Infrastructure Bill Breakdown with Brad White
During this special episode, MDOT Executive Director Brad White joins the show to break down what the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act means for Mississippi.
During this special episode, MDOT Executive Director Brad White joins the show to break down what the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act means for Mississippi.
The Extra Mile - Special Episode: Infrastructure Bill Breakdown with Brad White
Show intro
Guest: MDOT Executive Director Brad White
The Extra Mile - Special Episode: Infrastructure Bill Breakdown with Brad White
Show intro
Guest: MDOT Executive Director Brad White
- Brad breaks down the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including reauthorization of funds and some additional money
- What the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds can be used for
- How quickly will the new funds be able to be used?
- Clarification on the fact that this money is coming in for a five-year period
- Roads and bridges are not the only component to the Act
- How is MDOT typically funded?
Show outro
Creators and Guests
Host
Paul Katool
Paul Katool joined the Mississippi Department of Transportation Public Affairs Division in 2016 as the agency’s first Social Media Strategist. In 2019, he was promoted to Digital Media Manager, where he led the creation of MDOT’s nationally award-winning Extra Mile Podcast. In 2022, Paul assumed the role of Deputy Director of Public Affairs, which includes helping to run the day-to-day operations of the division.
Producer
Drew Hall
Drew Hall is a media producer with experience in video production and journalism. He currently works in the Public Affairs Division of the Mississippi Department of Transportation, where he shoots and edits a range of content, including producing the award-winning podcast The Extra Mile. Drew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Mississippi State University and has received industry recognition, including an AASHTO Best Audio Production Award. Previously, Drew worked as a photojournalist for News Channel 12 and Fox 40 News, developing his skills in visual storytelling and news production. Drew is married to Courtney Ann Hall, of Corinth, MS, and has one son, Jackson.