Best Electric Surge Network Podcasts (2025)

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SUPERMAN REBORN (Part 2 of 2) 1:28:12

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Hosts STEPHEN SCARLATA (producer, Jodorowsky's Dune) and JOSH MILLER (writer, Sonic The Hedgehog, Violent Night) journey into the wreckage of Krypton to explore the history of unmade SUPERMAN movies, aided by super friends of the pod screenwriter PAT CASEY (Sonic the Hedgehog) and comedian ED GREER (The Greatest Pod) . In this episode the team fini…

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313D78. Munster Mash w/ BUTCH PATRICK (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 48:26

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by BUTCH PATRICK to ta…

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E251: The Virtual Energy Network: Solar Without the Storage 44:21

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In this episode, our guest is Andrea La Nauze, an energy and environmental economist at Deakin University. Andrea discusses her research on Australia’s Virtual Energy Network, which allows households to trade excess rooftop solar energy. She explains how pricing can shift energy use patterns and reduce reliance on batteries, and explores the role o…

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742. TREKSPERTS LIVE! w/ ARMIN SHIMERMAN, NANA VISITOR & TERRY FARRELL 47:38

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THIS VOYAGE, join us for TREKSPERTS LIVE as the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor…

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E250: From 3-Wheelers to Tesla Model Y: Equity and Energy Security 48:34

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In this episode, Sohail Hasnie shares a personal monologue, offering an on-the-road reflection from behind the wheel of his Tesla in Metro Manila. He unpacks how electric vehicles—whether high-end Teslas or modest electric tricycles—can drive profound social, economic, and environmental change. From reducing fuel poverty in Bangladesh to transformi…

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E249: Electrifying Mobility with Purpose 54:41

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In this episode, our guest is Diana E. Páez, Senior Director of Energy and Mobility, William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan. Diana dives into the dynamic role that electric vehicles can play in decarbonizing transportation across emerging markets. She discusses how EVs—when supported by the right policies, financing tools, and loc…

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312D78. Barry Bostwick (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 54:48

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by the legendary BARRY…

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E248: Bridging the Global Energy Talent Gap 48:24

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In this episode, our guest is Jim Salter-Duke, founder of Spark Horizon, a talent solutions company working between Australia and the Philippines. Jim shares how the global clean energy transition is being hindered not by technology but by a chronic shortage of skilled labour. With 100,000 engineering graduates a year, the Philippines is a rich but…

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I HAVEN'T HAD ENOUGH OF YOU: DEFENDING TREK 3 w/ KEVIN FEIGE, STEVE ASBELL & TERRY MATALAS 1:58:55

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) bring you a SPECIAL ENCORE PR…

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SUPERMAN REBORN (Part 1 of 2) 1:57:20

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Hosts STEPHEN SCARLATA (producer, Jodorowsky's Dune) and JOSH MILLER (writer, Sonic The Hedgehog, Violent Night) journey into the wreckage of Krypton to explore the history of unmade SUPERMAN movies, aided by super friends of the pod screenwriter PAT CASEY (Sonic the Hedgehog) and comedian ED GREER (The Greatest Pod) . In this episode the team tack…

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741. BY ANY OTHER NAMES: TREK TITLES REFRAMED 1:09:21

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) speculate on what Star Trek: …

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E247: Private Banking in China’s EV Surge 29:00

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In this episode, our guest is Sonya Song, a seasoned private banking professional with 17 years of experience spanning Zurich, Beijing, and Singapore. Sonya shares unique insights into China's booming electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting her views on leading players like BYD and Tesla. She discusses how private banks support ultra-high-net-wo…

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E246: Powering the Future: Rooftops to Electro States 54:38

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In this episode, our guest is Grant McDowell, a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for democratizing access to clean energy. Grant shares his 18-year journey—from dreaming of remote solar matching in Marrickville to launching “Adopt a Panel” in Italy, enabling urban households to access cheaper renewable energy. He discusses the technical and regu…

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E245: Beyond Green Labels: Rethinking Agriculture from Soil to Shelf 47:07

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In this episode, our guests are Sahil Nair and Pauline Smout, both sustainability consultants based in the Netherlands. They delve into the complexities of sustainable agriculture, highlighting how responsible sourcing, water use, and land conversion are critical to long-term ecological health. Pauline discusses her work bringing together banks, su…

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740. BACK IN THE NEXUS w/ DAVID CARSON, RONALD D. MOORE & BRANNON BRAGA 1:23:02

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by SCOTT MANTZ as …

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SUPERMAN '78 (Part 2 of 2) 1:34:35

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Hosts STEPHEN SCARLATA (producer, Jodorowsky's Dune) and JOSH MILLER (writer, Sonic The Hedgehog, Violent Night) journey into the wreckage of Krypton to explore the history of unmade SUPERMAN movies. We're aided by our super friends screenwriter PAT CASEY (Sonic the Hedgehog) and comedian ED GREER (The Greatest Pod) to find out! In this episode we …

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E244: Is Australia Ready to Export Power from EVs to the Grid? 1:10:03

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In this episode, our guest panel explores the opportunities and barriers to Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology in Australia. We dive into policy frameworks, utility business models, customer behavior, and the technical potential of V2G to help stabilize the grid, lower energy costs, and accelerate EV adoption. The discussion brings together experts f…

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E243: Plug-and-Play Hydro: A New Era of Clean Power 48:37

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In this episode, our guest is Emily Morris, Founder and CEO of Emrgy, a company pioneering modular hydropower systems that bring clean, continuous electricity to remote and underserved communities. Emily explains how her technology integrates water stewardship, floating solar, and energy storage to build decentralized microgrids that don't require …

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739. BEST TREK VIDEO GAMES EVER! (LIVE FROM STLV24) w/ MAT BRADLEY-TSCHIRGI & DAN MARTIN 58:33

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined LIVE AT TREK TO VE…

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333. WE SHALL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU, ANGELIQUE PETTYJOHN w/ JOHN L. FLYNN 1:31:20

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (writer/producer, Pandora, The Librarians, Castle) and DAREN DOCHERMAN (visual effects supervisor, Star Trek: The Motion Picture - Director's Edition) are joined by author JOHN L. FLYNN to discuss the life and tragic death of the legendary Angelique Pettyjohn (Shauna from "Gamesters of Triskelion"). John …

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311D78. Greg Nicotero (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 1:03:00

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) and STEVEN MELCHING (The Clone Wa…

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738. IT ISN'T EASY BEING GREEN w/ LOU FERRIGNO 1:17:31

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) are joined by The Incredible …

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SUPERMAN '78 (Part 1 of 2) 1:35:22

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Hosts STEPHEN SCARLATA (producer, Jodorowsky's Dune) and JOSH MILLER (writer, Sonic The Hedgehog, Violent Night) journey into the wreckage of Krypton to explore the history of unmade SUPERMAN movies. We're aided by our super friends screenwriter PAT CASEY (Sonic the Hedgehog) and comedian ED GREER (The Greatest Pod) to find out! In this episode we …

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E242: What to Expect from Solar and Storage by 2030 46:56

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In this episode, our guest is Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global Solar Council. Sonia shares an energising update on the rapid rise of solar PV and battery storage, outlining how the world is racing toward 700 GW of annual solar installations and aiming for 8 TW by 2030. She highlights rooftop solar as a game changer for resilience, the role of micro-…

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737. WHERE IS STAR TREK'S ANDOR? (LIVE AT GALAXYCON) 1:02:36

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) bring you a live convention p…

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E241: Cracking the Code of V2G in Australia 52:10

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In this episode, our guest is Riccardo Pagliarrella, a dynamic force in the world of electric mobility and distributed energy. With a background in motorsports and nearly two decades of experience in vehicle electrification, Riccardo offers deep insights into the future of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. He discusses Australia's unique position a…

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241. VOYAGER 25th ANNIVERSARY PARTY w/ BRYAN FULLER 1:02:02

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts are joined by the brilliant and outspoken BRYAN FULLER as he discusses his time on STAR TREK: VOYAGER as we look back at the 25th anniversary of this polarizing STAR TREK series. Hear what it was like from the legendary showrunner and creator who was there as he shares never-before-heard stories about making the show. Th…

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129. A STAR BEYOND TIME - THE MUSIC OF STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE w/ JEFF BOND 1:06:35

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Our year-long STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE 40th anniversary celebration continues with a look at one of the greatest film scores of all-time. The Treksperts are joined by film music scholars JEFF BOND (author, The Music of Star Trek) and LUKAS KENDALL (founder, Film Music Monthly) as they talk about Jerry Goldsmith's legendary, Academy Award losin…

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E240: Scaling Solar Recycling: From Melbourne to the World 48:09

2M ago48:09

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In this episode, Anthony Vippond shares his journey from installing off-grid solar systems in the early '90s to pioneering large-scale solar panel recycling. Seeing a major gap in the industry, his company developed an advanced process to recover 98% of materials from discarded panels. He discusses the global need for sustainable recycling, governm…

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737. PETER DAVID REMEMBERED w/ MIKE BRODER & ROBERT MEYER BURNETT 1:10:04

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) pay tribute to the late PETER…

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E239: Longevity, Labs, and the Mind-Body Link 56:14

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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Taher Saif, Professor at the University of Illinois and a pioneering researcher whose unconventional path took him from civil engineering to biomedical breakthroughs. Dr. Saif shares a fascinating journey through academia and research—from nanotech in electrical engineering to fertility diagnostics, and ultimately …

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311D78. Land of the Lost w/ SID KROFFT (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 1:08:41

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) and STEVEN MELCHING (The Clone Wa…

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E238: Australia’s EV Shift: Policy, Power, and Opportunity 42:54

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In this episode, our guest is Ross De Rango, former Head of Energy and Infrastructure at the Electric Vehicle Council and a leading voice in Australia’s EV transition. Ross breaks down the policies driving EV adoption, the pivotal role of home charging, and the emerging power of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration. He shares sharp insights on the cha…

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736. TUNE UP: MUSIC OF TREK w/ JEFF BOND, JAY CHATTAWAY, JEFF RUSSO & NAMI MELUMAD 59:23

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) turn the baton over to "The M…

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E237: A Couple’s EV Shift in the Philippines 50:54

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In this episode, our guest is Jonalyn and John Ang, a dynamic couple leading the charge for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the Philippines. Jonalyn, a seasoned accountant and COO of Dynamic Minds Business Solutions, and John, a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Graybox Security, share how their transition to EVs has not only slashed fuel and maint…

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E236: Nuts and Bolts of EV Charging 47:15

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In this episode, our guest is Casper Rasmussen, CEO of Monta, a software platform revolutionising electric vehicle (EV) charging. Casper shares his journey from electrical engineer to tech entrepreneur and dives deep into the real-world challenges of EV infrastructure—from battery preconditioning and user experience issues to the complexity of dyna…

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736. PASS THE TRANYA w/ CLINT HOWARD 1:02:19

2M ago1:02:19

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) beam down to Nightmare Weeken…

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E235: Reimagining Battery Futures for EVs 34:46

2M ago34:46

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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Yanxi Yu, a PhD graduate from University of Sydney, whose pioneering research focuses on green lithium extraction from seawater and brine using electrochemical methods. With a background in environmental and chemical engineering, Yanxi explains the environmental benefits and technical challenges of sustainable lith…

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310D78. The Running Dead w/ DENISE CROSBY (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 50:13

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) and STEVEN MELCHING (The Clone Wa…

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E234: Busting EV Myths in the Philippines 56:41

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In this episode, our guest is Luis Buenaventura, a FinTech executive and devoted EV enthusiast based in the Philippines. Luis shares his firsthand journey into electric vehicles, offering practical insights on everything from vehicle comparisons to charging infrastructure, and debunks major EV myths around range anxiety, fire risk, and flood safety…

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735. FIGHTING FOR THE USERS w/ BRUCE BOXLEITNER (LIVE FROM GALAXYCON) 1:06:03

3M ago1:06:03

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) return to Galaxycon Richmond …

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E233: Investing for Impact to Fast-Tracking Australia's Clean Energy Future 58:03

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In this episode, our guest is Blair Palese, a long-standing climate advocate, ethical investment strategist and Director of Philanthropy at Ethinvest. Blair shares her journey from leading fossil fuel divestment campaigns to founding the Climate Capital Forum, where she now works to unlock climate finance and accelerate clean tech solutions in Aust…

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BONUS EPISODE: The Summer Movie Wager (Part One) 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

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Hosts STEPHEN SCARLATA (producer, Jodorowsky's Dune) and JOSH MILLER (writer, Sonic The Hedgehog, Violent Night) go head to head trying to predict the top 10 highest grossing movies of the summer. Theme music by Brian J Casey

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E232: Impact Ventures in Solar and E-Mobility 49:22

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In this episode, our guest is Shazia Khan, a seasoned energy entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. Shazia shares her journey from founding Pakistan’s first pay-as-you-go solar company to becoming a strategic force in energy access across Africa and Latin America. She discusses her ventures in peer-to-peer energy sharing, her board roles in e-mobilit…

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734. CAMERON FRYE FEST w/ ALAN RUCK 1:22:27

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) return to Galaxycon Richmond …

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309D78. Make A Wish w/ ROBERT KURTZMAN & ANDREW DIVOFF (A DECK 78 PODCAST) 54:25

3M ago54:25

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THIS VOYAGE, the Decksperts MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture), ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) and STEVEN MELCHING (The Clone Wa…

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E231: Inside Bitcoin Mining: Energy, Economics, and the Future 49:09

3M ago49:09

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In this episode, our guest is Syed Saqib Alam, a seasoned Bitcoin mining expert who shares his journey from hobbyist miner to industry leader. He explains the fundamentals of Bitcoin mining, the vital role miners play in maintaining the blockchain, and the critical importance of energy efficiency in mining operations. Saqib offers a deep dive into …

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733. SHIELDS UP w/ JONATHAN FRAKES (LIVE FROM GALAXYCON) 1:29:45

3M ago1:29:45

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) return to Galaxycon Richmond …

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E230: A Vision for the Future Of Energy 1:03:21

3M ago1:03:21

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In this episode, our guest is Michael Barnard, a climate futurist, systems thinker, and clean tech strategist. Michael dives deep into the myths and realities around hydrogen, offering compelling arguments backed by decades of technical analysis and scenario modelling. He explains why hydrogen's role in the future energy mix is likely overstated an…

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732. KHAN: WE'RE LAUGHING AT THE SUPERIOR INTELLECT w/ MICHAEL SUSSMAN 1:16:41

3M ago1:16:41

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THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts, MARK A. ALTMAN (author, The Fifty Year Mission, writer/producer, Pandora, Agent X, The Librarians, writer/producer Free Enterprise), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Motion Picture) and ASHLEY E. MILLER (showrunner; DOTA: Dragon's Blood, writer, X-Men: First Class, Thor) return to STLV 2024 to talk a…