Best Latitude Media Podcasts (2025)

In 2020, Microsoft announced a major goal: by 2050 the company aims to remove from the atmosphere all the carbon emissions it has produced since its founding in 1975. When Phil Goodman joined the company in 2022, he quickly found that the market for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) was just getting off the ground. That meant that in order to meet its c…

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The year's twists, villains, and breakout stars in energy 1:13:29

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This year, the energy industry changed faster than we could talk about it. We collectively said more than 225,000 words on this show — some of them were informed takes, some speculation. So how did they age? This week, Stephen reaches into a stocking stuffed with quotes from past episodes, and Jigar and Katherine must decide to defend, update, or d…

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Can AI revolutionize EPC? 35:01

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Big construction projects in the U.S. are notoriously unpredictable, often finishing over budget and behind schedule. Part of the problem is the inherent complexity of these kinds of projects, like data centers and first-of-a-kind plants. But there’s another problem: the companies that actually build these projects — called EPC firms for engineerin…

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Earth's Greatest Enemy: The U.S. Military's Toxic Environmental Legacy 1:03:14

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In this episode, we welcome Abby Martin, a journalist and filmmaker known for her anti-imperialist vision. She has done on-the-ground investigative reports and documentary films in places like Palestine, Venezuela, the Amazon Rainforest. We explore the profound environmental impacts of U.S. militarism, connecting the dots between war and ecological…

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Inside the American Energy + AI Initiative 58:56

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A hyperscaler, an energy developer, and a government official walk into a room. It’s not a joke — it’s the new reality as the U.S. scrambles to lead the global race for AI dominance. As frontier AI companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic push for fast, clean, and reliable energy at unprecedented scale, policymakers are racing to understand how…

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Mount Pleasant Christmas Celebration 4:00

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JW sits down with Andrew and Tyler from Mount Pleasant Parks and Rec to discuss the Christmas Celebration happening in downtown Mount Pleasant on Saturday, December 6th

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Virtual Parade of Homes 11:02

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JW sits down with Homebuilders Association of Central Michigan CEO Carmi Crisci to discuss the Virtual Parade of Homes

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3 years after ChatGPT, vibes meet grid realities 51:37

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Three years after ChatGPT ignited the AI race, the assumptions driving the trillion-dollar data-center boom are starting to shift. The belief that endlessly scaling large language models will unlock AGI — and justify unprecedented growth in electricity demand — is now being questioned by some of the field’s most influential voices. At the same time…

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S08E07 Sleep with Jonny Donahoe 1:25:11

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It's a bit late this episode but sooo worth it. Jonny Donahoe talks sleep (with a few diversions). You may know Jonny from his fantastic comedy band, Jonny and The Baptists or from his critically acclaimed play, Every Brilliant Thing Find more of his work at www.jonnydonahoe.co.uk There's a longer version of this podcast and a LOAD of extras from p…

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Who benefits from the AI power bottleneck? 34:56

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The bottleneck holding back AI is a scarcity of power, or so goes the story. That may be true — and plenty of reporting backs it up — but different actors in the space face varying incentives to play up or play down that narrative. So what incentives are at play, and how do they shape each player's story? In this episode, Shayle talks to Shanu Math…

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Hawaiian Heritage and Geothermal Energy: A Cultural Clash 1:00:53

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In this episode, Co-host Carry Kim speaks with Terri Napeahi, a Native Hawaiian advocate and founder of the Keaukaha Action Network, about the significant health, cultural, and environmental impacts of geothermal energy development in Hawai’i. Terri shares her personal journey and the ongoing struggles of the Native Hawaiian community against indus…

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Our NEW Obsessions (teaser) 9:55

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Each month we record an Patreon VIDEO podcast for out £5 Tier of higher. Here's a little sneak peak of the November Episode. If you'd like to join go over to: https://patreon.com/neurodivergentmomentspod In this episode Joe and Abigoliah discuss the complicated holiday Thanksgiving. Joe recomends some great music, and Abigoliah talks about K-Pop De…

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Mount Pleasant Oilers Football Coach Jason McIntyre 8:33

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JW sits down with Coach McIntyre to discuss the Mount Pleasant Oilers's upcoming State Finals game against Dewitt on Sunday, November 30th at 12:30pm

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A feast of hot takes 1:03:00

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This year in energy has had the vibes of a dysfunctional family gathering: everyone showed up with big feelings, and no one agreed on the menu. To celebrate Thanksgiving, we’re processing the chaos right at the dinner table. In this holiday special, the team matches classic Thanksgiving guest archetypes with the biggest energy storylines of 2025. W…

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The Wampanoag Legacy: Critical Backstory to the First Thanksgiving 1:06:09

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Join us for a profound conversation with Paula Peters from 2024, a citizen of the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe, as we unravel the myths surrounding Thanksgiving and explore the rich history and culture of the Wampanoag people. Discover the untold stories of colonization, the impact of diseases, and the ongoing struggle for land and cultural preservation…

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America's Critical Minerals Crisis 53:34

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Critical minerals sit at the heart of modern life—from phones and data centers to EVs, defense systems, and the power grid. Yet the U.S. remains heavily dependent on foreign supply chains for these resources that are dominated by China. In failing to develop holistic and responsible mineral supply chains the U.S. risks bottlenecks in semiconductors…

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Looking for a turnaround in transmission 29:15

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After years of stalled transmission buildout, there are new signs of progress. Earlier this month, SPP approved $8.6 billion in transmission projects across 14 states. Major plans are emerging in MISO, PJM, and ERCOT. Despite the DOE canceling its loan guarantee, the Grain Belt Express is still moving forward. And regardless of court battles, so is…

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Captura's high-stakes gamble 30:21

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Back in January, Captura CEO Steve Oldham was sitting in a conference room in Hawaii, entertaining reps from the company’s first potential customer. What the customer didn’t know was that Captura’s ocean-based carbon removal pilot –the whole reason for the visit – still wasn’t working. The stakes were high. Steve’s team needed to prove they could p…

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New Mexico proves America can still build [partner content] 31:15

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Across the country, people are asking the same question: why is it so hard to build in America? From transmission lines to clean energy factories, projects are taking longer, costs are rising, and frustration is growing. But in New Mexico, two cabinet secretaries are trying to show that it doesn’t have to be this way. Together, Economic Development…

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The Lithium Rush: Can the Salton Sea Save Us? 1:09:51

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In this episode, we explore the critical role lithium plays in the clean renewable energy transition, focusing on the potential of the Salton Sea in the Southern California desert as a lithium-rich resource. Well, there has been plenty of hype from industry as well as some clean energy advocates and environmentalists saying this could be the answer…

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Kourtney John Discusses Clare Buck Pole 5:01

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JW sits down with Kourtney John from the Clare Area Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Clare Buck Pole happening on Saturday, November 15th at Ruckle's Pier in Clare

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The grid resilience dilemma 1:01:10

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Utilities are facing a collision of pressures: extreme weather, rising load, affordability concerns, and growing regulatory friction. Everyone agrees the grid needs to be hardened. But the real question is: how much resilience should we pay for? On one side, utilities are confronting unprecedented stress from storms, wildfires, flooding, and heat. …

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S08E06 Confidence with Sarah Amero 59:52

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We're back with more neurodivergent moments and another member of the Daily Tism writing team Sarah Amero. We talk to Sarah about her psychology degree, writing for The Daily Tism and CONFIDENCE!!! Read some of Sarah's hilarious Daily Tism articles here: https://thedailytism.com/author/sarahamero/ There's a longer version of this podcast and a LOAD…

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Driving down the cost of green hydrogen 41:28

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A few years ago, industry and political leaders embraced hydrogen as a solution to a laundry list of hard-to-abate decarbonization challenges — steel production, ammonia production, and more. But hydrogen failed to come down in costs and policymakers pulled back support. Ultimately, the bubble burst. So what does it take to drive down the costs of …

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Marine Veterans Jeremy and Joe 12:44

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For Veteran's Day 2025, JW sits down with Marine veterans Jeremy and Joe to discuss their times in the military

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Padraic McMeel of Mount Pleasant Chamber 5:26

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JW sits down with Padraic to discuss the Community Impact Showcase happening on Monday, November 17th at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort as well as other upcoming events in the Mount Pleasant area

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No More Joshua Trees? Climate Change in the Desert 1:00:16

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The Joshua tree is an icon and ecological keystone of the California deserts. However, climate disruption with hotter, drier summers and more frequent brush fires, threatens that some day soon Joshua Tree National Park will no longer have any Joshua trees.We discuss these systems and investigate what solutions are needed. Are solar farms in the des…

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Boston Metal’s path to carbon-free steel 37:38

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This year in the U.S., steel manufacturers will produce more than 71 million tons of steel – enough to build nearly 200 Empire State buildings. It's a stunning statistic, but not surprising. The steel industry has fueled economic growth and innovation in America since the early 1800s. But for every ton of conventional steel produced, two tons of CO…

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Dalis to the Rescue 6:39

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JW sits down with Dalis Hitchcock from the animal shelter Dalis to the Rescue based in Alma to discuss what is new at the shelter

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Clue: High School Edition 2:45

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JW sits down with a couple cast members of Mount Pleasant High School's production of Clue: High School Edition, happening November 6th - November 8th

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Bill Gates caused a climate meltdown 49:11

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After Bill Gates dropped a new climate manifesto, the internet did what it always does: lost its mind. Conservatives claimed victory, progressives accused him of selling out, and somewhere in the middle was a real debate about how the energy transition actually happens. This week, in our episode recorded live at Greentown Labs, we’re jumping into t…

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How FERC and Your Home Could Fast-Track AI Power 56:04

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AI is reshaping the economy — and now it’s reshaping the electric grid. The growth of AI data centers is fueling an unprecedented spike in power needs — and policymakers are scrambling for creative ways to meet it. In this episode of Political Climate, we explore two different approaches to expanding the nation’s power capacity: A novel federal ini…

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Inside a $300 million bet on AI for physical R&D 36:26

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A big problem with using artificial intelligence to discover new materials? It struggles to predict beyond its training data. That means AI might be better at optimizing known materials than discovering entirely new ones — like a room temperature superconductor or carbon-capture sorbents. But since we last covered the topic in September 2024, a few…

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Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica’s Unprecedented Storm and its Aftermath 1:04:03

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In this episode, we confront the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm in recorded history to strike Jamaica with massive damage to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. We hear firsthand accounts from Jamaican survivors who faced terrifying winds and flooding, and we delve into the role of climate change in intensifyin…

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The real reason electricity prices are rising 1:02:03

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Here’s something surprising: in states like North Dakota and Texas, the surge of new industrial and data center load has actually moderated electricity prices. The very thing many people blame for higher power bills has, in some cases, had the opposite effect. According to a new report from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, load growth has slightly l…

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S08E05 Time Management with Ibs Sessay 1:09:33

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This week we have a wonderful guest in Ibs Sessay. We talk to Ibs about time management and it was a delight! Check out Ibs on Instagram where he is @fairtradecocobeans Also check out Joe's tour which continues this Sunday and Monday in Norwich and Nottingham: https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-joe-wells-1394683 There's a longer version of this po…

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Unpacking DOE's proposal to transform data center interconnection 40:37

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Last Thursday, Energy Secretary Chris Wright directed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to consider rulemaking to fast-track interconnection for large loads — as long as they agree to be curtailable or colocate with dispatchable generation. So what does this proposal actually mean for interconnection? In this episode, Shayle talks with Allis…

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The Power of Place: Bioregional Solutions to the Climate Crisis 1:08:11

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In this episode, we explore the urgent need for bioregional climate action with Colette Pichon Battle, Eriel Deranger, and Thomas Linzey with Justin Winters moderating. These panelists came together at the 2025 Bioneers Conference in Berkeley, California [https://bioneers.org/] to share their powerful stories and insights on how local communities c…

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Kourtney John of Clare Area Chamber of Commerce 3:44

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JW sits down with Kourtney to discuss upcoming events in the Clare area

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Peggy from Christmas Outreach 8:28

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JW sits down with Peggy to discuss the Isabella County Christmas Outreach

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Tonya Secar of Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort 2:49

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DJ sits down with Tonya to discuss Halloween events happening at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort

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Jenny and Amy from Rotary Club 11:45

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JW sits down with Jenny and Amy from the Mount Pleasant Rotary Club to discuss their auction happening from Sunday, October 26th to Tuesday, October 28th

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The AI race is really an electro-industrial race 55:36

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After years of U.S. restrictions on advanced semiconductors, Beijing is fighting back by cutting off exports of the raw materials that make those chips possible: rare earths, graphite, gallium, germanium — the invisible ingredients inside motors, power electronics, defense systems, and data centers. The move caught Washington off guard. The Treasur…