Powerline Podcast

After taking over the entire investment department of a bank by the age of 19, Caleb saw firsthand how 98% of Americans were financially failing despite "professional" financial advising. After 3 years of traveling the country being mentored by the most successful financial minds, Caleb discovered a better way to build wealth.  Leaving his prestigious position at the bank, Caleb founded the compan...

Lo, and I talk about healing from past traumas, handling worry, living with Endometriosis and how it affects so many women today. Her family and her are fully plant based living in Colorado, with two dogs and their sweet two year old Leo.  She teaches us that being aware of our past traumas and recognizing them for what they are, we can overcome them. Stopping the cycle of them being replicated in...

Alex has been practicing the martial art of Jiu Jitsu for more than 27 years and owned his own gym for 8 years. Needless to say Alex is a coach. He has recently stepped away from owning a Jiu Jitsu gym to lead/coach men in ending burnout and enjoying holistic health. In this episode we dive into how lineworkers or any blue-collar worker can apply these techniques to change their health in a positi...

Mike Bledsoe has a passion for coaching. He's been in the fitness industry since he was a teenager. Mike served in the Navy, became an entrepreneur and cofounded the very popular podcast Barbell Shrugged. This podcast spent many years amongst iTunes top 10 podcasts in health and fitness. He now hosts his own podcast called The Bledsoe Show and is CEO of The Strong Coach. Mike is a coach, leader an...

Kris gets real about the Line Life. The struggles of doing it all on the home front, staying positive, growing together as a couple and being passionate about our lives. Listen in as she talks about how to connect with your fellow line ladies and stay true to YOU! Show guest: Kris Wimett | Instagram: @kristenwimett | FaceBook: Kris Wimett Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show S...

Jason is a union Lineman that has been in the trade for years now. He took a chance early in his career and left his stable lineman position in search of adventure and a deeper understanding of the trade. He's worked for both contractor and utility in various forms of leadership and gives back to the trade every chance he can. I enjoy every conversation I have with Jason and I hope you enjoy this...

A true leader of women, American citizen, horse lover, non-profit guru, event planner, and a blast of positivity, Anne and I talk about it all! We talk about moving to America, setting goals, drifting off track and breaking the mold that the world wants you to be. I am honored to have her in my circle and proud to share her story with all of you! May you all be inspired by her and catch some of he...

In this episode I sat down with Jacques Lacasse from Milwaukee Tool to talk about everything Milwaukee. We talked a little bit about the history of Milwaukee and then dove deep on their great line of tools for Linemen.   Show guest: Milwaukee USA | Milwaukee Canada | Instagram: @milwaukeetool   Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supply  | Instag...

Trista is an incredibly strong Linewife who received one of the worst calls a Linewife can get. Her and her Lineman have grown closer together through the toughest of times. They powered through with love, faith, and a lot of prayer. She talks to us about the mental side of an accident for a Linewife and how to find your happiness in the saddest of times.  Show guest: Trista Alley | FaceBook: Tris...

Cameron Alley is a husband, father, Lineman, and survivor. While working on a transmission structure during storm restoration in Puerto Rico Cameron fell more than 100 feet landing on the mountainside below. Through the grace of God, the amazing work of his crew to rescue him and deep love and endless support from his wife Cam is here with us today. This is his story.   Show guest: Cameron Alley |...

A self taught seamstress, Linewife, Mother and Owner of Lineman Blankets,   Darby  has proven to be able to handle anything life has for her. Rising above all the challenges of her Lineman's apprenticeship, traveling, and conquering the frigid north, she truly has seen it all. Always remaining positive that all will be alright. She teaches us to count our blessings and live in the very moment you...

Junior Hammon is a third generation Lineman with two decades in the trade. As if that’s not enough he is also an artist, life coach and now entrepreneur. He and his wife Erica along with an amazing team have started Highline Tattoo and Fab shop. A true artist through and through Junior now combines all of his passion for powerline, art and life coaching into his business and most recently his podc...

It's not every day you meet a line kid who grows up and becomes a huge part of the IBEW.  Alison, talks with us about what being a line kid meant to her, the bond she created with her family, how it shaped the woman she is today, and the impact it has on raising her son. Not only is she an instrumental part of the Local, she is one of the main ladies behind the auxiliary group at the Hall, Hearts...

Shanna Sage, host of the Linewife Edition has some words of comfort for all of you significant others that have to release your Linemen to answer the call.  ✌️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📱 TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwlucas Instagram:  h...

Today's Tailboard is a new series I'm starting under Powerline Podcast. In these episodes I'll be drawing on my 20 plus years in the industry and talking about subjects for personal growth such as leadership, communication and self development.  ✌️SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️ Shop Podcast Merch: https://www.electriclifeshop.com/ Online Resume Course for Lineworkers: https://www.electriclifemp.com/...

Marcia  is back to finish our talk about working through hardships in relationship, forgiveness, and life skills. She has proven that when two people in a relationship want to overcome something, they can make it happen. She has created a business around her Human Resources skills and has become a fabulous life coach. Listen in as we get real about life and moving forward. Show guest: Marcia Kozer...

Cody is a United States Army veteran with deployment experience in Afghanistan. He returned to the US and began a career in the fire service before taking a chance on line work and enrolling in Lineman collage. Since then he hasn't looked back and is now well into a line apprenticeship in Texas. Please enjoy episode 48 with Cody Skrabo!   Show guest: Cody Skrabo | Instagram: @igetcurls   Show Spon...

Rachela , a travel agent, Linewife, and world explorer extraordinaire, gives us all the tips and tricks of traveling. We talk about the best way to pack and how much to pack. Her Lineman and her are the perfect balance with their love for travel and photography. They take us through their top memories of the 35 countries they have visited and the memories they have made through the years. Show gue...

Benjoy is a former actor and now head coach for a program called The Strong Coach. In this show we talk about how you can use principles from the fitness and coaching industry and apply them to your life in the line trade. I promise that if you add these practices to your life it will forever change you in a positive way.   Show guest: Benjoy Walker | Instagram: @benjoywalker   Show Sponsors:  Tal...

Would you up and move your family to another state for a job opportunity? Jess did! Listen in as Jess and I talk, family, moving, line life, and fitness. Jess put a pause on her career to focus on her husbands and to raise her children. An amazing selfless woman full of passion, strength (literally), and love. Leaving us all with the advice of, " Nothing worth having comes without sacrifice." Show...

Ben is a Journeyman Lineman with an awesome story. In this episode Ben opens up about concurring addiction his journey to sobriety. We also talk a lot about union issues and how to we all need to get more involved. Enjoy!   Show guest: Ben Holmes | Instagram: @workingclasszero13   Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supply  | Instagram:  @linesta...

"Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion." Straight out of Steel Magnolias,  Hope  talks about life on the road with her Lineman, the dying art of sewing, and memories of her family.  Listen in as she passes down some sage advice from her Papaw, "Don't Shame Your Name", and so much more!   Show guest: Hope Contreras Show Host: Shanna Sage  | Instagram: @linewifetribe  Show Sponsor: 870 Suppl...

In this episode I talk to a financial advisor and portfolio manager named Tom Kelly. We not only dive into wealth management but also get into training, athletics and mindset. Enjoy!   Show guest: Tom Kelly | dixonkellywealthadvisory.com   Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Linestar Utility Supply  | Instagram:  @linestarutilitysupply   ✌️SUPPORT THE PODCAST HER...

A Leo wife, mom, and business woman, Marcia has inspired many ladies in her life. She talks about learning to grow together in marriage and choosing to love each other everyday. Opening up to us about infidelity, and working to overcome the betrayal. It is possible to come out on the other end with a happy full life. She teaches us that making a permanent decision with temporary emotions is not a...

Barry spent 20 years on the tools as a lineman before deciding to leave it all behind and pursue his dream of running his own business. Our conversation is raw and real. We talk about business, mental health, addiction, family and of course line work. Enjoy!   Show guest: Barry Peterson | Instagram:  @rockinbsburgercompany   Show Sponsors:  Tallman Equipment Co.  | Instagram:  @tallmanequipment Li...