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Jun 2023
54m 22s

Episode 37: Information Insurgencies, En...

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About this episode

Today, I spoke to Drew Biemer, a strategic management, and communications professional with over two decades of experience in governmental, public, and civil affairs. Currently serving as the administrator of the Site Evaluation Committee and agency director for Energy Facility Siting, Permitting, Investigation, and Enforcement in the US State of New Hampshire.


His political experience spans campaign management and legislative staffing at the local, state, and federal levels, working with notable figures such as members of Congress, governors, and presidential candidates.


As a frequent panellist and moderator at energy conferences in the US and Africa, Drew shares his expertise in resilience, energy security, stakeholder engagement, land use, politics, and local content. He also has additional experience in executive protection, public safety, information operations, geopolitical risk analysis, and crisis management.


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We spoke about:


  • Drew’s background (1:30)
  • Policy campaigns as information operations (3:44)
  • Why disrupt an adversary’s energy operation (8:37)
  • Load shedding and South African case study (12:02)
  • How ESG has impacted US business and policy (17:49)
  • How can Western countries successfully partner with other countries going forward? (22:13)
  • The western infantilization of African countries (25:34)
  • What is the apprehension of nuclear power? (30:47)
  • Are there any recurring issues Ahmed finds with his clients, concerning African energy (37:24)
  • Career advice (45:40)
  • Cultural Recommendations (48:39)


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