Volts

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What’s up with the new federal permitting reform bill?

October 09, 2026

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.volts.wtf/subscribeThe proposed bipartisan federal permitting bill is 417 pages filled with extremely consequential provisions that have left the climate community some mix of excited, infuriated, and confused. In an attempt to bring some clarity, I asked Daniel Palken of Arnold Ventures, a veteran of Senate permitting fights, to walk through what’s in it. We cover the blo...

The grueling fight to pass the Inflation Reduction Act

October 07, 2026

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.volts.wtf/subscribeOn September 14, I sat down with Leah Stokes in front of a live audience at Seattle’s Town Hall to talk about her new book, The Carbon Wave. It’s an insider account of how the Inflation Reduction Act got made, braided with the story of the high-risk twin pregnancy she went through while helping to make it. We get into why electrification is the heart of ...

Best of September 2026

October 02, 2026

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.volts.wtfVolts published seven conversations in September, which is a lot for anyone to listen to. We’ve rounded up the highlights into less than an hour. Enjoy!

Catalyst with Shayle Kann · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Open Circuit · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Energy Empire · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Volts?

Volts is hosted by David Roberts. Its publicly listed email is david@volts.wtf. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Volts?

The publicly listed email for Volts: david@volts.wtf.

How many listeners does Volts have?

Podseeker estimates Volts reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Volts?

Volts typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior energy executives, clean-technology founders, climate-policy analysts, government or philanthropy leaders, utility and grid specialists, and experienced energy-sector strategists with direct expertise and substantive policy or market perspectives. Common among recent guests: Founded or led an energy, climate-technology, or infrastructure organization; Held senior roles in government, philanthropy, policy analysis, or energy markets; Developed notable clean-energy technologies, projects, or market strategies. Recent guests include Frank Maisano, Nelson Abramson, and Jane Flegal.

How hard is it to get booked on Volts?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Volts cover?

Recent episodes cover Energy, Clean Energy, Climate Policy, Electricity Grids, and Energy Transition. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.