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Episode 111: Liz Allan and Ben Kilbey - The Role of Bold Voodoo in Fighting Misinformation


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Episode 111: Liz Allan and Ben Kilbey - The Role of Bold Voodoo in Fighting Misinformation.

Liz Allan speaks to Ben Kilbey, the founder and CEO of Bold Voodoo. Ben discusses his incredible journey, from his work with Britishvolt to establishing his own business focused on strategic communications. He delves into the partnerships that have propelled his company forward, including collaborations with Octopus Energy and Volta Energy Technologies. They also explore the shifting attitudes towards renewable energy and electric vehicles in the media and the critical role of batteries in the future of energy. Ben gives us a glimpse into his latest initiatives, such as the impactful "Stop Burning Stuff" campaign with Quentin Willson and the current efforts to counter misinformation and support the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Ben Kilbey Bio:
Ben Kilbey is a seasoned journalist, founder, and CEO of Bold Voodoo, a strategic communications consultancy specialising in energy transition and EV sectors. With a background in journalism and experience working at Standard & Pause and Britishvolt, Ben brings a wealth of knowledge of communications and public relations. He is also the creator of the newsletter The Trend is Your Friend, which keeps industry professionals and journalists informed on the latest trends in renewable energy. Ben is passionate about driving positive change and countering misinformation through his campaign work with Stop Burning Stuff. He has collaborated successfully with leading partners such as Octopus Energy and Volta Energy Technologies, making Bold Voodoo a go-to name in communications.

Ben Kilbey Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-kilbey-543b5021/?originalSubdomain=uk

Keywords:
Britishvolt, Octopus Energy, Volta Energy Technologies, renewable energy, electric vehicles, EVs, misinformation, energy independence, government policy, energy transition, battery technology, energy storage, electric vehicle future, "Trends is your Friend" newsletter, collaborative business model, self-employment challenges, resilience, Stop Burning Stuff campaign, Quentin Wilson, Robert Llewellyn, media misinformation, social media influence, public perception, Fair Charge.

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