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#21 Tom and Mike discuss Biden's energy plan with a special guest Jan 29, 2021

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike are joined by The Honorable Dan Simmons, former head of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, to discuss Joe Biden's first moves on energy. They also get in their Super Bowl predictions and give insight into a busy news week. Links: • The Day Europe’s Power Grid Came Close to a Massive Blackout: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-01-27/green-shift-brings-blackout-risk-to-world-s-biggest-power-grid • Biden Suspends New Leases for Oil and Gas Drilling on Federal Lands: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/fossil-fuels/gas-and-oil/biden-suspends-new-leases-for-oil-and-gas-drilling-on-federal-lands/ • Department of Energy Announces New Senior Leaders: https://www.energy.gov/articles/department-energy-announces-new-senior-leaders • Biden’s Energy Nominee Divvied Millions In Taxpayer Funds To Alternative Energy Startups That Went Bankrupt: https://dailycaller.com/2021/01/27/jennifer-granholm-michigan-energy-companies-bankrupt/ • Schumer calls for Biden to declare climate emergency: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/535811-schumer-suggests-biden-should-declare-climate-emergency • President Biden: "Unity requires you to eliminate the vitriol.": https://twitter.com/thehill/status/1353816910253748224?s=12 • Amazon Seeks to Postpone Alabama Unionization Vote: https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-seeks-to-postpone-alabama-unionization-vote-11611339250?mod=searchresults_pos3&page=1 • California Governor Gavin Newsom lifts virus stay-at-home orders: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/california-covid-stay-at-home-order-lifted/ • Pro-abortion protesters storm pro-life Mass in Ohio cathedral, demand free abortions: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/pro-life-mass-in-columbus-cathedral-disrupted-by-pro-abortion-protesters • Oil-producing Native American tribe seeks exemption from Biden drilling pause: https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSL1N2JX2AW?__twitter_impression=true • SCHUMER: "Senators will have to decide if Donald John Trump incited the erection.": https://twitter.com/dailycaller/status/1352637772851535873?s=21 • Bill McKibben Twitter rant: https://twitter.com/billmckibben/status/1352389540334481410

#20 Tom and Mike discuss Biden's first week of executive actions Jan 25, 2021

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the wide ranging impacts of Joe Biden's day one executive orders and how his administration is shaping up in regards to energy policy. Links: • Major Oil Producers Insulated from Biden's Leasing Ban: https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Major-Oil-Producers-Insulated-from-Bidens-Leasing-Ban.html • Trump couldn’t have incited sedition without the help of Fox News: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/01/18/trump-couldnt-have-incited-sedition-without-help-fox-news/ • Tom Tweets: https://twitter.com/TomJPyle/status/1352433970793881602?s=20 • Executive Order on Protecting Public Health and the Environment and Restoring Science to Tackle the Climate Crisis: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/20/executive-order-protecting-public-health-and-environment-and-restoring-science-to-tackle-climate-crisis/ • Pompeo Officially Deems China Guilty of Genocide: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/20/executive-order-protecting-public-health-and-environment-and-restoring-science-to-tackle-climate-crisis/

#19 Tom and Mike discuss impeachment and politics in New York Jan 15, 2021

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss Trump's second impeachment, Andrew Yang, and politics in New York. Links: https://twitter.com/DailyCaller/status/1349464630335303684 https://www.cnn.com/2021/01/08/cars/new-gm-logo/index.html https://www.theepochtimes.com/former-sen-barbara-boxer-cancels-plan-to-lobby-for-a-sanctioned-chinese-company_3654531.html https://twitter.com/willchamberlain/status/1349462585226231811?s=21 https://www.eenews.net/climatewire/2021/01/13/stories/1063722397?utm_campaign=edition&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eenews%3Aclimatewire https://www.reuters.com/article/usa-energy/enbridge-rejects-michigan-governors-notice-it-must-shut-down-line-5-idUSL1N2JO3JC https://www.eenews.net/climatewire/2021/01/08/stories/1063722049?utm_campaign=edition&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eenews%3Aclimatewire https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9128203/Bill-Gates-bids-private-jet-operator-one-month-releases-climate-change-book.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/trade-chief-lighthizer-urges-biden-to-keep-tariffs-on-china-11610361001 https://twitter.com/AndrewYang/status/1349522020615278593?s=20 https://twitter.com/jasminerocha/status/1349255691169452033?s=20

#18: Tom and Mike unpack a busy first week for 2021 Jan 09, 2021

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the action packed first week of 2021. From the storming of the Capitol Hill, to the results of the Georgia senate election and the re-election of the RNC chief find out what it all means for 2021. Links: • For first time in 5 years, US gas mileage down, emissions up (USA Today): https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2021/01/07/us-gas-mileage-new-vehicles-down-first-time-5-years/6578610002/ • Mike's latest columns: www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/

#17: Tom and Mike welcome their first guest and share their final thoughts for 2020 Dec 31, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the COVID-19 stimulus/omnibus spending bills and the impacts it will likely have on America's energy producers and welcome the very first guest to the show, Jason Hayes of Michigan's Mackinac Center, to discuss Biden's plan to appoint former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm to lead the U.S. Department of Energy. Links: • Washington Times to The Republic: Rediscovering the Constitution: https://www.washingtontimes.com/specials/rediscover-constitution/ • Mike's latest columns: www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • Read Jason's latest from the Mackinac Center: https://www.mackinac.org/bio.aspx?ID=752 • Follow Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jasonthayes • Jennifer Granholm’s energy record in Michigan should frighten America: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2020/12/29/bidens-mistake-jennifer-granholm-bad-pick-lead-energy-department-column/3957137001/ • Biden's energy and climate appointments: A return to 'the swamp': https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/530586-bidens-energy-and-climate-appointments-a-return-to-the-swamp • The latest blogs from the Institute for Energy Research: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/type/commentary/ • China Needs Its Coal Fleet to Power Its Rising Electric Vehicle Fleet: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/international-issues/china-needs-its-coal-fleet-to-power-its-rising-electric-vehicle-fleet/ • China is Stockpiling Crude Oil as Covid-19 Makes Oil Cheap: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/fossil-fuels/gas-and-oil/china-is-stockpiling-crude-oil-as-covid-19-makes-oil-cheap/ • China Suffers Widespread Blackouts Amid Coal Supply Shortage: https://www.powermag.com/china-suffers-widespread-blackouts-amid-coal-supply-shortage/

#16: Tom and Mike discuss the 'Coronabus' and the rise of the 'direct action' coalition Dec 23, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the COVID-19 stimulus/omnibus spending bills and the rise of a new cross political coalition of lawmakers looking to change up how the federal bureaucracy functions. Links: • Washington Times to The Republic: Rediscovering the Constitution: https://www.washingtontimes.com/specials/rediscover-constitution/ • Mike's latest columns: www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • Soviet Politics, American Style: https://www.wsj.com/articles/soviet-politics-american-style-11608658685 • Inside Biden's Meeting With Civil Rights Leaders: https://theintercept.com/2020/12/10/biden-audio-meeting-civil-rights-leaders/ • Tweet from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: https://twitter.com/AOC/status/1341085329055473670?s=20 • The COVID-19 stimulus bill would make illegal streaming a felony: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/the-covid-19-stimulus-bill-would-make-illegal-streaming-a-felony?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social • Nature Conservancy Hooked Corporate America on an Empty Climate Solution: https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2020-nature-conservancy-carbon-offsets-trees/ • Stephen Kicks Off A Late Show’s Obama-Rama Extravagama With A Special Obamalogue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=371&v=RmtCV-U8wwo&feature=youtu.be

#15: Tom and Mike discuss more cabinet picks and North Face hypocrisy Dec 19, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the latest round of Biden's cabinet picks, the ongoing controversy with North Face, and much, much more. Links: • AEA's latest press releases: https://www.americanenergyalliance.org/category/press-releases/ • Mike's latest columns: www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • Wrong-Way Biden, from National Review: https://www.americanenergyalliance.org/2020/12/the-stealth-green-new-deal/ • The Stealth Green New Deal: www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=46156 • China Needs Its Coal Fleet to Power Its Rising Electric Vehicle Fleet: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/international-issues/china-needs-its-coal-fleet-to-power-its-rising-electric-vehicle-fleet/ • The Data for Progress Cabinet Tracker: https://www.carlbeijer.com/p/the-data-for-progress-cabinet-tracker • 'We gotta keep Flavortown open for biz': Guy Fieri backs lawsuit challenging outdoor dining closure: https://www.sfgate.com/food/amp/Guy-Fieri-backs-LA-lawsuit-outdoor-dining-ban-15789265.php?__twitter_impression=true • Alleged Chinese Spy Got So Close To Democrat Eric Swalwell That ‘Alarmed’ FBI Had To Intervene: Report: https://www.dailywire.com/news/alleged-chinese-spy-got-close-to-democrat-eric-swalwell-fbi-had-to-intervene?itm_source=parsely-api&utm_source=cnemail&utm_medium=email • Haaland would be far to the left of Lujan Grisham on energy: https://errorsofenchantment.com/haaland-would-be-far-to-the-left-of-lujan-grisham-on-energy/

#14: Tom and Mike discuss Biden appointees and corruption at the CPUC Dec 09, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the growing list of Biden cabinet picks and the rampant corruption of the California Public Utilities Commission. Links: • Sonrkin and Santelli debate restaurant restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVBPf_PYmPE • Mike's latest columns: https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • Percent Share of US EV Sales By State: https://evadoption.com/ev-market-share/percent-share-of-us-ev-sales-by-state/ • California was the largest net electricity importer of any state in 2019: https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=46156

#13: Tom and Mike on Biden's picks and Obama's memoir Dec 02, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss the merits of civil disobedience in the age of lockdowns and dive into Biden's picks for his potential cabinet. Plus, the duo weigh in on president Obama's latest memoir. Links: • 'A new, better Supreme Court makes its debut in New York pandemic case' column: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/nov/28/a-new-better-supreme-court-makes-its-debut-in-new-/ • Mike's latest columns: https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • The Biden Energy Plan Is Like California’s—But Worse: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/the-grid/the-biden-energy-plan-is-like-californias-but-worse/ • More analysis of Joe Biden's energy plans: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/tag/joe-biden/ • Follow Roger Pielke Jr. on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RogerPielkeJr • John Kerry clip: https://noagendaassets.com/enc/1606426357.247_johnkerryclimateczar-linkingcovidtoclimatechangebehaviour.mp3 • Joe Biden clip: https://noagendaassets.com/enc/1606426383.939_bidenpalmists.mp3 • Marco Rubio tweet: https://twitter.com/marcorubio/status/1331238258509045761?s=20

#12: Tom and Mike on the future of carbon taxes Nov 25, 2020

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On this episode of Unregulated Tom & Mike discuss what a Biden administration will mean for the prospects of a national carbon tax, and the important role the Georgia runoff election will play in shaping the next four years of American politics. Links: • 'For distracted Republicans, it's time to refocus on Georgia Senate races' column: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/nov/22/for-distracted-republicans-its-time-to-refocus-on-/ • Mike's latest columns: https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/michael-mckenna/ • More about Biden's association with carbon taxes: https://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/climate-change/bidens-carbon-plan-will-raise-energy-costs-deliver-minuscule-climate-benefit/

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