That's Shocking!

City Utilities of Springfield, MO
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So...how does electricity work? Why not bury all power lines? Can I seriously not turn on my lights right now because of...squirrels!? No question is too dumb, so let us ask the experts for you! Cara Erwin & Daniel Posey host and speak to smart, specialized crew members within City Utilities of Springfield, MO. Discover more about your utilities, how they work and why squirrels are both cute and a serious problem. New episodes release every first and third Wednesday of each month. FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities

  1. 19 de ago.

    Grid Reliability in Springfield

    Keeping your home cool, especially during the Dog Days of Summer, is a responsibility City Utilities takes seriously. Director of Electric T&D, Rob Guiler, shares the work that's happening daily, including a few programs you may not know about, such as the tree trimming initiative. Plus, we bring back a game of truly shocking proportion. HAVE QUESTIONS? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsshockingpod

    Grid Reliability in Springfield

  2. 5 de ago.

    Summertime Myth Busters

    Will your car cool faster if you crank up the AC as soon as you get in it? Should you close vents to unused rooms in your home to keep your electrical bill down? We get those answers and more from City Utilities Energy Services & Renewables Director, Marsha McClanahan, as she sets the record straight about a slew of summertime myths that could save you some cash in the long run. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsshockingpod

    Summertime Myth Busters

  3. 29 de jul.

    Power Generation in Springfield - Part 2

    A new battery project just went online in Springfield, so...what does that mean and how will it work? City Utilities Director of Power System Operations and Planning, John Stephens, and Director of Power Generation, Raymond Eaton, provide insight on the topic along with what this means for the future of electrical energy for those living in the Queen City. Plus, the two go head-to-head in a game of "Charge or Discharge," where they answer questions about power generation and the results are...SHOCKING! This discussion is Part 2 of 2. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsshockingpod

    Power Generation in Springfield - Part 2

  4. 15 de jul.

    Power Generation in Springfield - Part 1

    What exactly is power generation and how is it used in Springfield? City Utilities Director of Power System Operations and Planning, John Stephens, and Director of Power Generation, Raymond Eaton, explain and discuss how CU is preparing for the future with brand new battery projects going online soon in the Queen City. This discussion is Part 1 of 2. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsshockingpod

    Power Generation in Springfield - Part 1

  5. 1 de jul.

    Data Centers in Springfield

    As the discussion of data centers grows, City Utilities Director of Communications & Community Relations, Cara Erwin, talks one-on-one with CU President-CEO, Dwayne Fulk, to discuss how the utility will evaluate and respond to data center inquiries, as well as the safeguards and processes being implemented now to ensure existing customers do not bear the costs associated with data center development. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsshockingpod

    Data Centers in Springfield

  6. 17 de jun.

    Why does CU operate The Bus? Also...FREE RIDES!

    Transit Appreciation Week is here! From Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26 , 2026, you can expect a slew of ways to benefit from The Bus, which is operated by City Utilities of Springfield, MO. But...why is it managed by CU exactly? We ask Transit Director, Matt Crawford this question and play a new game of "Recalculating," where we see if he's fast enough to beat the free MyRide SGF app in directing us where to go and which bus lines we should take to get to certain desired locations around our community. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities

    Why does CU operate The Bus? Also...FREE RIDES!

  7. 3 de jun.

    Connecting Our Community Through SpringNet

    Do you recognize that SOUND?! We DIAL up this episode by playing a new take on an old game with SpringNet Director, Jeff Bertholdi. Plus, he connects us to the history of how SpringNet became a branch of City Utilities, what makes Springfield a Gigabit City, and the best way your business could benefit from this service. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities

    Connecting Our Community Through SpringNet

  8. 20 de mai.

    Safe Drinking Water in Springfield

    Just HOW clean is the drinking water in Springfield? Let's just say the safety will get you PUMPED. Kari Wolken, Manager of Water Quality Laboratory at the Blackman Water Treatment Plant, talks about the work that goes on behind the scenes to keep it real clean. Have questions? Ask us here: social@cityutilities.net FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities

    Safe Drinking Water in Springfield
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So...how does electricity work? Why not bury all power lines? Can I seriously not turn on my lights right now because of...squirrels!? No question is too dumb, so let us ask the experts for you! Cara Erwin & Daniel Posey host and speak to smart, specialized crew members within City Utilities of Springfield, MO. Discover more about your utilities, how they work and why squirrels are both cute and a serious problem. New episodes release every first and third Wednesday of each month. FIND US ON SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityutilities.net/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/cityutilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityutilities/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cityutilities

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  • Criado por
    City Utilities of Springfield, MO
  • Anos de atividade
    2026
  • Episódios
    14
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © City Utilities of Springfield, MO
  • Site do podcast
    That's Shocking!

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