We react to a viral video of an Australian mining executive passionately defending the coal industry. They debate whether Australia should utilize its ample coal and uranium reserves or transition to renewable energy. The hosts also share laughs over Ash's experience interviewing a foul-mouthed flood survivor in North Queensland. Throughout the lively discussion, Ash, Luttsy & Nikki weigh the idealism of environmentalism against the pragmatism of powering modern life.

2:30 - The hosts introduce the viral video of a mining executive arguing that renewable energy advocates are unrealistic about society's energy needs.

5:15 - Ash recalls interviewing a profanity-laden local during flood coverage in North Queensland.

8:00 - Nikki questions why Australia exports so much coal only to buy it back for domestic use.

12:45 - The hosts debate whether public fear prevents Australia from tapping into its massive uranium reserves.

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