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
Solar Proposal Evaluation
In this week's podcast we review 4 different proposals for a client in Oregon. The proposals all have strengths and weaknesses that we review, discuss and evaluate. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who...
Solar + Proposal Evaluations
In this week's podcast we discuss how we are starting to evaluate solar proposals for customers who are not in our service area. We are testing out this service now and seeing if it sticks. We check for equipment, warranties, and financing options. So far we...
Solar + Viable Mining
In this week's podcast we discuss the future of bitcoin mining and how ViableMining.com will help make cryptocurrency mining sustainable in the present and the future. We also discuss what the heck bitcoin mining is, why it is necessary and how Viable Mining fixes a...
Solar + Viable Mining
In this week's podcast we discuss the future of bitcoin mining and how ViableMining.com will help make cryptocurrency mining sustainable in the present and the future. We also discuss what the heck bitcoin mining is, why it is necessary and how Viable Mining...
Solar + DC Power
In this week's podcast we discuss the sentencing of the former CEO of DC Solar, who got sentenced to 30 years in prison for fraud and money laundering. The idea from DC Solar was to create mobile solar power stations that actually worked pretty well. But the founder...
Solar + New Legislation
In this week's podcast, we discuss the new federal budget issues related to solar power. Surprisingly, all of the proposed changes are very beneficial for new and existing solar customers. We discuss the pros, cons, benefits and long-term effects of these changes....
Solar + New Legislation
In this week's podcast, we discuss the new federal budget issues related to solar power. Surprisingly, all of the proposed changes are very beneficial for new and existing solar customers. We discuss the pros, cons, benefits and long-term effects of these...
Solar Horror Stories for Halloween
In this week's podcast, we discuss two real-life solar horror stories that are tales of caution for everyone else. The first is a solar lease + new roof + solar broker story, and the second is a broken solar panel system with an out-of-area installer with poor...
Solar + Industry Updates
In this week's podcast we discuss the recent updates with the solar installer license, Net Energy Metering changes and solar in Mexico. Great to be back! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California, who invite their...
Solar + NEM Updates
In this week's podcast we discuss the newest Net Energy Metering proposal by the California utilities and the effects on both the commercial and residential solar markets. Please also subscribe to The California Solar & Storage Association (CALSSA) for more...
Recent Reviews
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!!! 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. 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! As a Realtor over 26 years plus
These guys make me laugh.
This podcast should be in Realtors toolbox I’m a solar professional and I benefit from the show’s coverage of industry news. Thanks for the info! 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! 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! Tons of information if your a home owner or even a solar contractor. Keep it up guys appreciate you keeping us to to date. 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 Very fun, easy to listen to, and straight to the point. 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.