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The Bond and Ground Podcast

The Bond and Ground Podcast

By: Paul Abernathy
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Welcome to The Bond and Ground Podcast—where the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully clear. Hosted by Paul Abernathy, a respected voice on Code Making Panel 5 (CMP-5) and industry-leading expert on grounding and bonding, this show delivers deep insights into Article 250 and beyond. Each episode breaks down real-world applications of grounding and bonding rules, dispels myths, and explores the Code’s intent—so you’re not just following the rules, you're understanding them. Whether you're a licensed electrician, inspector, engineer, or serious Code student, The Bond & Ground Podcast equips you with the grounded knowledge you need to wire with confidence and stay compliant.

🎙️ Topics Include:

- NEC Article 250 deep dives
- Grounding electrode systems
- Bonding jumpers, EGCs, and GECs
- Isolated grounds, ground loops, and field issues
- Changes in the 2023 NEC and what’s coming next
No resistance—just grounded knowledge.2025
Episodes
  • The Bond and Ground Podcast | E5 | Grounding Electrode System Installation
    May 31 2025
    Welcome to The Bond and Ground Podcast—On this episode Paul Abernathy explain the installation of grounding electrodes, such as rods, pipes, plates and rings and the concept of supplementing such electrodes as discussed in 250.53.. On this podcast the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully clear. Hosted by Paul Abernathy, a respected voice on Code Making Panel 5 (CMP-5) and industry-leading expert on grounding and bonding, this show delivers deep insights into Article 250 and beyond. Each episode breaks down real-world applications of grounding and bonding rules, dispels myths, and explores the Code’s intent—so you’re not just following the rules, you're understanding them. Whether you're a licensed electrician, inspector, engineer, or serious Code student, The Bond and Ground Podcast equips you with the grounded knowledge you need to wire with confidence and stay compliant. 🎙️ Topics Include:
    • NEC Article 250 deep dives
    • Grounding electrode systems
    • Bonding jumpers, EGCs, and GECs
    • Isolated grounds, ground loops, and field issues
    • Changes in the 2023 NEC and what’s coming next
    No resistance—just grounded knowledge.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • The Bond and Ground Podcast | E4 | Grounding Electrode System and Electrodes
    May 31 2025
    Welcome to The Bond & Ground Podcast—On this episode Paul Abernathy explain the the various electrodes that can be used in an electrical grounding system. From water pipe grounding electrode to ground rods, Paul talks about them all on todays podcase. On this podcast the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully clear. Hosted by Paul Abernathy, a respected voice on Code Making Panel 5 (CMP-5) and industry-leading expert on grounding and bonding, this show delivers deep insights into Article 250 and beyond. Each episode breaks down real-world applications of grounding and bonding rules, dispels myths, and explores the Code’s intent—so you’re not just following the rules, you're understanding them. Whether you're a licensed electrician, inspector, engineer, or serious Code student, The Bond & Ground Podcast equips you with the grounded knowledge you need to wire with confidence and stay compliant. 🎙️ Topics Include:
    • NEC Article 250 deep dives
    • Grounding electrode systems
    • Bonding jumpers, EGCs, and GECs
    • Isolated grounds, ground loops, and field issues
    • Changes in the 2023 NEC and what’s coming next
    No resistance—just grounded knowledge.
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The Bond and Ground Podcast | E3 | Main Bonding Jumpers and System Bonding Jumpers
    May 31 2025
    Welcome to The Bond and Ground Podcast—On this episode Paul Abernathy explain the function and overview of Main Bonding Jumpers and System Bonding Jumpers per 250.28 of the 2023 National Electrical Code. On this podcast the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully clear. Hosted by Paul Abernathy, a respected voice on Code Making Panel 5 (CMP-5) and industry-leading expert on grounding and bonding, this show delivers deep insights into Article 250 and beyond. Each episode breaks down real-world applications of grounding and bonding rules, dispels myths, and explores the Code’s intent—so you’re not just following the rules, you're understanding them. Whether you're a licensed electrician, inspector, engineer, or serious Code student, The Bond & Ground Podcast equips you with the grounded knowledge you need to wire with confidence and stay compliant. 🎙️ Topics Include:
    • NEC Article 250 deep dives
    • Grounding electrode systems
    • Bonding jumpers, EGCs, and GECs
    • Isolated grounds, ground loops, and field issues
    • Changes in the 2023 NEC and what’s coming next
    No resistance—just grounded knowledge.
    Show More Show Less
    44 mins

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