Flippin' the Switch
Flippin' the Switch is the monthly podcast of Jones-Onslow EMC, an electric cooperative located in southeastern North Carolina. Listeners can learn more about JOEMC's community programs and involvement, get quick and easy energy tips that'll save them money around the home, and hear how the co-op is using the latest in technologies to assist in providing the best customer experience possible.
Episodes
45 episodes since 2019
S5 E9: EV Unplugged - The Real Deal on Electric Vehicles
Ever wondered if electric vehicles are really worth the hype? Join us as we explore the world of electric vehicle ownership in honor of Electric Vehicle Month. Guests Quincy Martin and Jody Horn bring you firsthand experiences on the pros and c...
September 04, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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28:04
S5 E8: Empowering the Youth in Our Community
Curious about how cooperative principles can shape the future of our youth? In this episode of Flippin' the Switch, we take you on an enlightening journey with Carson Lee, a rising senior from Jacksonville High School, as well as Caleb Snyder a...
August 08, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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24:22
S5 E7: Celebrating National Agriculture Month with JS Lowland Cattle and Pogies Adventure Center
On this month's episode of Flippin' the Switch, we're celebrating National Agriculture Month and Grilling Month with two very special guests! Ever wondered how a family farm can thrive through generations and even a pandemic? Join us as we get ...
July 05, 2024
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31:46
S5 E6: Behind the Lines - Keeping Our Power Supply Safe with James Collins
What does it take to keep our power lines clear and our homes well-lit? Join us on this captivating episode of "Flippin' the Switch" as we celebrate Right-of-Way Professionals Week with special guest, James Collins. As a dedicated right-of-way ...
June 17, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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18:30
S5 E5: Master Your Hurricane Readiness with Erik Heden
How prepared are you for what is shaping up to be an exceptionally active 2024 hurricane season? For this crucial episode, we are joined by Erik Heden from the National Weather Service in the Morehead City area. Erik shares his expert advice on...
May 30, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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18:22
S5 E4: Lineworker Appreciation - Honoring the Unsung Guardians of the Grid
Ever wonder who braves the heights and hazards to keep your lights on? Step into the world of Blake McLamb, an apprentice lineman at Jones-Onslow EMC, who peels back the curtain on the high-voltage life of lineworkers. Our latest episode of Fli...
April 23, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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23:36
S5 E3: Harvesting Innovation in Local Agriculture with Nicole Hall
Celebrate National Agriculture Day with us as we chat with the impressive Nicole Hall, a fierce advocate for North Carolina farming and the current National Miss US Agriculture 2023! Known to many as North Carolina Nicole, she's not just a beau...
March 18, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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11:29
S5 E2: Cultivating Minds and Communities with Dr. Sonia Martin
When the relentless pursuit of education meets the heart of community empowerment, magic happens. Our esteemed guest, Dr. Sonia Martin, personifies this magic through her transformative journey from educator to life coach, the driving force beh...
February 20, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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24:30
S5 E1: A Current of Change with New CEO Gary Ray
Join us on a heartening journey with Gary Ray, the new CEO of Jones-Onslow, whose story is as electric as the industry he's passionate about. Born and bred in the soils of Red Springs, North Carolina, Gary's ascent from a curious NC State Unive...
January 26, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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22:02
S4 E10: Our Best Moments of 2023
Buckle up for an energizing journey through 2023 and the best of Flippin' the Switch! Join us as Natalie Oldani reviews the triumphs of the past year as we unravel the most remarkable moments that defined the co-op. From groundbreaking achievem...
December 20, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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27:50
S4 E9: The Win-Win of Paperless Billing and Automatic Drafts with Cathy Marshburn
Ready to uncover the secrets of stress-free payment and paperless billing? Join us as we engage in a power-packed conversation with Cathy Marshburn, office manager of Jones-Onslow EMC. Cathy gives us the lowdown on the Win-Win promotion, a camp...
November 20, 2023
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13:58
S4 E8: A Fond Farewell with Jeff Clark, CEO
Let's journey through the inspiring career of Jeff Clark, our visionary CEO at Jones Onslow EMC. As he prepares to retire, Jeff opens up about his accidental entry into the electric cooperative industry and his transformative leadership. From h...
October 26, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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53:53
S4 E7: No Barriers - A Leap of Faith with Dave Mastin
On this episode of Flippin' the Switch, Meet Dave Mastin, a retired Marine Corps member who shares his exhilarating time taking a leap of faith with the No Barriers program. He discusses the once-in-a-lifetime experience embarking on this speci...
September 11, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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18:43
S4 E6: The Education Edition - Empowering the Minds of Students and Educators
Welcome to the education edition of Flippin' the Switch! In this episode, we delve into the inspiring stories of students who had the life-changing opportunity to attend this year's Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in Washington, DC.
August 01, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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25:57
S4 E5: Online Tools for Saving Energy and Money at Home
Ever wondered how to make the most of the energy-saving resources available for your home? Join us as we chat with Jordan Reeves from Apogee, who shares valuable insights on the fantastic free online resources we have on our website. Jordan t...
June 12, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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28:58
S4 E4: Saving Money and Energy with Connect to Save
Here at Jones-Onslow, we're always searching for new ways for members to save energy and money. As the warmer months approach, we have the perfect program for our members to save this summer!We install a smart thermostat into your home, ...
May 11, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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25:36
S4 E3: It's a Bird, It's a Plane...No, it's a DRONE!
In this month's episode of Flippin' the Switch, new communications/community relations employee Natalie Oldani talks to the co-op's resident "drone pilot" Willie Priest to learn how JOEMC utilizes the aircraft to provide more reliable ...
April 19, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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16:17
S4 E2: Bringing AI to Vegetation Management
The newest episode of Flippin' the Switch is out, and you don't want to miss it.Krystal Phillips and Steve Goodson chat with Clayton Jones, Vegetation Management Supervisor, to learn how JOEMC uses satellites and AI to build a more robu...
February 02, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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18:46
S4 E1: Busting EV Myths and Misconceptions
The newest episode of Flippin' the Switch is out, and you don't want to miss it — especially if you've got questions about electric vehicles!Linda Mathiasen sits down with Aaron Spencer to debunk some myths about EVs. If you are conside...
January 12, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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40:53
S3/E7: Safety Around Downed Power lines, Watts Happening, and Holiday EE Tips
The newest episode of Flippin the Switch is out, and you will not want to miss this one. Eric Brown, one of JOEMC's Crew Foremen, tells us about a situation he rolled up on. "When reporting to a recent outage, we drove up to a haza...
November 17, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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21:22
S3/E6: Ways to Pay, Co-op Month, and Career at JOEMC
The October episode of Flippin' the Switch is ready for you to listen to TODAY! Take a look at what's featured this month.Linda Mathiasen chats with Celina Frost, one of our Member Service Representatives, to learn about th...
October 13, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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19:14
S3/E5: Prepare for the worst but hope for the best
The September episode of Flippin the Switch is ready for you to listen to TODAY! Take a look at what's featured this month.Linda Mathiasen chats with JOEMC's Safety Manager Chris Banks to discuss Preparedness Month. The two talk abo...
September 06, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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25:20
S3/E4: Recapping the Youth Tour and Cypersecurity Around the Home
The July episode of Flippin' the Switch is out and ready for you to listen to today. Take a look at what's featured this month:Paula Redick and Krystal Phillips talk with one of our recent Youth Tour winners, Cameron Askins. Cameron...
July 21, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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36:02
S3/E3: Self-Service Paysites and the Ocean City Jazz Festival
After a couple of months off, Flippin' the Switch is back, and we've got a great show for you. The co-op's Linda Mathiasen talks with JOEMC's member engagement "CHAMPION" Wanda Jones about our self-service paysites and their convenient location...
June 16, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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39:08
S3/E2: Explore Onslow County and Learn a Few Things!
Flippin' the Switch is back this month and we've got some special guests joining the show. The co-op's Krystal Phillips talks with representatives from the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce's Business Diversity Council about the African A...
February 17, 2022
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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24:55