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An Independence Institute production focusing on the unique energy challenges facing Colorado.Copyright 2026 Independence Institute Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Political Power Policies
    13 Oct 2026

    Colorado is about to get a new governor. How will that change the state's policies it has with power? PowerGab Host Amy Cooke discusses this topic with Dave Thielan from Liberal and Loving It.

    Show Notes:

    Dave Thielen on AI, data centers, Suncor, and politics

    Suncor Case: https://deepbackground30.substack.com/cp/215552037

    AI and Data Centers:

    https://liberalandlovingit.substack.com/p/ai-ending-the-human-race-is-likely

    https://liberalandlovingit.substack.com/p/datacenters-are-the-battle-ai-is

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    34 min
  • Data Center Necessity
    6 Oct 2026

    Weld County Commissioner Scott James joins PowerGab Host Amy Cooke to discuss a recent divided vote on a wind and solar facility and the need for data centers, as well as other topics.

    Show Notes:

    1. Chalk Bluffs: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/economy/commissioners-approve-1-67b-energy-development-in-north-weld-county/ar-AA2cTTKq
    2. Data Center: https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/in-your-community/northern-colorado/weld-county-commissioners-approve-proposed-41-acre-data-center
    3. Xcel and PUC have problems: https://www.denverpost.com/2026/09/26/xcel-power-outages-colorado/
    4. Offer to Phil Weiser: https://x.com/TheRightAOC/status/2104340275447648478

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    31 min
  • The Higher Power?
    29 Sep 2026

    Colorado's oil and gas production has plummeted since democrats took over the state. What does that mean for your energy needs? PowerGab Host Amy Cooke discusses this topic and more with Director of Energy Additions of Liberty Energy, Ryan Zorn.

    Show Notes:

    1. https://energynewsbeat.co/crude-oil/colorado-oil-and-gas-wells-lag-even-with-high-oil-prices/
    2. https://www.greeleytribune.com/2026/09/24/weld-chalk-bluffs-wind-solar/
    3. https://www.postindependent.com/opinion/guest-column-legislators-sound-alarm-over-amendment-82/

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    42 min
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