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What if America’s energy future—and millions of jobs—hinged on one hard decision in a small Michigan town? In this powerful episode of Unconventional Times, Richard Gordon sits down with transformational leader Jennifer Granholm—former Michigan Governor and U.S. Secretary of Energy—to reveal how the loss of a single factory unraveled the heart of American manufacturing, and how bold decisions in the face of devastation sparked a clean energy renaissance now reshaping both the nation and the world. Highlights include Jennifer Granholm’s raw account of battling the Great Recession, negotiating the auto industry rescue, building a “Michigan model” for clean energy, and pioneering strategies that brought 950 new factories and millions of jobs to the U.S. She pulls back the curtain on supply chain challenges, her vision of a smarter grid, the surprising upsides of data centers, and how public-private partnerships—if done right—can create a stronger, sustainable economy. The episode closes with candid insights on policy “yo-yoing” and the essential steps needed for America’s energy future. Episode Overview: [00:00] Introduction & Jennifer Granholm’s public service calling[07:10] Breaking barriers as Michigan’s first female governor and attorney general[08:37] The Great Recession: loss of manufacturing, Electrolux story[13:48] Diversifying Michigan’s economy & birth of green jobs[14:35] Trade agreements and their impact on the Democratic Party[14:41] The auto industry rescue and push for electric vehicles[18:28] Fighting to keep manufacturing in the U.S. and evolving industrial strategy[20:44] Supply chains, industrial clusters & international investment[22:56] Why Jennifer Granholm never ran for Senate[23:09] Transition to U.S. Secretary of Energy[25:28] Nationalizing the Michigan model: Inflation Reduction Act details[28:40] Results: 950 new clean energy factories, millions of jobs[30:45] What is “the grid” and why should we care?[34:14] Creating a smarter grid: who pays, who benefits[36:38] Data centers—threat or opportunity?[39:14] Guardrails, jobs, and community benefits[43:13] Policy “yo-yo effect” and energy future priorities[44:42] Batteries, solar, wind, and nuclear—balancing the energy mix[48:14] Jennifer Granholm’s magic wand: real solutions for America’s energy[49:38] Designated Survivor and final reflections[51:44] Closing remarks and episode wrap-up

In this episode of the Scientista Podcast, we’re joined by former Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and her senior advisor Karen Skelton for a wide-ranging conversation on energy, national security, and how policy actually gets made. We spend time on a lesser-known detail shaping the Greenland conversation: a 2021 law that restricts mining of ore linked to uranium, effectively limiting access to many critical minerals. Granholm shares insight into how this legal context may help explain recent political interest in Greenland—an angle largely missing from mainstream coverage. The conversation also explores clean energy affordability, utility regulation, global supply chains, and the importance of strong teams behind major policy decisions. Granholm and Skelton offer a candid look at what’s lost when complex energy and security debates get reduced to headlines—and why paying attention to the details matters. Thank you for listening! Learn more about Scientista here: www.scientista.world

In this interview, Heidrick & Struggles’ Uroš Zver speaks to Jennifer Granholm, the former United States Secretary of Energy, about what leadership looks like in the context of the global energy transition—a transformation that's technological, economic, political, and human all at once. Granholm discusses the value of storytelling as a leader as well as how leadership evolves under pressure, especially when the stakes involve generational change and long-term global challenges. She also reflects on the moments that shaped her leadership philosophy, shares insights on how to foster cultures that balance innovation and execution, and discusses what it takes to keep teams motivated in long-horizon, purpose-driven work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Granholm is the U.S. Secretary of Energy. She previously served as both Governor and Attorney General of Michigan. Granholm and Preet discuss how the Inflation Reduction Act could help achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, why nuclear energy is integral to fighting climate change, and where gas prices could be headed next. Plus, the legal battle over the FBI’s Mar-a-Lago search continues, and Preet receives a question from an American icon: Fonzie from Happy Days . For show notes and a transcript of the episode, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/nukes-solar-wind-oh-my-with-jennifer-granholm/ Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail. Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, Jake asks Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm if President Biden is preparing to move forward on infrastructure without Republicans. Next, Jake talks to Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine about the growing cybersecurity threat against the US as well as Democrats’ voting rights push in the Senate. Then, Jake presses Republican Gov. Tate Reeves of Mississippi on why his state is ranked last in the country in terms of vaccinations. Finally, Jake comments on Republican leaders’ decision to effectively give former President Trump a pass on his election lies. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, Jake presses Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm on criticism that President Biden’s $2.3 trillion proposal goes well beyond focusing on infrastructure. Then, Jake talks with Senate Budget Committee Chairman Sen. Bernie Sanders about the fight ahead in Congress to pass Biden’s plan. Next, Jake asks Republican Gov. Tate Reeves of Mississippi about vaccine hesitancy among Republicans and whether he would support a so-called vaccine passport in his state. Finally, Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota joins Jake to react to the emotion first week of the trial for the former police officer charged with George Floyd’s murder. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Women played a huge role in the 2018 midterms. A record number of women were elected to congress, some marking other historic firsts along the way. Women organized massive rallies, and made their voices heard at the polls. So, what can we expect in 2020 and beyond? Former Governor of Michigan Jennifer Granholm and UC Berkeley Public Policy professor Sarah Anzia sit down with PhD student Charlotte Hill to discuss how they see women shaping the future of politics in the United States. Series: "Public Policy and Society" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 34399]

Jennifer Granholm, the former Governor of Michigan and now on faculty at UC Berkeley, makes a rousing case for how electric driverless cars will lead to new industries, cleaner air, more mobility and a higher quality of life as commuters relax while in transit. Governor Granholm was the featured speaker in the Fall 2017 Board Dinner of the Goldman School of Public Policy at UC Berkeley. Series: "The Goldman School - Berkeley Public Policy" [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 32979]