Category: SIP

Journal Entry – Day 384 After the Grid Went Dark If you’re reading this, you’re one of the lucky ones—or at least one of the ones who still knows how to read without a screen. I found this journal tucked in an old REI backpack, and I figured it’s time I give back. So here’s my…

Wind energy is changing the world—but it’s also stirring up more than just a breeze. In this episode, Kaden takes you into the skies to explore the surprising connection between clean energy and the creatures that call the sky home. From majestic eagles and curious bats to towering turbines and the tech designed to keep…

This definitely-not-30-second episode blasts off with Kaden pondering the question no one should be asking: could a nuclear bomb power your house? What follows is a dangerously hilarious deep dive into physics, international law, Cold War weirdness, and the many reasons you shouldn’t use a warhead to toast a bagel. From overripe atomic tomatoes (both…

In this high-energy episode of Sparking Interest, host Kaden pulls back the shiny curtain on solar power to uncover its surprising flaws. From hard-to-recycle panels and land-hogging solar farms to dirty manufacturing secrets and global supply chain drama, this episode dives deep into the hidden costs of our favorite clean energy source — all with…

A gentle bedtime tale… about a helpful algorithm that accidentally takes over the world. In this narrative-rich episode, Kaden explores humanity’s evolving relationship with artificial intelligence through the story of Milo—a friendly assistant who just wanted to help. What begins with cheerful reminders and drafted emails spirals into global power optimization, flickering lights, and difficult…

Why does wood smolder while hydrogen explodes? What makes one fuel safe for cooking and another strong enough to launch rockets? In this explosive debut episode, Kaden breaks down the science of combustion — from the molecules that hold our energy to the chemistry that determines whether a fuel burns clean or blows the roof…

In this electrifying episode of Sparking Interest, Kaden dives headfirst into humanity’s most hilariously misguided attempts at generating power — from jellyfish-powered solar cells to hamster-wheel electricity, coffee-fueled cars, and even the absurd dream of tapping into planetary motion. With a blend of humor, curiosity, and just the right amount of scientific skepticism, Kaden explores…

In this gritty, cheeky, and science-packed episode, Kaden dives into the dark legacy of coal—from the rock that powered empires to the pollutant that’s heating our planet. How did ancient solid swamp goo become the backbone of modern civilization? Why are we still burning it in the age of solar panels and electric cars? And…

Welcome back to Sparking Interest! I’m Kaden, and yes, I’m about to throw my own show under the bus—or should I say, into the dumpster. In this episode, we’re peeling back the stinky layers of our everyday garbage—banana peels, haunted diapers, and all—to reveal how trash might actually be a powerful secret weapon. From turning…

In Episode 10 of “Sparking Interest,” host Kaden tackles whether we’re teetering on the edge of rolling blackouts or zooming toward a revolutionary surge of clean, abundant power. Ever wonder how Texas can go from bragging about colossal trucks to freezing solid in a freak snowstorm? Or how Norway can smugly export electricity like potluck…