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Probably True Solar Stories delves into the world of solar energy through a unique blend of fiction, urban legends, and real-world solar facts. Hosted and written by Tor "Solar Fred" Valenza, a solar pro since 2009 and a former Hollywood screen and television writer, this series aims to entertain and educate listeners about solar technology, its impact on our lives, and the people behind the solar industry.
The podcast episodes are inspired by various genres, including "Solar Noir," action, comedy, fairy tales, and thrillers, showcasing the diverse ways solar energy is integrated into our pop culture and daily lives. Each episode not only tells fictional stories about solar tech, solar workers, and solar homeowners, but also includes a wealth of factual information about the solar industry.
The podcast also weaves in contemporary solar-related issues, such as solar politics, permitting, policies, and supply chain issues, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the industry's challenges and advancements.
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The Red Knight and the Dawn of the Solar Dragon (Encore)
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May 15, 2024 |
The Solar Way: A Fable (Encore)
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May 08, 2024 |
We Have a Pigeon Problem (Encore)
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May 01, 2024 |
The Caveman, the Devil’s Tools, and the Grid (Encore)
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Apr 24, 2024 |
Why Solar Man Joined the Ultra League of Super Defenders (Encore)
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Apr 17, 2024 |
Murder by Solar Drone (Encore)
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Apr 10, 2024 |
Probably True Solar Songs: A Ballad for Greta T (Live-ish)
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Apr 05, 2024 |
Probably True Solar Songs: Bye Bye Utility Bill. Hello, Solar Thrill! (Live!... Kind of)
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Apr 04, 2024 |
Probably True Solar Songs: The Solar Coaster Life (Sort of Live)
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Apr 03, 2024 |
Good Afternoon, Dude. I'm Solar Sam, Your Solar Salesbot (Encore)
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Mar 27, 2024 |
The Psychic, the Solar Installer, and the CPUC
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Mar 21, 2024 |
Our Solar State of the Union: The Energy Deep State
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Mar 13, 2024 |
How Winnie-the-Pooh Went Solar (with Tigger Too!)
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Mar 06, 2024 |
Let's Get Married at RE+ in Vegas (Live from Las Vegas)
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Feb 28, 2024 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 11: Rewind
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Feb 21, 2024 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 10: Timing
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Feb 14, 2024 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 9: Chico
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Feb 07, 2024 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 8: Mrs. Prout
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Jan 31, 2024 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 7: Monsters
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Jan 24, 2024 |
Season 3 Preview: The Energy Deep State
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Jan 17, 2024 |
The Reason We All Decided to Go Solar after Halloween (Bonus Episode)
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Oct 26, 2023 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Parts 1-6
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Sep 20, 2023 |
The Story Behind the Solar Panel: Solar Expectations (Sponsored)
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Sep 13, 2023 |
The Story Behind the Solar Panel: The Solar Superhero Story (Sponsored)
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Sep 11, 2023 |
The Red Knight and the Dawn of the Solar Dragon, Parts 1, 2, & 3
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Aug 30, 2023 |
Part 6, The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business: Trust
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Aug 16, 2023 |
The Red Knight and the Dawn of the Solar Dragon, Part 3
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Aug 09, 2023 |
The Red Knight and the Dawn of the Solar Dragon, Part 2
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Aug 02, 2023 |
The Red Knight and the Dawn of the Solar Dragon, Part 1
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Jul 26, 2023 |
Rufus the Solar Guard Dog
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Jul 19, 2023 |
Murder by Solar Drone
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Jul 12, 2023 |
Bob, the Dog, and the Solar Vineyard
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Jul 05, 2023 |
Bonus: A Declaration of Probably True Solar Independence Day
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Jul 04, 2023 |
The Caveman, the Devil’s Tools, and the Grid
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Jun 28, 2023 |
The Naked Solar Lady
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Jun 21, 2023 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 5: The Escape
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Jun 14, 2023 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Part 4: The Warning
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Jun 07, 2023 |
A Preview of Season 2: Solar Noir
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May 24, 2023 |
The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business, Parts 1, 2, & 3
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May 17, 2023 |
Part 3: The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business: The Favor
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Nov 30, 2022 |
The Solar Way -- A Fable About Successfully Riding the Solar Coaster
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Nov 23, 2022 |
I'm Sorry, Ma'am, But You Can't Go Solar
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Nov 16, 2022 |
Why Solar Man Joined the Ultra League of Super Defenders
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Nov 09, 2022 |
How Winnie the Pooh Went Solar (And Found More "Hunny")
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Nov 02, 2022 |
We Didn’t Know Our Solar Home Was Haunted Until We Got a Text from the Ghost
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Oct 26, 2022 |
We Have a Pigeon Problem
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Oct 19, 2022 |
Good Afternoon, Dude. I’m Solar Sam, Your Solar SalesBot
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Oct 12, 2022 |
Part 2: The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business: The No-Good, Rotten Heist
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Oct 05, 2022 |
Part 1: The Solar Heist, or How I Got into the Solar Business: The Proposal
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Sep 28, 2022 |
Once upon a time there was a solar installer...
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Sep 16, 2022 |