The Jay Young Show

WTI prices are moving higher again, bringing new attention to the opportunity in U.S. oil and gas investing. In this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown Live, host Rachel Griffith is joined by Rex Gifford, EVP of Tax for King, and Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, to discuss what rising oil prices mean for investors, why project quality and operator experience still matter, and how direct oil and gas inves...

In this episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay Young and guest co-host Rachel Griffith sit down with Dan Steffens, President of Energy Prospectus Group, to break down why oil prices are lower than expected and why they could move higher quickly. Dan explains the factors impacting WTI and Brent oil prices, including China’s inventory moves, the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. oil inventories, refinery capacity,...

In this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown Live #254 , host Rachel Griffith, King Operating SVP , is joined by Jay R. Young, Founder & CEO , Aaron Ledyard, Land Manager , and Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology , for a timely discussion on today’s oil and gas market. The conversation covers why oil prices may not be reacting the way many expected, what it takes to acquire and develop land for drilling, t...

In this Oil & Gas Rundown, Host Rachel Griffith, Jay Young, Kelly Duncan, and Bill Phillips discuss King Operating’s Mid-Con project and what makes this region such an attractive place to drill. Jay breaks down why the Mid-Continent region stood out from a strategic, geological, and economic perspective. Kelly walks through the drilling process, including how wells are planned, drilled, and mo...

On this episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay Young and Jordan Soto are joined by Jay Hatfield, CEO and founder of Infrastructure Capital Advisors, to break down the biggest macro themes investors are watching right now: oil price volatility, the Strait of Hormuz, OPEC supply, inflation expectations, possible Fed reform, rate cuts, AI-driven earnings, and where the market could go next. From energy s...

In this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown Live (part of The Jay Young Show), host Rachel Griffith is joined by Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Ryan Goeres, EVP of Production, for a field-focused conversation on what happens before, during, and after a well is drilled. They break down how geology and engineering work together, what production really means, and why responsible U.S. oil and natural ga...

In this milestone 250th episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay Young and co-host Jordan Soto sit down with Texas Rangers legend Elvis Andrus and Pastor Jack Graham for a powerful conversation about faith, baseball, family, leadership, and purpose. Elvis shares his journey from growing up in Venezuela to making it to Major League Baseball, the mindset that helped him push through challenges, and the ro...

Join us for this week’s oil and gas live discussion hosted by Steve Mullican, COO , filling in for Rachel Griffith. Steve is joined by Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology , and Kelly Duncan, EVP of Operations , for a simple, industry-focused conversation on what oil and gas companies are watching right now. In this live, we cover key topics like current market conditions, operator challenges, field efficie...

Jay Young and Jordan Soto sit down with investment strategist Rob Haworth to discuss today’s market environment, oil prices, inflation, interest rates, energy exposure, and how investors can think about opportunity and risk. The episode also ties into the word of the week — purpose — with a conversation on leadership, adaptability, and staying focused in changing times.  Timestamps: 00:00 — Openin...

On this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown LIVE, host Rachel Griffith is joined by Jay Young, Founder & CEO of King Operating Corporation, Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Bill Phillips, EVP of Land and Business Development. The team discusses what is driving oil prices back near the $100 range, what consumers and investors should watch in the weeks ahead, and what falling crude and gasoline inve...

On this episode of The Jay Young Show , Jay Young and Jordan Soto sit down with Mark Lancaster , an energy executive and entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in natural gas, power generation, microgrids, and energy infrastructure. Mark breaks down how oil and gas operators can turn stranded gas, flared gas, and produced water from waste streams into revenue opportunities. The convers...

Gas prices are climbing again, and the impact is being felt by American households, small businesses, and the broader economy. In this live Oil & Gas Rundown, host Rachel Griffith is joined by Jay R. Young, Founder and CEO of King Operating Corporation, and Eric Rice, EVP of Strategic Partnerships, to break down what is driving prices higher and what it could mean next. Jay and Eric discuss ri...

In this episode of The Jay Young Show , Jay Young and co-host Jordan Soto sit down with Drew Mitchell , Founder and Managing Partner of Valence Global , for a conversation on executive protection, personal security, online safety, and the importance of protecting what matters most. Drew brings more than 20 years of experience in law enforcement, SWAT leadership, investigations, and international c...

We’re back live after taking last week off, and this week King Operating Corporation COO Steve Mullican is filling in for Rachel Griffith. Steve will be joined by Aaron Ledyard , King’s Land Manager, and Ian Crane , King’s Senior Reservoir Engineer, who is joining the live for the first time. They’ll discuss what happens behind the scenes in oil and gas operations, including land work, reservoir e...

What does it mean to have a real plan, not just for business, sports, or success, but for your faith and purpose? In this episode of The Jay Young Show , Jay Young and Jordan sit down with Bo Fowler , North Texas Multi-Area Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) . Bo shares his journey from growing up on a family farm in Georgia to playing football at the University of Georgia, jo...

In this episode of The Jay Young Show , Jay Young and co-host Jordan Soto sit down with Rob Thummel of Tortoise Capital to break down the biggest trends shaping oil, natural gas, LNG exports, energy investing, and the future of AI-driven power demand. From the long-term outlook for crude oil prices to the growing role of natural gas in data centers and grid modernization, this conversation covers...

Oil is still above $90, and there is a lot going on behind the headlines. In this live Oil and Gas Rundown, Jay Young breaks down what is really keeping oil prices elevated, how much of today’s price is driven by actual supply loss versus geopolitical risk, and what prolonged tension in the Strait of Hormuz could mean for gasoline prices, inflation, and the broader economy. Joining Jay are Rex Gif...

In this episode, Jay Young and Jordan sit down with Floyd McClendon , a Navy SEAL veteran , author , speaker , and mayoral candidate , to talk about leadership , faith , service , discipline , community growth , and purpose . Floyd shares the life lessons he learned in the military, the mindset behind his “Seven Principles Preparing for Battle,” and how those principles now guide his leadership in...

Oil dropped today, but it’s still above $90, and that still has major implications for the economy, consumers, drilling activity, and the oil and gas industry. Join Rachel Griffith, Jay R. Young, Steve Mullican, and Mark Ayers live as they break down what moved the market, what $90 oil means right now, and how new geology technology is changing the way operators make decisions in the field. From c...

In this special episode of The Jay Young Show, filmed live from NAPE Expo, Jay R. Young and co-host Jordan Soto sit down with Sean Brown, Director of Missions and Awareness at Dogs Inc., for a powerful conversation about veteran transition, mental health, and the life-changing impact of service dogs. Sean shares his personal story of serving overseas, returning home, and struggling to reconnect wi...

Join King Founder and CEO, Jay Young, along with Rachel Griffith, Mark Ayers, and Bill Phillips for a live Q&A and oil and gas rundown. Get insights on some of the latest news in the oil and gas industry. More information: https://KingOperating.com

What makes self-storage one of the most resilient investment sectors in real estate? In Episode 235 of The Jay Young Show , Jay Young and Jordan Soto sit down with Paul Bennett of AAA Storage to break down market cycles, alternative assets, investor returns, and why disciplined operators win over time. Paul shares how he got started in real estate syndication, the biggest lessons he learned over a...

Join Rachel Griffith, Aaron Ledyard, and Mark Ayers for a live Q&A and oil and gas rundown. Get insights on some of the latest news in the oil and gas industry. More information: https://KingOperating.com

In this episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay Young and Jordan Soto sit down with Nikki Morris, Director of the Ralph Lowe Energy Institute at TCU’s Neeley School of Business, live from NAPE in Houston. Nikki shares her journey from Ohio to Texas, from geology and oil & gas to global leadership roles in Angola, Suriname, and Paris, and now back to TCU where she’s helping shape the next generation...

Join King Founder and CEO, Jay Young, along with Rachel Griffith, Steve Mullican, and Bill Phillips for a live Q&A and oil and gas rundown. Get insights on some of the latest news in the oil and gas industry. More information: https://KingOperating.com