Best HC Group Podcasts (2025)

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Elements of Influence: Yttrium, Rhenium and Graphite with Ellie Saklatvala 45:32

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Today, we discuss three critical minerals to illustrate, and challenge or reinforce the common narratives out there, the intractable problems those supply chains face - even with projected soaring future demand. And consequently, the influence these elements have on geopolitics and economics. Influence that is only growing. We're taking Yttrium, ,R…

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Doomberg Unleashed 1:02:38

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Today, we're joined by Doomberg, the most popular energy and commodity focused sub-stack. He and his team publish over 90 articles a year on the intersection of global energy and commodity policy, geopolitics, risk and technology. Today, it's Doomberg unleashed. How close are we to World War III? Are we already in it? What does that mean for the en…

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Chip War: How semi-conductors became the new oil with Chris Miller (Summer Repeat) 55:12

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Chip War: How semiconductors became the new oil with Chris Miller Semi-conductors, microchips, are the new oil - the scarce resource on which the modern world depends. Today, military, economic, and geopolitical power are built on a foundation of computer chips. This has only accelerated with the emergence of AI. Yet, the supply chain is incredibly…

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Transacting on Hard Mode: lawyering in the energy transition with Daniel Anziska 47:48

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Today, we do a deep dive into the role and challenges of a transaction lawyer in the energy transition. And why lawyering in the energy transition is lawyering on hard mode? What are the sources of complexity? What are the pain points about getting a project developed? How has current policy volatility impacted the energy transition particularly in…

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The Electrified Battlefront: energy, critical minerals and defense with Joe Bryan 48:01

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Today, we investigate the intersection of the energy transition, critical minerals and defense. As with commodities, warfare is also going through rapid and profound change, with the electrification of defense over the last 20 year. Batteries proliferate the battlefield and the energy transition is impacting national security. We are seeing the shi…

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War and Wheat: Navigating markets during global conflict with Dennis Voznesenski 45:38

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In this episode, we discuss the impact of conflict and war on commodities markets through the lens of a brand new book by Dennis Voznesenski: War and Wheat. Dennis is an agricultural economist at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and prior to that at Rabobank. Thoroughly researched, War and Wheat tells the story of how the agricultural markets far…

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HC Group's Q2 Market Review 4:33

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HC Group's Q2 Market Review - our quarterly magazine covering people trends, moves and analysis from within the global energy & commodities sector is available for download. Visit:https://www.hcgroup.global/insights/market-reviews/access-market-review-q2-2025 Likewise you can download Hyperion Search's clean tech and renewables here: https://hyperi…

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Lithium’s Hard Year with Caspar Rawles 35:35

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In 2024 the Lithium market saw huge price drops related to oversupply, a slowing EV adoption rate globally, as well as macroeconomic headwinds. Is this a pause or a more structural challenge? What is the long-term demand picture? How does geopolitics fit within that? Does technological change threaten the outlook? And in such a volatile market, why…

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Building Commodity Supply Chains in Trump’s America with Peter Stahley 44:39

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Today, we return to the subject of commodity supply chain policy, permitting and regulation and policy in the US, with the One Big Beautiful Bill going through reconciliation. Less public, but no less momentous, we cover the Seven County Infrastructure Supreme Court decision, which may herald Sea change in how new energy and mining projects can get…

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Equity Investing in Commodities with Matt Zabloski 45:52

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Today, we return to the subject of investing in commodities, this time from an equities angle. How has the sector performed over the last couple of decades and how much diversification does it offer? How do you analyze and discover value in the sector? And are investors returning and how best to navigate investing in such a rapidly evolving sector?…

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Energy & AI with the IEA’s Thomas Spencer and Siddarth Singh 52:00

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Today, we return to energy and AI. What will AI mean in terms of global energy consumption up to 2030 and beyond? And could that be offset by efficiencies and transformations generated by AI in our daily lives? Could AI even accelerating the energy transition? To do that, we are discussing International Energy Agency's latest paper - Energy and AI …

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The Commodities Trilemma with Clay Seigle 1:00:24

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We discuss the trilemma facing the energy and commodities markets - between security, affordability, and sustainability, what now matters in policy and investment decisions? In the previous US administration and in Europe, sustainability was a key policy driver. Under the new Trump administration, and indeed globally since Russia's invasion of Ukra…

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Live Event: Navigating Uncertainty - Trends and Risks in Commodity Trade 40:00

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If uncertainty is the new normal – how can the commodities markets and participants adapt? What does that mean for costs, supply chains and people. In May we held our latest Live Event in London, in partnership with ITFA. The event was hosted by Aon, with additional sponsorship by Atradius, Brown Brothers Harriman, Coface, Natixis Partners, Pole St…

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Credit Risk in Uncertain Times with Jan-Peter Onstwedder 50:44

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Today, we discuss credit risk and stress testing in volatile and uncertain times. What is the function of credit risk within the commodities sector? How crucial is it? What does good look like - how best to organize, lead and deliver it? And what do we mean by stress testing? And how can organizations make themselves more robust for the future? Our…

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Renewable Natural Gas Now with Ben Kruger & Warren Feather 51:33

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Today, we return to the subject of Renewable Natural Gas, which could be as much as 15 % of global natural gas supply by 2050, offering significant advantages both in its carbon intensity as well as driving a powerful circularity, capturing waste methane that would otherwise go into the atmosphere, driving biodiversity and providing significant opt…

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Celtics HC Joe Mazulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 5/15/25 14:06

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla joins the show to break down Jayson Tatum's season-ending injury and his team forcing a Game 6 against the Knicks.By Beasley Media Group

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Game 5 Highlights vs the New York Knicks 5-14-25 4:25

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics big 127-102 win over the New York KnicksBy Beasley Media Group

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Luke Kornet Joins Grande and Max 5-14-25 3:11

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Listen to Luke Kornet talk with Grande and Max after the Celtics big 127-102 win over the New York KnicksBy Beasley Media Group

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Game 4 Highlights at the New York Knicks 5-12-25 4:12

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics tough 121-113 loss to the New York KnicksBy Beasley Media Group

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The Oil Market: OPEC+, Tariffs and Recession with Matt Smith 52:19

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Today we return to the oil market, a market that is in flux, both from a traditional supply and demand picture, but that is now also embroiled in geopolitics, an uncertain global trade environment and a potential recession. Is oil going lower for longer? And what about volatility? The last month or so has seen a dramatic return of volatility and as…

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Game 3 Highlights @ New York Knicks 5-10-25 4:08

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 115-93 win over the New York Knicks.By Beasley Media Group

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Jaylen Brown Joins Grande and Max 5-10-25 2:36

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Jaylen Brown talks with Sean Grande and Cedric Maxwell following the Celtics 115-93 win over the New York Knicks.By Beasley Media Group

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5-9 Joe Mazzula Z&B Interview 10:18

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Celtics Head Coach, Joe Mazzulla, joins Zolak & Bertrand to talk about the 2nd Round of the NBA Playoffs, the first 2 games of the series and the depth of analytics.By Beasley Media Group

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Game 2 Highlights vs the New York Knicks 5-7-25 4:18

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 91-90 loss against the New York Knicks in Game 2By Beasley Media Group

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America's Critical Minerals Dilemma with Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes 51:19

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Since 2017, the West’s awareness of its strategic vulnerabilities in critical minerals has been growing – yet in reality little progress has been made. How have various policies progressed or hindered the development of a domestic supply chain in the US and the West more broadly? What is the new Trump administration's approach to critical minerals?…

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Game 1 Highlights vs the New York Knicks 5-5-25 4:13

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics Game 1 loss to the New York Knicks 108-105By Beasley Media Group

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 4/30/25 15:37

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla touches on his team eliminating the Magic before offering up a philosophy question for the guys.By Beasley Media Group

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Game 5 Highlights vs the Orlando Magic 4-29-25 6:03

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics clinching Game 5 win against the Orlando Magic 120-89By Beasley Media Group

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Al Horford Joins Grande and Max 4-29-25 2:38

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Al Horford talks with Grande and Max after the Celtics advance in the first round of the playoffs against the Orlando Magic 120-89By Beasley Media Group

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The Trump Administration’s Global Energy & Commodities Policy with Robert Johnston 56:24

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Today we're releasing an episode outside of our normal schedule on tariffs and those on metals in particular. What tariffs are in place on metals and critical minerals? What has been the response particularly from China? What is the legal underpinning of those tariffs and how does that create uncertainty? What are the administration’s goals? And wh…

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Game 4 Highlights at the Orlando Magic 4-27-25 3:56

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Check out the highlights as the Celtics take a 3-1 lead on the Orlando Magic thanks to their 107-98 win in OrlandoBy Beasley Media Group

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Game 3 Highlights @ Orlando Magic 4-25-25 4:40

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 95-93 loss to the Orlando Magic.By Beasley Media Group

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 4/24/25 12:24

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla joins the show to discuss the Celtics taking a 2-0 lead over the Magic and Jayson Tatum's wrist injury.By Beasley Media Group

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Tariffs, Metals and Force Majeure with Guy Winter 42:44

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Today we're releasing an episode outside of our normal schedule on tariffs and those on metals in particular. What tariffs are in place on metals and critical minerals? What has been the response particularly from China? What is the legal underpinning of those tariffs and how does that create uncertainty? What are the administration’s goals? And wh…

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Game 2 Highlights vs the Orlando Magic 4-23-25 3:55

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics Game 2 win over the Orlando Magic 109-100By Beasley Media Group

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Payton Pritchard Joins Grande and Max 4-23-25 1:52

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Payton Pritchard talks with Grande and Max after the Celtics take Game 2 109-100 against the Orlando MagicBy Beasley Media Group

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Navigating Trump 2.0: Part 2 - Trading Cognitive Dissonance with Nick Kumleben 48:25

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In Part 2, we continue our discussion on navigating the new Trump Administration. Why are metals and critical minerals central to the administrations agenda? What does it mean to prioritize security over economics and sustainability? How to manage the inherent internal conflicts between co-existing policies and statements and what the trading oppor…

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Game 1 Highlights vs the Orlando Magic 4-20-25 4:26

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics Game 1 win over the Orlando Magic in the first round of the playoffsBy Beasley Media Group

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Jrue Holiday Joins Grande and Max 4-20-25 2:14

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Jrue Holiday talks with Grande and Max after the Celtics take Game 1 from the Orlando Magic 103-86By Beasley Media Group

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 4/18/25 8:30

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Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla joins the show. He talks about the excitement of playing on Easter, gives an update on Jaylen Brown’s condition and breaks down the upcoming matchup with the Orlando Magic.By Beasley Media Group

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Navigating Trump 2.0: Part 1 - Signal vs Noise with Nick Kumleben 46:55

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The commodities sector faces a new and uncertain world. In this episode, we look at how to understand and how to navigatethe new Trump administration and its impact on domestic and global markets, particularly around energy and commodities using analogies from history. What is signal…and what is noise. Our guest is Nick Kumleben. Nick is the energy…

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Game 81 Highlights vs Charlotte Hornets 4-11-25 3:23

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 130-94 win over the Charlotte Hornets.By Beasley Media Group

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Sam Hauser Joins Grande and Max 4-11-25 2:50

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Sam Hauser talks with Sean Grande and Cedric Maxwell following the Celtics 130-94 win over the Charlotte Hornets.By Beasley Media Group

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 4/10/25 9:26

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla discusses Jaylen Brown's injury, last night's loss, and his favorite HBO shows.By Beasley Media Group

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Talent Intelligence with Amelia Chahal 15:35

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Head of Talent Intelligence for HC Group, Amelia Chahal, joins us to discuss their offering and the Global Energy Trading Compensation Report 2025 available for purchase. To register interest in the report visit: https://www.hcgroup.global/energy-trading-report HC Talent Intelligence provides critical and tailored talent data insights for our clien…

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Game 80 Highlights at the Orlando Magic 4-9-25 2:59

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 96-76 loss to the Orlando MagicBy Beasley Media Group

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Game 79 Highlights at the New York Knicks 4-8-25 4:07

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics big 119-117 win in overtime against the New York KnicksBy Beasley Media Group

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Jayson Tatum Joins Grande and Max 4-8-25 2:33

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Jayson Tatum talks with Grande and Max after the Celtics big 119-117OT win over the New York KnicksBy Beasley Media Group

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Challenging Energy Narratives with Jarand Rystad 51:37

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In this episode, we stress test and challenge some of the key recent narratives in the energy world. Will we still see peak oil demand by 2030? Is there under investment in oil production that could lead to energy shocks in our near future? And is the energy transition dead, alive or somewhere in between? Our guest is Jarand Rystad, CEO and founder…

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Game 78 Highlights vs Washington Wizards 4-6-25 3:28

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Check out the highlights from the Celtics 124-90 win over the Washington Wizards.By Beasley Media Group