Best Local Energy Rules Podcasts (2025)

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The Town That Could Spark a Public Power Revolution — Episode 243 of Local Energy Rules 36:43

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Slayton's public power takeover aims to improve reliability and safety. | Show page available: https://ilsr.org/articles/slayton-public-power-ler243/| Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, leave a recommendation …

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Pickleball, Paydays & Forcing Parties | Maggie Zheng w/ Court & Crew 34:16

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 A productivity party disguised as a girls’ night 🔹 Why scones should be illegal in all 50 states 🔹 A pickleball tip that'll win you the middle every time 🔹 The lost sock party that turned into a life epiphany Plus, Maggie Zheng from Court & Crew joins us to talk ditching med school, serving fits on a…

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Want a public safety career in Utah? $45 and concurrent enrollment can get you a living wage right out of high school. 21:56

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Utah is building an innovative pipeline that could turn high school into a pathway to public safety careers. Rep. Matthew Gwynn is joined by Weber State University President Brad Mortensen and Utah Department of Corrections Executive Director Jared Garcia to discuss a new program that will let students earn concurrent enrollment credit, complete th…

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Is Pickleball Bad for the Planet? + What We’d Bank for Life | Carrie & Stephanie w/ Dink and Dash App 43:48

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 Life events we wish we could bank (hello, knees and hormones) 🔹 A Dink or Destroy on leaving the house after pickleball 🔹 Pickleball patience vs. power — which really wins? 🔹 And yep… is pickleball killing the planet? Plus, Carrie & Stephanie from Dink and Dash App drop in with stories and a fresh ta…

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A Public Power Struggle in Tucson — Episode 242 of Local Energy Rules 44:13

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Affordability and clean energy are driving a public power campaign to take over Tucson’s investor-owned utility. | Show page available: https://ilsr.org/articles/tucson-public-power-ler242/| Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget to subscribe, share wi…

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Pickleball Open Play vs. Scramble & Naked Confessions | Richard Martinez w/ Sun City Pickleball 32:28

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 Naked balcony confessions from one fearless host 🔹 The open play vs. scramble pickleball debate that could split your friend group 🔹 How to earn a new way to take a loose tooth out Plus, Richard Martinez from Sun City Pickleball joins us to share insider strategies, format secrets, and the quirks of …

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🎙️ Episode 10: “Valkyries Queen: Laeticia Amihere Rules the Court” 40:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re shining the spotlight on Laeticia Amihere, the Valkyries’ dynamic forward known as The Black Queen, rocking #3. A national champion with South Carolina under Dawn Staley, a 2023 WNBA first-round pick, and an Olympic medalist with Team Canada, Amihere has already made her mark on every stage she’s touched. Her g…

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418 - Business and Politics in Samoa with Sam Saili 33:41

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As Samoa prepares for a historic election this August, and as the country's economy emerges from the pandemic, CIPE's John Morrell sits down with Sam Saili, President of the Samoan Chamber of Commerce and CEO of SkyEye Pacific, a technology company providing innovative solutions for the Pacific. Sam discusses the state of the Samoan economy and bus…

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Pickleball Court Lines & Work Wife Drama | Jordan Bryant w/ PickleFlix 31:05

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 A wild breakdown of “work wives” and why your pickleball partner might be your emotional sidepiece 🔹 Crocs vs. skinny jeans—who ya got in the ultimate foot fashion face-off? 🔹 The unspoken pickleball court lines that matter (and the ones you should ignore like a boss) 🔹 A biohacking frog poison detox…

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Solving Problems, Not Saying No: Inside Utah DEQ’s New Approach 21:50

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On this episode of House Rules, Rep. Paul Cutler joins DEQ Director Tim Davis to talk air quality, water conservation, and Utah’s approach to smart environmental policy. They discuss how Utah has made historic progress on air quality, how the state is tracking dust from the Great Salt Lake, and how wildfire smoke is being monitored year-round. Davi…

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Smart Homes, Stronger Grids, Thanks to Distributed Power Plants — Episode 241 of Local Energy Rules 44:44

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Learn about how distributed power plants lower electric bills and stabilize the grid.| Show page available: https://ilsr.org/articles/distributed-power-plants-ler241/| Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/| Don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, leave a…

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Your Paddle’s Cooked & So Is Your Brain | Brenda Lopez w/ Cash Queens Pickleball 41:49

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 A paddle PSA 🔹 The science-shattering truth about fruit (sorry, strawberries) 🔹 Tanning beds > long intros—Murder, She Wrote, we’re looking at you 🔹 The love-hate relationship with short form video Plus, Brenda Lopez from Cash Queens Pickleball breaks down how she’s turning clinics into cash games an…

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In Clash Over Public Lands, Utah Asks For Local Stewardship 24:33

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Rep. Logan Monson talks with Redge Johnson, director of Utah’s Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office, about Utah’s continued fight to keep public lands in public hands, managed locally. Not from Washington. They break down the differences between Senator Mike Lee’s federal public lands proposal and Utah’s own plan to create a state-run Department…

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Why Pickleball Players Should Wear Zebra Stripes + Net-Cord Drama | Ace Rodrigues w/ Pickleball Kingdom 40:20

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 Tumbler hoarding confessions and cold vs. dry pantry logistics 🔹 The great debate: should you fake-apologize for net-cord winners? 🔹 What it’s like to podcast with your day-job coworkers Then we sit down with Ace Rodrigues , the founder of Pickleball Kingdom, to talk court-building flops, franchise w…

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🎙️ Episode 9: “Veteran Spark: Tiffany Hayes Lights Up the Valkyries” 40:40

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re celebrating one of the Valkyries’ most experienced leaders: Tiffany Hayes, #15. A UConn champion turned WNBA All-Star, Hayes spent over a decade dominating in Atlanta, powered through Connecticut, powered Vegas off the bench, and now brings her scoring fire and veteran wisdom to the Bay. She’s a mentor in the l…

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Why BlackRock Wants to Buy Your Electric Utility — Episode 240 of Local Energy Rules 44:16

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Minnesota Power's sale would saddle captive utility customers with higher rates, but bring millions to shareholders. | Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/blackrock-utility-purchase-ler240/ | Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget to subscrib…

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Thick & Hardy Pickleball Vibes | Pt. 2 Brian Bradley w/ Structural Health Expert 35:39

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 Thick & Hardy: the jean brand that never was 🔹 Gas station snacks as adult therapy 🔹 Why your warmup should not include stretching before pickleball 🔹 “I eat meat but identify as vegan” — Brian Bradley’s wellness mic drop Plus, Brian Bradley from the structural health world joins us to talk about fix…

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Weird Childhood Snacks & Pickleball Biohacks | Brian Bradley w/ Egoscue Institute (Pt.1) 37:01

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 Ketchup on pancakes (arrest-worthy) 🔹 Tipping culture: who deserves it and who can kick rocks 🔹 The #1 reason your pickleball game sucks (hint: it’s your spine) 🔹 Free posture help from Brian Bradley, a dude who fixes Navy SEALs Brian Bradley’s here to save your body and roast your weak-ass dink. 🎧 L…

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🎙️ Episode 8: "All About Mo – Monique Billings, our Valkyries Renaissance Woman" 48:38

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re showing love to one of the Valkyries’ fiercest and finest forces: Monique Billings, #25. From dominating at UCLA to making her mark in Atlanta, and now rocking black and violet in the Bay, Mo’s journey is all about having her hands in so many flourishing pots. She’s the heartbeat of the paint, a fan favorite, a…

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The Truth Behind California’s High Electric Bills — Episode 239 of Local Energy Rules 51:07

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Utility overspending, not rooftop solar, is driving California’s rising rates – Richard McCann debunks the “cost shift” myth.| Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/truth-behind-CA-electric-bills-ler239/ Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget t…

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DUPR Ratings, Bed Snacks & Questionable Cologne Choices | Andrea w/ Cat 5 Pickleball 32:09

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 The exact moment soup-in-bed became a lifestyle 🔹 A cologne con so bold it ended in marriage 🔹 DUPR finally explained like you're not a pro (because you're not) Plus, Andrea from Cat 5 Pickleball drops in to talk racquetball roots, coaching vibes, and why glow pickle is a gateway drug. 🎧 Listen now b…

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Utah leads: Lawmakers Push Back on Fluoride, Food Dyes, and SNAP Soda Purchases 26:25

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Speaker Mike Schultz joins Reps. Stephanie Gricius and Kristen Chevrier to talk about Utah’s bold new health reforms: banning fluoride in public water, eliminating food dyes in schools, and restricting soda purchases with SNAP. The lawmakers explain why Utah is leading on parental choice, nutrition, and medical freedom alongside the Make America He…

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Can Pretty Be Powerful? Decency Laws, Pickleball Injuries | Karen w/ The Pretty Pickleball Company 40:57

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Share Your Thoughts! 🎙️ Can “pretty” be powerful? Karen from The Pretty Pickleball Company says yes—and she brought receipts (and sparkles). 🔥 We’re diving into: The one decency law we’d all pass (spoiler: check your fridge) Celebrity paddles, carbon fiber fairy tales & unapologetic branding Pickleball injuries, Blue Zones, and why playing might he…

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🎙️ Episode 7: “Big Vet Energy from a Small Town Gal: Kayla Thornton’s Hustle, Humor & Hold-It-Down Game” 38:16

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Send us a text In episode 7, we’re showing love to one of the Valkyries’ real-deal anchors: Kayla Thornton. She’s an incredible defender, experienced vet, and the kind of player every team needs and wants. From going undrafted to grinding her way through Washington, Dallas and New York, Kayla’s journey shows grind and glory, and now she’s holding i…

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Meet Utah’s New House Majority Leader: Rep. Casey Snider 19:20

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In this episode of House Rules, Utah House Majority Leader Casey Snider joins Rep. Stephen Whyte to discuss his path to leadership and the principles that guide him. A conservative lawmaker, farmer, and public lands advocate from Cache County, Rep. Snider shares how his rural background and service experience shape his legislative work. He reflects…

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Australia’s Rooftop Solar Revolution: A Postcard from the Future — Episode 238 of Local Energy Rules 1:00:20

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Australia leads the world in rooftop solar adoption, offering crucial lessons for regulators and grid operators in the United States. | Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/australias-rooftop-solar-revolution-ler238/ Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | …

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Pickleball, Moon Landing & Recovery | Evan Slaughter w/ Fit to Serve 47:42

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Share Your Thoughts! We’re coming in hot with: 🧻 A heated debate about how to hang your toilet paper 🌕 Moon landing conspiracies we probably shouldn’t believe 🩳 Pickleball advice from a guy in jorts (you already know) 🕵️‍♂️ A surprise cameo from the actual Secret Service Plus, Evan Slaughter aka Fit to Serve opens up about addiction recovery, disco…

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🎙️ Episode 6: « Kate Money Martin Brings her Team Spirit Glue to the Valks » 44:42

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Send us a text In episode 6, we’re talking game and fame of Valkyries' talented guard, Kate Martin. She's the energetic spark plug, the on-court coordinator, and our rising star now rocking the Golden State Valkyries jersey #20. From her 6-year run at Iowa to stepping up big in her second WNBA season, Kate’s journey is one of resilience, leadership…

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Pickleball, Therapy & Gen Z Slang Battles | Michelle w/The Dink Shrink 41:28

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Share Your Thoughts! What do Gen Z slang, paddle throwing, and OnlyFans all have in common? Apparently, this episode. We kick things off with a generational slang trivia battle—Boomers to Gen Alpha—where words like “mid,” “skibidi,” and “gag me with a spoon” cause complete chaos. ("Wait… yacht means big booty now?!") Then we’re joined by Michelle, …

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🎙️ Episode 5: “IQ, Defense, Repeat: Veronica Burton in the Ballhalla Building” 35:35

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re talking about Veronica Burton—the defensive dynamo, brainy baller, and clutch playmaker now rocking the Golden State Valkyries jersey #22. From Northwestern stardom to her grit-filled seasons with Dallas and Connecticut, Veronica’s journey is one of smarts, hustle, and quiet consistency. But we’re not just here…

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Boosting Consumer Control with Better Utility Governance — Episode 237 of Local Energy Rules 1:05:34

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What if we changed monopoly utility governance to give consumers more control over utility decisions?By Local Energy Rules

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Pickleball Excuses, UK Growth & Competitive Dating | Dawna Strouse w/Dink Date 37:49

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Share Your Thoughts! Is “I usually play better” the most delusional line in rec play? In this week’s Dink or Destroy, we’re calling out excuse-energy and debating whether it’s ever okay to downplay a loss. Then we sit down with Dawna Strouse, founder of Dink Date—a new AI-powered app making waves in the pickleball world by matching players on and o…

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“We Just Never Give Up”: Chief Brian Redd on Public Safety in Salt Lake City 18:58

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In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Tyler Clancy sits down with Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd to talk about law enforcement, homelessness, and public safety in Utah’s capital city. Chief Redd reflects on his first 100 days as chief, sharing his top priorities: hiring, morale, fentanyl, mental health, and the overlap between addiction, cri…

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🎙️ Episode 4: “Brains, Buckets, & British Vibes: It’s Temi Fagbenle Time” 29:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re talking about Temi Fagbenle—the seasoned vet, Olympic baller, and newest powerhouse joining the Golden State Valkyries wearing jersey #14. From London roots to Harvard halls to WNBA locker rooms (most recently with the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark), Temi’s story is global, grounded, and so inspiring. But thi…

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Flirting at Open Play & Viral Pickleball Anthems | Ellie Santra w/ Pickleball Is Life 37:28

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Share Your Thoughts! 🎤 Zumba. Shimmies. Flirting mid-rally?! This week’s Kitchen Talk kicks off with a wild story from the court—when one player turned open play into open season for single men. Spoiler: he was married. And yes, we name names (sort of). 💅 Then we serve up an interview with Ellie Santra, the viral singer-songwriter behind the “Big D…

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🎙️ Episode 3: “Bonjour, Carla Leite: The Valkyries’ French Phenomenon” 20:58

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Send us a text In this episode, we talk about Carla Leite—the fearless 19-year-old guard from France who’s now suiting up for the Golden State Valkyries wearing jersey #0. From dominating the court in Lyon to making her WNBA debut in the Bay, Carla brings boldness, flair, and a whole lot of promise. But this convo isn’t just about her stats or pote…

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Utah Rethinks Higher Education Funding. Who’s Involved and Why Students Should Care. 21:54

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In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Karen Peterson talks with Utah Commissioner of Higher Education Geoffrey Landward about House Bill 265, a new law reshaping how Utah funds its public colleges and universities. As the state asks institutions to realign resources with student demand and workforce needs, Peterson and Landward explain what the chan…

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Community Solar Cracks Gas Crisis in Alaska — Episode 236 of Local Energy Rules 42:51

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Discover how Alaska’s electric co-ops and the Cook Inlet gas crisis laid the groundwork for the state’s community solar policy.By Local Energy Rules

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Pickleball Tattoos, League Drama & Adulting Fails | Tommy Flaim w/ Silly Pickles 36:06

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Share Your Thoughts! This week’s News You Can Use is unhinged—in the best way. We’re talking cryptic floorboard messages, sketchy skeleton pranks, expired lettuce, and why adult life is just a series of bizarre plot twists. Plus, would you get a pickleball tattoo? We’re debating that and other ridiculous ideas. Then we chat with Tommy Flaim, the ma…

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🎙️ Episode 2: "Valkyries Coach Natalie Nakase — We’re Officially Obsessed" 30:42

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Send us a text In this episode, we talk about the Coach Natalie Nakase—head coach for the Golden State Valkyries and our new personal hero. We get into her journey from playing ball at UCLA to coaching overseas to breaking barriers in the NBA and now helping launch the Valkyries into greatness. But this convo isn’t about stats and sidelines—it’s ab…

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🎙️ Episode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)” 19:35

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Send us a text Episode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)” In our debut episode, we introduce ourselves—two former hoopers turned SF moms, educators, and entrepreneurs—and share why we’re all in on the new WNBA team in town: the Golden State Valkyries. We officially bleed lavender now. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan, a curious newcomer, or j…

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Pickleball Bruises, Playground Beef & Musty Pudding | Wes Dawg 31:19

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Share Your Thoughts! One of us took a pickleball straight to the butt—don’t worry, it's still family friendly. We’re talking open play chaos, the weirdest desserts ever created, and the childhood games we think deserve a pro sports comeback. Wes Dogg joins us to talk pickleball content, comedy, and building a brand while still drilling for dinks. A…

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Community Solar Complements New Hampshire’s Resident-Owned Communities — Episode 235 of Local Energy Rules 41:11

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Members of New Hampshire’s resident-owned communities are saving money through community solar.| Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/community-solar-in-nh-rocs-ler235/| Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget to subscribe, share with your frie…

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Unforced Errors, Rage Triggers & Prison Pickleball | Tim Schnupp w/The PutAway 31:56

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Share Your Thoughts! Overhead smashes, loud chewers, and cardboard hoarders—what do they all have in common? They drive us nuts. We’re breaking down unforced errors on and off the pickleball court, plus chatting with Tim from The PutAway in Maryland about building a killer community and facility. And in Dink or Destroy, we’re talking prison pickleb…

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Utah Fits All Court ruling explained: What it means for school choice, students & teacher pay 19:03

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A Utah judge has ruled the Utah Fits All Scholarship program unconstitutional — but the story is far from over. In this episode, Rep. Candice Pierucci and Sen. Kirk Cullimore, the original sponsors of the program, break down what the ruling actually means, why the scholarship is still active, and what comes next for the thousands of Utah families a…

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Pickleball, Parenting Rants & Poop Coffee?! | Trisha Shelley w/ Pickle Hood 30:35

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Share Your Thoughts! Pickleball, parenting rants, and poop coffee — what could go wrong? 🤯 We’re diving into pretentious parenting, shady pickleball open play players, and a toothpaste you definitely don’t want. Trisha Shelley from Pickle Hood joins us to talk community, confidence, and why pickleball magic matters. And in Dink or Destroy, we’re ca…

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A ‘North Star’ For California Utility Reform — Episode 234 of Local Energy Rules 55:50

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California’s Senate Bill 332 aims to address the immediate harms of the investor-owned utilities while also investing in a resilient future.| Show page available: https://ilsr.org/article/CA-utility-reform-ler234/ Listen to all of our Local Energy Rules podcast episodes at our site: https://ilsr.org/energy/local-energy-rules-podcast/ | Don't forget…

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Porch Naps, Popcorn Secrets & Pickleball Vibes | Jonathan “The Glove” Beasley 29:27

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Share Your Thoughts! What do porch naps, expired toilet paper, paddle stacking drama, and popcorn hacks have in common? Somehow…pickleball. In this episode, we dig into on-court etiquette, community quirks, accidental naps, and whether leaving voicemails is a generational curse. Then we hit the courts with Jon “The Glove” Beasley from Chesapeake, M…

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Pickle Richards, Paddle Stack Drama & League Showdowns | Roger Caneda 31:14

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Share Your Thoughts! We’ve all met one… the Pickle Richard at open play who forgets it’s a pickleball community, not a country club. We’re talking paddle-stacking chaos, net height secrets, and how bad behavior can kill the pickleball vibe. Then we dive into a Pickle Pal interview with Roger Caneda, a sponsored singles player making waves in the co…

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How Utilities Evade Grid Regulation — Episode 233 of Local Energy Rules 38:40

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Instead of prioritizing more useful regional transmission infrastructure, utilities are pushing through smaller, local transmission projects to minimize oversight and maximize profit.By Local Energy Rules