Episode 2: Shorting the Grid (w/ Meredith Angwin, The Electric Grandma)

Professor Bassload waxes nostalgic with the Electric Grandma, Meredith Angwin, author of Shorting the Grid. Join them as they explore the intricate and often misunderstood world of energy infrastructure, diving deep into: - The essential role of chemists in energy production- Why nuclear power is crucial for a stable grid- How policy and payment structures impact electricity reliability- The "fatal trifecta" that threatens energy security- The difference between theoretical energy solutions and real-world grid demands- BASS! LOAD! ENERGY!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Follow Meredith!X: https://x.com/MeredithAngwinSubstack: https://meredithangwin.substack.com/Recorded on March 10th, 2025 at PubKey NYC.