You're Not in the Club

You're Not in the Club

From PowerGab by Independence Institute

March 31, 2026 · 27 min · Season 1 · Episode 105

About this episode

The episode discusses the conflicting interests of various stakeholders in the energy sector and how ratepayers are often disadvantaged.

The Public Utilities Commission, Xcel Energy, Advocacy Groups, etc. all have different interests they try to protect. But are the people that always get's the wrong side of the deal the ratepayers? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this topic and more. Show Notes: https://energybadboys.substack.com/p/xcel-energys-green-advocacy-backfires Win a Predator Generator Because the grid could use a backup plan. Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator . No, this is not a drill. Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore. How to Enter Starting with the first show of 2026 , drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section. That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session , so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment . Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective. If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest. At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments . Final Vote Then you vote on the winner…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jake Fogleman, Amy Cooke

Topics covered

  • ratepayers
  • energy
  • advocacy
  • utilities
  • reliability

Keywords

  • ratepayers
  • energy policy
  • Xcel Energy
  • Public Utilities Commission
  • advocacy groups
  • reliability
  • generator giveaway

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Public Utilities Commission, Xcel Energy, Advocacy Groups

Places: Denver, CO

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