Powerline Podcast

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with safety professionals from Arizona Public Service to unpack a different way of thinking about safety, one rooted in Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) and the belief that error is normal, learning is vital, and blame doesn’t improve work . We explore how HOP shows up in real-world, high-risk environments like linework and substations, wh...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with Juan Huerta and Beau Tubbs from Arizona Public Service for a deep dive into the world of substation work—one of the most critical, high-risk, and least understood parts of the power system. We unpack what a real day in the life of a substation electrician looks like, why precision matters when the margin for error is slim, and how trust, commun...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with APS foremen Casey Lozier, Eric Eager, and Andrew Schonhoff for an honest roundtable conversation about what really holds crews together in the trade. We talk openly about trust, mentorship, brotherhood, and the human side of being responsible for people — not just production. This conversation goes beyond the job and into the realities foremen...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with Brian "Biscuit" Alston , Artie Garcia , and Todd Wilson from Arizona Public Service for a raw conversation about what really changes when the work stops being just about you and starts being about everyone else. We talk about the moment responsibility shifts, how trust is earned from crews who used to be your peers, and why brotherhoo...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with Mackenzie Rodgers, Vice President of Transmission & Distribution Operations at Arizona Public Service, for a powerful conversation on leadership, legacy, and long-term growth in the utility industry. Mackenzie shares her journey from interning at APS to stepping into a VP role—along with the lessons she learned along the way that continue t...

Karl Studer’s story is one of grit, vision, and staying rooted in where you came from. In this episode of Powerline Podcast , Ryan sits down with Karl Studer, Executive Vice President Electric for Quanta Services, to unpack his journey from growing up on a ranch in Idaho to becoming a lineman, building and scaling his own power line companies, and ultimately stepping into executive leadership at o...

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Elden Rivas — a Houston-based lineman from North Houston Pole Line, dedicated family man, and someone who takes his craft and his health seriously. Elden shares where his journey began, how he found his way into the line trade, and the mentors and moments that shaped him. We talk about balancing family with long days, why discipline matters, and how focusing on...

Austin Carr is a lineman from Florida and goes by the name America's Favorite Lineman on social media. I caught up with Austin for a quick tailgate sit down interview at the International Lineman's Rodeo. He shared his journey into the trade, advice for young apprentices and linemen, and how social media has changed his life in a positive way. We even talked about money and how the most mo...

Walker Finch grew up chasing podiums as a professional BMX racer – now he’s chasing a career that gives him purpose, brotherhood, and a future. In this episode, we explore Walker’s transition from the athlete lifestyle into the blue-collar trades, his years in construction and water utilities, his decision to attend line school, and how living the western lifestyle shaped his values and path. Walk...

Adam Boggio lives two lives most people could never imagine: one on the lines and one in the sky. In this episode of Powerline Podcast, we dive deep into Adam’s journey as a lineman, how he stepped into the world of professional skydiving, the near misses, the mindset, the fear, and the moments that changed him. Adam opens up about mastering risk, trusting your crew, building courage, and the powe...

In this episode, I sit down with  Kassidy Warren  who went from a career in the  electrical industry  to building financial freedom through  real estate investing . After experiencing the pressures of corporate life and burnout, he made a life-changing pivot transforming mindset, health, and career along the way. We break down the  lessons he carried from the trades into entrepreneurship , the min...

In this episode, I sit down with  Steve Kopp , VP of Safety, Health, & Environmental with  MJ Electric  and the creator of the  Step & Touch Potential Simulator  an innovation that’s transforming how linemen learn grounding and bonding. Steve shares his career journey in electrical safety, the difference between “safety on paper” and real jobsite culture, and the mindsets that keep crews a...

In this episode, I sit down with  Mike Blandin , a foreman with  Canadian Utility Construction (CUC) , part of Quanta Services. Mike shares his journey in civil and gas utility construction, from breaking into the trade to leading crews on major projects across Canada. We dive into  leadership lessons from the field , the realities of running a crew, and what separates a good foreman from a great...

In this episode, I sit down with  Jared Greenlee  a second-generation IBEW journeyman lineman, storm hand, and the founder of  Journeyman Gear . Jared shares his story of growing up in the trade, committing two decades to storm response, and ultimately turning his jobsite experience into a fast-growing tool brand. We cover everything from the  mindsets that separate apprentices from journeymen , t...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, Ryan sits down with Dean Bell, a veteran lineman and foreman with decades in the trade. Dean pulls no punches as he shares what separates good leaders from great ones, how to earn trust under pressure, and why money, mindset, and mental health are the real make-or-break factors in this industry. From raw lessons learned on the job to advice every apprentice an...

Steve Rozenberg went from flying international jets to building one of the fastest-growing property management companies in the U.S. scaling to over 1,000 units before making a successful exit. In this episode of  Powerline Podcast , we dive deep into: How 9/11 ended Steve’s airline career and forced a total reinvention The systems and KPIs he used to scale real estate and business operations Why...

In this episode of  Powerline Podcast , I sit down with  Alex Wakeland, Dan Stemp, and Benjamin Moore  from  JNCTN , the team behind a groundbreaking digital credential system for the trades. We dive into the real problem of verifying training and certifications on jobsites, how JNCTN’s technology works, and why it matters for safety, compliance, and efficiency. From reducing fraud and onboarding...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with Alex Wakeland a General Foreman, content creator, and tech innovator who’s proving the trades can open doors far beyond the job site. We dive into what it really takes to build high-performing crews, the leadership lessons that stick, and how skills learned on the line can become a launchpad into tech, innovation, and bigger opportunities. From...

In this episode of Powerline Podcast, I sit down with Brandon Fiscus, a lineman turned senior leader at Allteck who now oversees recruiting, apprenticeship, and union workforce development. Brandon shares hard-earned lessons from over 20 years in the trade covering everything from leadership and crew culture to mental health, money mistakes, and what it really takes to succeed long-term in line in...

Chase Anderson has been leading in the powerline trade for years, earning respect in one of the toughest industries out there. In this episode of Powerline Podcast, we go deep on what real leadership looks like on the job, why mental health in the trades can’t be ignored, and where the future of line work in Canada is headed. We also talk about the opportunities young linemen should be paying atte...

What does it take to build one of the largest renewable energy projects in U.S. history? In this episode of Powerline Podcast, we head into the wind side of SunZia with Karissa Murillo and Chris Bruner of Blattner. Together, they break down the scale, coordination, and leadership it takes to install hundreds of turbines across remote terrain, and why this work is about more than just clean power. ...

Gabe McCoy didn’t plan to become a foreman, but the job had other plans. In this episode of Powerline Podcast, Gabe opens up about his journey from groundman to respected leader on one of the most ambitious transmission projects in the country: SunZia. He shares the growing pains of stepping into leadership, what it takes to truly earn your crew’s trust, and why building team culture is more than...

Josh Price isn’t just running a crew, he’s building a legacy. In this episode, Josh shares his path from small-town lineman to foreman on the SunZia project, the largest renewable energy transmission project in U.S. history. He opens up about the responsibility that comes with leading others, the difference between running a crew and truly leading one, and how staying grounded: mentally, physicall...

What does it take to lead in today’s environment? In this mobile episode of Powerline Podcast, Ryan Lucas hits the road with foreman Shawn Scribner for a ride-along through the SunZia project, the largest renewable energy infrastructure project in North America. From the driver’s seat, Shawn opens up about what it really takes to build trust, lead crews, and grow in the field. The conversation cov...

Recorded live at the 2025 Infrastructure Safety Symposium (ISS), this special panel episode dives into one of the most critical, and overlooked, roles in safety: the foreman. Hosted by Powerline Podcast’s Ryan Lucas, this conversation features seasoned foremen from across the industry who bring raw, unfiltered perspectives from the field. Together, they unpack the real gaps between policy and prac...