On this episode of Power Hour, Alex Epstein talks with electricity expert Travis Fisher about the basics of electricity, and about some of the lesser known facts about how this now-ubiquitous form of energy came to be the go-to resource for light, then for operating machinery in factories, and now for almost every technology we […]
May 17, 2013•57 min
On this week’s Power Hour, Alex Epstein discusses the state of the Canadian oil and gas industry with Michael Binnion, CEO of Questerre Energy. Binnion combines a lot of experience with an uncommonly insightful historical and philosophical perspective that make his observations of the industry particularly valuable. Subscribe to Power Hour on iTunes
May 10, 2013•53 min
On this week’s Power Hour, Alex Epstein interviews Myron Ebell, Director of the Center for Energy and Environment at the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI), about the various forms of control that governments in the United States and Europe have taken over the energy industry on the premise of catastrophic global warming—particularly the rise and fall […]
May 07, 2013•57 min
On this episode of Power Hour, Alex Epstein interviews Stanley Kurtz, author of a series of recent articles in theNational Review on the fossil fuel divestment movement, its leader, Bill McKibben, and what the conduct of the members of the movement on college campuses tells us about the state of liberal education today.
Apr 27, 2013•52 min
On this episode of Power Hour, Alex Epstein goes to Stanford University to debate Bruce Nilles, Senior Campaign Director for the Sierra Club’s “Beyond Coal” campaign. The subject of the debate is: “Should the government restrict fossil fuels?”
Apr 22, 2013•1 hr 49 min
Alex Epstein and CIP’s nuclear expert, Thomas Eiden, visit Duke University to participate on an energy panel. Alex and Thomas discuss oil, nuclear, and the future of energy.
Apr 13, 2013•1 hr 31 min
Bonus episode. Tune in to hear Alex Epstein’s talk on “How Frac’ing Improves Our Environment” at Pittsburgh University.
Apr 07, 2013•1 hr 1 min
Alex Epstein’s controversial visit to Vassar College. Tune in to hear Alex talk about the harassment by the 350.org fossil fuels divestment group, upcoming events, and audio from the talk — “Fossil Fuels Improve the Planet“.
Apr 07, 2013•1 hr 58 min
This week’s Power Hour features Joanne Nova, a prominent commentator from Australia, known for her criticisms of catastrophic global warming claims. Alex and Joanne discuss the media portrayal of science, how to process the information we get about global warming, and the “skepticism” related to it.
Mar 28, 2013•58 min
This week’s Power Hour features an interview with economist Richard Salsman. Alex and Richard get into an in-depth discussion on the issues of waste and pollution.
Mar 15, 2013•1 hr 1 min
This episode of Power Hour features an in-depth look at The Light Brigade–CIP’s “counter-education” at the Sierra Club’s highly touted “forward on climate” rally.
Mar 12, 2013•54 min
Alex Epstein interviews Jerry Taylor, Senior Fellow at the CATO Institute. Alex and Jerry discuss energy policy today and how it came to be, how to deal with pollution, and more.
Feb 23, 2013•1 hr 15 min
On this week’s Power Hour, Alex Epstein interviews Craig Rucker, Executive Director of CFACT, on his eye-opening adventures at UN global warming events.
Feb 08, 2013•49 min
Alex interviews Paul Driessen, author of “Eco-Imperialism” and senior policy adviser for CFACT. Superstorm Sandy is discussed.
Feb 01, 2013•54 min
Alex Epstein interviews FrackNation co-director, Magdalena Segieda.
Jan 25, 2013•58 min
This episode features a break down of Bill McKibben’s opening statement from November’s debate on fossil fuels. Alex Epstein and resident researcher Steffen Henne provide in-depth analysis and commentary (Part 2 of 2).
Jan 02, 2013•1 hr 7 min
This episode features a break down of Bill McKibben’s opening statement from November’s debate on fossil fuels. Alex Epstein and resident researcher Steffen Henne provide in-depth analysis and commentary (Part 1 of 2).
Dec 31, 2012•1 hr 13 min
This episode features the rest of the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.
Dec 29, 2012•55 min
This episode features the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.
Dec 23, 2012•1 hr 1 min
This episode features the McKibben vs Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.
Dec 02, 2012•1 hr 6 min
This episode features the McKibben vs Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.
Nov 28, 2012•59 min
Dr. Richard Lindzen joins the show to talk about perspectives on climate change and the loaded questions surrounding the topic.
Oct 24, 2012•1 hr 4 min
Princeton University’s Dr. William Happer discusses climate science, climate “models,” and scientific skepticism.
Oct 12, 2012•56 min
Steve Goreham discusses catastrophic climate change, and Epstein’s upcoming debate with Bill McKibbon
Oct 02, 2012•1 hr 1 min
Petroleum Consultant Terry Cunningham discusses what the process of discovering and extracting oil with fracking really consists of, and contrasts it with public perceptions
Sep 17, 2012•59 min
Guest host Chad Morris interviews Alex Epstein on how to think about environmental issues.
Sep 05, 2012•1 hr 20 min
Mark mills discusses his new book, The Bottomless Well, and the potential for growth in various energy industries
Aug 31, 2012•53 min
Dr. Howard Hayden, editor-in-chief of The Energy Advocate, discusses the role of energy, nuclear energy policy, and much more
Aug 15, 2012•52 min
One of the world’s leading experts on fracking, Dr. Mukul Sharma, discusses the basics of the technology
Aug 12, 2012•1 hr 7 min
Physicist Eric Dennis discusses the three questions you need to ask about any scientific claim you hear, with a focus on claims of catastrophic climate change
Jul 29, 2012•1 hr 31 min