Highlander Podcast

On this episode we try something different, weekly updates on all things outdoor.  This week, we talk about VF's acquisition of Supreme, new Nike layoffs, the Bureau of Economic Analysis 2020 outdoor rec report, and Outside's Best Places to Work! https://www-highsnobiety-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.highsnobiety.com/p/supreme-whats-next-vf-corp-acquisition/?format=amp https://www-oregonlive-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.oregonlive.com/business/2020/11/nike-says-hq-layoffs-will-hit-700-by-january.html?outputType=amp https://recreationroundtable.org/impact-2/ https://www-snewsnet-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.snewsnet.com/.amp/news/bureau-of-economic-analysis-releases-2019-report https://www.outsideonline.com/2418305/best-places-work-2020 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/

On this episode of our History of Gear Series, Chris Leiter, creative behind SAND Pack Company talks about the creation of his handmade packs, his interest in gear history, and how he integrates the history of the industry into his designs. Check out SAND on their website and Instagram: https://www.sandisacult.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sandisacult/ 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/

On this episode of our History of Gear Series, Dr. LaJean Lawson, USU alumni and sports bra innovator, shares the evolution of the modern sports bra, the importance of making activity more available to everyone, and her contributions to sports bra innovation. Connect with Dr. Lawson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lajean-lawson-0a65a3/ Read Dr. Lawson’s initial research, conducted at Utah State University. https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd/4039/ 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/

Kyle Snarr, founder of Cantonment, shares his experience working for companies like Flipboard, Vox Media, Gear Patrol and now Watchonista. He talks about his outdoor influences,and how he’s building a new product category around functional, fashionable, and multi-use kerchiefs. Connect with Kyle on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/kyality/?hl=en Follow Cantonment on Instagram or on their website. https://www.instagram.com/cantonmentco/?hl=en https://www.cantonment.co/products Materialism: Can Materialism Be Beneficial? https://shareok.org/bitstream/handle/11244/6820/Department%20of%20Marketing_09.pdf Cantonment 20% Promo code! BACKTOSCHOOL 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/

Kristen Freaney and Stewart Lewis join an Outdoor Product Design & Development class to share about the work they do at Outdoor Industry Association and the growth and impact of the outdoor industry! Learn more about OIA at their website. https://outdoorindustry.org/ Connect with Kristen and Stewart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kfreaney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-lewis-271210a5/ 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/

Gaby Okito shares his journey building Okito Brand. He talks about starting a fashion label in Logan, the growth of the fashion industry now in Salt Lake City, and his advice for creators. Follow all things Okito on Instagram or on their website. https://www.instagram.com/okitobrand/?hl=en https://okitobrand.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/

Carly Lansche, the new Cache Trails Planner for Cache County, Utah shares her excitement trails opportunities in Cache Valley, her background in trails and active transportation, and the future of outdoor recreation in northern Utah! Connect with Carly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-lansche-537225139/ Learn more about Cache Trails on their website: https://trails.cachecounty.org/ 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/  

Nate Larsen, an OPDD alumni (class of 2019), and Industrial Designer at Dansons, shares his experience transitioning from college to industry and his day to day designing product. Connect with Nate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-larsen-3964b9b1/ Learn more about Dansons on their website: https://dansons.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/

With the Bear 100 happening again this year, we’re sharing our 2019 interview with race founder, Leland Barker. We also included a 2020 UPR interview about the changes the race implemented in the age of COVID. Linnea Leonard’s story on UPR can be found in the link below. UPR Story: https://www.upr.org/post/look-running-race-aid-station-during-pandemic Check out the story about the race from Highlander Magazine as well! https://highlandermag.usu.edu/good-weather-and-fast-finishes/ Learn more about the Bear100 on their website: https://bear100.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/

John Wadley, Director of Special Projects at Altra Footwear (VF Corporation), joins the Intro to Product Creation Class in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program to talk about sustainability in product design. Connect with John on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwadley/ Learn more about Altra on their website: https://www.altrarunning.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/