The Energy Whisperer: Peter Tertzakian on Trust, Transition & the Power of Perception
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What if the secret to understanding Canada’s energy future lies not in spreadsheets but in storytelling?
In this exclusive Power Struggle episode, renowned energy economist, author, and visual communicator Peter Tertzakian sits down with Stewart Muir to explore how we decode complexity, build trust, and make better decisions in a noisy, polarized world.
From photographing power lines to developing real-time AI diagnostic tools, Peter reveals how his unique blend of artistry and analytics is helping decision-makers, from cabinet ministers to CEOs, navigate the fast-changing energy landscape.
Why are Canadians still missing the signal behind the noise?
How can visual storytelling change how we talk about power, pipelines, and policy?
What does the “Studio” model mean for the future of energy intelligence?
Whether you're an investor, policymaker, or just energy-curious, this is one conversation you’ll want to revisit.
Don’t miss this wide-ranging discussion on trust, transition, and the tools we need to thrive in a world of energy abundance and information overload.
Watch now. Think deeper.
The energy conversation is polarizing. But the reality is multidimensional. Get the full story with host Stewart Muir.
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Chapters
1. Signal Versus Noise (00:00:00)
2. Meet Peter Tertzakian (00:00:27)
3. Photography As Energy Education (00:02:39)
4. Power Lines And Electrification (00:06:11)
5. Art Techniques That Focus Attention (00:08:56)
6. Stories Hidden In Old Energy Artifacts (00:12:28)
7. Energy Transition Or Energy Addition (00:16:55)
8. Urbanization And Rising Energy Demand (00:20:37)
9. From Physics To Finance To AI (00:24:19)
10. Building A Knowledge Studio (00:29:24)
11. Real-Time Economic Diagnostics (00:34:06)
12. Trust, Neutrality, And Convening Power (00:39:03)
13. Tools, Not Opinions (00:43:26)
14. Closing Reflections And Mutual Respect (00:46:12)
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