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Unplugged

Unplugged

By: Blue Ridge Energy
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Unplugged features topics and stories from one of America’s leading electric cooperatives, Blue Ridge Energy. Electric cooperatives share a unique history that is etched into the framework of rural American life. Founded decades ago on a principle of bringing electricity to rural Americans left in the dark, electric cooperatives have become a beacon for economic growth and innovation in the less populated pockets of the United States. On Unplugged, host Jacob Puckett, interviews guests on a wide range of topics and issues facing rural Americans that are served by electric cooperatives.© 2025 Blue Ridge Energy Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • The Hurricane Helene Tapes - Mike Kincaid

    The Hurricane Helene Tapes - Mike Kincaid
    May 23 2025

    This is the final installment of our Hurricane Helene series. In this episode, we speak to Director of Operations, Mike Kincaid. Mike serves as the storm manager during outage events - coordinating the effort behind the scenes and in the field to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.
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    10 mins
  • Hurricane Helene Tapes: Heidi Ragan

    Hurricane Helene Tapes: Heidi Ragan
    Mar 20 2025

    The untold story from Helene is our behind the scenes heroes. Hear from Watauga District Manager, Heidi Ragan, as she describes the days following the storm and how we manage feeding, housing and taking care of hundreds of visiting crews.
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    17 mins
  • The Hurricane Helene Tapes: Tony Wheeler

    The Hurricane Helene Tapes: Tony Wheeler
    Jan 16 2025

    Installment three of our Hurricane Helene series. Joining us for this episode is System Operations Manager, Tony Wheeler.
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    14 mins
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