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Episode 80: Richard Levick on Energy Communications

21 Dec

On this episode of Power Hour, Alex is joined by Richard Levick, chairman and CEO of LEVICK, a leading public relations firm. Alex and Richard discuss how ineffective communications strategies have impacted the energy industry in public affairs, and what needs to be done to make a positive change. Alex and Richard also talk about how the communications landscape has transformed in the wake of the information revolution, and how important it is to adapt as soon as possible. You can learn more about LEVICK at http://www.levick.com, and read Richard’s column on Forbes at http://www.forbes.com/sites/richardlevick/.

 

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Episode 49: Stanley Kurtz on the Fossil Fuel Divestment Movement

27 Apr

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.

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Episode 48: CIP vs Sierra Club at Stanford University

22 Apr

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?”

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Episode 48: CIP vs Sierra Club at Stanford University

19 Apr

Alex Epstein debates Bruce Nilles, director of Sierra Club’s “Beyond Coal” campaign at Stanford University. The debate focuses on the question “should the government restrict fossil fuels?”

Episode 47: Energy Panel at Duke University

13 Apr

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.

Episode 46: How Frac’ing Improves Our Environment

7 Apr

Bonus episode. Tune in to hear Alex Epstein’s talk on “How Frac’ing Improves Our Environment” at Pittsburgh University.

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Episode 45: The Vassar Controversy

7 Apr

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“.

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Episode 44: Catastrophic Global Warming with Joanne Nova

28 Mar

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.

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Episode 43: Waste and Pollution with Richard Salsman

15 Mar

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.

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Episode 42: Light Brigade

12 Mar

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.

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Episode 41: Energy Policy and Pollution with Jerry Taylor

23 Feb

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.

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Episode 40: UN Global Warming Events with Craig Rucker

8 Feb

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.

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Episode 39: Superstorm Sandy with Paul Driessen

1 Feb

Alex interviews Paul Driessen, author of “Eco-Imperialism” and senior policy adviser for CFACT. Superstorm Sandy is discussed.

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Episode 38: Interview with FrackNation co-director, Magdalena Segieda

25 Jan

Alex Epstein interviews FrackNation co-director, Magdalena Segieda.

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Episode 37: Part 2 – McKibben Debate Break Down with Steffen Henne

2 Jan

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).

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Episode 36: Part 1 – McKibben Debate Break Down with Steffen Henne

31 Dec

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).

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Episode 35: Part 2 – Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein Debate and Commentary

29 Dec

This episode features the rest of the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.

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Episode 34: Part 1 – Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein Debate and Commentary

23 Dec

This episode features the Dr. Dino Ress vs Alex Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.

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Episode 33: Part 2 – McKibben vs Epstein Debate and Commentary

2 Dec

This episode features the McKibben vs Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.

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Episode 32: Part 1 – McKibben vs Epstein Debate and Commentary

28 Nov

This episode features the McKibben vs Epstein debate audio along with commentary by Alex Epstein.

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