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Everyday Asphalt
by Texas Asphalt Pavement Association
Join the Asphalt Pavement EXchange, host Jim Warren, and an all-star lineup of outstanding industry professionals for practical, lively discussions about asphalt pavement materials, design, construction, and maintenance.
Episodes
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Episode 45: TxDOT Pavement Evaluation: A Systemic Approach
Everyday Asphalt’s guest this month is Ruben Carrasco, Branch Manager for Pavement Analysis and Design with TxDOT’s Maintenance Division. The topic this month is Pavement Evaluation: A Systemic Approach to Informed Decisions. Ruben has developed a 6-step Pavement Evaluation process to really...
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Episode 44: Equipment Fundamentals for Designers and Inspectors - Part 2
Everyday Asphalt Podcast #44 for September 2026 brings back TXAPA’s North Texas Regional Director Matt White to continue the discussion on Equipment Fundamentals. We get deeper into stabilization, milling, paving, and compaction equipment, specifically where and when to use, how things work,...
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Episode 43: Equipment Fundamentals for Designers and Inspectors - Part 1
In this month’s episode of Everyday Asphalt, we get into designing asphalt projects with a better understanding of what paving equipment is capable of in the field. Matt White, TXAPA North Texas Regional Director, joins us to discuss the equipment that plays a critical role in asphalt…
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Episode 42: Texas Asphalt History Lesson - Part 2
This month’s episode takes the History of Asphalt back to the early 1900’s and comes to present on advances in technology, especially the development of recycling processes and a better understanding of the what and why we are doing things today, much stemming from a huge jump start in the…
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Episode 41: Summer 2026 Road Trip: APEX and Ride
Everyday Asphalt’s on the road this month, providing an update on APEX including our brand new website! We also look deeper in designing for, and constructing for ride as well as reviewing progress on educational products and programs, the fall schedule for Essentials, and discussing other...
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Episode 40: Amarillo Road Trip and Award-Winning Pavements
Everyday Asphalt’s on the road this month to visit with Amarillo District Engineer Blair Johnson and Director of Construction Wes Kimmel to learn more about Amarillo and discuss how they have been producing Award Winning Pavements for the last 6 years and even securing the top National Paving...
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Episode 39: Texas Asphalt History Lesson - Part 1
Dale Rand, former TxDOT Innovator, Consultant, now with Lime Association of Texas, joins Everyday Asphalt for a History Lesson on TxDOT initiatives leading to current specifications and test procedures. We discuss the QC/QA specification, changing to Superpave, Hamburg, Ride Quality, and even…
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Episode 38: Legacy, NASCAR, Asphalt
Harold Mullen, TXAPA CEO, joins Everyday Asphalt for an inspirational look back at TXAPA's past 31 years under his careful watch. We discuss the past, present, and future of Asphalt, Communication, The Yes Doctrine, Work-Life Balance, and how far partnerships can take you - if you are just…
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Episode 37: Forensics - Asphalt from the Inside Out
This month on Everyday Asphalt, Tim Martin President of 2TM Consulting Engineers, joins Jim Warren for a inside out view of pavements - what happens when things go right, what happens when things go wrong, and how to figure out why. We discuss a troubleshooting and forensics and what to look for...
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Episode 36: Quality Asphalt Pavements - A Contractor's View
Hear directly from the contractor’s perspective as Brandon Trout (Allen Keller Company) joins Jim Warren to share how asphalt projects are evaluated, planned, and built for quality and performance. Expect a fast-paced session filled with real-world experience, practical nuggets, and actionable...
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Episode 35: Inside the Inspector's Role
What does an inspector really do? In December, Everyday Asphalt goes inside the inspector’s role with a seasoned veteran who has more than his fair share of asphalt under his boots. David Till of Atlas Technical Consultants joins Jim Warren to step into the inspector’s boots and explore the...
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Episode 34: Why Balanced Mix Design Matters
This month on Everyday Asphalt, we’re joined by Gisel Carrasco, MTD Flexible Pavement Section Director, for a deep dive into Balanced Mix Design (BMD)—an approach that is reshaping how asphalt mixes are developed in Texas. BMD represents a shift from traditional mix design methods, with the goal…
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Episode 33: Building a Pavement from the Bottom up!
Join Jim Warren and special guest Larry Peirce as they deep dive into the pavement structure and discuss a critical feature of an asphalt pavement… the foundation. They discuss the details of proper subgrade and base identification, testing, and how to improve the performance of these critical...
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Episode 32: Ride Quality by Design: Expect it, Plan for it, Achieve it!
Join Jim Warren and special guest Chuck Fuller as Chuck walks us through a straightforward, step-by-step process for understanding ride quality—and how to achieve it on your projects. Ride quality is the traveling public’s #1 demand, and this session breaks it down: What’s IRI? What’s PSI? What...
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Episode 31: Launching the Asphalt Pavement EXchange
This month on Everyday Asphalt, we’re kicking off the brand-new Asphalt Pavement EXchange (APEX). A Texas-sized initiative to transform how our industry shares knowledge and builds better, longer-lasting pavements. Industry leaders Carl Johnson, Harold Mullen, Chris Cowen, Cliff Kay, Duane...
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Episode 30: Asphalt — The Smooth Ride
This month on Everyday Asphalt, we’re focusing on smoothness from the contractor’s perspective. Lone Star Asphalt’s Jon Wickes, Mike Crum, Jimmy Totten, and Freddy Escobar share what it takes to deliver exceptional ride quality. We discuss designing for smoothness, building it from the ground up,...
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Episode 29: HPG and Me
This month, we're diving into HPG or High-Performance Grade Asphalt Binder. What is it, and what sets it apart? Spoiler: HPG is a very high-grade asphalt binder designed for extreme duty applications. But how do you use it? Where does it work best? What challenges might you face—and what...
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Episode 28: A Look Back - The Science Behind Rocks and Roadways
As we move the Everyday Asphalt studio and make some exciting updates to the show, we’re taking a stroll down memory lane with one of our most popular episodes: The Science Behind Rocks and Roadways from October 2024. This fan-favorite edition takes a deep dive into the quarry to explore the...
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Episode 27: Smart Intersections & Strong Workforce
his month on Everyday Asphalt, we’re on the road to College Station to catch up with Dr. Charles Gurganus! From the science behind heavy-duty intersections to the collaborative power of the Highway Construction Workforce Partnership, Dr. Gurganus shares insights that matter to everyone in the...
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Episode 26: Spring Tune-Up
The 2025 construction season is right around the corner, are you ready? Now’s the perfect time for a quick tune-up to ensure your designs, materials, production, and construction teams are set to deliver top-quality, smooth asphalt. Join industry experts Jim Warren and Chuck Fuller for a…
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Episode 25: Mastering Asphalt Plant Operations
This month on Everyday Asphalt, we welcome renowned Asphalt Plant Consultant TJ Young. With over 40 years in the industry, TJ has worked on plants across the nation, serving as a manufacturer, consultant, educator, and production manager. His deep expertise in asphalt plant operations and...
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Episode 24: Road Trip Recap: The Best of 2024
2024 marked Everyday Asphalt’s Road Trip Edition, and what a journey it was! With an array of amazing guests and insightful topics, it's definitely worth taking a ride down memory lane. This month, join us as we revisit the highlights of 2024, showcasing the best of the best in asphalt. You might...
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Episode 23: Asphalt Testing Fundamentals
The key to ensuring quality asphalt is testing—but how, when, and where you test can significantly affect your results. In this episode, Richard Izzo joins Jim Warren for an in-depth discussion on testing fundamentals, procedures, and the critical role this process plays in guaranteeing quality...
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Episode 22: Innovating the Future of Asphalt
This month on Everyday Asphalt, we travel to Texas A&M University for an engaging discussion with Dr. Amy Epps-Martin. Join us as we dive into the next generation of graduates entering the workforce, explore current research, and examine real-world applications that shape our industry’s future....
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Episode 21: The Science Behind Rocks and Roadways
This month’s edition of Everyday Asphalt ventures into the quarry to uncover the world of rocks and the Surface Aggregate Classification (SAC) system. Dr. Jon Epps and Richard Izzo join the conversation to explain when, where, how, and why specific aggregates are essential for roadway…
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Episode 20: Asphalt Pavement Heavy-Duty Design Guide
This month we deep dive into another Asphalt Pavement Quality Initiative effort: TxDOT’s Heavy Duty Pavement Design Guidance Document and related efforts. Our special guests this month include Maintenance Division’s Deputy Director Chris Henry, and Pavement Analysis and Design’s Branch Manager...
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Episode 19: The Science and Art of Building Asphalt Pavement
Join us this month on the August Edition of Everyday Asphalt as we deep dive into the science and art of asphalt paving and how award-winning pavements make longer-lasting pavements. This month's guests include Chuck Fuller (TXAPA) and our special guest, San Angelo District's Director of...
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Episode 18: TXAPA Summer Road Trip
The July Everyday Asphalt edition takes you on the road and to the studio for a review of past episodes and a discussion of new programs, specialty mixes, binders, additives, and applications. Asphalt never settles for the status quo. The Asphalt Industry is constantly working to push performance...
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Episode 17: How to Simplify Your Asphalt Pavement Projects
If you want a simple formula for successful asphalt pavement design and construction, join Jim and Chuck to explore the new Asphalt Pavement Design & Construction Guide. This user-friendly Guide, built on principles of uniformity and consistency, offers strategies for smooth project execution…
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Episode 16: How 1.7-Miles of Alabama Asphalt Impacts Texas Roads
Are you curious how a 1.7-mile oval track in Alabama influences Texas roads? Join Jim Warren and special guest Buzz Powell, former NCAT Test Track associate director, to discover the answer. NCAT's research has driven significant advancements in pavement performance nationwide. Learn what…
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Episode 15: A Multifaceted Approach to Quality Asphalt Pavement
This episode of Everyday Asphalt examines how one TxDOT District evaluates pavements for resurfacing and rehabilitation. Creating a cost-effective, long-lasting, smooth-riding asphalt pavement takes a multi-faceted approach. Come along as we travel to the Atlanta District to meet with TxDOT’s…
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Episode 14: Contractor's Perspective: What it Takes to Build Quality Asphalt Pavement
This edition of Everyday Asphalt takes us to Northeast Texas for an interview with David Madden of Madden Contracting/Longview Asphalt. The conversation focuses on construction as David offers his perspective as a contractor on what it takes to estimate, bid, manage, and construct a smooth,...
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Episode 13: Targeting Ride Quality During the Design Phase
Hit the road with Jim Warren and special guest, 2024 TXAPA President Glen Dvorak (Hunter Industries Ltd.), as they delve into achieving quality asphalt pavement by targeting a smooth ride during the design phase. It starts with setting a target at design and using the proper tools to prepare the...
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Episode 12: Troubleshooting Asphalt Mix Designs with Bill Pine
In this first edition of Everyday Asphalt for 2024, we explore the subject of Troubleshooting Asphalt Mix Designs with Bill Pine, who serves as the Quality Control Director of Asphalt Technology at Heritage Construction & Materials, Inc. Join us for a practical and strategic examination of mix...
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Episode 11: Everyday Asphalt's Year-in-Review
As Everyday Asphalt winds up its 2023 season, hit the road with Chuck Fuller and Jim Warren as they test drive one of our new formats for 2024. Our year-in-review episode revisits the best of what we learned about Design, Materials, Construction, and Maintenance as it applies to real-world...
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Join the Asphalt Pavement EXchange, host Jim Warren, and an all-star lineup of outstanding industry professionals for practical, lively discussions about asphalt pavement materials, design, construction, and maintenance.
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