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Schweitzer Drive explores what goes on between the generation of electricity and the light switch. Join Dave Whitehead as he interviews the entrepreneurs, innovators, and experts who are inventing the future of electric power.

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What do electric power and emergency response have in common? More than you might expect. In this episode, host Dave Whitehead talks with radio engineer Jordan Coreson and communications and cybersecurity expert Ryan Bradetich about how precision tim... more

In this episode, host Dave Whitehead sits down with Wayne Manuel, Chief Information and Security Officer at Avista, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the utility industry. From predictive maintenance to customer service enhancements... more

Author and journalist Robert Bryce returns to Schweitzer Drive for a candid conversation with host Dave Whitehead about the president’s bold plan to expand nuclear power in the United States. Drawing on decades of energy research, Bryce explains why ... more

In this episode, we continue our exploration of how utilities are working to mitigate the threat of wildfires with a look at how PG&E is transforming its grid to reduce ignition risk throughout its 70,000-square-mile service area. Host Dave Whitehead... more

As the wildfire threat has grown across the western U.S., utilities have stepped up to protect communities and critical infrastructure. In this episode, host Dave Whitehead talks with Josh DiLuciano, vice president of Energy Delivery at Avista, about... more

As our reliance on electric power continues to grow, so does the need to protect the grid from cyber threats. In this episode, guest host Frank Harrill, VP of Security at SEL, talks with cybersecurity expert Andre Ristaino about how industry standard... more

In this episode, Dave Whitehead talks with power systems experts Gerardo Urrea and Bryan Fazzari about the U.S. power grid and some of the reasons why it enjoys an impressive 99.95% reliability, despite often being described as an old, cobbled togeth... more

As the demand for clean energy and the push for decarbonization intensify, there's a renewed focus on large-scale nuclear reactors in the United States. In this episode, host Dave Whithead sits down with Dr. Luca Oriani, President of Long-Term Operat... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Coreson
Radio engineer with Whitman County Emergency Management
Whitman County Emergency Management
Episode: Timing Is Everything: How Grid Technology Is Transforming Emergency Communications
Ryan Bradetich
Senior Vice President of Communications and Cybersecurity at SEL
SEL
Episode: Timing Is Everything: How Grid Technology Is Transforming Emergency Communications
James Tuccillo
Manager of Distribution and Asset Planning at PG&E
PG&E
Episode: Safety, Reliability, and Innovation: PG&E’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Josh DiLuciano
Vice President of Energy Delivery at Avista
Avista
Episode: Protecting People, Property, and Power: Avista’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Andre Ristaino
Cybersecurity Standards Expert and consultant at Black Mountain, formerly with the International Society of Automation.
Black Mountain
Episode: Fortifying the Power Grid: The Role of IEC 62443 and Cybersecurity Standards
Angad Sandhu
Director of Infrastructure at Google
Google
Episode: The Data Center Challenge: Build Faster, Be Efficient, and Keep the Data Flowing
Dr. Greg Zweigle
Chief Technology Officer at SEL, with extensive experience in technology and protective relays.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Episode: Transforming Substation Architecture: The Power of Centralized Protection and Control
Brian Gitt
A leading innovator in nuclear technology, focusing on advanced fission power plants at Oklo.
Oklo
Episode: New Nuclear: Flexible, Scalable, and Safe
Eric Williams
Senior Vice President and Design Authority at TerraPower
TerraPower
Episode: New Nuclear: Smaller, Safer, Cheaper

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Dave Whitehead
Host of Schweitzer Drive, bringing insights from experts and innovators in the energy sector.

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Safety, Reliability, and Innovation: PG&E’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Q: What is the Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings Program?
This program adjusts the protective devices and settings in response to increased wildfire risk, particularly during dryer months.
Safety, Reliability, and Innovation: PG&E’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Q: Can you walk us through the key strategies PG&E is implementing to mitigate wildfire risk?
PG&E employs multiple strategies, including undergrounding power lines in high-risk areas, enhancing powerline safety settings, and utilizing public safety power shutoffs as a last resort during extreme conditions.
Protecting People, Property, and Power: Avista’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Q: Can you provide an overview of your role at Avista?
I'm responsible for electric and natural gas engineering, operations, and shared services.
Protecting People, Property, and Power: Avista’s Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
Q: What do you think about how people in the industry are adapting to wildfire management?
Avista is shifting focus from reliability to also include fire risk mitigation and adapting to changing conditions.
Fortifying the Power Grid: The Role of IEC 62443 and Cybersecurity Standards
Q: Could I ask you to provide a high-level overview of the 62443 standards and what their true importance is in industrial cybersecurity writ large?
Andre provides insights into the three main sections of the 62443 standards, emphasizing their completeness and importance in addressing operational technology security.

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A focus on the future of electricity, this podcast showcases insights and innovations from leaders in the energy sector, including entrepreneurs and experts. Topics often revolve around nuclear energy, cybersecurity in the electric grid, wildfire mitigation strategies, and the technological evolution of power systems. Noteworthy episodes explore the challenges and advancements associated with both traditional and modern energy sources, emphasizing the critical role of sustainable practices and technological integration in shaping the future of energy.

Listeners can expect candid discussions about pressing energy issues, vibrant dialogues on innovative solutions, and expert opinions on energy policies. This podcast stands out due to its emp... more

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2. Ryan Bradetich
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4. Josh DiLuciano
5. Andre Ristaino
6. Angad Sandhu
7. Dr. Greg Zweigle
8. Brian Gitt

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