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Field Frequency
Field Frequency sits at the intersection of energy and technology, where innovation powers possibility. Each episode brings you a steady stream of insights, real-world stories, and timely updates straight from the field. From breakthrough advancements and evolving infrastructure to expert perspectives on emerging tech, we uncover the tools, trends, and talent shaping the future of EV, fueling, and the technology that surrounds both industries. Whether you’re deep in the industry or simply curious about where energy meets innovation, Field Frequency keeps you connected, informed, and inspired — fueling the future, one conversation at a time.
Field Frequency
EV Narratives Done Right: Steve Birkett on Facts, Friction & the Future
Host Jason Cortes sits down with Steve Burkett of Plug & Play EV and the Coast to Coast EVs livestream to explore how a passion YouTube channel grew into a trusted voice connecting EV drivers, fleets, and infrastructure players. They dig into why storytelling beats slogans for mainstream EV adoption, where charging reliability and destination charging still fall short, how to cut through hype and vaporware in EV news, and what fleets, retailers, and policymakers need to get right over the next 3–5 years.
Show Notes
Guest
- Steve Burkett – Founder of Plug & Play EV, host of Coast to Coast EVs livestream/podcast, long-time EV driver and B2B marketer focused on EV consumer education and infrastructure.
In This Episode
- Meet Steve & Plug & Play EV
- Sitting Between Drivers and the EVSE Industry
- Reliability: Are We Finally Turning the Corner?
- Destination Charging & Real-World Hotel Pain
- Storytelling vs. Slogans (and Why “Save the Planet” Isn’t Enough)
- Signal vs. Noise in EV News & Tech Hype
- Coast to Coast EVs: What Drivers Really Talk About
- Retailers, Buc-ee’s vs. Kwik Trip & the New Fueling Mix
- Plug & Charge, Credit Cards & the Real Driver Experience
- Fleet Electrification & Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Lessons from CNG / LNG Fleets for EV TCO
- Global Lessons: Europe, China & Standardization
- Looking 3–5 Years Ahead: Affordability & Education
Resources Mentioned
- Plug & Play EV weekly newsletter – EV driver stories, infrastructure analysis, regional station highlights.
- Coast to Coast EVs livestream & podcast – Deep dives on regional charging build-outs and real-world ownership.