The Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast
by Dragonfly Energy Corp.
Denis Phares is a Battery Scientist, CEO, and is even known to shred a few tunes on his guitar. With a passion for making the planet more sustainable, he hosts The Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast and speaks with experts around the world about Green Energy, Living Life off the Grid, the Future of Harnessing Renewables, and more!
Episodes
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Mastering Marine Power with Lithium Systems
Rafael Escobar, Service Manager at @JustCatamarans joins the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast to share his experience with lithium-ion battery installations and advanced alternator systems for catamarans. As an expert on these two-hull boats, Rafael discusses the evolution of marine energy systems…
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Boat Doctor: Connor Smith on Revolutionizing Marine Power with Lithium
US Coast Guard Licensed Captain, ABYC Certified Electrical Technician, Warrior Sailing Instructor, and Founder of Boat Doctor – Conor Smith truly is the expert of electronics meeting the ocean. In this episode of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, Dr. Conor Smith joins host Dr. Denis Phares at the…
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A Journey in Sailing and Self-Sufficiency with Teulu Tribe
From coastal adventures in Wales to transatlantic sailing, Becka and Zach of Teulu Tribe began their on-the-water journey by turning their vintage 1987 Colvic Victor into an off-grid dream home. In this episode of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, Teulu Tribe joins host Denis Phares at the 2024...
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From Sunken Shipwreck to Sailing Paradise
Anchored and off-grid, Sascha and Raf of the popular YouTube channel Spear It Animal have overcome the odds and transformed a wreck into an on-the-water dream. In this episode of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, host Dr. Denis Phares sits down with the Spear It Animal duo during the 2024 Annapolis...
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Sailing the Seas, Reality TV & Parlay Revival's YouTube Fame
From restoring a hurricane-damaged Lagoon 450 Catamaran to sharing global adventures, YouTube channel @ParlayRevival has grown in popularity as owner and captain Colin MacRae shares his journey, hard work, and passion for sailing around the world. In this episode of the Li-MITLESS Energy podcast,...
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Building a Collaborative Battery Ecosystem with Volta Foundation
Fostering collaboration across the global supply chain is crucial as rapid growth of the battery industry continues. In this episode of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, Yen Yeh, Executive Director of the Volta Foundation, sits down with host Dr. Denis Phares to discuss the foundation's role in...
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Shaping the Future of Battery Talent: Insights from Strativ
The need for skilled talent in the battery industry continues to grow, and one global recruitment agency is working to shape the workforce across the technology, future mobility, industrial, and clean energy markets. The Strativ Group's Head of Battery Technologies, Jamie Sheard, sits down with…
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Energy Resilience & Battery Supply Chains: Insights from Schneider Electric & Upcell Alliance
Battery production, energy management, and strengthening global supply chains. On this episode of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, Dr. Denis Phares sits down with Schneider Electric's Ingrid Leiser and Claude Laperiere, who also serves as the President of Upcell Alliance, to uncover how global...
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Shark Tank Success: Boho's Next-Gen Camper Van
Following entrepreneurial success on ABC’s hit television show, Shark Tank, David Sodeman and Brett Ellenson quickly grew the rental offerings of Boho Vans. Utilizing the pandemic as a catalyst, they were able to help people continue to travel and spend time outdoors by renting camper vans....
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Rick Harrison. Powered Up.
Rick Harrison, star of the History Channel's Pawn Stars, ventures into the world of trucking to explore the benefits of the Battle Born All-Electric Auxiliary Power Unit (APU). As a long-time user of Battle Born Lithium Batteries himself, Rick provides perspective on how the same powerful,...
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Empowering Battery Development with Innovative and Data-Driven Validation
Helping the battery market make faster and better decisions in their development processes, Sphere Energy is a Germany-based company supporting the battery capabilities of companies across the globe. Luca Scherrer and Lukas Lutz, founders of Sphere Energy, sit down with CEO, host, and battery...
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Exploring Science Education with The Discovery
Empowering generations of lifelong learners, The Discovery is a museum and hub for children and adults to experience science, dig deeper, think bigger, and push boundaries. Located in the heart of Reno, Nevada, The Discovery has been connecting the public with scientific inquiry and innovation...
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Building Nevada's Lithium Loop
As the lithium capital of North America, northern Nevada is brimming with potential and positioned to lead the lithium battery supply chain. From exploration to recycling, every stage of energy storage is present and developing in the state. The Nevada Battery Coalition (NBC), an advocacy group…
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Sustainable Music Education | The Lennon Bus
Committed to providing hands-on experiences for students of all ages, the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus is a nonprofit mobile recording facility that is putting both musical education and sustainability at the forefront of inspiring youth creativity. Brian Rothschild and Jeff Sobel of the…
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The Return of American Innovation
Dr. Denis Phares, host of the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast, welcomes back world-renowned nuclear physicist, Taylor Wilson, to discuss American innovation. The two dive into the history of research and scientific innovation in the US stemming from our country's depth of knowledge and willingness to...
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Unraveling the Science Behind Manufacturing Lithium-ion Batteries
Anode, cathode, electrolyte, and respective interfaces; understanding the fundamental science behind lithium-ion batteries is critical in achieving a clean energy economy. As a Research & Development Scientist at Dragonfly Energy, Emily Litt sits down with fellow battery scientist, CEO, and host…
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Pioneering the Future of Lithium Mining in Nevada
As Government Affairs Manager of Ioneer, Tyson Falk joins Denis Phares on the Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast to talk about innovation in Nevada's lithium industry--from mining to completing the lithium loop.
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Enabling Smart and Efficient Remote Power
Michael Postel, President of Connexa, a leading player in the manufacturing and distribution of remote and industrial energy, discusses the industrial markets' move to smart and efficient power.
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Lithium, Tesla & the Future of Nevada’s Newest Industry
Former Nevada Governor and President of the University of Nevada, Reno, Brian Sandoval, sits down to talk about the state's newest lithium industry and its biggest players, including Tesla.
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The Future of Semi Truck Auxiliary Power Units
Host, Dr. Denis Phares sits down with Dragonfly Energy's trucking expert, DJ Hasler at the Move America Conference to talk about the future of auxiliary power units in the heavy duty trucking industry with lithium-ion batteries.
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Modern Mining in Nevada
Mining policy expert and co-founder of the Women's Mining Coalition, Debbie Struhsacker, sits down with Dr. Denis Phares to discuss the importance of mining in the renewable energy industry, specifically focusing on lithium mining. Debbie shares her geologist background and tells her story about...
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Tom Green Goes Off the Grid | From Hollywood to Farm Life
Making the move from decades in Hollywood to farm life in Ontario, Canada, Canadian-American comedian, host, actor, podcaster, and (now) off-grid dweller, Tom Green, talks about his life on a 100-acre property that's far off the beaten path.
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Cold Weather Van Life
Chad DeRosa has been Living the Van Life since 2011, going from a Westfalia Volkswagen camper van to a Sprinter. Always looking to put his lifestyle to the test, Chad talks about his experiences in cold weather climates and traveling through the Arctic.
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Lithium Powered Food Trucks
San Diego's infamous Thai Burger Company food truck has something unique about it, outside of its amazing Sticky Rice Burgers ... the food establishment is powered by lithium. Pari Thitathan, the owner of Thai Burger Company, talks about his experience as a food truck owner and operator and the...
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Creating Standards for Lithium Batteries in the Marine Industry
Nigel Calder, full-time sailing writer who focuses on marine technical systems, sits down with host Denis Phares, once again. This time, the Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual writer talks about the history of electrical systems in the marine industry and how today's standards have been...
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On the Road Again ... In a School Bus
Shane and Emily, the musicians, travelers, and couple behind Arbour Season, talk about their lives on the road in their converted school bus and home. As indie/folk artists and parents, the duo documents their adventures and their shows online as 'Arbour Season'.
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Decarbonization of Transportation Industry Through Net Neutral Fuels
Corrado De Gasperis, the Director, Executive Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Comstock, Inc., sits down to talk about the innovation of mining technology right here in Nevada and Comstock's work toward decarbonizing the transportation industry through net neutral fuels.
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International Overlanding
Would you take on the Arctic in an overlanding rig? Graeme Bell is an overlander who takes on international terrain, with traveling to the Arctic in a Nimbl Vehicle next on his agenda. Listen to Graeme Bell and Nimbl's Founder and Chief Engineer, Jon Turner talk about their upcoming off-grid...
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Writing the Book on Boat Electrical Systems
Nigel Calder, marine technical writer, sailor, and long-time member of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and the Project Technical Committee (PTC), sits down with Denis Phares to discuss writing the book on marine electrical systems, Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual. Explore...
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Putting Nuclear Power on the Grid
Nuclear physicist and science advocate, Taylor Wilson, sits down with Dr. Denis Phares to talk about his background in nuclear science and weighs in on the impact of putting nuclear power on the grid.
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Evolutions Through Off Grid RVing
Tom Morton has lived full time on the road since 2015, alongside his Mortons on the Move partner, Caitlin Morton. In this episode, Tom dives into his experiences over time with the evolution of off-grid RVing and how the capabilities and longevity of camping off the grid have transformed.
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Distributed Intelligence on the Grid Edge
Marc Spieler, a Global Business Development leader at NVIDIA, the company known as a world leader in artificial intelligence computing, talks about the growth across the technology and energy sectors and how technology intelligence can impact power utilization on the grid.
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Going Public with a Green Company
What does it take to take a green energy company public? Luisa Ingargiola has served as a CFO, financial expert, and sits on the Board of Directors for Dragonfly Energy. Hear from Luisa about Dragonfly Energy's journey to the public market.
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Airstream’s Move to Electrification
The longest-tenured RV manufacturer in the world, Airstream, moves to electrification among their models of iconic aluminum travel trailers. VP of Sales, Justin Humphreys, sits down to talk about what's on the horizon for Airstream.
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Innovation in RVing
"Let's build a better RV," and that's just what Ember RV has set out to do. Founder, VP, and COO of Ember RV, Chris Barth, talks about building RVs around the needs of the industries and its traveling customer.
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Charging Power Systems via an Alternator
Al Thomason ran into an industry issue a decade ago—alternator charging devices that didn't adequately listen to the system's battery—so he developed his own. Senior Application Engineer of Dragonfly Energy and Founder of Wakespeed sits down to talk about charging power systems via a marine or…
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Better, Cleaner Battery Recycling
How do you efficiently, safely, and cleanly recycle batteries, including lithium-ion batteries? Steve Cotton, President, CEO, and Director of Aqua Metals, Inc. explains how his company is driving metals recycling with their patented hydrometallurgical AquaRefining™ technology.
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The State of the RV Industry
Developing technologies, brand new features, innovation, and electrification; all coming into the RV industry that will fundamentally redefine the traveler experience. COO of Thor Industries, Todd Woefler, describes the shift among a century-old industry.
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Grid Tied Battery Backup
Your home or business is tied to the power grid but a backup storage system is still an option. Why would you need backup energy storage too? Dragonfly Energy Stationary Market Manager, Bill Huss, talks grid tied battery backup systems.
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Electrifying Work and Long Haul Trucks
Why are reliable and powerful batteries essential in work- and long-haul trucks? Long-time industry pro and Dragonfly Energy OEM Product Manager, Steve Carlson, dives into powering auxiliary equipment in work trucks of all kinds using lithium-ion batteries.
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The Healing of the Outdoors
Providing world-class outdoor activities to recognize and honor the sacrifice of Purple Heart veterans, the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIAF) is all about heroes serving heroes. Founder of WWIAF, John McDaniel, talks about how the 501(c)(3) public charity creates connections in the...
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A Unique Teardrop Trailer
The world's largest teardrop manufacturer, nuCamp, has built the most iconic campers on the road. How did they get started and where did the teardrop design come from? nuCamp COO, Nathan Wagler, gives us the story.
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The State of Electricity in the RV Market
Josh Miller, OEM Product Manager of Dragonfly Energy, sits down to discuss how electricity and the evolution of the deep cycle battery market has shifted the RV industry. What has evolved since carrying mass amounts of energy on a coach was introduced? And where are we headed now? Josh dives into...
About this show
Denis Phares is a Battery Scientist, CEO, and is even known to shred a few tunes on his guitar. With a passion for making the planet more sustainable, he hosts The Li-MITLESS ENERGY Podcast and speaks with experts around the world about Green Energy, Living Life off the Grid, the Future of Harnessing Renewables, and more!
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Dragonfly Energy Corp.
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