
Robert Bryce
Author of six books, including "A Question of Power: Electricity and the Wealth of Nations", and writer of an eponymous Substack. His expertise is in energy markets and policy.
Top 10 podcasts with Robert Bryce
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Jul 13, 2023 • 1h 45min
375. Sacrificing the Poor to NOT Save the Planet | Robert Bryce
Robert Bryce, an author and film producer with over three decades of experience in energy and politics, joins Dr. Jordan B. Peterson to discuss his thought-provoking insights from his latest book. They explore the challenges of the zero-emissions agenda on developing nations, the complexities of transitioning to renewable energy, and the powerful implications of nuclear energy. Bryce critiques current climate policies, emphasizes energy access's role in poverty alleviation, and questions mainstream climate narratives, advocating for a balanced and pragmatic approach to energy solutions.

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Jan 7, 2026 • 35min
Does America need Venezuela’s oil?
Freddy Gray talks with Robert Bryce, an insightful energy writer and analyst known for his expertise in oil and electricity, about America's complex relationship with Venezuelan oil. They dive into the strategic importance of heavy crude and how U.S. concerns about adversaries like China and Russia shape policy. Robert explains the dire state of Venezuela's electricity grid and the long road ahead for recovery, while also highlighting the risks of corruption and kleptocracy in potential reconstruction efforts. Expect a riveting discussion about energy's role in geopolitics!

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Jan 10, 2026 • 26min
Can the US really rebuild Venezuela’s oil industry?
Robert Bryce, an energy writer and analyst, dives into the complexities of reviving Venezuela's oil industry, post-Maduro capture. He discusses the historical context of Venezuela's oil prosperity and how Chávez's reforms led to decline. Bryce emphasizes the U.S. motivations surrounding oil and the geopolitical stakes involving China and Russia. He articulates the challenges private companies face, including security risks and past expropriations. With the backdrop of an electricity crisis, he warns that without careful governance, rebuilding efforts could mirror Iraq's failures.

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Mar 10, 2026 • 27min
Will Donald Trump avoid the mistakes made by George Bush in Iraq?
Robert Bryce, energy expert who writes on gas and oil markets, and Jacob Heilbrunn, foreign policy editor and commentator, discuss Trump’s Middle East messaging and his talks with Putin. They debate risks of military escalation, effects on oil and gas markets, Britain’s energy vulnerability, and whether diplomacy with Russia could change Iran’s behavior.

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Feb 6, 2026 • 48min
Ep. 483 Robert Bryce Explains Why DC Cares So Much About Venezuelan Oil
Robert Bryce, energy journalist and author who digs into energy markets and geopolitics, explains why Washington has long targeted Venezuela and how its vast heavy crude matters to U.S. refineries. He traces the 2002 coup, the challenges of reviving production, the role of kleptocracy in infrastructure decay, and the immediate ripple effects on Cuba and hemispheric energy leverage.

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Mar 15, 2024 • 50min
The Energy Market Explained with Robert Bryce (WIM446)
The podcast delves into the Texas blackout incident, the importance of the energy grid, renewable energy challenges, and the connection between energy and money. It explores the complexities of the energy grid, just-in-time processes for natural gas, and the role of nuclear energy in power generation.

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Jan 8, 2026 • 2h 14min
AI Data Centers, Nuclear Power, and the Limits of Capitalism - Robert Bryce
Robert Bryce, an acclaimed author and energy journalist, delves into the fragility of the electric grid and its implications for Americans. He highlights how AI data centers are escalating electricity demand, revealing vulnerabilities in our energy infrastructure. Bryce advocates for a nuclear renaissance, discussing its potential benefits over renewables, while critiquing the misleading narrative of the 'clean energy transition.' He emphasizes the essential role of electricity in modern society and urges citizens to prioritize energy literacy for informed policy decisions.

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 34min
A Question of Power with Robert Bryce | Yaron Brook Interviews
Yaron Brook interviews Robert Bryce, author of A Question of Power. They discuss challenges in the energy sector, controversies in energy generation, the future of nuclear energy, electric vehicle market, resistance to nuclear power, investing strategies, political crises impacting the electric grid, safety of storing nuclear waste, and free market think tanks.

Feb 27, 2025 • 28min
The case for energy humanism
Robert Bryce, an energy expert and author of "The Question of Power," dives into the complexities of global energy and electric vehicles. He highlights Ford's staggering $17 billion losses due to its EV strategy and critiques government subsidies that drive automakers into unprofitable terrain. Discussing energy humanism, he shares a personal story that illustrates the importance of energy access. Additionally, Bryce explores China's and Russia's influence on climate policies and the radical shift in the environmentalist movement amid changing political landscapes.

Mar 14, 2026 • 1h 9min
March 14 Episode
Victor Adair, market trader who reads price action and volatility. Neil McIver, wealth manager behind the Vancouver Growth Portfolio. Robert Bryce, energy analyst focused on power, hydrocarbons, and land-use fights. They tackle Gulf tensions and gas market ripple effects. They debate Europe's energy policy and renewable pushbacks. They outline sector plays, volatile portfolio strategy, and energy-driven market moves.


