Best Stay Weird Stay Committed Podcasts (2025)

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When Did You Know? 40:41

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Two people who were perfectly content being single walk into a conversation and stumble into something undeniable: clear alignment, unforced depth, and a joy that didn’t fade when the room got quiet. We unpack how high standards—no lies, no cheating, clear boundaries, reciprocity—didn’t make love harder to…

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California’s grid under pressure: affordability, AI, and the future of electricity markets 44:16

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California is often described as the state where you can see the future of the US, and of the world. That has certainly been true in terms of some of the problems faced by the electricity grid. California has been grappling with the impact of wildfires and a big shift to renewable generation, and now faces the prospect of rising power demand from e…

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In Love With Potential (S3 E7) 32:19

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Ever fallen for someone’s potential and woke up wondering when the real partnership would start? We dive straight into the messy middle: why “perfect” is a myth, how settling sneaks in under the banner of optimism, and what it takes to choose yourself without apology. From the first laugh‑out‑loud “dead gr…

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What happened at COP30? The key points on cutting emissions, adapting to a warming world, and raising the finance to pay for it 56:45

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The COP30 climate talks in Belem wrapped up over the weekend, and reactions to the outcome were sharply divided. Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, said “climate cooperation is still alive…we’re undeniably still in it and we are fighting back.” Others said the COP had been another failure, with a final statement that amounted to “a fo…

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What happened in COP30’s first week? Support for energy efficiency and a status report on methane show which climate initiatives are still making progress 52:49

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Negotiations in the COP 30 climate talks are continuing in Belem, Brazil. The headlines are focusing on the divisions between countries that are shaping this year’s climate talks. But despite the doom and gloom, there are some practical steps being taken to support the transition towards lower-carbon energy. There may be a notable lack of significa…

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The COP30 climate talks are under way In Brazil. What is the point of the conference? 48:13

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COP30, which began this week in Belém, Brazil, marks a decade since the Paris Agreement was adopted at COP21 in 2015. It’s being billed as the “implementation COP”: instead of grand new announcements of international agreements, governments are supposed to be focused on delivering on the commitments they have already made. Host Ed Crooks and regula…

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How are businesses rethinking energy and sustainability? COP30 starts in Belem as climate action falters 31:01

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COP30, now getting under way in Belem, Brazil, has been billed as “the implementation COP”, which means a focus on governments taking real steps to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement. We will be examining all the key issues for government negotiators in the talks very soon. But for this show, we are looking at the role of business. At New Yor…

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Who Gets To Call You Home (S3 E6) 24:40

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Family shouldn’t be a box you’re forced into; it should be a home you build on purpose. We dig into what “soul kin” really means and why the people who know your weird and love you harder for it become the truest definition of family. From childfree choices and the joyful chaos of dogs, a cat, and a fast-g…

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Energy addition, not energy transition? What does it mean for the future of our energy system, and the climate? | Special episode recorded at ADIPEC, the world’s largest energy event 45:16

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As world leaders, businesses and NGOs start their journeys to Brazil for the COP30 climate talks, more than 200,000 people attended ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi, the world’s biggest energy event. Energy Gang was there to bring you the highlights from the week’s discussions. One of the key talking points was the theme of energy addition, rather than transiti…

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Speed to power: how can America accelerate the build-out of the next grid? | special episode from the ACORE Grid Forum in Washington DC 1:01:19

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Electricity demand in the US is rising faster than it has in decades, driven by AI and a wave of investment in domestic manufacturing. But with transmission lines and other electricity infrastructure taking years to permit and build, how can America secure the power it needs fast enough to remain competitive? In this special episode of The Energy G…

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HalloWooWoo (S3E5) 48:48

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE In the spirit of Halloween and Samhain - QC talks paranormal activity and all things spooky. You know the feeling when the back of your neck tingles? Or when you witness something unexplainable, like a bottle cap flying through the air that came from seemingly nowhere? Ghosts? Maybe. Spooky action at a dis…

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AI could break the electricity grid. What do regulators and the industry need to do to keep the lights on? 59:47

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What happens when the surge in electricity demand comes faster than we can build the infrastructure to support it? Live in front of an audience at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, host Ed Crooks leads a conversation on the future of the US energy grid, skyrocketing load from data centers and electrification, and why politics keeps gett…

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How energy diversification can drive development | Special pre-ADIPEC preview episode 28:01

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As global energy systems evolve, emerging economies face a defining challenge: how to secure affordable power for today while investing in the low-carbon solutions that will drive tomorrow’s growth. Can energy diversification unlock a new era of industrial development, resilience, and inclusive prosperity? In the third and final episode of our spec…

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Messy Growth, Real Progress (S3E4) 20:18

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Messy growth doesn’t mean you’re off track; it’s often the clearest sign you’re expanding. We riff on a weekly ceramics class and the two rules that keep us moving when life feels chaotic: keep going, then blend it out. Clay teaches what spreadsheets can’t—how momentum and gentle adjustments create form, a…

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Permitting reform and the politics of building the grid | Live from the ACORE Grid Forum in Washington, D.C. 47:28

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Everyone agrees it takes too long and costs too much to build energy infrastructure in America, but what exactly needs fixing, and can we make progress without rolling back vital environmental protections? In this special episode of Energy Gang, recorded live at the ACORE Grid Forum in Washington D.C., host Ed Crooks takes a deep dive into one of t…

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The new nuclear renaissance - real or rhetoric? | Special pre-ADIPEC preview episode 38:07

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Nuclear power is back at the centre of the global energy conversation again. Is a real renaissance in the industry under way? Or are we just in another moment of excitement before familiar challenges emerge and the hype cycle turns down again? In the second of three special episodes ahead of ADIPEC 2025, host Ed Crooks speaks with Dr Sama Bilbao y …

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The Library of Us (S3E3) 28:21

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Join us as Eryn and Cori share their favorite movies! From cult classics to hidden gems -- we're going through movies that have a special place in our hearts and our home. The Library of Us (A playlist of trailers is available HERE!) Showgirls (1995) Kung Pow: Enter the Fist (2002) Army of Darkness (1993) …

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The connected world of energy | Special episode from Wood Mackenzie 44:05

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Host Ed Crooks talks to Jason Liu, Chief Executive of Wood Mackenzie and co-author (with Chief Analyst Simon Flowers) of a new book, Connected, about the fast-changing world of energy. They are also joined by Sunaina Ocalan, formerly Senior Director for Corporate Strategy & Climate at the oil and gas company Hess, now Senior Analyst and Co-Head for…

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Does low-carbon hydrogen still have a future? | Special pre-ADIPEC preview episode 39:50

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Low-carbon hydrogen has taken a few knocks in the headlines lately. There have been cancelled projects and fewer splashy announcements. Policy support has been jittery. Is momentum fading, or are we simply moving out of the hype phase and into the serious work of delivery? Host Ed Crooks puts that question to two industry leaders who are aiming to …

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Conflict Without Combat (S3 E2) 27:41

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE We can disagree. We can argue. We don't have to cause harm. We don't have to be mean. That's conflict without combat. In this episode, Eryn and Cori talk about why fighting to 'win' never works (for any one), they talk about what they've learned through their worst conflicts and they give strategies on way…

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Divvying Up The Dirty Work (S3 E1) 24:18

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE We're back. We couldn't 't leave you waiting for a new season! Working together has never felt so easy — Cori and Eryn talk about how they like to “Divvy Up The Dirty Work” We're talking anything from chores to finances and even the podcast, our pets and the pantry — getting it all done takes some effort i…

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How can the grid help AI, and how can AI help the grid? Live from NYU at New York Climate Week, featuring leaders from Nvidia and Amazon | Energy Gang Live from Climate Week 1:08:25

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Recorded in front of a packed room at NYU’s Kimmel Center during Climate Week NYC, Ed Crooks and Amy Myers Jaffe moderate a debate on the high-stakes topic of AI and energy. They dig deep into the questions raised by the surge of investment in data centers: what it means for grid stability and electricity bills, and how new technologies and market …

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Comprehension and Communism (S2E11) 22:00

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We wanna hear from you! Text the show HERE Have you ever felt like you just don't get it? Yeah, we get that. From understanding comprehension to flexing our skills - we share insights and amplify stories of hope. In this (not always pretty) human experience -- it's okay to take a moment and slow down to see the bigger picture. Even with deadlines, …

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What do China’s climate commitments mean for energy? 50:41

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For COP30, the international climate talks in Brazil in November, the countries of the world are supposed to roll out their new Nationally Determined Contributions or NDCs: their commitments to cut emissions. China’s NDC is particularly eagerly awaited: it is the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases. Its NDC has been described as the most im…

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Everyone is talking (again!) about a coming revival in nuclear power. What needs to change to make it happen? | More from New York Climate Week 47:50

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At Climate Week NYC continues, the hottest topic is the question of how to meet growing demand for electricity while cutting emissions. In New York State, electricity use is expected to increase by 25% over the next 15 years. To meet that demand, the state plans to add tens of gigawatts or renewables. But that is not enough. It also wants more “dis…

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As the pressure for climate action fades, what is driving investment in clean energy? | The big talking points from New York Climate Week 36:03

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It’s New York Climate Week this week, and we’re bringing you highlights from all the key debates and discussions. Climate Week NYC is one of the most important gatherings in the energy calendar, bringing together business leaders, investors, scientists, campaigners and policymakers to discuss the global effort to prevent catastrophic global warming…

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Carbon capture could be an important tool for tackling climate change. Can we find productive ways to use that carbon? 42:58

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As fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, there is renewed interest in what can be done to capture carbon dioxide. Until now, most of the investment in carbon capture has gone into projects to take those emissions and store them underground forever. But what if we could make use of that captured carbon? To find out what role…

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Data centers for AI will need to embrace flexibility if our electricity system is going to cope. How can large loads support the grid? 50:43

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AI is adding to US electricity consumption at a pace not seen in decades. That demand growth is creating new strains on the grid in many parts of the country. But what if AI could instead help keep the system running? Varun Sivaram is a founder & CEO of Emerald AI and a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. He says that far from underm…

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It’s the most talked-about academic paper this year in the world of energy. Rethinking Load Growth, co-authored by Tyler Norris of Duke University has caused a stir in energy circles because it offers a new perspective on the hottest issue of the moment: how to provide power for new data centers and other large consumers. With new sources of electr…