B&W Insights
The Baxter & Woodman Insights Podcast is brought to you by Baxter & Woodman, a forward-thinking civil engineering firm committed to shaping resilient and sustainable communities. In each episode, we dive deep into key aspects of infrastructure, design, and construction, showcasing innovative solutions that address today’s most pressing challenges. Our expert guests discuss topics ranging from water resources and stormwater management to cutting-edge engineering technologies, all with the goal of enhancing community value and improving quality of life.
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This has been a Baxter & Woodman production, 2026
B&W Insights
Latest Episodes
B&W Insights: Beyond the Sidewalk: The Real Challenges of ADA Compliance
Host Mark Siefert sits down with transportation engineer Ryan Wallace to explore where communities stand on ADA and PROWAG compliance. From sidewalk and curb ramp design to transition planning, enforcement risks, and emerging technology, they u...
B&W Insights: Still Time to Get the Lead Out
Host Mark Siefert and returning guest Kaitlin Wright explore where communities stand in the nationwide push to replace lead service lines. From new regulations to funding challenges and lessons learned in the field, they highlight why there’s s...
From Flooding to the Future: How Western Springs Built a Community‑Backed Infrastructure Plan
Kicking off Season 2 of B&W Insights, host Mark Siefert sits down with Village of Western Springs Deputy Village Manager Casey Biernacki and the Baxter & Woodman project team to explore how severe storms and resident concerns led to a v...
B&W Insights: 2025 Year in Review
In this season finale episode of B&W Insights, host Mark Siefert sits down with Michael Fontanez to talk about the podcast’s journey—why it started, what’s been covered so far, and what’s coming next. They revisit highlights from previous e...
B&W Insights: Inspiring the Next Generation of Water Leaders with Alex Han
In this episode of B&W Insights, we sit down with Alex Han, the inspiring high school student and host of the H2O and Beyond podcast. Alex shares how a ninth-grade chemistry class sparked his passion for water and sustainability, leading hi...
