COP30’s giving big “save the trees… after we bulldoze them” energy, and Kirk and Mark are all over it. They roast the idea of hosting a climate conference in the Amazon while clearing land for roads, hotels, and runways, right as private jets zip overhead and new drilling permits get stamped. It’s peak irony, wrapped in green branding. They unpack the politics, the money, the energy realities no one onstage wants to mention, and why these climate summits keep feeling more like PR tours than solutions. Sharp takes, spicy commentary, and a whole lot of uncomfortable truth about what “going green” really looks like when the cameras are rolling.
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California’s energy situation is getting messy, and the story behind it isn’t what most people think. Mark sits down with Mike Umbro, founder of Californians for Energy & Science, to break down how policy decisions, refinery shutdowns, and halted oil production are reshaping the state’s entire energy mix. They dig into why geothermal isn’t the quick fix it’s made out to be, how rising energy costs and job losses are hitting local communities, and the surprising environmental fallout from natural oil seeps along the coast. It’s a raw, honest look at what happens when politics and energy collide, straight from someone who’s been in the trenches.
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Bill Gates’ latest climate pivot is stirring things up, and the guys are all over it. Kirk, Chuck, and Mark break down why Gates is stepping away from the emissions-only mindset and putting people back at the center of the climate conversation, think healthcare, infrastructure, and everyday quality of life. From the ripple effects across the energy world to Big Tech’s growing influence, they don’t hold back. The crew also tackles U.S.-China trade tensions, Russian oil sanctions, and how AI could shake up the future of energy. It’s a sharp, funny, and surprisingly optimistic take on one of the biggest climate conversations happening right now.
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California’s energy mess is heating up, and Kirk and Mark aren’t holding back. They’re calling out what happens when regulators, like the California Coastal Commission, start flexing too hard, leaving companies like Sable Offshore tangled in lawsuits over something as basic as fixing old oil platforms near Santa Barbara. Between the fallout from the 2015 pipeline spill, shrinking refining capacity, and a growing dependence on imported crude, California’s energy future looks messy at best. The guys dig into whether regulation is protecting the environment or just strangling innovation and property rights. And because no episode’s complete without a few curveballs, they also weigh in on Phil Mickelson’s surprise energy takes, Venture Global’s LNG drama, and the weirdly booming-yet-bloated Permian gas market. It’s sharp, fiery, and full of big-picture takes on how policy, money, and power collide in the energy world.
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Oil at $500? Yeah, not happening, at least not anytime soon. Kirk, Chuck, and Mark unpack the hype around that wild prediction and explain what’s actually driving oil markets right now. Between OPEC’s chess moves, shifting U.S. production, and global demand swings, there’s plenty to keep traders guessing. They also get into the ripple effects of renewables, how countries are juggling sustainability with economic reality, and a few curveballs, like the MEG Energy deal, that have everyone talking. It’s a smart, unfiltered look at where the energy world’s really headed.
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Real-time frac data isn’t some future concept, it’s here, and it’s changing the way completions get done. Chuck Yates sat down with folks from ProFrac and Seismos to break down how AI, automation, and acoustic sensing are turning traditional fracking on its head. Matt Wilks and Panos Adamopoulos talk about ProPilot 2.0 and how closed-loop fracturing is giving operators instant feedback to fine-tune every stage. Then Larry Carroll and Steven Bourgoyne take it further, showing how machine learning and data-driven workflows are pushing completions toward adaptive, even autonomous, operations. From cutting costs to squeezing every drop of performance, this one’s a look at how the oilfield is starting to feel a lot more like sci-fi.
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Trump’s Climate Week speech was anything but subtle, and the Big Digital Energy crew had plenty to say about it. Kirk, Chuck, and Mark break down his unapologetic shots at global green agendas, the messy reality of rushing energy transitions, and what it all means for regular people facing rising energy costs. They don’t shy away from calling out China and India’s emissions role, questioning high-profile renewable failures like the Mojave solar plant, and unpacking the politics of energy independence. It’s a mix of sharp analysis, fiery takes, and plenty of laughs, the kind of conversation where climate policy, energy security, and everyday impact all collide in classic Big Digital Energy fashion.
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Musk is once again moving faster than the rulebook can keep up. The guys dig into his latest play, Colossus AI data centers, and how he’s flipping old infrastructure into giga-scale operations at a pace that makes regulators look like they’re standing still. From Tennessee to Mississippi, it’s a masterclass in sidestepping red tape while pushing the future of energy and tech forward. Kirk, Chuck, and Mark break it all down with sharp takes on what this means for digital infrastructure, the energy transition, and the frustrating grind of government oversight, all with the usual mix of big-picture insight and no-BS commentary.
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The shooting of Charlie Kirk has shaken the political and cultural world, raising hard questions about free speech, safety, and what it means to debate ideas in a time this divided. We talk about Kirk’s legacy, whether you agreed with him or not, as someone who pushed for open dialogue and challenged people to treat opponents as humans instead of enemies. From the ripple effects across podcasting and media, to the impact on energy policy, academic freedom, and how we argue about politics, this conversation digs into what feels like a turning point for free expression in America.
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Norway’s energy playbook has basically turned the country into Europe’s oversized extension cord, but the trade-offs are starting to sting at home. Kirk, Chuck, and Mark get into how Norway’s hydro power and subsea cables made it a powerhouse exporter while leaving its own citizens facing higher electricity bills. They call out how exports are essentially propping up bad energy bets from countries like Germany and the UK, then draw some sharp parallels back to U.S. policy, think EQT’s LNG push and the roadblocks baked into regulation. Along the way, they touch on offshore wind, sustainable aviation fuel, and the bigger picture of global energy dynamics, raising the question: how do you balance smart economics with keeping the lights on at home?
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Forget the old way of running frac jobs, this one’s all about what happens when real-time data meets smart analytics. NOV is pulling in live completions data and turning it into clear visuals, while Well Data Labs layers on AI-powered insights that let operators tweak things like friction reducers on the fly. Chuck sat down with Eric Zenero from Well Data Labs and Kayla Scherer from NOV to talk through how this partnership is reshaping fracking, making it faster, smarter, and more efficient. From cutting through messy frac job data to getting real ROI out of predictive analytics, this conversation shows why good data isn’t just useful in oil and gas, it’s the whole game.
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Exxon’s latest play in Trinidad and Tobago is a big one, 2,700 square miles of offshore exploration rights that could reshape energy in the Western Hemisphere. Chuck and Mark break it all down: why this territory matters, how seismic programs are setting the stage for massive discoveries, and what it could mean geopolitically as deepwater exploration heats up. Along the way, they get into industry trends, SPACs, policy shake-ups, and even share some personal stories that keep the conversation grounded. It’s a mix of big-picture strategy and boots-on-the-ground perspective on why projects like this matter for the future of energy.
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Orsted’s massive $9.5 billion rights offering has the wind power world buzzing and not in the way they’d like. Chuck and Mark unpack how the company got here, from ballooning costs and tangled supply chains to rising interest rates that make financing a nightmare. They look at why the Danish government is stepping in with a taxpayer-backed bailout, what it means for big-ticket projects like Sunrise Wind off Long Island, and how turbine lifespan concerns add another layer of risk. It’s a no-fluff look at the collision of green energy ambitions with political, financial, and regulatory reality and why this moment could reshape the future of wind power.
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BP just hit what might be their biggest oil discovery in a decade, and it’s turning heads. We’re talking about a massive hydrocarbon column in Brazil’s Santos Basin, promising structure, but also some tricky CO2 and infrastructure questions that could slow things down. We unpack what this means for BP’s game plan going forward, especially as they try to thread the needle between growth and transition. And if you're into energy market shakeups, this one’s worth your radar. Plus, a little teaser: we’re hosting a live session Monday to talk through all the hot headlines and answer your questions in real time.
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Dead whales, wind farms, and Nantucket drama, what's really happening off the South Shore? From plummeting property values to environmental consequences like fiberglass debris and whale deaths, we break down the chaos surrounding the controversial wind farms. Dive into the heated debates between local residents, the Nantucket select board, and Vineyard Wind, the company behind this turbulent project. Is this clean energy venture worth the cost, or is it a colossal mistake? Tune in for a no-holds-barred discussion on energy policy, environmental impact, and the unintended consequences of industrializing pristine marine environments. Don’t miss this wild ride through politics, property, and power!
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California’s losing refineries, the East Coast grid is running tight, and everyone’s asking, can distributed power actually save the day? In this episode, I break down what’s shaking up the U.S. energy scene, from gasoline price shocks and a shrinking shale rig count to the strain on PJM’s capacity market. We also take a look at how China’s massive hydro play fits into the global picture, and where companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil are betting on automation. If you care about grid resilience, oilfield shifts, or the future of local energy generation, this one packs it all in.
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Everyone’s talking about AI like it’s all GPUs and algorithms, but the real story? It’s energy. In this video, we break down how the U.S. is quietly turning its energy dominance into an AI advantage. We’re talking big moves from Pennsylvania to Texas, natural gas, nuclear, and renewables coming together to fuel the AI arms race. We get into the details on the Homer City Giga Campus, why EQT and ExxonMobil are making strategic bets on shale, and how forgotten gas like Waha could be the secret weapon for powering tomorrow’s data centers. This is about more than tech, it’s a full-blown national strategy. If AI is the new Manhattan Project, America’s energy muscle might just be its most powerful asset.
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The Texas floods hit hard, and this episode gets real about what that looked like on the ground. We talk about the heartbreaking moments, the lives forever changed, and the absolute guts shown by folks who stepped up when it mattered most, like camp counselors risking it all to save kids. It’s a raw and personal look at what those camps along the Guadalupe mean to so many of us, and how this community showed up with grit and grace in the face of tragedy.
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The Big Beautiful Energy Bill just passed and let’s just say it’s not all sunshine and wind turbines. We’re unpacking what’s really going on here: why some renewables are suddenly less loved, how oil and gas somehow walked away smiling, and what Alaska had to do with any of it. There’s tax talk (don’t worry, we make it make sense), political chess moves, and a look at what this means for companies like Chevron and Exxon. Oh, and we didn’t forget about nuclear (especially the bite-sized kind) or how AI is creeping into your energy grid. If you’ve got questions about the future of natural gas, energy markets, or what this bill means for your lights staying on—this one’s for you.
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The Israel-Iran conflict is shaking up the global energy landscape, and the effects are being felt from crude oil prices to gas supplies. Tensions are rising, with everything from potential strikes on nuclear sites to the threat of oilfield infrastructure being caught in the crossfire. We’re talking about the risks to key spots like the Strait of Hormuz, how OPEC is reacting to the situation, and how American shale production could play a big part in keeping things stable. It's a high-stakes game where energy security is on the line, and we’re looking at what could happen if things escalate, whether through direct retaliation or proxy moves. We’ve got you covered on how this all could shake out and what it means for the future of energy markets.
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