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The Line

Blackline
Leadership
Skilled Trades
Mining
Apprenticeship
CW Matthews
Blackline
Ruby-Collins
Mentorship
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Ironstrong Metal Fabrication
Better In Our Backyard
Faith
Entrepreneurship
Artificial Intelligence
Lancaster County
Trades
Turner Staffing
Sylvan Brandt
Social Media
Fire Protection Industry

Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Showcasing men and women by sharing their stories and experiences. Our guests range from CEOs of 100 million-dollar businesses to a 21-year-old fabricator/welder. By sharing their experiences we aim to inspire the next generation of boys and girls hoping to break the generational miseducation surrounding the trades as a... more

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This past weekend marked the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, a time to remember the men and women who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today.What many people may not know is that the story of C.W. Matthews begins in the shadow of that generation. After re... more

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In this episode of The Line, we sit down with Marc Andrew, a firefighter from Detroit, for a real and honest conversation about leadership under pressure, purpose through hardship, and what it means to carry responsibility when the heat is on.

Marc ... more

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The finish line has been crossed.

One team is celebrating, and the rest are already preparing for next year.

Those were the words Erik Cowden shared with us as we sat down together at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to talk about the realities of r... more

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In episode three of the Brickyard Series, Blackline goes behind the scenes at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Tyrone Garrison ahead of the 110th Indy 500.In this conversation, we walk the track, drive the facility, and uncover what it really tak... more

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Episode 2 of The Brickyard Series: “The Track — What Lies Beneath the Surface”

At Blackline, we believe the stories worth telling are often found beneath the surface.

In this episode of The Line, Joshua Mellott sits down with Bill Pine of The Herit... more

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In this conversation kicking off our Brickyard Series, we sit down with Keaton Turner for a real one.We start a little differently. The first 20–30 minutes are an homage to his podcast, The Per Diem Podcast—a walk-and-talk around the Indianapolis Mot... more

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The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday | Part 2 with Herb SargentIn part two of our conversation with Herb Sargent, we go beyond business and get into perspective.We start with something simple—an incredible conference table, a gift from the Sargent family ... more

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Recent Guests

John Faress
VP of Equipment Division, CW Matthews
CW Matthews
Episode: The Road Ft John Faress Ep.138
Mark Andrew
Firefighter and author, leading through the heat
Dearborn Fire Department (historical) / Author of Leading Through the Heat
Episode: The Heat Ft Mark Andrew Ep.137
Eric Cowdin
Director of Engineering at McLaren's IndyCar team
McLaren
Episode: The Finish Line Ft Eric Cowdin Ep.136
Tyrone Garrison
Part of managing all trades and trade partners at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Episode: The Race Ft Tyrone Garrison Ep.135
Bill Pine
A long-time engineer with Heritage Research Group, focused on asphalt materials and pavement preservation
Heritage Research Group
Episode: The Track Ft Bill Pine Ep.134
Chandler Plant
Thoroughbred who went through the Sargent Academy and became a machine/operator within Sargent Construction
Sargent Construction
Episode: The Hard Work Starts Today Ft Chandler Plante Ep. 131
Herb Sargent
Founder/CEO referenced as the company's founder with a century-long legacy
Sargent Construction
Episode: The Hard Work Starts Today Ft Chandler Plante Ep. 131
Blue Collar Bobby
Host of The Dope and Tape Show; expert in the fire protection / sprinkler fitting trades
The Dope and Tape Show
Episode: A Blue Collar Conversation The Sequel Ft. Blue Collar Bobby Ep. 130
Marcos Soto
Guest from Ruby-Collins pipeline division, sharing frontline experiences in pipeline construction
Ruby-Collins
Episode: Measuring up Ft Macros Soto Ep. 129

Hosts

Joshua Mellott
Host of The Line, Blackline (podcast producer)
Josh
Host of The Line

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The Line Episode 89: Don't Recruit Talent, Grow Talent Ft. Ashley Davis
Q: How did you approach workforce development differently in your business?
The guest explained a shift from recruiting talent to growing it internally, implementing an 18-month development cycle, pairing veterans with newcomers, and creating a transparent career path with specific milestones to move up.
The Line Episode 89: Don't Recruit Talent, Grow Talent Ft. Ashley Davis
Q: What is a tool or a piece of gear you can't live without?
Ashley cited a Remarkable electronic notebook that keeps all notes, meetings, and ideas organized, with the ability to tag, email, and access information quickly, which she relies on to stay on top of her workload.
The Heat Ft Mark Andrew Ep.137
Q: Do you think college provides the kind of life experience tradespeople benefit from, or is hands-on work more valuable?
Life experience and hands-on work matter; practical, real-world challenges build decision-making and resilience in a way that classroom learning alone cannot.
The Heat Ft Mark Andrew Ep.137
Q: So Mark, talk to me about leadership and what it means to you.
Leadership to me means genuine care for the team, ensuring their happiness and well-being as well as the work, and using empathy to guide accountability and support.
Building America Ft. Chuck Goodrich Ep. 100
Q: What is education to Chuck?
Chuck frames education as a multi-path, lifelong journey centered on people, purpose, and continuous learning through structured programs like apprenticeships, high school initiatives, and the one-page business plan guiding the company.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Line

What is The Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the skilled trades, leadership, and workforce development through in-depth conversations with practitioners, business leaders, and industry advocates. Episodes frequently explore culture, mentorship, and human-centric leadership inside construction, manufacturing, mining, and related trades. Guests range from small- to medium-sized firm leaders to industry veterans, often highlighting apprenticeship pathways, succession planning, employee ownership, and the evolving image of trades careers. The format tends to blend practical operational takeaways with personal stories about career growth, resilience, and the societal value of domestic manufacturing and resource development. A notable strength is its demonstrated abilit... more

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1. John Faress
2. Mark Andrew
3. Eric Cowdin
4. Tyrone Garrison
5. Bill Pine
6. Chandler Plant
7. Herb Sargent
8. Blue Collar Bobby

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