7-17-26 - 10am - Jimmy Sengenberger Fills In For Michael

7-17-26 - 10am - Jimmy Sengenberger Fills In For Michael

July 17, 2026 · 33 min

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The episode discusses Colorado's energy utility rate increase proposal and its implications, alongside commentary on the WNBA's handling of social issues.

This episode of the podcast delves into a pressing issue in Colorado, where the state's largest energy utility, Excel, is seeking a massive rate increase to fund its clean energy plan. The plan, which aims to make Colorado a leader in renewable energy, has been touted as a crucial step towards a net-zero future. However, critics argue that the plan's focus on electrification and grid hardening is misguided, and that the costs will be borne by ratepayers. The discussion touches on the financial implications of the plan, with the speaker highlighting the potential for rate increases to double or even triple in the coming years. The speaker also explores the social cost of blackouts, citing examples of businesses and communities that have suffered significant losses due to power outages. Meanwhile, the speaker argues that the state's focus on electrification is misguided, and that other forms of energy, such as nuclear power, could provide a more reliable and affordable solution. The episode also touches on the topic of the WNBA and its handling of Caitlin Clark, a basketball player who has been at the center of controversy. Olympian Eli Bremmer joins the conversation to share his…

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