Best Montel News Podcasts (2024)

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Guarantees of origin: Green or greenwashing? 30:56

2h ago30:56

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The guarantees of origin (GO) market is complex and opaque. Listen to a discussion that unpicks the complexity, simplifies the jargon and lays bare the controversies in the market. With big tech looking to source more and more green energy, how can the market – projected to be worth EUR 4bn by 2030 – increase its credibility and boost liquidity? An…

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Germany’s (over)ambitious green H2 plan 25:42

5d ago25:42

25:42

Germany plans to massively increase imports of hydrogen and its derivative products such as ammonia and methanol over the next five years but are the targets unrealistic and how green is the fuel? Listen to a discussion on what “hydrogen ready” could mean for infrastructure such as pipelines and power plants, the immense costs involved and the time…

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Curbs to French power exports 29:14

12d ago29:14

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Cuts to French electricity exports began earlier this year and will continue into the autumn. Listen to a discussion on why grid operator RTE impose the export limits and the reaction from inside France and the wider market? The TSO said the cuts are likely to continue into the autumn amid ample supply from renewables and nuclear and dwindling dema…

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Biohackers, 1984 & Our Broken Education System - Interview with J.R. Rotchford (Part 3) 33:42

10d ago33:42

33:42

On this segment of Fix Your Algorithm, Douglas Fresh & J.R. Rotchford dive into discussions about biological hackers, pandemics, human robots, neurological brain chips, 1984, cancel culture & the future of our broken educational system. That's a lot to unpack in a half hour. So buckle up, relax and catch a contact. Don't worry. We won't go too far …

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The Golden Age of Daytime Talk - Interview with Diane Rappoport (Part 1) 42:49

1M ago42:49

42:49

In this installment of Fix Your Algorithm, Douglas welcomes a legend & pioneer of daytime talk shows, Diane Rappoport to the show. Diane is a former Executive in Charge of Production for the Oprah Winfrey Show and Executive Producer for the Montel Williams Show, Maury Povich Show and the Howie Mandel Show. To Listen to Part 2 of this Episode: Click…

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Our Montel Years and Beyond - Interview with Diane Rappoport (Part 2) 45:12

1M ago45:12

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In this installment of Fix Your Algorithm, Douglas welcomes a legend & pioneer of daytime talk shows, Diane Rappoport to the show. Diane is a former Executive in Charge of Production for the Oprah Winfrey Show and Executive Producer for the Montel Williams Show, Maury Povich Show and Howie Mandel Show.…

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The State of the Financial System: US and Globally - Interview with J.R. Rotchford (Part 1) 30:08

1M ago30:08

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On this episode of Fix Your Algorithm, Douglas welcomes financial expert & host of Another Money Show, which airs locally in Phoenix Arizona. https://anothermoneyshow.com. The two discuss J.R.'s history and background and why the economy is approaching another global financial crisis. To Watch This Interview: Click Here…

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Patriotism, Protesting & Partisan Geopolitics - Interview with J.R. Rotchford (Part 2) 25:37

1M ago25:37

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On this segment of Fix Your Algorithm, it's July 5th and the day after Independence Day. Douglas continues his conversation with financial expert & host of Another Money Show, J.R. Rotchford. They discuss everything from their July 4th celebrations to the July 4th Protests that took place in the West Village of New York City over the holiday weeken…

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Has Keir’s time come? 32:49

2M ago32:49

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As voters across the UK go to the polls, we take the pulse of the ways a potential Labour government could change the energy landscape. Kier Starmer is committed to a clean power system by 2030, rather than maxing out gas and oil output. Whilst the right-wing Reform looks set to opt for a “burn baby, burn” policy, what are Labours other plans. List…

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Is it apple pie time today? 32:40

2M ago32:40

32:40

As Europe’s power system becomes ever more decentralised, electricity consumption patterns will need to change, and change fast. Huge daily and within-day price differences will mean ever bigger prices differences for when we choose to do our laundry, charge the car or put on the oven to make apple pie. Listen to a discussion with Michiel Lensink a…

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Picking winners 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

Even for the best power projects, gaining electricity access from grid operators is far from straightforward. Amid an every lengthening queue of applications, how do TSOs decide what projects to approve and which to reject? Is it a choice between electricity hungry data centres generating Tik-Tok videos or AI servers? Listen to a discussion with Ma…

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EU elections: Fragmentation and paralysis? 29:34

3M ago29:34

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As 373m Europeans head to the polls – we ask one simple question. Will the rise of the far right across the EU endanger the energy transition? Pollsters are warning a swing right – and left – will fragment the European Parliament and could paralyse decision making. So, will the hard-fought parliamentary consensus for the green shift become fragile …

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S10 E115- Whirlwind 23:31

3M ago23:31

23:31

This week we recap the season and our busy week. We meet up with Tommy Chong at the GrowUp Conference in Toronto! Then went and spent the weekend at Camp Canna Ontario. The BEST weekend ever! What a week what a season! Stay High Ladies! Tickets are still available for Camp Canna Alberta August 16-18, 2024 Visit campcanna.ca for details and tickets …

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Decarbonising heavy industry 24:47

3M ago24:47

24:47

The green transition will not succeed unless industrial sectors also manage to decarbonise production processes. Sweden has experienced problems with long-term power purchase deals, with many companies facing a very tough financial environment amid price volatility and oversupply. Listen to a discussion on the lessons learnt for Europe and one comp…

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S10 E114- News for Young and Old 25:46

3M ago25:46

25:46

This week in the Hotbox, Annie & Amanda discuss recent articles in the news about the overconsumption of cannabis. Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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Geopolitical tension rises on creeping escalation 29:30

3M ago29:30

29:30

Global geopolitical tensions are growing amid a creeping escalation of the conflicts in the Middle-East and in Ukraine. Listen to a discussion on the dangers to global security and energy supply as very few countries seek to de-escalate conflict zones. This week’s pod also touches on the upcoming EU elections and positive signs in Germany as power …

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S10 E113 - Considering Compensation 33:21

3M ago33:21

33:21

This week in the Hotbox, we chat about what you should expect to make $$ in the cannabis industry. Graydon from White Ash Group, a recruitment firm that specializes in the cannabis industry, has some insights. Are we well compensated? Are we happy? You will be surprised! We chat about all things employment and take a sneak peek at compensation and …

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Flexing French nuclear 30:14

3M ago30:14

30:14

What a difference a couple of years makes. As France returns to a position of net power exporter, it appears to have moved on from the supply woes of 2022. But booming solar generation, a plethora of negative prices in France and its neighbours have weighed on wholesale electricity prices and raised doubts about the financing of new nuclear plants …

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S10 E112 - Stigma Surcharge 36:10

3M ago36:10

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This week in the Hotbox, we speak with the fantastic people behind EQUA insurance brokerage and risk management company. Loretta and Khadisha help us to understand insurance and the unique barriers that the cannabis industry faces since legalization. Follow EQUA on LinkedIn & visit their website: https://equaspecialty.com/ Support the Show.…

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Europe leads renewables boom 29:00

4M ago29:00

29:00

Europe is the frontrunner in the global renewables boom, as wind and solar have become the fastest growing electricity sources in history. Listen to a discussion on why the massive growth in capacity is set to continue this year, while coal and gas generation set to fall further. However, there are headwinds. Curtailments and public acceptance are …

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S10 E111 - Toba 4 the win 21:52

4M ago21:52

21:52

This week in the Hotbox, we are joined by Jesse Lavoie to share exciting news about the recent changes in Manitoba. Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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Choppy carbon prices 29:46

4M ago29:46

29:46

European carbon prices have rebounded from two-year lows in February to trade around EUR 70/t. One of the main drivers for the CO2 market has so far been gas. Listen to a discussion with Ingvild Sorhus from Veytabout the other drivers influencing prices and why a return to EUR 100/t is possible as a shortage looms from 2026. Host: Snjólfur Richard …

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S10 E110 - Do Tell, Montel 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

This week in the Hotbox, we chat with cannabis activist, television personality and a name known in most homes in North America, Montel Williams. Find Let's Be Blunt with Montel on all listening platforms. Support the Show.

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The Trump hand grenade 27:34

4M ago27:34

27:34

The global gas market faces turmoil and increased price volatility should Donald Trump return to the white house. Listen to a discussion why a Trump victory in November will be “like dropping a hand grenade on the energy markets”, the implications of Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian gas infrastructure and Putin’s shadow fleet of LNG vessels. And will …

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S10 E109 - Dope N' Accessible 27:37

4M ago27:37

27:37

This week we in the Hotbox, we chat with cannabis advocate, Dave Pantano about accessibility in the cannabis industry. Connect with and follow Dave on IG @dopendisabledproductions Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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Acer steps up 29:37

4M ago29:37

29:37

EU regulatory agency Acer is taking on new tasks and challenges. Listen to a discussion on the complexities of supervising increasingly automated and interconnected markets, the expansion of the Remit framework, the regulatory body’s new investigatory powers and how it handles huge amounts of data. In addition, what plans does Acer have to improve …

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S10 E108 - 420 Ladies 29:19

4M ago29:19

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Welcome back to the Hotbox for Season 10! This week for 420, we celebrate a few true High Ladies who helped pave the way for us and the road to legalization. Join us while we learn about Margaret Mead, "Brownie Mary" Rathbun & Allyn Howlett. Support the Show.

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Carbon border tax: Europe's own goal? 30:33

5M ago30:33

30:33

The EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) is intended to address the issue of carbon leakage - preventing companies moving to jurisdictions with less stringent emissions rules - and to keep industrial sectors in the EU competitive by charging a carbon levy at its borders. But the inclusion of electricity could trigger several unintended co…

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France’s ample supply 23:06

5M ago23:06

23:06

After record low nuclear output in 2022, France has again become a powerhouse of atomic generation. So much so, that it is again Europe’s largest electricity exporter. Wholesale market prices in the country have tumbled amid ample supply, weak demand and high renewables, primarily solar, generation. Listen to a discussion on the outlook ahead of th…

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Italy’s gas outlook 41:35

5M ago41:35

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Europe may have weathered the worst of the storms of the covid pandemic and the energy crisis, but the continent’s gas market remains fragile. In this episode, we talk to the CEO of gas transit operator Snam and one of Italy’s most respected energy experts about the role gas will play for the country as it looks to wean itself off Russian gas. Ital…

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Picasso turbulence 27:21

5M ago27:21

27:21

The pan-EU balancing mechanism Picasso has caused price turbulence after its introduction in some markets, notably Italy. The country has since exited the platform and other countries have delayed implementation to the mandatory system. Listen to a discussion on the problems experienced by Italy and proposals put forward to change the platform and …

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Virtual hubs and deep markets 27:56

5M ago27:56

27:56

EU regulatory body Acer has proposed several changes to the framework of forward markets and cross-border trading, aimed at boosting power market liquidity. Listen to a discussion on virtual hubs, financial transmission rights or “spread futures” and why the Nordic model may not be the best example to follow. And, would dividing the German power zo…

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S9 E107- Rooms of Women 36:22

6M ago36:22

36:22

This week in the hotbox we celebrate international women's day and recap the season. We discuss some incredible events from this past week. We were finalists for the Visionary award at the Women in Business Awards hosted by the @barriechamberofcommerce. We also attended the @radiclefemmes women in cannabis event, hosted by @marigoldagency Lastly, a…

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The “ketchup effect” 30:33

6M ago30:33

30:33

Norway installed the least amount of renewables in the Nordic region last year. Ahead of the country’s first ever offshore wind auction, we talk to former energy minister Åslaug Haga about the outlook for new green energy in terms of meeting growing demand. Listen to a discussion on the ways in which country should speed up capacity build and why i…

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S9 E106 Talking Tourism with the CCTA 28:28

6M ago28:28

28:28

This week in the HotBox, we chat with Jeremy Smith, the Director of Government Relations for the Canadian Cannabis Tourism Alliance (CCTA). We discuss the significance of cannabis tourism and on all sectors of our economy. Canada has the opportunity to become the world's number one cannabis tourism destination if done right. The CCTA is doing the h…

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Another bumper year for PPAs 26:45

6M ago26:45

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European power purchase agreements (PPAs) look set for another bumper year with potential volume of 20 GW. However, there is some market hesitancy amid economic headwinds and flagging wholesale electricity prices. There is also a good chance for Germany to knock Spain off the top spot for PPA growth. Listen in! Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Ed…

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S9 E105 Dignified Consumption With Blunts & Beans 29:42

6M ago29:42

29:42

This week in the Hotbox Annie and Amanda are joined by Alexis from Blunts&Beans. We discuss the concept of dignified consumption and plan our trip to Ontario's first Camp Canna See you there May 31st - June 2nd, 2024 Find out more! See you there! https://campcanna.ca/ontario Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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Epic problems, epic solutions 30:16

6M ago30:16

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Over the past decade, Germany has experienced serious energy shocks – many of which were of its own making. For instance, the over-reliance on Russian gas and exiting coal and nuclear power at the same time. However, it has also provided solutions on a remarkable scale. Listen to a discussion - recorded live at the E-World trade fair in Germany - o…

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S9 E104 - Living in a Pink Dystopia 33:30

6M ago33:30

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This week in the hotbox, Annie and Amanda share some updates on past episodes and discuss a few current news items. Please consider buying us a coffee Articles OCS earnings https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/november-2023/ontario-cannabis-revenues/ Increase to store limit - Ontario https://mjbizdaily.com/ontario-canada-looks-to-double-cannabi…

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Why GO prices are crashing 28:37

6M ago28:37

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European Guarantee of Origin prices have slumped to near 15-month lows amid oversupply and faltering auctions. Listen to a discussion on the measures policy makers need to adopt to boost both transparency and liquidity in this opaque market. Will prices ever reach the highs of 2022 again? Host: Snjólfur Richard Sverrisson, Editor-in-Chief, Montel G…

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S9 E103 Soaking it in with Stewart Farms 38:13

6M ago38:13

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This week we speak with Tanner and Catrina of Stewart Farms. Stewart Farms is best known for their line of natural wellness products including salves, creams and Canada's #1 infused bath bombs. Visit them online at www.Stewartfarms.life and on Instagram @stewartfarmslife Support the Show.

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Trump looms as geopolitics hots up 29:53

6M ago29:53

29:53

The prospect of Trump returning to the White House could shake up the global gas market already on edge from rising tensions in the Middle East. Listen to a discussion about how Trump could reverse President Biden’s pause to LNG projects. Also, the pod highlights why Chinese and German gas demand is returning close to pre-pandemic levels and what t…

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S9 E102 Weed Out Misinformation with Dr. Daniel Bear 32:45

7M ago32:45

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This week we interview Dr. Daniel Bear, Director of the Centre for Social Innovation at Humber College. We chat with Dr. Bear about the importance of weeding out misinformation and the challenges that poses after years of prohibition and misleading information. He oversaw the creation of the weedoutmisinfomation.com campaign. Take the surveys to se…

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Geopolitical risk fatigue? 27:55

7M ago27:55

27:55

Are oil and gas markets too complacent about the current geopolitical risks in the Middle East, which accounts for around one third of global seaborne oil trade? Saul Kavonic, senior research analyst at MST Financial thinks so. In this week's pod, he explains how an escalation of tensions beyond the Hamas-Irael war could see the closure of the Stra…

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S9 E101- Love Soup 32:24

7M ago32:24

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This week in the hotbox, we pay tribute to our amazing and faithful listeners. Thank you to those who sent us stories and notes of love @primeaucannabis @plancnow @kellysgreenlounge @Strictly_Hippie @Canadian_StonerGirl @dopendisabledproductions Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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Germany bucks 17-yr power trend 28:11

7M ago28:11

28:11

For the first time in 17 years, Germany became a net electricity importer in 2023, largely due to expensive fossil fuels which meant power from its neighbours was cheaper than that domestically generated. Carbon emissions in the country also plummeted but is the drop permanent as the country looks to transform its power system? Listen to a discussi…

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S9 E100 - One Hundred 27:41

7M ago27:41

27:41

Annie and Amanda are back in the Hotbox for season 9! Today, we reflect on the past 100 episodes and the amazing guests who have taught us so much along the way. Support the Show.By High Ladies Podcast

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The flexibility episode 31:52

7M ago31:52

31:52

Europe’s net-zero targets for 2050 are ambitious, but the roll-out of renewable energy will not be successful without a significant boost to flexibility in power markets. Listen to a discussion on the prospects for batteries, both giga and household, in the energy transition and where the hotspots are in Europe. Could new technology such as sodium-…

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Saved by cables? 33:31

8M ago33:31

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Cross-border electricity cables are controversial. For some they provide supply security while others believe they increase prices in markets used to low energy costs. Listen to a discussion on the impact the power links had amid a period of extremely cold weather in the Nordic region. In addition, what is the outlook for wholesale prices in the co…

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Germany’s big freeze 32:05

8M ago32:05

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Germany faces a freeze on many counts over the coming weeks. Firstly, a cold snap is likely to send power prices spiralling. In addition, a budget freeze could hamper the country’s plans to meet its decarbonisation targets after a court ruled the EUR 60bn earmarked for its green transition was illegal. How will Europe’s largest energy consumer affo…

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