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Straight Talk Solar Cast

 

Welcome to the world’s first Straight-Talk SolarCast! This is your go-to podcast for answers about solar.

Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.

Each episode we discuss questions facing people making the decision to go solar. The solutions to your questions are given to you – straight – by one of the leading experts in the solar industry, Jamie Duran, president of Solar Harmonics.

Feel free to search our library for answers to questions that you’re facing when considering solar.

 

Recent Episodes

Jamie Duran Solar + Professional

Jamie Duran Solar + Professional

In this week's podcast we discuss solar sales expert Earl Kapule's challenge to residential solar professionals to commit to the long-term success of solar or find a new line of work! In this week's podcast we discuss the new #California law that was...

Solar + AB 2143

Solar + AB 2143

In this week's podcast we discuss the new #California law that was passed last year and the impacts it will have on commercial solar projects going forward. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Northern...

Solar + E-ELEC Rate

Solar + E-ELEC Rate

In this week's podcast we discuss the new Electric rate plan offered by PG & E to help high electricity users regulate their electricity usage and how solar will help offset those costs. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by...

Solar + New Income Based Costs

Solar + New Income Based Costs

In this week's podcast we discuss the new income based fixed costs the electric utilities plan to implement for all their clients, with or without solar power. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Northern...

Solar + Deep Duck Curve

Solar + Deep Duck Curve

In this week's podcast we discuss the solar reality of the NEM 3.0 program and the deepening duck curve that CA utilities have made much worse. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠⁠Northern California⁠⁠⁠⁠, who...

Solar + EV Charging

Solar + EV Charging

In this week's podcast we discuss the recent announcement by SolarEdge on bi-directional EV charging and how that technology can help change the solar ecosystem. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠Northern...

Solar + Prosumers

Solar + Prosumers

In this week's podcast we discuss the solar 'prosumer' and how solar customers help the grid, supplying power and keeping prices lower for non-solar clients. Much of this information was sourced from this video - https://youtu.be/dPfpa2KqYk0 Thank you...

Solar + Home Insurance

Solar + Home Insurance

In this week's podcast we discuss the recent decision by State Farm Insurance to withdraw from the California market and how that decision will impact solar power in the near future. About Jamie Duran & ⁠Solar Harmonics⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in...

Solar + Post NEM 2.0

Solar + Post NEM 2.0

In this week's podcast we discuss a creative solution mentioned in this Forbes article on how solar power could make sense after NEM 2.0. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Northern...

Solar + V2X BMW

Solar + V2X BMW

In this week's podcast we discuss the new pilot program with PG & E and BMW to test the bi directional EV charging and sending power back to the grid for compensation. About Jamie Duran & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Solar Harmonics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics...

Recent Reviews

  • Podcast go-to
    August 23, 2022 by Zh-Attack from United States

    I have been thinking about Solar for a while but it wasn’t till I came across this podcast that I feel I’m more informed. Jamie Duran is a great expert on Solar.

  • Very Educational
    March 8, 2022 by Dave in Connecticut from United States

    Looking to get solar in Connecticut and binged this podcast to educate myself on solar. Outstanding podcast. The sales reps all said I was the most knowledgeable prospective client and asked all the right questions. A must listen if you are planning on going solar. Thank you!!!

  • Great content, great company
    November 2, 2021 by POSRJAK from United States

    I’ve listen to all the episodes, lotta good advice that I learned a lot from listening to these guys. I wish the solar company was in my area, I feel like they could finally convince me to go sold or where it totally makes sense.

  • Love It!
    October 4, 2021 by i am a babysitter backoff from United States

    Jamie and Adam make quite a team. Jamie's wealth of knowledge in the solar field and the shows format, is a great way for people to pick up Jamie's knowledge in an entertaining way!

  • Love These Guys So Much-I mad a Haiku for them
    September 8, 2021 by Peterson3018 from United States

    As a Realtor over 26 years plus These guys make me laugh. This podcast should be in Realtors toolbox

  • Great for professionals and prospecting customers alike
    June 1, 2020 by Solar Guy Ty from United States

    I’m a solar professional and I benefit from the show’s coverage of industry news. Thanks for the info!

  • Learn before you buy solar!
    May 15, 2020 by Lds member from United States

    Spen a few days listening to the entire series an you will know everything you need to know to buy your solar system! Plus you will learn a variety of energy saving tips! I love these guys! They are entertaining and informative!

  • Great way to keep up with news & trends
    February 17, 2020 by JitsGrips from United States

    Love the format of this podcast. Short, sweet, and to the point! Great way to catch up on the latest news and trends in the industry while on the road and in between appointments. Keep up the great work, guys!

  • Great pod
    February 4, 2020 by tomgMaui from United States

    Tons of information if your a home owner or even a solar contractor. Keep it up guys appreciate you keeping us to to date.

  • Good straight Talk!
    October 8, 2019 by Johnthevirgo from United States

    Thanks been trying to find a good solar podcast and really like hearing your perspective and that of what you hear from your clients. Lots of great info. Thank you

  • I agree with me!
    May 11, 2016 by duranasaurus from United States

    Very fun, easy to listen to, and straight to the point.

  • Solar Expertise
    May 5, 2016 by DoubleD3 from United States

    Thanks so much for offering these bite-sized nuggets of information! The information you're sharing is enlightening and truly straight to the point. I look forward to learning more and will definitely send people looking for solar to this podcast because it's like talking with a rep without any pressure.