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The Energy Show

Barry Cinnamon
Solar Energy
Heat Pumps
California
Batteries
Electric Vehicles
Solar Panels
Energy Efficiency
Clean Energy
Solar Tax Credits
Solar Industry
Battery Systems
Net Metering
Energy Costs
Climate Change
Fossil Fuels
Rooftop Solar
Renewable Energy
Utilities
Congress
Electrification

Every week Barry hosts The Energy Show, a 30 minute informative talk show that covers a broad variety of energy related topics spanning technology, economics, policy, and politics that are shaping the future of how we generate and consume electricity, along with practical money-saving tips on ways to reduce your home and business energy consumption.

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Did you know that you can plug solar panels into a WALL outlet!

Utility executives are spewing out their morning coffee. Who would have thought a good little solar panel could destroy our wicked trillion dollar business! ????????????

Balcony Solar ... more

Barry’s Heat Pump Promises:

1. Your AC will die on the hottest day of the year

2. PG&E gas rates will keep going up

3. Resistance — to electrification — is futile

So… are heat pumps part of the solution, or just part of the precipitate…or problem... more

Barry' been bashing his head against the wall for over two decades to reduce solar and battery system costs in the U.S. So on his recent “vacation” to Australia, he did a deep dive into solar costs Down Under.

As Jigar, Saul and Birchy have observed... more

That’s right, in many California cities you MUST replace a broken air conditioner condenser with a dual-purpose heat pump.

These Reach Codes — also known as AC2HP Requirements — are currently in effect in Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Los Altos Hi... more

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Recent Guests

Dana Fischer
Director of Regulatory Strategy for Mitsubishi Electric in the US Heating and Air Conditioning Division
Mitsubishi Electric
Episode: Mitsubishi Beats Your Heating Bills
Nate Adams
House Whisperer, author of HVAC 2.0, remote consultant
The House Whisperer / Common Sense HVAC
Episode: Replacing Your Air Conditioner MAY Be Illegal!
Mark Toney
Executive Director of TURN
TURN
Episode: Why the Heck Are My Electric Bills So High?
Sean Gallagher
Senior VP of Policy at SEIA
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Episode: What's up with residential solar?
Bernadette Del Chiaro
Senior Vice President at Environmental Working Group, former Executive Director of Calssa, and advocate for clean energy initiatives.
Environmental Working Group
Episode: Environmental Working Group Fixes Broken U.S. Policies
Carl Guardino
VP of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Tarana Wireless. Former CEO at the Silicon Valley Leadership Group.
Tarana Wireless
Episode: Policy is the Power behind Energy
Sachu Constantine
Executive Director of Vote Solar, advocates for policies that accelerate solar and storage deployment
Vote Solar
Episode: States Fight Back Against Fossilized Energy Policies
Panama Bartholomy
Founder and Executive Director of the Building Decarbonization Coalition
Building Decarbonization Coalition
Episode: Jumping Jack Flash Needs No Gas - Just a Heat Pump
Gary Lam
CEO of Franklin Whole Home
Franklin Whole Home
Episode: Gary Lam keeps the Lights On: EV + Generator + Batteries Done Right

Host

Barry Cinnamon
Host of The Energy Show; veteran solar industry professional and entrepreneur (former CEO of Akeena Solar/Westinghouse Solar; currently leading Spice Solar and Cinnamon Solar).

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Just trying to keep up

    I started listening to Barry‘s podcast couple months ago and I find his insights valuable. I work in the Solare space but it moves so fast. I tried to draw from as many experts in the field as I can like Barry.

    Thanks for sharing all those great information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XylophoneKing
    United States2 years ago
  • If you ever wanted to hear the best sales pitch..

    There was a time when Barry had a lot of good information to give but these days this podcast is just a long winded sales pitch where every year is the last year to put solar on your probably marginally qualified roof because the bottom is about to drop and utility is supreme evil. It’s Fox News of solar agenda. He doesn’t take a moment to consider anything else but how utility is preventing him from selling you probably a solar LEASE where they can fill their coffers, which isn’t that much diff... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ttuono
    United States3 years ago
  • Great, but needs to be weekly, as advertised!

    No one packs more useful information into 20 minutes than Barry Cinnamon. Also, no one could ever accuse Barry of not being respectful of his listeners’ time, as he makes a point of getting it all in as quickly as he can. In fact, a case could be made that Barry is too respectful of our time as this is far from a “weekly” podcast. A “monthly” podcast would be more accurate. I do love, however, how Barry breaks down and thoroughly analyzes current hot topics, not only in the solar industry, but i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jtimothyknox
    United States3 years ago
  • The podcast I’ve always wanted

    Huge fan of the show. I don’t know how I don’t find this sooner because it’s really the show I’ve always wanted. I truly enjoy the technical, practical, economic, and social perspectives. Great ideas and explanations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mdeeeerttttt
    United States4 years ago
  • Great show!

    Barry, host of the Energy Show podcast, highlights all aspects of energy consumption and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Some listeners feel the show has become very sales-pocused over time, with emphasis on leases or specific providers.
Production quality and guest expertise are frequently praised, with consistent depth on solar and electrification topics.
The host delivers concise, data-driven insights and practical guidance for energy upgrades.
Listeners appreciate the host's engineering background and ability to translate complex topics into actionable steps.

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Mitsubishi Beats Your Heating Bills
Q: Tell us how a homeowner should approach finding a heat pump contractor.
Look for installers with manufacturer training and solid references, check that installations are level and well-constructed, and get multiple bids to compare not just price but craftsmanship and support.
Why the Heck Are My Electric Bills So High?
Q: What can listeners do to help get these affordability and accountability measures passed?
Listeners can sign TURN's action alerts to track bill hearings and participate in petitions, and they are encouraged to call their state assembly member, state senator, and the governor to advocate for TURN's affordability package.
Policy is the Power behind Energy
Q: What suggestion do you have for solar companies, battery companies, to kind of help convince politicians that may be dealing directly with public utilities commissions?
Establish early what policymakers consider affordable and how we can help meet that need while being an honest broker.
Policy is the Power behind Energy
Q: So first, tell us a little bit about your current role at Tarana Wireless.
I am delighted to be at a mission-driven, technology brilliant company as Tarana Wireless, which serves underserved communities with high-speed internet access.
Mark & Barry Reveal the Dirty Secrets Behind Solar’s Next Big Shake-Up
Q: What should solar contractors do to succeed in 2026 and beyond?
Barry and Mark suggest that contractors should prioritize getting a good lease PPA provider and learning how to sell these options.

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

A practical, technology- and policy-driven show focused on energy topics that matter to homeowners, installers, and industry professionals. Episodes balance engineering details (heat pumps, solar, batteries, inverters), economics (costs, incentives, financing), and regulatory dynamics, often featuring policy experts, industry leaders, and technology practitioners who explain how energy systems can be deployed at scale, with real-world anecdotes from California, Maine, and beyond. Noteworthy is the host's deep hands-on background in solar and electrification, which often translates technical topics into actionable guidance for listeners and contractors alike.

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2. The Green Blueprint
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4. Interchange Recharged
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The Energy Show launched 11 years ago and published 367 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Energy Show include:

1. Dana Fischer
2. Nate Adams
3. Mark Toney
4. Sean Gallagher
5. Bernadette Del Chiaro
6. Carl Guardino
7. Sachu Constantine
8. Panama Bartholomy

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