Central Connection Podcast
Welcome to the CCP! Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of electricity, broadband, cooperatives and more. From the life of a lineman to helping you use less of what we sell, we'll cover all kinds of topics relating to our industry and the benefits of cooperative membership.
Episodes
24 episodes
Ep. 24: The Electric Vote: Politics & Rural Power
Whether it's exploring the vital role politics plays in shaping the energy landscape for rural communities or learning the proper parameters of a filibuster, we've got plenty to talk about! Join our guests Sean Strickler and Todd Stacy as they ...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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58:52
Ep. 23: Love Hertz: Home Edition
Valentine’s Day may be over, but love is still in the air—just in a different way. We’ve talked about knowing when to break up with your hot water heater, but now we’re looking at other parts of your home that might need some TLC. Efficiency an...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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36:21
Ep. 22: Supply & Demand: The Energy Tug-Of-War
Ever wonder how your lights stay on even when demand surges? Or why energy prices fluctuate? On this episode of the CCP, we’re diving into the high-stakes balancing act of energy supply and demand with special guest Damon Morgan from our G&...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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30:05
Ep. 21: Central Access Today, Tomorrow and in 2025
Central Access...it's what everyone is talking about! What is it? How did it begin? What's next? We look at this and more with our special guests Chris Montgomery, Vice President of Central Access, and Jimmy Gray, Vice President of Engineering ...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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19:31
Ep. 20: Fiber Tech Talks
We all love the high-speed connectivity and reliability of Central Access, but do you know what all goes into making sure internet runs from the lines to your home? Join us as we talk with three members of our Central Access crew to get the nit...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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28:06
Ep. 19: Cyber Central: Navigating the Digital Frontier
Did you know that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month? The CCP recently sat down with two of our very own tech gurus to learn the ins and outs of staying secure in today's cyber world, as well as how to recognize and avoid common cyber sca...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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44:13
Ep. 18: Co-ops Take "Concern for Community" to Guatemala
Concern for Community is one of the seven core cooperative principles rural electric co-ops live by. With October being Co-op Month, we sat down with CAEC's own Jeremy Hicks and Michael Kelley to discuss how they and other co-op employees took ...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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37:45
Ep. 17: Weather Talk & Tips with Josh Johnson
The CCP had the amazing opportunity to sit down with WSFA Chief Meteorologist Josh Johnson for a local look at weather preparedness. From the 2024 hurricane outlook and bolt from the blue lightning to the history of weather sirens, we talk abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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51:30
Ep. 16: Lineman Tales Part 2
While it's true we appreciate our linemen every day, April 18th officially marked National Lineman Appreciation Day. To keep the celebration going, the Central Connection Podcast sat down with two of our very own linemen to find out what drew t...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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27:10
Ep. 15: Grassroots on Goat Hill
How do crypto mining and pharmacy costs impact our members? Join us as we discuss these Alabama legislative session topics and more with political experts Todd Stacy (host of Capitol Journal and author of the Alabama Daily News) and Sean Strick...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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41:23
Ep 14: Weather or not: Severe weather prep
Blurb: Let's face it, weather in Alabama is unpredictable and severe weather can strike at any time. We chat with Mark Wakefield of the Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief Center about what he's seen after a storm hits and what you can do to prepar...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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49:17
Ep. 13: Scammers, Miscreants and Bad Actors
It may be a new year, but it's the same old scams. Whether it's someone pretending to be a CAEC employee and demanding payment or trying to steal your personal info, beat scammers at their own game by being aware of some common red flags. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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34:34
Episode 12: CAEC it's your birthday! We're 85!
On Nov. 28, 1938, rural Alabama residents filed the incorporation papers for Central Alabama Electric Corporation and the rest, as they say, is history. Join us as we take a quick decade by decade look at some important moments of CAEC's ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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22:15
Episode 11: Co-op Month & Digging into Economic Development
Did you know that along with being the spooooookiest of all the months, October is also National Co-op Month? To really get into the co-op spirit, we sat down with CAEC's very own Connie Bainbridge and Lori Williams to learn more about the role...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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37:49
Episode 10: Youth Tour talk with the youths!
One of the banner programs cooperatives offer is Youth Tour! But have you ever wondered what the students who participate in the program get out of it? We sit down with two of the 2023 Youth Tour delegates to get the dirt on what this program m...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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21:40
Episode 9: Talking about Bright Ideas with local educators!
We love our community. We love our teachers. We love to help teachers engage the young minds in our communities through the Bright Ideas Grant Program. We spoke with guests and local educators, Emily Gregory of Pine Level Elementary School and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:53
Episode 8: On the road: Talking to members at Annual Meeting
We held CAEC's Annual Meeting on August 11 and took the CCP on the road to talk to you-- the members! Join Beth as she talks to people about the importance of Annual Meeting, Central Access, cooperative membership and so much more during our ep...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:13
Episode 7: Annual Meeting, voting, principles and more oh my!
Annual Meeting, voting, co-op principles, a Central Access update - we have it all and more in episode 7! You hear us say it all the time- without you, there is no us, and nothing exemplifies this concept more than Annual Meeting and our annual...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:06
Episode 6: Customer Service before, during & after the storm
Storms happen, and when they do we often think of the brave line workers who go out and restore power. But there's another group of folks who take your phone calls, answer your questions and embody the co-op heart. Join us as we learn what it's...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:20
Episode 5: We have time - safety is no accident
Safety - it's something we all want, but sometimes we take it for granted. Whether you're a lineman working in the field or just trying to drive to work, taking a little time can go a long way. Join us and CAEC Manager of Training & Safety,...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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40:28
Episode 4: Lineman Tales
Lineman Appreciation Day is April 18, and we had the chance to speak with two of our own about the hard job they do, why they do it and even an encounter with a hairless squirrel. So take a listen and always, thank a lineman!
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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39:34
Episode 3: Springing into energy savings
Warm weather is here and wouldn't you rather spend your money on all the fun things it brings and not your power bill? We speak with one of our Energy and Technology Consultants about some of the low to no cost things you can do to help save yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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44:15
Episode 2: When to break up with your water heater or heat pump
Getting a cold shoulder? Spending a ton of money and getting nothing in return? These signs and more could mean it's time to ditch that old heat pump or water heater and find someone new. Our special guest, Energy & Technology Consult...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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29:46
Episode 1: Central Access and Beyond!
Welcome to the Central Connection Pod (CCP)! For our first episode we're talking about what everyone is talking about - Central Access fiber internet. What is it? Why are cooperatives leading the way for rural broadband? What's next? We look at...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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21:23