About this episode
In the Energy News Beat Podcast– Conversation in Energy, the host Stuart Turley, Stuart Turley speaks with Martha Zoller, host of the Martha Zoller Show, about political trends, the energy landscape, and the importance of local media. They discuss the success of conservative voices in radio and podcasts, the rising influence of "America First" candidates, and the impact of energy policies on global geopolitics. Martha also shares insights on Georgia's energy growth, the importance of education reform, and the cyclical nature of political and societal change. The conversation highlights the need for accountability and innovation in both politics and media. Thank you, Martha. I had an absolute blast talking with you, and it was an honor to have you on the podcast. Please follow Martha on her LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthazoller/ Check out Martha's Substack HERE: https://marthazoller.substack.com/ Highlights of the Podcast 00:00 - Intro 01:31 - Primary Elections and America First Movement 02:55 - Opposition and the Role of Primaries in Georgia 03:07 - The Lack of Primaries in the Democratic Party 03:50 - Conservative Media vs. Liberal Media 05:20 - Trump’s Business Conservatism 05:56 - Energy News and Alternative Media Growth 06:47 - The Importance of Local Radio 07:12 - Radio Stations and Media Growth 08:11 - President Trump’s Impact on News Cycles 08:53 - The Zelensky Visit and Trump’s Strategy 09:44 - Energy and Geopolitics in the Ukraine Conflict 10:36 - The Role of Dogecoin and the Deep State 12:02 - Fixing Government Systems and Saving Money 12:55 - The Election Process and National Integrity 14:02 - The Shifting Peace Agenda 14:54 - The Great Awakening and Political Change 15:27 - Education and College Campuses 17:15 - Education Reform and Parental Involvement 18:10 - The Collapse of Blue States and Education System 18:34 - Georgia’s Nuclear Growth and Energy Future 19:36 - Texas, Georgia, and Energy Grid Differences 20:28 - Cycles in American History and Political Change 20:39 - Where to Find Martha Zoller 21:49 - Tribute to Rush Limbaugh 22:00 - Conclusion