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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 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

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 Product Developer a... more

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Recent Guests

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
Matthieu Nicol
Visual researcher and author of Fashion Army
Episode: Matthieu Nicol | Author - Fashion Army | History of Gear

Host

Chase Anderson
Host and educator in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program, focusing on the intersection of design and outdoor industry careers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 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
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    mccall keller
    United States4 years ago

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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.
10 Years of OPDD with Jacob Johnson
Q: What was the transition from school to the outdoor industry like for you?
Jacob found the transition difficult but believes the program prepared him well for the basics; ongoing learning continues in the professional world.
10 Years of OPDD with Jacob Johnson
Q: How did you find the OPDD program?
Jacob discovered the program through a partner who mentioned it during a campus visit.

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What is Highlander Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the evolution of the outdoor industry, this podcast offers insights from both industry veterans and graduates of a specialized design program. Through interviews and discussions, it explores a range of topics including product design, career transitions, and the importance of mentorship in creative fields. Listeners can expect engaging conversations that encompass the experiences of individuals in outdoor product development, technological advancements in design, and the challenges faced by new professionals entering the industry.

Notably, the podcast features a diverse lineup of guests—from footwear designers to branding experts—who share firsthand experiences and advice, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in ... more

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

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