Say Watt?! The Energy Ogre Podcast

In the latest episode of "Say Watt?!", we had the privilege of speaking with Chaille Ralph. She serves as the Vice President of Operations and Analytics, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene.

During the conversation, Chaille discusses how Winter Storm Uri affected the Texas real estate market. She also gives tips and insight about what to do and what to expect if you're actively selling or buying a home!

As talk of the Green New Deal hits front and center again, the fight over the proposal has played out on the debate stage and mainstream media over the past month. Today we're talking with Jesson to give some insight from our vantage point in the electricity space!

The ‘spooky season’ is finally upon us. It’s time to trick or treat, time to carve out some pumpkins, time to get your spookiest decorations up, so in honor of the festivities, we’re going to play our own true or false game, or Energy Ogre ‘Trick or Treat’ challenge. Featuring Energy Ogres Operations managers: Judel D'Souza, Maria Estrada, and Jane Lobo!

If you're continuously renewing with your electricity provider without looking at other options, you could end up overpaying by the thousands if you aren’t paying attention. Some retail electricity providers use tricks like promises of 'FREE' energy and incentives to mask expensive contracts. Today, we're shedding light on some of the tricks and attractive offers that some electricity providers use to obtain your business.

 

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Ultimately, most people don’t learn the true price of the plan they picked until they get their first bill. So today, we’re discussing the most common reasons why so many Texans overpay, and give you some things to watch out for!

Today we’re diving into the most common traps electricity providers use to lure Texans looking for low electricity prices, so that you can avoid getting ‘duped’.

Check out the latest episode featuring our Member Care Manager, Judel D'souza as we discuss just how we take care of our members, ‘The Ogre Way’!

In this episode, Laura and Julie discuss how we select plans for our members, and why we select certain ones. Later on, your favorite duo discusses how we're able to procure custom rates for our members, among a few other topics!

 

 

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On last week’s episode, we talked about the core fundamental values of our business. Today, we're keeping the discussion going and give you the details on what actually happens after you become a member.

For years, we’ve spoken about what we do here at Energy Ogre and how we serve our members. Check out this episode as Laura and Julie reach beneath the surface to articulate how and why we do things the way we do, and how we help Texans live their brightest lives!

This week's episode features Houston native Cullen Gillaspia, who's made a name for himself on and off the football field. Selected by his beloved Houston Texans, he's now entering his second season as a full back and special teams expert. We're certain you'll love hearing Cullen's amazing story of commitment and dedication. Additionally, we end the episode with a fun game of "12 Questions," where Cullen sounds off on his biggest pet peeve, celebrity crush, and other candid questions! Sign up today with Energy Ogre with promo code GILLY, and you'll get one free month of service! Here's the signup link: https://www.energyogre.com/join/step1... 

Millions of American families have been affected by the coronavirus and the harsh economic toll of the social distancing measures put in place to curb the spread of the pandemic. Leaving many searching for more ways to hold on to their cash. Now more than ever, families are looking for creative, yet simple ways to save money. If you're looking for simple money-saving tips that are out of the ordinary, today we’re going to share with you these effective and unexpected strategies!

Moving can be a hassle, even in Texas. Energy Ogre is happy to help you. How? By making sure Texas movers get the straight scoop!

Unfortunately, there are many Texans that are overpaying for their electricity and they don’t realize it. Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! for a break down of the most common reasons for unexpectedly high electric bills, and a few tips, so you’ll know how to shop for electricity The Ogre Way.

Why is it that some have to pay a deposit for electricity and others don’t? It’s one of the most asked questions we receive from Texans inquiring about our service. Millions of Americans have a less than perfect credit score, and many have a credit score that is low enough to require them to pay higher interest rates or security deposits. However, a higher credit score doesn’t necessarily exempt someone from having to pay a security deposit for electricity. So, what requirements are providers looking for when they check your credit, and how can deposits be avoided? Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! for the details!

With all of the gimmicks, tricky ads, teaser rates, and confusing terms, it’s no surprise that many Texans overpay for electricity year after year. Here at Energy Ogre, we understand how frustrating it can be to see the forest through the trees. It’s our job to monitor the red flags regarding electricity plans. Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! for some insight on a few of these red flags.

 

As more counties and states impose shelter-in-place restrictions to mitigate the outbreak, everyone is suddenly spending a lot more time indoors. With the right selection of interesting apps, you can forget you're in such a confined space, reduce stress, get some exercise, and let your mind roam free. From socializing with friends to getting a good workout in, or catching up on the news. Here are a variety of apps to cure your cabin fever. And remember, these apps are available in both the IOS and Android app stores.

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Texas has recently been placed under a stay-at-home order, and families are looking for silver linings as they dig into this new normal. With working, parenting, and now even teaching from home, it is likely that your energy bill will be higher than usual. Saving energy will help you save money during what is increasingly proving to be a financially challenging time for many. Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! for a few tips to save energy while practicing social distancing, self-isolation and self-quarantine during the coronavirus.

While we’re all practicing social distancing and working from home, we’re temporarily changing the format of our podcast.

Our Operations Managers wanted to answer some of the most asked questions on our social media channels in the past week!

The Coronavirus outbreak has left many Texans wondering what’s to come in the wake of school closings across the state along with many businesses. For some, there is also a growing concern about whether our lights will stay on and how they’ll be able to afford their electricity bill.

Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! featuring our CEO Jesson Bradshaw for the details!

You don’t realize how much you depend on electricity until it’s unexpectedly off. Unfortunately, a lot of the things we’ve been taught to do DURING a power outage can actually be quite dangerous. So, today we’re giving you a few things to avoid. You might be surprised to know that some of these are quite commonly done.

The Texan way of life (travel, shopping, religious gatherings, sports, and other recreational events) has been drastically affected by the novel coronavirus. Clearly, the reaction will have a significant impact on electricity due to demand destruction for the indefinite future. Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?!, featuring David Kinchen, our director of strategy for the details!

We depend on electricity every single day, yet most don’t understand exactly how it works. The fact is, it’s a fascinating commodity and something worth learning about.

 

Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?! featuring our Energy Ogre CEO Jesson Bradshaw for the details!

At Energy Ogre, we are extremely strategic when selecting each plan. We're now approaching what we call ‘renewal season’. Since many of our members’ contracts are coming to the end and we're going to be looking for their next plan.

Check out the latest episode of SayWatt?!, featuring our Director of Pricing and Strategy, David Kinchen for the details!

As we dive into 2020, we thought it was important to review the basics in the electricity industry such as deregulation in the state of Texas. In 2002, deregulation gave millions the option to choose their electricity provider...something unheard of in Texas since the late 1880s when the first power plant was built in Galveston. But we still find a large majority of Texans just don’t take advantage. 

Check out the latest episode of Say Watt?!, as we tackle smart home automation! These devices can boost your homes’ resale value by up to 5% according to research done by Consumer Reports. That means a $15,000 value increase for a $300,000 house! Rather than sharing a ton of cutting edge technology, as Ogres, we’ve chosen some easy to do and cost-effective automation ideas that can get you started on your smart home.

Have you ever wondered how Energy Ogre came to be? CEO Jesson Bradshaw, President Scott Nethery, and CIO Dhwanit Shah reiterate Energy Ogre’s mission and the ideals that motivate us each day!

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Energy Ogre CEO Jesson Bradshaw discusses how 2019 price spikes and future generation plans could affect what we pay for electricity in 2020.

 

 

You’ve heard us end each show with our motto: “Be Cool, Stay Kind, And Do Great Things. It’s the Ogre Way." Today, we dive deeper into our “Ogre Way” philosophy. What it is, why is it important to us, and is it how you too can adopt the Ogre Way!

Host Laura Thornquist and Content Director Julie Williams discuss a few interesting and even weird facts not only about electricity but also about our world!

What are TDSP Charges, and why do we have to pay them in addition to energy charges on each monthly bill? Today we sit with Energy Ogre CEO Jesson Bradshaw and get the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about TDSP charges!

We completely understand: Life can get hectic. We put together a list of helpful apps and tools worth giving a try to make life’s more tedious tasks more convenient— it’s sort of what we do!

A very serious epidemic taking the nation by storm. We call it a financial apathy outbreak, a virus transforming us into mindless spenders, with wallets wide open to greedy businesses happy to overcharge us simply because we value our time, sometimes more than what’s in our bank account. Here are 12 tips that could save you over $5,000 a year with little effort required!

Ciphering through electricity contract terms can be tricky, even for the savviest shopper. Remember, you can cancel a contract with your provider at any time as long as you comply with the terms and conditions, which usually means paying an early termination fee (ETF). You’re never stuck - you just need to know if and when it makes financial sense for you to cancel. Energy Ogre can give you that information. Here’s how: We analyze your electricity usage profile. We calculate what you’re currently spending on how much you use. We find you an awesome plan that’s a perfect fit for your home. We calculate how much you’ll save. We make the switch if you decide the savings outweigh your ETF. If now is not the right time, we can ‘snooze’ your account and then wake you up when it's safe to switch without a fee.

 

 

 

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This episode features our Content Director Julie Williams!

We're in the middle of hurricane season, and we're sharing some of the best ways to stay prepared in case you're left without power during a power outage. 

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In our very first Say Watt?! episode, COO Laura Thornquist and CEO Jesson Bradshaw dive into the consequences of apathy when selecting new energy plans!