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NSSGA Podcast
News, updates, and much more from the National, Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA).
Episodes
NSSGA PodcastPreparing for Winter with Steve Benton
Steve Benton, Corporate Director of Safety at Peckham Industries, joins Emily to discuss the safety challenges of shutting down seasonal mining operations for…
NSSGA PodcastHow a Near Miss Led to a Better Process with Kyle Hunter
Kyle Hunter, Head of Sales and System Specialist with CheckProof, joins Emily to share a gripping safety story from early in his career working at a quarry…
NSSGA PodcastSafety and Advocacy with Holly Poplawski
Holly Poplawski of AlignOps joins Emily to discuss the vital role of advocacy in building a resilient safety culture. In recognition of NSSGA's advocacy month…
NSSGA PodcastMedicAlert Awareness Month with NSSGA Staff
NSSGA colleagues Adam Pugh, Director of Government Affairs, and Laura Henry, Senior Director of Political Advocacy, join Emily to discuss the lifesaving…
NSSGA PodcastSun Exposure and Protection with Katie Woodhall
Katie Woodhall, Director of Safety with Stone Products and the Beaver Companies, joins Emily to discuss sun protection and heat safety for the aggregates…
NSSGA PodcastThe Importance of Workplace Examinations with Dr. Hunter Clymore
Dr. Hunter Clymore, Director of Safety with Vista Minerals, joins Emily to discuss proactive safety through the lens of workplace examinations. As part of…
NSSGA PodcastBike Safety Month with Chris Kearnes
Chris Kearnes, Vice President of Human Resources at Sunrock Industries, joins Emily to discuss the unique intersection between the aggregate industry and…
NSSGA PodcastReimagining Annual Training with Cyrus Kezar
Cyrus Kezar, Safety Manager for L. G. Everist, joins Emily to tackle one of the most persistent challenges in safety and health: keeping training fresh and…
NSSGA PodcastA Leader's Perspective on Accountability and Loss with Mike Bush
Mike Bush, President of Linwood Mining, joins Emily for a sobering conversation about a tragic loss of life. Sharing the heartbreaking story of a 2017 fatality…
NSSGA PodcastRoad Construction Work Zones and Distracted Driving with Kelly Kanaras
NSSGA's new Director of Membership Growth & Engagement, Kelly Kanaras, joins Emily to humanize the critical issue of work zone safety. Drawing on her…
NSSGA PodcastLeadership Perspectives on Safety and Health with Ross Boeker
Ross Boeker, Manager of Safety Services at Vulcan Materials, joins Emily to discuss shifting safety leadership from "command and control" to a growth mindset…
NSSGA PodcastA Safety Case with Robin Markussen
Emily is joined by Robin Markussen, Director of Occupational Health and Systems at Heidelberg Materials, to explore the shift from reactive to proactive…
NSSGA PodcastDiabetes Awareness with Rachel Proper
Emily welcomes Rachel Proper from Caterpillar Safety Services, for a special episode in recognition of National Diabetes Month. Rachel shares a deeply personal…
NSSGA PodcastWorld Mental Health Day with Emily Hargrove
With World Mental Health Day approaching next week, today's episode features host Emily Hargrove, NSSGA's Director of Occupational Safety and Health, as she…
NSSGA PodcastSafety and Sustainability with Kyle Brashear
Emily welcomes colleague Kyle Brashear, NSSGA's Director of Sustainability, to explore the crucial link between sustainability and workplace safety. Kyle…
NSSGA PodcastSafety Perspectives with Libby Pritchard
Emily welcomes a familiar voice back to the podcast, Libby Pritchard, who is now the Senior Director of Sales and Business Development with Specialty Granules…
NSSGA PodcastWater Safety featuring Madalynn Habron
Emily welcomes NSSGA's Senior Manager of Communications, Madalynn Habron to the podcast today for a discussion regarding critical water safety. Madalynn, a…
NSSGA PodcastCPR and AED Awareness with Brian Goepfert
With June being National Safety Month, a time dedicated to focusing on safety as a core value, and the first week holding special significance as National CPR…
NSSGA PodcastThe Evolution of Safety Training with Shea Davis
In this episode of Safety Shorts, host Emily Hargrove, NSSGA's Director of Occupational Safety and Health, welcomes Shea Davis, Regional Operations Manager for…
NSSGA PodcastSpring Restart Safety with Troy Austin
Welcome back to Safety Shorts, your quick dose of safety wisdom! I'm your new host, Emily Hargrove, and I'm thrilled to welcome Troy Austin, Value Safety…
NSSGA PodcastMy Cancer Stupidity with Robert "Cujo" Teschner
Robert "Cujo" Teschner, former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, husband, father, author, and advocate for lifelong learning, returns to the podcast today to share…
NSSGA PodcastA Near Miss with Robert "Cujo" Teschner
Safety Shorts welcomes Robert "Cujo" Teschner to the podcast today to recount a harrowing "near miss" over the Atlantic that reshaped his view on risk and…
NSSGA PodcastA Routine Scan with Rob Lanham
This week, Libby Pritchard welcomes industry veteran Rob Lanham back to the podcast to share his personal health journey following over 42 years in Virginia's…
NSSGA Podcast"How You Do Everything" with Ronn Lehmann
In this episode of Safety Shorts, host Libby Pritchard welcomes back safety consultant Ronn Lehmann, who delves into the critical relationship between safety…
NSSGA PodcastThree Points of Contact with Jay Collup
Libby is excited to welcome Jay Collup, the founder of Collup Enterprises, to the show for this important episode. Boasting an extensive career in the industry…
NSSGA PodcastA Concussion Safety Story with Dan Babish
Safety Shorts tackles the topic of concussion safety with Luck Stone's Regional Sales and Operations Manager, Dan Babish, a seasoned industry professional with…
NSSGA PodcastSafety as Personal with Sarah D'Amico
In this episode of Safety Shorts, Libby welcomes Sarah D'Amico, Marketing Manager of Turner Mining Group and Turner Staffing Group, to discuss the deeply…
NSSGA PodcastThinking About Families Following Catastrophic Injuries with Bill Duguay
Bill Duguay brings his vast amount of industry experience back to the podcast today to discuss the importance of workplace safety, accident prevention, and the…
NSSGA PodcastDo as I Say and Do with Aaron Witt
In a key Safety Shorts episode, Aaron Witt, CEO of Build Witt, shares crucial safety insights from his early construction days. Starting at 18 with no prior…
NSSGA PodcastTotal Worker Health with Josh Ierna
Josh Ierna, Safety Manager at Tilcon Connecticut, joins Libby today to delve into the transformative journey of Total Worker Health and its profound impact on…
NSSGA PodcastWhy We Do Training with DJ Schmutz
This week, Libby reunites with DJ Schmutz, Director of Operations with MSHA Safety Services, as he delivers a compelling narrative that transcends workplace…
NSSGA PodcastCritical Incident Response with Cal Beyer
Welcome to another impactful episode of Safety Shorts with your host, Libby Pritchard. In this episode, Libby welcomes back a special guest, Cal Beyer, Vice…
NSSGA PodcastHave a Plan, Get Home Safe with Bill Duguay
With the holidays right around the corner, Libby brings us this special installment of Safety Shorts that is both timely and timeless. Today, the spotlight is…
NSSGA PodcastThe Importance of Fall Protection by Jennifer Miles
In another compelling episode of Safety Shorts, host Libby Pritchard introduces a special guest, Jennifer Miles, a seasoned safety professional with 16 years…
NSSGA PodcastEpilepsy Awareness with Jason Epstein
Welcome back to another impactful episode of Safety Shorts, where Libby welcomes Jason Epstein, NSSGA's Director of Membership, to delve into the significance…
NSSGA PodcastWho is Responsible for Your Safety?
In yet another compelling episode of Safety Shorts, Libby welcomes DJ Schmutz, an advocate from MSHA Safety Services, to highlight the paramount importance of…
NSSGA PodcastWorkplace Accident and Lessons Learned with Travis Wilson
Travis Wilson, a former member of the 82nd Airborne, joins Libby on the podcast this week. As an army veteran with extensive experience in safety and health…
NSSGA PodcastDeveloping a Workplace Peers Program with Kyle Zimmer
In this latest episode, Libby is joined by Kyle Zimmer, Health and Safety Director with the Operating Engineers at Local 478, who has been passionately working…
NSSGA PodcastSkin Cancers and Sun Protection with Dr. Lynne Morrison
Welcome to another episode of Safety Shorts, in which Libby is joined by Dr. Lynne Morrison, a renowned medical dermatologist with over 30 years of experience…
NSSGA PodcastSafety as Unusual with Cal Beyer
Welcome to a special episode of Safety Shorts where Libby is joined by Cal Beyer, Vice President of Workforce Risk and Worker Wellbeing at Holmes Murphy and…
NSSGA PodcastThe Importance of First Aid, CPR and AED Training with Steve Benton
Welcome to the latest episode of Safety Shorts, where the special guest today is Steve Benton, the Corporate Director of Safety with Peckham Industries, who…
NSSGA PodcastThe Positive Interaction Process with Justin Ganschow
Justin Ganschow, Business Development Manager for Caterpillar Safety Services, is back on the podcast again today. In case you missed his first appearance…
NSSGA PodcastSupporting Trucker Safety and Success with Scott Levine
In this episode of Safety Shorts, Libby is joined by Scott Levine, a product manager at Materially, who has five years of project management experience for a…
NSSGA PodcastFocusing in on Eye Health with Dr. John Morrison
Today, Libby welcomes Dr. John Morrison to the podcast. In addition to being an ophthalmologist and glaucoma researcher at Oregon Health and Sciences…
NSSGA PodcastBeing an Intentional Safety Leader with Justin Ganschow
Justin Ganschow, Business Development Manager for Caterpillar Safety Services joins Libby for today's episode. Justin has been in the industry for almost 20…
NSSGA PodcastCommunicating Safety Concerns with Emily Haas
Today, Libby is joined by Emily Haas, a research health scientist for NIOSH, which is the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Emily earned…
NSSGA PodcastThe Dangers of Pride with Jim Anderson
Jim Anderson, Safety Superintendent at Mitsubishi Cement, joins Libby on the podcast today. From doing Search and Rescue all the way to being a Chief at the…
NSSGA PodcastOur Good Catch Journey with Jay Canada
Joining Libby today is Jay Canada, VP of Safety and HR at Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel In this episode, Jay shares details about his company's Good Catch…
NSSGA PodcastEmbracing and Internalizing Training with Steve Trussell
Embracing and Internalizing Training with Steve Trussel On today's episode, Libby is joined by Steve Trussell, Executive Director of the Arizona Rock Products…
NSSGA PodcastHeat Stress with Dr. Eric Lutz
Libby is very excited to welcome Dr. Eric Lutz, Director of the Mining Safety Center of Excellence at the University of Arizona to the podcast today. Formerly…
NSSGA PodcastA Safety Huddle Best Practice with Ronn Lehmann
Safety Consultant, speaker, writer, and facilitator Ronn Lehmann returns to the podcast today, fully armed with his more than 35 years experience as a safety…
NSSGA PodcastThe Dangers of Distractions at Work with Bill Doran
It's always a good time to focus on focusing, especially with June being National Safety Month, so today's episode is all about the serious consequences that…
NSSGA PodcastTake the Time to Work Safely with Madalynn Habron
Today, Libby is joined by Madalynn Habron, NSSGA's Digital Communications Manager. Madalynn is the tech guru behind the scenes of these safety shorts, and…
NSSGA Podcast'We're Still Learning' with Ronn Lehmann
Safety Consultant, speaker, writer, and facilitator Ronn Lehmann joins Libby on the podcast today. A student of the human elements in work, Ronn has worked for…
NSSGA Podcast'Am I Being Understood?' with Dave Cress
Today, Libby is joined by Dave Cress, a safety consultant who has worked in the safety field for decades. His experience includes being a safety officer for…
NSSGA PodcastBeing Mindful of Safety Equipment with Ericka Baxter
Senior Environmental Director for the Central West region of CRH, Ericka Baxter, joins Libby for today's episode. Ericka takes this opportunity to talk about…
NSSGA PodcastSee Something, Say Something with Chris May
Libby is joined today by Chris May, Vice President of Safety and Environmental Operations at CRH in Atlanta, Georgia. Chris shares a powerful story with…
NSSGA PodcastWinter Weather Driving Safety
Libby Pritchard, Director of Construction Materials Safety Policy at NSSGA, is back once more with another crucial and instructive story of workplace safety…
NSSGA PodcastRob Lanham Returns With Another Safety Story
Rob Lanham, the Aggregates Program Manager at the Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance, previously joined the show to discuss his recent heart attack…
NSSGA PodcastThe Dangers of Taking Shortcuts With Troy Austin
Troy Austin is the Value Safety Manager at Luck Companies, as well as a Marine Corps Veteran. Today he tells the story of a friend who was accidentally killed…