Best World Renewal Brazil Podcasts (2024)

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735: How to Avoid Common Intellectual Property Mistakes 26:14

3h ago26:14

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Knowing when and why to invest in patents can be a game-changer for your startup. But what’s the right strategy to ensure your intellectual property is truly protected? And how do you know WHEN is the right time to take this crucial step? Patent attorney Russ Krajec brings more than two decades of experience to bear in this insider's perspective on…

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A Hope and a Future 26:18

30m ago26:18

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College students from Ukraine now have the opportunity to receive a Christ-centered education at North Carolina’s Montreat College through Samaritan’s Purse. Hear from Dr. Paul Maurer, the president of Montreat College, about how the Lord has directed this partnership as well as some of these Ukrainian students about what this opportunity has meant…

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734: From Google’s Moonshot to GM’s Vehicle-to-Everything | Lessons in Innovation from Ty Jagerson 1:18:14

6h ago1:18:14

1:18:14

How does an idea go from concept to lab, from lab to field, and finally attract massive capital investment? What can a decade of business building behind the iron curtain in post-cold-war Eastern Europe teach you? Ty Jagerson has spent his over 25 years executive career launching and growing businesses at Xerox (PARC), SolFocus, Google X, and most …

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Fraud in Academia with Ben Landau-Taylor 1:02:16

2h ago1:02:16

1:02:16

In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja are joined by Ben Landau-Taylor, a Senior Analyst at Bismarck Analysis. Ben recently published an article in Palladium Magazine about the pervasive problem of fraud in academia. They discussed how fraudulent activities, particularly in medical research, often go undetected due to flawed…

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733: RE+ 2024: The Know Before You Go Guide for the Biggest Show Yet 1:06:06

1h ago1:06:06

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RE+ is only TWO Weeks Away! Back by popular demand, we’ve curated our annual "Know Before You Go" episode to help you make the most of this not-to-miss event. It’s the 20th anniversary, and with over 50,000 attendees expected—it’s set to be the biggest show yet! Tune in as industry leaders share their secrets to navigating the expanded show floor, …

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8 Essential Strategies to Shape Culture 24:44

5h ago24:44

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Before They’re Broken: Human Trafficking Prevention 25:49

43m ago25:49

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Barry Jessen, the country director for Samaritan’s Purse in Cambodia, talked with Kristy Graham about how the Lord led him and his family to Cambodia over a decade ago. Barry shared what it has been like to see people break free from physical and spiritual bondage through anti human trafficking and safe migration programming. Resources: Hear more f…

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732: What’s Really Stalling Solar’s Momentum? Insights from Sunnova’s CEO 31:51

1d ago31:51

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Despite more capital coming into the solar industry than ever before, healthy unit economics, rising utility rates, and even declining equipment costs, equity and debt instruments are trading at distressed levels, with working capital increasingly scarce. What's causing this disconnect, and how can the industry recover? John Berger, Founder and CEO…

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Mass Immigration Won't Save Europe 51:40

6d ago51:40

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In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja explore why mass immigration may not solve Europe's economic woes. They talk about cultural assimilation difficulties, political tensions, and potential long-term consequences for European societies. --- This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, …

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731: The BESS Book: A Cell to Grid Guide to Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems with authors Drew Lebowitz & Swetha Sundaram 1:08:50

10h ago1:08:50

1:08:50

I have been looking [and waiting] for this book for years. And if you’re in Utility-scale battery storage, I’m going to boldly suggest that you have too. The wait is over, as the most comprehensive compendium on utility-scale battery energy storage is finally on shelves (or it was, it’s about to sell out!) Looking to expand your knowledge of utilit…

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Are We Really Living in the Last Days? 44:11

12d ago44:11

44:11

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Faithfully Ministering to the Next Generation in Peru 24:10

32m ago24:10

24:10

Travel with Kristy Graham to Lima, Peru, where you will hear what it was like to witness Operation Christmas Child outreach events and a graduation ceremony for The Greatest Journey. Many kids received shoebox gifts, but most importantly, they heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You will also hear directly from the hearts of pastors and Operation Chr…

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730: How Each Home Will Be Its Own Energy Generation Machine 38:29

5h ago38:29

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With an anticipated 40% increase in energy consumption by 2035, the grid faces immense pressure. How do we service the rising demand driven by AI, data centers, and home electrification? The solution, distributed energy resources (DERs) allows homes to generate, store, and smartly consume their own energy. This shift from a centralized to a decentr…

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The Eastern European Experiment 59:12

7d ago59:12

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In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja dive deep into the complex transformation of Eastern Europe since the fall of communism. They discuss the region's economic evolution from small business-driven economies to potential tech hubs, examine how countries like Poland balance traditional values with Western influences, and an…

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729: How to Start a Solar Company that Customers Rave About | Hunter Trenary of Sun Collectors 27:03

1d ago27:03

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Deciding where and which customers to focus on can make or break a business. How do you go about choosing one market over another? Furthermore, how do you build a business in an otherwise overlooked market that makes the nation’s largest solar company, Sunrun, take notice? Hunter Trenary, co-owner of Sun Collectors, recently shared his journey of e…

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Understanding Representative Leadership | Live from Africa 1:13:55

19h ago1:13:55

1:13:55

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728: The Rocket Scientist Making Rechargeable Lead-Acid Batteries, Michael Burz of Enzinc 35:55

7d ago35:55

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From thermonuclear weapons that helped stop the Cold War, to a Le Mans 24 Hour Eco Car, and now pioneering a revolutionary battery, today’s guest has a truly remarkable career path. We're revisiting one of our top episodes from 2022 featuring a real, actual rocket scientist - Michael Burz, the CEO and Co-Founder of Enzinc. His startup is is commerc…

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Step Out in Faith 26:04

4d ago26:04

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Holly Silkman talks with Kristy Graham about a new project in Israel that will impact people physically, mentally, and spiritually: an equine therapy center. Hear how the Lord opened the doors for this incredible leap of faith and what her prayer is for this program. Resources: Learn more about how Samaritan’s Purse is bringing relief to Israel and…

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727: A Simple Logistics Improvement Worth Billions To The Solar Industry, Philip Schwarz of PVpallet 1:29:00

15d ago1:29:00

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Have you ever considered the environmental impact of the non-solar components we deploy in the solar industry? It’s good that we generate clean energy, and even better that we quantify the embodied energy of things like the solar panels we use. But, it takes a relatively “dirty” and old-fashioned industry to actually deliver those solar modules - l…

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726: Community Solar: Renewable Energy At A Discount Everyone Can Afford; Aviv Shalgi of Solar Simplified 26:29

8d ago26:29

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You might think of community solar as a “Groupon for your energy bill” - you get discounted access to clean energy without needing to install solar panels, and leverage the buying power of a group purchase! Aviv Shalgi, CEO and co-founder of Solar Simplified, is dedicated to expanding the reach of community solar. Solar Simplified acts as an aggreg…

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Dealing with the Root of Bitterness 1:05:02

16d ago1:05:02

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Spreading Hope on the Island of Carriacou 26:05

25d ago26:05

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This week, hear directly from residents of Carriacou, who are picking up the pieces after the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. Kaitlyn Josten was on the ground from the beginning of the response. She spoke with beneficiaries, pastors, and Samaritan’s Purse partners about how they are finding hope in the heartache. Resources: Read more about the medi…

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EU in Flux 1:02:29

19d ago1:02:29

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In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja dive deep into the European Union. They examine the bloc's historical foundation centered on peace and economic prosperity, contrasting its ambitious goals with its current realities. They discuss EU's challenges, including a fragmented digital market, inconsistencies in labor and defen…

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725: Fewer holes, No Leaks. Solar Racking Reimagined, with Pegasus CEO Kai Stephan 1:04:23

26d ago1:04:23

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What is the unsung hero of solar installations? Racking… It's a "set it and forget it" component for contractors, as its reliability is essential to avoid costly service calls, making that critical product choice a “near-religious experience” for most installers. Kai Stephan, the founder and CEO of Pegasus Solar, has developed one of the fastest gr…

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The Apostolic Church Part 2 44:09

29d ago44:09

44:09

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724: Operating Systems for a Drama-Free Workplace | Maria Kingery of Southern Energy Management & 360Impact 44:17

15d ago44:17

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“Unclear expectations are a downpayment for future resentment.” Maria Kingery is the Founder & Principal of 360Impact and Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer of Southern Energy Management. With over two decades of experience, Maria has honed her coaching practice to shepherd leaders through the gauntlet of business growth. Previously working within…

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Advice for the Next US President 56:21

26d ago56:21

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In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja tackle the pressing challenges for the next U.S. president, focusing on bureaucratic inefficiencies and the need for reform. They discuss foreign policy, including managing relations with China, reassessing military strategies, and fostering economic alliances. They also address the ine…

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723: From Tetris To Clean Energy: Henk Rogers' Conversion Story 25:11

19d ago25:11

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two years before the end of the Cold War to broker a licensing agreement for what would become the best-selling video game of all time: Tetris. Either of those feats would be remarkable; to accomplish both is a whole other level of entrepreneurial achievement. While some of you may not be familiar with today’s guest, you’ll definitely be familiar w…

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Bearing Each Other's Burdens: Liberia Ebola Response Part 2 26:14

26d ago26:14

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When they didn’t feel like they could take another step, the Samaritan’s Purse team fighting Ebola in Liberia encouraged each other with Scripture. The verses they shared suddenly became a lifeline even though they had heard them countless times over the years. Kristy Graham talked with John Freyler and Dr. Lance Plyler about how they were able to …

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722: A 100-Year Vision for a new kind of Energy Company with Cherry Street’s Michael Chanin 1:14:58

20d ago1:14:58

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What does it take to build a 100-year business? How does one expand beyond integration of off-the-shelf products to branding power plants as a unique identifiable product? What does it take to secure an entire City’s rooftops…like Atlanta? Michael Chanin, the CEO and founder of Cherry Street Energy, is bringing this ambitious vision to fruition. Ch…

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721: Achieving 250x growth, How CPS Americas scaled to >1000 customers & #1 Market Share in under a decade, with Bryan Wagner 49:58

23d ago49:58

49:58

Every growth story has roots in finding scalable and duplicatable processes. From a Big Mac to the Macintosh, the capacity to create products people want and galvanize a team around delivering them is what sets true market leaders apart from their peers. However, in the more than 700 interviews we’ve done at SunCast, we know that the path to the to…

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The Apostolic Church Part 1 44:36

24d ago44:36

44:36

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Brazil: A Country of the Future? 59:34

1M ago59:34

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In this episode, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg talk about why Brazil hasn't lived up to its expectations as a global powerhouse. Despite having immense natural resources, a large population, and a favorable geographic position, Brazil's industrialization has been stymied by high crime rates, severe corruption, and political dysfunction. They dig in…

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Remembering the Liberia Ebola Response: 10 Years Later 25:39

1M ago25:39

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Ten years ago, Samaritan’s Purse responded to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia. Kristy Graham spoke with our staff who were on the ground from the beginning about their experiences fighting the deadly disease and the suffering they witnessed daily. Hear from the hearts of our team members about how they witnessed God’s faithfulness even as they walked…

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720: Derek Chase Built A Robotics Company For Better Solar Inspections 1:08:16

1M ago1:08:16

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Imagine a Roomba on a solar farm with a camera that can automatically inspect modules, wiring, even hot-spots, and report all that information back instantaneously to the asset manager. That level of computer vision and automation is finally possible, and it looks a Lot like a fun Disney character you’d recognize! Derek Chase, founder and CEO of On…

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719: Training The Clean Energy Workforce w/Brittany Heller of Heatspring 13:57

1M ago13:57

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Perhaps the best way to scale your company is by investing in your people! If knowledge is wealth, then upskilling your workers (and indeed yourself) could be the best return on your investment. Brittany Heller, Director of Program Management at HeatSpring, explains how training programs are not just essential for attracting and developing new tale…

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Trading in Brazil: Liberalisation and decarbonisation 12:27

1M ago12:27

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The Brazilian energy markets are moving towards liberalisation, and at the same time, the country is set to reduce its carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. In this episode, Danske Commodities' Head of Brazil, Felipe Cabrelon, and Senior Originator Milena Urbani talk about the role that Danske Commodities plays in this double transition, how the Brazili…

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Broadening Horizons 48:26

2M ago48:26

48:26

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Can China Power its Rise? 56:39

1M ago56:39

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In this episode, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss China's energy strategy and its broader geopolitical implications. Contrary to popular belief, China is not aggressively pursuing energy independence but remains reliant on imports despite significant domestic oil production. The conversation delves into China's geopolitical strategy, its milit…

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Goodness of God: Hurricane Beryl Response 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Hurricane Beryl roared through the Caribbean, leaving total destruction in its wake. On Grenada’s Carriacou Island, nearly all structures were destroyed. Less than 24 hours after the storm hit, Samaritan’s Purse began serving those in desperate need of help and hope. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Kaitlyn Josten, who joined the first w…

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718: FBI Negotiation Tactics To Better Your Business, With Chris Voss 19:09

1M ago19:09

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I’m going to argue that procurement (buyer OR seller) negotiations are just like hostage negotiations. Hear me out. Effective negotiations are crucial for uncovering hidden opportunities, maintaining control without aggression, and closing better deals. Mastering these skills can significantly impact business outcomes, ensuring more favorable terms…

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717: Is THIS the biggest clean energy opportunity? Panama Bartholomy of Building Decarbonization Coalition thinks so 1:12:24

1M ago1:12:24

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Electrify Everything! Ok, we’ve heard that “Electrification” is coming, but beyond our Automobiles what else can be electrified? Did you know that cleaning up our built environment is one of the biggest clean energy opportunities today? In the U.S., buildings are the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, representing 35% of total energy-…

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716: NC's Clean Energy Evangelist (is not a Democrat): John Szoka 18:17

2M ago18:17

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Energy isn't a battle of fossil fuels vs renewables; it's about figuring out the energy transition together. As a North Carolina State Representative (GOP), John Szoka was once dismissive of renewables, as many might expect. Yet, after serving five terms in the legislature, Szoka transitioned from a renewable energy skeptic to a champion, thanks in…

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