Asphalt Talk
Dale Williams & Rick Biermann
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Get to know Lt. Col (ret) Jason Harris 2026 MAPA Keynote Speaker
Getting to know the MAPA 2026 Conference Keynote Speaker.
Meet Eric Schroeter
Meet Eric Schroeter: Deputy Director & Chief Engineer, MoDOT (Missouri Department of Transportation)
2025 MAPA Annual Conference Keynote Speaker Col. Mark Tillman
Learn a little bit about Col. Tillman and what attendees of the 2025 Annual Conference will hear during the keynote
MAPA / AAPA Joint Meeting at the NCAT Test Track
In this 2-part podcast, we discuss the upcoming MAPA/AAPA joint meeting that will be held at the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT), where the group will visit their test track and asphalt…
2024 Legislative Session and August Primary Recap
This episode will recap the 2024 Missouri Legislative Session along with a discussion on the 2024 Missouri Primary and how the November election will impact the asphalt paving industry.
Getting to Know Reed Ryan, the Executive Director of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance
Getting to know Reed Ryan, the Executive Director of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance. The listeners will get to learn about Reed's vision for the APA and the resources they provide.
An Interview with MAPA Summer Social Keynote Speaker Mitch Holthus
In this episode we will learn about how Mitch Holthus got into broadcasting, how he prepares for a game and preview of what attendees at the MAPA Summer Social will hear during his keynote speech.
Getting to Know the New State Design Engineer Kenny Voss
Guests will learn about Kenny's career at MoDOT, what he likes to do outside of work and his priorities as the new State Design Engineer
Getting to Know Dr. Buzz Powell, Technical Director of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance
Dr. Buzz Powell was hired for the newly created position of Technical Director for the Asphalt Pavement Alliance. We will learn about Dr. Powell's experience in previous jobs along with how the APA…
Leading in Change - MAPA's Spring Training Personal Development Track
A conversation with MAPA emerging leaders chairperson Rusty Durbin and Steph Auping from Leadership and Co. Our emerging leaders committee is, again, sponsoring and presenting the personal…
A Conversation with 2024 MAPA Annual Conference Keynote Speaker Christian Okoye
This episode gives the audience a little background on Christian Okoye and what they can expect to hear during his keynote address at the MAPA Annual Conference.
MoDOT's Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) with guest, Travis Koestner
On this episode we sit down with Travis Koestner, the State Design Engineer for MoDOT, to help you understand how a project gets identified, and moves through the process to be put out for bid.
2023 Missouri State Legislative Session Wrap Up
In this episode, Dale Williams interviews lobbyist Noel Torpey from Husch Blackwell Strategies to discuss the impact of the 2023 legislative session on the asphalt industry in Missouri. Despite the…
A Conversation with Audrey Copeland
Dale sits down with Audrey Copeland, President and CEO of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) as she shares about the organization and how it partners with the state associations. Audrey…
The Asphalt Pavement Alliance with Amy Miller
In this episode, Dale interviews Amy Miller, the National Director of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA). She shares information and updates from the APA for asphalt professionals. Listen to learn…
MAPA Municipal Roundtable Update with Bruce McGregor, Public Works Director for the City of Olivette
In this episode, Rick Biermann is joined by Bruce McGregor, the Public Works Director for the City of Olivette, to discuss the starting of the MAPA Municipal Roundtable meetings. They discuss where…
Get to Know the MAPA Black to Basics Keynote Speaker Joe Fingerhut
In this episode, we’re treated to a preview of Joe Fingerhut's keynote speech for our 2023 Black to Basics Spring Training. Find out a little about Joe, his varied and entertaining interests and how…
Overview of the Upcoming MAPA Learning Event - Increasing the Sustainability and Performance of Roadways Through the Use of Recycled Materials with Redmond (Red) Clark of Asphalt Plus
In this episode, Rick Biermann interviews Red Clark. Red is part of a panel presentation MAPA is presenting on February 15, 2023. He is an expert in industrial and manufacturing practice improvement…
Growing Relationships by Understanding Behavioral Tendencies with Shara Brice of The Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities
This episode is hosted by Rick Bierman of MAPA and Stacy Brockmeier of MayeCreate Design. Stacy has served on the MAPA Emerging Leaders executive team since it started. She has served as the…
A conversation with Brian Johanning, the 2023 MAPA Board of Directors President and Vice President of Superior Bowen
In this episode, we get to know Brian Johanning, the 2023 MAPA Board of Directors President. Dale and Brian discuss Brian’s past work experience, what motivates him and his goals for MAPA for 2023.…
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