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POLITICO Energy

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POLITICO breaks down the stories and power players shaping energy politics and policy in the U.S. and around the world through original interviews, sharp reporting and expert analysis — all from the world’s largest energy policy newsroom.

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President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans have attacked solar power and rolled back key industry tax credits. But now, in conservative Georgia, Republicans are embracing the green technology, exposing a growing divide within the party. POL... more

Today, POLITICO deputy editor-in-chief Joe Schatz sits down for an extended conversation with Nick Brown, the Democratic attorney general of Washington. They discuss the Trump administration’s legal battles with Washington over wind power and coal, h... more

Big Ag has long dominated Iowa politics, but in this year’s governor’s race, both parties are challenging the industry’s political power in part because of concerns over farm pollution. POLITICO’s Ellie Borst breaks down why Big Ag is on the defensiv... more

Today, POLITICO Energy guest host James Bikales sits down for an extended interview with Toby Rice, the president and CEO of EQT, one of the country’s largest natural gas producers and a major potential supplier to data centers. They discuss whether ... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Brown
Washington State Attorney General
Washington State Office of the Attorney General
Episode: Trump picked a fight with Washington. Its AG is pushing back.
Ellie Borst
POLITICO reporter on Iowa politics and energy policy
POLITICO
Episode: How Big Ag is losing its grip on Iowa’s governor race
Toby Rice
President and CEO of EQT
EQT
Episode: EQT CEO Toby Rice on the future of natural gas in the age of AI
Shelby Webb
POLITICO reporter based in Houston covering Texas energy politics
POLITICO
Episode: Inside the energy fight shaking up the Texas governor race
Jessie Blaeser
Senior data journalist at POLITICO
POLITICO
Episode: Biden’s energy legacy is proving hard to kill
Jim Robb
CEO of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
Episode: Inside America’s coming electricity crunch with the NERC CEO
Hannah Northey
POLITICO's resident mining expert
POLITICO
Episode: Can billions of federal dollars fix America’s mining industry?
Calvin Butler
CEO of Exelon
Exelon
Episode: One of America's biggest utility CEOs on the electricity bill crisis
Alex Nieves
POLITICO reporter covering California climate policy
POLITICO
Episode: California has led on climate for years. Is that about to change?

Hosts

Nirmal Mulaikal
Host of POLITICO Energy Podcast
Josh Siegel
Host of POLITICO Energy podcast; energy reporter covering Congress
Tanner Faust
Host of Energy Tailgate; Chevron

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings
  • Used to be reputable reporting

    Although this show has been sponsored by Chevron for some time, it has provided very good reporting based in fact. The interviews were not hard-hitting but the interviewer used to ask a follow up on answers that might not have been fact-based or clear. Now, for the past 6-8 months, the interviews are absolute softballs, no follow-up questions, and complete lack of fact-checking. I work in the utility-scale industry, representing independent power producers. I see the data. I know the history. Th... more

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    Sara F.S.
    United States3 months ago
  • Another example of the death of journalism

    The show has lost all credibility since the second Trump administration. Once a fairly neutral source of information about the current events of the energy industry, the show has become a mouthpiece for big oil (no surprise as Chevron is the sponsor).

    The worst episodes are when they interview members of the administration giving them a platform to spread misinformation (looking at you Sec Wright), or when they had API to talk about permitting reform and the host allowed the guest to weasel ou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    crash mc crasherson
    United States4 months ago
  • Greenwashing Chevron

    Enjoy the subject of this podcast but the messaging is very pro-fossil fuels which is apparent by their sponsor chevron 👎

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BriskLantern12
    United States5 months ago
  • Good overall

    The spoiled milk in my fridge is more qualified to run the EPA than Zeldin.

    I like the content of this podcast, but I don’t trust its content or editorial decision-making based on the long-lasting sponsorship by Chevron, so listen w a boulder of salt.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    logzbrown
    United States5 months ago
  • Greenwashing Chevron

    We hate chevron!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    zachlawson8
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall valued for concise, timely energy policy updates.
Sponsorship by Chevron is a recurring critique impacting credibility.
Interviews are perceived as less critical with fewer follow-ups.
Some fans wish for deeper analysis and less sponsor-driven messaging.
Essential daily briefing on energy and policy for many listeners.

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EQT CEO Toby Rice on the future of natural gas in the age of AI
Q: So Toby, let's start with AI and data centers. How big an opportunity is this for your industry? Can you actually produce enough gas to meet all of that demand?
AI will drive significant demand for natural gas to power data centers and power generation; EQT believes the energy supply is there, but the biggest hurdle is building out the necessary infrastructure to connect supply with demand.
Biden’s energy legacy is proving hard to kill
Q: How have the existing funds been repurposed or redirected to align with current priorities?
There are signs that the administration would like to move some funds within the same agency to different purposes (e.g., shifting a portion of bipartisan infrastructure funds toward AI research at DOE), but there isn't a clear breadcrumb trail of how Funded dollars have been repurposed; many remain on hold or within obligated/delayed status.
Biden’s energy legacy is proving hard to kill
Q: Why was it easier for Trump to kill some of this stuff versus other stuff, like the clean energy tax credits, as you mentioned?
Tax credits are delivered directly to the recipient via the taxpayer rather than through a grant, so changing their structure affects who can claim them and how much is spent, making it easier to modify; grants require altering funded programs and thus face more legal and administrative hurdles.
Can billions of federal dollars fix America’s mining industry?
Q: What is the role of government financing and how does it interact with market dynamics for these mining projects?
Government financing via loan guarantees can de-risk projects and mobilize private capital, but it also comes with oversight requirements, and the mix of subsidies with market conditions will determine whether projects reach completion and achieve price competitiveness.
Can billions of federal dollars fix America’s mining industry?
Q: What are the big problems or obstacles still standing in the way of the U.S. mining industry, even with this funding and political support?
Major hurdles include the high capital needs, a shortage of skilled scientists for rare earths, legal and regulatory challenges, environmental concerns near indigenous lands and waters, and the risk that policy shifts could disrupt investor confidence or slow project progress.

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Frequently Asked Questions About POLITICO Energy

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

A concise overview of timely energy policy, politics, and market dynamics driven by in-depth interviews with policymakers, reporters, and industry experts. Episodes typically dissect regulatory shifts, infrastructure debates, and technology transitions—often highlighting how federal and state actions interact with energy markets, climate goals, and political calculations. A notable pattern is frequent access to high-profile figures (senators, governors, agency leaders) and industry watchers, with coverage that marries policy nuance to practical implications for energy investment, pricing, and regulation. The show is useful for listeners who want sharp context on energy politics, regulatory risk, and the forces shaping the sector, though spo... more

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