Asphalt Unscripted
Candid conversations with real people in the Texas asphalt pavement industry.
Episodes
20 episodes
An Interesting Road
TxDOT Director of Engineering and Safety Operations Jessica Butler, P.E., joins Harold and Corey to chat about her well-rounded, wide range of experience in a multi-faceted industry. From design and planning to finance and engineering, this nat...
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33:25
New Year, New President
It's only fitting that Harold and Corey welcomed 2023 TXAPA President Jason Exum of R.K. Hall Construction to join them for the first episode of 2023! Watch every new episode on
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36:04
2022 Presidential Special
In the final episode of 2022, Austin Bridge & Road's Eric Schranz sits down with Harold and Corey to reflect on his year as TXAPA President and his 21-year career in the asphalt industry.Watch every new episode on
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35:52
The Man, the Myth, the Legend
If you're an active member of the asphalt pavement industry in Texas, you probably know the name Dr. Jon Epps. You may know about the myth and the legend...but who is the man? Harold and Corey dig deep to learn more about the Texas A&M Tran...
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52:09
A Strong Foundation
This month, Harold and Corey take the show on the road to Lufkin to visit former TXAPA presidents Gene and Geno Carrier at East Texas Asphalt. The father/son team talk about mixing family with business and reflect on their combined over 60 year...
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An Iron Woman of Asphalt
Gina Gallegos isn't just the district engineer for TxDOT's San Antonio District — she is also a mom, Ironman, mentor, and Woman of Asphalt. In this episode, Gina talks to Harold ...
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45:47
Start Your Engines
In this episode, Harold and Corey talked to Al Niece, President of Niece Equipment and Team Owner at Niece Motorsports, about two of his favorite things: big trucks and fast trucks.Watch every new episode on
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33:36
Talking Shop (and Sports)
TxDOT Materials and Test Division Flexible Pavement Section Director Travis Patton joins hosts Harold Mullen (TXAPA) and Corey Schwarz (HMAC) on the first episode of Asphalt Unscripted, a rebrand of the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association Podcas...
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Women of Asphalt Texas: Roadmaps to Success
Did you know that women seeking higher salaries, upward mobility, and job security can find those things in the construction trades? Check out the first in a four-part series on mentorship presented by Women of Asphalt Texas. Learn how o...
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Episode 12
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2021: A Year in Review
Outgoing 2021 TXAPA President Craig Odom (Reece Albert, Inc.) sits down with TXAPA Executive Vice President Harold Mullen to reflect on his year as president of the association, discussing challenges faced, stories of success, and hopes ...
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Episode 11
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37:11
So You're Retiring from TxDOT — Now What?
In his final official act as TxDOT Director of Engineering and Safety Operations, Michael Lee joins Harold and Emily to reflect on his years with the department, his relationship with TXAPA, his plans for retirement, and his thoughts on what's ...
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Episode 10
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50:07
Asphalt's Next Generation
Dr. Amit Bhasin of the Center for Transportation Research at UT Austin joins TXAPA's Emily Adams and Jim Warren to discuss the bright future of the asphalt pavement industry and why the path to get there starts with education.
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Episode 9
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46:57
How Public Works...Works!
Ed Poppitt, P.E., from the City of Austin Public Works Department joins Emily and Harold during National Public Works Week (May 16-22) to provide a behind-the-scenes look at how a public works department operates and serves our communities....
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Episode 8
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38:06
Women of Asphalt
Women of Asphalt Texas Chair Nathali Parker of KLP Construction Supply and Women of Asphalt Founding Member Amy Miller of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance join Emily to celebrate the launch of our newly established Women of Asphalt Texas Branch.
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Episode 7
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42:49
Watch for Us: Work Zone Safety
This National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week, Emily and Jim focus on safety with TxDOT Director of Occupational Safety Sam Salazar, who teaches an important lesson: Be where your boots are. Learn more about the
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Episode 6
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43:15
Black is the New Green: The Earth Day Special
When you think of asphalt pavements, do you think of sustainability? Harold, Emily, and guest Gary Nicholls of Westward Environmental, Inc., make the case for why you should. Learn more about the ...
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Episode 5
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45:09
Fact or Fiction: Asphalt Myth Busters
Harold, Emily, and Jim address common misconceptions about asphalt pavements and explain the realities behind its sustainability, durability, safety, and more.Learn more about the Texas Asphalt Pa...
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Episode 4
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53:45
Where We've Been and Where We're Going
Special guest and TXAPA Historian Gary Corely of Kirby-Smith Machinery joins his longtime pal Harold Mullen, along with co-host Emily Adams, to discuss how things have changed at TXAPA and within the industry over the years. Where will the futu...
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Episode 3
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