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About this Podcast:

Talking Power is EDF Business & Wholesale's podcast on the ideas, innovations and market forces shaping the future of energy. Hosted by David Edmonds, the series brings together experts from across the energy industry to explore the opportunities and challenges of the transition to a low-carbon future. From energy markets and trading insights to renewables, flexibility, electrification and net zero strategies, Talking Power unpacks the topics that matter most to businesses and the wider energy sector. To find out more, follow EDF Business & Wholesale on LinkedIn or visit https://www.edfenergy.com/large-business/talk-power

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37%

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What is Talking Power about?

Talking Power is EDF Business & Wholesale's podcast on the ideas, innovations and market forces shaping the future of energy. Hosted by David Edmonds, the series brings together experts from across the energy industry to explore the opportunities and challenges of the transition to a low-carbon future.

What has Talking Power covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The rising cost of energy: Why are businesses paying more?" (13 October 2026, 33 minutes), "Why are energy bills so high? | The past, present and future of UK energy" (23 September 2026, 26 minutes), and "Can Britain afford not to electrify? Solving the UK's energy security crisis" (16 September 2026, 55 minutes).

How often does Talking Power publish?

Talking Power publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 12 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Talking Power?

Booking probability for Talking Power is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talking Power requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talking Power's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Talking Power?

The strongest fits for Talking Power are Electric Power. Talking Power has a news audience.

About the host

Talking Power is a news podcast with 12 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #3

    The rising cost of energy: Why are businesses paying more?

    Oct 13, 202633 minS1

    <p>Why are business energy bills rising, and what can businesses do about it?<br/><br/>In this episode of Talking Power, host David Edmonds is joined by Jacob Briggs, Energy Users Lead at Cornwall Insight, to unpack the...

  • Episode #2

    Why are energy bills so high? | The past, present and future of UK energy

    Sep 23, 202626 minS1

    <p>Why are energy bills so high, and will they ever come down?</p><p>In this episode of Talking Power, David Edmonds is joined by EDF's Director of Retail, Joe Souto, to explore the past, present and future of the UK...

  • Episode #1

    Can Britain afford not to electrify? Solving the UK's energy security crisis

    Sep 16, 202655 minS1

    <p>Only 20% of the UK's energy demand is currently met by electricity. The other 80% is imported fossil fuel — gas, oil, petrol — priced by markets we don't control. That's the security problem this episode is really...

  • Episode #9

    Getting the basics right: Data, buildings & behaviour

    Jul 23, 202624 minS1

    <p>Many organisations have ambitious net zero targets. </p><p>The challenge is delivering them.</p><p>In this episode of Talking Power, host Tim McManan-Smith is joined by Lewis Welch, Head of Energy Transition at...

  • Episode #8

    EVs as a Grid Resource: Smart Charging, Flexibility, and the Road to V2G

    May 5, 202625 minS1

    <p>Britain’s driveways are quietly becoming one of the most powerful assets in the energy system. With more than a gigawatt of aggregated EV flexibility now online, EVs are no longer just a passive load - they’re a...

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  • Episode #7

    No silver bullets: How I&C energy buyers are navigating volatility, complexity and control

    Apr 15, 202623 minS1

    <p>The industrial and commercial energy market is undergoing a fundamental shift. Volatility is now structural, decarbonisation decisions are moving into the boardroom, and customers are weighing up on‑site assets, new...

  • Episode #6

    From Barriers to Benefits: The Case for Flexibility

    Oct 28, 202524 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Talking Power, brought to you in partnership with EDF and The Energyst, we dive into one of the most talked about themes in the UK energy landscape - flexibility. More than just a way to save on...

  • Episode #5

    PPA Pathways: Navigating CfDs, CPPAs & the Future of Renewable Energy Contracts

    Jul 15, 202542 minS1

    <p>In this episode of the Talking Power Podcast, host Tim McManan-Smith sits down with Tom Abbott, PPA Director at EDF, and Andrew Peyman, Head of Energy Sales at Innova, to unpack the rapidly shifting landscape of...

  • Talking Power

    Sustainability: A business imperative

    Oct 30, 202427 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Edd Mitchell, Senior Manager of Key Accounts at EDF Business Solutions, and Tom Thackray, Head of Strategy & Sustainability at EDF discuss the balance between sustainability and risk, policy and...

  • Talking Power

    Solar PV for business: Benefits, challenges, and dispelling age-old myths

    Jun 24, 202416 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Raghav Singh, Head of Large Business at EDF Business Solutions, and Rob Murphy, Sales and Origination Director at SAS Energy discuss how solar PV can be a vital tool in assisting a business’s net...

  • Talking Power

    Corporate Power Purchase Agreements: A framework for the future?

    Feb 21, 202423 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Tim speaks with Raghav Singh & Tom Abbott from EDF about the future deployment of new renewables and the role that Corporate PPAs play in Britain achieving Net Zero.</p><p> </p><p>To find out more...

  • Talking Power

    The future of the UK energy mix, Net Zero and Corporate PPAs

    Nov 30, 202334 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Tim speaks with Steve Parker & Matt Nunn from EDF about the future of the UK energy mix, net zero and corporate PPAs.</p><br/><p>To find out more, follow EDF Business Solutions on LinkedIn or visit...

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John Grant Arrowsmith

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Martin Walsh

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Christopher Dalley

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Jon Slowe

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