The Energy Show

A collapsing economy and political strife have the Venezuelan government looking to the U.S. and other nations to re-engage. Fernando Monaldi joins Mike to discuss how Texas in particular is poised to capitalize on Venezuela's oil sector.

Discover how artificial intelligence is applied to O&G, and how it is helping investors and producers. Luther Birdzell joins Mike to discuss the cutting-edge technology.

Donald Trump says U.S. oil independence makes America immune to Russian oil. Discover how the explosive growth of U.S. oil is impacting Russia and what Russia is doing to stay competitive. Thane Gustafson joins Mike to discuss his research of the Russian oil industry.

Tensions between the U.S. & Iran are quickly escalating. Discover how oil is driving this crisis, and how the success of American fracking is shaping Trump's foreign policy. Iranian-born Muhammad Sahimi joins Mike.

Saudi Arabia is drastically shifting its oil industry. Discover why the Saudis are opening their oil industry to foreign investment, and how ARAMCO is impacting investment around the globe.

The most valuable company in the world is an oil company. Saudi Arabia's ARAMCO is offering its first ever IPO. Discover how U.S. oil and gas companies are reacting, and how it may change O&G investing around the world. Ellen Wald, author of  "Saudi Inc.," joins Mike.

The U.S. is a net exporter of oil thanks to the shale boom. The surge in production surprised many around the world, and is quickly impacting global commerce and politics. Dr. Kent Moors joins Mike to discuss how the U.S. oil industry is reshaping America.

Ever wonder what day-to-day life is like for a rig worker in a hazardous environment? Paul Carter joins Mike with hilarious stories from his time working off shore and deep in the jungles around the world. Find out how the U.S. Navy saved him, and a monkey almost cost him his job.

Oil & gas producers are leveraging technology to maximize profits and reduce risk. Geoffrey Cann tells Mike about the opportunities currently available to producers and investors.

The Bakken formation remains incredibly productive. Mike talks with the president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council and discovers what future opportunities are available to investors.

New techniques to locate oil & gas are quickly developing. The best investors and operators must stay up-to-date in order to maximize production and returns. Michael Holmes joins Mike to discuss his cutting-edge work in this field.

U.S.  companies continue to innovate in an effort to remain the world's top producers of oil & gas. Mehdi Ostadhassan joins Mike to discuss his cutting-edge research in the Bakken. Find out what the next big thing in oil & gas likely will be.

Find out how the U.S. trade war with China and sanctions against Iran are affecting oil prices. Jan Stuart joins Mike to discuss his analysis of geo-political events, and how investors can navigate these volatile times.

Drillers are using drones to increase profits and improve safety. Mike speaks with Jim Fleitz of AviSite about how drones are being applied to oil & gas. Find out how cutting-edge technology can improve profits for operators and investors.

A handful of independent oilmen risked everything to advance fracking, and in the process, changed the world. The U.S. had given up on being and oil exporter, but that all changed over the last 10 years. Global economies & geo-politics are still coming to terms with a revolution that is still playing out in places like Texas, Louisiana & North Dakota. This is the story of The Frackers, and how the...

Artificial Intelligence is being applied to oil & gas production. Find out how this new technology is rapidly changing the industry, and how investors can benefit from increased production and lower costs.

Investors want to know what the price of oil will be tomorrow, next week, next month. Stephen Schork joins Mike to discuss his work in determining future oil prices.

Sanctions against Iran have significantly stifled its oil production and caused turmoil around the Persian Gulf. Muhammad Sahimi joins Mike to discuss the global impact of the US-Iran crisis. Hear how OPEC, Russia & China are reacting, and find out what Iranians really think of Donald Trump.

Certain data are critical to successful oil investors. In this episode Mike talks with Art Berman about the information successful investors use to determine if an investment will provide returns. Find out what questions to ask producers before you jump in.

Price volatility offers unique risk and reward for investors. In this episode Mike speaks with Bob McNally of Rapidan Energy. Find out why the most recent boom-and-bust cycle is different than previous fluctuations. Find out why OPEC is finished, and why renewable energy is a long way from replacing traditional energy.

The U.S. is the world's #1 oil producer. In this episode, Meghan O'Sullivan joins Mike to discuss how American oil & gas producers are fighting to remain the top producers. Find out what impact this likely will have on the economies in the U.S. and around the globe.

The U.S. has become the world's #1 producer of crude oil. Find out how America returned to global dominance and how investors are benefitting.

Successful oil & gas investing requires a solid team of professionals. In this episode Mike speaks with Shane Jones about land and mineral rights. Find out how a petroleum landman helps investors realize returns.