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, Managing Editor Ellie Coggins.

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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
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EC&M On Air — Understanding Advanced Risk Factors for Electrical Safety
Episode 73 features an interview with Lanny Floyd, which was conducted at the PowerTest 25 conference, hosted by NETA in March 2025.
May 27, 2025
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EC&M On Air Highlights Safe Ladder Usage with Mark Lamendola
Episode 72 features an audio-only version of a popular online article from Mark Lamendola.
May 13, 2025
EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Khalid Hachil
Episode 71 features more tips for rising electrical leaders, this time from an electrical engineering perspective.
May 7, 2025
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EC&M On Air — Misconceptions About the Power Quality Industry
Philip Keebler, technical advisor to PBE Engineers, joins the podcast to discuss PQ issues with Ellen Parson in Episode 70.
April 29, 2025
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In this article read, Ellen Parson features a popular past article, an alert from NECA to its members regarding impending tariffs.
April 14, 2025
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In Episode 68, get to know Wes Newton, a 2024 EC&M Under 30 All Star, and learn insights for young leaders in the industry.
April 10, 2025
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Philip Keebler, technical advisor to PBE Engineers, covers common misconceptions regarding PQ issues in Episode 67. This is Part 1 of 2.
March 25, 2025
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Episode 66 is EC&M On Air's first Next-Gen Insights episode! Today's episode features Yamil Camacho, who shares insights on how to be a young leader in the electrical industry...
March 12, 2025
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ICYMI, Ellen reads Kevin Kolhonen's popular past article on KPIs that help you track workplace safety.
March 10, 2025
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In Episode 64, the EC&M editors discuss our readers' most popular articles, videos, podcasts, and social media posts from last year.
Feb. 24, 2025
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Ellen Parson presents an audio-only version of a popular EC&M article on bender basics in Episode 63.
Feb. 10, 2025
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In Episode 62, Ellen and Jim take a deep dive into hot and cold markets, electrical mega projects, and what to expect this year when it comes to the electrical industry.
Jan. 28, 2025
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EC&M On Air Highlights How to Avoid Spark Explosions & Use Static Grounding Devices
ICYMI, Ellen Parson reads a popular article from safety expert Rick Pedley on prevent spark explosions.
Jan. 23, 2025
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Episode 60 continues our discussion from Episode 58 on EVSE industry trends.
Dec. 23, 2024
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ICYMI, Episode 59 features an audio-only form of SME Randy Barnett's popular EC&M Asks video on reconditioned equipment requirements in the NEC.
Dec. 9, 2024
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Episode 58 covers EV-related topics, including 2023 NEC revisions, common charging issues, the role of greenhouse gas reduction policies, and more.
Nov. 25, 2024
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Episode 57 covers the direct connection between electrical maintenance and electrical safety with SME Tommy Northcott.
Nov. 11, 2024
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The Top 50 execs are back in Episode 56 to discuss the biggest challenges electrical contractors are facing along with the current state and future of AI adoption.
Oct. 28, 2024