Powerline Podcast

THE AMERICAN LINEMAN is undeniably the greatest book ever written about linemen and our trade. If you are a Lineman and you are passionate about this trade then I'm sure you enjoy learning about our history. Alan Drew is the author of a an amazing book about the origins of our trade called The American Lineman. I interviewed Alan on episode 64 of Powerline Podcast if you're interested in his story...

The Call Out is a new series that I will be guest hosting for www.linemenplusus.com that is solely dedicated to the stories of female power linemen. This series will eventually go on to become its own podcast but for now will be published under the Powerline Podcast platform. Susan Blaser is a trailblazer & pioneer in the power utility industry. She has accomplished many “firsts” in her life. She...

Children's book writer Katelyn Plonski has an incredible story filled with adventure and spur of the moment fun. Katelyn and her boyfriend (now husband) set off on an unknown RV adventure after high school that lead them right into the LineLife. From eating top Ramen everyday, bathing in hotel pools, working as a camp host, being pregnant, and finally writing a children's book called RV with me.  ...

Conversations with Robbie Wiggs are always full of real talk and great laughs. In this episode we talk linework, safety, life transitions, and mental health. Wicked episode with a wicked guy so don't even think about missing it! Find this episode of Powerline Podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcast and Spotify.   Show guest: Robbie Wiggs | Instagram: @notrobbiewiggs      Sho...

THE AMERICAN LINEMAN is undeniably the greatest book ever written about linemen and our trade. If you are a Lineman and you are passionate about this trade then I'm sure you enjoy learning about our history. Alan Drew is the author of a an amazing book about the origins of our trade called The American Lineman. I interviewed Alan on episode 64 of Powerline Podcast if you're interested in his story...

Aubrey talks Taboo, Lady, and Line Life during this episode. Moving from the East Coast to Arizona, they are both growing more and more together as time goes by. Aubrey is a Mind Body Coach who is helping many women in a big way!    Show guest: Aubrey Babcock | Instagram: @ aub32brey Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | Instagram: @870supply   ✌️ SUPPORT...

This is Ben Holmes second appearance on the podcast. Ben's been working below the streets of San Francisco for a few months now doing maintenance on their aging underground power system. We highlight underground work and dive right into discussing social media and the powerline industry. We get very real on this episode about what it means to be a true tradesman and how to represent our industry t...

Jimmy Marinus has been in the trade for more than 20 years. He's worked in a few different countries and runs the popular Facebook / Instagram pages @new_zealand_linemen. It always amazes me that no matter where you're from in the world, linemen are always the same. Find this episode of Powerline Podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcast and Spotify. Show guest: Jimmy Marinus...

If you are a Lineman and you are passionate about this trade then I'm sure you enjoy learning about our history.   Alan Drew is the author of a an amazing book about the origins of our trade called The American Lineman. I interviewed Alan on episode 64 of Powerline Podcast if you're interested in his story.   Brady Hansen @bradyhansen345 and I have teamed up and over the course of the next few mon...

David Ball has a contagious passion for linework. He is a US Army combat veteran, family man and Director of Quanta Services, LazyQ Line School. In this episode we talk about his service, the line trade and line school.  Find this episode of Powerline Podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcast and Spotify. Show guest: David Ball | Instagram: @david.b.942  Website for the LazyQ...

If you are a Lineman and you are passionate about this trade then I'm sure you enjoy learning about our history.   Alan Drew is the author of a an amazing book about the origins of our trade called The American Lineman. I interviewed Alan on episode 64 of Powerline Podcast if you're interested in his story.   Brady Hansen and I have teamed up and over the course of the next few months we'll be bri...

We all have a negative thought about our body here and there. Chante and Shanna talk about overcoming that negativity, making the transition to living on the road, changing careers to the Line Life and quitting your job to be able to be a stay at home mom. Everything always works out in the best way in the end.   Show guest: Chante Wolfe | Instagram: @ traveling_wolfepack Show Host: Shanna Sage  |...

Dave is returning for the 4th time to Powerline Podcast. This time we're hitting a topic that needs constant attention, grounding and bonding. I hope this episode gets you questioning more and thinking differently about your approach to the subject.  Find this episode of Powerline Podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcast, Spotify and Soundcloud.   Show guest: Dave Fossa | Ins...

David Mendonca is a former Navy combat medic turned Lineman and now runs a successful non profit and podcast called The Show Up Dad. We talk a ton about how to raise kids being a father in the trades. Find this episode of Powerline Podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcast, Spotify and Soundcloud.       Show guest: David Mendonca | Instagram: @theshowupdad      Show Sponsors:...

We live in a world that needs more hard people but there is a fine line to walk when teaching the next generation about this. How do you teach someone to be hard but not become a monster yourself in the process? ✌️ SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️ Shop Podcast Merch: https://www.electriclifeshop.com/ Online Resume Course for Lineworkers: https://www.electriclifemp.com/   📱 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📱...

Janene Naugle has been in the financial industry for most of her life and works for Utilities Employees Credit Union @uecuhappy . We talk about the topic that most don't want to talk about, money. She discuses planning for your future, retirement, life insurance, and what makes UECU different than most banks. It was a truly great conversation with tons of value. Visit www.uecu.org/cueitup for FREE...

Nicole is an incredibly strong woman, mother, farmer, and Linewife. She shares her story of farming almond trees, infertility, and finding zest again in life! I hope many of you who are going through infertility find comfort in her story. There is so much to be thankful for!     Show guest: Nichole Arnald | Instagram: @ Nicc.arnold Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor:...

Mitch Cheek is a photographer and videographer that comes from the world of action sports. He's filmed and photographed some of the worlds greatest riders in downhill mountain biking, snowboarding, and surfing. I've worked with Mitch over the last 10 years to film linemen and our industry. This is a conversation about how to showcase and progress our industry using modern marketing.   Show guest:...

Michelle @mmp_Leather and Shanna @linewifetribe talk about what it's like to own a small business, be a Linewife, and a Mom. Overcoming life's obstacles and pushing forward, Michelle shows us we all are alike and how to push forward and thrive on! Show guest: Michelle Miller | Instagram: @mmp_leather  Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | Instagram: @870su...

Dylon is a long time athlete and member of the Working Athlete family. In this episode we hammer down on health and fitness in the blue collar world with a huge focus on the line industry.   Show guest: Dylon Koch | Instagram: @dylon_koch @workingathlete     Show Sponsors: Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supply  | Instagram:  @linestarutilitysupply   ✌️ SUPP...

Markie is back and we get deep talking about Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, and the Art of Kindness.   Show guest: Markie Burns | Instagram: @markithebear Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | Instagram: @870supply ✌️ SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️ Shop Podcast Merch: https://www.electriclifeshop.com/ Online Resume Course for Lineworkers: https://www.ele...

Nick Meyer has an amazing story of perseverance and strength. Shortly after line school ended Nick was back on the job and up a pole when in an instant his life changed forever. Nick was electrocuted and as a result of the incident he lost his hand. I hope you learn some valuable lessons from his story.  Show guest: Nick Meyer | Instagram: @tijuanarobotics    Show Sponsors: Tallman Equipment Co.  ...

Alan Drew is a Lineman and author of The American Lineman, the most detailed book ever written on the history or our trade. His passion for linework and the Lineman stems all of the way back to when he first learned to climb poles at 6 years old. He has dedicated his life to this trade and I was so grateful to have him share his story on this podcast. Please enjoy!   Show guest: Alan Drew | Linked...

Eugene is a former police officer turned Journeyman Lineman. Growing up in a very large family on the rough side of town taught him about the value of work ethic. We discus topics ranging from mental health to work ethic and everything in between. Eugene is also the founder of @line11clothing Show guest: Eugene Gloudeman | Instagram @line11clothing   Show Sponsors: Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagr...

Shanna and Stephanie talk tramping, friends on the road and getting your finances together. She's mastered the process of saving, paying everything off and saving for the future. Listen in as she gives up the tips that have helped her Lineman and her become financially independent.   Show guest: Stephanie Nanny | Instagram: @gilbers8 Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponso...