What does it take to lead in today’s environment?

In this mobile episode of Powerline Podcast, Ryan Lucas hits the road with foreman Shawn Scribner for a ride-along through the SunZia project, the largest renewable energy infrastructure project in North America.

From the driver’s seat, Shawn opens up about what it really takes to build trust, lead crews, and grow in the field. The conversation covers:

Setting goals with purpose
Leading from experience—not ego
Making safety personal
Supporting the next generation of linemen
Mental health in the trades
Why communication still matters most

If you’re serious about raising the standard in your work, your crew, or your mindset, this one’s worth the ride.

Recorded live at the 2025 Infrastructure Safety Symposium (ISS), this special panel episode dives into one of the most critical, and overlooked, roles in safety: the foreman.Hosted by Powerline Podcast’s Ryan Lucas, this conversation features seasoned foremen from across the industry who bring raw, unfiltered perspectives from the field. Together, they unpack the real gaps between policy and practice, how safety culture is felt on the job, and why leadership at the crew level is make-or-break for performance and protection.What makes a safety pro respected on site? This isn’t theory. It’s real talk from the front lines.Whether you're a foreman, safety leader, or someone who makes decisions that impact the craft. This episode is a must-listen.

Foreman Bryce Hubbard breaks down how to lead with purpose, build unshakable team culture, and turn tailboards into powerful leadership moments. With hard-won lessons from the field and one unforgettable story about saving a child’s life this episode is a playbook for anyone serious about raising the standard.