Columbia Energy Exchange

Columbia University

Climate Change

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Inflation Reduction Act

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Energy Policy

United States

Clean Energy Transition

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Iran

National Security

Russia

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Columbia Energy Exchange features in-depth conversations with the world's top energy and climate leaders from government, business, academia and civil society. The program explores today's most pressing opportunities and challenges across energy policy, financial markets, geopolitics, and climate change as well as their implications for both the U.S. and the world.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	101	Founded	11 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	News CommentaryBusinessNews

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Latest Episodes

Six Months In: Iran War Widens as Energy Markets Feel the Shock

More than six months into the war with Iran, the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues to cause turmoil in the Gulf region and global energy markets with no apparent end in sight.

Tanker traffic through the strait has collapsed to a fraction of its pr... more

Yesterday • 55 min

Luisa Palacios and Bob McNally on Why the US-Venezuela Oil Deal Matters

It's been a tumultuous year for Venezuela, marked by political upheaval and deadly earthquakes. Then, in late August, the Trump administration announced a deal for over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves—and a 35% stake in North American B... more

8 Sep 2026 • 55 min

DOE's Audrey Robertson on Growing US Critical Mineral Supply

Advanced technologies, a return to domestic manufacturing, and the race to control energy production while also confronting surging demand for electricity. All of these factors mean that for the US, energy security and national security are increasin... more

1 Sep 2026 • 58 min • Most popular

Editor's Pick: Rajiv Shah on Delivering Universal Abundant Energy Access

Energy abundance means different things in today's global context than it did even a decade ago. It is about expanding electricity access while meeting rising energy demand. It is about navigating geopolitical fragmentation, limited government suppor... more

25 Aug 2026 • 1 hr 1 min

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Recent Guests

Audrey Robertson

Assistant Secretary of Energy and head of the Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation

U.S. Department of Energy

Episode: DOE's Audrey Robertson on Growing US Critical Mineral Supply

Rajiv Shah

President of the Rockefeller Foundation, focused on ending energy poverty and universal energy access

Rockefeller Foundation

Episode: Editor's Pick: Rajiv Shah on Delivering Universal Abundant Energy Access

Matthew Yglesias

Political commentator, journalist and author; writer of Slow Boring and co-host of The Argument

Slow Boring / The Argument

Episode: Matthew Yglesias on Abundance and the Politics of Energy

Alan Armstrong

U.S. Senator representing Oklahoma; former CEO of Williams Companies

U.S. Senate

Episode: Senator Alan Armstrong on Building American Energy Infrastructure

Tom Moerenhout

Lead of the Critical Minerals Initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy

Columbia University / World Economic Forum report contributor

Episode: Tom Moerenhout and Tomasz Nadrowski on Fixing the Mineral Supply Chain

Thomas Nadrowski

Co-founder and portfolio manager at Amvest Terraden

Amvest Terraden

Episode: Tom Moerenhout and Tomasz Nadrowski on Fixing the Mineral Supply Chain

Suzanne Maloney

Vice President and Director of the Foreign Policy Program at the Brookings Institution

Brookings Institution

Episode: Suzanne Maloney on Whether Perpetual Conflict is New Normal for the Gulf

Karen Young

Expert at the Center on Global Energy Policy

Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy

Episode: Iran Conflict Brief: How Renewed Strikes Impact Global Energy

Alice Yake

Vice President of Grids at Breakthrough Energy

Breakthrough Energy

Episode: Alice Yake on Planning for a Reliable, Cleaner Grid

Hosts

Jason Bordoff

Host with a background in energy policy and global energy policy leadership.

Bill Loveless

Co-host bringing industry and policy experience to energy discussions.

Daniel Sternoff

Host of the Columbia Energy Exchange rapid response series and related policy discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 614 ratings

Delusional US-centric view of the world
It is more painful to listen to this episode on Greenland from a former Biden official than if they had had a Trump apparatchik on. The inability to tackle or even acknowledge the enormous damage done to US-Greenland and US-Danish relations by Trump’s warmongering makes the entire episode almost laughable and irrelevant. Truly shameful from both the host and the guest for what purports to be geopolitical analysis.
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DMR40
United Kingdom4 months ago
One of the best views on US power so far
Podcast Addict
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Deepthroat
8 months ago
One of the Best Energy Podcasts
this is a substantial podcast essential for my high level understanding of issues around the energy transition, especially those related to policy. A great service of the community and thankfully, without all the hype. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts
5
Bosco Rio
United States9 months ago
Tremendous Resource
This podcast is essential listening for anyone remotely connected to energy futures or policy or consumption
Apple Podcasts
5
Jim Hull MA
United Statesa year ago
Great
Great podcast. So informative and insightful discussions. Salute!
Apple Podcasts
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Hong Konga year ago

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Insightful, high-quality analysis from energy experts.

Generally viewed as a go-to for in-depth energy policy content.

Well-structured discussions that translate complex topics into practical takeaways.

Strong guest lineups with diverse perspectives on energy policy and markets.

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Apple Podcasts	#105	United States/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#198	United Kingdom/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#45	Italy/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#63	France/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#82	Australia/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts	#159	Germany/News/News Commentary

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Luisa Palacios and Bob McNally on Why the US-Venezuela Oil Deal Matters

Q: What are the terms for Nabep's production and the US government's stake, and what concerns do guests have about governance?

Nabep would involve a 35% US government equity stake, with 20% offtake at cost and first refusal on the remaining 80%, but concerns focus on how the governance of Nabep would be structured, what laws govern the entity, and whether US oversight could effectively be exercised given diplomatic and legal uncertainties.

Luisa Palacios and Bob McNally on Why the US-Venezuela Oil Deal Matters

Q: What exactly has the White House announced about the deal, and how does it align with Venezuelan law?

The White House materials describe a 100-year lease which does not exist in Venezuela's constitution or hydrocarbon law; instead, Venezuela allows 25-year joint ventures or production sharing contracts, so the deal's terminology is not aligned with Venezuela's legal framework.

DOE's Audrey Robertson on Growing US Critical Mineral Supply

Q: What role does Project Vault play in stabilizing the supply of critical minerals?

Project Vault acts as a civilian, market-enabled stockpile approach—financed with a loan from the Export-Import Bank and private capital—to help OEMs secure critical minerals for manufacturing in the U.S., while not being a government-owned reserve.

DOE's Audrey Robertson on Growing US Critical Mineral Supply

Q: How do you prioritize which minerals to focus on for national security and energy security?

Priority is driven by a mix of domestic resource availability, processing capabilities, strategic defense needs, and the ability to catalyze private investment; it's a whole-of-government effort that considers raw materials, reprocessing, and recycling while aiming to reduce dependence on single sources.

Matthew Yglesias on Abundance and the Politics of Energy

Q: What is your view on the role of renewable energy versus other options like nuclear or natural gas in achieving a reliable, affordable energy future?

There is no single silver bullet; successful energy systems combine renewables with reliable firm power such as nuclear or natural gas where appropriate, and policy should use a mix of incentives and permitting reforms to enable a balanced, affordable transition that works for both the US and the world.

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This show offers in-depth conversations with leading figures across government, business, academia, and civil society on energy policy, markets, geopolitics, and climate. Episodes frequently center on US and global energy transitions, infrastructure, and security—covering sanctions, governance, critical minerals, grid modernization, LNG, and nuclear regulation. A standout pattern is the pairing of senior policymakers or industry leaders with researchers or analysts to unpack complex policy tools, market dynamics, and geopolitical risk, often with a focus on practical implications for investment and regulation. The format tends to blend rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want both high-level ... more

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2. Rajiv Shah
3. Matthew Yglesias
4. Alan Armstrong
5. Tom Moerenhout
6. Thomas Nadrowski
7. Suzanne Maloney
8. Karen Young

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