EC&M On Air

In every episode, EC&M brings electrical insights, market data, technical information, and helpful hints to our audience of electrical engineers, electrical contractors, and plant facility personnel. This podcast series is produced by EC&M magazine, the technical authority (established in 1901) for electrical professionals who design, construct, and maintain electrical systems for all types of businesses across a variety of vertical markets and industries. Part of Endeavor Business Media‘s portfolio of publications, EC&M On Air is brought to you by Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Managing Editor Ellie Coggins.

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In this Podcast, David Speidelsbach, Sales and Strategic Initiatives at Wesco, shares expert insights on how to successfully pursue and execute complex data center projects.
Feb. 20, 2026
EC&M On Air Next-Gen highlights with Austin Hays
30 Under 30 All Star Austin Hays sits down with Ellen to share insights into his career in the electrical industry.
Feb. 12, 2026
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ICYMI, Ellen highlights this recent EV article about charging anxiety by expert Theo Brillhart.
Feb. 9, 2026
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Ellen Parson and Jim Lucy break down the construction forecast for 2026.
Jan. 27, 2026
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EC&M On Air Highlights Key NFPA 70E Terms All Electrical Professionals Should Know
ICYMI, Episode 94 features an audio-only version of a popular past article written by Mark Lamendola and read by Ellen Parson.
Jan. 12, 2026
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Episode 93 features insights from Sophia Pike, electrical engineer III with Syska Hennessey Group, on how she found early success in her career.
Jan. 8, 2026
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In Episode 92 (and the final one of 2025), the entire editorial staff of EC&M are highlighting the most popular/memorable content pieces and topic areas from this past year.
Dec. 22, 2025
EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Luis Llamas
Episode 91 features a special interview with Luis Llamas, a 2025 EC&M 30 Under 30 honoree, master electrician, and owner of Salvador Electric.
Dec. 10, 2025
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Episode 89 features the second part of a power quality-related series with Philip Keebler of PBE Engineers.
Nov. 24, 2025
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ICYMI, Episode 88 features an audio-only version of a popular past article by Tom Zind on the current and future state of abandoned construction jobs.
Nov. 13, 2025
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Episode 87 features conversations with some Top 50 executives, including Jeff Thiede of Everus Construction Group and Greg Padalecki of Alterman.
Oct. 31, 2025
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ICYMI, Episode 86 features an audio-only version of a popular past article from SME Mark Lamendola.
Oct. 14, 2025
EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Ryan Helsdingen
Ryan Helsdingen of Syska Hennessy Group shares insights and advice for young leaders in the electrical industry as one of EC&M's 2024 30 Under 30 All-Stars!
Oct. 9, 2025
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In this episode of the EC&M On Air podcast, Ellen Parson is joined by Bill Fowler, Business Development Director-eMobility Infrastructure Solutions, Mike Pitello, Business Development...
Oct. 6, 2025
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Ellen Parson discusses industry trends and how to tackle current challenges head on with Top 40 executives Darin Anderson of Salas O'Brien and Matt Goss of CDM Smith.
Sept. 26, 2025
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EC&M On Air Highlights How to Handle Safety Violations on Client Sites
Episode 82 features an audio-only version of a popular safety-related article by Mark Lamendola from May 2025.
Sept. 16, 2025
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Listen to the latest episode to learn more about this year's Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners!
Aug. 26, 2025
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Conner Willert of ArchKey Solutions shares advice for other young leaders in the electrical industry.
Aug. 18, 2025
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Episode 79 offers insights on what is keeping women from joining or remaining in this industry, based on findings from an NCCER survey.
Aug. 11, 2025
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Philip Keebler, technical advisor to PBE Engineers, joins the podcast to discuss the relationship of power quality and electrical safety with Ellen Parson in Episode 78.
July 28, 2025
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Episode 77 features an audio-only version of a popular online article by SME Mark Lamendola.
July 21, 2025
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Episode 76 highlights how Rosendin is using robots to increase the safety and efficiency of building solar energy fields.
June 26, 2025
EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Hazen Ring
Ellen Parson sits down with Hazen Ring, a 2024 Under 30 All Star, to discuss industry insights and tips for up-and-coming people in the electrical field.
June 25, 2025
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EC&M On Air Highlights the Most Unusual Power Outages of 2024
Episode 74 features an audio-only version of a popular past photo gallery on the wildest causes of electrical outages in the United States and Canada last year.
June 10, 2025