The Disconnect: Power, Politics and the Texas Blackout
KUT & KUTX Studios, Mose BucheleMillions lost power. Hundreds died. How did this happen? KUT’s Mose Buchele explores what happened during the worst blackout in Texas history.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 25 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||
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Excellent pod about our energy quagmire in microcosm. Quirky Texans, dumb policies, smart people, good ideas, great reporting. Always on topic, not one mention of the senator that went to Cancun. The way back history eps were esp fascinating.
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Yes, please do a story on the response on Beryl
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I would love to hear your take on the Texas grid status post Hurricane Beryl
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I found this podcast looking for answers on why CenterPoint Energy was doing such a horrible job after Beryl. Got all the answers and then some!
Apple Podcasts5Bethm321United Statesa year ago - Spot On!
This team does a great job of explaining how the grid in Texas works and how it has evolved since it’s inception. I’m definitely impressed with the research that was conducted. Thank you!
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An exploration of Texas's energy crisis following the catastrophic blackout in February 2021, this podcast brings to light the complex interplay of power, politics, and environmental issues that contributed to one of the darkest moments in the state’s history. With compelling storytelling and in-depth interviews, the narrative delves into the underlying failures of the electric grid, the role of natural gas, and the impact of deregulation on energy policies. A mix of personal accounts and expert insights provides listeners with a nuanced understanding of the crisis and the broader implications for energy management and policy in Texas.
The content is particularly notable for its commitment to investigative journalism, offering both histori... more
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