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Inevitable

an MCJ podcast
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
Energy Transition
Clean Energy
Decarbonization
Data Centers
Electric Vehicles
Artificial Intelligence
Carbon Capture
Inflation Reduction Act
Hydrogen
Sustainability
Natural Gas
Nuclear Energy
Geothermal Energy
Carbon Removal
Solar Energy
Power Purchase Agreements
Spacex
Wind Energy

Join Cody Simms each week as he engages with experts across disciplines to explore innovations driving the transition of energy and industry. Inevitable is an MCJ podcast. This show was formerly known as 'My Climate Journey.'

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Pete Johnson, Co-founder and CEO of Koloma, joins Inevitable to break down geologic hydrogen — naturally occurring hydrogen found deep underground — and why he believes it could be the first new primary energy source since nuclear power in the 1950s.... more

Shannon Miller is Co-founder and President of Mainspring Energy, a company developing a new category of power generation technology called the linear generator. Mainspring’s systems generate electricity through a low-temperature, flameless chemical r... more

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Michael Spencer is the Founder and CEO of Zeno, an electric mobility company building electric motorcycles, battery-swapping infrastructure, and distributed energy systems across East Africa. Drawing on experience from nearly a decade building busine... more

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Marc Berte is the Co-founder and CEO of Overview Energy, a startup developing space-based solar power systems designed to turn existing solar farms into around-the-clock power generators. By placing satellites in geosynchronous orbit, collecting near... more

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Shannon Miller
Co-founder and president of Mainspring Energy
Mainspring Energy
Episode: How Mainspring Energy Turns Fuel Into Power Without Combustion
Michael Spencer
CEO of Zeno
Zeno
Episode: The Electric Motorcycle That's Actually a Utility Company with Zeno
Marc Berte
Co-founder and CEO, Overview Energy
Overview Energy
Episode: Space Solar: 24/7 Clean Power with Overview Energy
Edward Shenderovich
Founder and CEO of Roebling
Roebling
Episode: The Domestic Premium: Can American Manufacturing Compete?
Haroon Inam
Co-founder and CEO of DG Matrix
DG Matrix
Episode: Collapsing 30 Feet of Power Infrastructure Into Four with DG Matrix
Peter Carlsson
Co-founder and former CEO of Northvolt; co-founder of Aris Machina
Northvolt; Aris Machina
Episode: Lessons from Peter Carlsson after the Rise and Fall of Northvolt
Bruce Brown
Head of Strategic Climate Initiatives, New Mexico State Investment Council
New Mexico SIC
Episode: New Mexico's $72B Bet on Clean Energy
Carl Hoiland
Co-founder and CEO, Zanskar Geothermal
Zanskar Geothermal
Episode: New Mexico's $72B Bet on Clean Energy
Carrie von Muench
Co-founder, Pacific Fusion
Pacific Fusion
Episode: New Mexico's $72B Bet on Clean Energy

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Cody Simms
Host of the show, affiliated with MCJ (My Climate Journey) / Inevitable; central figure driving conversations on energy transition and climate tech.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 373 ratings
  • My Climate Journey: Inspiring and Informative Climate Conversations

    "My Climate Journey" excels in delivering a wide range of content that covers various aspects of the climate challenge. Each episode typically features an in-depth interview with a guest who brings unique perspectives and expertise to the table. The discussions cover a broad spectrum of topics, including clean technology, policy, climate science, and personal stories of climate action. The structured yet conversational format makes complex issues accessible and engaging, ensuring that listeners ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daveed Sidhu
    United States2 years ago
  • Great content

    I have been listening to MCJ Capital series. There is lot of great discussions where interesting themes are discussed. Very educational and inspirational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naveen Balawat
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting and inspiring

    Love the way Jason and company approach all their interviews with curiosity and a drive to really understand how things work and how a given solution can contribute to combating climate change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The OGG
    United States3 years ago
  • Great conversation about Green Bank with Sara Harari

    Your conversation with Sara Harari makes me hopeful for a better future. Fantastic podcast that’s highly recommended for people interested in funding actions to mitigate climate change. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MShenher
    Canada3 years ago
  • Topics range across the breadth of “climate”. Founders and experts share perspective and the hosts drive thought provoking discussions about the challenge of our time. Lots of calls to action for those seeking ideas and inspiration to get involved in this industry.

    Audible
    5
    Bryan White
    United States3 years ago

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Some listeners want more critical or equity-focused discussion beyond tech fixes.
Varied topics span policy, technology, and finance shaping real-world impact.
Thoughtful, solution-focused climate conversations with expert guests.
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Sound quality improvements could heighten accessibility and consistency.

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Space Solar: 24/7 Clean Power with Overview Energy
Q: So let's dive into some of these economic side of what you do. As I understand it, you're not selling electricity today. You're selling, I don't know, describe what it is you actually are selling and how that works.
They sell megawatts of photons delivered by a beam; customers specify where, when, and how much photon power to receive, and they pay for photons once the light hits the ground and is converted, creating an incentive for highly efficient ground-based conversion.
The Domestic Premium: Can American Manufacturing Compete?
Q: So that sort of is the start of my question, which is, how does the US compete from a manufacturing perspective with this Chinese state apparatus that is willing to lose money to kickstart an industry and go try to pseudo-monopolize it?
The path involves a mix of national policy support, subsidies or tariffs, and building products with significantly greater value to justify domestic costs, rather than just chasing lower prices; also leveraging R&D strengths and engineering to close the gap through scalable manufacturing economics.
Collapsing 30 Feet of Power Infrastructure Into Four with DG Matrix
Q: How does DG Matrix plan to scale manufacturing to meet demand?
DG Matrix designed a manufacturing system that can produce up to 400 megawatts per year per 5,000 sq ft work cell, with a scalable plan to deploy many such cells and partner with large contract manufacturers to reach multi-gigawatt capacity quickly.
Collapsing 30 Feet of Power Infrastructure Into Four with DG Matrix
Q: Why start with low voltage SSTs and expand to medium voltage, and how does reliability factor in?
Low voltage SSTs are easier to certify and prove reliable in building-scale environments (e.g., EV chargers, microgrids), which enables a quicker go-to-market, while medium voltage SSTs are pursued later with longer certification cycles but offer broader grid integration.
Collapsing 30 Feet of Power Infrastructure Into Four with DG Matrix
Q: What is the core technology behind DG Matrix's SST, and why is it inherently different from legacy transformers?
The SST uses a small magnetic core with high-frequency switching and solid-state circuitry to convert electricity more efficiently, allowing multiple power forms (AC/DC) to be managed in a single, compact device, which reduces the overall balance of plant and improves reliability.

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What is Inevitable about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A forward-looking show focused on how energy and industrial systems are being transformed by technology, finance, and policy. Episodes frequently feature founders, researchers, and fund managers discussing real-world deployments, financing structures, and scalable solutions—from fusion, geothermal, and next-gen batteries to AI-driven grid and built-environment innovations. A distinctive thread is blending early-stage experimentation with practical, near-term applicability, often highlighting private capital, philanthropic blended finance, and public-private partnerships to accelerate progress. The format tends to pair technical depth with approachable storytelling, making it valuable for listeners who want concrete examples, market context,... more

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Recent guests on Inevitable include:

1. Shannon Miller
2. Michael Spencer
3. Marc Berte
4. Edward Shenderovich
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6. Peter Carlsson
7. Bruce Brown
8. Carl Hoiland

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