B&W Insights

B&W Insights

Baxter & Woodman

Episodes 24
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Highly Active
Since Aug 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Monthly
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Episodic
Consistency
90%
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About This Podcast

The Baxter & Woodman Insights Podcast is brought to you by Baxter & Woodman, a forward-thinking civil engineering firm committed to shaping resilient and sustainable communities. In each episode, we dive deep into key aspects of infrastructure, design, and construction, showcasing innovative solutions that address today’s most pressing challenges. Our expert guests discuss topics ranging from water resources and stormwater management to cutting-edge engineering technologies, all with the goal of enhancing community value and improving quality of life.

 

Learn more at baxterwoodman.com.


This has been a Baxter & Woodman production, 2026

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Recent Episodes

S2E2 B&W Insights: Still Time to Get the Lead Out

Mar 03, 2026 35m

Host Mark Siefert and returning guest Kaitlin Wright explore where communities stand in the nationwide push to replace lead service lines. From new regulations to funding challenges and lessons…

S2E1 From Flooding to the Future: How Western Springs Built a Community‑Backed Infrastructure Plan

Feb 03, 2026 41m

Kicking off Season 2 of B&W Insights, host Mark Siefert sits down with Village of Western Springs Deputy Village Manager Casey Biernacki and the Baxter & Woodman project team to explore how…

S1E18 B&W Insights: 2025 Year in Review

Jan 06, 2026 35m

In this season finale episode of B&W Insights, host Mark Siefert sits down with Michael Fontanez to talk about the podcast’s journey—why it started, what’s been covered so far, and what’s coming…

S1E17 B&W Insights: Inspiring the Next Generation of Water Leaders with Alex Han

Dec 02, 2025 24m

In this episode of B&W Insights, we sit down with Alex Han, the inspiring high school student and host of the H2O and Beyond podcast. Alex shares how a ninth-grade chemistry class sparked his…

S1E16 B&W Insights: Live from WIAWWA's 104th Annual Conference

Nov 04, 2025 45m

🎙️ Live from the Wisconsin Section AWWA’s 104th Annual Conference!This special episode features five dynamic voices from Wisconsin’s water industry, recorded live at the 104th annual conference. We…

S1E15 B&W Insights: Germany on Tap - Global Insights for Local Water

Oct 07, 2025 33m

In this episode of B&W Insights, Melissa Olenick and Carolyn Grieves share highlights from their trip to Germany, where they toured cutting-edge water and wastewater facilities as part of a…

S1E14 B&W Insights: Love ‘em or Hate ‘em: Roundabouts

Sep 02, 2025 24m

In this episode, we sit down with Jason, a transportation expert from Baxter & Woodman, to uncover the truth about roundabouts. Jason debunks common myths and explains why roundabouts are a…

S1E13 B&W Insights: Stormwater & Sea Level Rise: Engineering the Solutions

Aug 05, 2025 21m

In this episode, we dive into the realities of sea level rise, stormwater management, and the evolving challenges facing coastal communities—especially in Florida. From the science behind king tides…

S1E12 B&W Insights: Shaping Tomorrow - Community Planning in Action

Jul 01, 2025 22m

How do cities plan for growth and sustainability? In this episode of B&W Insights, we explore the essentials of municipal planning. Our expert Cristin Emshoff discusses how comprehensive plans…

S1E11 B&W Insights: LIVE FROM WATERCON 2025- A Discussion with Heather Collins

Jun 03, 2025 28m

Join us for a special live episode of the podcast recorded at ISAWWA WATERCON 2025, featuring an exclusive conversation with the AWWA President-Elect Heather Collins. In this candid and timely…

S1E10 B&W Insights: WATERCON 2025 LIVE!

May 06, 2025 50m

This special episode was recorded live at WATERCON 2025, the Illinois Section American Water Works Association annual conference.  We talked with seven guests from the Illinois water industry,…

S1E9 B&W Insights: The Dollars and Sense of Rate Studies

Apr 01, 2025 19m

How do communities set fair and sustainable utility rates? In this episode of B&W Insights, we discuss the need for rate studies to support infrastructure funding, public services, and long-term…

S1E8 B&W Insights: MS4 Unfiltered

Mar 04, 2025 17m

Stormwater regulations can be complex, but MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) compliance is essential for protecting our natural resources. Our conversation with Dan Bounds breaks down what…

S1E7 B&W Insights: Natural Resources - A Lasting Impact

Feb 04, 2025 22m

In this episode of B&W Insights, we dive into the importance of natural resources stewardship for municipalities. From sustainable stormwater management to habitat restoration, we’ll explore…

S1E5 B&W Insights: Forever Chemicals – PFAS in Water

Jan 07, 2025 17m

In this episode, explore the impacts of PFAS in drinking water and innovative solutions to tackle this pressing issue. Join our discussion with Megan Fox for insights on regulations, treatment…

S1E6 B&W Insights: Forever Chemicals - PFAS in Wastewater

Jan 07, 2025 19m

In this episode, discover how wastewater treatment facilities are addressing PFAS, the "forever chemicals" impacting the environment. Join us as we talk with Nichie Schaeffer and discuss removal…

S1E4 B&W Insights: Design Build – Built Together

Dec 03, 2024 18m

Join our conversation with Mark Siefert and Jason Ruffatti as we explore how design and construction teams collaborate to bring projects to life faster and more efficiently. Design Build is an…

S1E4 B&W Bites: Design Build – Built Together 5-in-5

Dec 03, 2024 5m

Join our 5 minute conversation with Mark Siefert and Jason Ruffatti as we explore how design and construction teams collaborate to bring projects to life faster and more efficiently. Design Build is…

S1E3 B&W Insights: Spatial Tech Today

Nov 05, 2024 16m

A conversation with Andy Zaletel where he provide an overview of  GIS and spatial technology tools that can benefit a municipality  and their data management.For the quick 5-minute version of this…

B&W Bites: Spatial Tech Today 5-in-5

Nov 05, 2024 5m

Five questions in under five minutes answering questions about GIS and spatial technology tools that can benefit a municipality and their data management.For the full version of this topic, check out…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does B&W Insights have?

B&W Insights has published 24 episodes since August 2024, covering topics in Business, Marketing.

Is B&W Insights still active?

B&W Insights is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 22m.

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