Powerline Podcast

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This podcast is for anyone in the power line industry. Those of you that love to build and maintain power lines at work and after work. This is a collection of stories from line workers around the world. This is a community for us to share where we’ve been, who we’ve worked with, projects we’ve been apart of and hopefully pass on some of those key lessons that we could all learn from. This podcast will be a mix of line workers and their stories as well as other professionals sharing about how to keep a healthy mind, body and spirit.

Recent Episodes
  • 175 | The Fitness & Recovery Blueprint for Hardworking tradesmen | Eric Hinman
    Apr 10, 2025 – 00:53:31
  • 174 | They Said She Couldn’t Do It—Now She’s Proving Them Wrong | Shelby Wiedenbeck
    Apr 3, 2025 – 01:25:13
  • 173 | The Unspoken Rules of Leadership in the Trades | Jose Trevizo & Wayne Pickard
    Mar 27, 2025 – 01:34:41
  • 172 | NAIL Your Apprentice Lineman Interview & Start Your Career! | Tyler Thompson
    Mar 20, 2025 – 01:27:23
  • 171 | Why Sleep Is the #1 Performance Hack for Linemen & First Responders | James Geering
    Mar 13, 2025 – 01:16:04
  • 170 |Why Men in the Trades Don’t Talk About Mental Health | Hayley Booker
    Feb 27, 2025 – 02:01:21
  • 169 | Lineman falls 62-Feet | A Line Wife’s Story of Survival, Advocacy, and Hope | Alyssa Sanchez
    Feb 27, 2025 – 00:48:54
  • 168 | Mindset, Training & Success | Secrets of Olympic Greatness: Nic Fink & Charlie Swanson
    Feb 6, 2025 – 01:20:18
  • 167 | Recover Faster, Work Stronger: The Blueprint You Need | Dr. Kevin Rindal | Pt. 3 of 3
    Jan 23, 2025 – 00:45:04
  • 166 | What’s Holding You Back? Troubleshoot Your Body Like a Pro | Dr. Kevin Rindal | Pt. 2 of 3
    Jan 16, 2025 – 00:57:00
  • 165 | Discover your why | Dr. Kevin Rindal | Part 1 of 3
    Jan 10, 2025 – 01:07:27
  • 164 | Forging a Legacy | A Masterclass in Bladesmithing with Tony Bravo
    Jan 3, 2025 – 01:06:39
  • 163 | Drones in Action | Pioneering Safety and Efficiency with Isaac Piche
    Dec 19, 2024 – 01:23:49
  • 162 | Leading the Charge | Insightful Journeys in the Power and Utility Industry with George Coleman and Kody Kilshaw
    Dec 11, 2024 – 01:19:10
  • 161 | Powering the Future | A Conversation with Damir Novosel, President of Quanta Technology
    Nov 26, 2024 – 00:53:06
  • 160 | Lineman to Innovator | Derek Gonzales on the Evolution of Linework and Tools
    Nov 14, 2024 – 01:12:02
  • 159 | From the Ground Up | Felipe Carrillo on Linework, Entrepreneurship, and Overcoming Adversity
    Oct 31, 2024 – 01:02:42
  • 158 | Life on the Line | Flint Robinson on Linework, Leadership, and Lessons Learned
    Oct 16, 2024 – 02:09:39
  • 157 | Family Legacy, Innovation, Power Infrastructure and the Future of Utility Helicopters | Kyle Gunsauls
    Oct 3, 2024 – 01:02:30
  • 156 | Flying the Harrier Jet to Leading in the Power Industry | Josh Luck's Journey of Leadership and Service
    Sep 19, 2024 – 01:13:49
  • 155 | Building a Better Dirt World | Aaron Witt on Mission, Leadership, and Content Creation
    Sep 5, 2024 – 01:02:18
  • 154 | Leaders Shaping the Future of Infrastructure in the West | Loren Chandler, Dylan Welsh, Stephen Galagarza
    Aug 22, 2024 – 01:40:56
  • 153 | Linemen | 100+ Years Of Power Line Experience | Robin Lucas & Paul Davis
    Aug 15, 2024 – 01:48:05
  • 152 | Veterans & Linemen | Turning Canadian Vets into Linemen | Jordan Geddert & Jamie Lowe
    Aug 8, 2024 – 01:33:16
  • 151 | Lineman | Is it TOO LATE for LINEMEN to change | Larry Lopez
    Jul 25, 2024 – 01:54:06
  • 150 | URD LINEMAN | The BRUTAL TRUTH about our aging Underground Electrical system | Mark Savage
    Jul 18, 2024 – 01:53:26
  • 149 | Lineman | Be a LINEMAN and an ENTREPRENUER | Landon Dees of Lineman Bucket Products
    Jul 11, 2024 – 01:36:19
  • 148 | Line Distributers | J.L. Matthews Co: A behind the scenes look | Danny Matthews & Harrison Matthews
    Jul 3, 2024 – 01:12:05
  • 147 | Safety Professional | How a “Safety Guy” becomes a LEGIT part of the LINE CREW | David Flener
    Jun 27, 2024 – 01:23:30
  • 146 | Braam Botha | Lineman Apprenticeship: START to FINISH look at what it takes to be a LINEMAN
    Jun 20, 2024 – 01:14:10
  • 145 | Jack Mauel & Matt Compher | Build your own AED program and SAVE LIVES TODAY
    Jun 13, 2024 – 00:45:20
  • 144 | John Perez | Uncovering Underground Power Systems in America
    Jun 6, 2024 – 01:55:53
  • 143 | Mark Paulsen & Dylon Koch | Why HYDRATION is so VITAL for UTILITY workers
    May 30, 2024 – 01:39:48
  • 142 | Wayne Pickard | What does LINE WORK look like in CANADA
    May 23, 2024 – 01:30:32
  • 141 | Lineman | Alex Wakeland | How TECH will transform the LINE TRADE
    May 16, 2024 – 01:51:05
  • 140 | Lineman | AJ Martinez | How to become a successful Lineman
    May 2, 2024 – 01:38:06
  • 139 | Nick Figliolo & Tater | How TRADES and LABRADORS are changing VETERANS' Lives | Warrior's Wingman
    Apr 24, 2024 – 01:24:49
  • 138 | Bill Bosch | Why does Lineman Appreciation Day exist and what's the current state of our trade.
    Apr 18, 2024 – 01:18:01
  • 137 | Kaycee Feild | 6X Bareback Rodeo World Champion | Quanta Ambassador
    Mar 24, 2024 – 00:40:44
  • 136 | Noah Mallard & Matt Parker | Linemen & Instructors at NLC Idaho Campus
    Mar 20, 2024 – 01:23:26
  • 135 | Mark Groves | Lineman, Inventor, and Hall of Fame inductee
    Mar 13, 2024 – 01:26:13
  • 134 | Justin Tate | Lineman | How to innovate with safety gear
    Mar 1, 2024 – 01:48:21
  • 133 | Josh Langley | Barehand Lineman | How to become a better leader in this trade
    Feb 22, 2024 – 01:10:19
  • 132 | Madison Jefferson | Former Marine Scout Sniper and advocate for veterans in the trades
    Feb 15, 2024 – 02:04:28
  • 131 | Matt Compher | VP Safety, Health, & Environmental for Quanta Services
    Feb 7, 2024 – 01:29:19
  • 130 | Safety Professional | It all changes in a moment | John Sevier
    Jan 29, 2024 – 01:35:45
  • 129 | Linemen | True to the Trade | Mack Smith & Chris Ostopchuk
    Jan 18, 2024 – 01:42:43
  • 128 | Lineman | New Generation Old School Soul | John Goodson
    Jan 10, 2024 – 00:56:36
  • 127 | Where I’m supposed to be | Lineman & Instructor | David Thielk
    Jan 5, 2024 – 02:09:53
  • 2023 Wrap-Up for Powerline Podcast
    Dec 30, 2023 – 00:11:55
Recent Reviews
  • Case 2090 with duals
    Calling it like it is!
    Always looking forward to the good stories and great content. It’s a perfect mix of good old boys and the next generation up and coming craftsmen. Well done! Keep them coming Ryan!
  • one more change
    WORDS FROM THE WISE
    Just started like school at my local community college on weekends while working at railroad. listening to these Stories and knowledge passed down from incredibly experienced lineman has pushed me harder to get into the trade I recently am about to start as a laborer at my local electric utility all thanks to Powerline podcasts for the inspiration and information. Thank you Ryan Lucas keep pushing Forward.
  • elginb
    Power line podcast
    Love the podcast! This has given me great insights on the safety aspect of the trade.I’m taking things from this podcast and using them in my everyday tasks out on the line.IBEW lineman Local 317.keep up the good work Ryan
  • Andrea Jeslis
    Wonderful Resource for Line Families
    Love this podcast. As a line wife on the road, it’s nice to hear stories and be inspired by others with relatable lifestyles. The line wife episodes have helped me feel less alone during the past year with COVID. It’s also a great resource for me to gain greater understanding of the hard work my husband does and loves.
  • dkdjduahbw
    Sum1Special
    Hearing these stories just makes me excited to get into the trade, I can’t wait!!
  • annamiller33
    LWE
    Getting to listen to other people who go through the same things as I do is awesome. I love getting the different perspectives!
  • An-gooe-Low
    Awesome information!
    This is a great source of information! The motivation you give and the questions you answer are all spot on!
  • Watson574
    Tail boards
    Really liking the solo tail boards episodes.
  • beaverstacker
    Best podcast to listen to
    Best guy you could talk to if you get the pleasure of talking to him. His amazing one day him and I will meet each other.. listening from the start to now .. knowledge guy and people on his podcast..
  • Jiro Set
    Best Pod!
    Great listen especially for a kid trying to get into linework.
  • JRNYMN 716
    Listen to 1 and you’ll be hooked!!
    What a great podcast that anyone in the trades can easily relate to. Highly recommend to anyone with thoughts of self improvement. The guests he has had and the way he gets them to open make for a great podcast. Check it out, you won’t be disappointed.
  • geezfools
    Just listen!
    I work in the industry, but not as a lineman. So much good stuff in these episodes and worth a listen, whether you're in the trade, work behind the scenes or do any sort of construction in general. The new Today's Tailboard series is just what I needed to hear! Keep up the hard work, this podcast gets better and better!
  • Stix_702
    Best podcast
    This is a great podcast not just for lineman but life in general. Ryan is such a talented guy for running a great podcast and I’ve been learning a lot from him. Look forward to his future work!-Stix
  • The Grunt Slayer
    Not just for lineman.
    I’ve been listening to this show since the beginning and I’ve learned something new or taken something positive from every episode. The host Ryan is the “Joe Rogan” of our trade and personality, passion and experience in the trade is a perfect combination that makes for genuine, intelligent conversation with each guest. The show takes you outside the box of high voltage linework and focuses on particular issues, characteristics and thought processes of the human thought process. It’s my favorite podcast of all time and hopefully you will take a listen and enjoy it as much as myself and my friends do.
  • Josh McNamer
    👍🏻
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  • ROCKURSOXOFF
    Fantastic Podcast…….totally different than anything else out there
    Great podcast that isn’t just for lineman……. great variety of guests, with a wide array of stories, tragedy and inspirations. Ryan does a tremendous job of not only asking the questions, but also using hos many years of experience the the trade to relate life to the many guests. Keep up the Great work!
  • CT 42
    awesome podcast
    Great episodes following a wild trade. Keep up the good work
  • jakerbahh
    Amazing content!
    Love this podcast, as well as the industry. Thank you Ryan and thank you Lineman!
  • Dmp223
    Awesome podcast
    Ryan does an awesome job highlighting the best trade in the business!!! Always looking to see when the next episode is going to be up!!!
  • jordanmitch17
    Informative
    Ryan does a great job breaking down different s sides of the industry, bringing in knowledge from all aspects of the trade. I myself am currently working on getting into the trade and have found his podcast to be very helpful with gathering information on how and where to start. Thanks Ryan love the content
  • BlakeH59
    Grounding?
    Can you call me. Have questions after listening to this podcast. With what I’ve learned, understand, and whatever. There are questions I have. A lot of it I agree with to a degree. Number is 919-996-9676
  • allhailkingpaymon
    My savior
    I used to suffer from violent night terrors. This all changed when I discovered The Powerline Podcast. Now I just put in my ear buds and let Ryan’s sweet sensual voice chase the demons out of my head. I wake up with a rock hard.... outlook on life and am ready to take on anything that cums my way. 11/10 would recommend.
  • playingwithfire805
    Grateful
    Grateful to see investments in the trade, especially in the form of a podcast. Thank you for staying true to form and supporting the Brotherhood. XO from LA.
  • Mac McMacson
    Awesome.
    Great discussions and topics.
  • Kcikci
    Beta male breathing too hard
    If you wanna waste an hour listening to Darth Vader breath directly into your ear you came to the right place
  • Grantbvfd
    Volume issues
    The music is too loud vs the interview volume. Good content but needs some editing work for the volume issues. You have to have it turned way up to hear the podcast but when the music kicks in it almost blows your speakers out.
  • low drag linehand
    A real hand !!
    We need more people like Ryan in the powerline world!! Strengthening the brotherhood one podcast at a time!! 🇺🇸🇨🇦
  • Katlea428
    Great and much needed podcast!
    Many thanks to Ryan for bringing the Powerline Podcast to life. The trade lives and thrives by connecting with each other and sharing stories, the good and the bad, to learn and grow from. This is a good listen not only for those in the trade but those that like listening to cool stories.
  • Lightfoot4
    Great idea
    Great idea for a podcast! The sound quality is far superior to other “new” podcasts. Great listen on the first 2 episodes. I can’t wait for more.
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