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ISPC hosts ISPC Tailboard Talks, a education show with 31 episodes published.
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Anomalies Matter with Dr. George Gela
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Host Jim Vaughn interviews Dr. George Gela, PhD, Peng. Dr. Gela is an internationally recognized expert in electric utility systems with a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toronto and a distinguished
Changing of the Guard with Jerry Havens and Jim Vaughn
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Jerry Havens and Jim Vaughn kick off a new era for Tailboard Talks and discuss what’s next. They talk about upcoming guests and both the iP Conference and T&D Trainers Conference and Tradeshow. Jim also shares his experi
Cable Identification & Remote Cutting with Mark Savage
Aug 15, 202555mEp. 290
Mark Forster & Jerry Havens sit down with Mark Savage to discuss everything Underground. In this episode of ISPC Tailboard Talks, we dive into the life-saving importance of proper cable identification and remote cutting
Navigating the New Regulatory Landscape with Mike Starner
Jun 27, 202553mEp. 280
Mark Forster Jerry Havens sit down with NECA’s Mike Starner to discuss the high-level changes under the new regulatory landscape in Washington DC and what that means for the electric utility industry in the ISPC Tailboar
In episode 27, host Mark Forster sits down with Jim Vaughn to discuss EPZ for Trucks and Step Potential in the electric utility industry. In the Tailboard Talks segment Mark and Jim discuss what OSHA requires of the empl
In episode 26, host Mark Forster sits down with Jim Vaughn to discuss EPZ for Substations in the electric utility industry. In the Tailboard Talks segment Mark and Jim discuss what OSHA requires of the employer in EPZ fo
Tailboard Talks 25: EPZ for Transmission and Induction with Jim Vaughn
May 9, 202556mEp. 250
In episode 25, host Mark Forster sits down with Jim Vaughn to discuss EPZ for Transmission and Induction in the electric utility industry. In the Tailboard Talks segment Mark and Jim discuss what OSHA requires of the emp
In episode 24, host Mark Forster sits down with Jim Vaughn to discuss EPZ for Distribution and URD in electric utility industry. In the Tailboard Talks segment Mark and Jim discuss what OSHA requires of the employer in E
This is the first in our six-part series on Equipotential Zones and Field Safety. Host Mark Forster sits down with industry expert Jim Vaughn to discuss the law and principles of EPZ in the electric utility industry. Mar
Grounding and Bonding: What Does the Expert Say with Jim Vaughn
Mar 28, 20251h 5mEp. 220
In episode 22, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens sit down with Jim Vaughn to discuss Grounding and Bonding in electric utility industry. In the Tailboard Talks segment Mark, Jerry, and Jim discuss what OSHA requ
Education Meets Energy with Terry Clinefelter and Mike Eckart
Mar 14, 20251h 2mEp. 210
In episode 21, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens sit down with Terry Clinefelter, Department Head, Construction Technologies for Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City and Mike Eckart, Training Supervisor for O
Supporting our Veterans with Jeremy Gee, Joesph Fields, Ronnie Abernathy, and Ryan Cooper
Feb 26, 202540mEp. 200
In episode 20, host Mark Forster sits down at the 2025 Trainers Conference in San Antonio to discuss support for our veterans with four special guests. Jeremy Gee from Jackson EMC, Joesph Fields from Linetec Services, Ro
ISPC: The Next 20 Years with guests Annie Wittenberg and Kody Morris
Jan 31, 202547mEp. 190
In episode 19, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens sit down with Annie Wittenberg and Kody Morris to discuss the next 20 years of ISPC in partnership with NWPPA and Lubbock Power & Light respectively. They discuss
ISPC: The Past 20 Years with Ronald Schenk and Mack Turner
Jan 22, 202549mEp. 180
In episode 18, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens sit down with Ron and Mack to talk about the origins and the past 20 years of ISPC. They discuss how it all started, what some of the challenges where and are, wh
In episode 17, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens joins David McPeak with Utility Business Media in the ISPC Tailboard Talks segment to discuss the core components and principles of Human Performance. Mark and Je
The Challenges of Being a Contractor in the Utility Space with Alan Ames
Dec 9, 202433mEp. 160
In episode 16, host Mark Forster sits down with Alan Ames to discuss the workforce challenges that face Michels Power and the contracting world. Mark and Alan then continue the discussion around training, manpower, and o
In episode 15, host Mark Forster and special cohost Mack Turner, Executive Director of ISPC, sit down from the trade show floor at the NWPPA/APA Alaska Electric Utility Conference in Anchorage to discuss the challenges o
The Power of Mental Wellness with Mark Taylor, Pt. 2
Oct 10, 202453mEp. 140
In episode 14, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens continue their discussion on The Power of Mental Wellness, Part 2 with special guest Mark Taylor, CUSP, Senior Advisor of Corporate Services at Primary Engineerin
In episode 13, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens are back for The Power of Mental Wellness, Part 1 with special guest Mark Taylor, CUSP, Senior Advisor of Corporate Services at Primary Engineering and Constructi
In episode 12, host Mark Forster and co-host Jerry Havens are back for Training and Accountability, joined by special guest Kody Morris, Transmission and Distribution Manager for Lubbock Power and Light in Lubbock Texas.
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To pitch ISPC Tailboard Talks, visit https://tailboardtalks.podbean.com for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent education coverage.
Who is the host of ISPC Tailboard Talks?
ISPC Tailboard Talks is hosted by ISPC. The show is categorised under education (business) and has published 31 episodes.
How many episodes does ISPC Tailboard Talks have?
ISPC Tailboard Talks has published 31 episodes.
What topics does ISPC Tailboard Talks cover?
ISPC Tailboard Talks regularly covers education, business, non-profit. It sits in the education category, with a business focus.
Is it hard to get booked on ISPC Tailboard Talks?
ISPC Tailboard Talks is accessible for guests with genuine education expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.
Is ISPC Tailboard Talks currently accepting guest pitches?
ISPC Tailboard Talks hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.
How long are ISPC Tailboard Talks episodes?
Episodes of ISPC Tailboard Talks average 54 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.
What guest credentials does ISPC Tailboard Talks typically look for?
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