In this episode, I am joined by Kathryn Porter, energy consultant, Telegraph writer, and widely respected voice on energy markets and policy. With years of experience advising on power, gas, and the wider energy sector, Kathryn brings a wealth of insight into the complex world of UK and global energy. We speak the realities behind the headlines from the political and economic pressures shaping energy policy to the difficult balance between renewables, hydrocarbons, and the push for energy independence. Kathryn unpacks the real world implications of wind and solar power, the often overlooked role of hydrocarbons in modern life, and why evidence based decision making is crucial for a credible energy transition. This is a thought provoking conversation that challenges conventional narratives and explores what the future of energy might really look like.