Powerline Podcast

By: Ryan Lucas
  • Summary

  • This podcast is for anyone in the power line industry. Those of you that love to build and maintain power lines at work and after work. This is a collection of stories from line workers around the world. This is a community for us to share where we’ve been, who we’ve worked with, projects we’ve been apart of and hopefully pass on some of those key lessons that we could all learn from. This podcast will be a mix of line workers and their stories as well as other professionals sharing about how to keep a healthy mind, body and spirit.
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  • 159 | From the Ground Up | Felipe Carrillo on Linework, Entrepreneurship, and Overcoming Adversity
    Oct 31 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Felipe Carrillo, a dedicated groundman and successful entrepreneur, to explore his inspiring journey from his early days in the line trade to building his own business.

    Felipe shares how his upbringing and background shaped his work ethic and passion for the industry, detailing his start in linework and the lessons learned through starting his journey in the trade with AT&T and Northwest Lineman College (NLC). He provides a candid look into the challenges he faced, the importance of self-awareness in personal growth, and the critical role of mentorship in the trade.

    As the founder of Wye Delta, he shares insights into what it takes to succeed in business, his thoughts on entrepreneurship while working a full-time job, and how he navigates adversity with a mindset of learning and growth. This episode also dives into the importance of safety, mental health, and maintaining balance between family and career.

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    https://www.powerlinepodcast.com/

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    HOST: RYAN LUCAS

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    Email: powerlinepodcast@quantaservices.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 158 | Life on the Line | Flint Robinson on Linework, Leadership, and Lessons Learned
    Oct 16 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Flint Robinson, a lineman and veteran, to explore his journey from his childhood roots to becoming a lineman. Flint shares stories from his early years, growing up in a family with a military background and a grandparents' saddle shop, and how these experiences shaped his work ethic and passion for linework.

    We delve into his apprenticeship days, the challenges and surprises he faced, and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way. Flint provides an inside look into the complexities of working a blue collar life, highlighting the myths and realities of the job, crew dynamics, and the importance of mentorship. He also offers practical advice on balancing the demands of a career in linework with family life, managing mental health, and maintaining safety on the job.

    SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE 

    Hit up our website here:

    https://www.powerlinepodcast.com/

    FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA

    TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@powerlinepodcast

    Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/powerlinepodcast/

    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093231781499

    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/powerline-podcast

    Twitter:  https://twitter.com/powerlinepodcst

    HOST: RYAN LUCAS

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanwlucas/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwlucas

    INQUIRIES OR GUEST SUGGESTION

    Email: powerlinepodcast@quantaservices.com

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    2 hrs and 10 mins
  • 157 | Family Legacy, Innovation, Power Infrastructure and the Future of Utility Helicopters | Kyle Gunsauls
    Oct 3 2024

    In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Kyle Gunsauls, a third-generation leader in the aviation industry, as he shares insights into his family's legacy with PJ Helicopters and his role in shaping its future.

    From his childhood, deeply rooted in aviation, Kyle's story is one of passion, innovation, and leadership. We discuss the evolution of PJ Helicopters from a fixed-wing crop duster operation to a pioneering force in utility helicopter services, including their groundbreaking work in Human External Cargo (HEC) operations.

    Kyle offers a behind-the-scenes look at the technical advancements, fleet management decisions, and the importance of safety in aviation. As he transitions into a leadership role at Quanta Services, Kyle shares his vision for the future of the industry and the lessons learned from his family's dedication to excellence.

    Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the intersection of family heritage, cutting-edge technology, and the relentless pursuit of innovation in the world of utility helicopters.

    SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE 

    Hit up our website here:

    https://www.powerlinepodcast.com/

    FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA

    TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@powerlinepodcast

    Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/powerlinepodcast/

    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093231781499

    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/powerline-podcast

    Twitter:  https://twitter.com/powerlinepodcst

    HOST: RYAN LUCAS

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanwlucas/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwlucas

    INQUIRIES OR GUEST SUGGESTION

    Email: powerlinepodcast@quantaservices.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins

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LOVE this podcast. I have been looking into th trade for over a year and just found this podcast awhile back. I have learned SO much from all these episodes. I 10/10 recommend this podcast

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