Pave It Black: The Official Podcast of NAPA

Pave It Black is the official podcast of the National Asphalt Pavement Association. Since 2020, NAPA's Richard Willis and Brett Williams have sparked conversations about the people, issues, and technologies that drive the asphalt pavement industry forward. Season 9 Beyond the Pavement: Lessons in Leadership is coming soon! Make sure to follow Pave It Black to be notified when new episodes drop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pave It Black: The Official Podcast of NAPA is a business podcast hosted by National Asphalt Pavement Association, with 111 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

National Asphalt Pavement Association hosts Pave It Black: The Official Podcast of NAPA, a business show with 111 episodes published.

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  Episode #2

  The National Road: The Story of America’s First Federally Funded Highway

  Aug 18, 202625 minS11

  Long before interstates and highway funding debates, there was the National Road. Brian Reedy, Site Manager for the National Park Service at Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Friendship Hill National Historic Site, traces the road's origins and shares stories of Washington's earliest expeditions into the Ohio River Valley. Brian walks through the road's engineering evolution, from winding foot paths to a 66 foot right of way built using the Macadam system. Tune in to hear stories of the taverns, stagecoach stops, and travelers who depended on it.This season is sponsored by FleetWatcher by AlignOps. Watch FleetWatcher in action . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  America before Asphalt: Peter Norton Shares How We Moved Before Roads

  Aug 11, 202621 minS11

  To kick off Season 11, "How Asphalt Shaped America and What Comes Next," we start by looking back at American infrastructure before asphalt even arrived. With the help of historian Peter Norton of the University of Virginia, we explore how goods and people moved across the US in the 1700s and 1800s and how asphalt beat other surface materials to become America's chosen surface. Tune in for a conversation that blends transportation history, industry evolution, and forward-looking insight into what maintaining our infrastructure will require in the years ahead. This season is sponsored by FleetWatcher by AlignOps. Watch FleetWatcher in action . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #11

  Finding the Silver Lining: Turning Challenges into Purpose and Growth with Dwayne Edmonson

  Apr 21, 202628 minS10

  In the final episode of Season 10, we welcome DWayne Edmondson, Safety Director at Gallagher Asphalt and author of Twist of Faith: Finding the Silver Lining. Dwayne shares how attitude shapes not only job site safety, but personal growth and leadership. The conversation explores how communication, emotional awareness, and a positive approach can prevent injuries, strengthen teams, and create a culture where people feel supported both professionally and personally. Our season concludes with a reminder that success is not just about technical skills, it’s about how you approach each day, how you respond to adversity, and how willing you are to...

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  Episode #10

  Exploring Advanced Asphalt Technologies with Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree Noor Saleh

  Apr 14, 202623 minS10

  This week we explore the intersection of cutting-edge technology and asphalt infrastructure with Noor Saleh, an engineer and entrepreneur from Continuum Infrastructure Solutions. Noor shares her journey from researching asphalt materials at NC State to being recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 for her work in manufacturing and industry. The conversation highlights how the next generation of leaders are re-envisioning the pavement lifecycle through automation and advanced data analysis. Beyond technical innovations, Noor offers practical advice for early career engineers on the value of finding mentors and being an engaged mentee to drive meaningful impact. Be inspired by someone who is actively...

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  Episode #9

  Building Better Roads Starts With Training: Todd Mansell on Elevating Asphalt Quality

  Apr 7, 202621 minS10

  What does it take to become a trusted technical resource in the asphalt industry? This week, Todd Mansell of Caterpillar shares how decades of hands-on experience evolved into a career dedicated to training crews, improving paving performance, and raising the standard of quality across projects. Todd explains why success in asphalt paving goes beyond materials and technology. It comes down to people, communication, and a clear understanding of the fundamentals. This episode also explores how technical expertise translates into real-world impact, along with the many career paths available in the asphalt pavement industry. Tune in to hear practical insights from...

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