Directly Current: The EV Politics Podcast
EVs for All AmericaEV journalist and law student Max Patten speaks to experts in government and the auto business to de-polarize electric cars and learn about how they’re key for a renewal of American manufacturing and the survival of our auto industry.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 40 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentTechnology | |||
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James Bell is the head of PR and comms for Kia in America, and he's overseen the brand evolve from being a budget/used car alternative into a premium competitor, particularly in the EV space. Hot on the heels of announcing the affordable EV3 for the ... more
Alan Clarke, executive director of Advanced EV Programs at Ford, joins Max to discuss his team's work on the Universal EV Platform—an ambitious plan to make low-cost, next-gen vehicles that make the existing Mustang Mach-E and Ford F-150 Lightning lo... more
Ed Kim joins Max from AutoPacific, where he's the chief analyst, to discuss data and insights he's gotten from working with nearly every major OEM on EVs' near future outlook. The good news? There's lots of work on affordability. Also, Republicans re... more
Corey Cantor from the Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA) joins Max to discuss some positive trends for EVs going into the new year. 2025 was a rough year for EVs with the axing of federal support after Republican-led legislation dropped ... more
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- Well researched and great guest lineup
The show has an excellent and informative guest lineup. Max is managing the show while in Law School - an amazing balancing act. Mike Murphy brings amazing energy when he makes an appearance! This is a must listen to podcast for anyone interested in EVs and EV policy.
Apple Podcasts5ScottWrightMD
United Statesa year ago - New EV promotions are needed
Let’s not try to change the winners. What will it take for the F150 Lightening to hit the ICE price point? Same for the Civic and Corolla. Surely there must be a portion of management that knows they have to bite the bullet now if they want to be around in 5 years.
Apple Podcasts4False EquivalenceUnited Statesa year ago - Great stuff
Started listening at episode 12 and now working thru the earlier episodes. Educational and informative. Highly recommended.
Apple Podcasts5HAB2016United Statesa year ago - Excellent Debut
Gang,
You hit a home run with your first show. I am a fellow ev owner and see a place for an informative, well-crafted show that alleviates misunderstandings and highlights the contribution the ev industry can make for American workers. Keep up the good work.
Bret
Apple Podcasts5HB Bolt FanUnited States2 years ago
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A program focused on EV policy, infrastructure, and industry dynamics, featuring interviews with analysts, engineers, and executives. Recent episodes emphasize affordable EVs, charging networks, multi-family housing charging, and the role of utilities and policy in accelerating adoption. Notable strengths include guest depth from policy advocacy groups, industry analysts, and leading EV technology startups, plus timely discussions on infrastructure, federal/state incentives, and national security implications of battery tech. The show appears to cater to professionals interested in the intersection of government policy, manufacturing, and the EV ecosystem, with a pragmatic, non-polarizing tilt toward practical solutions for expanding EV use... more
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