Recognizing a need in the lighting industry to forum together and discuss subjects & issues in our industry, the Get A Grip On Lighting Podcast was born. Get A Grip brings on industry experts to talk about real issues and focused on that subject matter. If there’s something to be said on the subject, Get A Grip will go there. Get A Grip On Lighting Podcasts are hosted by Michael Colligan and Greg Ehrich, who have over 30 years of combined experience in the lighting industry. Michael Colligan is an entrepreneur and inventor. He’s a subject matter expert in commercial and industrial lighting supply, lighting retrofits, and finding recycling streams for hard-to-recycle waste. Greg Ehrich, LC is the former President of the National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors (NAILD) and owner of a progressive lighting distributorship.
Episode 527: Get A Grip On Lighting Final Episode - Side 1 - Stay Dangerous
This is it. The final episode (side 1) of The Get a Grip on Lighting Podcast. Michael and Greg reflect on the past 8 years and 400+ episodes. Sponsor: Keystone, www.keystonetech.com
18 Dec 2025
Episode 526: Building the Boat While the Water is Rising with Scott Wachter - Get A Grip Finale Part 5 of 6
Building the Boat While the Water is Rising with Scott Wachter [Pat: this is the new title changed from the live stream]In this second-to-final episode of Get a Grip on Lighting, hosts Michael and Greg sit down with Scott Wachter — the mind behind the Lighting Industry News Brief and a key player in countless NAILD projects since 2019.✨ Highlights:Scott reflects on his journey from theater kid to the lighting industry’s go-to reporter.Behind-the-scenes stories: live stream chaos, hilarious committee misfires, and the infamous “gun case in Vegas.”The art of writing quirky titles (“TVs Blossom” explained!) and why reporting beats opinion-driven journalism.Favorite wins, surprising failures, and the joy of seeing the News Brief chart alongside CNN and Bloomberg.Scott’s next chapter: taking over Restoring Darkness and pushing it to new heights.🔥 Why watch?This episode is part farewell, part celebration — honoring Scott as the “George Harrison” of the Get a Grip band.Connect with Scott:https://naild.org/lighting-industry-news-brief/https://restoringdarkness.com/darkness-news-update/linkedin.com/in/scott-wachter-5a3109113Sponsor: Satco, satco.com
10 Dec 2025
Episode 525: Take the Trash Out with Devin Wall - Get A Grip Finale Part 4 of 6
In this episode, Michael and Greg sit down with Devin Wall, one of the inventive forces behind Louvers International, to unpack the infamous DLC report and the future of lighting standards. 🔥 Highlights:The history of industry pushback against DLC certifications (from mafia skits to cease-and-desist letters).Devin’s hands-on approach: walking the factory floor, designing real solutions, and tackling heritage lighting retrofits.Why many manufacturers see DLC as interference rather than innovation.The bigger picture: global standards, sustainability, interoperability, and whether energy efficiency certifications are even relevant anymore.Anecdotes from the trenches—cheap imports, failing drivers, and the need for real accountability in lighting. ⚡ This isn’t just another lighting chat—it’s a candid, fiery look at how the industry can move forward with creativity, collaboration, and common sense. 👉 Watch now to hear why Devin Wall might just be the mad scientist lighting needs. Connect with Devin: www.louversintl.com Instagram - @Louversintl Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/louversinternational Twitter - @louversintl YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/800LifesOk LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/devin-wall-22856a15/ Sponsor: Louvers International, louversintl.com, @louversintl
Who has been a guest on Get A Grip On Lighting Podcast
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Webster Marsh
Ron Kuszmar
Chris O'Shea
Scott Wachter
Lynne Peeples
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100
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