The narrated version of the final article of the 2024 T&D World Lineworker Supplement, "Problem Solvers," showcases former and current lineworkers and their inventions for the line trade. Part 1 highlights Robert Seekell, who holds seven U.S. patents for his products; James Coleman, owner of Pinnacle Power Services, who partners with his lineworkers on inventions through his design firm, Meta Design Manufacturing; and a journeyman lineworker and inventor of the Hook Holster.

In the near future, look for Part 2, which will feature Bruce Thompson, a retired SCE foreman and owner of Effective Safety Products, who created the StepUp to improve work positioning on poles; and Tim Barat, a lineworker turned inventor and CEO who is helping utilities to monitor their systems for faults and wildfires through his company, Gridware. You can also listen to interview-style episodes featuring Bruce and Tim at linelife.podbean.com or read the full article on the T&D World website.

For the Line Life Podcast, we are continuing our International Lineman's Rodeo Week series with a focus on Trade Night and the International Lineman's Rodeo. The night before the big competition, lineworkers and their families swap shirts and stories during the annual Trade Night and BBQ. The next morning, they head to Bonner Springs, Kansas, to compete in the pole climb, hurtman rescue and two mystery events. By listening to the episode, you can hear the voices of lineworkers at Trade Night and the competitors and supporters on the Rodeo grounds.

For more Rodeo coverage, stay tuned to the T&D World website and check out the December print issue of T&D World magazine, which features articles about the 2024 International Lineman's Rodeo Week. Thanks for listening!

For our latest audio story in our ICYMI series, we are featuring a narrated version of the third article in the 2024 T&D World Lineworker Supplement, "Lineworkers to Leaders." This article explores how lineworkers can make the move from the field to the corporate world by owning their own companies or rising into executive management.

The story highlights Aaron Palmer of AMP Utility Company, LLC; Tim Greenwood of Powerline Construction Services, LLC and Patrick Smith of Ameren Illinois. It also offers Chad Dubea's eight tips for launching a successful business in the line trade and Smith's advice for aspiring executives.

To read the full article on the T&D World website, click here.