Rob Louw: The Greenhouse Effect | Tom Nelson Pod #341
Rob Louw, a retired chemical engineer now a physics lecturer, discusses the greenhouse effect, emphasizing the roles of various gases like carbon dioxide and water vapor in Earth's energy balance. He explains the physics behind greenhouse gases, the importance of carbon dioxide for life, and the limitations of its impact on global warming. He also critiques the net zero policy, highlighting the diminishing effect of additional CO2 on global temperatures and promoting a better understanding of atmospheric physics.00:00 Introduction to Rob Louw and the Greenhouse Effect03:42 Understanding Earth's Atmospheric Composition06:15 The Role of Greenhouse Gases in Earth's Energy Balance11:11 Radiation and the Greenhouse Effect28:26 Impact of Doubling Carbon Dioxide Levels33:29 Comparing Emission Curves Across Regions35:06 Digitizing and Comparing Measured Curves36:13 Impact of Carbon Dioxide on Emission Altitude39:21 The Diminishing Effect of Greenhouse Gases46:00 The Role of Clouds and Natural Variability47:03 Concluding Thoughts on Carbon Dioxide and Climate48:05 Audience Reactions and Further Discussions56:40 Future Talks and Educational Outreachhttps://co2coalition.org/teammember/rob-louw/========Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
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Mike Farris: Coffee and a Mike | Tom Nelson Pod #340
Mike Farris, host of 'Coffee and a Mic,' engages in a detailed conversation about his journey through podcasting, now totaling over 1,200 episodes, and how he transitioned to full-time work interviewing guests on diverse subjects. He reflects on his evolution from discussing topics like running and food to addressing more complex issues such as COVID-19 narratives, election integrity, and financial instability. Additionally, Mike shares his personal story of significant weight loss and commitment to fitness, alongside his thoughts on the current societal climate, including censorship and potential future challenges.00:00 Introduction and Current Events00:56 Podcasting Journey and Challenges02:59 Transition to Remote Interviews05:12 COVID-19 and Vaccine Discussions10:30 Surveillance and Control Concerns14:27 Censorship and Social Media17:47 Guest Outreach and Networking23:36 Travel and Personal Insights29:38 The One-Man Band: Managing a Podcast Alone30:13 Exploring Substack: A New Platform for Content Creators31:59 Bitcoin Skepticism: Debating the Future of Cryptocurrency37:18 The National Debt and Economic Concerns41:58 Election Fraud and Immigration Issues48:42 Personal Fitness Journey: From Obesity to Health59:09 Final Thoughts and Farewellshttps://x.com/CoffeeandaMikehttps://substack.com/@coffeeandamikehttps://coffeeandamike.com/========Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
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Andy May: “Orwellian firing of a journal editor” | Tom Nelson Pod #339
Andy May discusses the firing of Dr. Marty Rowland for publishing a paper co-authored with Marcel Crok that argued carbon dioxide and current climate conditions are not problematic. The paper, despite being highly cited and based on peer-reviewed literature, faced political backlash and criticism, notably from figures like Michael Mann, leading to Roland’s dismissal. May criticizes the politically driven nature of climate science, highlights the importance of documenting diverse views, and warns against the suppression of scientific debate.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:55 Debate and Criticism of the Paper01:29 Dr. Rowland's Perspective and Response02:16 Journal's Reaction and Further Criticism03:33 Political and Social Implications07:26 Personal Reflections and Optimism08:57 Suspicions and Allegations14:51 Peer Review and Scientific Integrity17:28 Climate Models and Predictions20:04 Weather Forecasting and Long-term Predictions22:31 El Nino, La Nina, and Volcanic Activity25:11 Historical Climate Patterns26:40 Future Climate Predictions27:00 Ice Caps on Other Planets27:34 Suppression of Scientific Research29:25 Einstein's Peer Review Struggles31:01 The Iris Effect and Climate Models33:43 Ocean Temperature Limits40:18 Exxon's Climate Change Research47:59 Concluding Thoughts on Climate SkepticismHere is the full May and Crok paper (PDF): https://andymaypetrophysicist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Carbon-Dioxide-and-a-Warming-Climate-are-not-problems_Final_Submission_no_logo.pdf‘Shut out’: Journal fires editor after publishing research refuting ‘warming climate’: https://www.thecollegefix.com/shut-out-journal-fires-editor-after-publishing-research-refuting-warming-climate/More on the firing of Dr. Marty Rowland for publishing May & Crok 2025: https://andymaypetrophysicist.com/2025/08/17/an-orwellian-firing-at-the-american-journal-of-economics-and-sociology/https://x.com/Andy_May_Writer=========Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summarieshttps://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
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Douglas Pollock: “Renewables: A Woke Expensive Nothingness” | Tom Nelson Pod #338
Douglas Pollock is an Industrial Civil Engineer from the University of Chile. For almost a decade, he has studied the science and economics of climate/energy policies. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:38 The Illusion of Net Zero Emissions02:23 Renewable Energy Sources and Their Inconsistencies03:39 The Economic Impact of Renewable Energy06:29 The Green Argument and Its Flaws09:06 Cost Structure and Efficiency of Renewable Energy20:00 CO2 Emissions and Renewable Energy32:24 The Cost of Achieving Net Zero36:50 Conclusions and Final Thoughts44:24 Q&A and Final RemarksAbout Douglas Pollock: https://co2coalition.org/teammember/douglas-pollock/His previous appearance on this podcast: https://youtu.be/D_wkyZoIQ-o?si=V18_Wb_clWIjV0YW—Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
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Travis Cook: “Fighting the climate con” | Tom Nelson Pod #337
Travis Cook, founder of the Climate Con movement, discusses his multi-faceted efforts to challenge the prevailing climate change narrative, including establishing a popular Instagram page, website, and publishing books. He transitioned from COVID-19 activism, where he led significant protests and initiatives, to questioning climate policies, emphasizing the breakdown of complex scientific information for broader public understanding. Despite facing censorship challenges, he remains committed to spreading his message through various media channels and grasps the importance of cultural change in driving political action.00:00 Introduction to Travis Cook and the Climate Con Movement00:23 Building the Climate Con: From Instagram to Books00:49 Challenging the Climate Narrative02:16 The Power of Billboards and Memes04:19 Collaborations and Activist Networks05:35 From COVID Activism to Climate Focus08:22 Censorship and Social Media Challenges11:45 The Role of Social Media in Activism20:19 Books and Future Projects25:14 Funding and Community Support26:27 Grassroots Funding and Freedom in Journalism26:44 Big Oil and Climate Skepticism27:41 The Role of the UN and Global Politics28:10 Hope from the Trump Administration29:37 The Future of Climate Activism35:52 Spirituality and Activism48:11 The Power of Money and Financial Systems50:27 Climate Information and Public Perception53:25 Final Thoughts and Call to Actionhttps://x.com/noclimateconhttps://www.youtube.com/@theclimateconLinktree: https://t.co/7Vydb2ZSR2—Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
Interviews and presentations on climate and energy realism, with guests including Will Happer, Jerome Corsi, Marc Morano, Carl-Otto Weiss, Valentina Zharkova, Christopher Essex, Henrik Svensmark, Patrick Moore, Ross McKitrick, Willie Soon, Susan Crockford, Peter Ridd, Christopher Monckton, and Richard Lindzen.
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