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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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Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin on Monday announced the repeal of an Obama/Biden rule that regulated emissions of greenhouse gases from power plants with the intent to shutter all coal and most natural gas power plants in Ame... more

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Net Zero, overall, might be dying in Europe. It’s being rejected by voters in seemingly every election in recent years, and even Democrats here in America don’t talk about it anymore when it used to be a pillar of their platform. So why is something ... more

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Today the team is traveling to the 42nd Heartland Anniversary Benefit, hosting Governor Ron DeSantis and other distinguished guests. 

While Jim and the crew are away, enjoy some of the best speeches from past International Conferences on Climate Cha... more

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The scenes coming out of Nepal of the glacier collapse and flash flood of mud, ice, and water are horrifying. The amount of devastation is almost hard to fathom, and the landscape is changed forever. Mainstream media outlets are blaming the disaster ... more

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Recent Guests

Samantha Fillmore
Heartland Impact contributor
Heartland Impact
Episode: What The Heck Is Dairy Net Zero? - TCRS #216
Henrik Svensmark
Danish scientist known for work on cosmic rays and climate
Technical University of Denmark (formerly)
Episode: Climate Scientist Fired. Was It For Countering the Narrative? — The Climate Realism Show #210
John Robson
Executive Director of Climate Discussion Nexus
Climate Discussion Nexus
Episode: Giant Bond Villain Space Mirror Approved by Feds — The Climate Realism Show #208
Chris Martz
Meteorologist; climate and policy analyst for CFACT
CFACT
Episode: Europe Boils – The Climate Realism Show #204
Andy Singer
Producer
Heartland Institute
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
David Legates
Former professor of Climatology, Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation
Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation
Episode: Space Mirrors to Save Solar Power? | The Climate Realism Show #194
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

Hosts

Jim Lakely
Host of the program; long-time Heartland Institute writer and communicator with a focus on political and climate policy debate.
Anthony Watts
Senior Fellow at the Heartland Institute; climate data analyst and policy commentator frequently contributing expert viewpoints.
Sterling Burnett
Director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center for Climate and Environmental Policy; energy policy expert contributing critical policy analysis.
Linnea Lueken
Senior Fellow for Energy and Environment Policy; provides on-the-ground policy perspectives on energy and climate policy.

Reviews

2.7 out of 5 stars from 263 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 Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Truth is like sunshine

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    5
    Jeff is an Aggie
    United Statesa year 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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Mixed reception; some praise data-driven skepticism, others accuse misinformation.
Critics accuse it of bias; supporters say it offers necessary counterpoints to mainstream narratives.
Listeners often appreciate pragmatic energy policy discussions and debunking alarmism.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What The Heck Is Dairy Net Zero? - TCRS #216
Q: Samantha, what is this Pathways to Dairy Net Zero and what concerns does it raise for American dairy farmers?
The panel explained that Pathways to Dairy Net Zero is a voluntary program marketed as science-based sustainability, but the guests argue it can function as private regulation because commitments can become embedded in lending, procurement, and contracts, potentially pressuring farmers to comply under threat of losing credit or market access.
Massive Victory: EPA Power Grab Ends — The Climate Realism Show #217
Q: Will Trump's new law be superseded by the next president?
Yes, the panel discusses that depending on the next administration, these rules could be reissued or strengthened, while a Republican victory might leave the repeal in place or lead to new, lighter regulations, whereas a Democratic win could bring back stronger rules.
Giant Bond Villain Space Mirror Approved by Feds — The Climate Realism Show #208
Q: Do people have any sort of right to darkness at nighttime?
Sterling Burnett and the panel discuss that there is no general legal right to darkness, but there are nuisance arguments in specific local contexts; sea turtles have a form of 'right to darkness' due to environmental protections.
Giant Bond Villain Space Mirror Approved by Feds — The Climate Realism Show #208
Q: Scott Clay says, John, you're funded by Big Oil 2, right?
John Robson replies that funding comes from various sources but that large corporate funding is not as straightforward as critics claim; he notes the show is survival-driven and would welcome more support if Big Oil wanted to fund Climate Discussion Nexus.
Climate Scientist Fired. Was It For Countering the Narrative? — The Climate Realism Show #210
Q: Is Svensmark's firing due to fear of undermining the economic value of mainstream climate policies?
The guest and hosts suggest there is an underlying tension between funding, institutional priorities, and controversial research, with some evidence that support letters and academic backing existed, yet the firing occurred due to strategic shifts rather than purely scientific disputes.

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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?

A weekly, live Friday program from a Heartland Institute-aligned team that reviews notable climate and energy stories through a realist, non-alarmist lens. Episodes mix data-focused debate, policy critique, and hosted interviews with scientists, policy analysts, and industry voices. The show consistently emphasizes market-based energy solutions, skepticism of alarmist narratives, and opposition to expansive climate policies, while weaving in humor and sponsor reads. Noteworthy strengths include a clear stance, accessible explanations of technical topics, and regular guests who bring policy and science perspectives from allied think tanks and research groups.

For potential listeners, the format and angle are likely to appeal to those seekin... more

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2. Henrik Svensmark
3. John Robson
4. Chris Martz
5. Andy Singer
6. Angela Wheeler
7. David Legates
8. Kevin Mooney

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