You may know him from his lunch videos on Tik Tok or his interviews from events like the Utility Expo but there's more to bucketman77. Scott sits down with Murray Yance of JJ&J Electric and talks all things linework from the way the industry is going to mad mamas nothing is off the table.
Get to know Murray and maybe even discover that there's more to linework than just getting a job at the local utility. If you like what you hear be sure to subscribe and leave a review. As always, stay safe out there!
Scott sits down with Duston from Extex Manufacturing to discuss the innovative nature of Linemen and how to get those ideas to market.
We're seeing more and more tools on the market for linemen by linemen, how did those ideas become a reality? Duston answers that question for us as he shares his insider knowledge into the manufacturing of these tools.
Do you have an idea or a product you need help manufacturing and selling? Reach out to Estex Mfg on socials or at https://www.estexmfg.com/
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On todays episode Scott interviews Country, a union helicopter journeyman linemen.
We talk what it looks like to fly from the helicopter as a journeyman lineman. He goes into the benefits of being in the union and what a union paycheck looks like. As well as different roles you can have in the union.
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On today’s episode of Polecast Media, we are tackling the hot topic: The controversy of climbing school and why we’re for it. ⚡
In this podcast, we dive into:
The debate around climbing schools and safety concerns
Why training and education matter for the electrical linework industry
Real stories and experiences from the field
The importance of climbing skills for linemen
How climbing schools shape the future of line work
Whether you’re a student, apprentice, lineman, or someone curious about the industry, this episode brings a fresh perspective on the ongoing controversy.
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Scott got the opportunity to chat with Mckendree from JL Matthews Company about the company's history, future, and exciting partnerships. Hear about the innovative men in the industry developing their own designs and partnering with JL Matthews to get those products distributed.
Get to know your host Scott Politakis, where he started and how he got into the industry. Why does Scott climb in cowboy boots? Where should you start if you're interested in becoming a lineman? Get the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Polecast.
Hear about what it was like for Jim and myself as apprentices, how we got into linework, some of our oh shit moments and maybe even a Jambalaya recipe at the end. Genuine moments of life on the line.
This is just the beginning. In our trailer episode, your host—Scott Politakis—sets the stage for what Polecast is all about: real stories from the line, raw humor from the trade, and a place where linemen from all walks of life can share what it’s really like to live and work on the road. From storm calls to road-dog brotherhood, nothing’s off limits. Tune in to get a feel for the laughs, the grit, and the stories to come.