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Political Climate delivers an insider’s view on the most pressing questions in energy and climate. Through biweekly analysis and debate, the podcast explores the nuances of how policy and politics are shaping the energy transition in the U.S. and around the world. Political Climate goes beyond partisan echo chambers to bring you insider scoops and authentic conversations with voices from across th... more

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What if the fastest, cheapest fix for America’s power grid is hiding in plain sight?

On this episode of Political Climate, we dive into grid utilization — and how to unlock the massive untapped potential of a system that operates at just ~50% capaci... more

Gas prices are spiking as the Iran war disrupts global oil markets — so will this be the moment that finally supercharges EV adoption in the U.S.?

This week on Political Climate, we explore how past energy shocks have driven policy shifts aimed at g... more

March was defined by blown predictions, resilience, wins, losses, and last-minute turnarounds—and not just in college basketball. In many ways, those same forces are shaping the energy sector today.

Shane Battier—NCAA champion at Duke in 2001 and tw... more

Energy is back at the center of politics.

From war in the Middle East disrupting oil and LNG flows through the Strait of Hormuz to AI-driven data centers sending U.S. power demand soaring, energy policy is shaping the road to the 2026 midterms.

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Recent Guests

Avery Ash
CEO of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE)
SAFE
Episode: Will EVs Surge Amid Iran Oil Shocks?
Shane Battier
Former NBA champion, Duke alumnus, Chief Culture Officer at Palmetto
Palmetto
Episode: Win or Learn: Shane Battier on Energy’s March Madness Moment
Mike Levin
Congressman, Democrat representing California's 49th District, on Appropriations and Energy & Water Subcommittees
U.S. Congress
Episode: Energy Shocks: Iran, AI, and the 2026 Midterms
Ryan Costello
Former Congressman, Republican of Pennsylvania, on Energy and Commerce Committee
U.S. Congress
Episode: Energy Shocks: Iran, AI, and the 2026 Midterms
Jeremy Harrell
CEO of ClearPath
ClearPath
Episode: Energy Shocks: Iran, AI, and the 2026 Midterms
Jane Flegal
Executive Director of the Blue Horizons Foundation
Episode: Unpacking a Volatile Year in Climate and Energy
Ann Bluntzer Pulling
Executive Director at the Hamm Institute for American Energy
Hamm Institute for American Energy
Episode: Inside the American Energy + AI Initiative
Liz Dennett
Founder and CEO of Endolith, a company leveraging biology and machine learning for mineral recovery
Endolith
Episode: America's Critical Minerals Crisis
Ari Matusiak
Co-founder, president and CEO of Rewiring America
Rewiring America
Episode: How FERC and Your Home Could Fast-Track AI Power

Hosts

Julia Pyper
Host of Political Climate
Neil Chatterjee
Energy policy expert and former FERC chairman
Brandon Hurlbut
Co-host, energy policy practitioner

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 334 ratings
  • Fact checking BADLY needed

    The episode on the EOs is really one of the most ridiculous pieces I’ve heard on the transition. So poorly researched. Both the D and the R seem completely unaware of the ramifications and are blatantly incorrect. For example, that’s not how impoundment works. And the supposed pause is not 90 days. Do your research!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Rabbit Tail and Foot
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not honest dialogue

    Hard to listen to a conservative viewpoint that doesn’t believe in climate change and is actively working to hinder the energy transition. I think listening to both sides is important when both sides are honest about coming up with solutions. Unfortunately this fails to achieve that.

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    casual critic 16
    United Statesa year ago
  • How do we overcome disinformation?

    How can we find common ground with people bombarded with so much disinformation? Trump has spent the better part of the last ten years undermining our scientists, medical professionals, journalists, teachers, our justice department and courts.

    He has lied incessantly. And now no one believes anything, and there are no agreed upon facts for anyone to find common ground.

    And in this free for all, where everyone just believes what they want to believe, Trump puts up an incomprehensible front, a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evcar13
    United Statesa year ago
  • No thanks

    Great to hear that the overly confident Republican rolled their eyes at the suffering and, in many cases deaths, of people living in environmental justice communities, with the host doing absolutely nothing about it.

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    1
    Rutinel
    United States2 years ago
  • Giving the republican pundit a pass

    It’s so sad that no matter where we go for political informed opinion and hopefully fact based reporting we run into bipartisan panels not unlike this one that give a pass to the republican who uses disinformation, negative vibe rhetoric and “the other side does it too so why are you picking on trump” nonsense. There needs to pushback on Emily’s nonsense rather than allowing her the last word. Her lies of omission and just downright lies, dismissive language and middling rhetoric left unchecked ... more

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    MissGinger13
    United States2 years ago

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Balanced discussion, useful for listeners seeking practical insights.
High-quality analysis on energy policy and markets.
Rigorous, well-prepared questions with credible guests.
Engaging, informative and timely on climate issues.
Clear, thoughtful bipartisan conversation with strong guests.

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America's Critical Minerals Crisis
Q: Is your magic microbe applicable to anything other than copper?
Yes, we have done work on lithium clays, but need to prioritize due to our resources.
America's Critical Minerals Crisis
Q: What could the US government most do to support you?
The US government could provide funding to help prove the technology in the field domestically.
US vs China: Who's Winning the Energy Race?
Q: What are the U.S. policy tools that could help unlock energy competition against China?
There should be a federal effort for funding and facilitating transmission and batteries, along with standardized regulations for virtual power plant adoption.
US vs China: Who's Winning the Energy Race?
Q: Is the U.S. currently at a disadvantage vis-a-vis China on the energy dominance agenda?
It depends on whether you're talking about being an economic competitor; China is ahead in manufacturing and facility development.
Shutdowns and Shakeups: What's at Stake for US Energy
Q: Sydney, can you set the scene for us of if you interact with the DOE today, like what you want to watch for?
If you're a company interacting with the energy department today, you're going to get a very professional response, but there may be limitations in the information they can provide as guidance may be changing within those programs.

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

Biweekly discussions center on energy, climate policy, and the politics that shape the transition to cleaner power. Episodes blend data, policy shifts, and geopolitics with bipartisan perspectives from hosts and guests across government, industry, and think tanks. Common threads include regulatory regimes, tax and permitting frameworks, the economics of clean energy, and how global competition influences U.S. strategy. Noteworthy is the show's ability to host voices from across the political spectrum, plus frequent deep dives into emerging topics like critical minerals, AI's impact on energy, and grid modernization, all presented with accessible analysis and brisk debate for industry professionals, policymakers, and business leaders. Potent... more

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2. Shane Battier
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5. Jeremy Harrell
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