Chuck Yates Got A Job

Chuck chats with Jaime about his conversion from being a Democrat to a Libertarian, why the hell he would want to Railroad Commission, and how we can save the energy business.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:33 - Jaime Diaz’s Background06:02 - Jaime Diaz Runs for School Board06:57 - Jaime Diaz Discovers Bitcoin13:27 - Why Railroad Commissioner18:01 - Jaime's Candidacy for Railroad Commissioner19:38 - Trade-offs in the Energy Industry22:15 - Environmental Costs of Flaring27:27 - Addressing Climate Change32:58 - Government's Role in Energy Selection42:30 - Running for Railroad Commissioner of Texas44:49 - Addressing Orphan Wells49:20 - The People's Court Experience51:35 - Future Aspirations51:40 - Chuck Yates Needs a Job52:20 - What Really Matters in Politics53:30 - One Term and Out Philosophy54:06 - Closing Thoughts54:11 - Nudity in the Campaignhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Sean talk about the electric markets - forecasting demand, home energy efficiency, ERCOT, and Australia.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:19 - What does Amperon do04:46 - Fixing the grid10:46 - Smart grid timeline17:45 - Matt's dad's solar panels18:52 - Industrial electricity savings22:18 - Waterfloods impact26:34 - OhmConnect overview28:34 - Selling power to the grid35:50 - Amperon’s move to Houston41:08 - Venture capital in Houston43:38 - Houston vs Austin vs Dallas vs Oklahoma44:36 - Energy industry transition45:58 - Houston’s potential and Greater Houston Partnership47:06 - Closing thoughts48:41 - Future predictions for Houstonhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats all things Railroad Commission with the Democratic Nominee, Luke Warford. And, as stupid as it sounds, the Railroad Commission regulates the oil and gas business in Texas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:45 - Luke Warford - Railroad Commissioner Aspirations05:54 - Energy Czar of Texas: Luke's Vision10:12 - Reforming the Texas Energy Market11:05 - Solutions for the ERCOT Market16:40 - Issues with the Democratic Party19:00 - Preventing an AOC Scenario24:04 - Key Policies for Texas26:20 - National Oil and Gas Dialogue29:30 - Understanding the Political System and Primaries31:00 - Overview of the Texas Railroad Commission34:00 - Rule Enforcement in Energy Sector35:50 - Political Incentives and Energy37:00 - Addressing Monopolies in Texas41:34 - Last Question: Nudity Discussion41:36 - Luke's Plans as Railroad Commissioner45:10 - Matt McConaughey's Insightshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

On July 6, 1988, the Piper Alpha offshore platform in the North Sea exploded and sank, killing 165 men onboard. Sixty-one workers escaped and survived. Joe Meanen was one of them...but only after he jumped from the heliport into the North Sea 175 feet below.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:03 - Joe’s Background and Experience06:28 - Piper Alpha Disaster: July 6, 198819:00 - Jumping Off the Piper Alpha Platform22:10 - Impact of Falling into the Water28:06 - Emotional Recovery After Piper Alpha32:04 - Survivor's Guilt and PTSD Insights33:40 - Analyzing What Went Wrong40:15 - Essential Lessons for Oil and Gas Executives41:40 - Contact Information for Joehttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

The carbon trading and offsets market is exploding so Chuck and Mike chat all things emission trading - it’s history, what’s cap and trade, how does it work? Plus who doesn’t love a great Sinbad and Microsoft story.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:32 - What is Cap and Trade? 05:45 - Getting Started in Carbon Markets08:23 - Enron Anonymous Insights11:29 - Experiences Working at Enron13:03 - Understanding Emissions Trading16:48 - Pro Carbon Cap and Trade Benefits21:50 - Arguments Against Carbon Cap and Trade24:04 - Overview of California’s Oil and Gas Sector26:15 - Future Projections for the Next 10 Years28:41 - Exploring Carbon Offsets31:54 - Size of the Carbon Market33:00 - Consumer-Driven Environmental Change34:48 - Aegis: Company Overview37:55 - Profit Potential in Carbon Trading40:30 - Corporate Responses to Rising Carbon Prices43:38 - Increasing Whale Population Strategies45:40 - Importance of Kelp Ecosystems47:25 - Discussion on Mike’s Bookhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Brad discuss all things energy stocks - the recent fall and the future. Brad’s take is that energy stocks will hold up well through the coming recession just like they have over all of the recessions of the past seventy-five years. And that pesky inflation stuff…won't go away until we “drill baby drill”.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:44 - Oil Prices Analysis08:11 - Client Communication Strategies11:00 - Energy Sector in a Recession12:20 - Historical Inflation Trends19:45 - Energy's Economic Importance23:30 - Recurrent Energy Sales Strategy28:48 - Energy Investment Thesis33:16 - Cycle End Indicators35:20 - Shareholder Value in Energy Companies38:30 - Criteria for Investing in Energy42:15 - Energy Profitability Insights45:50 - Impact of Inflation on Energy48:42 - Recurrent's Upcoming Whitepaperhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Campbell chat all things ERCOT - what is it, how does it work, why did we have blackouts during the winter storm, Uri, and why the grid is on the verge of blackouts again. A perfect primer for those who want to learn the basics about the electrical system in Texas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:45 - What is ERCOT05:12 - History of the Texas Power Grid10:49 - Texas Deregulation13:15 - Retail Energy Providers18:35 - ERCOT Market Design24:00 - How Did We Get Here28:00 - Impact of Renewables on the Grid30:50 - Wind Energy Limits31:40 - Asynchronous vs Synchronous Generators34:40 - Inertia: Importance in Power Systems37:40 - Unique Challenges of the Texas Grid38:15 - Winter Storm Uri43:15 - Solutions for Power Grid Issues46:23 - Listener Question: Capital Investment Concerns58:27 - Nuclear Energy in Texas01:01:18 - Keeping the Lights Onhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats with James Casey, the tight ends coach for the Cincinnati Bengals about going to the Super Bowl, the NFL Draft, his NFL playing days, and his playing seven positions in a game while at Rice University. However, the most powerful part of the podcast is when James shares his personal story - overcoming poverty, his mother’s tragic death, and his commitment to succeed.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:35 - Super Bowl Highlights03:33 - Joe Burrow Analysis07:32 - NFL Combine Insights10:40 - Combine Preparation13:55 - Draft Stories and Experiences15:54 - Working with Scouts20:59 - Evaluating Players Today22:02 - Bengals and Joe Burrow Collaboration23:20 - Joe Paterno vs. Miami Fiesta Bowl24:25 - Work Ethic in Football Plays31:40 - Inspiring Human Stories36:17 - Overcoming Adversity38:11 - James' Letter to Mike39:15 - Mike's Scholarship Journey40:10 - James' First Fancy Dinner Experience41:58 - Meaning Behind the Number 1944:25 - Motivation for Hard Work47:50 - College Positions Played51:35 - The Game That Started It All55:30 - Sarah Yates Discussion57:37 - Parenting Insights01:00:46 - Importance of Grit01:04:38 - The Greatest of All Time (GOAT)https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Bryan discuss the energy trading markets and the cool stuff Aegis is up to on the technology front. For the record, oil was at $125 / bbl and natural gas was at $9.40 / mcf when this podcast was recorded.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:10 - AEGIS Energy Origins03:16 - AEGIS Energy Services05:23 - Understanding Trade Counterparts07:52 - Consumer Hedging Strategies11:25 - Airline Industry Hedging15:14 - Energy Trading Evolution19:54 - Oligopoly and Transparency Issues22:31 - AEGIS Core Functions23:20 - AEGIS as a SEF29:00 - Role of a CPO33:05 - Oil Market Insights37:08 - Natural Gas Overview45:30 - Emerging Trends in Energy49:03 - Rebuilding Trust in Energy Sector50:35 - Recognition for Positive Impact55:35 - Contacting AEGIS55:54 - AEGIS Services Overviewhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Collin recently witnessed an encounter with a young man who had autism and the police. The situation highlighted just how uneducated folks are about interacting with people who have autism, so Chuck had an expert on to chat about it.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro00:54 - The Colin McClone Story02:06 - Understanding Autism06:48 - Autism Characteristics11:35 - Supporting Individuals with Autism17:06 - Manifestations of Autism26:20 - Early Detection and Intervention27:30 - IEPs in Public Schools30:30 - Employment for Individuals with Autism37:14 - Hope For Three Organization39:46 - The Lighted Balls House Initiative40:17 - Founding Hope For Three45:39 - It's Cool to Care Campaign49:01 - Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)49:20 - Positive Traffic Outcomes Program (PTOP)52:00 - Empowering Parents of Children with Autism53:05 - Dads Gatherings for Support1:00:16 - Contacting Hope For Threehttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats with Jane about energy transition and why Houston’s the best place to business. Added bonus: Jane was in charge of and discusses compliance for BP under their settlement for Macondo.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:15 - Safety Culture in Energy Sector04:04 - Macondo Incident Analysis06:04 - Government Response Effectiveness09:16 - Importance of Process Safety12:58 - Personal Responsibilities in Energy17:38 - Public Education on Energy Practices18:56 - Energy Transition Initiative Overview27:45 - Greater Houston Partnership Insights29:59 - Carbon Capture, Use, and Storage (CCUS)30:26 - Nature-Based Carbon Capture Solutions33:06 - Greater Houston Partnership Updates39:06 - Why Houston is an Energy Hub39:40 - Young People and Energy Careers44:44 - Houston's Optimism for the Future47:50 - Exploring Greater Houston Partnership Resourceshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Energy conferences historically have really sucked when it comes to having a diverse speaker lineup. Yeah, it's always Old White Guys. So Chuck chats with Liz and Kayla about it. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Brian spent 20 years as a die hard “greenie” in the energy sustainability industry and well….he's now jaded and now believes nuclear and natural gas are the keys to powering the world and saving the planet. Fascinating discussion.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:33 - Nixon Going to China or Ben Solo05:49 - Personal Transformation08:57 - Renewables: Costs and Wastefulness19:44 - China’s Energy and National Security21:50 - Financial Implications of Renewables23:30 - Renewables vs. Fossil Fuels Cost Comparison25:00 - Renewables vs. Nuclear Energy Costs26:30 - Renewables vs. Natural Gas Costs28:00 - Renewables vs. Coal Costs29:30 - Renewables vs. Hydro Costs31:00 - Renewables vs. Geothermal Costs32:30 - Renewables vs. Bioenergy Costs34:00 - Renewables vs. Fusion Energy Costs35:30 - Renewables vs. Space Solar Costs37:00 - Renewables vs. Fossil Fuels (Continued)23:53 - Future Energy Costs27:27 - Understanding Energy Cost Comparisons33:02 - Apples to Apples Energy Source Comparison33:47 - Solar Panel Waste Issues38:25 - Climate Change Discussion39:30 - Solutions to Energy Challenges40:40 - Goals and Objectives in Energy43:55 - Importance of Storytelling in Energy48:09 - Q&A Session49:00 - Trust in Energy Solutions52:35 - Meaning and Purpose in Energy56:25 - Energy Draft Overview59:37 - Addressing Energy Poverty1:02:40 - Outro1:05:44 - Joe Rogan on Nuclear Power1:07:30 - Winter Storm Uri and Nuclear Plantshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck lets Railroad Commissioner candidate Sarah Stogner refute recent political attacks made by her opponent. He also asks the big question, "do you have any additional nudity planned for the runoff election?"Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:05 - Political views04:05 - Energy security06:55 - Pro-life stance10:25 - Second Amendment rights13:47 - Critical race theory discussion17:45 - Sexualized content in education23:16 - Education reform25:47 - Campaign motivations29:10 - Five Questions segment31:50 - Final thoughts and reflections33:12 - Voting information and details33:50 - Election night celebration34:17 - Tanner’s book insights35:34 - Discussion on Godhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck sits down with Parker Lewis - one of the leading voices in the Bitcoin ecosystem. He explains Bitcoin Mining so that Chuck's mother can understand it and then they deep dive into why Texas will be the Bitcoin capital of the world.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:40 - What does Unchained Capital do03:15 - Bitcoin mining at 30,000 feet04:53 - Bitcoin mining at 40,000 feet13:43 - Bitcoin mining and risk assessment17:15 - Bitcoin mining validation costs19:55 - Bitcoin mining: probabilistic nature25:56 - Overview of Bitcoin mining29:25 - Bitcoin mining: increasing efficiency32:30 - Bitcoin Mining: Power Costs34:55 - Bitcoin Mining: Understanding Hashrate39:45 - Bitcoin Mining: Utilizing Flared Gas43:28 - Texas as Bitcoin mining capital46:10 - Bitcoin mining benefits for the grid48:55 - Impact of politics on Bitcoin mining50:25 - Bitcoin mining and energy market dynamics55:17 - Importance of private resource ownership56:20 - ERCOT: Texas's energy independence59:27 - Bitcoin mining's impact on small towns01:02:30 - Bitcoin mining and energy transmission01:06:08 - Bitcoin mining and ESG considerations01:10:47 - Bitcoin mining and energy implications01:14:45 - Bitcoin mining and natural gas utilization01:16:39 - Bitcoin mining as an energy investment01:17:55 - Understanding the concept of money01:22:05 - Exploring the concept of energyhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck went on Ed Morrissey's podcast to talk energy policy. Actually the conversation starts with: What is our energy policy? And ends with Chuck naming his favorite energy policy prescriptions. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Oil is above $100, natural gas above $7, we have a ground war in Europe over energy, dogs and cats sleeping together, mass hysteria. What do we do? A "draft" of energy policies, of course. Stacey McDonald and Chuck have seven energy veterans "draft" their best energy policy ideas to save the world. With Mark Meyer, Mark Rossano, Kyri Baker, Paul Sankey, Rory Johnston, David Ramdsen-Wood and Brad Olsen.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:30 - Energy Policy Draft02:12 - Mark Meyer - Natural Gas Insights07:38 - Mark Rosano - Nuclear Energy Discussion11:29 - Mark Nelson - CEO of Moltex Energy14:14 - Kyri Baker - Energy Research at Colorado University19:07 - Paul Sankey - Energy Analyst Insights26:23 - Rory Johnson - Energy Market Analysis33:19 - Draft Pick 6: Coal - David Ramsden-Wood36:20 - Future of Coal Energy37:38 - Role of the Assistant Czar in Energy Policy39:14 - Energy: Drafting an Effective Policy42:30 - Energy: Brad Olsen on TARP for Energy50:25 - Final Thoughts on Energy Policy58:21 - Closing Thoughts on Energy Discussion1:00:04 - Brad’s Closing Thoughts1:02:54 - Stacy’s Closing Thoughtshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

After winter storm Uri nearly crashed ERCOT in February 2021, the Texas Legislature passed the "fix" to the grid. Or did they? While well intended, the legislation has a significant second order effect that may crash the grid during the next crisis.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Nathan Mcadoo, Baysa Energy00:50 - Nathan’s background in energy03:40 - Nathan's journey into oil and gas08:20 - Overview of Baysa Energy operations10:04 - Texas grid failure: Causes and implications15:14 - Winter Storm Uri: Events and impact19:50 - Understanding LARA's functionality23:00 - Texas grid's near disaster scenario25:50 - Hot water systems during freeze events29:55 - Consequences of the power outage33:50 - Role of nuclear power in energy36:25 - Overview of ERCOT's function37:46 - Insights on Senate Bill 339:00 - Importance of Critical Infrastructure Designation41:54 - Defining what should be critical43:50 - EEA 3 and its critical assets48:00 - Exemption application process for critical status51:10 - Filing hearings with the Railroad Commission55:10 - Involvement process in LARhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and long-time energy investor / executive (Exxon, Goldman, Simmons, TPH, Apache) Mark Meyer chat the history of energy investing and get drawn into a deep discussion of the importance of data and its analysis to the future of the energy business. Yeah, and of course, they start with sports analogies. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:49 - Tom House02:45 - NFL Draft06:25 - Moneyball10:38 - Start of the Interview12:44 - First Time You and I Hung Out18:14 - Investor Funding Insights22:08 - Shale Revolution Market Insights22:54 - Sound Investment Philosophy Importance25:33 - Institutional Role in Energy Market27:45 - Natural Gas Bubble of Early 2000s32:21 - Commodity Hedge Inflation to Alpha Transition37:15 - Chasing Alpha vs Beta Strategies40:19 - Data Transparency in Investments43:18 - Public Data and Technical Analysis45:30 - Technical Judgment in Equity Research51:24 - High Frequency Drilling Data Impact57:44 - Big Data Challenges in Energy01:01:10 - Strengths of Oil and Gas Companies01:06:13 - Data-Driven Decision Making Potential01:08:00 - Oil and Gas Industry Performance Issues01:11:08 - Digital Wildcatters Overview01:18:30 - Improving Industry Practices01:19:35 - Portfolio Management for Physical Assets01:24:35 - Action Plan for Investors01:29:17 - ESG Metrics in Investments01:31:33 - ESG and Investment Performance Analysis01:32:20 - Rick Huckaby’s New Albumhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck went all "social media influencer" on us and did an AMA (ask me anything for you boomers) at the Energy Leadership Series Breakfast. And yes, he really answered questions from his Twitter audience in front of a distinguished group at the Petroleum Club in Dallas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro03:20 - Undervalued Oil Assets06:40 - Natural Gas Market Insights10:10 - Environmentalists' Impact on Energy17:20 - Significance of Pronouns in Industry20:46 - Private Equity in Oil & Gas25:36 - Analyzing Best and Worst Deals32:08 - Industry Criticism and Controversies37:11 - Q&A Session43:24 - Bitcoin Mining and Energy Use49:33 - Personal Insights and Questionshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats with Josh about energy investing, beefing with Energy Cynic and how do we spread the good word.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:40 - Who is Josh Young01:56 - Education Background05:46 - Career Before Bison10:37 - Matt's Entry into Oil and Gas12:21 - Treadstone Energy Overview16:26 - Bison Oil & Gas I - Fundraising19:05 - Investor Sentiment in Bison I21:43 - Importance of Management23:44 - Evaluating Management Performance25:22 - Stock Selection vs Market Beta26:56 - Anticipating Market Changes28:40 - Current Investor Sentiment30:55 - Valuation of Oil Market34:17 - Understanding Backwardation37:57 - Wellsite Navigator Insights44:14 - Canadian Oil Landscape47:50 - Impact of Biden on Oil Industry48:29 - Alberta's Energy Policies54:38 - Reclaiming the Energy Narrative57:04 - Actions vs Words in Energy1:00:57 - Changing Perceptions in Energy1:03:04 - Future of the Energy Industry1:10:55 - Final Thoughts on Energy1:13:55 - Disagreement with Art Berman1:14:30 - Disagreement with Energy Cynichttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Go on vacation to Paris with Chuck. You'll hear some deep thoughts, laugh a little and see some amazing scenery from Normandy, Versailles, the Louvre, Jim Morrison's grave, and the Eiffel Tower.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro01:30 - Moxie Hotel Experience03:26 - Exploring Utah Beach06:29 - Visiting Versailles Palace09:08 - Jim Morrison’s Grave Tour09:54 - Discovering the Louvre Museumhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

What’s the first thing a London journalist writing a book on North Sea oil workers should do…have a torrid affair with her first interview subject! Her book Sea State is a gripping tale of her break up, move to Scotland, the AFFAIR…all within the framework of interviewing the men of the rigs of the North Sea. And she’s cool enough to chat with Chuck about it all. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Ad for Digital Wildcatters Empower01:07 - Tabitha Lasley Introduction04:15 - Salacious Content Discussion10:18 - Relocating and Starting Fresh11:42 - Exploring Shame16:45 - Brene Brown's Advice for Class Dynamics19:58 - The World as a Two-Way Street22:20 - WellSite Navigator Overview23:05 - Financial Advice for Oilfield Workers26:30 - Trauma and Risk-Taking in the Industry30:48 - Mental Health Challenges in the Oilfield32:00 - Offshore Living Accommodations33:43 - Oil and Gas Industry Challenges35:00 - Impact of the Pandemic36:56 - Work Culture in Oil and Gas37:56 - Key Lessons from Writing the Book38:19 - Finding Meaning in Lifehttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Collin discuss the convergence of energy and Bitcoin mining – Texas is the future, E&P’s will reign (at least the thoughtful ones) and the value is in the network.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Introduction to Bitcoin04:47 - Bitcoin Mining vs Oil and Gas Extraction12:33 - Bitcoin as Cryptocurrency and Store of Value17:48 - Supply and Demand Economic Principles19:08 - Understanding the Bitcoin Network24:50 - Factors Influencing Bitcoin's Value27:55 - Bitcoin Mining Landscape in the US30:13 - Renewable Energy and Bitcoin Mining34:48 - Charlie's Fake Yeezys Controversy36:49 - Insights from Bitcoin 2022 Conference39:41 - Register for Empower Program40:13 - Contact Matt for More Informationhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Collin McLelland joins Chuck to discuss the past present and future of the commodities trading markets with the best oil trading advisor on the planet, John Saucer. Things get really interesting when the talk turns to daily clearing of trades through block chain and potentially the Bitcoin network. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:34 - John Saucer, Mobius Risk Group07:00 - Forward Curves in Trading13:16 - Blockchain in Trading Process18:09 - Standardization in Commodities Trading19:08 - Blockchain's Impact on Trading21:35 - Blockchain's Role in Market Changes24:05 - Blockchain Innovations in Trading25:45 - Blockchain Transformations Explained27:34 - Bitcoin Futures Overview30:15 - Oil and Gas Futures Markets Explained34:50 - Bitcoin as a Commodity Asset36:18 - Understanding Bitcoin’s Value40:44 - Institutional Investment in Bitcoin42:57 - Texas: Bitcoin Mining Hub43:57 - Bitcoin Mining and Stranded Gas Solutions46:50 - Bitcoin Mining for Energy Efficiency49:48 - Bitcoin Mining Strategies for Gas55:55 - John’s Best Trading Stories1:00:32 - John’s Journey in Energy Markets1:00:50 - Steps to Become a Trader1:01:31 - Contacting John Saucer1:01:59 - Mobius Risk Group Business Modelhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

A missing piece of the story of this year’s Railroad Commissioner’s race is exactly how sharp and well informed Republican candidate Sarah Stogner is. So Chuck put her to the test with The Five Questions.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro02:11 - Sarah Stogner: Advocate and Activist07:12 - Sarah Stogner’s Background: Journey and Experience13:49 - The Beginning of the End: Key Events15:00 - The First Phone Call: Critical Communication18:24 - Railroad Commission’s Investigation: Oversight and Findings20:50 - Hydrogeologist’s Investigation: Environmental Impact23:58 - What is Resolution: Understanding the Process30:57 - Wayne Christian's Reelection: Political Landscape31:47 - Learn More About Sarah: Resources and Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and David Ramsden-Wood talk mental health. Both dudes went through some real lows during quarantine. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:04 - Mental Health Awareness09:48 - First Job Firing Experience17:40 - Overcoming Creative Funk19:05 - Anger in the Writing Process20:40 - Me Too Movement Discussion23:42 - Impact of Last Two Years on Mental Health25:20 - Media Industry Insights28:05 - Impact of COVID-19 on Google31:07 - Long-term Mental Health Effects of COVID-1932:53 - COVID-19's Impact on Future Generations35:34 - Moving Forward After COVID-1936:40 - Mental Health in Oil and Gas Industry40:20 - Role of External Capital in Oil and Gas42:10 - OPEC Targets and Demand Challenges48:20 - Actionable Steps for Improvement51:39 - Strategies for Moving Forward53:45 - Key Recommendations for Recovery54:33 - Advice for Dark Timeshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Two key people in Clayton Williams life - his CFO Mel Riggs and his widow Modesta - show Chuck around Claytie’s office which remains the same as the last day he was in it. Amazing stories about Clayton’s journey, the governor’s race, how he wooed Modesta and yes, Barbara Bush had a crush on him. Watch this one if you can, the video is priceless. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck visits Antina Ranch and expects to find an old oilfield and that ranch owner Ashley Watt and her lawyer Sarah Stogner were being overly dramatic about how Chevron is operating. Suffice it to say Ashley and Sarah aren’t crazy and Chuck does a simple experiment to prove it. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck chats the evolution of energy transition with Tudor Pickering Holt alum Deanna Zhang. From being on John Gibson’s team, oilfield digitization, carbon and to her own transition…from banker to blogger. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:48 - Growing up in Houston02:43 - Why Yale University05:23 - Artsy Nerd in Energy Investment Banking11:08 - College Job Offers13:37 - Joining Tudor, Pickering, Holt16:24 - Entering Energy Tech23:06 - John Gibson Insights27:28 - Writing on Energy Technology29:24 - First Year in Banking32:55 - Shift in Investor Sentiment34:42 - COVID-19 and Green Movement38:45 - Public vs Private Investor Sentiment46:55 - Speculation and Dot-Com Bubble48:30 - Net Zero by 2050 Feasibility50:00 - Energy Costs and Human Prosperity57:10 - Leaving TPH59:30 - E-Tech Monkey Overview01:01:05 - Funding Ecosystem Challenges01:05:45 - Company Capital Raising Struggles01:09:30 - Aligning Risk Profiles01:15:41 - Contacting Deannahttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and Will talk the past, present and future of energy private equity AND Will’s decision to run for the Texas State House of Representatives. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:34 - Parker & Parsley06:26 - Simmons & Co09:16 - Harvard Business School11:31 - Post-HBS Career Insights17:47 - Riverstone Energy Overview19:56 - Carlyle Group Analysis20:54 - Riverstone Investment Strategies26:37 - Lime Rock Partners Discussion31:40 - Leaving a Private Equity Firm33:20 - Market Conditions at Startup39:23 - Hard Assets and Service Business Growth40:50 - Hercules Offshore Case Study44:04 - Lime Rock's Last Cycle Mistakes51:51 - Current Market Sentiment Analysis56:10 - Industry Discipline and Returns59:04 - Energy Sector Attracting Capital1:02:55 - Rebuilding the Narrative1:12:20 - Jason’s Political Campaign1:19:25 - Running for Office Insights1:22:15 - Block Walking Strategies1:24:50 - Effective Campaigning Techniques1:28:50 - Educating Voters Importance1:32:45 - Charisma in Politics1:34:15 - Stranded Wells Discussion1:38:30 - Federal Energy Policy Overview1:41:50 - ERCOT and Renewable Energy1:45:15 - Energy Policy Implications1:47:10 - Bitcoin Mining in Energy Sector1:49:40 - Role of Energy Experts in Policy1:52:27 - Finding Will Franklinhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and long-time energy investor / executive (Exxon, Goldman, Simmons, TPH, Apache) Mark Meyer chat the history of energy investing and get drawn into a deep discussion of the importance of data and its analysis to the future of the energy business. Yeah, and of course, they start with sports analogies. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro01:42 - Covid Impact on Economy03:35 - Energy Recovery Strategies04:40 - Texas Freeze Consequences09:55 - IEA Net Zero by 2050 Goals11:05 - Capital Scarcity Explained11:32 - Public Companies Relevance12:45 - Wise Use of Cash Flowhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Twas the Night before Xmas in the EFT house...Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Introduction to the Video00:49 - Gracie's Overview02:21 - Twas the Night Before Christmas Readinghttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck, the bleeding heart Libertarian, chats politics with Democratic candidates Chase West and Larry Baggett. Wellsite Navigator is introducing the new technology you’ve been asking for: Lease Road Navigation. They’ve already mapped over 19,000 miles of oilfield lease roads that don’t appear anywhere else, and every week they are adding more! Try Wellsite Navigator for free and get a $10 Amazon Gift Card for every friend you refer! https://fbuy.io/wellsite/energycrueJoin the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:00 - Larry Baggett03:17 - Chase West05:17 - Energy Policy Discussion07:50 - Innovative Thinking Strategies11:36 - Energy Policy Review17:22 - Centrist Candidates in Primaries23:33 - Redistricting Impacts27:02 - Term Limits Debate37:04 - WellSite Navigator Overview38:30 - Collaborative Energy Solutions40:10 - Railroad Commission Accountability46:46 - Building Trust: Oil, Gas, and Environmentalists48:46 - Trust and Accountability in Energy51:34 - Solutions for Energy Challenges55:56 - Future Fixes for Energy Issues01:00:47 - Legalizing Marijuana Discussion01:05:45 - Political Reform Strategies01:07:21 - Finding Bridget01:09:23 - Support Dr. Brian Walkerhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Ever met a guy that played football with Odell Beckham and can wax poetically on Black Scholes and oh yeah has a petroleum engineering degree, Chuck has and you get to listen to his chat with that guy, Robert Smith of Donovan Capital. Wellsite Navigator is introducing the new technology you’ve been asking for: Lease Road Navigation. They’ve already mapped over 19,000 miles of oilfield lease roads that don’t appear anywhere else, and every week they are adding more! Try Wellsite Navigator for free and get a $10 Amazon Gift Card for every friend you refer! https://fbuy.io/wellsite/energycrue Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

This week you get a preview of our newest show Big Digital Energy Show with Collin McLelland and Chuck Yates. Catch the BDE Show every Tuesday live at 10:30 AM CST: https://www.digitalwildcatters.com/podcasts/the-bde-show/ Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck chats with Alaskan Kelly Tshibaka and her bid for the US Senate.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:06 - Critical Race Theory Overview04:24 - Reasons to Run for Senate10:58 - Donald Trump Discussion17:35 - Economic Abandonment Issues19:54 - 2021 Election Results Analysis21:14 - Kelly's First Actions After Swearing In25:10 - Understanding the Alaska Election Process28:22 - Supporting Kelly's Campaign29:54 - Life in Alaskahttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck talks shop with noted energy investor Brad Olsen. And asks the pertinent question: are you Mr. Skilling?Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:40 - Is Brad Olson Mr. Skilling?06:38 - New Jersey Kid at Rice University10:39 - Finding Roommates in College14:14 - Academic Excellence at Rice16:54 - Competing Against the Fab 520:24 - Job Opportunities After College24:10 - Experience at UBS31:43 - Brad’s First Energy Deal33:24 - Brad’s First Energy IPO36:02 - Starting a Career in Investing39:34 - MLPs and the Financial Crisis42:24 - Plains All American Overview44:10 - Lehman Brothers Bankruptcy Impact48:55 - Plains IPO Insights52:54 - Plains All American Split Explained58:00 - Value of Being the Least Experienced01:01:00 - Bubbles and Physical Economy01:05:50 - Resilient Economic Systems01:12:00 - Capital Withdrawal and Oil Prices01:14:20 - Occam's Razor and the Shale Bubble01:19:30 - Private Equity and the Shale Bubble01:23:55 - Discussions Between Environmentalists and Energy01:30:49 - Capitalism and Climate Change Solutions01:34:35 - Challenges of Rational Discussion01:38:30 - Building Trust in Business01:45:11 - Recurrent Energy Overview01:47:38 - Selling Energy Investing During COVID01:48:09 - Handling Rejection in Sales01:49:49 - Identifying Receptive Audiences01:53:08 - Selling Beta in Energy Markets01:57:24 - Emotions and Inflection Points02:00:35 - Imposter Syndrome in Entrepreneurship02:04:50 - Freedom of Trying New Ventures02:07:28 - The Final Storyhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats with notable energy futurist Mark Mills on the day of his book release. In The Cloud, Mark suggests that the 2020s will be the greatest decade we’ve ever had for economic development better than the Roaring 1920s because of developments in computing power, materials and and mechanical prowess.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:40 - Cloud Revolution Overview09:40 - Origin of Cloud Revolution Theory11:27 - Innovation Process Explained16:09 - Information Infrastructure Importance22:30 - Underutilized Information25:50 - Advancements in Computing Power28:15 - Exoskeleton Technology30:50 - Evolution of Computer Chips35:30 - Materials Extraction History36:10 - Role of Silicon in Technology39:26 - Information Revolution Impact41:07 - Materials Genome Concept47:57 - Machines in Modern Society48:26 - The Roaring 20s Era50:26 - Machines and Automation53:40 - Rise of Robotics01:00:10 - Government and Politics Influence01:02:35 - China vs. United States Dynamics01:05:30 - Government Power and Cloud Computing01:07:46 - Is This Time Different?01:13:34 - Freedom of Speech Issues01:14:38 - Outrohttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Want to know what’s up with all things OPEC? Chuck did…so he chatted with Queen Anne’s Gate Capital Management’s Kathleen Kelley who has spent the last decade advising the highest powers at OPEC. Spoiler alert: oil’s going to rip.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:50 - Kathleen Kelly’s Background03:40 - Understanding OPEC07:40 - OPEC's Spare Capacity Explained15:32 - Current Oil Market Dynamics19:30 - Implications of $80 Oil22:35 - Oil Market Predictions for the Next 5 Years26:00 - Energy Transition for Major Oil Companies28:50 - Risks to Oil Forecasts36:50 - Oil Market Forecast Overview40:10 - OPEC Intrigue and Strategies44:25 - Contacting Kathleen Kelley47:50 - Psychedelic Furshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck shares his wit and wisdom to the Lafayette Geological Society in a speech titled “The Red and the Black (but unfortunately we have the Green too)”. And of course, the idiot got a speeding ticket on his drove over that morning. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck premieres the brand new podcast from Digital Wildcatters - the Big Digital Energy Show - where he and Collin McLelland give the week in energy a new twist - takes, opinions and facts not heard elsewhere. For people who think morning notes suck and Jim Cramer doesn’t know shit. Special treat this week legendary energy investor Dan Pickering guest hosts. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck totally geeks out on his love for Houston stand up comedy - a deep dive into its history, the science of the joke, the lifestyle of a performer - with local comedians Andy Huggins, Rob Mungle, Brian Gendron and Jamie Rowan.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro02:55 - Houston Comedy Workshop, Laff Stop07:40 - Jamie Rowan's Comedy Journey, Rudyard's Importance15:56 - Jamie Kilstein Insights19:40 - What Makes Something Funny24:10 - Writing a Joke Techniques29:41 - Recognizing Humor32:25 - Morning DJs in Comedy37:17 - Steve Martin Influence38:20 - Writing vs Performing Comedy42:25 - F-bomb Usage in Comedy45:10 - Using the F-word Effectively49:10 - The Science of Audiences50:25 - Audience's Role in Comedy53:30 - Breaking the Ice, Broach Gala59:52 - Best Stand-Up Comedian Today1:02:52 - Favorite Stand-Up Comedian1:06:25 - Worst Week Ever in Comedy1:09:30 - Nicest Comedianshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck and his priest Patrick Miller, the rector of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Houston, talk life and plans for their upcoming retreat in November. Chuck and Patrick are hoping to create a deeper dive experience for retreat attendees - some laughing, maybe some tears, a lot of sharing and hopefully some tools and a new set of friends to deal with life.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro01:14 - What are we doing10:25 - How do you balance being a human being with being someone of influence17:48 - The power of "me too"21:34 - Managing unexpected responsibilities25:14 - Understanding generational trauma29:58 - Nature vs nurture debate32:05 - Managing yourself in complex situations39:35 - Alchemizing toxic experiences40:35 - Lessons we wish we knew younger42:45 - How to sign up for the retreathttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Chuck chats with Chris Transier, Managing Partner at Bandera Group, about buying minerals, dealing with private equity, and receiving a smash in a smash co. Oh yeah, and Chuck got a new car. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck deep dives COVID with the best doctor on the planet…his father, Dr. Charles Yates, Jr., a self proclaimed retired country doctor. Topics range from “why did it take six months to start talking about T-cells and B-cells” to “the vaccines work” to “natural immunity is the best defense” and oh yeah…”masks don’t work and neither does six feet spacing”. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck joins a panel discussion at the NAPE Business Conference about the current and future state of upstream private equity. And as is typical, Chuck’s a bit of a buzzkill. Moderated by Buddy Clark of Haynes & Boone, the other panelists include Greg Robbins of Grit Oil & Gas and Michael Freeman of Haynes & Boone. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck chats with Max Gagliardi about the business, energy transition and probably reveals too much of the inner secrets of private equity. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Chuck chats all things hydrogen with Carmine Battista, CEO of Damorphe. Where is the hydrogen market today? What are the challenges to adoption of hydrogen? What’s the Damorphe solution? Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io

Ashley Watt’s consultant Bill Burch walks us through an operational update on Chevron’s activities on the Antina Ranch. (This is a follow up to episode 34 where Ashley discussed the numerous well control issues Chevron is having on her ranch). This one gets pretty engineering intense so engineer extraordinaire Chris Bird joins me as co-host. Despite the engineering “porn”, everyone should should listen to this follow up episode as we discuss solutions, ramifications and implications on the ranch and the industry. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.io