Right of Way

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Right of Way is a podcast about energy policy, energy politics, and, above all, the upcoming permitting reform negotiations. It is hosted by the Foundation for American Innovation’s Director of Infrastructure Policy, Thomas Hochman, and Policy Advisor, Pavan Venkatakrishnan.

Episodes

  1. Feb 3

    FREEDOM with Congressman Josh Harder

    We’re joined by Congressman Josh Harder, chair of the bipartisan Build America Caucus, to talk about the FREEDOM Act – his new permitting certainty bill aimed at stopping presidents from weaponizing red tape against disfavored energy projects. We cover how court-approved contractors and clear timelines can keep projects on schedule, why an insurance-style de-risking fund gives developers confidence to invest, and how tighter limits on stop‑work orders protect projects that are already under construction. Congressman Harder also shares what’s next on the Build America agenda for housing, infrastructure, and pro-growth policy.

    17 min

  2. 11/10/2025

    Council and Congress with Emily Domenech

    We’re joined by Permitting Council Executive Director Emily Domenech to discuss administrative vs legislative permitting reform, lessons from Congress, and more.

    29 min

  3. 10/20/2025

    The End-Users with Chris Phalen and Cy McNeill

    This week, we’re sitting down with the end-users. We discuss how permitting constrains manufacturing an AI, develop some permitting wishlists, and consider how political dynamics have shifted on both sides of the aisle.

    50 min

  4. 10/10/2025

    Special Shutdown Edition with Joshua Siegel

    We're live from week two of the government shutdown. We consider how the shutdown could play into permitting reform negotiations, and Politico's Josh gives us the Congressional state of play.

    17 min

  5. 09/18/2025

    The 3 P’s with Daniel Palken

    This week, we’re talking about transmission. We dig into interregional planning, FERC backstops, and cost allocation, and discuss why past efforts at reform have come up short.

    54 min

  6. 08/18/2025

    The Permitting Picture with Richard Meyer and Peter Stahley

    This week, we talk all about permitting: NEPA, the Clean Water Act, and beyond. We discuss how these laws are slowing or blocking critical infrastructure projects, and consider how to get the political economy right for reform.

    46 min

  7. 08/04/2025

    Energy Policy Whiplash with Liam Donovan and Yogin Kothari

    In this inaugural episode, we dive deep into the aftermath of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" and what it means for America's energy future. After years of massive, partisan energy packages—from the Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act to the Republicans' recent reconciliation bill—the U.S. finds itself without a clear long-term energy vision. What just happened? Where does this leave us? And where are we going? Liam Donovan, President, Risk & Reputation Practice at Targeted Victory, and Yogin Kothari, Chief Strategy Officer at SEMA (Solar Energy Manufacturers for America Coalition), join our hosts, Thomas Hochman (Foundation for American Innovation) & Pavan Venkatakrishnan (Institute for Progress).

    48 min

  8. 07/30/2025

    Introducing Right of Way

    Right of Way

    2 min

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Ratings & Reviews

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About

Right of Way is a podcast about energy policy, energy politics, and, above all, the upcoming permitting reform negotiations. It is hosted by the Foundation for American Innovation’s Director of Infrastructure Policy, Thomas Hochman, and Policy Advisor, Pavan Venkatakrishnan.

Information

  • Channel
    FAI Podcasts
  • Creator
    Thomas Hochman, Pavan Venkatakrishnan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025-2025 Foundation for American Innovation
  • Show Website
    Right of Way

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