Best Mercurial Verse Podcasts (2025)

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Bird Brained 2:01

2d ago2:01

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Pigeons can recognize all letters of the alphabet and outperform humans on assembly lines. Evolution struggles to explain such ability in small-brained birds. Intelligence is a gift from the Creator, not the product of brain size.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/1232/29…

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What Mothers Always Knew 2:01

5h ago2:01

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Research shows that even 36-hour-old babies can smile and recognize expressions, challenging the idea that all behavior is learned. These natural, innate abilities reflect divine design. The Bible's depiction of humans as unique, loved individuals is confirmed by science.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/…

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Mystery of the Elephant Ears 2:00

1d ago2:00

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Elephant ear plants generate heat and rely completely on their symbiotic relationship with scarab beetles for pollination. This precise biological interdependence points to a divine plan. If God provides for plants and beetles, how much more will He care for humanity?To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/dona…

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Keith & Brad from Stephens on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 50:40

3h ago50:40

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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. br…

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Mercury’s Young Magnetic Field 2:01

19h ago2:01

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Mercury still has a magnetic field despite its supposed billions-of-years age, which confounds evolutionary timelines. A young planet, as supported by the Bible, easily explains this observation. The heavens continue to declare the glory of God.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/1232/29…

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Hot Flowers 2:00

1d ago2:00

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Some plants, like the skunk cabbage, generate heat that enables them to bloom even under snow. These early blooms remind us of God's promise to sustain the cycles of nature.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/1232/29By Ian T. Taylor & Mark W. Cadwallader

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Christ: The Answer to Superstition 2:02

5d ago2:02

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Contrary to claims that Christians are more prone to superstition, studies show Bible-believing Christians are the least involved in cults and pseudo-science. The most susceptible to superstition are the irreligious and religious liberals. Christianity, grounded in truth and creation, promotes rational thinking and freedom from superstition.To supp…

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Nobel Laureate Suggests Spirit! 2:01

6d ago2:01

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Nobel Prize-winning scientist George Wald acknowledged a non-material aspect of life—consciousness—which he believed exists beyond space and time. His view challenged the materialistic foundation of evolution, leading to strong rejection from the scientific community. This response highlights how evolution functions more as a belief system than an …

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The Secret of Bee Bread 2:01

7d ago2:01

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Bees create “bee bread” by adding enzymes, microbes, and secretions to pollen, enhancing its nutrition far beyond honey. This complex process involves antibiotic protection, microbial control, and biochemical transformation, all done instinctively. Such advanced preparation reveals a depth of knowledge in bees that could only come from a Creator.To…

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Stephen Trauber and Aon on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 48:00

6d ago48:00

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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. Pl…

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Bacterial Physicists and Chemists 2:02

8d ago2:02

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Some bacteria can survive extreme conditions by forming spores and entering a state of suspended animation for decades. They even produce special proteins to protect their DNA from ultraviolet radiation.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/1232/29By Ian T. Taylor & Mark W. Cadwallader

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The All-Purpose Foot 2:01

9d ago2:01

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Mussels use a remarkable foot to locate ideal surfaces and apply a complex adhesive that works underwater. This glue is resistant to water, freezing, and pressure changes, outperforming modern adhesives. The mussel's specialized chemistry and design reveal sophisticated engineering by the Creator.To support this ministry financially, visit: https:/…

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A Discovery Predicted by Creationists 2:01

12d ago2:01

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Creationists have long predicted that fossils would show "modern" creatures living alongside dinosaurs, contradicting evolutionary timelines. Recent fossil finds have pushed back the supposed age of anthropoids, placing them closer to the time of dinosaurs. These discoveries support the biblical view of a young Earth and the coexistence of various …

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Plants Call in Air Defenses 2:01

13d ago2:01

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Some plants release "green leaf odors" when attacked, attracting wasps that paralyze attacking caterpillars. This complex interspecies communication between plants and insects shows intelligence in creation. Such systems defy the idea that these relationships "just happened" and instead point to a Creator's provision and design.To support this mini…

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Unimagined Actions and Reactions 2:01

19d ago2:01

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Tomato plants, when attacked by insects, produce defensive chemicals and release a compound called methyl jasmonate to warn neighboring plants. These neighbors then begin their own defenses, showcasing communication and biochemical awareness in plants.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/1232/29…

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Nikki Morris from TCU on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 1:08:18

14d ago1:08:18

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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, say…

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Keeping Males and Females in Balance 2:01

20d ago2:01

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Scientists have discovered that species have built-in mechanisms to maintain a balanced male-to-female ratio, even when disrupted by natural events. This has been observed in fish populations, which correct imbalances in just a few generations. Such intricate design challenges evolutionary theory and supports the biblical view of purposeful creatio…

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How Environmental Credits Are Changing Oil & Gas Forever 50:51

21d ago50:51

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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…

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Lessons from Building a $38 Billion Company 44:43

1M ago44:43

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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 stuf…

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

1M 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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Andrew Bowman from Jupiter Power on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 52:12

2M 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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Blair Garrou from Mercury on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 56:05

2M 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

2M 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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Carbon Capture Gate 21:13

2M 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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The Jones Act: America's $333M Shipping Problem 46:20

3M 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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Biden vs. Trump Breakdown on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 49:53

3M 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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The Election's Impact on the Oil & Natural Gas Industry NAPE 2025 53:59

3M 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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Mobius Risk Group on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 57:42

3M 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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The Hard Truth About Houston's Ecosystem 1:07:26

3M 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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Nuclear Energy Needs a Serious PR Makeover 34:29

3M 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

4M 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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Matt Gallagher on Chuck Yates Needs a Job 48:43

4M 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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Regulators vs. Roughnecks: Scott Sheffield’s War with the FTC 45:57

4M 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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Australia’s Bold Move to Dominate the Energy Industry with Joel Riddle 59:32

4M 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

4M 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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From $5M to $15B with Dick Stoneburner on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 1:10:45

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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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My Escape from the North Tower on 9/11 on Chuck Yates Needs A Job 59:07

5M 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

5M 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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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Seven 37:01

5M 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

6M 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

6M 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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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Five 31:50

6M 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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Can’t Deny It 1:25:55

6M ago1:25:55

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Chuck chats with the GOAT oil research analyst Doug Terreson about his new book Can’t Deny It, recounting his days at Schlumberger, Morgan Stanley and Evercore ISI. Doug made three of the greatest calls in the energy business if not all investing. “Era of The Super Majors”, “The Golden Age of Refining” and “The Pledge” are amazing stories of doing …

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Crude Tensions: the Missing Israel - Iran Risk Premium 1:26:30

6M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

James Kostohyrz argues there’s a real chance that Israel and Iran are going to war. Like bombs and missiles. Real war. If so, what’s Iran’s first move? Shut down the Strait of Hormuz and immediately block 20% of the world’s oil production. Oh crap. What would that mean for oil prices? It’s a scary yet possible scenario we are facing. Horrifying wit…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Three & Four 46:19

6M ago46:19

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Landman TV’s latest drama brings a $2M well workover and a fiery defense of the energy industry to life, and we’re here for all the twists. Billy Bob’s passion for oilfield justice and Tommy’s risky bet on a 35-year-old we…

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ilMio, from Fossil Fuels to Fine Jewels 42:54

6M ago42:54

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When one of Bill Perkin’s dudes calls you up and says you have to have one of his former traders on to chat making jewelry AND then blows smoke at you for being the eighth most famous person he knows, you gotta say yes! ilmio Jewelry’s co-founders Marc Horowitz and Alex Leslie come on to walk me through how their company got started, rag on Perkins…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode Two 46:42

6M ago46:42

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery What really happens when things go sideways in the oil field? We’re breaking down that jaw-dropping scene from *Landman* that’s got everyone talking, with the help of some seasoned pros who’ve seen it all. From sketchy ren…

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Landmen React to Landman TV Series - Episode One 43:00

7M ago43:00

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https://twitter.com/nimblephatty https://twitter.com/LandmanLife https://twitter.com/NewsFinOil https://twitter.com/Landmannery Taylor Sheridan’s latest and greatest features Billy Bob Thornton as Landman Tommy Norris, who battles the cartel, land owners, his ex-wife and his daughter’s boyfriend. So of course me, Matt Toohey, Gates Mueller and Boar…

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