Episodes

  • The KJ Show Episode 108: Electrifying Transport: Trains, Boats & Cars

    The KJ Show Episode 108: Electrifying Transport: Trains, Boats & Cars
    Oct 30 2024
    On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will share her recent electrifying experiences with France's transit system, including metro trains, electric-powered tourist boats, and many EVs and hybrid taxis.



    This week's episode examines some of the impressive advances in electric-powered transport. It includes a discussion of some promising electric boat advances and an update on the continuing challenges facing electric vehicles.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (Watch More on Youtube). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.


    #EVs;#solartrains; #evboats; #France; #Paris; #metro; #climateart; #Louvre
    Show more Show less
    44 mins
  • The KJ Show Episode 107: New Renewable Energy Applications

    The KJ Show Episode 107: New Renewable Energy Applications
    Oct 16 2024
    Renewable energy technologies, such as wind and solar power, have become mainstream. But these aren’t the only applications that rely on renewable energy sources. Today’s show highlights some of the innovative ways researchers are exploring how best to incorporate these technologies into everyday life.

    This show will highlight advances such as:
    Comparing the benefits of using Solar PV for power generation vs. rooftop agriculture;
    Exploring the concept of harnessing “geothermal power” anywhere;
    Developing new ways to cool ourselves and our buildings; and
    Using carbon dioxide to power our cell phones.

    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (Watch More on Youtube). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.

    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.

    #RE #SolarPV #RooftopPV #Agriculture; #SolarTrains; #CoolBuildings; #GeothermalPower; #CarbonDioxide; #CoolFabrics;
    Show more Show less
    48 mins
  • The KJ Show #106 Manufactured Housing: Energy Efficiency in an Overburdened Market Sector

    The KJ Show #106 Manufactured Housing: Energy Efficiency in an Overburdened Market Sector
    Oct 9 2024
    Approximately 8.4 million Americans live in manufactured housing units , but 44% face high energy costs. These are also the most vulnerable residents, as most live at or below the poverty line. Since these customers are also considered "low-income," many lack the financial ability to make energy improvements on their own.



    On today's show, our guest, Nathan Baer, Vice President and CEO of I3 Energy, will share his insights and experiences in working in the Manufactured Home Segment. Nathan will also share how energy efficiency improvement programs sponsored by utilities positively impact Manufactured Home residents.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.
    Show more Show less
    45 mins
  • The KJ Show Episode 105: Nuclear and Coal Make Strange Bedfellows

    The KJ Show Episode 105: Nuclear and Coal Make Strange Bedfellows
    Oct 2 2024
    Coal plants may be the missing link to powering a nuclear energy future. The Department of Energy recently identified hundreds of coal power plants that could increase nuclear capacity in the U.S. to more than 250 gigawatts (GW). The existing fleet has a combined capacity of 95 GW and supplies half of the nation's emissions-free electricity.



    The transition would also bring tangible benefits to energy communities with additional jobs, new economic activities, and improved environmental conditions.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.


    Hashtags: #nuclearpower; #coal; #energytransition; #economicbenefits; #energyefficiency; #electrification; #disadvantagedcommunities
    Show more Show less
    53 mins
  • The KJ Show Episode #104 - Where is the Energizer Bunny for RE?

    The KJ Show Episode #104 - Where is the Energizer Bunny for RE?
    Sep 25 2024
    Wind and solar are the ideal renewable energy sources, but they have one big problem: reliability. However, the sun doesn't always shine, and the wind doesn't always blow. Therefore, renewable energy needs batteries to store the excess energy generated by wind and solar energy for dark and stormy days and nights.



    Battery storage technology is on the cusp of becoming practical, but it's not quite there yet. T. On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss the role of batteries in clean energy and whether there is an Energizer Bunny on the horizon for renewable energy technologies.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.
    Show more Show less
    49 mins
  • The KJ Show #103 - Climate Emotions

    The KJ Show #103 - Climate Emotions
    Sep 18 2024
    Concerns about climate change have created a new psychological issue: climate anxiety. Eco-anxiety, also known as climate anxiety, is a chronic fear and distress about environmental issues and climate change. It can cause a range of symptoms, including depression.

    In 2018, surveys conducted in the United States found that between 21% and 29% of Americans said they were "very" worried about the climate. This trend has led to a rise of "good grief" therapy groups and eco-chaplains.

    Our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss how climate anxiety is overblown as climate information is often misleading or just wrong.

    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.

    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.
    Show more Show less
    55 mins
  • The KJ Show Episode 102: Are We There Yet?

    The KJ Show Episode 102: Are We There Yet?
    Sep 11 2024
    Since the Paris Climate Accords, energy advocates have been pushing governments to agree to aggressive climate goals.



    Although significant progress has been made in developing and deploying some of these technologies, deployment of all these technologies is still not happening as fast as needed to reach 2030 targets. In addition, the technologies risk facing raw material and labor shortages and lengthy permitting procedures.



    On today's show, our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss how the energy transition is falling behind as only a few climate policies have led to reduced emissions.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.


    #energytransition; #climatechange; #netenergy; #ParisClimateAccords; #carbonemissionreductions; #EVs; #heatpumps; #Vienna
    Show more Show less
    55 mins
  • The KJ Show Episode 101: #Climate Contradictions

    The KJ Show Episode 101: #Climate Contradictions
    Sep 4 2024
    The truth is slowly coming out as more environmental activists realize the grave damage caused by renewable energies. Our host, Dr. Katherine Johnson, will discuss some surprising stories that didn't make the news in today's show.



    For example, Green Party members in Australia now oppose wind turbines. In contrast, others support nuclear power as a clean, renewable energy technology.



    Furthermore, according to a group of climate scientists, global warming rates are lower than expected, which contradicts the gloomy predictions of an imminent catastrophe.



    Join The KJ Show at 11 a.m. Eastern Wednesday (https://boldbravetv.com/11am-the-kj-show/). Share your thoughts by calling 866-451-1451 or sending your comments to kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.


    Please sign up for Dr. KJ's Energy Rx, a free weekly newsletter exploring these energy topics in depth.
    Show more Show less
    56 mins