers safe. In the latest episode of "Transportation Connects Us," WisDOT engineers discuss the safety benefits of work zone technology like Queue Warning Systems, the Dynamic Late Merge System (zipper merge) and modern work zone inspection equipment.
2021-05-1926 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 27 - Carlo Alfano"May 18, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Carlo Alfano Backstory The Backstory about Rivers Edge Trail System Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts Back Story The development of the Rivers Edge Trail System Rivers Edge Trails and it’s proximity to the Middle School and High School NICA Racing at Rivers Edge Trail System How Rivers Edge has made a huge positive impact on the community for locals and tourists The Community of Brunswick outside of Mountain Biking The Future of Rivers Edge Closing & Supporters RELATED SHOW NOTES...
2021-05-1945 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 26 - Kristina Wayte – Sketchy Trails"May 11, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Kristina Wayte Backstory How Kristina got into Mountain Biking The Start of Sketchy Trails Trail Tips Comic Series Riding with Timber bells Last Day of Summer Animation and Live Movie How to get more Women into Biking Female Stereotypes in Mountain Biking Communities that Kristina has enjoyed as a mountain biker Closing RELATED SHOW NOTES Sketchy Trails: https://www.sketchytrails.com/ Kristina Wayte Commercial Work: https://www.kristinawayte.com/ Last Day of Summer Movie: h...
2021-05-1147 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 25 - Angela Brooks – Brooks Adventure MTB, WI NICA GRiT, Trek Dirt Series, KAMBA" (April 28, 2021 | #1375 | Host: Josh Blum)April 28, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Angela Brooks Backstory How Angela got into Mountain Biking and coaching Areas that Guys screw up on when getting females into Mountain Biking Why everyone can benefit from skills development and coaching How Mountain Biking helps kids and youth when they get involved with NICA A story about female confidence gained through mountain biking NICA and GRiT Trek Dirt Series Brooks Adventure MTB Kenosha Area Mountain Bike Association Closing RELATED SHOW NOTES Brooks Mountain Bike Adventures...
2021-04-2950 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 24 - Angi Weston Radical Roots MTB"April 17, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: Angi Weston Backstory Early Years of Coaching for Angi / Inside the industry work Advice for Women getting into Mountain Biking PickleBall Advice for the industry in terms of Women and Girls getting into Mountain Biking Advice for getting more diversity within Mountain Biking Copper Harbor Women’s Weekend Other Communities that Angi endorses for mountain biking Flying Squirrels and Radical Rippers Female Youth MTB Program The Community of Bellingham Transition Bike Co – Angi’s other employer / supporter How to break...
2021-04-171h 22
AM Fox ValleyWISDOT's Tom Buchholz 4/12/21Dave Edwards had a chat with NE Wisconsin's Dep. Dir for WISDOT concerning 2021 projects, the status on the huge I-41 project and what do do if you have a issue with roads and bridges...
2021-04-1307 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 23 - Jeff Lenosky – The Trail Boss"April 5, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Jeff Lenosky Backstory Trials and 90’s Mountain Biking How the Trail Boss Came to be How Jeff got into Enduro Racing at the beginning of Enduro Trails that Jeff enjoys riding and difficult climbs like the entrance to Horse Thief’s bench Flats VS Clips… Communities like Knoxville, TN that have all the aspects for a great Trail Community Can’d Aid Foundation The Partnership with REEB Cycles and how that came about Other Supporters and why it’s important...
2021-04-061h 27
Transportation Connects UsFirst mile, last mile: Wisconsin's critical link between infrastructure and agricultureOn this episode, we're talking transportation and ag with WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary-designee Randy Romanski. We discuss the relationship between transportation infrastructure and the success of Wisconsin's agricultural industry, the state's economic recovery from the pandemic and motorist and farm vehicle safety as we head into the important spring farming season.
2021-03-1624 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Copper Harbor Series Part 3 with Sam Raymond"March 15, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Topics Covered in this Episode: The Sam Raymond Backstory Why Sam moved to Copper Harbor How Sam acquired the Keweenaw Adventure Company The Early Years of Mountain Biking in Copper Harbor The formation of the Copper Harbor Trails Club Bringing paid trail building staff on board Bringing the Copper Harbor Trails Club forward by hiring an Executive Director Bell Built Grant to Build the Overflow Trail Keweenaw Point Trail Project Expansion of Green (easy rating) Trails in Copper Harbor The Potential of the entire...
2021-03-151h 18
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect -"Episode 21 - Tillamook Off Road Trail Alliance"February 17, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE The Tillamook Off Road Trail Alliance (TORTA) is a relatively new trail organization located on the Pacific Coast in Tillamook County, Oregon. TORTA has the ambitious goal of building 29 miles of trails, known as the Buzzard Butte Trail Network in the Siuslaw National Forest. On this episode we have Ron Baker (TORTA Board Member), Derek Kidd (Norco Bikes) and Pat Corran (Former Portland Resident) to discuss all things related to TORTA and this region. There is also a fundraiser to help fund the building of...
2021-02-1750 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 20 with Skye Schillhammer - Marketing and Media Guy at Transition Bicycle Company / Professional Slopestyle Rider"February 4, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Skye is a unique chartier who brings a broad background of riding and trails into this episode. Topics in the show include: The Skye Schillhammer backstory How Skye created a career for himself within the Bike Industry through media and film making Movie: From Slide To Ride – the most important and impactful part of this episode Other Movies and the unique way that Transition market’s their brand How the founders of Transition Bicycle Company have played a key role in the Bell...
2021-02-1441 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 19 - Brice Shirbach – A Mountain Bike Storyteller"February 4, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Brice has been telling stories for close to a decade. He has a broad list of topics and areas that he’s been fortunate enough to tell stories about. You can find Brice’s work on Pinkbike, the PEARL iZUMi Blog and Youtube channel, Pivot Cycles, Maxxis Tires, and other various locations. Much of Brice’s work focus’ on Trails and Trail Communities. Topics in the show include: The Brice Shirbach Backstory How Brice transitioned into working within the bike industry as a Story...
2021-02-051h 08
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 18 with Katie Zaffke – Paydirt Fund Program Coordinator for Santa Cruz"January 28, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Santa Cruz first caught my attention years ago through their involvement with the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship, and the other events they have been involved with that also included an aspect of trail work. Then in November of 2019 Santa Cruz rolled out the “Paydirt Fund”. This really caught my attention and I’m sure others as well. After all, how many companies are giving out One Million Dollars over 3 years with no geographical limitations, and very few other limitations? This brought me to Katie...
2021-01-2946 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 17 with Joshua Lawton - Story Teller and Content Creator for PEARL iZUMi"January 20, 2021 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE PEARL iZUMi has caught my attention as a company that is making great strides in telling stories about people and communities. They have a series called “Underexposed” high lighting communities that people may not associate mountain biking with right away and bringing attention to the. PEARL iZUMi also has a “Dig Series” where they highlight communities that are using trails and mountain biking to revitalize their economy. In this show we speak with Joshua Lawton both a content creator and story teller for PEARL iZ...
2021-01-2127 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 16 with Rich & Rob Drew – Skills & Trail Lite"January 13, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Rich and Rob Drew are Skills Coaches, Industry Insiders, and Enduro Racers. Topics in the show include: The Back Story on Rich and Rob A discussion on Downcountry Trail Lite Bikes and how they are the right bike for many riders The 2021 Specialized Epic Evo VS the Transition Spur The Pivot Trail 429 Enduro Edition Suspension Set Up according to Rob Modern Frame Geometry (Longer Lower Slacker) The Ride Series and how skills clinics can help all riders What 2021 May hold for Rich...
2021-01-131h 23
Transportation Connects UsMAASTO: Midwest states collaborate on equity and inclusionMidwest states are collaborating to promote greater diversity, equity and inclusion in our transportation systems. As members of the Mid America Association of Transportation Officials (MAASTO), Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman and Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Margaret Anderson Kelliher discuss MAASTO's new equity and inclusion initiative and how it can help improve diversity efforts in MAASTO's 10 member states.
2021-01-1114 min
Transportation Connects UsMAASTO: States collaborate on CAV technology, future of transportationMidwest states continue to work together to ensure residents, businesses and agencies are positioned to take advantage of connected and automated vehicle technology. Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman and Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Margaret Anderson Kelliher discuss the future of transportation in part two of our special three-part podcast series.
2021-01-0517 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 15 - Mark Scotch - Kidney Donor Athlete / Mountain Biker"January 4, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Josh gets together with Mark Scotch from Wisconsin to discuss something a little different. Mark is a mountain biker, ultra endurance athlete and kidney donor. He shares his story of his awesome and selfless story. Topics in the show include: How Mark got into mountain biking From mountain biking to competing in marathon mountain bike events How Mark decided to become a kidney donor How to donate a kidney without being a match – National Kidney Registry The Organ Trail – Mark’s website for aw...
2021-01-051h 07
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 14 - Braydon Bringhurst AKA BikerBrayd of Canyon Bicycles"December 28, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE While Braydon Bringhurst may be a “newer” Mountain Biker, he’s a force within his community and the Instagram Community. Braydon is seriously talented both on the bike and as a video editor and producer. Braydon also films all of his riding with his wife. Topics in the show include: How Braydon got into Mountain Biking Boise, Idaho as a trail community Upduro and Technical Climbing The Rad Movie Tribute movie preview of what’s to come in January 2021 Braydon’s Raffle to raise m...
2020-12-2949 min
Transportation Connects UsMAASTO: Regional collaboration addresses safety, pandemic responseWisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman and Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Margaret Anderson Kelliher discuss how collaboration is helping Midwest states respond to shared transportation issues like the rise in traffic deaths and the coronavirus pandemic. Listen to part one of a special three-part podcast series with these Midwest transportation leaders.
2020-12-2827 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 13 - Tony Boone of Timberline Trailcraft"December 21, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Tony Boone is one of the longest running Professional Trail Builders on the planet. Tony has seen and done nearly everything in terms of trail building and design. Trail Building has taken Tony around the world. Tony is also a board member of the Professional Trail Building Association, member of the Educational Committee within the PTBA and he’s currently building out a trail building curriculum for and Associates Degree in Applied Science / Trail Construction and Management at Trinidad Community College. Topics in th...
2020-12-2254 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 12 Concept to Complete with Jed Olson"December 15, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE In 2018, ORA Trails, in partnership with the City of La Crosse Parks, was awarded an IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant, that provided planning services for a 5.5-mile trail system within Grandad Bluff Park in the City of La Crosse, Wisconsin. The goal was to provide trails in an underutilized park that had rogue and social use issues. Aside from a great view from this bluff, there were no other recreational amenities offered. Now the system has been completed and legalized. We discuss the timeline of how...
2020-12-151h 01
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 11 - David Wright – Bentonville Parks & Recreation Director"December 7, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Josh sits down with David Wright who is the Director of Parks and Recreation in Bentonville, Arkansas. This is a particularly important and informative interview as Bentonville has an amazing parks system which also includes extensive hard surface and natural surface trails. Warning – Positive Community Development and Public Open Spaces ahead. Everything from Trails to Cricket is discussed. This interview is hands down the most impactful positive interview on Driftless Dirt to date and we hope you enjoy listening. Topics covered in this ep...
2020-12-0846 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 10 - IMBA Trail Accelerator Grant"November 27, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to “Episode 10” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is joined by Mike Repyak – IMBA Trail Solution Director of Planning, Patrick Kell – IMBA Grant Manager, and Ann Freiwald – City of Madison Parks Division Development Manager. Topics covered in this episode: Introductions Current topics and IMBA Update Trail Accelerator Grant Program (TAG) Prescott, AZ Gravity Trails Project at Bean Peaks What Makes a good IMBA TAG Project? The Value of Trail Planning and Design The City of Madison, WI and the Madison Bicycle Ad...
2020-11-2857 min
Transportation Connects UsTraffic Safety: A shared responsibilityTraffic fatalities are up in many states across the country in 2020, including Wisconsin. WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tony Burrell analyze traffic data and explain why fatalities are up during a year when traffic volume has been down, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
2020-11-1119 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 9 - Jonas Sublett and John DeGeorge"November 5, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 9" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is joined by Jonas Sublett and John DeGeorge. Jonas and John are local to Josh and bring some really great stories and experiences of "normal guys." They chat about their start in mountain biking and then how they got into learning wheelies and manuals. It's a great listen if you can't always relate to the biggest, most famous people out there! Topics covered in this episode: The Jonas Back Story How Jonas...
2020-11-051h 22
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Joe Vadeboncoeur - CAMBA Board President"October 28, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 8" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is joined by bicycle industry veteran Joe Vadeboncoeur. Joe shares his history in the bike industry, his role with the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA), and trail organizations . Joe is a motivated guy with some great experience, so you get some great perspective of what's happening within CAMBA, the community, and more. Topics covered in this episode: The Joe Vadebonceur Back Story Joe’s history at Trek Transition from Trek to St...
2020-10-281h 19
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 7 - Todd Poquette - Director of Adventure at 906 Adventure Team"October 21, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to “Episode 7” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is joined by Todd Poquette, the Director of Adventure at 906 Adventure Team. Todd doesn’t shy award from obstacles. He’s become a force for change in peoples’ lives, both in the local-to-him Marquette, Michigan community and the outside community. They chat about the organization, events, youth, and more. Topics covered in this episode: The Todd Poquette Back Story Why 906 Adventure Team was created 906 Adventure Events 906 Youth Programs Replicating 906 Adventure Programs in other comm...
2020-10-211h 09
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Mike Brunet of NTN Trails & Steve Farr of Blackrocks Brewery"October 14, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to “Episode 6” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is continuing dive into the world of Marquette, Michigan. The guests for this episode are Mike Brunet of NTN Trails & Steve Farr of Blackrocks Brewery. You should probably grab a Blackrocks beer and listen in! Topics Covered in this show: The Mike Brunet Back Story The Early Years of Mountain Biking in Marquette, MI Marquette Mountain Bike Park Back Story and information South Trails and how they became reality- NTN Trails and City...
2020-10-1555 min
Transportation Connects UsWisDOT Tribal Affairs ProgramThe Wisconsin Department of Transportation is committed to its partnership with the 11 federally recognized Tribal Governments in Wisconsin to work on tribal relations and transportation-related issues. Learn more about WisDOT's Tribal Affairs Program in this edition of Transportation Connects Us.
2020-10-1221 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Danny Hill – RAMBA Trails Ishpeming / Negaunee, Michigan"October 8, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to “Episode 5” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is diving into the world of Marquette, Michigan. The guest is Danny Hill and they discuss the RAMBA Trails in and around Ishpeming and Negaunee, Michigan. Topics Covered in this show: The Danny Hill Back Story The Beginnings & History of RAMBA Trails Winter Snow Bike Riding / Grooming Marji Gesick Course Creator / Designer Future of RAMBA Trails Trail Names / Descriptions -------- RELATED SHOW NOTES Range Area Mountain Bikers Assoc...
2020-10-0828 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Erik Pueschner – Smith’s Bike Shop, La Crosse, WI"September 30, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 4" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh stays close to home in this episode. The guest is Erik Pueschner of Smith's Bike Shop in La Crosse. Topics Covered in this show: The Erik Pueschner Back Story Going from Mechanic to Shop Owner The History of Smith’s Bike Shop The Ramp Car Smith’s Product Lines – Trek / Bontrager & Salsa Community Involvement The involvement with local events / races The rise of Trails in La Crosse Bonus Content – Crusher EX 250 – 2020 Edition --------
2020-09-3000 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Brian Kennedy of BKXC – YouTube Star"September 21, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 3" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. The guest for this episode, Brian Kennedy, needs no introduction. Brian has taken followers on an awesome journey with his YouTube page, BKXC. Brian was in Josh's neck of the woods recently and they caught up to share the trail love. Brian is an authentic guy with an infectious positive attitude about getting out there. Topics Covered in this show: The Brian Kennedy Back Story Inspiration / choice to go full time at the...
2020-09-2100 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 2 - Chris Guibert – Photographer, CHTC Board Member, Trail Guide, Resident of the Keweenaw"September 17, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to “Episode 2” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh headed up to Copper Harbor, Michigan to check out the unique scene in the tiny town at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. In this episode he gets to chat with Chris Guibert, Photographer, CHTC Board Member, Trail Guide, and Resident of the Keweenaw. Topics Covered in this show: The Chris Guibert Back Story Early Years of being a Mountain Bike Guide in AZ Guiding the first bike packing tour on the Cont...
2020-09-1700 min
Mountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 1 - Aaron Rogers – Owner of Rock-Solid Trail Contractors"September 14, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 1" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh headed up to Copper Harbor, Michigan to check out the unique scene in the tiny town at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. In this episode he gets to chat with Aaron Rogers, the owner of Rock-Solid Trail Contractors. Topics Covered in this show: The Aaron Rogers Back Story Aaron’s Move to Copper Harbor How Trails have saved the community Keweenaw Point Trail Phases 1, 1.5, 2 and beyond Transition to Professional Trail Builder / Bus...
2020-09-1500 minMountain Bike RadioTrail EAffect - "Episode 0 - Show Introduction"September 13, 2020 Trail EAffect Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Welcome to "Episode 0" of the new show, Trail Eaffect. This is an introduction to the host, Josh Blum, why he's interested in all of this, and some things you can expect in coming episodes. Listen in to set the stage for a look behind the trail effects and affects! Thanks for checking it out! -------- RELATED SHOW NOTES Contact Josh at EvolutionTrails@Gmail.com Contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com -------- ABOUT TRAIL EAFFECT
2020-09-1400 min
Transportation Connects UsNew DMV Programs: Online Driver License Renewal and Teen Road Test WaiverThe COVID-19 pandemic continues to change the way we do business. Wisconsin DMV has created two new and innovative programs to shift common tasks normally done in-person, to tasks that can be done online.
2020-05-0518 min
Mountain Bike RadioDriftless Dirt - "Bentonville Special #5 - Gary Vernon - The Man Behind the Trails"April 30, 2020 Driftless Dirt Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Josh sits down with Gary to discuss mountain biking and Bentonville, and how the expansion of trails has happened in Arkansas. Topics Covered: Gary's backstory How Bentonville started with a 5-mile trail system and got to where it is today OZ Trails and the backstory behind the brand / region known as OZ Trails Women of OZ State Parks and Monument Trails 2022 UCI Cyclocross World Championships The Future of OZ Trails and their goal of being the epicenter of cycling in the world Commu...
2020-04-3000 min
Mountain Bike RadioDriftless Dirt - "Bentonville Special #4 - Rich Drew of The Ride Series" April 18, 2020 Driftless Dirt Show Page Josh sits down with Rich to discuss Mountain Biking and Bentonville. Rich now calls Bentonville home, but that wasn’t until recently when he decided to take the leap from Texas to OZ. Topics Covered in this show: Rich's backstory How Rich discovered Bentonville and then made the move east How the Bentonville Community Rallies around cycling and mountain biking The Ride Series and how that came about In depth about the various options with The Ride Series A discussion about new riders and how to get them on the right gear so they have bett...
2020-04-1900 min
Mountain Bike RadioDriftless Dirt - "Bentonville Special #3 - Travis Greenlee of Kreadiv Nadiv Concepts"April 12, 2020 Driftless Dirt Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Josh sits down with Travis Greenlee, who is the owner of Kreadiv Nadiv Concepts, a trail building company based out of NW Arkansas. Topics Discussed: Travis’ back story Arkansas State Parks / Monument Trails Program How Travis got into trail building and companies he’s worked for before starting Kreadiv Nadiv Concepts What makes a good trail The discussion of trails in general, as well as the diversity of trails How the community of Bentonville has embraced mountain biking Travis and coaching with the local NICA Program The po...
2020-04-1200 min
Mountain Bike RadioDriftless Dirt's Bentonville Special - "#2 - David Wright"April 2, 2020 Driftless Dirt Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE This is the second episode of a 5-episode special recorded on location in Bentonville, Arkansas. Josh sits down with David Wright, the Director of Parks & Recreation in Bentonville, Arkansas. They discuss how recreation plays an essential role in developing and sustaining an active, involved, and successful community. The Bentonville Series has been brought to you by Evolution Trail Services. For more information about Evolution Trail Services check out www.evotrails.com ----------- RELATED SHOW LINKS SUBSCRIBE TO DRIFTLESS DIRT Bentonville Parks & Rec - htt...
2020-04-0200 min
Mountain Bike RadioDriftless Dirt's Bentonville Special - "#1 - Luke Hall"March 24, 2020 Driftless Dirt Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE This is the first episode of a 5-episode special recorded on location in Bentonville, Arkansas. Host, Josh Blum, sits down with Luke Hall who is a Bentonville local with a very diverse background in cycling. They discuss Luke’s journey towards finding the bike again – his own Freedom Machine. During the show they discuss the backstory behind why Luke decided to move to Bentonville from Kansas City. The guys also review the various jobs Luke has had related to cycling in the Bentonville region, which include: AirBnB...
2020-03-2500 min
Transportation Connects UsWI Count – Census 2020The 2020 Census impacts many areas of life, including transportation. Joanna Beilman-Dulin of the Wisconsin Department of Administration joins the podcast to discuss everything you need to know about the Census.
2020-03-1612 min
Transportation Connects UsMLS: Innovative Process, Local Control, Immediate ImpactTransportation Secretary Thompson is joined by the executive directors of the Wisconsin Counties Association, The League of Wisconsin Municipalities and the Wisconsin Towns Association to discuss the local impact of this innovative program, what has been learned from the streamlined process and share feedback from their members.
2020-03-0428 minLocalGovMatters#LocalGovMatters 2.0 Episode 4: Getting Your REAL ID with Guest Kristina Boardman
Kristina Boardman of WisDOT with hosts Gail Sumi and Michelle Thompson (l-r)
In accordance with the federal REAL ID Act of 2005, if you plan to fly within the United States, visit a military base or any other federal buildings, the Department of Homeland Security will require identification that is REAL ID compliant (or show another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport) beginning October 1, 2020. The Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issues these REAL ID compliant products.
Join us for this #LocalGovMatters podcast as we sit down with Kristina Boardman, Administrator of the Wisconsin Division of Mot...
2020-02-2530 min
Transportation Connects UsClear Roads, Less Salt – Wisconsin Winter Road MaintenanceWisconsin's state highway maintenance engineer and the Jefferson County highway commissioner join the podcast to discuss the increasing use of liquid brine on state highways, detailing how it works and how it's saving resources while dispelling a few myths along the way.
2020-02-2523 min
Transportation Connects UsDBE: Helping Disadvantaged Businesses SucceedOn this episode of Transportation Connects Us hear about WisDOT's program that's been helping small and emerging businesses better compete in the state's competitive construction market. WisDOT has mentored businesses through the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program or DBE for more than 30 years.
2020-02-1124 minLocalGovMatters#LocalGovMatters 2.0 Episode 2: WisDOT Secretary Thompson Discusses the MLS Grant Program<p>Join #LocalGovMatters as we sit down with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Craig Thompson to discuss the Multimodal Supplement Grant Program (MLS), as well as take a 10,000 foot view of the state of transportation here in Wisconsin. We discuss the breadth of issues WisDOT handles every day, from the DMV to the State […]</p>
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2020-01-2900 min
Transportation Connects UsInnovative Grant Program to Fund Local Transportation ProjectsA new grant program in the 2019-21 budget is helping put money where it's needed, in local communities to fund transportation projects. Municipalities are lauding the one-time, $75 million 'Multimodal Local Supplement' program for the simplicity of the application process. Interest is high and local governments are recognizing it will take a creative project pitch to win one of the competitive grants. Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson discussed the benefits of the program with local government association leaders in WisDOT's latest Transportation Connects Us Podcast. To apply for an MLS grant or to learn more, click here: https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages...
2019-11-2022 min
Transportation Connects UsHow WisDOT Maximizes Your Tax Dollars for TransportationIn this episode of "Transportation Connects Us," Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and the administrator of WisDOT's Division of Transportation System Development, Rebecca Burkel, discuss several programs that show how technology and innovation are helping save tax dollars and create better roads.
2019-11-0618 min
Mountain Bike RadioThe Outdoor Route - "Driftless Dirt from The Outdoor Route"October 10, 2019 Driftless Dirt Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Josh is back with a second episode! He sits down with Jed Olson. Jed is full of life experiences, experiences around the La Crosse area, trails, parks, public land, and digging dirt. They chat about some of the history of the city property around Grandad’s Bluff and what it’s been and where it’s going. This episode gives you an idea of some of the interesting people involved in the area trails. About Jed: Jed plays in the dirt all day...
2019-10-1400 min
Transportation Connects UsCountdown to REAL ID RequirementBeginning May 3, 2023, the new federal deadline, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver license or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. When enforcement of the REAL ID Act begins, the regular Wisconsin driver license or ID will no longer be accepted identification for air travel or to enter a federal building or military base. Hear DMV Administrator Kristina Boardman explain the new requirements and the steps Wisconsin residents can take to be REAL ID compliant.
2019-09-3018 min
Bridge the CityMenomonee Valley PartnersWe discuss Menonomee Valley Partner’s 20th anniversary as well as the revitalization of the Valley over the past decades with Corey Zetts, Executive Director of MVP, Sheri Schmit, SE Region Deputy Director for WisDOT, Melissa Cook, Hank Aaron State Trail Manager, and Catherine Stagmer, Manager of Global Social Responsibility for Komatsu.Producers: Benjamin Rangel & Kyle Hagge.Website: bridgethecitypodcast.comVisit: TheValleyMKE.orgInstagram: @BridgeTheCityPodcastTwitter: @BridgeTheCityWiEmail: Bridgethecitypodcast@gmail.comLogo Design: Elizabeth McLarenMusic: Casey Masters
2019-09-2446 min
Transportation Connects UsSchool Bus SafetyRob Miller and Lieutenant Karl Mittelstadt discuss the topic of school bus safety and what to do when you come upon a school bus in action.
2019-09-0513 min
Transportation Connects UsTransportation Challenges, Opportunities and Promises KeptThe first podcast episode, WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers talk about transportation challenges, opportunities and promises kept.
2019-08-1318 minTDA: On The Go PodcastTDA: On The Go Episode 5The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has launched an innovative reform to save cost and time on local bridge projects in cooperation with Wisconsin's county highway departments. In this episode, Dan Fedderly, executive director of the Wisconsin County Highway Association, joins Debby Jackson of TDA and explains the rationale and implementation of the low-risk bridge pilot program.
2019-08-0718 min