The SEI REMC Podcast

What would you do if you were involved in a vehicle accident and a power line came down on or around your car? It’s something most of us hope we’ll never experience—but knowing what to do before it happens could make all the difference. In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Todd Huff and Josh Meyer, the Southeastern Indiana REMC employees who take our Live Line Demonstr...

What happens when an employee has an idea, others get behind it, and together they create something that brings the community together?  Sometimes, it becomes a new tradition!  In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers continues our National Co-op Month conversations with Robin Monday, Member Service Representative at Southeastern Indiana REMC, to talk about how a simple idea for a trunk-...

There’s a lot more behind a 4-H ribbon than what you see hanging in the exhibit hall. Months of work. Early mornings. Responsibility. Problem-solving. Disappointment. Perseverance. Family support. And plenty of lessons that have very little to do with winning. In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday , B.J. Myers kicks offNational Co-op Month with Jen Saner, Marketing Specialist, and Andrea Shuter,...

Who has your back? And whose back do you have? Throughout September, Watt's Up Wednesday has explored what it means to look out for one another - and we've discovered that it usually doesn't require a big or extraordinary gesture. In this solo episode, B.J. Myers reflects on the people and stories we've heard throughout the month and the many different ways people take care of one...

Sometimes looking out for one another means helping with the things many of us take for granted—a backpack for the first day of school, a warm coat for winter, a new pair of shoes or a little help when an unexpected emergency turns life upside down. In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Chris Denton and Mary Lou Schwipps of Samaritan’s Hope Chest in Milan to talk about...

What does it really mean to put members first? In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Ron Barnhart, Southeastern Indiana REMC’s recently promoted Vice President of Member Services, to talk about his 13-year journey with the cooperative and the perspective he brings to his new leadership role. Ron originally joined Southeastern Indiana REMC as GIS Coordinator, where he he...

What happens to those old eyeglasses you drop into a LionsClub collection box? And how does a new vision screening camera help identify potential vision problems in children? In this episode of Watt’s Up Wednesday, B.J. Myerssits down with Jack and Robbie Everage, members of the Versailles Lions Club to talk about the many ways this longtime organization looks out for the community. The club recen...

What does it mean to lead—and what happens when cooperatives work together to look out for the people they serve? In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits downwith Melissa Menchhofer, President of the Southeastern Indiana REMC Board of Directors. Melissa was elected Board President in May 2025, becoming the first woman to hold the position in the cooperative's history. Melis...

What does it really mean to make a difference in your community? In this solo episode of Watt's Up Wednesday , B.J. Myers reflects on three very different conversations from the month of August—and the common thread connecting them all. From longtime Board member Darrell Smith , to Kris Beal andthe mission of So Loved Closet, to 19-year Southeastern Indiana REMC employee Debra Stephen , each s...

What do old 45 RPM Christmas records and today's digital workplace have in common? For Debra Stephen, they're both part of her Southeastern Indiana REMC story.  In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Debra, Southeastern Indiana REMC's Document Imaging Clerk, who has been part of the REMC team for 19 years.  But Debra's connection to the cooperative st...

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and loved. In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Kris Beal, founder of So Loved Closet, to hear the inspiring story behind an organization that's making a difference in the lives of children and families throughout southeastern Indiana. What began as a desire to meet a simple need has grown into an organization that pro...

What inspires someone to dedicate years of their life to serving their community? In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Darrell Smith, the longest-serving member of the Southeastern Indiana REMC Board of Directors, for a personal conversation about leadership, service, and the cooperative difference. Rather than talking about board meetings and policies, Darrell sha...

What does it really mean to be part of a cooperative? In this solo episode of Watt's Up Wednesday , B.J. Myers reflects on the conversations we've shared over the past month—from leadership and community service to communications and employee engagement—and explores the common thread that connects them all. The answer isn't power lines or fiber optic cable. It's people. Throughout...

Behind every great member experience is a great team. In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Lori Miller, Human Resources Specialist at Southeastern Indiana REMC, to talk about the people who power your cooperative. From recruiting talented employees to welcoming new team members and supporting career growth, Lori shares what it takes to build a workforce that's...

What does the Communications & Creative Services team actually do at Southeastern Indiana REMC? In this episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers sits down with Autumn Kolbinsky, Creative Services Specialist, and Jen Saner, Marketing & Member Engagement Specialist, for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the work that keeps members informed, engaged, and connected. From producing R...

What happens after members round up their electric bills to the next dollar? In this week's episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers is joined by Bryan Miller, Vice President of IT & Diversified Services at Southeastern Indiana REMC and a new member of the Operation RoundUp Board of Trustees, to take you behind the scenes of the grant review process. As a first-time trustee, Bryan sh...

What does "community power" really mean? In this special Independence Day edition of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers is joined by Southeastern Indiana REMC CEO Keith Mathews to kick off our July theme, Celebrating Community Power . Together, they discuss how neighbors helping neighbors, local leadership, volunteerism, and the cooperative model continue to strengthen the communities w...

Looking for ways to stay comfortable and save energy this summer? In this week's episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers shares practical tips to help your home run more efficiently during the hottest months of the year. From improving cooling performance to understanding how the time of day you use electricity can impact overall energy demand, this episode is packed with simple ideas t...

Is your internet connection as fast and reliable as it could be? In this week's episode of Watt's Up Wednesday, B.J. Myers shares five simple ways to improve your home Wi-Fi experience—from router placement and eliminating dead zones to managing connected devices and keeping your network secure. You'll also hear: ⚡ A recap from the Jennings County Fair ⚡ A preview of the upcoming Dea...

Welcome to Watt's Up Wednesday, a weekly update from Southeastern Indiana REMC and SEI Fiber. This week, we're talking about Connected Living and how reliable internet service has become an essential part of everyday life in rural communities. From working remotely and online learning to telehealth appointments, smart home technology, and staying connected with family and friends, connecti...

In this episode of SEI REMC Deep Dive , we explore what “reliability” really means in a modern rural electric cooperative—and it goes far beyond keeping the lights on. From maintaining nearly 3,500 miles of electric line to expanding high-speed fiber internet, Southeastern Indiana REMC is building an interconnected system that powers not just homes, but entire communities. We break down how proact...

What does it really take to keep the lights on? In this episode of the SEI REMC Podcast, we take a deep dive into the April issue of REMC Connect to uncover the hidden world behind your monthly electric bill. Beneath the surface lies a vast, fragile network of electric lines and fiber—spanning thousands of miles—powered not just by technology, but by people, history, and community. We explore the...

Step into the March 2026 issue of REMC Connect with this episode of the SEI REMC Deep Dive podcast—where innovation meets tradition in unexpected ways. From helicopter-mounted saws trimming trees to keep the lights on, to the behind-the-scenes reality of regional grid emergencies, this episode explores how your co-op balances cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to community. You’ll gain...

The Power of Connection What does “infrastructure” really mean in a member-owned cooperative? In this episode of SEI REMC Deep Dive , we explore the Power of Connection —looking beyond wires and poles to the people, relationships, and shared responsibility that define Southeastern Indiana REMC. Through real stories and timely topics from the February 2026 issue of REMC Connect , this episode exami...

In the first episode of Season 2, we kick off the new year with a fresh look at what’s ahead for SEI REMC and our member-owners. This January Deep Dive highlights priorities for the year, including electric system planning, reliability efforts, and continued investment in technology and infrastructure. We also share updates on SEI Fiber expansion, member programs designed to support energy efficie...