An informative and sometimes irreverent podcast for those interested in eminent domain, right of way land acquisition, or infrastructure development. Topics for discussion frequently include condemnation of real property for public use, just compensation, the Uniform Relocation Act, as well as your hosts‘ hot takes on popular culture.
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Infrastructure Junkies Roundtable - Sixxx!!!
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
In this episode of Infrastructure Junkies, your hosts are joined by guests Matt Harris and Ray Mehler to discuss various topics related to right-of-way professionals and pop culture. The first theme discussed is relocation, with the hosts and guests sharing their experiences and insights on becoming relocation experts. The second theme revolves around the final rule, which provides benefits for displaced individuals in federal and federally funded projects. The hosts and guests discuss the changes in the final rule and the potential impact on state relocation acts. The episode also includes pop culture topics involving the movies Back to the Future and Star Trek - The Next Generation, exploring the concept of property rights in the time-space continuum. Pop culture topics also include childhood food memories and the challenges and opportunities of generational differences in the workforce. The hosts discuss their favorite childhood foods, such as SpaghettiOs and Chef Boyardee beef ravioli, and share their experiences with different food products. They also explore the topic of generational wars, particularly the tensions between Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, and boomers. They also discuss the role of attorneys in the right-of-way process and the importance of collaboration and ethical representation. The episode concludes with the topic of umpiring and refereeing in sports, with a focus on the challenges and importance of making fair calls. The hosts share their experiences and perspectives on the role of officials in maintaining the integrity of the game.
This episode was generously sponsored by Blackbird Right of Way, LLC, your go to relocation experts in the United States.
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Great episode. I work for Minnesota DOT in R/W. Soon to branch off as a RW Acquisition consultant in southern MN. Company is Acquisition Allies, MN. Love the show.
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