With the Trump inauguration yesterday, this podcast is timely. - We cover Greenland, Energy Policies, Federal Budgets, Elon Musk, President Trump's next steps and plans for 2025.

In the Energy News Beat – Conversation in Energy with Stuart Turley sits down with Christopher Messina to explore the explosive insights from his book, Messina's Federal Budget. Together, they dive into the urgent need for reform in U.S. fiscal policy, exposing the inefficiencies, overspending, and bureaucratic entrenchment crippling the nation. From rare earth mining in Greenland and energy policy blunders to election reform and combating bipartisan corruption, this conversation delivers hard-hitting truths with actionable solutions. Messina’s bold vision for "rightsizing" the federal government offers a roadmap to reclaim efficiency, accountability, and the power of the people. This episode is packed with sharp critiques, engaging debates, and an inspiring call to action for meaningful political change—one you won’t want to miss!

Thank you, Christopher, for stopping by the podcast, I had an absolute blast and look forward to our following recordings.

Please check out the book "Messina's Federal Budget" HERE: https://a.co/d/cG1VoLG

Highlights of the Podcast

00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Government Waste and Unions

03:18 - Energy, Rare Earths, and Greenland

06:01 - Geopolitical Challenges in the Arctic

08:40 - Government Missteps in Defense and Energy

13:54 - Election Reforms and Voter Fraud

16:43 - The Role of the Deep State

22:32 - Military Strategy and War Colleges

27:22 - Energy Policy and Climate Initiatives

32:00 - Restoring Accountability in Governance

36:13 - Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

Full Transcript and Video HERE: https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/