Best Digital Wildcatters Podcasts (2025)

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this Australian city was bombed more than pearl harbor 45:05

1d ago45:05

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Chuck gets the real story behind one of the wildest chapters in Australian history, the 1942 bombing of Darwin, where more bombs were dropped than on Pearl Harbor, and the government kept it all under wraps. Mark Monaghan spills some jaw-dropping details: how the Tiwi Islanders warned of the attacks before radar even existed, how Australia’s first …

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Vitellaria PdDC on Energy Tech Startups 47:17

2d ago47:17

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Energy tech meets real-world impact in this one, Ngu Morcho shares how he's helping startups unlock overlooked markets with a boots-on-the-ground approach that blends health, energy, and finance into something seriously transformative. We’re talking about building infrastructure that actually serves people, not just pipelines and panels. From mobil…

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EP 64: Joshua Johnston from Capsher Technology 57:39

6d ago57:39

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AI isn't just a buzzword in oil and gas, it’s changing the game, and we’re breaking it down with someone who’s been in the trenches making it happen. From smarter fracking and streamlined drilling to navigating the chaos of legacy systems, this convo peels back the curtain on what it *really* takes to build tech that actually works in the field. We…

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Andrew Bowman from Jupiter Power on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 52:12

9d ago52:12

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Jupiter Power is shaking up the Texas energy game with massive battery storage projects, and we got the inside scoop straight from the top. From wrangling too much wind power in West Texas to running nine projects that pump out 1,500 megawatt-hours a day, they’re proving storage is the real MVP of the grid. We talk about building the company from s…

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Trump halts Empire Wind, China ceases exports, crude production plateauing | BDE 04.22.25 45:32

9d ago45:32

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Empire Wind just hit the brakes, and we’re breaking down why. From tangled-up environmental red tape to sky-high project costs, this offshore wind giant in New York is facing a major pause that’s sending shockwaves through the energy world. We’re talking rare earth minerals, China’s export power moves, and whether the U.S. is already peaking on oil…

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Trump Tariffs, Canadian Federalism, Mubadala | BDE 04.20.25 48:39

10d ago48:39

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Collide just pulled off a $5M seed raise and yeah, it’s kind of a big deal. We’re talking about a crew that started out making podcasts and is now building AI tools that are shaking up the energy world. From Mercury Ventures to some serious oil and gas backers, the investment is rolling in. We unpack what this means for automation, the inefficienci…

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Blair Garrou from Mercury on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 56:05

16d ago56:05

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AI is flipping the script on venture capital, and Blair Garrou has a front-row seat to the transformation. Chuck Yates sits down with the Mercury VC partner to talk about how AI is slashing startup costs, reshaping investment strategies, and fueling a new era of lean, high-impact teams. From generative AI and robotics to fintech and space tech, thi…

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Betrayal Shrink 48:42

24d ago48:42

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Betrayal hits different when you're a guy, especially when nobody's talking about it. This episode cracks open that silence with the "Betrayal Shrink," a therapist who’s been through it himself and now helps other men navigate the gut-punch of infidelity, shame, and heartbreak. We’re talking about the real stuff: what it means to be vulnerable, how…

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EP 63: Vicki Knott from CruxOCM 1:00:20

27d ago1:00:20

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What happens when a control room engineer gets fed up with clunky old systems and decides to rebuild them from the ground up? You get CruxOCM, a company shaking up pipeline automation with tools like PipeBot and GatherBot that sound like sci-fi but are very real (and very efficient). Vicki Knott shares how she went from pulp and paper mills to lead…

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Refuel Electric Vehicle Solutions on Energy Tech Startups 1:02:41

1M ago1:02:41

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Apartments and EV chargers, why is it such a headache? That’s exactly what we’re tackling with David Aaronson, the real estate pro behind Refuel Electric Vehicle Solutions. With EV adoption skyrocketing, renters are demanding charging options, but property owners are stuck figuring out how to make it work. David’s company is cutting through the red…

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Carbon Capture Gate 21:13

1M ago21:13

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Chuck stumbles into one of his most unhinged stories yet, something about a Russian defector named Kitcha, some midnight phone calls, a secret energy weapon, and oh yeah… Greta Thunberg might be Putin’s biggest problem? It’s part spy thriller, part geopolitical fever dream, and 100% classic Chuck chaos. There’s technetium, there’s nuclear waste, th…

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EP 62: Nick Fornicola from Beusa Energy 1:13:45

1M ago1:13:45

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AI in oil and gas isn't just a buzzword, it's actually solving real problems out in the field. On this episode, we chat with someone who's knee-deep in the data trenches and building tools that make workflows faster, smarter, and way less painful. From using vibration data to predict when gear’s about to break, to training AI to read and summarize …

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The Jones Act: America's $333M Shipping Problem 46:20

1M ago46:20

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The Jones Act has been messing with American shipping for over a century, driving up costs, stifling competition, and forcing bizarre workarounds, like Hawaii importing oil from Africa instead of Texas. Chuck sits down with Colin Grabow from the Cato Institute to break down how this outdated law makes everything from groceries to gas more expensive…

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Trump & Putin, Houthis, Israel strikes, JFK files released | BDE 03.20.25 35:10

1M ago35:10

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We’re unpacking how influencers and shifting media landscapes are reshaping sports and energy, breaking down the latest headlines on Rory McIlroy, media monopolies, and even some classic Larry Bird smack talk. On the geopolitical front, we’re diving into US airstrikes in Iran, Trump’s latest call with Putin, and the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Oh…

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Biden vs. Trump Breakdown on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 49:53

1M ago49:53

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Biden vs. Trump on energy policy, it’s a full 180°, and the oil and gas industry is feeling every bit of the whiplash. Chuck Yates sits down with Anne Bradbury, CEO of AXPC, to break down the shifting regulatory landscape, the battles over federal permits, and what it all means for America’s energy future. From infrastructure roadblocks to the role…

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From Uber to Founder, EnergyGigs on Energy Tech Startups 53:00

1M ago53:00

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Finding the right talent in energy is a headache, but EnergyGigs is flipping the script. CEO Jason Assir joins us to talk about how his platform is making it easier for companies to connect with consultants, freelancers, and even retirees without all the hiring red tape. We get into why traditional hiring doesn’t work for this industry, how AI is s…

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The Election's Impact on the Oil & Natural Gas Industry NAPE 2025 53:59

2M ago53:59

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AI is hungry, like, really hungry, for energy, and with data centers popping up everywhere, the oil and gas industry is right in the middle of it. Live from NAPE Houston 2025, Chuck Yates unpacks what AI’s exploding power demand means for the grid, why natural gas might be the unexpected MVP, and how energy pros need to step up and start talking to…

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CERAWeek Highlights, Iranian sanctions, Trump & Tesla | BDE 03.12.25 40:53

2M ago40:53

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AI is shaking up the energy world, and we’re here for it. Fresh off the MARC (Minerals and Royalties Conference), we’re unpacking the biggest shifts in energy, how AI is changing the game, why the IEA suddenly has a different tune on global energy policies, and what natural gas and EV adoption mean for US energy independence. We’ll also get into th…

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Mobius Risk Group on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 57:42

2M ago57:42

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Natural gas, AI, and the future of energy, sounds like a wonky mix, but trust us, this one's worth a listen. Chuck sits down with the crew from Mobius Risk Group to break down why natural gas is the unsung hero behind AI’s growing power demands, how energy markets are shifting under the weight of geopolitics, and where the real opportunities lie in…

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Trump's Oil Impact, OPEC, Zelensky Peace Proposal | BDE 03.05.25 45:27

2M ago45:27

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OPEC just shook up the energy world again, rolling back 2.2 million barrels per day of production cuts, and the ripple effects are huge. Will oil prices climb? Can U.S. shale keep up, or are we looking at a new reality for American production? We’re breaking down what this means for global supply, market stability, and the geopolitical chess game p…

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Carbon Optimum Corporation on Energy Tech Startups 56:05

2M ago56:05

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Tackling the 40-gigaton CO2 problem isn’t for the faint of heart, but Yao Huang is all in, turning climate challenges into financial opportunities with some seriously cool tech. After two decades in the tech world, a pandemic epiphany sent her full speed into climate investing, and now she’s using algae photobioreactors (yes, algae!) to capture car…

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The Hard Truth About Houston's Ecosystem 1:07:26

2M ago1:07:26

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Houston’s energy scene isn’t just about oil and gas, it’s a wild world of startups, big ideas, and the uphill battle of getting funding in an industry built on tradition. Jason and Nada from Energy Tech Nexus join Chuck to talk about what it really takes to build an energy tech company in this city, from wrangling investors to breaking through the …

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Carnivore diet, Diamondback acquisition, Texas Energy Fund, BP scrap renewables | BDE 02.24.25 42:09

2M ago42:09

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Tennessee is making big moves in tech, and the Colossus XAI facility is proof, housing the world's most powerful supercomputer in a mind-blowing 750,000-square-foot space (and growing). This beast runs on 300 megawatts and is set to scale past a million chips, making it a game-changer for AI and computing. But that’s just the start, we’re also talk…

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Nuclear Energy Needs a Serious PR Makeover 34:29

2M ago34:29

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Nuclear energy needs a serious PR makeover, and who better to brainstorm than Chuck Yates and Gabriella Hoffman? Gabriella’s an energy policy pro, an outdoor enthusiast, and a storyteller who knows how to cut through the noise. She and Chuck swap ideas on how to make nuclear cool again, think cultural icons, better branding, and maybe even a little…

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Leslie Warren on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 57:38

2M ago57:38

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Leslie Warren once thought she’d be auditing fashion brands, but somehow, she ended up in oil & gas and she wouldn’t have it any other way. From her days as an accounting student at Texas A&M to navigating IPOs and acquisitions, Leslie’s journey is anything but predictable. She shares how she fell in love with an industry she never planned on joini…

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Planckton Data on Energy Tech Startups 54:43

2M ago54:43

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AI and sustainability—two buzzwords that actually make a lot of sense together, especially when you’ve got sharp minds like Robin Goswami and Sandeep Roy putting them to work. These guys built Planckton Data to crack one of the biggest challenges in energy and industrial markets: making carbon footprints actually measurable (instead of just a marke…

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Matt Gallagher on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 48:43

2M ago48:43

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From scrubbing tanks in Indiana to leading an energy company, Matt Gallagher’s story is anything but boring. He’s seen it all—booms, busts, wild innovations, and even a UFO (or maybe just Starlink?) from a hot tub in Colorado. We get into the early days of horizontal drilling, what it was like growing Parsley Energy during the shale boom, and where…

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EP 61: Brock Meyer from Wise Rock 1:02:46

3M ago1:02:46

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Oil and gas engineers drowning in data, meet your new best friend—Wise Rock. We’re talking lightning-fast analytics, effortless communication, and a platform built to make your life easier. Brock Meyer, the brains behind it, joins us to share how his tech is slashing downtime, streamlining workflows, and bringing exception-based surveillance to the…

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Energy Tech Nexus on Energy Tech Startups 1:00:41

3M ago1:00:41

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Houston isn’t just the oil and gas capital—it’s shaping up to be the energy innovation hub of the future, and Nada Ahmed and Jason Ethier are right in the middle of it. As the brains behind EnergyTechNexus, they’re building a launchpad for startups tackling the energy trilemma: security, affordability, and sustainability. We’re talking everything f…

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Regulators vs. Roughnecks: Scott Sheffield’s War with the FTC 45:57

3M ago45:57

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Scott Sheffield—oil industry legend or convenient scapegoat? The FTC sure has opinions, and so does Russell Gold. Chuck sits down with the Texas Monthly senior editor to unpack the wild allegations that Sheffield was secretly cozying up to OPEC. Was the guy who helped turn the Permian into an oil superpower really playing both sides, or is this jus…

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Trump’s tariffs, 42-Mile conveyor belt, UK dodge gas storage crisis | BDE 02.04.25 38:06

3M ago38:06

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Big things are happening in the oilfield—literally. We’re talking about a 42-mile, all-electric conveyor belt hauling frac sand across the Delaware Basin, cutting out thousands of truckloads and making operations safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Bud Brigham and his team just dropped $400 million on this beast, moving 13 million pounds of sand an…

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Rheom Materials on Energy Tech Startups 53:49

3M ago53:49

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Plastic doesn’t have to be the villain of the story anymore—Rheom Materials is flipping the script. From brewing kombucha to brewing up a whole new way of thinking about sustainable plastics, they’re proving that bio-based, biodegradable materials can hold their own against petrochemical giants. In this chat, you’ll hear about the wild ride from Zi…

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Australia’s Bold Move to Dominate the Energy Industry with Joel Riddle 59:32

3M ago59:32

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Tamboran Resources is shaking things up in the Beetaloo Basin with a fearless approach to developing a massive two-million-acre position and tapping into more than 50 trillion cubic feet of reserves, all backed by slick U.S. technology and alliances with H&P and Liberty. Picture a Marcellus-style revolution in the Asia-Pacific region, but with a fo…

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How NAPE Transformed Careers in Oil & Gas 25:54

3M ago25:54

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NAPE isn’t just a conference—it’s where careers are made, deals are struck, and legendary stories unfold. From its scrappy beginnings at the Westin Galleria to becoming *the* networking event in oil and gas, this episode is packed with stories of game-changing opportunities, wild deals (including a seismic map sold *three times*), and unforgettable…

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Trump executive orders, Scott Sheffield , can China beat OpenAI? | BDE 01.28.25 50:36

3M ago50:36

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Can China really outpace OpenAI? From shaking up the energy world—think Chevron, Exxon, and even Bitcoin mining—to sparking debates on power demands and national security, this one’s got layers. Plus, we’re unpacking how these AI advancements could flip the script for data centers, LNG exports, and even the future of American shale. Oh, and let’s n…

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Nocopycats and VisionTech on Energy Tech Startups 1:02:42

3M ago1:02:42

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Workplace safety just got a serious upgrade thanks to some cutting-edge AI tech that turns your regular ol’ CCTV cameras into safety superheroes. We’re talking about a system that spots hazards, flags unsafe behavior (without naming and shaming), and keeps things running smoothly in high-risk industries like oil and gas. The brains behind this inno…

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From $5M to $15B with Dick Stoneburner on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 1:10:45

3M ago1:10:45

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How do you turn a $5 million bet into a $15 billion win? That’s the kind of wild story we’re talking about here—think high-stakes deal making, seismic tech breakthroughs, and the evolution of oil and gas from gut-instinct exploration to data-driven science. From a humble start in Wichita to shaping industry giants like 3TEC and Petrohawk, this conv…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode 10 (SEASON FINALE) 1:03:51

3M ago1:03:51

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Watch us react to other episodes! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWDughslVzGxojojxmhUgeGmb4cdvbCzc The Landman finale had us on the edge of our seats, so naturally, we had to unpack it all—the big moments, the wild…

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Solving JFK in Dealey Plaza with Matt Crumpton 31:23

4M ago31:23

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/MattCrumpton As many of you know, I have always been a Kennedy assassination guy - wrote my senior thesis on it at Rice, Dad went to med school at Southwestern in the 60s so his professors were the docs at Parkland that worked on Kennedy, read every book including the Warren Commission… so it was…

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Bitcoin Miners Are America's Secret Weapon | BDE 01.13.25 1:01:02

4M ago1:01:02

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Curious about how Bitcoin mining is reshaping global energy? We dive into its critical role in national security with energy expert Lisa Hough. From Africa's innovative operations to major US energy deals, discover why Bitcoin infrastructure is becoming as crucial as oil reserves in historic wars. We explore explosive growth in Bitcoin ETFs, ground…

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My Escape from the North Tower on 9/11 on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 59:07

4M ago59:07

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What does it feel like to survive the unimaginable? Picture this: the 85th floor of the North Tower, the chaos of the first impact, and the desperate journey down countless flights of stairs as the world collapses around you. Billy Forney shares his gripping, deeply personal account of 9/11, filled with moments of terror, resilience, and even unexp…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Eight & Nine 46:16

4M ago46:16

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Watch us react to other episodes! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWDughslVzGxojojxmhUgeGmb4cdvbCzc Things get wild as we unpack the chaos of *Landman* episodes 8 and 9, from Monty’s gutsy showdown with the governor…

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Latham & Watkins on Energy Tech Startups 1:05:08

4M ago1:05:08

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Energy tech startups face a unique maze of legal pitfalls, and we’re breaking it all down with tips and strategies that could save your company. From dodging toxic investment terms like full ratchets to navigating funding rounds without losing founder control, we’ll unpack what works (and what doesn’t) in this high-stakes world. Ever wonder why pro…

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Trudeau resigns, Biden offshore drilling ban, Colorado's battery trains | BDE 01.06.25 38:01

4M ago38:01

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What happens when Trump shakes up energy policy in 2025, Trudeau steps down in Canada, and investor sentiment trumps regulations in shaping oil production? It’s a wild ride through the energy world this week as we untangle the latest twists and turns in North America’s energy landscape—like Biden’s offshore drilling ban and some surprisingly clever…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Seven 37:01

4M ago37:01

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Oil deals, cartel drama, and the quirks of Midland life collide in Episode 7 of *Landman*, and we couldn’t resist breaking it all down. From the wild art of wrangling a 100% payout farm out deal to the gritty realities of …

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Six 49:23

4M ago49:23

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Could this be the best Landman episode yet? We’re talking Monty’s jaw-dropping estate, Angela’s divorce drama that had us glued to the screen, and Tommy’s raw, emotional hospital moment that hit hard. The show nails the gr…

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Kitty’s Annual Holiday Special on Chuck Yates Needs A Job Podcast 34:59

4M ago34:59

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Chuck celebrates the holidays with the Naughty and Nice list and musical stylings of EFT’s very own Shaleunikitty with a special guest appearance by Jen Evans... Digital Wildcatters brings the energy community together through events, cutting-edge content, and powerful tools. Join our online community at collide.io. Engage with experts, level up yo…

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WindEverest Corporation on Energy Tech Startups 51:35

5M ago51:35

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Ever thought about how to make EV charging smarter and greener? Wind Everest is turning wind energy into a game-changer for electric vehicles, and Robert Rolnik is at the helm of it all. Picture an app that works like a weather report for wind power—letting you know the best times to charge to slash carbon emissions by up to 90%. Texas might be jus…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Five 31:50

5M ago31:50

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Get an insider's look at the oil industry's political battles and personal dramas in this deep dive into Landman Episode 5. From heated boardroom confrontations about fossil fuel sentiment to tense cartel standoffs, this e…

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Exxon's Bold Move into Data Center Power & Meta's Controversial Decision | BDE 12.13.24 35:52

5M ago35:52

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Exxon just dropped a bombshell: they’re building a 1.5-gigawatt natural gas power plant—complete with 90% carbon capture—to fuel data centers, and it’s shaking up the tech and energy worlds alike. This bold move brings Big Oil and Silicon Valley closer than ever, and we’re peeling back the curtain on what it all means. From the tech partnerships in…

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