

Sean Casten
U.S. Representative for Illinois' 6th District since 2018, known for his work on energy and climate policy.
Top 5 podcasts with Sean Casten
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Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 4min
Live From New York Climate Week: The AI and Electricity Moment
Sean Casten, a Democratic U.S. Representative and clean-energy advocate, discusses the Cheap Energy Act and how it aims to align utility interests with consumers. Arushi Sharma Frank, a former Tesla energy executive, highlights her work with Emerald AI, focusing on how data centers can adapt to support grid flexibility. Amanda von Allman from Salesforce dives into leveraging AI for corporate sustainability. Together, they explore the urgent need for regulatory changes, tech-utility collaboration, and innovative solutions to manage rising electricity demand.

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Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 11min
The view from inside DC, with Rep. Sean Casten
Join U.S. Representative Sean Casten, a leading voice on energy and climate policy, as he unpacks the tangled politics behind clean energy in Congress. He reveals the internal conflicts over IRA tax credits and the surprising bipartisan support among some Republicans. Casten emphasizes the need for civic engagement to navigate these challenges and discusses the evolving clean energy landscape influenced by AI and electric vehicles. Despite the political chaos, he urges developers to push forward with clean energy solutions.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 33min
Will Trump tariffs tear MAGA apart?
Democratic Congressman Sean Casten of Illinois' 6th District leads the charge against Trump’s controversial tariffs. He discusses the chaotic impact these tariffs are having on Trump's own supporters, raising questions about loyalty and economic well-being. The internal conflict within the Republican Party is palpable as Casten seeks bipartisan support to overturn these policies. Additionally, a measles outbreak in Texas highlights the risks of anti-vax sentiment, raising urgent public health concerns.

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Sep 23, 2025 • 59min
US Energy Policy in a Partisan Era
Sean Casten, U.S. Representative for Illinois’s 6th District and an ex-clean energy CEO, dives into the complexities of U.S. energy policy amid deepening partisanship. He discusses the impact of recent rollbacks in climate provisions, emphasizing the need for pragmatic approaches and bipartisan cooperation. Casten highlights the urgency of addressing rising electricity demand, the challenges of grid modernization, and the significance of the Inflation Reduction Act. His insights call for strategic support for transition communities and the future of clean energy.

Dec 30, 2025 • 59min
Editor's Pick: Sean Casten on US Energy Policy in a Partisan Era
Sean Casten, U.S. Congressman from Illinois and former clean energy entrepreneur, dives into the tumultuous state of U.S. energy policy. He discusses the repercussions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on clean energy incentives and critiques Congress's limited energy knowledge. Casten argues for a focus on affordable energy and outlines the urgency for climate action. He champions utility reform and emphasizes the need for bipartisan trust amid rising electricity demand, all while maintaining an optimistic outlook for America's energy future.


