Nuclear is back, baby! But there’s a catch: the world is hungry for uranium, and we're running short. Turns out, countries like China, India, and Saudi Arabia aren’t waiting around—they’re ramping up reactors faster than you can say "energy crisis." Small Modular Reactors (think mini but mighty) could totally flip the script on how we power cities, AI data centers, and your neighborhood coffee shop. Our guest knows the ins and outs of uranium investments, the weird logistics of mining, and why n...
Jun 11, 2025•53 min•Ep. 221
Family offices are rolling into the energy game in a big way, and Chuck sits down with a couple of guys who’ve been right in the thick of it. We’re talking old-money families, London power players, and some seriously savvy strategies, like continuation vehicles, that are flipping the script on traditional deals. Keith and Brad from Stephens Inc. break it all down: what’s drawing these investors to oil and gas (hint: it’s not just the money), why Europe’s cash is flowing stateside, and how the se...
Jun 04, 2025•51 min•Ep. 222
Energy deals are popping off left and right, and it’s shaking up the whole industry, so I grabbed a few friends who know the game better than anyone to talk shop. We broke down why all these mergers keep happening, how creative insurance strategies are giving companies more wiggle room, and where natural gas fits into this ever-changing picture. Plus, we got into some juicy topics like why AI is suddenly the hottest hire in energy, the real story behind ESG investing (hint: it might not be what ...
May 28, 2025•48 min•Ep. 220
She went from pre-med dreams to rocks and rigs and didn’t stop climbing. Nikki’s path took her from being the first in her family to graduate college to running the Ralph Lowe Energy Institute at TCU, with stops along the way in oilfields, private equity boardrooms, and global energy hubs. This episode is full of stories about pivoting careers, saying yes to wild opportunities, and mentoring the next wave of energy pros. She’s big on merging business sense with technical chops, tackling water is...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 219
Think emission credits are just for tree huggers and big corporations? Think again, there’s serious money on the table, and most folks in oil and gas, manufacturing, or even landfill operations don’t even realize it. We're talking \$300K-a-ton kind of money. This episode pulls back the curtain on how emission reduction credits actually work and why so many small and mid-sized businesses are missing out on a goldmine sitting right under their noses. From shutting down old gear to investing in cle...
May 14, 2025•51 min•Ep. 218
Petrohawk wasn’t just another company, it flipped the whole shale game on its head, and we’ve got the guys who lived it telling the real story. From throwing out the old playbook and betting big in the Haynesville and Eagle Ford, to building a culture where collaboration actually meant something, Dick Stoneburner and Steve Herod spill the good stuff, wild deals, big risks, and billion-dollar wins. They talk about navigating private equity, spotting opportunities no one else saw, and what today’s...
May 07, 2025•45 min•Ep. 216
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 POW was captured, and why this moment mattered way more than people realize. But the past isn’t the only focus, we jump into the present too, talking ...
Apr 30, 2025•45 min•Ep. 217
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 scratch, the chaos and rewards of entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to raise the kind of money that turns a wild idea into real impact. Throw ...
Apr 23, 2025•52 min•Ep. 214
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, this conversation dives into the trends reshaping the future of work, investing, and innovation. Plus, Blair shares his wild ride from scrappy angel inve...
Apr 16, 2025•56 min•Ep. 209
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 toxic masculinity screws with healing, and why sharing your story might be the first step toward getting your life back. Plus, he walks through a no-...
Apr 08, 2025•49 min•Ep. 212
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, there’s even a voicemail or two that’ll make you question everything you thought you knew about climate activists and global energy. Buckle up, this one...
Apr 01, 2025•21 min•Ep. 213
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, why it costs a mind-blowing $333M to build a U.S. ship when the same one costs $55M overseas, and what can actually be done about it. If you like po...
Mar 25, 2025•46 min•Ep. 207
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 of AI in keeping the U.S. competitive, this conversation pulls no punches on the political tug-of-war shaping the industry. Digital Wildcatters bring...
Mar 20, 2025•50 min•Ep. 211
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 the tech giants running the show. From permitting headaches to policy battles, this conversation cuts through the noise and gets real about the futur...
Mar 16, 2025•54 min•Ep. 210
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 the scramble for reliable electricity. There’s talk of data centers, infrastructure bottlenecks, and why energy independence might not mean what you ...
Mar 11, 2025•58 min•Ep. 208
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 old-school mindset. They’re on a mission to turn Houston into a true innovation hub, connecting founders with the right people and resources to make t...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 203
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 humor. They also get into the bigger energy picture, from natural gas to renewables, and how conservation and energy production can actually go hand ...
Feb 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 205
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 joining, why energy marketing needs a serious overhaul, and how better storytelling could change public perception. Plus, we get into the Houston P...
Feb 21, 2025•58 min•Ep. 204
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 he sees U.S. oil production headed next. Plenty of laughs, plenty of insight, and maybe even a conspiracy theory or two—this one’s got it all. Digita...
Feb 17, 2025•49 min•Ep. 202
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 just another case of regulators picking a high-profile target? They dig into Sheffield’s legacy at Pioneer, the politics of energy regulation, and why in...
Feb 11, 2025•46 min•Ep. 200
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 focus on balancing innovation, sustainable growth, and a community-first mindset. It’s not all smooth sailing—regulatory hurdles in Australia keep e...
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 197
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 encounters with icons like Clayton Williams. Grant Yates and Brooks Hunt share how NAPE opened doors for independent operators, investors, and indust...
Jan 31, 2025•26 min•Ep. 199
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 conversation is packed with insider tales of risks, rewards, and the moments that defined a career at the cutting edge of energy. Digital Wildcatters brin...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 195
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 twists, and, yes, the cartel drama that no one saw coming. Monty’s fate? Let’s just say it’s got the panel buzzing. Demi Moore delivered a performanc...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 198
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 an absolute treat to have Matt Crumpton, who’s blowing up the world with his podcast Solving JFK, back on CYNAJ. And to make it even more special, we...
Jan 14, 2025•31 min•Ep. 196
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 unexpected humanity. From navigating through injured survivors and first responders to escaping just as the second tower fell, his story is a raw, unforget...
Jan 10, 2025•59 min•Ep. 194
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 to Cooper’s scheme to flip leases faster than a pancake breakfast. The cartel scene? Absolutely unhinged—but wait until you hear the National Guard’s...
Jan 08, 2025•46 min•Ep. 193
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 Val Verde Basin operations, this episode is packed with the good, the bad, and the hilariously accurate of oil and gas life. We’re pulling back the cu...
Dec 27, 2024•37 min•Ep. 192
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 gritty reality of industry loyalty, trust, and those oh-so-delicate deals with bank trust departments—plus, we’ve got takes on HBP leases and mineral ri...
Dec 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 191
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 your career, and ask Collide AI your toughest technical questions. https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcatters https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcatt...
Dec 18, 2024•35 min•Ep. 190
