The Real Deal Landman Show

The Real Deal Landman Show hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson visit with Zachary Smith , President of Armadillo Energy Partners , and Michael Anderson , Director of Land, Venator Resources . The conversation introduces Zach and Michael, their careers, and the important leadership roles they have on the AAPL Annual Meeting Committee. Hear why you want to be in Kansas City, June 18-20. Register f...

The Real Deal Landman Show hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson visit with David Wheelis , Vice President, Land & Business Development of Caliber Resource Partners . Their lively discussion covers David's fascinating career from independent landman to networking and deal-making guru. Learn about the upcoming Drillers and Dealers event and the incredible impact it makes to the community. Conne...

In this episode of The Real Deal Landman Show , hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson welcome Sam Siebenaler , an economic geologist and CEO of Precision Mineral Accounting . The conversation explores the intersection of mining and royalties, the structure of mining contracts compared to oil and gas, and the slow adoption of technology in the mining industry. Sam shares insights on the importance...

After a few weeks of individual travels and TCB, Drew and Jerris are back to welcome Matt Tynski to the conversation. Matt shares insights about the new-age landman, why he identifies as one, and what it takes to become one. If you didn't know before, you know now that landmen work in more than just oil and gas. If you are a landman interested in learning about the transition from working in oil a...

Drew and Jerris take the show on the road to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to meet with the landmen who work in the historic "Oil Capital of the World!" Correction: Drew took the show on the road while Jerris sat in his house behind his desk. The guys chat with Brett Gwartney, also known as "The Fisherman," about his early experiences in the department of corrections, which eventually led to his landman career...

In Part 2 of the special episode of The Real Deal Landman Show, recorded at NAPE in Houston, Drew welcomes back our good friend Jimmy Wright. They explore the importance of strategic networking at happy hours and the creation of partnerships that could shape the future of the energy sector. Drew and Jimmy discuss how building genuine relationships remains fundamental to success in the landman prof...

Drew and Jerris have been discussing NAPE for weeks, and the event has finally arrived. At the show, the guys take a few moments to sit down with Blake Susman, the founder of Rowland.ai, to learn more about the company's significant launch at the expo. Drew put in a lot of (literal) heavy lifting for this show, but, of course, it's Lonnie who wants all the credit. Please reach out to request a lim...

Ever wondered what it’s like to work in land management north of the border? In this episode of The Real Deal Landman Show , Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson sit down with Janice Redmond from Calgary to break down the differences (and surprising similarities) between the U.S. and Canadian land industries. We’re talking cultural exchanges, the quirks of land ownership and mineral rights in Canada, a...

In this engaging and humorous conversation, Drew and Jerris are joined by Jason Maloy and explore a variety of themes ranging from personal anecdotes about their high school drumline experiences to the mutual connections and incredible stories they have in their landman careers. They discuss the evolving landscape of the energy sector, emphasizing safety and community engagement. The conversation...

Jerris and Drew bring on Kyle Reynolds, who shares his love on the 4 F’s: football (Razorbacks), food, family, and the future. The trio delivers an entertaining and eye-opening breakdown of the Landman TV show’s season finale, separating Hollywood drama from the real-world experiences of working landmen. With plenty of laughs and industry insights, they dissect the show’s most outrageous moments w...

In this episode of The Real Deal Landman Show , hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson welcome Steve Smith to discuss the latest episode of the Landman TV show, titled "Wolf Camp"... or "WolfCamp"... or "Wolfcamp". The conversation covers various themes including the impact of character development, the transition from field work to in-house roles, and the future of landmen in an evolving industry....

This week, Drew and Jerris sit down with Jason Lowrey, who shares his journey from Chesapeake’s mailroom to land manager status. Between laughs and real talk, Jason drops knowledge bombs about surviving 2024’s market rollercoaster and managing a land department like a boss. Get the straight-shooting (literally) wisdom on turning family connections into legit opportunities, plus our hosts’ predicti...

Merry Christmas! In this special episode of The Real Deal Landman Show, Drew is bringing the festive cheer as he and Jerris welcome Doug Sandridge to the podcast. Needless to say, this is the most educational episode to date! Doug shares stories of his illustrious career and recounts the fascinating drama of the controversial wind farm on the Osage Nation Reservation. For more on Doug's Energy Rum...

In the latest episode of The Real Deal Landman Show, Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson sit down with industry veteran Jimmy Wright for an unfiltered conversation that bridges the gap between Hollywood fiction and landman reality. While seasonal musings spark some entertaining debates, the real meat of the episode is the nuts and bolts of the landman profession. The trio unpacks the true essence of t...

Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson welcome Drew Guntert from the NAPE Expo and Julie Woodard from Expand Energy on the latest episode of RDLS. Get to know Julie and her amazing career with Chesapeake, now Expand, and how she is a critical contributor to so many pivotal organizations. Hear from Drew G. on his experiences with NAPE, including the random requests he receives, the truth behind the sweeps...

Coming off the Thanksgiving holiday, in this episode of the Real Deal Landman Show, hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson reminisce the historical and cultural evolution of Oklahoma City, and discuss the impact of the oil and gas industry on Oklahoma communities. They also share insights from the latest episode of the Landman TV show, exploring character dynamics, legal aspects, and the realities...

Join Drew and Jerris as they welcome this week's guest, Joey Barnhill. Drew introduces the term "landman opulence," while they share stories from personal work experiences and comparisons to the "Landman" TV show. All discuss the importance of personal relationships in the industry, the varying reactions from audiences, and predictions for future episodes. The conversation highlights the blend of...

In this episode of the Real Deal Landman Show, hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson welcome Larry Coshow , a seasoned landman with a rich career in the oil and gas industry. They discuss Larry's journey through various companies, including Chesapeake and SandRidge, and the importance of mentorship and team building in the profession. The conversation also touches on the portrayal of landmen in me...

Step into the pilot episode of The Real Deal Landman Show, where hosts Drew Hopkins and Jerris Johnson kick off their new podcast by sharing their wild ride into the landman profession. These industry veterans strip away the Hollywood glamour to reveal what really makes a landman tick. Paying homage to their mentors, they dive deep into how personal connections and authentic branding shaped their...