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Outdoor Recreation Archive
Outdoor Industry
The North Face
Sustainability
Utah State University
Gore-Tex
British Outdoor Clothing
Outdoor Industry History
Exploration
Everest
Merrell
Performance Apparel
Greenwashing
Circular Economy
Patagonia
Career Development
Corporate Culture
Mountain Equipment
Kendall Mountain Festival
Jansport

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.

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To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and Senior Designer at Nani, El... more

To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD exchange student and Junior Softgood... more

To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and founder at Landed Footwear,... more

To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and current Associate Footwear ... more

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Recent Guests

Ellie Ward
Senior designer at Nani, class of 2021
Nani
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Ellie Ward
Doug Hintze
Founder of Landed Footwear and instructor at Salt Lake Community College
Landed Footwear
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Doug Hintze
Ciera Schelling
Associate footwear designer at Xero
Xero
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Ciera Schelling
Eric McBride
Class of 2023 and product developer at Rocky Mountain ATV.
Rocky Mountain ATV
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Eric McBride
Jacob Johnson
Designer developer at Outdoor Research
Outdoor Research
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Jacob Johnson
Tom Adams
President and CEO of Petzl America
Petzl America
Episode: 10 Years of OPDD with Tom Adams
Michael Hofler
Creative Director and Designer behind the iconic Arc'teryx logo
Arc'teryx
Episode: Michael Hofler | Arc'teryx Logo Designer | History of Gear
Martin Hogue
Associate Professor at Cornell and author of Making Camp
Cornell University
Episode: Martin Hogue | 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow | Outdoor History Summit 2025
Bill Simon
Former executive of The North Face, Converse, Cole Haan, Marmot, and more
Episode: Bill Simon | Outdoor Industry Executive (The North Face, Converse, Marmot, Cole Haan and more!) | History of Gear

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Doug Hintze and Chase Anderson
Doug Hintze, founder of Landed Footwear, and Chase Anderson, host of the Highlander Podcast and OSU-affiliated educator, frequently appear as episode hosts or guests, providing insights into design education, footwear development, and industry mentorship.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast with great guests and insights, but recommend you simplify your questions for the guests. They get pretty dang long and feels like you’re putting words into their mouth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mccall keller
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the high-quality guests and actionable insights, though some note questions could be simplified for guests to avoid overly long responses.
Overall positive feedback on content depth and industry relevance, with a call for streamlined interview prompts.

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Talking Points

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10 Years of OPDD with Ellie Ward
Q: What advice do you have for current students about building a career after the program?
Be personable, reach out to connections, leverage LinkedIn, and remember that your portfolio should evolve as you grow; keep networking and engage with industry resources.
10 Years of OPDD with Ellie Ward
Q: How did you land your first job in the outdoor apparel space?
I followed a classmate who later connected me with a designer at Nani; I interviewed and was offered the job, which started my long tenure there.
10 Years of OPDD with Doug Hintze
Q: What did that look like for you graduating during that time and how did you get your footing?
Graduating during COVID was tough, with job prospects freezing. Doug utilized his time to pursue a master's program and connection opportunities, transitioning into remote contract work.
10 Years of OPDD with Ciera Schelling
Q: How did you find your opportunity?
Ciera shares her journey to securing an internship at Xero, highlighting her proactive approach and the positive response from the company.
10 Years of OPDD with Ciera Schelling
Q: What does your life look like post school?
Ciera discusses the transition from a tight-knit program to fostering new relationships outside of school.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on outdoor product design, gear branding, and the broader outdoor industry ecosystem. Conversations frequently explore design education—particularly the OPDD program at Utah State University—career pathways for designers, mentorship, and real-world entry points like internships. Guests span recent graduates, industry veterans, and brand leaders, offering practical lessons on transitioning from classroom to professional life, collaborating across teams, and navigating a rapidly evolving outdoor market. A notable throughline is the emphasis on design process, practical skills development, and the value of industry connections in enabling resilient careers.

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Recent guests on Highlander Podcast include:

1. Ellie Ward
2. Doug Hintze
3. Ciera Schelling
4. Eric McBride
5. Jacob Johnson
6. Tom Adams
7. Michael Hofler
8. Martin Hogue

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