In this episode, we speak with Tommy Winkler, Administrator of the Wisconsin DMV, about the award-winning Driver Education Grant Program that expanded access to driver training for thousands of students through strong partnerships, rapid implementation, and a focus on equity. 

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with JD Decker about the life-saving incident that earned him the honor of the Fraud Prevention and Detection: Investigations Individual Award and reflects on how Nevada’s DMV enforcement team works to protect the public through quick action, investigation, and a commitment to safety on and off the road.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with Robert Gladden, Vice President of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF), to discuss the evolving landscape of motorcycle and e-bike safety. 

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with Rebecca Steinbach from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety about the Foundation’s latest report on Aggressive Driving and Road Rage. 

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we spoke to Trooper Eddie Thomas, Public Information Officer for Louisiana State Police Troop G, about the agency’s statewide efforts to keep children safe on the road, including fitting stations and technician training and partnerships with the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we talk with Eva Spiegel, Deputy Director of Communications for the California Department of Motor Vehicles and Co-Executive Sponsor of the Women@DMV Group. The team’s clothing drive and job application workshops supported women, empowering them to build confidence and pursue new opportunities.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we spoke to Angelique McClendon, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS), who was the winner of the AAMVA Trailblazer Award, for its innovative use of technologies like app clips, self-service kiosks, and Incode functionality. Learn how DDS is streamlining services, reducing wait times, and delivering 5-star customer experiences through modernized, customer-focused solutions.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with Lyne Vézina of the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec, recipient of AAMVA’s Lifetime Achievement in Roadway Safety in Motor Vehicle Administration, about her 37-year career shaping policies and strategies to improve road safety.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with Trooper Barry Marcus of the Washington State Patrol, winner of AAMVA’s Lifetime Achievement in Roadway Safety in Law Enforcement, about his decades of service and dedication to keeping roads safe.

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen

Music: Gibson Arthur

In this episode, we speak with Bud Craddock, Administrator of the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles and the new Chair of the AAMVA International Board of Directors, about his career and goals for the year ahead.

Host: Ian Grossman

Producer: Claire Jeffrey, Chelsey Hadwin, and Kayle Nguyen 

Music: Gibson Arthur