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The Climate Realism Show

The Heartland Institute
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Climate Alarmism
Energy Policy
Heartland Institute
Climate Realism
CO2 Emissions
Electric Vehicles
Fossil Fuels
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Environmental Policy
Green New Deal
Biden Administration
Urban Heat Island Effect
Climate Models
Inflation Reduction Act
Hurricanes
Net Zero Policies
Global Warming

A weekly live show every Friday at 1 p.m. ET. The Heartland Institute's Anthony Watts, H. Sterling Burnett, Linnea Lueken, host Jim Lakely, and special guests review the "Crazy Climate News of the Week" and the biggest stories on global climate and energy policy from a realist, not alarmist, point of view.

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Summer has arrived in Europe a little early this year and alarmists in the media say it’s unprecedented, dangerous, all because of climate change. But what if it is not our fault? What if it’s not all that unusual? We will sweat the details.

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The world seems to not lack for climate alarmist Bond villains with wild schemes to “save the earth” by way of geo-engineering that ranges from the silly to the dangerous. A company is now poised to “cool the earth” by spraying the skies of the world... more

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Voters in this month’s elections in Great Britain delivered a shocking win for Reform UK, and was a clear rebuke of the “green” Net Zero agenda of the political elites. Politicians and parties that put the environmental movement over the real-world c... more

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Upon taking office in 2025, Donald Trump immediately got busy reversing and defunding the previous administration’s radical climate and energy agenda. That sent a message to the world: You may still cast America as the “villain” in your narrative of ... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Singer
Producer
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Episode: British Voters Dump the Greens – The Climate Realism Show #202
Angela Wheeler
Executive Director of the CO2 Coalition
CO2 Coalition
Episode: Conference Rattles Climate Activists – The Climate Realism Show #198
Kevin Mooney
Journalist and author of Climate Porn
The Heartland Institute
Episode: Climate Paper Tigers – The Climate Realism Show #193
Anika Sweetland
Former Energy Advisor with a degree in Climate Studies and public opponent of the UK's Net Zero Policy
Episode: Unlearning Climate Alarmism – The Climate Realism Show #191
Lucy Biggers
Influential social media figure and climate activist turned skeptic
The Free Press
Episode: IT’S OVER! US Out of UN Climate Regime (Guest: Lucy Biggers)
Jason Isaac
Founder and CEO of the American Energy Institute
Episode: EPA Exits Climate Alarm Business - The Climate Realism Show #185
Myron Ebell
A guest who is the head of the American Lands Council and formerly the head of Environment and Energy Policy at the Competitive Enterprise Institute.
American Lands Council
Episode: Climate, Energy, and the Election— The Climate Realism Show #181
Matt Wilecki
Proprietor of the Irrational Fear Substack and former Earth Science Professor at the University of Alabama
Irrational Fear Substack
Episode: NEVERMIND: Bill Gates Recants Climate Doomerism — The Climate Realism Show #180
Dr. Will Happer
Professor Emeritus of Physics at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: Joe Rogan, Climate Realist — The Climate Realism Show #179

Hosts

Jim Lakely
Executive Vice President of the Heartland Institute; host in multiple episodes.
Linnea Lueken
Senior Fellow for Energy Environment Policy at Heartland Institute; frequent guest.
Anthony Watts
Senior Fellow at the Heartland Institute; publisher of climate-related sites; recurring guest.
Marc Morano
Director of Communications for Cfact; publisher of Climate Depot; guest.
Lois Perry
Director of Heartland UK Europe; guest discussing Europe policy and net-zero impact.

Reviews

2.7 out of 5 stars from 264 ratings
  • Marketing

    Great show but needs a marketing boost.

    I would put Linnea Luekin as Host and hire Natalie Winters from Steve Bannon’s Podcast “The War Room” as an advisor and contributor!

    Keep up the awesome work!

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    Bert*1
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Truth is like sunshine

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff is an Aggie
    United States8 months ago
  • Climate deniers spin lies

    If you are interested in following science, this isn’t the podcast for you. Of your liking to reinforce what bunk Fox News has passed along, here’s more of the same.

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    effingapplereviewnickname
    United Statesa year ago
  • Trash

    Staggered to discover people waste their time putting out such rubbish

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    JAH_26
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Full of disinformation

    Having studied environmental science at the university level, I sometimes get curious what climate deniers are up to…

    Boy, you folk do not disappoint! This pod is full of nonsense arguments that if you think, even for one second, are utter nonsense. The bias is gobsmacking

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    Sasha8642
    Canadaa year ago

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Critiques often come from science-oriented listeners who feel arguments lack recognized consensus or data.
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Mixed reception, with strong praise for factual critique and guests, but some criticisms focus on perceived bias and misinformation.
Some reviews call for more marketing and broader audience appeal, while others celebrate the provocative, debate-friendly format.

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British Voters Dump the Greens – The Climate Realism Show #202
Q: What messaging about Net Zero resonated with voters on the doorstep in the UK?
Voters are skeptical of Net Zero, viewing it as costly and restrictive; many feel empowered to reject it and understand that emissions are being outsourced to other countries, making Net Zero politically unpopular.
Taking Back Earth Day – The Climate Realism Show #199
Q: Are there still the government climate science gatekeepers in place that channel all climate grants in one direction?
There are gatekeepers and funding dynamics within government and agencies, and the panel suggests reducing or redirecting funding could reshape climate research priorities, though changing the budget is complex.
Space Mirrors to Save Solar Power? | The Climate Realism Show #194
Q: What would it take to convince climate scientists that humans are causing dangerous climate change, and what was the response from scientists the guest spoke with?
Five of the scientists interviewed said there was nothing that would convince them to change their view, while one gave a specific condition (overturning fundamental physics) that would need to be true to change his mind.
Climate Paper Tigers – The Climate Realism Show #193
Q: What changes do you hope to see in U.S. climate and energy policy from the current administration?
A return to constitutional norms, reduced reliance on international agreements and regulatory overreach, and a focus on energy affordability and innovation rather than expansive government control.
Climate Paper Tigers – The Climate Realism Show #193
Q: Do you see climate refugees as a real phenomenon, or is it mostly a financial and political narrative?
The program argues that climate refugees do not exist in the way the story often suggests; migration is driven more by war, governance, and poverty, while climate change is a minor contributing factor with no clear long-term trend in drought or displacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Climate Realism Show

What is The Climate Realism Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently presents climate policy and energy issues through a climate-realism lens, critiquing alarmist narratives and mainstream policy proposals. Episodes frequently challenge Net Zero goals, promote fossil-fuel–driven energy independence, and favor market-based, deregulation-minded solutions. A distinctive pattern is the mix of panel discussions, data skepticism, and cultural references, often interspersed with sponsor messages. This approach tends to attract listeners who value data-driven critique of climate activism and an emphasis on policy realism and energy security. Notable for its recurring Heartland Institute perspective, entertaining banter, and willingness to debate controversial topics, the program likely stands o... more

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