Created by the Advanced Textiles Association, Talking Textiles provides the latest in industrial fabrics and highlights key players and up-and-comers in the business.
In this episode of Talking Textiles, Apurba Banerjee talks with Danielle Jones, Lindsey Hynek, and Samantha Marion about their unique career paths and the different roles they play across the textile industry. They explore how women are shaping the industry, the value of mentorship and confidence, and the opportunities for women entering textiles today. It's a conversation about finding your path, building connections, and making an impact in a diverse and evolving industry.
18 Aug 2026
Event Safety and Tent Liability
In this episode of Talking Textiles, Kevin Vasquez, TRD Advisory Board member and Chair of the Code and Education Committee, takes a deep dive into event safety, tent liability, and risk management. Joined by Richard Nix of ESTA and Doug Bruce of ESA, they explore why developing a comprehensive site and weather plan well before event day is essential to creating safer, successful events. The conversation also covers proper staking and ballasting, the importance of pre-event collaboration, weather preparedness, and effective evacuation planning. Kevin, Richard, and Doug discuss TRD's Safe Tenting Professional Certification program and the ongoing collaboration with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to promote stronger safety practices and safer events across the industry.
13 Jul 2026
Behind the Scenes of the Tent Installation for UFC 250
Jonathan Sweet, ATA, sits down with Richard Martin from Pro Em to discuss his company's tent installation for the UFC 250 at the White House. Richard shares about the unique challenges of working with government bodies in Washington, DC, such as complexities of the bidding process, and stringent security requirements. He covers what it was like being in the national spotlight, and how the project scope evolved as more stakeholders became involved. Martin also touches on safe tent installation practices, his team, and leaning on the tent industry for assistance.
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Brent Nussbaum
Kristi Reiherzer
Brian Coughlin
Gabrielle Ferrara
Christine Spiegel
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100
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Social presence
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YouTube
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Engagement
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