Solar Sidekicks Podcast
Solar Sidekicks is the go-to podcast for all things solar, serving up essential insights with a friendly, down-to-earth vibe. Hosted by industry professional Pat Southwell and his co-host Lauren Ciconte, each episode explores technical topics, industry regulations, and the real-world challenges faced by solar installers across Australia.
Together they share practical knowledge from the field, tackle important issues affecting the industry, and stand up for what’s right by helping voices be heard on topics that can hit solar installers hard. They also highlight some of the great people working in the industry and help listeners stay across the constant changes in this fast-evolving sector.
Whether you’re a solar installer, apprentice, or simply interested in solar, Solar Sidekicks keeps you informed, connected, and up to date with what’s happening in the industry.
Solar Sidekicks Podcast
Latest Episodes
S3E21 – EcoVantage | Nancy Sanjoto & Arlen East
Pat and Lauren are back on the road, heading into Abbotsford to sit down with Nancy Sanjoto and Arlen East from EcoVantage — although Pat has a few early attempts at remembering exactly where they are and how to pronounce the company nam...
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S3E20 - Meagan Blackney | Six Star Plus
Pat and Lauren are back on schedule and back at Six Star Plus, this time joined by Meagan “Meggsy” Blackney — the Heat Pump Legend.Meggsy’s path into the industry is a good one. She went from eight years at Baby Bunting, to starting in ...
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S3E19 - Matt Wilson | Central Spark Victoria
This week we’ve headed north to Castlemaine to sit down with Matt Wilson from Central Spark Victoria — and apparently Lauren thought activewear and shorts were appropriate for a chilly Central Victorian morning.Matt’s been around solar s...
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S3E18 - Jason Dickinson | Jet Solar
Pat & Loz are on the road again — this week recording from the brand new Jet Solar HQ on Wellington Road, Rowville. And yes, the signwriting is real.Jason Dickinson has been quietly running one of the best solar businesses in Melbour...
S3E17 - Installer Nights, Megawatt STCs & One Alleged Bribe
After a month off, Pat and Lauren are back for a proper Solar Sidekicks industry catch-up — and there’s plenty to talk about.First up, they wrap up the first year of the Southwell Solar Installer Nights, from the huge Melbourne op...
