Best Design Club of Canada Podcasts (2025)

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10 Years of OPDD with Eric McBride 25:51

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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 alum and current Product Developer at Rocky Mountain ATV, Eric McBride. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https:/…

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10 Years of OPDD with Jacob Johnson 23:05

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10 Years of OPDD with Tom Adams 22:06

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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 former Director of the Office of Outdoor Recreation for the State of Utah and current President / CEO of Petzl America, Tom Adams! Listen to …

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Monkey Business Podcast #17 - What you NEED TO KNOW About Trampoline Tuning 35:03

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, we get into our proprietary trampoline tuning options. After building hundreds of custom trampolines for athletes, families, and backyard daredevils, we’ve narrowed it down to four dominant tuning styles: Childhood, Classic, and Performance and CRAZY. This episode breaks down these options, who they’r…

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Frank Clark | Patagonia + Gregory Logo Designer | History of Gear 36:43

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Frank Clark talks about his career as a graphic designer, including designing the Patagonia and Gregory logos! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree train…

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Lee Turlington - Former VP @ The North Face / FILA - General Manager @ NIKE - VP Patagonia - Chief Product Officer - Canada Goose and more! | History of Gear 1:27:28

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Lee Turlington talks about the early days of TNF, early collaborations with Apple on apparel, and other stops at iconic brands like FILA, Nike, and more! Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State Universi…

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Michael Hofler | Arc'teryx Logo Designer | History of Gear 49:01

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Michael Hofler - Creative Director and the designer behind the iconic Arc’teryx logo - talks about his process, the creation of the logo, and the battle between retaining a classic logo versus reimagining it. Behance: https://www.behance.net/HOFLER?locale=en_US Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoflerdesign/ Listen to these conversations on the…

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When you got to cut loose. Footloose. [w/ Jenny Glover] 41:51

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Jenny reveals (in the second sexiest accent in the world) a campaign for the AGO called “Art Rate Monitor.” Plus, hear how her almost career in law, and growing up in South Africa, inform her work today ABOUT OUR GUEST: After spending 20 years working in South Africa Jenny moved to Toronto and is currently a Chief Creative Officer at independent cr…

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Outdoor Recreation Archive goes to Tokyo! | History of Gear 7:45

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On this episode of the History of Gear, Chase Anderson gives a recap of the ORA's recent trip to Tokyo, their collaboration with Beams, and the future of the archive globally. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program …

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When you can’t unsee it [w/ Geoff Baillie & Zachary Bautista] 59:55

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Zach and Geoff get saucy and share the stories behind iconic campaigns like Heinz “Draw Ketchup” and “Can’t Unsee it” with Deadpool. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Geoff Baillie is a Group Creative Director at Rethink, where he started as an intern in 2018. He’s led work for brands like IKEA, Molson Coors and Heinz—including campaigns like Draw Ketchup, Heinz K…

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When designers get tattoos [w/ Léo Breton-Allaire & Ugo Varin Lachapelle] 58:20

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Ugo and Léo reveal how they turned their youthful skateboard years into a (two time winning) design studio of the year. Hear about the Montreal design scene, the FORUM festival they launched, and getting inked. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Léo Breton-Allaire and Ugo Varin Lachapelle are Partners & Creative Directors at Caserne. Léo is partner and creative dir…

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When you follow your gut, bring a passport [w/ Brynna Aylward] 58:47

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Pack your bags, Brynna is taking us on a career journey that spans Chicago - Mexico - Miami - Toronto. Plus, hear the story behind campaigns like “Prescribed to Death.” ABOUT OUR GUEST Brynna Aylward is an award-winning creative leader who is making her mark as the first Chief Creative Officer of adam&eveDDB US. With a reputation for fostering coll…

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Doug Hintze | OPDD Alum + Founder @ Landed Footwear | Highlander Podcast 41:37

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Doug Hintze, OPDD alum, footwear designer, and founder of Landed Footwear, speaks to students about his time in the program as well as professional and entrepreneurial journey. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program…

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Monkey Business Podcast #16 - What You NEED To Know Before Opening A Trampoline Park 41:31

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, we break down what it really takes to open a trampoline park—beyond the gear, beyond the hype. From layout and walk flow to freight planning and hidden costs, this episode walks through the real challenges (and often overlooked details) of designing, building, and operating a successful park. It’s a r…

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Jess Arnold | Product Designer + Developer @ SPG | Highlander Podcast 44:04

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Jess Arnold, a designer and developer at SPG talks to OPDD students about her role as a developer, the career path, and how the role interacts and differs from others on the product team. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Developm…

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When the beat drops [w/Kelly McCluskey & Ali Willa Milner] 43:16

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Kelly & Ali sing the praises of the Canadian music industry. Hear how audio and advertising intersect. Cue up emerging artists on your playlist. Be inspired to shop for a fancy new sparkle vest. It’s an episode in perfect harmony. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Kelly McCluskey Exec Producer/Partner, Grayson Music At the helm of the commercial production team, K…

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Joanna Black | Archives Spotlight - Sierra Club | Outdoor History Summit 2025 29:57

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Joanna Black, Senior Archivist at the Sierra Club, shares about their work and the archive at the 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Joanna Black Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-m-b-a4880730/ Sierra Club Archives: https://www.sierraclub.org/library Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The High…

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Patrick McColgan | Archives Spotlight - Abercrombie & Fitch | Outdoor History Summit 2025 30:42

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Patrick McColgan, corporate archivist and historian for Abercrombie & Fitch, shares about his work and the corporate collection at the 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Patrick McColgan Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mccolgan-2389083a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccpaddy/?hl=en Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Pod…

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Rosie Mansfield + Category Management Panel Discussion | Highlander Podcast 1:02:50

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A panel of category/product managers joins the OPDD program for a discussion about their roles, qualities of good product managers, and their pathways into the industry. Julie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebrophyrogers/ Rosie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosiemansfield/ Justin McGregor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-mcgre…

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Nancy Zastudil | 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow | Outdoor History Summit 2025 25:08

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Nancy Zastudil, an independent curator, editor, and writer, and one of our 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, presents her research and findings from her time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Nancy Zastudil Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-zastudil-68933891/ Website: https://www.thenecessarian.c…

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Monkey Business Podcast #15 - How AI and 3D Design Are Revolutionizing Backyard Spaces 46:22

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, Luke and Armand sit down with Shane Chapman of The Ultimate Deck Shop to explore how 3D design, AI tools, and large language models (LMMs) are reshaping backyard design, planning, and productivity. From building world-class trampolines to designing premium decks, this conversation covers how both Craz…

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Martin Hogue | 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow | Outdoor History Summit 2025 29:34

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Martin Hogue, Associate Professor at Cornell, author of Making Camp, and one of our 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows presents his research and findings from his time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Martin Hogue: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-hogue-05986363/ Making Camp: https://martinhogue.net/Makin…

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Erin Narloch | Senior Director @ History Factory | Outdoor History Summit 2025 57:02

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Erin Narloch, Senior Director at History Factory, speaks as our Outdoor History Summit 2025 Keynote speaker on the importance of archives, how archives and heritage can be used by brands, and the Heritage Gap report. Heritage Gap Report: https://www.historyfactory.com/insights/report/the-heritage-gap-report/ Erin Narloch on Linkedin: https://www.li…

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State of the ORA with Clint Pumphrey | Outdoor History Summit 2025 29:32

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Clint Pumphrey provides a State of the Archives report at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Learn about how the archive grew in 2024 and other projects that we’ve been working on. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development progr…

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When business and creative get remixed [w/ Sabaa Quao & Driscoll Reid] 1:22:44

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Sabaa and Driscoll share their origin stories (Sabaa’s includes the ‘95 Raptors launch and Driscoll’s leans Eat Pray Love) and why they make the ultimate duo today. Hear about campaigns for McDonald’s, Amazon, and maybe flying cars. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Driscoll Reid is Chief Creative Officer at Cossette. He joined Cossette after previous stints at Wi…

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When to stop explaining and start selling [w/ Meghan Kraemer & Cameron Stark] 1:11:52

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Launch your own agency with blood, sweat, and pee. Meghan and Cameron reveal how they built Hard Work Club with Post It notes and a dream. Plus, they unpack work for Knix and Doordash. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Meghan Kraemer - Co-founder, Executive Creative Director As a woman and mother, Meghan is unlike 98% of creative agency owners. An advocate for wom…

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Bill Simon | Outdoor Industry Executive (The North Face, Converse, Marmot, Cole Haan and more!) | History of Gear 1:41:19

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Bill Simon, former executive of The North Face, Converse, Cole Haas, Marmot, and more talks about his start in the outdoor industry making technical garments in Taiwan in the late 70s, the shift to a global outdoor supply chain over the course of his career. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The H…

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When you started from the bottom (now we’re here) [w/ Francesco Grandi] 1:21:59

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Francesco (Fran, if you’re buds) on his ascension from lowly intern at Ogilvy to the CCO throne. Plus, the Dove campaigns he’s worked on for the last 2 decades. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Francesco is an internationally-recognized, Emmy nominated, Chief Creative Officer of Ogilvy Canada where he leads the Toronto and Montreal office. He is Ogilvy’s highest r…

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Matthieu Nicol | Author - Fashion Army | History of Gear 42:52

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Matthieu Nicol, author of Fashion Army, talks about his work as a visual researcher, the influence of military clothing on fashion, and the value of archive and collecting.Learn more about the book: https://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Army-Matthieu-Nicol/dp/1915743575 Matthieu Nicol: https://www.instagram.com/matthieu_nicol/ Vintage Food Photography: ht…

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When you go west, young man [w/ Bryan Collins & Rob Sweetman] 1:07:24

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Bryan and Rob talk advertising and design on the Left Coast, from their days in Calgary to launching an agency in Vancouver. Plus, plenty of discussion around Dick Pics (it’s pictures of dudes named Richard, mom!). ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Rob Sweetman and Bryan Collins are founders and Chief Creative Officers of ad and design agency ONE23WEST. They've be…

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When being kind is the best advice [w/ Luc Du Sault] 1:05:49

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Luc talks about his “Mad Men” roots and why advertising and design in Quebec are so unique. Plus, he shares how work for the government can get you on the international stage. C’est malade! ABOUT OUR GUEST: In 2004, Luc and his friends founded the Quebec City office of LG2. Since then, they've created a fun place to find great ideas. Luc has led hi…

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When everyone says no, don’t give up on your dreams [w/ Krystle Mullin] 1:31:28

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Krystle’s story slash soon to be a Netflix series is a gripping tale of tenacity, eagles, and vodka roulette. From a master’s degree to scrappy (Windex-y??) career starts, she goes from being told she’s not good enough to becoming that agency’s CCO. This episode is unignorable. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Krystle Mullin is CCO at john st. and T&Pm Canada in T…

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Henry Iddon + Max Leonard, Authors of Mountain Style | History of Gear 1:06:00

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Henry Iddon and Max Leonard, authors of Mountain Style: British Outdoor Clothing 1953-2000, join the History of Gear to talk about their book, the influence of UK-based outdoor brands, and what makes British outdoor clothing special. Learn more about the book: https://www.isolapress.com/shop/mountain-style Listen to these conversations on the Highl…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #14 - Trampoline Rooms 21:19

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, Luke and Armand discuss some of the most exciting projects they have worked on yet: building trampoline rooms. As always, we're excited about the many projects we have lined up and would love to help you create the ultimate backyard experience! Monkey Business is all about having fun while educating y…

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When work is on fire [w/ Ron Tite] 1:08:03

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“What’s the deal with advertising??” Ron’s set takes us on a wild ride, from stand-up, to account guy, to creative, to owning his own agency. Plus, how his side hustle turned full time. ABOUT OUR GUEST: An entrepreneur, speaker, and best-selling author, Ron Tite has always blurred the lines between art and commerce. He has been an award-winning adv…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #13 - Supporting Gymnastics Clubs 20:03

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, Luke and Armand delve into Crazy Ape's recent involvement within the gymnastics industry. From crafting innovative equipment to offering a seamless, white-glove experience, the hosts share how Crazy Ape is tackling the pain points of gymnastics centers head-on. They discuss the journey of building lon…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #12 - Winterizing Your Trampoline 13:00

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In this episode of The Crazy Ape Show, Luke and Armand dive into all things winterizing your trampoline. Do you pack it up or keep bouncing all year round? The answer depends on how much care you're willing to put in. The hosts break down key maintenance tips, from cleaning your trampoline before the winter to managing the snow that builds up. They…

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Northern Airsoft Talk With Andrew Mitchell and Ashley Grace Leblanc 1:01:36

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Send us a text What drives a young paintball enthusiast to become a leading figure in the airsoft community, and how does one navigate the challenges of growing a business from a basement shop to a thriving field? Join Andrew, affectionately known as Chef, and Ashley, owner of Select Paintball and Airsoft North Bay, as they share their captivating …

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The Future of Airsoft in Ontario with Documentarian and Player Jon Moore 48:14

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Send us a text Join us for an exhilarating episode as we welcome the extraordinary Jon Moore, an airsofter, talented photographer, and passionate documentarian, to share his journey with us. Jon's airsoft adventure began with a spontaneous decision inspired by a YouTuber, leading to countless backyard target practices and journeys to the store with…

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Bob Howe | Tent Designer | History of Gear 22:56

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Bob Howe, the tent designer behind iconic tents from Early Winters, Sierra Designs, and The North Face, talks about his career in the outdoor industry. Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University…

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Milsim Canada: From British Columbia to The Compound. Canada Wide community 1:02:04

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Send us a text What happens when passionate airsoft enthusiasts come together to create unforgettable military simulation experiences? Join us for a riveting conversation with Kyle Shannon, Stephen Katarius, and Troy Lindsay from Milsim Canada. These dedicated individuals share stories from their journey. As they work to expand airsoft events acros…

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Halloween Special: Jack Gilbert and the Founding of Mountain Hardwear | History of Gear 55:47

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As a special episode for Halloween, we are sharing a previous episode of the History of Gear. Jack Gilbert and others founded Mountain Hardwear on Halloween in 1993. Enjoy this conversation with Jack! Jack Gilbert, former Vice President at The North Face and President of Sierra Designs and founder of Mountain Hardwear, joins the podcast to talk the…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #11 - Vented Pads, Crossed Springs, & Other SILLY Trampoline Gimmicks 43:20

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In this episode of The Monkey Business Podcast, we dive into the wild world of trampoline gimmicks. Our goal? To set the record straight on why features like vented pads, crossed springs, and Bluetooth trainers are more about marketing hype than real value. Luke and Armand break down each so-called "innovation," explaining why these advancements of…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #10 - Chatting With Tanner Braungardt 28:58

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In this episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast", we sit down with Tanner Braungardt and his mom, Kim Braungardt, to talk about trampoline park ownership and the entrepreneurial journey. We dive into the challenges and rewards of launching high-stakes business ventures at a young age, offering valuable insights on what to do—and what to avoid—along…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #9 - That Time We Put A Car On A Trampoline 23:01

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In this episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we recap the extreme durability test conducted at the new Crazy Ape Compound. Initially, we brought in a John Deere wheel loader from Brandt Equipment to arrange our sea cans, but we couldn’t resist taking things further. Using the loader, we lowered our street team's Baja Bug—a full-sized, running,…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #8 - In-Ground Trampolines 29:38

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In this episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we're diving deep into the world of inground trampolines. We explore the engineering considerations that separate top-performing inground trampolines from those that fall short, and why installing a round trampoline in-ground is a decision you'll regret. Tune in today to find out if inground trampol…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #7 - Tanner's Midwest Meetup x Redneck Waterpark 18:48

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In the seventh episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we talk about our time at the Midwest Meetup in Kansas at the Redneck Waterpark. Needless to say, things were pretty CRAZY. We have a ton of exciting projects lined up for the future and would love to help you build the backyard of your dreams! A huge shout out to Tanner Braungardt for inviti…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #6 - Hyper Trampolines 15:39

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In the sixth episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we talk about our Hyper Trampoline, our craziest creation to date, which we brought to The Midwest Meetup at The Redneck Waterpark in Kansas! We have a ton of exciting projects lined up for the future and would love to help you build the backyard of your dreams! Monkey Business is all about hav…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #5 - Custom Trampolines 28:17

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In the fifth episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we talk about some of the custom trampolines we have made in the past. We make trampolines that are completely customizable, from size to colors. We have a ton of exciting projects lined up for the future and would love to help you build the backyard of your dreams! Monkey Business is all about…

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The Monkey Business Podcast #4 - Super Trampoline vs. Backyard Trampoline 30:54

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In the fourth episode of the "Monkey Business Podcast," we discuss the differences between the common backyard (polypropylene) trampoline and gymnastic level super (2-string/1-string) trampolines. Luke and Armand chat about the manufacturing process of each, along with some of the pros and cons. Monkey Business is all about having fun and educating…

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