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The Line

Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Showcasing men and women by sharing their stories and experiences. Our guests range from CEOs of 100 million-dollar businesses to a 21-year-old fabricator/welder. By sharing their experiences we aim to inspire the next generation of boys and girls hoping to break the generational miseducation surrounding the trades as an option. The Line is produced by Blackline whose mission is to continue to lift the view of the skilled

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01:10:22

The Heart Ft Rob Stoppard Ep.145

The Line ·

2026/07/27

In this conversation, Rob Stoppard of Heart Centered Entrepreneurship gets to the heart of what it means to lead well. We talk about the importance of not giving your family the leftovers after you’ve poured everything into your work, but instead leading in a way that allows you to be fully present for the people who matter most.Rob shares thoughtful insights on learning to respond instead of react, taking a moment to pause before speaking, recognizing where you are emotionally, and leading with

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00:53:55

The Experience Ft Caleb Fetter Ep.144

The Line ·

2026/07/20

Trust is built through the experience.In this episode of The Line, Joshua sits down with Caleb Fetter, President and Managing Partner of RMS, for a conversation about trust, culture, leadership, and what it means to truly invest in your people.Caleb shares how trust shapes every part of the business, from relationships with clients to relationships with employees and partners across the industry. It starts with understanding people: who they are, what they want from their careers, and how you can

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00:55:34

The Fingerprints of Leadership Ft DJ Risk Ep.143

The Line ·

2026/07/13

This week on The Line, DJ Risk steps up to the line.In this conversation, DJ shares what leadership really looks like—not from behind a logo, a LinkedIn post, or a YouTube video, but when the boots hit the dirt and the work has to get done. He talks about the responsibility of leaving your fingerprints on every project, every relationship, and the culture you’re building.At the heart of that perspective is a legacy. DJ reflects on the influence of his grandfather and father, who invested in him and

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00:53:45

Build Your Career Ft Nathan Maughan Ep.142

The Line ·

2026/07/06

Every career has a starting point.For Nathan Maughan, it began washing dishes, working at a gas station, and helping on a farm. It wasn’t a glamorous beginning, but it became the foundation for something much greater.In this episode of The Line, Nathan shares the journey that took him from apprentice to owner, leading multimillion-dollar construction and engineering projects while building and investing in people along the way. He reflects honestly on who he was when he started, the lessons he

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01:17:20

Flow Ft Ilya Tlumach Ep.141

The Line ·

2026/06/29

Leadership isn’t built in a boardroom. It’s built through people, experience, and the stories that shape us.In this episode of The Line Podcast, I sit down with Ilya Tlumach, President of JM Lapp, for a conversation about leadership, legacy, and what it means to steward an organization you didn’t found.We discuss Ilya’s family’s journey from Ukraine, the values that have been passed from generation to generation, and how those principles continue to shape the culture and leadership of JM Lapp

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00:52:05

The Gift Ft Arlan King Ep.140

The Line ·

2026/06/22

In this episode of The Line, Joshua sits down with Arlan King of Bevanda Products to explore how something as simple as a coffee mug, cooler, or water bottle can tell a much bigger story.The conversation goes beyond branded merchandise and into the heart of what it means to build a company culture that values its people. Arlan shares how Bevanda has become a trusted partner to contractors and businesses across the skilled trades by creating products that crews are proud to carry and companies are

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00:29:21

Know Your Craft Ep.139

The Line ·

2026/06/15

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00:38:10

The Road Ft John Faress Ep.138

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2026/06/08

This past weekend marked the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, a time to remember the men and women who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today.What many people may not know is that the story of C.W. Matthews begins in the shadow of that generation. After returning home from World War II, C.W. Matthews founded the company in 1946. As Georgia grew, so did C.W. Matthews, investing in roads, infrastructure, communities, and the people who made it all possible.Nearly eighty years later, that legacy continues.In

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01:00:27

The Heat Ft Mark Andrew Ep.137

The Line ·

2026/06/01

In this episode of The Line, we sit down with Marc Andrew, a firefighter from Detroit, for a real and honest conversation about leadership under pressure, purpose through hardship, and what it means to carry responsibility when the heat is on.Marc shares stories from the fireground, moments of intensity, sacrifice, and humanity that have shaped the way he leads both on and off the job. We talk about the importance of people understanding their value and worth, the need for young men and women to

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00:56:49

The Finish Line Ft Eric Cowdin Ep.136

The Line ·

2026/05/25

The finish line has been crossed.One team is celebrating, and the rest are already preparing for next year.Those were the words Erik Cowden shared with us as we sat down together at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to talk about the realities of racing, the highs and lows of competition, the pressure of performance, and what it takes to continue moving forward whether you win or lose.In this fourth and final episode of The Brickyard Series, we celebrate not only the greatest spectacle in racing, the

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01:17:34

The Race Ft Tyrone Garrison Ep.135

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2026/05/18

In episode three of the Brickyard Series, Blackline goes behind the scenes at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Tyrone Garrison ahead of the 110th Indy 500.In this conversation, we walk the track, drive the facility, and uncover what it really takes to operate and maintain one of the most iconic race venues in the world. From the history of the bricks to the responsibility of preparing for race day, Tyrone shares the care, planning, and hard work that happen long before the green flag ever

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00:53:25

The Track Ft Bill Pine Ep.134

The Line ·

2026/05/11

Episode 2 of The Brickyard Series: “The Track — What Lies Beneath the Surface”At Blackline, we believe the stories worth telling are often found beneath the surface.In this episode of The Line, Joshua Mellott sits down with Bill Pine of The Heritage Group at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway — or, as Bill calls it, “the track.”What starts as a conversation about asphalt quickly becomes something much deeper.Recorded near Victory Circle, this episode explores the engineering, science, craftsmanship,

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01:11:23

From Bedrock To The Brick Yard Ft Keaton Turner Ep. 133

The Line ·

2026/05/04

In this conversation kicking off our Brickyard Series, we sit down with Keaton Turner for a real one.We start a little differently. The first 20–30 minutes are an homage to his podcast, The Per Diem Podcast—a walk-and-talk around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway where Keaton does what he’s known for… a straight-up rant. No video. Just real conversation.We talk about leadership, what it takes to surround yourself with the right people, and the importance of knowing who you are.Then we transition into

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01:14:52

The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday | Part 2 Ft Herb...

The Line ·

2026/04/27

The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday | Part 2 with Herb SargentIn part two of our conversation with Herb Sargent, we go beyond business and get into perspective.We start with something simple—an incredible conference table, a gift from the Sargent family back to the company. But what it represents isn’t simple at all. It’s legacy. It’s ownership. It’s a reminder of who you’re building for.From there, Herb shares what he, his grandfather, and the Sargent family have seen over the past 100 years—the

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01:18:19

The Hard Work Starts Today Ft Chandler Plante Ep. 131

The Line ·

2026/04/20

The Hard Work Starts Today | Sargent 100-Year Story (Part 1 of 2)Most companies won’t make it 100 years.Even fewer do it on purpose.This episode of The Line by Blackline LTD tells the story of Sargent, a 100% employee-owned company, and what it actually looks like to build something that lasts.In this conversation, Herb Sargent (chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0) shares how their team invests in people, develops the next generation, and thinks long-term, not just about the next project, but the next

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00:58:41

A Blue Collar Conversation The Sequel Ft. Blue Collar...

The Line ·

2026/04/13

I went to Massachusetts to sit down with Blue Collar Bobby.This is a real conversation about the sprinkler fitter trade, fire protection, and what it actually means to do the work.Bobby is also the host of The Dope and Tape Show, where they’re talking with anyone in the fire protection industry, real conversations with the people actually doing it.We get into what it takes to earn your place.Not talking your way in, but proving you’re worth investing in. Showing up in a way the older generation

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00:37:46

Measuring up Ft Macros Soto Ep. 129

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2026/04/06

If you’re not measuring your work, you don’t actually know what you’re doing.This Monday, I sit down with Marcos from Ruby-Collins as he leads a pipe crew and breaks down what that really means in the field.We talk about what it takes to understand your work, have the right tools in your hands, and see what others miss. Marcos shares how their team builds culture, trains the next guy up, and mentors for the future, not just for the job, but for life.This isn’t just about pipework. It’s about

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00:55:43

Collaboration Through Generations Ft Jason Hyde Ep.128

The Line ·

2026/03/30

This week, Blackline spent time in Georgia with Ruby-Collins, a general contractor that does things a little differently.From civil work to plant work, underground, boring, and more—this is a team that’s been building for nearly 60 years out of Smyrna, Georgia.In this episode of The Line, we sit down with Jason Hyde, one of their VPs, inside their newly built office to talk about what they do, how they operate, and how they’ve been able to bridge the gap between generations.Not just talk about

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00:34:04

Moms in Manufacturing Ft. Liddy Fair Ep. 127

The Line ·

2026/03/23

Building What Can’t Fail. Moms are an interesting thing for me. My mother is one of the most influential people in my life, and I don’t think that’s uncommon. But I do think we underestimate what’s really out there — the opportunities, and the women willing to do what it takes to make a difference not just in their kids’ lives, but in our country and our future. I sat down with Liddy Fair of Micro Facture inside their manufacturing facility, where they produce precision components for companies like

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00:29:56

The Next American Gold Mine Ft. George Bee Ep. 125

The Line ·

2026/03/16

In this episode of The Line, Joshua D. Mellott sits down with George Bee of U.S. Gold Corp to talk about what it actually takes to develop the next American gold mine. George shares insights into the exploration and development process, what his team is working on in the United States, and why domestic mining still matters for our economy and our country’s future. Along the way, the conversation moves beyond mining into leadership, building organizations, and lessons learned from years in the

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