Powerline Podcast

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...

Ben Williams is Journeyman Lineman with a reputation for saying it how it is. I enjoyed every minute of this unfiltered conversation about linework and leadership.   Show guest: Ben Williams | Instagram: @lineman_fitness ✌️ SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️ Shop Podcast Merch: https://www.electriclifeshop.com/ Online Resume Course for Lineworkers: https://www.electriclifemp.com/   📱 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL...

The very act of doing the thing that scares you can undo the fear, make it not scary. I want to challenge you to do things that make you nervous. Do things that take you out of your comfort zone and force yourself to say yes! In this episode I explain 5 reasons why you need to start saying yes. Say yes more! ✌️ SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️ Shop Podcast Merch: https://www.electriclifeshop.com/ Onlin...

In this episode Shanna talks with Meg Sprunt and Kimberly Snow about being the best support for your husband, friends, and most importantly, yourself. Listen in to our line life stories and experience, as we are open, honest and raw with our ups and downs of the line life.  Show guest: Meg Sprunt | Instagram @tumbleweedtramp Kimberly Snow | Instagram @kimsnow77 Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram:...

029 | Vontrice Jordan   Meet   Vontrice , new to the Linelife, stay at home Mom, and full of wisdom. We talk about having patience, growing from your past relationships and the importance of communication. Her Lineman and her have created a strong foundation for a lasting relationship.   Show guest: Vontrice Jordan Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | Ins...

David grew up in California and did what he had to do to get into the trade. He left home and moved to Alaska for a shot at an apprenticeship. Fast forward years later and linework has taken him all over North America and beyond. David has also been fortunate enough to check off a few of the bucket list items like becoming a helicopter Lineman and receiving a barehand certification with Quanta Ser...

Become a person of action.   A person that takes action in relationships, at work, and in life.   Whether its getting in shape or changing careers. When you take action things change. Energy moves and things happen.   Listen to the latest episode of Today's Tailboard on Powerline Podcast for 3 simple tools you can use to become a person of action.   Found on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and wherev...

Jeanna  is an educator, mother, linewife and author. We talk about Linewife GRIT, hard work, the creation of her book, and how things always seem to work out. She talks about the education system and the real price that is paid when kids create a lot of school debt for careers that they don't even want to do. "We don't buy shoes without trying them on, so why are kids not researching and trying ca...

Josh is an electrician that's been in the industry for 20 years. In his career he's gone from apprentice to general superintendent. I get a ton of questions from electricians so it was great to have Josh on the show to help answer and bring clarity to those questions. We also talk about surrounding yourself with good people and leadership in today's industry.    Show guest: Josh Harding | Instagra...

Jennifer  and I talk fitness, staying on track, line life and pushing through tough moments when our Linemen can't be there with us. A tough woman and LEO she shares with us her story and a small piece of her life.    Show guest: Jennifer Hyde | Instagram: @jennifuuur8 Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | Instagram: @870supply ✌️SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌...

Mark Paulsen founded Wilderness Athlete and Working Athlete® based on one simple question, “Why hasn’t the science of mainstream sports nutrition been applied to the specific needs of the outdoor/industrial athlete?” Mr. Paulsen answered his own question by launching Wilderness Athlete® and Working Athlete® for those who wear camo, hard hats and steel-toed boots. He did so to address their unique...

Markie is a Linewife, dog mom and full time worker. We talk about relationships, marriage, possibly the craziest wedding story I've ever heard, and baking away her stress. Stay tuned because this will be one of many episodes we will have with Markie! Show guest: Markie Burns | Instagram: @markithebear   @buttermeuppp Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Supply | I...

Former military to safety professional, Alex Lacey is one of the most dedicated and discipline guys I know. Join us in this episode packed with thought provoking conversation about safety and leadership in the industry today.   Show guest: Alex Lacey | Instagram: @safety_lacey     Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supply  | Instagram:  @linesta...

Meet Kasey, Linewife, mom and small business owner. She's juggling her husband working on the road, the business, and living positive each moment in life. We talk about relationships, weddings, keeping the spark alive, being your husband's rock, and owning a small business. She leaves us with the quote that a Lineman's pencil doesn't have an eraser, so don't take any moment for granted. Listen in...

Brian Muka, aka Fear Sherpa is a former US Navy EOD bomb tech and best selling author of "Your Secret Superpower, Tame Fear To Thrive". Fear is your ally. In this episode we talk about how to harness fear and use it instead of letting it consume and control you. Show guest: Brian Muka | Instragram: @fearsherpa |  Facebook: Fear Sherpa   Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallman...

Meet  Shelby , Master Griller, Mom, Linewife, and full of good ole fashioned LineLife GRIT.  From learning to master the art of grilling, homeschooling, and navigating the ups and downs of RV life, we cover it all. She leaves us with the wisdom of enjoying the journey and to keep focusing on the positive. In the end, food always brings us together and the comradery keeps us together. Show guest: S...

Caleb's love for electricity started at the age of 8. He became an electrician, a lineman and has cofounded a company that has created 100% safe system for training on primary voltage equipment. Caleb is a fascinating guy with a great story. Enjoy!   Show guest: Caleb Thompson | Web: Timpson Training       Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supp...

Kimberly is a Linewife, Linemom, mother, director at her church, and traveler.  She shares her story filled with strength, courage, and respect. We talk about finding time for yourself, respecting your spouse, stepping in and out of the roles as the "man" of the house and NEVER being committed to the plan. Sharing her incredible story of her son being able to step up to be by her side while she ga...