Best Dial A Pilot Podcasts (2025)

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The Failed Pilot - Episode September 4, 2025

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Playlist: J.J. Barnes - Chains Of Love The Heart Attacks - Babba Diddy Baby Betty Bibbs - Pounds Of Soul The Detroit Cobras - Midnight Blues The Undertakers - Stupidity The Mystery Lights - In The Streets Richard & The Young Lions - You Can Make It The Buckinghams - Don't Want To Cry Silver Fleet - Look Out World White Lightning - Born Too Rich The…

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What consumers really want from virtual power plants 1:04:50

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Plico Energy CTO George Martin says business is booming under the new home battery rebates, but the name of the VPP game remains the same. Plus news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Airline Pet Peeves | From The Flight Deck Podcast Ep.15 1:00:58

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From the Flight Deck Podcast is finally back after 6 months! In Episode 15, Christian joins us to discuss airline pet peeves, straight from our community poll. We asked what bothers YOU most about flying, and now we’re breaking it down from a pilot’s perspective. Whether you’re a nervous flyer, a frequent traveler, or just love aviation stories, th…

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The Failed Pilot - Episode August 28, 2025

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Playlist: The Novas - The Crusher The Silvertones - Kiddyo John Holt - Wasted Days & Wasted Nights Dennis Brown - Westbound Train Hortense Ellis - Young Hearts Run Free James Mason - I've Got My Eyes On You The Sugarhill Gang - Hot, Hot, Summer Day Vernon Burch - Get Up Eddie Johns - More Spell On You Tony Orlando - Don't Let Go Kebekelektrik - War…

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The Failed Pilot - Episode August 21, 2025

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Playlist: The Starlets - You Don't Love Me Les Serf - Mademoiselle YeYe Positively 13 - Psychotic Reaction The Crossfires - Justine The Missing Links - Wild About You The Barracudas - Summertime Fun Susan Lynne - Don't Drag No More Nikki & the Corvettes - Summertime Fun Tee Tahs - Fun Forever Sunny Four - Goody Good Ice Cream Man Tinker's Moon - Sh…

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The "zero-cost" VPP with big plans for empty rooftops 45:59

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National Renewable Network CEO Alan Hunter on his company's mission to get home solar and storage to the masses. Plus news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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The Failed Pilot - Episode August 14, 2025

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Playlist: The Cure - The Snakepit ZZ Top - Lizard Life The Church - Reptile The Strokes - Reptilia Lost Faculty - Drifter Drilo - Cuban Crocodile The Surf Coasters - Ultra Q's Theme Jonah Ray - Reptilicus (New Wave) Penny & The Pits - Ward of the Watershed The Saints - The Chameleon The Dead Milkmen - Big Lizard Phish - The Lizards (Live) The Budos…

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Start me up 50:49

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EnergyLab CEO Megan Fisher on the vital role start-up funding, mentoring and acceleration is playing in the evolution of consumer energy. Plus the news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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The Failed Pilot - Episode August 7, 2025

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Playlist: Sammy Davis Jr - Theme From "Shaft" Godiego, Ken Narita - House Love Theme Glen Danzig and the Power and Fury Orchestra - You & Me (Less Than Zero) Ennio Morricone - Punto e basta Davie Allan and the Arrows - Blue's Theme Michael Zager & Harry Manfredini - Theme from Friday the 13th, Pt. 3 Andrew Powell - The Search For Phillipe Marvin Ha…

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The Failed Pilot - Episode July 31, 2025

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Playlist: Rudy Green - My Mumbling Baby Dolores Johnson - Give Me Your Love Lonesome Sundown - My Home Is A Prison Danny Cobb - My Isabella Mabel Scott - Fool Burrow Shake Shake - Dippin' In My Business The Continental Cousins - Kana Kapila K.V. RAUCOUS & the Cave Dwellers - Riding High Jan Davis - Snow Surfing Matador The Boys - The Cobra The Torn…

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Poles, wires and fences 47:33

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Nexa Advisory's Stephanie Bashir on consumer energy, competition and holding networks to account. Plus: News of the week from the ACES conference in Sydney.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Looking beyond cheaper home batteries 52:38

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Con Hristodoulidis from the Clean Energy Council on how the federal home battery rebate is doing, two weeks in, and what comes next in the consumer energy revolution. Plus news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Can networks be nimble? 1:05:41

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Ausgrid's Rob Amphlett Lewis on the challenges and opportunities facing Australia's largest distribution network. Plus the launch of Australia's home battery rebate and other news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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The community that built its own renewable grid 48:12

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Kait Williamson from Flow Power on how one Victorian town built its own green power solution from the ground up. Plus the news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Home battery storage with the lot 1:05:48

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RedEarth CEO Marc Sheldon on the evolution of home batteries, the company's new "Microgrid in a Box" offering, and why he's not a fan of VPPs. Plus news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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The energy pilot that pays customers to dial down their solar 47:17

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Engie's Ryan Wavish on how the retailer is flipping the sun tax to make solar curtailment work for everyone.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Australia's waste panel problem – and how to turn it into a goldmine 1:02:39

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Smart Energy Council's Darren Johannesen explains how Australia's solar "waste" stream is actually a massive reclaimed resources opportunity – but the federal government needs to act fast. Plus, news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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How to make the most out of home batteries 52:16

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Amber Electric's Myles Eftos on how home batteries can be money making machines. Plus, a post-election debrief and Australia's new favourite battery.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Shouting from the rooftops 54:41

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OpenSolar's Sophie Wright on the mission to streamline solar businesses so that more money and time can be spent where it's most needed - putting panels on rooftops. Plus, the news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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A Teal take on what voters want – and how to give it to them 34:15

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NSW Independent Allegra Spender on her plan for permanent energy bill relief and what's missing from federal Labor's battery rebate. Plus, dispatches from the Smart Energy Conference.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Get ready for battery rebates 42:18

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Wayne Smith from the Smart Energy Council on what to expect from the federal home battery rebate (and when to expect it) and Australia's "sliding doors" energy election.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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In this Andy Kimbel Show episode, we'll take a listen to more real good artists performing some really good tunes. Join us and take a listen! Much appreciated! 58:22

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Join Andy Kimbel as he share's some great music by artists that include Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, Hot Tuna, Molly Tuttle, Susan Werner and others that will help brighten your day. Music is he one thing that we can all share and appreciate regardless of who you voted for, what your religious beliefs are, what nationality you are, your …

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5 Things Nervous Fliers Need to Know After the DC Accident 17:53

7M ago17:53

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Kyle discusses the 5 things nervous fliers need to know following the Washington DC aircraft accident. Book a call with us here.

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Los Angeles Burning! What the heck? Join Andy Kimbel for some tunes by a few great artists, a conversation with special studio guests. LA is going to build back better and stronger . Just watch 1:16:03

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The Andy Kimbel Show is back after a brief hiatus, and there's a lot to catch up on—Performances at The NAMM Show, The Grammy Awards, and the LA Fires. Though we'll steer clear of Washington D.C. for now, we do encourage you to visit MusiciansWhoCare.org! That's our mission, our passion. Now, let's dive into the music. Andy has handpicked some fant…

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How Aircraft Accidents of Years Past Further Aviation Safety Today 42:59

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In this episode, Kyle breaks down a massive moment in aviation when John K. Lauber, a member of the U.S National Transportation Safety Board recognized that although an aircraft accident in 1987 was pilot error, systemic issues led to the error. This became a groundbreaking moment in aviation leading to the development of new approaches to pilot tr…

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What is a Go Around? Landing at Airports with Short Runways (LGA, SAN, OGG) 42:33

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Today, on the From The Flight Deck podcast, we take listener questions from nervous fliers about go-around and whether some airports are more challenging than others to land at. Dial A Pilot is here to help the nervous flier community understand aviation and overcome their fear of flying through knowledge and empowerment. Ready to book your call? C…

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Chicago O'Hare Air Traffic Controller, Mike McCabe 1:21:14

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Today's episode is an amazing one. Chicago O'Hare Air Traffic Controller Mike McCabe joins us to explain how he and his colleagues keep us safe in the skies above Chicago. We dive into questions from nervous fliers such as: 1. How do you keep airplanes separated? 2. Is being an air traffic controller stressful? What is the most stressful part of th…

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A roller coaster year in review – and the keys to a smoother 2025 40:53

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In our final episode for the year, SunWiz's Warwick Johnston on the highs and the lows of 2024 for rooftop PV, home batteries and all those who make the industry tick. Plus the news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Boeing 737 First Officer Lisa, Depressurizations, Career Paths to the Flight Deck 42:30

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In today's episode, Kyle is joined by Boeing 737 First Officer, and Dial A Pilot member, Lisa! We take questions from our audience regarding depressurizations, what that means, how they happen, and how we handle them in the flight deck to ensure we safely land the airplane. Ready to overcome your fear of flying? Book a call with our pilot team and …

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The Andy Kimbel Show... Moving the world forward through music. Because that's what music does. It gives us a path forward regardless of what corner of the globe we live. 1:01:16

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Music teaches us that we really need to remind each other of it's power. Just think It makes people dance, perhaps it provides a will buy our records. But, that's just one part of it. Music is about making life better. It's one of the only things in life that brings people together. Out of your own free will, we get up out of our couch, fight traff…

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It's a consumer energy revolution! Can retailers go with the flow? 46:41

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Matthew van der Linden on Flow Power's big move into residential retail. Plus the latest on the rooftop PV market, SunDrive's innovation progress, and other news.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Questions from Our Listeners: Turbulence, Takeoff, and more! 43:44

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In this episode, we tackle these questions from listener Dawn: 1). Sometimes during turbulence, the plane drops rather than bumps. Why is that happening? What is the most drop you have felt and when should I worry? 2). Take us through a take off and landing and what we are feeling in our seats and why. 3). Why when flights are partway to 10,000 fee…

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Four million and counting – the race to make the PV puzzle pieces fit 52:10

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UNSW's Baran Yildiz on how Australia's millions of rooftop solar systems and other consumer energy assets are being integrated into the grid. Plus, a Tesla Powerwall to go with your Bunnings sausage? And other news of the week.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Scandinavian Turbulence, How Airport Infrastructure Furthers Aviation Safety 51:12

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In this episode, Joey and Kyle discuss the recent severe turbulence encounter on a Scandinavian flight that led to a diversion back to Copenhagen. Joey and Kyle also discuss airport infrastructure and how airports are designed to ensure aviation safety. Tune in to hear more! Ready to book a Dial A Pilot call? You can do so here.…

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Made in the clean power-generating shade 44:57

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Will Beaumont on how his company's patented modular technology is making it cheaper, easier and much sexier to install solar car park canopies – and add EV charging while you're at it.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Our Best Flights, Our Worst Flights 42:41

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In this episode, Kyle and Joey simply tell stories of their time in aviation. We find that our clients often feel significantly better after hearing that neither Kyle nor Joey has ever experienced any of the significant events that keep nervous travelers up at night. Ready to book your call? You can do so here.…

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We can all unite through music. Let's bring the country and the world closer together by this universal language. Great artists performing on a great show. The Andy Kimbel Show! 1:03:25

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Greg Allman & Taj Mahal, Nancy Griffith, Doc Watson, Tom Rush and other very talented artists on this pre- election edition of the Andy Kimbel Show. We'll also hear from several artists that launched their careers in Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Andy's home town. Tune in and enjoy another great hour of music on The Andy Kimbel Show Broadcast live eac…

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Fear of Flying with Dr. Holly Batchelder 33:05

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In this episode of Dial A Pilot, we sit down with Dr. Holly Batchelder, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in Anxiety, OCD, and Couples therapy. Dr. Batchelder shares her personal journey of overcoming flight anxiety, which she first experienced as a PhD student nearly a decade ago. Now, based in Seattle, WA, she integrates nature wit…

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Look ma, no gas! 59:34

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Clint Hare on Australia's most sustainable housing development, which has been building all-electric, super energy efficient homes on Victoria's Bass Coast for the past decade – with huge success.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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We're helping to unite the country and perhaps parts of the world though the universal language of music. Great music by great artists on The Andy Kimbel Show 1:03:57

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Welcome to Coast to Coast Live with Andy Kimbel Ready to tune into something extraordinary? Meet Andy Kimbel, a professional touring performer celebrated for his exquisite guitar skills and heartfelt songs. For Andy, it's all about connecting with people and making a difference. The Andy Kimbel Show invites you to discover a rich tapestry of singer…

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Captain Brett Cookston, Fear of Flying Questions, and How Captain Brett Built His Career 47:23

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In this episode, we’re joined by Captain Brett Cookston, an experienced pilot from the Dial A Pilot team, who is here to help nervous flyers overcome their fear of flying. Captain Brett answers listener questions and shares his career journey, shedding light on the reassuring facts about aviation that can ease common flying anxieties. He discusses …

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Can rooftop PV be a lifetime asset? 37:50

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Patrick Matweew from Enphase Energy on his journey from a coal town in Germany to a solar career in Queensland – and the big difference quality microinverters can make. Plus the week in solar news.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Navigating Fear: How Parenthood and Media Shaped Britt's Fear of Flying 41:46

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In this episode, we sit down with Britt, who opens up about how becoming a parent changed her relationship with flying. After having kids, she developed a fear of flying fueled by the constant negative media reports that painted air travel as unsafe. Britt shares her journey of navigating these fears, the impact it had on her life, and the steps sh…

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A special late 90's New Jersey Public Radio recording of Andy Kimbel on the fly. Making it up as he goes. Excerpts of a two hour performance and interview "One Man Jam Band to the Bone" 46:22

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Experience the incredible guitar prowess ofAndy Kimbel in this1998, (thereabouts'), New Jersey Public Radio performance and interview. Known for his “furious” guitar skills and captivating songs, Andy has been enchanting audiences across North America and Europe since 1992. He has graced numerous festivals, special events, coffee houses, colleges, …

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From Flap Failure to Flight School: How Kristin Overcame Her Fear of Flying 45:55

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In this episode, we sit down with Kristin, who transformed her fear of flying into a passion for aviation. Kristin shares her experience of a flap failure on an airliner, an event that shook her confidence in air travel and led her to run off an airplane before it even left the gate. But Kristin's story doesn't end there. With the help of our Dial …

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We're bringing the world closer through great music by great singer songwriters . Join in and listen. The Andy Kimbel Show. You won't be dissapointed! 57:00

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Andy Kimbel, with over 32 years as an acoustic singer-songwriter, has hosted more than 500 radio shows, including the Andy and Amanda Talk Show, Boat Talk Live, and this music show. In this episode, we feature artists from the Tumbleweed Music Festival in Richland, Washington: Natalie Price and Michael Hawkeye Herman. We’ll also enjoy tracks from B…

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Rise of an Australian PV Maverick 45:27

1y ago45:27

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5B's chief strategy officer Nicole Kuepper-Russell on the company's journey from concept scribbled on a napkin, to a factory in Adelaide that is walking the talk on solar innovation made in Australia.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast

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Turbulence... Specifically Denver, Why So Much? 34:34

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From the Flight Deck is back with another episode in our podcast! This time, we are answering YOUR questions. Today, we answer this from Kerry: "Go over turbulence and how it’s not dangerous - again! I can’t hear it enough", as well as "What is wrong with the Denver airport and why is it ALWAYS so turbulent on takeoff and approach?" from Alison! Yo…

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More of the 61st Philadelphia Folk Festival, The Tumbleweed Music Festival in Richland WA and more of the music you should be listening to on the Andy Kimbel Show, Connecting the world though music! 1:01:24

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We just came back from and East Coast Swing that included the Philadelphia Folk Festival. We'll hear more from the artists that performed, we'll check out artists that will be performing at the Tumbleweed Music Festival in Richland Washington this Labor Day Weekend (Including Andy himself), and we'll hear from artists like Chis Smither, Old Crow Me…

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Battery boom-time in the land of the diesel-free donga 44:39

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Nic Stone talks to Solar Insiders about the myriad innovative off-grid projects that are using PowerPlus Energy's Australian made – and made for Australia – batteries, including tons of renewable powered dongas.By Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast