

Highlander Podcast
Outdoor Product Design & Development
A podcast about the past, present, and future of the outdoor industry.
Highlander is made possible by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University and Aggie Radio in beautiful Logan, Utah.
Highlander is made possible by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University and Aggie Radio in beautiful Logan, Utah.
Episodes
Mentioned books

May 10, 2021 • 58min
Doug Heinrich, VP Product Development at Kuhl | Highlander Podcast
On this episode we talk with Doug Heinrich, VP of Development at Kuhl. Doug talks about the role of a designer, what he looks for in portfolios, and the differences working for a private or public company.
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

May 3, 2021 • 1h 2min
Marilyn Moss / Former CEO and President of Moss Tents | History of Gear
On this episode of the History of Gear we talk with Marilyn Moss, former CEO and President of Moss Tents. We talk about her role in building a responsible, successful company and the legacy of famed tent designer and fabric artist, Bill Moss.
Keep up with Marilyn on her website and check out the Bill Moss book below.
http://www.billmosstents.com/
http://www.marilynmmoss.com/
http://www.marilynmmoss.com/book
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Apr 21, 2021 • 56min
Sigrid Olsen, Designer at Peak Performance + Bike to Ski | Highlander Podcast
On this episode we talk with Sigrid Olsen, a Technical Designer for Peak Performance. We talk about her experience as a sportswear designer in fashion school, her work at Peak Performance, and her capstone collection, Bike to Ski.
Keep up with Sigrid and check out her collection below.
https://www.instagram.com/sigridschiotz_portfolio/
https://vimeo.com/509677676?fbclid=IwAR0rWkGmq63QHKSbHOeI3RrKs--SHWThxmvpHQbrIcP8gSeYNlxC8BRQUSY
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Apr 16, 2021 • 51min
Spencer Nugent / Industrial Designer, Educator, Creator / Sketch-A-Day | Highlander Podcast
On this episode Spencer Nugent talks to an OPDD class about portfolio building and visual communication. Spencer shares his journey as an industrial designer, educator, and creator.
Keep up with Spencer on his website and on Instagram.
@sketchadaydotcom
https://www.sketch-a-day.com/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Apr 5, 2021 • 1h 48min
Sally McCoy / Senior Leader at The North Face, Sierra Designs, Camelbak | History of Gear
Industry legend, Sally McCoy joins the History of Gear Series to talk about her introduction to the outdoor industry, the early days at The North Face, her role as a Senior Leader at companies like TNF, Sierra Designs, and Camelbak, and the current state and future of the outdoor industry.
Keep up with Sally on LinkedIn.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-mccoy-46381589/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Apr 1, 2021 • 13min
Outdoor Update: 04-01-21 - Utah Outdoor Summit / ENVE Builds Bike Frames / OIA Outdoor Participation | Highlander Podcast
On this episode we share some of the latest news from the outdoor industry!
The Utah Outdoor Summit Comes to LOGAN / September 22-23
Utahoutdoorsummit.com/logan
Cotopaxi x Hoka Torrent 2 Launches
https://www.cotopaxi.com/collections/hoka-x-cotopaxi
OIA Outdoor Participation Report
https://outdoorindustry.org/resource/2021-special-report-new-outdoor-participant-covid-beyond/
Outside Business Journal: Supply Chain Disruptions
https://www.outsidebusinessjournal.com/news/supply-chain-crunch-how-outdoor-brands-are-coping-with-delays-and-disruptions/?fbclid=IwAR00a6OVNP7ovBInCwY0_EAftxSktoh1q5Qly-VbHnr1H5XW-oR9PR7RDpk
Outside Business Journal: ENVE to Make Frames in Utah
https://www.outsidebusinessjournal.com/press-releases/enve-enters-bike-category-with-us-made-custom-road/
Outdoor Recreation Archive Features
Hypebeast:
https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/3/the-north-face-columbia-patagonia-salomon-karrimor-helly-hansen-arcteryx-comfy-outdoor-garment-gramicci-timberland-merrell-descente-kolon
Gear Patrol
https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/a35941403/dead-outdoor-gear-brands/
Outsider's Store
https://www.outsidersstore.com/interview-outdoorrecarchive
@outdoorrecarchive - https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Mar 29, 2021 • 29min
Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Bodily / CMF Designer / Skullcandy | Highlander Podcast
On this episode, we talk to OPDD alumni Rachel Bodily (Class of 2020) about her role as a CMF Designer for Skullcandy. We talk about finding a job during COVID, the transition from college to industry, and the day to day of a color, materials, and finish designer.
Keep up with Rachel on LinkedIn and Instagram.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-bodily-16a0a317b/
https://www.instagram.com/rachelbodily_/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Mar 25, 2021 • 38min
Lauren Voigt, Talent Acquisition Partner, Backcountry.com | Highlander Podcast
On this episode Lauren Voigt, a Talent Acquisition Partner at Backcountry.com, talks to the OPDD Industry Seminar class. She talks about the culture of the company, the growth of their owned brands team, and tips and tricks for nailing the interview.
Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn and learn more about Backcountry at backcountry.com.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-voigt/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Mar 18, 2021 • 1h 28min
Bruce Hamilton / Former President of The North Face | History of Gear
On this episode of our History of Gear Series we talk with Bruce Hamilton, the former President of The North Face. We talk about his connection with Buckminster Fuller and the creation of the Oval Intention tent and the evolution of The North Face under his leadership.
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.
The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.
Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Mar 8, 2021 • 1h 6min
Tracey Cottingham / Clothing Architect | History of Gear
On this episode of our History of Gear Series we talk with Tracey Cottingham, a Clothing Architect. We talk about her time working for Nike and Columbia Sportswear, technical apparel design, and the importance of historic preservation of gear.
https://www.traceycottingham.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-cottingham-a8a1379/
For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cache Valley, Utah.
Follow Aggie Radio for more great news, content, and other podcasts at aggieradio.com and make sure to follow Highlander on Instagram and Facebook.


