

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
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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.

Feb 16, 2021 • 50min
Lisa Dougherty / Content Director at Range - Outdoor Products in Virtual Spaces | Highlander Podcast
Lisa Dougherty, Content Director at Range, talks about the history of product in virtual spaces, the significance of games, and the opportunity for outdoor / sports brands to include their products in digital experiences.
Watch Lisa's presentation at Outdoor Retailer.
https://fb.watch/3Iaxa3VQkp/
Follow Lisa on Instagram and connect with Range on IG and on their website.
https://www.instagram.com/lady_maxx/
https://www.instagram.com/thisisrange/
https://thisisrange.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/

Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 6min
History of Gear Series: Paula Crenshaw / History of Summit Magazine | Highlander Podcast
Paul Crenshaw, niece to Jean Crenshaw, shares the story of how her aunt and co-founder, Helen Kilness started the first climbing magazine in 1955. Crenshaw talks about the influence and impact of this incredible publication.
Read more about Summit Magazine here:
http://www.alpinist.com/doc/web19c/newswire-jean-crenshaw-obituary
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/

Feb 1, 2021 • 50min
David Alcorn / The North Face Logo Designer | History of Gear
David Alcorn joins the History of Gear Series to talk about his introduction to design, the origin of The North Face logo, and the power of brand.
Keep up with David on his website.
https://www.zartists.com/artists/david-alcorn
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/

Jan 26, 2021 • 1h 20min
JJ Collier / Collier Brands + From Athlete to Creative | Highlander Podcast
JJ Collier, a professional snowboarder turned designer, shares his journey from athlete to creative and lessons learned as a senior designer at companies like Salomon, Ralph Lauren, Spyder, VF Corporation, and his own label, Collier Brands.
Connect with JJ on LinkedIn, Instagram, and on his website.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-j-collier-0ba17a11/
https://www.instagram.com/collierbrands/?hl=en
http://www.collierbrands.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/

Jan 22, 2021 • 50min
Dr. Rachel Gross / The Legacy of Bob Gore | History of Gear
Dr. Rachel Gross joins the History of Gear to talk about the legacy of Bob Gore and the creation of Gore-Tex.
Read Dr. Gross’s piece on the Science History Institute website about Bob Gore’s impact on the industry.
https://www.sciencehistory.org/distillations/bob-gores-cozy-revolution
Check out more work from Dr. Gross on her website and stay in touch with her on Twitter.
https://rachel-gross.com/
https://twitter.com/rachelsgross?lang=en
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/

Jan 19, 2021 • 40min
Outdoor Biz Podcast Interview - Chase Anderson | History of Gear
On this episode of our History of Gear Series, we air an interview from the Outdoor Biz Podcast. Host, Rick Saez interviews Chase Anderson, the Program Coordinator for the Outdoor Product Design & Development program about the Outdoor Recreation Archive, the importance of outdoor history and the origins of the OPDD program.
Listen to this and other episodes with Rick on his website or wherever podcasts are found.
https://www.theoutdoorbizpodcast.com/podcast/chase-anderson-ep-258/
Check out the Outdoor Rec Archive and the OPDD Program on their website and on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/
https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1004210&p=7274682
https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/
https://opdd.usu.edu/
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/