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PowerGridTalks: From the Bucket Trucks to the Boardrooms

Thomas Williamson
Electric Utility Industry
Safety Culture
Safety
Electric Utility
IBEW
Electrical Culture Of Safety
Union Lineman
Utilities
Safety Training
Tiktok
Electrical Safety
Journeyman Lineman
Job Briefings
Line Brothers Keeper
Safety Awareness
Lineman Industry
Poweroutage.com
CDL (commercial Driver's License)
NALTC Climate School
Youth Apprenticeship Program

PowerGridTalks: From the Bucket Trucks to the Boardrooms is a podcast hosted by Thomas Williamson, that bridges the gap between the field and the executive suite in the electric utility industry. Each episode dives into real conversations with linemen, utility leaders, and industry decision-makers to uncover the challenges, innovations, and stories shaping our power grid. From storm response and s... more

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What the Utility Industry Is Talking About in 2026 | Voices from the OSR Conference What are the biggest challenges, opportunities, and conversations shaping the electric utility industry today?

In this special episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thoma... more

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When the Call Comes: How the National Sisterhood Supports Injured & Fallen Linemen

What happens when a lineworker is seriously injured or doesn't make it home? In this powerful episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thomas Williamson sits down with Tammy ... more

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Leadership, Reliability & the Future of the Power Grid with Mark Gabriel | PowerGridTalks

What does it take to lead an electric utility in an era of aging infrastructure, rising energy demand, extreme weather, and rapid grid modernization?

In thi... more

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Title: How to Build a Winning Line Crew Culture | Leadership Lessons from Utility Veterans

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What separates a good line crew from a great one? In this episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thomas Williamson sits down with veteran lin... more

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Mark Gabriel
President and CEO of United Power, Inc.
United Power
Episode: Ep 24 - Leadership, Reliability & the Future of the Power Grid with Mark Gabriel
Harry Packwood
CDL training and testing specialist
Idaho CDL Training / Impact CDL
Episode: Ep 22 - First Step to Becoming a Lineman: CDL Process Explained
Austin Carr
America's Favorite Lineman, social media content creator and skilled lineman
Self/America's Favorite Lineman
Episode: Ep 21 - Millions Watch His Videos; Here's What Austin Carr Wants Every Lineman to Know
Matt Hope
Co-owner and CEO of poweroutage.com
Episode: Ep 20 - Inside PowerOutage.us: The Data Behind Major Storm Restorations
Johnny Priest
Leader in the utility industry with hands-on experience from line work to management
Various utilities and engineering services companies through career transitions
Episode: Ep 19 - Leading From The Line: Johnny Priest on Leadership in the Utility Industry
Jimmy Kent
Founder of ATK Energy Group and Victory Power Line Services
ATK Energy Group / Victory Power Line Services
Episode: Ep 18 - From Lineman to Owner: How Jimmy Kent Built ATK Energy Group & Victory Power Line Services
Brian Kannada
Journeyman lineman with extensive storm experience
Independent lineman; experienced storm responder
Episode: Ep 17 - 17 Days in the Dark: A Lineman's Perspective on the 2026 Ice Storm
Kevin Robinson
Founder of Linemen Bullshit
Lineman Bullshit
Episode: Ep 16 - No Filter Linework: Kevin Robinson on Linemen BS, Culture & the Trade
Chad Dubea
Founder of Fallen Linemen Organization; industry veteran active in film project Life on the Line
Fallen Linemen Organization; involved with Life on the Line film
Episode: Ep 15 - Life on the Line: Hollywood, Heart, and the Heritage of Linework

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Thomas Williamson
Host of PowerGridTalks, bridging field insights with executive perspectives in the electric utility sector (journeyman lineman background).

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Ep 15 - Life on the Line: Hollywood, Heart, and the Heritage of Linework
Q: What piece of advice would you have for new companies starting in this industry?
Take care of your people first and foremost; create a great workplace, offer competitive pay, and build a culture where leaders are hands-on with crews. People matter more than the bottom line, and that mindset drives long-term success.
Ep 15 - Life on the Line: Hollywood, Heart, and the Heritage of Linework
Q: What was the next step after selling that company?
Selling opened up capital that allowed us to acquire and fold another company into our existing operation, enabling accelerated growth while maintaining a clear, mission-driven approach to scaling with capital partners.
Ep 16 - No Filter Linework: Kevin Robinson on Linemen BS, Culture & the Trade
Q: What can executives do today to improve safety culture on crews?
Listen to frontline crews, involve them in safety decisions, and reframe safety as people-centric rather than number-driven; create safe spaces for honest reporting of near misses and learn from them without punishment.
Ep 16 - No Filter Linework: Kevin Robinson on Linemen BS, Culture & the Trade
Q: How has the industry's shift toward college-educated leadership affected field practices?
The shift has created a disconnect between upper management and frontline workers; leadership needs to be about practical empathy, presence in the field, and teaching, not just a title, so that decisions are informed by real experiences.
Ep 16 - No Filter Linework: Kevin Robinson on Linemen BS, Culture & the Trade
Q: What sparked the Linemen Bullshit movement and its focus on safety culture?
The movement grew from a lifetime of seeing safety programs become more about paperwork and liability than real protection, plus a personal quest to understand why things are done a certain way and to push for honest conversations that lead to true improvements.

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This show centers on the electric utility industry, pairing frontline linemen with executives and decision-makers to discuss the big realities shaping the power grid. Across episodes, topics recur around safety culture, training, and crew welfare, alongside leadership perspectives on energy transition, storm response, and policy implications. Notable throughlines include hands-on safety practices, the evolving role of unions and apprenticeships, community support within the trade, and the blend of technical prowess with safety-first storytelling. The format often highlights personal journeys in the trade, practical insights for frontline workers, and strategic thoughts from utility leaders, making it a practical listen for industry professi... more

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