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Today on Volts: you've probably heard that Australia has cheap rooftop solar power. You've probably also heard some rumors & myths about it. (Is it destabilizing the grid?) I called my favorite Australian energy expert to clear it all up. This is a fun one!
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What's the real story with Australian rooftop solar?
Saul Griffith joins me to debunk the myths surrounding Australia's massive influx of solar energy.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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Overhead at a house party: “Libertarian men are just Republicans who want to get laid.”
December 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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The U.S. government just banned five people from entering the country because it doesn’t like their speech. This ban, according to the State Department, is necessary to protect free speech.

If that sounds insane to you, congratulations on your reading comprehension.
Opinion | Marco Rubio is using real censorship to fight fake censorship
Mike Masnick: In the name of protecting free speech, the U.S. government just banned five Europeans from entering the country because it doesn’t like their speech.
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December 27, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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"one homeowner said, 'I literally have panic attacks everyday. I’ve lost 20 pounds since January 7th. My hair is falling out and I’m scared.'”

This piece really underscores how broken our disaster insurance system is. We desperately need a redesign! #SharedFates
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Commentary: Four months into insurance claim delays and disputes, a new blow to fire victims: A rate hike
Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara handed State Farm General a 17% emergency rate hike.
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May 15, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Good morning from Washington! Attending the National Association of State Energy Offices conference this week.
February 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Good morning from still-frozen New York City!
January 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Birthday dinner with Cheryl, mezcal, and ants
January 24, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Good morning, beautiful world! Good morning, friends!
January 22, 2025 at 1:11 PM