Best Steven Schindler Podcasts (2025)

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EP 36 - Mike Williams | A Story of Resilience 1:13:40

1d ago1:13:40

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In this episode, we sit down with Mike Williams, a veteran who has found much success in renewable energy! Mike shares his personal journey — from serving in the military to becoming a mentor and educator for those following a similar path. We dive deep into: 🔹 The challenges of military-to-civilian transition 🔹 Mental health and how you can help 🔹…

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Blood Simple with Ray Tintori & Jordan Fish 2:45:07

4d ago2:45:07

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Gather round, folks - it’s time to embark upon a journey through one of the most sterling filmographies in American cinema. Our Coen Brothers series - Pod Country for Old Cast - kicks off with Joel and Ethan’s remarkably assured 1984 debut Blood Simple. Coen experts and hosts of the To The White Sea podcast Ray Tintori and Jordan Fish join us to do…

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EP 35 - Renewable Wives & Wine 02 | Part 2 48:47

9d ago48:47

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🎙️ In Part Two of our Renewable Wives & Wine special, we're diving deeper into the stories of the incredible women driving the renewable energy industry forward. 🌬️☀️🔋 From managing chaos behind the scenes to mentoring techs in the field, these women are the quiet (and sometimes not-so-quiet 💁‍♀️) force shaping the industry. We talk: ✨ Supporting t…

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Vamps with Caroline Framke 2:47:25

11d ago2:47:25

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Our Amy Heckerling series comes to an end with 2012’s Vamps, a film produced too late to have an appropriate budget, and too early to be a streaming series. However - we find it charming! Caroline Framke returns to the podcast after 6 years (an eternity for us, but probably a blink for a vampire), and we talk about the pitfalls and pleasures of ete…

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An Update on the Manhattan DA’s Turnover Proceeding against the Art Institute of Chicago 35:11

16d ago35:11

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Katie and Steve discuss the recent decision by the New York Supreme Court granting the Manhattan District Attorney request for a turnover order directing the Art Institute of Chicago to return a drawing by Egon Schiele, "Russan War Prisoner," that the museum acquired in 1966. Katie and Steve review the history of the ownership of the drawing by Fri…

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EP 34 - Renewable Wives & Wine 02 | Part 1 58:44

16d ago58:44

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In this special two-part episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we’re handing the mic to the women behind the workers — the wives and partners of those in the renewable energy industry. ⚡💬 Part 1 dives into the personal side of the profession — the love stories that started on the job, the impact of renewable careers on relationships, and what it really …

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I Could Never Be Your Woman with Karen Chee 2:22:36

18d ago2:22:36

2:22:36

Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Amy Heckerling and Paul Rudd stars as ????? in a totally normal movie that might actually be a voodoo curse made against Amy’s enemies. Oh, also Saorise Ronan makes her FILM DEBUT. What a picture! The incomparable Karen Chee joins us to talk about 2007’s I Could Never Be Your Woman, a movie that was financed by a French s…

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EP 33 - Steven Errickson | Eriksun Energy 1:07:58

22d ago1:07:58

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🔥 What sets apart the people who just can’t seem to fail? In this energizing episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we sit down with Steven Errickson of Eriksun Energy — a leader who’s built a career on resilience, bold decisions, and lifting others along the way. Together, we break down what it really takes to stand out and succeed in renewables, leader…

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28 Years Later 2:53:29

25d ago2:53:29

2:53:29

Blank Check is going back to the British Isles with Danny Boyle, Alex Garland, and one extraordinarily well-endowed zombie this week as they discuss 28 Years Later. This movie has so much to love in it – wet bones, third-act Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer doing a thing, the Angel of the North, Teletubbies, the aforementioned well-endowed zombies, mind-…

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EP 32 - Michael Sharon & Ray Schindler | Airstreams Graduates 1:25:02

30d ago1:25:02

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From boots on the ground to boots on the tower 👷‍♂️⚡ This week on Watt’s Up Renewables, we’re joined by two incredible guests — proud graduates of Airstreams Renewables, the school helping veterans launch powerful new careers in clean energy. 🇺🇸🔋 We dive into their journey from military life to civilian life, the challenges of transitioning out of …

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Loser with Chandler Levack 2:35:48

1M ago2:35:48

2:35:48

The song. The hat. The…casual date rape?!!? In what should have been Amy Heckerling’s “blank check” after the success of Clueless, 2000’s Loser is a real LOSER. Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins us to chat about this technically-not-a-remake-of-The-Apartment “comedy” that gets college surprisingly wrong. Come for the Wheatus talk, stay for the in-dep…

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EP 31 - Adam Mecham | Become Someone Worth Following 59:10

1M ago59:10

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From military discipline to clean energy leadership — Adam Mecham brings a story that’s as inspiring as it is instructive. 🇺🇸⚡ In this episode, we dive into Adam’s journey from serving in the armed forces to becoming a standout leader in the renewable energy space. He shares how the “crawl, walk, run” mindset—built during his time in the military—b…

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Clueless with Heidi Gardner 2:40:12

1M ago2:40:12

2:40:12

Okay, so you’re probably going, “Is this like a Noxzema commercial or what?” But seriously, this is actually a way normal podcast about one of David Sims’ favorite movies! SNL’s Heidi Gardner (a total betty) joins us to talk about Amy Heckerling’s beloved Jane Austen adaptation, and we’re rolling with the homies. Join us for Alicia Silverstone and …

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning 3:00:09

2M ago3:00:09

3:00:09

Griffin, David, Ben, and Marie accepted the mission. They live and pod in the shadows, for those they hold close, and for those they never meet. They also have a few notes for Tom Cruise and Chris McQuarrie with regards to Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Join the crew as they break down all the problems of this latest (and final???) inst…

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Look Who's Talking Too with Max Minghella 2:35:32

2M ago2:35:32

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The Ubriacco family are back and - can you believe it? - they’re still talking! Actor and filmmaker Max Minghella joins us to talk about Look Who’s Talking Too, the contractually-obligated, quickly produced sequel to Amy Heckerling’s surprise hit. We’re talking about Mr. Toilet Man (he eats your pee pee and poo poo), Elias Koteas’ Mr. Scary Uncle M…

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Ep 30 - Patrick Betzel | People Are Much More Then Their Resume 1:20:31

2M ago1:20:31

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✨ On today’s episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we welcome Patrick Betzel — a true believer in the power of people behind the renewable energy movement. From hiring based on character over credentials 👤📄, to recognizing how your field techs represent your brand every single day 🔧🌟, Patrick reminds us that the future of energy isn’t just about innovat…

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Look Who's Talking with Hillary Busis 2:25:04

2M ago2:25:04

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In perhaps the spermiest film we’ve ever covered, John Travolta and Kirstie Alley hang out with a baby voiced by Bruce Willis and Amy Heckerling gets revenge on Harold Ramis. As David Sims says early in this episode - Look Who’s Talking is a VERY RICH text. Vanity Fair’s Hillary Busis joins us to talk about this 1989 “forgotbuster,” a film that mad…

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EP 29 - Ian Steele | How Great Leaders Build Safe, Trusted Teams 1:07:33

2M ago1:07:33

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In this powerful episode, we're joined by Ian Steele with Here to Serve Workforce Solutions, a seasoned leader in the renewables industry, for an insightful and energizing conversation you won't want to miss! ⚡️ We dive into: 🦺 The critical importance of safety culture – and why Stop Work Responsibility is more than just a policy, it's a mindset. 👥…

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National Lampoon's European Vacation with Jon Gabrus 2:46:00

2M ago2:46:00

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Congratulations! You’ve won an all-expenses-paid vacation with Griffin, David, Ben, and Jon Gabrus to Europe! Only downside is…well, you have to watch this movie. From the strange cultural stereotypes to the unfortunate lack of jokes, Amy Heckerling’s sequel to National Lampoon’s Vacation isn’t the smoothest trip. But, it certainly gives us an excu…

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EP 28 - EJ Bistline | The Positivity Behind Velociwrapper 1:28:06

2M ago1:28:06

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💡 Watt’s Up Renewables brings you an inspiring conversation with EJ Bistline, co-founder of Velociwrapper! 🛠️ He shares his story of creating a successful cable wrapping business, his philosophy on working with a positive outlook, and valuable life lessons that will motivate you to stay focused and resilient. 🌟 Plus, we discuss Velociwrapper's futu…

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Johnny Dangerously with Josh Gondelman 2:29:02

2M ago2:29:02

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He’s the nicest bad guy in town. His last name is an adverb. And he’s got some pretty wacky bits! Sweetie pie comedian Josh Gondelman joins us to talk about 1984’s Johnny Dangerously, Amy Heckerling’s loving homage to 1930’s gangster pictures. Things we attempt to understand in this episode: the cultural legacy of Joe Piscopo; the actual joke that’…

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Fast Times at Ridgemont High with Lola Kirke 2:28:23

3M ago2:28:23

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We’re grabbing our Vans slip ons and heading to the mall as we kick off our Amy Heckerling series - Pod Times at Ridgemont Cast - with Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Fresh off her appearance in Sinners, actual high school friend of Griffin Newman Lola Kirke returns to the pod and things get pretty bogus. Like, David Lynch was supposed to direct this…

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The Problem of Sleepers 54:33

3M ago54:33

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Steve and Katie speak with Swiss art lawyer Anne Laure Bandle about the subject of her book “The Sale of Misattributed Artworks and Antiques at Auction” - the problem of “sleepers,” or misattributed and undervalued works of art sold at auction. We all dream of buying a painting at a yard sale that we later discover to be worth millions of dollars. …

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Schindler's List with David Ehrlich 3:50:32

3M ago3:50:32

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Our Early Spielberg series concludes with a movie that is a super fun time and not at all distressing to watch in our current political climate! David Ehrlich joins us to discuss 1993’s Schindler’s List, the film that defined the visual language of the Holocaust and finally got Spielberg his Oscar. We’re getting into the critical debates about this…

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Jurassic Park with Sean Fennessey 3:24:13

3M ago3:24:13

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God creates dinosaurs. God destroys dinosaurs. God creates Steven Spielberg. Steven Spielberg makes 1993’s Jurassic Park and changes movie history. The Big Picture’s Sean Fennessey joins us to talk about this totemic blockbuster, and we’re spending three hours talking about the bad boys of the Jurassic era (velociraptors), the bad boys of ILM (Stev…

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EP 27 - Ross Bohmann | Building Technician Culture 1:15:00

3M ago1:15:00

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In this episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we sit down with Ross Bowman, a boots-on-the-ground leader in the wind energy industry, to explore what true technician culture looks like. Ross shares insights from his cross-country journey to support wind turbine sites, including high-risk repairs, rope access jobs, and the importance of developing a vers…

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Hook with Lin-Manuel Miranda 2:32:31

3M ago2:32:31

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Everyone knows Captain Hook got swallowed by the crocodile at the end of Peter Pan. But what this movie presupposes is…maybe he didn’t? Let us go back to a time when the coolest thing a kid could have was a clubhouse that looked like a skatepark…when the worst thing a dad could do was own a cell phone…and when the craziest thing a filmmaker could d…

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EP 26 - David Watkins 1:16:34

4M ago1:16:34

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22 years in renewables covering wind, solar and energy storage in my span. Following in the footsteps of many before us including my father. In 20+ years in renewables I have found it to be rewarding, fulfilling, challenging and sometimes extremely frustrating. I would not change a thing about my time in renewable energy.…

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Always with Richard Lawson 2:39:05

4M ago2:39:05

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Is it possible for Steven Spielberg to make a movie that doesn’t exist? Well, he sure tried with 1989’s Always, a film where John Goodman plays Monterey Jack of the Rescue Rangers, Richard Dreyfuss riffs to no one as an annoying ghost, and Holly Hunter falls in love with the most dull hottie at the Plane Depot. Our beloved Richard Lawson joins us t…

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EP 25 - Aaron Boles: ETI Energy Tools 1:16:44

4M ago1:16:44

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"With over 25 years in renewable field service and operations, I’ve learned that the right tools, mindset, and relationships are essential to success. At our company, we believe in more than just technical excellence; we value the friendships, networks, and connections built throughout our careers. These relationships are key to fostering collabora…

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Updates on Art, Free Speech, and Government Censorship 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

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Steve and Katie welcome back Professor Amy Adler to discuss the First Amendment’s free speech protections as they apply to artistic expression in the context of several recent incidents. Specifically, they discuss the police seizure of certain Sally Mann photographs from the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth in the context of obscenity and child porn…

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Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade with Chris Gethard 2:47:08

4M ago2:47:08

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What if Indiana Jones had a dad who was a “grail scholar" but also his “eskimo brother" and he was played by James Bond and he had a funny little hat? We are so glad Steven Spielberg dared to imagine this scenario because we got Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade out of it! Chris Gethard - The self-proclaimed “Bad Boy of Blank Check Guests” - joins…

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EP 24 - Joe Chacon: Padge Engineering 1:27:16

4M ago1:27:16

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Join us in our conversation with Joe from Padge Engineering. We talk about frequency drives, safety in the industry, and electrical hazard mitigation. Don't miss this insightful and knowledge filled episode!By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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Empire of the Sun with Bilge Ebiri 2:56:41

4M ago2:56:41

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Our Spielbergian journey takes us to new dramatic heights with 1987’s Empire of the Sun, the film that brought us Christian Bale (discovered by Amy Irving!), unexpected Joey Pants and Ben Stiller appearances, and a perfect use of John Malkovich. Bilge Ebiri joins us (and the Five Timers Club) to chat about how underrated this film is within the Spi…

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EP 23 - Alex Jones: DSPTCH 1:03:38

4M ago1:03:38

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"DSPTCH is technology for technicians. Our unique focus on field-level productivity allows us to build products that are instant value adds. We believe aligning incentives with technicians is the most elegant way to achieve great outcomes." Download their app today!By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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The Color Purple with Kenice Mobley 3:00:33

4M ago3:00:33

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After inventing the Hollywood blockbuster with Jaws, creating the world’s most loveable alien with E.T., and resurrecting the classic adventure serial with the Indiana Jones franchise, of course the next logical step in Steven Spielberg’s career was to…adapt Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel about the survival and strength of queer black …

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Blank Check LIVE! at Town Hall (2025) 4:27

4M ago4:27

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👑👑 A LIVE SHOW OF MAJESTIC PROPORTIONS 👑👑 Podcasters, cinephiles, and freaks—rejoice! Blank Check will be returning to Town Hall this summer to commemorate our 10th anniversary with a long-promised tribute to one of the greatest films in cinema history. To honor our “Decade of Dreams,” we cordially invite you to a royal audience with King Ralph, th…

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EP 22 - Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Conference 2025 28:15

4M ago28:15

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Join us as we explore the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America conference. Watch live interviews with companies such as Fluke, Nvent, & Velociwrapper. Watch as we showcase new technologies and concepts coming to the market. Get to know great companies and products through our Intersolar walkthrough!…

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom with Olivia Craighead 2:38:10

5M ago2:38:10

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“Doom” isn’t just describing a Temple here, folks - it’s kind of the overarching vibe of this film! George Lucas is going through a bitter divorce. Steven Spielberg is dealing with PTSD from Twilight Zone: The Movie. Harrison Ford is suffering from a back injury from falling off an elephant or something. Kate Capshaw is there. A true cloud of doom …

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The Tenth Annual Blank Check Awards with Joe Reid 2:59:32

5M ago2:59:32

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It’s a wonderful night for Blankies! Join us and This Had Oscar Buzz’s Joe Reid as we survey the year that was 2024 in cinema. Not to spoil too much, but some things that happen in this episode: Griffy Crystal sings a tribute to The Brutalist to the tune of “Bootylicious,” Nosferatu wins zero awards but shows up to present every category, Griffin i…

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The Law of Stolen Art in Germany 52:37

5M ago52:37

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Katie and Steve speak with renowned German art lawyer Dr. Katharina Garbers-von Boehm about the law of title in Germany as it applies to art, including the concepts of good and bad faith in considering ownership, the legal primacy of possession, and the doctrine of adverse possession that allows possessors of stolen property, like Nazi-looted art, …

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EP 21 - THE LEGENDS: Doug Wickersham | Part 2 1:24:02

5M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

Honoring the trailblazers who transformed renewable energy from a vision into reality. Through powerful conversations, we dive into their stories, innovations, and the lasting impacts they've had on the renewable energy industry!By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial 2:56:25

5M ago2:56:25

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We’re putting out a bit of a throwback episode for the most iconic (literal) blankie in film history - this week’s E.T. episode is guestless, with Griffin going rogue off the dossier, David making fun of Griffin for being an adult who likes toys and animation, and Ben getting emotional over a family film…decade of dreams, baby! Join us as we gush o…

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EP 20 - THE LEGENDS: Doug Wickersham | Part 1 1:09:13

5M ago1:09:13

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Honoring the trailblazers who transformed renewable energy from a vision into reality. Through powerful conversations, we dive into their stories, innovations, and the lasting impacts they've had on the renewable energy industry!By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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Raiders of the Lost Ark with Brian Michael Bendis 3:29:42

5M ago3:29:42

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You’re a young movie fan. It’s 1981. STEVEN SPIELBERG is teaming up with FREAKING GEORGE LUCAS (!?!?!) to make a movie with HAN SOLO…can you imagine how hyped you’d be?? Marvel Comics legend Brian Michael Bendis joins us to recount the colossal impact of RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK in this rollicking adventure of an episode. Jewish mysticism and weird …

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EP 19 - Juan Acuna Jr: Rise Renewable Energy 1:22:05

5M ago1:22:05

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Join us in our conversation about start work authority/ stop work responsibility, Juan's career from concrete to renewable energy and all about situational awareness.By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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1941 with Mike Mitchell & Nick Wiger 2:49:31

5M ago2:49:31

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He invented the summer blockbuster. He inspired millions of people around the world to “watch the skies.” And now, he has sent Griffin Newman into an existential crisis over the question “what is comedy?” Our friends Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger of The Doughboys join us to talk about Steven Spielberg’s infamously unfunny 1941. Why IS this film - lo…

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EP 18 - Renewable Town Talks: Cliff Suazo 1:08:46

6M ago1:08:46

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Celebrating the people and places where renewable energy meets community life with, Cliff Suazo, owner of Doghouse and Savannah's Old Town Saloon in Tehachapi, CA. Come join the community!By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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Close Encounters of the Third Kind with J.D. Amato 2:56:27

6M ago2:56:27

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Five curious tones. A mountain of mashed potatoes. Bob Balaban with a beard speaking french. After the industry-changing success of JAWS, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND feels like a classic “blank check.” But it’s a little more nuanced than that! JD Amato returns for his 10th mainfeed appearance this week, and we’re getting into all of the prod…

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EP 17 - Colton Tiefenthaler 1:03:14

6M ago1:03:14

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"I'm 26 and just finished my first year as a utility solar technician. I've spent my first year learning how to be safe and efficient while working on a solar power plant, and i'm excited for the future of my career and the industry of renewable energy production."By Watt’s Up Renewables, LLC

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