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Veteran landman David Dachner shares his remarkable career journey, from having $1,000 to his name to building a multi-million-dollar oil and gas portfolio in the Austin Chalk. This candid conversation reveals how integrity, relationship-building, and strategic persistence transformed both his professional success and personal mission to give back through philanthropy in Honduras and personal development programs.

What You’ll Learn

How to build lasting success through integrity and authentic relationships with landowners
Strategic approaches to surviving oil industry downturns and market cycles
The power of specializing in one geological formation for long-term profitability
How personal transformation can enhance rather than compromise professional success
Practical wisdom for balancing career ambition with meaningful impact

Time Stamps

00:49 Episode & Guest Intro
02:45 David's Early Life and Career Beginnings
07:02 Navigating the Oil Industry in the 80s
09:36 Challenges and Successes in Amarillo
19:53 The Importance of Integrity and Relationships
27:56 The Fast-Paced Culture of America
28:45 Building Trust and Rapport as a Landman
31:24 The Importance of Giving Back
33:04 Discovery Programs and Personal Transformation
36:36 The Abundant Life Foundation in Honduras
41:38 Balancing Career and Philanthropy
45:04 A Life-Changing Epiphany
49:25 The Journey of Personal and Professional Growth
52:52 Creating a Culture of Integrity and Purpose
56:49 Episode Outro

Snippets from the Episode

"I always believed in the quality of life, not the quantity of life. I feel number one is I think we are, first of all, a giving industry."— David Dachner
"I went through this program, and one night they said, 'I want you to write 10 pages on what your life is going to be like if you don't get what you want.' I woke up at five o'clock in the morning, and I had a spiritual epiphany where I encountered what I believed to be the Christ in my room. It changed my heart, and I gave my life to him that day."— David Dachner
"Find the purpose in what you're doing. Find the why. Why are you doing it? You know how to do it and what you're doing, but why are you doing it?"— David Dachner

Key Takeaways

Austin Chalk Specialization Strategy
Integrity-Based Relationship Building
Surviving Industry Downturns Through Persistence
Balancing Professional Success with Personal Mission
The Roy Landowner Generosity Story
Personal Transformation at Age 41
Creating Culture Through Purpose-Driven Leadership

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Texas Tech Energy Commerce faculty Kellie Estes and Jeremy Martin join us for an in-depth look at how one of the industry's premier energy education programs prepares students for careers spanning oil & gas, renewables, and commercial energy markets. From their rigorous capstone projects to alumni networks that span decades, discover what makes Tech graduates stand out and how the program has evolved to meet today's diverse energy landscape.

What You’ll Learn

How Texas Tech's Energy Commerce program has evolved beyond traditional landman training to cover the full energy spectrum
The admission requirements and curriculum structure that makes Energy Commerce one of the most challenging business majors
Why work ethic and communication skills trump perfect grades in building successful energy careers
How capstone projects simulate real-world deal-making from asset acquisition through production
The role of alumni networks and industry partnerships in student success and program development

Time Stamps

00:41 - Episode & Guest Intro
02:04 - Kelly's Journey with Energy Commerce
04:30 - Jeremy's Return to Lubbock
08:19 - Energy Commerce Program Overview
13:20 - Team Building and Capstone Projects
19:28 - Alumni Involvement and Industry Relevance
23:50 - Evolving Curriculum and Industry Shifts
26:18 - Characteristics of Successful Students
28:12 - Changes in the Program Over the Years
30:02 - Preparing Students for Renewable Energy
31:53 - Internship Opportunities and Expectations
35:07 - Balancing Traditional and Modern Education
38:38 - Maintaining High Standards and Enrollment
42:27 - Embracing AI and Technological Advancements
51:19 - Conclusion and Contact Information

Snippets from the Episode

"We give them a 12 to 18 month head start, and after that it's up to them to keep learning, to keep progressing, but we give them that foundation."— Kellie Estes
"Work ethic is always the top for me. We've had many students come through here that have been C students and gone on to have a great career because they think outside the box."— Jeremy Martin
"There's so many different opportunities in this industry. There's a place for everyone."— Kellie Estes
"AI is only as good as the person being able to use it or disseminate the information."— Jeremy Martin
"Land work is land work. You gotta have it, whether it's oil and gas, a solar farm, a wind farm, whatever. The basics that we teach them, that's going to translate over into either side of it."— Jeremy Martin

Key Takeaways

Program Structure and Standards Matter
Alumni Networks Drive Industry Success
Real-World Experience Beats Perfect Grades
Communication Skills Are Non-Negotiable
Energy Diversity Creates More Career Paths
Work Ethic Trumps Natural Talent
Industry Evolution Requires Curriculum Adaptation

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Kellie Estes - Director, Center for Energy Commerce, Texas Tech University

Website:⁠ https://www.ttu.edu/⁠
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Jeremy Martin - Assistant Professor of Practice, Energy Commerce & Business Economics

Website: ⁠https://www.ttu.edu/⁠
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Summary

Texas moves closer to primacy for carbon capture and sequestration projects as legal frameworks evolve and landmen navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Our expert guests break down the latest developments in CCS permitting, pore space ownership, and the practical challenges of putting these massive projects together in today's market.

What You’ll Learn

Current status of Texas primacy for CCS well permitting and expected timeline
How pore space ownership varies between Texas and Louisiana
Why large contiguous properties remain essential for CCS project success
The role of unitization and integration in future CCS development
Pipeline challenges that could make or break project economics
Legal considerations around plume migration and potential tort issues

Time Stamps

01:00 - Episode & Guest Introductions
03:00 - Primacy in Texas
06:00 - Primacy in Other States
13:00 - Challenges and Considerations in Louisiana
17:00 - CCS in West Virginia and Other States
21:00 - Ownership & Legal Issues in Texas
31:00 - Understanding Carbon Capture Injection Projects
33:00 - Challenges in Securing Agreements for Carbon Capture
34:00 - Cost and Timeline of Carbon Capture Projects
35:00 - Legal Considerations in Carbon Capture
39:00 - Unitization and Integration in Carbon Capture
47:00 - Pipeline Challenges in Carbon Capture

Snippets from the Episode

"The state agency that's been responsible for administering the rules for oil and gas development and has this huge store of knowledge is now going to administer the rules for carbon capture, which is something of an inverse process to oil and gas development."— Jerry Walrath
"One of the biggest things that I find day to day that is consuming my time is you have a lack of regulation, and you have a lot of first-of-kind commercial arrangements because you're joining groups together that have not been joined before into what looks kind of like a traditional oil and gas transaction."— KC McAdam
"In Louisiana, you're gonna flip that on its head - the surface owner owns the pore space, but there may be oil and gas activity, you're gonna want to make sure that you're covering yourself from the other angle."— KC McAdam

Key Takeaways

Texas Primacy Progress - MOA Signed, But Timeline Uncertain
Pore Space Ownership Varies Significantly by State
Large Contiguous Properties Remain Essential for Early Projects
Unitization Rules Needed for Future CCS Development
Pipeline Economics Can Make or Break Project Viability
Legal Frameworks Still Evolving Around Plume Migration
First-of-Kind Commercial Arrangements Create New Challenges

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Jerry Walrath - Partner, KMW Energy Law

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KC McAdam - CCS Legal and Commercial Specialist

Specializes in hard-to-abate industries and CCS project development
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Ready to navigate the evolving CCS landscape? Whether you're working on carbon capture projects or need expertise across traditional and renewable energy development, Dudley Land Company brings 45+ years of energy expertise to every project. From pore space agreements to pipeline corridors, we're your complete energy partner with integrated solutions that keep projects on time and on budget.

Visit us at dudleylandcompany.com or connect with our team to discuss how our experience in both oil and gas and emerging energy sectors can support your next project.

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We talk team growth, recruitment struggles, and the trends shaping the next wave of energy projects. From promotions and new hires to the ongoing challenge of finding top talent, the conversation sheds light on what’s happening behind the scenes. With humor and real-world insights, Brent, Brandon, and Steve share how they’re adapting to a busy, ever-changing market.

Time Stamps

01:00 - Episode Intro
03:30 - Company Announcements and Promotions
06:45 - New Hires and Team Updates
10:17 - Conferences Golf Tournaments
16:22 - Industry Activity and Market Trends
20:57- Renewable Energy Outlook
21:24 - Data Centers and Energy Integration
23:51 - Challenges in Staffing and Recruitment
33:31 - Regional Differences in Landman Sourcing
41:25 - Summer Plans and Future Outlook

Snippets from the Episode

"All of a sudden, you’re seeing a shift from ‘oil and gas is bad and green is good’ to ‘now we need oil and gas.’ Data centers might be the bridge that brings everyone together." -Steve
"If you’re starting to look for landmen when you need to staff a job, you’re already too late. You have to be aggressive and proactive to keep good people on your projects." -Brent
“We’re definitely seeing a little uptick in new energy projects like hydrogen, lithium, and geothermal, which is a great opportunity for landmen to adapt and grow.” -Brandon

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How do you scale teams, develop leaders, and stay ahead of AI changes? From staffing shortages in division order roles to implementing quarterly "rocks" for execution, this behind-the-scenes look covers the real challenges of running land projects in today's market.

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00:51 - Episode Intro
01:31 - New Projects and Kickoff Calls
03:10 - Due Diligence and Planning
08:45 - In-House Services and Staffing Challenges
16:06 - Leadership Transition & Development
19:42 - Effective Delegation and Team Building
21:40 - Implementing Company-Wide Initiatives
22:40 - Team Growth and Community Involvement
23:36 - Implementing Lean Principles
26:02 - Scaling Up with Rocks
32:12 - AI in Title Examination
37:48 - Kudu Land System

Snippets from the Episode

The real power is gonna come when you can take an AI and have it retrieve and combine information from your brokerage land system with your in-house system and your well files and lease analysis, and all those things. When it can marry all that seamlessly, that's when you're gonna really see the power, and when you can prompt it accordingly. -Brent
Team building is not about the trust falls; it's about understanding what your strengths and weaknesses are, being able to read what other people's strengths and weaknesses are, and how to communicate with those people. How do you take ownership as a project manager to ensure that every time you fire up something new, it's not a new experience, right? It's just a new scenario, and you're applying those tactics. -Brent
How do you elevate your team? Sometimes, elevating your team is delegating and letting go of some of the things that you're doing that you're not doing as well as you should be. -Brent

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TLD 045 - Inside Kudu: The Land Management Suite
TLD 042 - Enverus and AI with Colin Westmoreland
TLD 023 - AI for Landmen with Jerris Johnson
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From being a VP of Land at 26, to teaching high school English, to leading a national energy association — Nancy McCaskell’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, she shares powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and how to inspire the next generation.

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00:52 - Episode & Guest Intro
03:39 - Nancy's Career Beginnings
07:09 - VP of Land at 26
11:59 - Transition to Teaching
13:09 - Leadership and Mentorship
22:35 - The Importance of Trust and Authenticity
26:44 - Challenges and Growth
28:59 - Building Relationships and Delegation
31:02 - The Importance of Honest Feedback
33:59 - Philanthropy and Community Involvement
37:57 - Leadership and Career Development
40:17 - The Role of AAPL in Supporting Landmen
46:30 - Governmental Affairs and Lobbying Efforts
50:42 - Adapting to the Evolving Energy Sector
54:05 - The Importance of Education and Networking
57:50 - Reflections on a Year as AAPL President
59:31 - Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Snippets from the Episode

“ Energy is a rollercoaster business, and we have to make certain that people understand that. But it's a good business, it goes from the practical to things that no one thinks about every day, like national security and energy, and where's that gonna go, and what part do you play.” -Nancy McCaskell
”Living it every day. It is the same practices and principles. The terminology changes a little bit, but land work is land work. We live it. Land work is land work.” -Patrick Durman
“ There's so much to it, and it's ever evolving. We're always gonna need energy. There's, there's, there's no denying that. We gotta have more electric utilities. We've gotta have more pipeline.” -Brent Broussard
”Somebody had to buy those right-of-ways, and that's us. Somebody had to be able to go out and get permission to do that, and that's us. We're landmen, we do that. We don't drill the wells, but we make it possible. That makes me proud of what we do.” -Nancy McCaskell

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How do successful leaders balance work and personal life while building incredible teams? Join Brent Broussard and Zack Oliva as they share their experiences and lessons on energy leadership.

Time Stamps

00:41 - Episode & Guest Intro
03:41 - Elevating Leadership Through Perspective
10:18 - Importance of Feedback and Communication
19:06 - Balancing Work and Personal Life
24:29 - Encouraging Work-Life Balance in the Team
25:47 - Priorities and Focus
27:11 - Building Systems for Idea Management
29:05 - Challenges in Execution
36:21 - Team Structures and Leadership Development
38:19 - Creating a Culture of Appreciation
42:03 - Effective Communication and Team Dynamics
44:47 - Traits of Successful Team Players
50:24 - Client Relationships and Success
56:38 - Leadership and Personal Growth
01:02:08 - Zack Oliva's Contact Details

Snippets from the Episode

"I find with people issues, and leadership issues, and sometimes strategic issues, it's better to just take a step back for a little bit and try and get that altitude." -Zack
"I think of weekends as my reward for a week, a week I worked hard at. I think of it as a precondition for me to be able to show up on Monday and perform with a team." -Zack
"The worst thing you can do is look down upon someone you're asking to work for you." -Brent
" You're only as good as the people you work with." -Brent

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Discover how Kudu is transforming land management! Learn how this revolutionary suite is streamlining processes, improving accuracy, and saving time and money. Tune in!

Time Stamps

02:00 - Episode & Guest Intro
02:46 - Historical Land Management Practices
04:25 - Transition to Digital Databases
05:24 - Advantages of Using Databases
07:17 - Kudu Suite 101
15:26 - Generating Reports with Kudu
17:40 - Client Access and Project Setup
19:59 - Understanding Working Interest with Kudu
22:26 - Client Success Stories
26:51 - Upcoming Features and Contact Information
28:56 - Episode Outro

Snippets from the Episode

“ When I first started, everything pretty much was on paper. Now, with Kudu, it's an expansive, web-based system, so it's gonna be a lot easier for our contractors to utilize it, for our clients to jump in and access it. So, we're excited about it. It’s growing every day.” -Brandon Dodds
Kudu is very capable of helping micromanage leasing and acquisition projects, and you can get a very good sense of what's happening because all the activity that we do is built into the system.” -Brandon Dodds

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Dive into an inspiring conversation with industry powerhouse Abigail Hopper as she shares her journey of leadership, authenticity, and tackling legislative challenges. Discover how her candid approach is shaping the future of renewable energy.

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01:12 - Episode & Guest Intro
03:13 - Legislation Impacting the Renewable Energy Sector
13:24 - The Power of Vulnerability and Authentic Leadership
18:59 - Challenges in Being Vulnerable on LinkedIn
27:30 - Navigating Hardships and Personal Growth
29:51 - Upcoming Events and Industry Insights
32:41 - Empowering Women in the Industry

Snippets from the Episode

“It's so clear that solar and storage are making such a huge impact on the Texas economy. But in some ways, perhaps that's our challenge, that it's so clear that solar and storage are making such an impact on the Texas economy, that there are a lot of folks who would like to stop us in our tracks.” -Abigail Hopper
”I think that when we're able to let people truly see us, you get more of a buy-in from them, and that's where I see clients that become friends and people that I see at the conferences who I'm genuinely excited to see.” -Natalie Johns
When things aren't working, you can acknowledge it and say, “You know what? We haven't figured out this communication pathway. This message is not landing. This lobbying effort doesn't seem to be taking off. Let's reevaluate it.” Like, there is a freedom that comes from just being able to say the hard thing and acknowledge difficult situations.” -Abigail Hopper

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Dive into the world of geothermal with Brent Broussard and industry expert Jason Peart. From traditional systems to next-gen innovations, explore how geothermal could revolutionize our energy solutions.

Time Stamps

00:55 Episode & Guest Intro
02:49 Understanding Geothermal Technology
03:38 Next-Gen Geothermal Innovations
10:24 Scaling and Economic Viability
14:03 Regulatory and Market Considerations
26:31 Challenges in Adapting Oil & Gas Wells for Geothermal
28:15 Sage's Test Well and Casing Size Considerations
35:15 Ownership and Regulatory Aspects of Geothermal Energy
46:24 Future of Geothermal: Storage vs. Direct Power Generation

Snippets from the Episode

“Some of these oil and gas companies are starting to invest in the geothermal space through new entrants like Sage, and others as well, because it's a clear parallel to the work they're doing.” -Jason Peart
”We know the heat is underground wherever you go. We know with modern drilling technologies, we can drill to most of these depths, and we know we can create our own reservoirs to access this heat.” -Jason Peart

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Join Brent Broussard and Colin Westmoreland as they delve into the journey of Enverus in shaping the future of land data, innovative mapping techniques, and how technology like generative AI is revolutionizing the energy sector. Tune in to find out how to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of energy tech!

Time Stamps

01:10 - Episode & Guest Intro
04:37 - The Genesis of Drilling Info and Enverus
06:45 - Innovations in Land Data and Mapping
09:28 - Scaling and Differentiating in a Competitive Market
21:32 - Current State and Future of Enverus
27:13 - Expansion into Renewables
28:52- Underutilized Features of Prism
31:29 - Challenges in Digital Transformation
33:46 - Generative AI and Its Impact
39:48 - Innovations in Land Data Management
44:39 - Future of AI in Business
54:10 - Episode Outro

Snippets from the Episode

We have to continue to innovate. We build things, we sell things, but we have to identify and make sure we're looking at what the problems are going to be tomorrow. And are we solving for those problems tomorrow? -Colin Westmoreland
If you don't evolve and you don't get in front, you won't scale. -Colin Westmoreland
Everybody has to understand that generative Ai isn't going out and solving problems that we couldn't solve. It's just reducing that time to value gap, right? -Colin Westmoreland
If you're going to be in this business, you better be a survivor and you better adapt. That's kind of the story of a landman. -Brent Broussard

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Dr. Michelle Foss breaks down the intricate web of energy transition, what it means for the future of resources, and the role of the U.S. in the global mining landscape. Don't miss this deep dive into a critical topic!

Time Stamps

00:58 - Episode & Guest Intro
02:32 - Dr. Foss' Background and Career Journey
08:32 - Historical Context of Energy and Mining
14:19 - Challenges in Modern Energy Projects
17:09 - Global Supply Chains and Material Dependencies
21:47 - Realities of Energy Transition Costs
25:20 - Voter Sentiments and Policy Implications
27:14 - Commercial Viability of Energy Projects
29:34 - Future of Energy and Land Management
33:31 - Technological Innovations and Industry Improvements
34:01 - Applying Technology to Alternative Energy
35:01 - Nanotube Fibers and Wind Turbines
36:33 - Challenges in Electric Power Grids
37:58 - Global Supply Chains and China's Role
41:41 - Mining and Mineral Production in the U.S.
48:32 - Future of U.S. Mining Projects
59:08 - Episode Outro

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Snippets from the Episode

"The whole idea that you could do this and the energy transition would be cheap was probably bad advertising because it's not, it's expensive. -Dr. Michelle Foss
“We've been saying for years the wind and solar businesses need to grow up for crying out loud.” -Dr. Michelle Foss
”Renewable, I hate that word because nothing is renewable.” -Dr. Michelle Foss
”What a lot of people have come to realize is that that magical phrase, energy transition, you don't get that unless you have a materials transition.” -Dr. Michelle Foss

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Discover how to streamline your financial operations as an independent landman with practical tips from CPA Josh Mullins. From establishing the right business entity to the best practices in bookkeeping, this episode is packed with invaluable advice!

Time Stamps

00:48 - Episode & Guest Intro
01:57 -Understanding Contractor vs. Employee
08:17 -Navigating Business Entities for Landmen
13:59 - Tax Benefits and Payroll Considerations
18:22 - Practical Business Expense Management
25:14 - Bookkeeping Best Practices
27:59 - Understanding Business Expenses
29:29 - The Importance of Good Accounting
31:12 - Navigating Tax Obligations
36:46 - Building a Strong Advisory Team
40:33 -Managing Money and Building Networks
50:01 - Episode Outro

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"Keep your expenses and your income separate for business purposes. Open you up a business bank account and your revenue gets deposited into that bank account." -Josh Mullins
"If you're going to do this work as an independent contractor for years to come, get it set up right from the beginning.' - Brent Broussard
- "As an independent, you're a business owner. Everyone who steps into that role has to understand they're assuming a whole new level of responsibility when it comes to their financial management because there's not anybody doing it for you anymore." -Josh MullinsResources
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Ever wondered what Hollywood gets right and wrong about landmen? In this special episode, we share the “Landman Now: Landman TV Series Companion Podcast” where Chad Smith, Jodi Gallegos, Robert Rice, and our very own Brent Broussard sit down to review the episode 8 of the Landman series on Paramount Plus. Don't miss these insider critiques and stories!

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00:00 - Episode Intro
01:02 - Guests Intro
02:44 - Discussing Episode 8: Rebecca vs. Cooper
05:34 - Legal Realities vs. Hollywood Dramatization
06:39 - Negotiation Tactics in the Land Profession
19:17 - The Stress of Being a Landman
23:28 - Crazy Landman Stories
31:41 - Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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"Most of the attorneys I've met on gas are real good people. So I don't want that misconception getting too far out there." -Chad Smith
"It's a tough industry to be in, because when it's good, it's great. When it's bad, it's bad." - Robert Rice
"I always tell a lot of our landmen and people we work with, when you're involved in something, what you say and what you do can always come back. But until you're involved in that, you don't really know." - Brent Broussard
"It's been eye-opening and educational to hear how it really happens." - Jodi Gallegos

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Gain insights on the evolving landscape of energy mergers from seasoned experts at Bracewell. Discover the dynamics of investor trust, capital stewardship, and the future outlook in this must-listen episode.

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01:12 - Episode Intro
02:14 - Market Trends and Investment Shifts
08:26 - Investor Trust and Capital Stewardship
08:55 - Family Offices and Private Equity Dynamics
09:41 - Role of Public Companies and Global Demand Dynamics
10:55 - Bracewell's Energy Transactions and Clientele
13:00 - Midstream Mergers and Contractual Challenges
18:44 - Post-Merger Asset Management and Future Outlook
37:46 - Back to the Drawing Board: Reevaluating PSAs and Exhibits
38:37 - Understanding the PSA: Key Elements and Common Pitfalls
42:36 - The Importance of Early Involvement in Due Diligence
46:21 - Navigating Land Due Diligence: Best Practices and Strategies
52:09 - Water Rights and Contracts: Key Considerations
59:30 - Episode Outro

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"A lot of these transactions where a company is going out and acquiring either, whether they're profit equity backed or they're merging merger of equals, a lot of what we see from the midstream perspective on those types of mergers is a checkerboard pattern of crossed over dedications and midstream capacity." -John Stavinoha
"As these companies consolidate and get bigger, they're seeking out efficiencies and cost savings and they're also going through a reprioritization of their inventory stack. And so, some of that's taking a little bit longer. There's a lot that goes into a lot of these large scale mergers." -Austin Lee
"One of the things that we could hopefully see down the line is, know, gas assets, hopefully coming back into the picture." -Austin Lee
"The more proactive a client can be with reaching out to their support teams, whether it be on the legal side or on the land side, the better." -Brent Broussard

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It's time for another cocktail hour! As the summer season wraps up, Dudley Land executives Brent, Brandon, and Steve talk about new hires, workforce challenges, core values, and current industry trends and forecasts.

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00:00 - Harry Caray in the House!
03:36 - Summer Catch Up with Brent, Brandon & Steve
09:13 - Workforce Updates & Challenges
20:36 - Upholding Dudley Land Company's Core Values
28:00 - Summer Updates & Forecast
37:45 - The Value Dudley Can Bring to a Renewable Energy Project
41:13 - College Football Predictions

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"It's always like you're on the edge of that cliff and about to fall off, you know, it's constant in this business, I mean, we've been doing it for 20 years, Dudley Land's been doing it for over 40, but you're all, I mean, it never changes every, every day you walk in the office. What's going to happen today? You have no clue if you're going to be able to stay on that cliff or not." - Brandon Ward
"You want to make sure your project managers have the bandwidth to do the job the right way and give the projects the attention they need. But you don't want to have so many project managers that you've got guys sitting there needing something to do." - Brent Broussard
"You got to know what you know and know what you don't know." - Brandon Ward
"If you're not messing up, you're not working hard enough. That's just all there is to it." - Brent Broussard
"You need a partner who's going to be able to handle the boots on the ground. It doesn't work with some person sitting in New York City, trying to contact a landowner in Tennessee. So I'm hoping that that shift is going to continue in our direction of us being a viable partner for these groups and not just a staffing company." - Steve Carr

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As the energy industry continues to grow and diversify in the 21st century, the need to develop the next generation of energy professionals is more important than ever.

Mike McConnell, Director of the Energy Management Program at the University of Oklahoma's Price College of Business, joins the show to discuss the importance of education in shaping the future of the energy business, creating energy leaders, and some lessons he learned from his time as a landman.

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00:00 - Episode Intro
01:12 - Intro to Mike McConnell
01:55 - Mike McConell's Career Journey
13:23 - Mike's Work as Director of the Energy Management Program at OU
24:19 - The Value of the Energy Management Program
27:14 - Mike's Experience as a Landman & How It Shaped His Career
35:56 - Creating Energy Leaders
42:27 - Mike's Insider Perspective About Enron
49:13 - What Mike Learned From His Enron Experience
53:43 - Developing Future Energy Professionals
57:49 - Mike's Intro Class
01:03:55 - Direction of the Energy Management Program
01:06:50 - The Next Generation of Landmen

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"When you work for 13 years and it's all about equity and your equity goes to zero, you've got to do something else." - Mike McConnell
"It's okay to lose all your money once, but to do it twice is just really bad, especially at 58." - Mike McConnell

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Is your back office holding your business back? Failing to establish a solid back office foundation is a common mistake that companies make. In this episode, Mike Gibson of Associated Resources joins us to discuss organizing data, common back office issues, and why it's critical to streamline your systems and processes before it's too late.

Show Notes

00:20 - The Hair Talk
01:13 - Intro to Mike Gibson
01:39 - Defining the Back Office
03:41 - Common Back Office Struggles
05:03 - Dealing with Unorganized Data
07:34 - Why Is It Important to Have Your Data Organized?
09:30 - How to Start Organizing Your Back Office
10:55 - What Makes a Good System?
12:15 - Challenges in Getting Your Personnel Organized
14:34 - The Advantages of Outsourcing Your Personnel
16:51 - Why You Should Streamline Your Back Office
21:13 - How ARI Can Help Your Business
22:49 - The Benefits of Working with ARI
24:57 - Who Are the Right Fit Companies for ARI?
31:29 - How You Can Reach Mike and the ARI

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"Back office is the trenches. It's the heart pumping blood through the company." - Brandon Ward
"They need to have a system in place or a system that somebody can use. They got to have the personnel, and they have to have good data." - Mike Gibson
"When we're talking about systems, it's like a box of chocolates, as Forest Gump would say. You just never know what you're gonna get." - Brandon Ward
"No system is built the same, and no system is perfect. But, what you're looking for is a system that matches up with the way you want to do business and your asset or your data" - Brandon Ward
"It [back office] needs to be efficient so that the productivity can be high. When you have that, you can be efficient with less if you're streamlined. Those things will save you time and money, and you won't have to lean on so much manpower." - Mike Gibson
"It's like a cat chasing its tail, right? I mean, if you don't get your processes written down, and then also have somebody overseeing that those processes are being followed, you're always gonna be spinning around in a circle." - Brandon Ward
"We [ARI] help maintain their asset so that they can grow their asset." - Mike Gibs

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With a continued increase in renewables development across the country, are developers adequately accounting for mineral rights? We invite Texas attorney Brad Gibbs of OG Law Firm to join us for a conversation on the challenges of renewables development and what developers need to consider as they approach new projects.

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00:00 - Intro to OG Law Firm
02:26 - Accommodations Between Mineral & Surface Owners
06:22 - How Much Mineral Accommodation?
10:23 - The Influence of Historic Activity on Renewables Development
14:04 - Securing Waivers From Underlying Mineral Owners
17:52 - CCS In Texas
24:01 - Permitting Primacy for CCS
26:06 - Boots Meets Birkenstocks
31:34 - Oil & Gas Trends

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“[Renewables developers] need to be thinking about the mineral estate in Texas. This shouldn't be an afterthought.” - Brent Broussard
“We've been seeing our oil and gas knowledge get a lot more traction with renewables developers because they're just not aware of some of these [mineral] issues and they're coming to light on the back end when there's already a lot of sunk cost.” - Brad Gibbs
“Another hot topic in Texas is the idea of an allocation and production sharing agreement… if you can get 65% of the owners to sign off on a production sharing agreement for these types of wells, that's enough to get permitted for a psa.” - Brad Gibbs
“Like anything in business, it's what your risk tolerance is and what your economics can handle.” - Brent Broussard
“I think you should try to start identifying these issues as early as possible. It should really be part of initially analyzing a potential tract.” - Brad Gibbs
“How can we determine the value of your minerals if you've never tried to market them in any way?” - Brad Gibbs
“Solar facilities are very surface use intensive. They blanket nearly the entire surface unless you specifically designate a small drilling area somewhere. So that's the reason that covering a parcel of land with a solar facility can essentially destroy all value of the minerals underneath it, at least from a legal standpoint.” - Brad Gibbs
“A lot of the decision making on our part is around, ‘what surface owners also own minerals? Let's try to build our project there so that by virtue of securing our carbon leases, we've also minimized our risk on the mineral estate side.” Brent Broussard
“ I would expect the Gulf Coast states to want to get in line and try to streamline the Permitting Primacy process in the coming months and years.” - Brent Broussard
“The value that a good broker familiar with the area really brings to the table is they understand mineral title. Many title insurance companies and underwriters don't really know the first thing about oil and gas titles.” - Brad Gibbs
“You're dealing with people and people are proud of what they have. You have to respect them and do your best to educate them, but also represent your client and negotiate in your client's best interest.” - Brent Broussard
“Everybody’s busy. We're seeing more capital discipline. A lot of companies are running less rigs, but trying to get a lot more value out of them. Drilling more, but in infill type locations, maximizing their value as much as possible.” - Brad Gibbs

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