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The Crude Truth
by The Crude Truth
A Podcast With A FlareWe are thrilled to bring this podcast to the airwaves. We live in an age of miscommunication, and it is important to hear the truth about and around the energy markets. Stay tuned, buckle up, and enjoy some great conversations.
Episodes
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Shipping Crisis, Rising Oil Costs and America’s Maritime Future with Dr. Beatriz Canamary
As global conflicts disrupt shipping lanes and drive up transportation costs, what does the future hold for America’s maritime industry and energy security? On this episode of The Crude Truth, Rey Trevino welcomes maritime expert Dr. Beatriz Canamary to discuss the growing connection between oil...
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Big Data, AI and the Future of Texas with Jay Lewis on The Crude Truth
Big data is transforming the way businesses operate—and Texas is quickly becoming a major hub for data centers, AI, and the infrastructure needed to power them. In this episode of The Crude Truth, we sit down with Jay Lewis, Founder and CEO of Big Data, to break down what “big data” really means...
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Why Energy Prices Are Rising: Infrastructure, Policy & the Future of American Energy Special Guest, David Holt
Why are energy costs continuing to rise, and how much of it comes down to infrastructure? On this episode of The Crude Truth, Rey sits down with David Holt, President of the Consumer Energy Alliance, to break down the forces affecting energy prices across the United States. They discuss America’s...
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Can Data Centers Save Rural Texas? Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian on Energy, Jobs and AI
Rural Texas is sitting on the biggest economic opportunity it has seen in a generation, and most people have not connected the dots yet. Data centers are coming to this state whether anyone plans for them or not. The only question left is whether small towns end up with the schools, the jobs, and...
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The Crude Truth: When Geopolitics Rewrites the Oil Market
In early 2026, the global oil market experienced a seismic shift. When geopolitical tensions with Iran escalated, crude prices surged—and Texas responded. In this episode, economist Karr Ingham, oil producer Rey Trevino, and energy journalist Stu Turley break down how a single conflict triggered…
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The Water Problem Threatening Texas Oil & Gas
Texas produces nearly six million barrels of oil every day — but alongside it comes roughly 30 million barrels of produced water. So what happens to all that water? On this episode of The Crude Truth, Rey Treviño III welcomes back Texas Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright for an in-depth…
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From Miss America to Nuclear Engineer: Grace Vanderhei on the Future of Energy
Former Miss America and nuclear fuels engineer Grace Vanderhei returns to The Crude Truth to break down why nuclear energy is making a major comeback in the United States. From the restart of Three Mile Island Unit 1 — now the Crane Clean Energy Center — to the growing demand for clean, reliable...
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The Hidden Legal Battles Behind Oil and Gas with Lauren Varnado
The Crude Truth: Navigating Legal Complexity in Modern Energy In an era where energy demands are skyrocketing and the industry is at a crossroads between traditional oil and gas production and emerging clean technologies, the legal landscape has never been more complex. From royalty disputes and...
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Why West Texas Wins: Derrick Black on Energy, People and Purpose
What makes West Texas networking different from anywhere else? In this episode of The Crude Truth, Rey Trevino sits down with Derrick Black, a respected oil & gas professional, community leader, and founder of Coffee & Connections. Derrick shares his journey from telecommunications with AT&T to...
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Red Cards Against Human Trafficking | David Reid on The Crude Truth
Human trafficking is one of the world's most hidden and devastating crimes—and it's happening closer to home than many realize. In this episode of The Crude Truth, host Rey Trevino sits down with David Reid, CTO and CMO of NOV and founder of Red M, to discuss how he's using his platform in the...
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Beyond the Pump: Navigating Middle East Conflict and American Energy, Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne
This was a fun interview with Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne on my recent trip to Washington, DC. I had some great meetings, and she is doing great things for her constituents. 1. American Energy Independence & Oil Production The interview emphasizes Texas's historical and ongoing role in American...
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Drilling Smarter: Solving Downhole Challenges with DrillChem
In this episode of The Crude Truth, Rey Trevino sits down with DrillChem's Prater Vincent and Richard Collins to explore the critical role downhole technology plays in today's oil and gas industry. From drilling fluids and wellbore stability to lubrication systems and completion solutions, the...
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Kasey Cox on OCTG, Energy Supply Chains and What’s Changing in Oilfield Tubulars NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026, The Crude Truth welcomes Kasey Cox of Metal One America for a conversation on OCTG connections, supply chain shifts, deeper wells, and where drilling technology is headed in 2026. Kasey shares what operators are asking for today, how tariffs and commodity pricing are…
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Inside NAPE 2026 Where Oil and Gas Deals REALLY Happen Brent Franklin
Live from NAEP Expo 2026, Brent Franklin (CEO of Rise Capital) breaks down how deals, money, and opportunity collide in the oil & gas industry. From investing strategies to building relationships that change everything—this is where business gets done. Connect with Brent Franklin on his LinkedIn...
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How Oil & Gas Companies Use Data to Win with W Energy at NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026, this episode of The Crude Truth dives into the software and data side of the oil & gas industry with W Energy. Joined by Joe Fuda, Gary Napotnik, and Michael Tanner, we break down how modern energy companies are using cloud-based software, data analytics, and AI to streamline...
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Crude Oil Needs to Run through TEXAS
Crude Oil Needs to Run Through Texas. Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright breaks down why Texas remains the backbone of American energy—and where the industry is headed next. Check out the Texas Railroad Commission Site: https://www.rrc.state.tx.us/about-us/commissioners/jim-wright/ Key Points: •...
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Leigh Haas on Land Services, Energy Infrastructure & Data Center Growth | NAPE 2026
In this episode of The Crude Truth, recorded live at NAPE 2026, Rey Trevino sits down with Leigh Haas, founder of Mockingbird Land Services, to discuss entrepreneurship, land rights, energy infrastructure, and the growing demand driven by AI and data centers. Working on - - Leigh shares how her...
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NAPE 2026: This Drill Bit Is Changing the Game in Oil & Gas | Cool Edge Bits, Inc
Live from NAPE 2026, Cool Edge Drill Bits reveals breakthrough technology that’s extending bit life, improving wellbore quality, and saving operators serious money. Special Guests Jim McCoy and Trey Poteet, with Cool Edge Bits, and this is how we get more out of each well drilled. With the global...
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Oil and Gas Lawsuits EXPOSED: What Companies Need to Know Lauren Varnado NAPE 2026
In this episode of The Crude Truth, we sit down with oil & gas trial attorney Lauren Varnado to uncover the realities of litigation in the energy industry. From high-stakes courtroom battles to the rise of litigation funding, Lauren shares insider knowledge on how companies protect themselves…
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How “Flipping the Barrel” Became a Voice for Oil & Gas - NAPE 2026
From podcast to movement—Jamie Elrod and Massiel Diez break down how Flipping the Barrel is reshaping conversations in the energy industry. Recorded live at NAPE 2026, this episode dives into storytelling, growth, and building a brand that actually matters. Connect with Jamie Elrod on her…
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Inside a Billion-Dollar Oil & Gas Project at NAPE 2026 George Witman, President Black Mountain Oil and Gas stops by.
Live from NAPE 2026, Black Mountain Oil & Gas President George Witman breaks down a massive international project with billions on the line. - Monday the 4th From Australia to Texas, this is what large-scale energy development really looks like. Connect with George Witman...
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From PhD Research to Oil and Gas Tiffany Legg on Geology, Energy and the Future of Exploration
What happens when academic geology meets real-world energy development? At NAPE Expo 2026, The Crude Truth sat down with Tiffany Legg, a PhD candidate in geology at University of Oklahoma, to talk about carbonates, the Fort Worth Basin, why “good rocks” still drive the industry, and how the next...
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Texas Energy Policy, EPA Rollbacks & Oil Industry Advocacy | Karr Ingham NAPE 2026
In this episode of The Crude Truth, recorded live at NAPE 2026, Rey Trevino sits down with Karr Ingham, President of the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers, to discuss major developments impacting the oil and gas industry. - 1. EPA Regulatory Changes & Endangerment Finding Repeal The conversation...
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Oilfield Grit Building a Solids Control Company from Scratch Randy Nicodemus NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026, this episode of The Crude Truth features Randy Nicodemus of Complete Solids Control. - getting ready for today- 4-30 Randy shares his journey of building an oilfield service company from the ground up, navigating COVID challenges, and why authenticity and relationships matter...
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Deals, Minerals, and Oil’s Future Jim Holmes at NAPE 2026 A Relationship Driven Business
Relationship-Driven Business: The LFS Chemistry Story In this episode of The Crude Truth, we’re coming to you LIVE from NAPE 2026 with special guest Jim Holmes, President & CEO of LFS Chemistry. From the show floor energy to real conversations about oil markets, minerals, and smart investing…
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Safety First: Building a Career in Oil and Gas
Shannon Vint, Kight Hawk Safety & Rescue, stops by the Crude Truth Podcast Live at NAPE. This was a fun interview from the floor at NAPE with Snannon Vint, a 20-year veteran of the oil and gas market, and we had a blast talking about how to stay safe and have a career. 1. Oil and Gas Industry in...
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Jeff Krimmel Foundations of Energy - LIVE from NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026, we’re joined by Jeff Krimmel of Krimmel Strategy Group to dive deep into the "value calculus" of the energy industry. From analyzing P&L statements to forecasting the next big shifts in the Permian, Jeff shares why understanding financial flows is the only way to truly see...
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Beyond the Hype: Why Traditional Oil & Gas Still Matters at NAPE - LIVE from NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026, we’re joined by Michael Tanner to discuss the shift in capital allocation within the oil and gas sector. As more family offices and real estate investors enter the space, understanding the "decline curve" has never been more critical. 1. The NAPE (North American Prospect…
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Building Sweet Addison’s: From Home Kitchen to National Orders
What does it really take to build a business from scratch—and scale it fast? In this episode of The Crude Truth, we sit down with Addison LaBonte, founder of Sweet Addison’s, who turned a personal health journey into a booming nationwide cookie brand. From baking alone in her apartment to…
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Ann Bluntzer Pullin and Texas State Representative Helen Kerwin - LIVE from NAPE 2026
Live from NAPE 2026! This episode of "The Crude Truth" features an insightful discussion on the future of energy security and the impact of the growing tech sector on our power grid. Host Rey Trevino sits down with Dr. Ann Bluntzer Pullin, President of the Hamm Institute for American Energy, and...
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How Regulations Are Blocking Energy Growth in the West | Tyler Lindholm
Are government regulations holding back America’s energy future? In this episode of The Crude Truth, we sit down with Tyler Lindholm, President of Americans for Prosperity Wyoming, to break down the real impact of federal policies on energy production, land use, and economic growth across Western...
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Why California’s Energy Policies Could Backfire The Crude Truth on California
What do Iran, California, and electricity have in common? More than you think. In this episode of The Crude Truth, energy expert Ronald Stein breaks down the complex (and often misunderstood) relationship between global conflict, energy policy, and everyday life. From rising gas prices to…
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Dr. Beatriz Canamary Sets The Record Straight About the U.S. Maritime Infrastructure Crisis
The Crude Truth is that we cannot achieve energy dominance with our current maritime structure. Talk about National Security, this is a huge topic, and Dr. Beatriz Canamary brings the Receipts. One of her most important points: " After the Second World War, the U S owned 50% of the global fleet,...
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Geopolitics, Oil Prices and the Texas Senate Showdown George P. Bush on 2026s Turning Point
Just one month into 2026, oil prices have surged nearly $10, Venezuela’s regime has been shaken, Iran is facing internal unrest, and Texas is gearing up for a high-stakes U.S. Senate battle. What does it all mean for energy, politics, and the future of the Lone Star State? On this episode of The...
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2026 Money Moves: Taxes, Retirement, and the Global Shift You Can’t Ignore
As we kick off 2026, financial planning is facing major changes — from new tax laws to retirement strategy shifts and global economic transitions. On this episode of The Crude Truth, Ray sits down with wealth strategist Rebecca Walser to break down what’s happening now and what it means for your...
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Rocket Science in the Oilfield: How Precision Drilling Delivers 11 Percent More Production
With tight margins, 11% can make the difference to investors. From NASA to the oilfield. A literal rocket scientist, Chad Hanak, explains how precise well placement can boost production by 11%—without changing your AFE. This is the crude truth operators need to hear. Chad Hanak is the President…
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Global Upheaval, Energy Dominance and What Comes Next in 2026
The Crude Truth Panel discusses Venezuela, Iran, Iraq, and even Greenland. My opening line is “With so much going on in the world today, is it safe to say that the world is actually healing? But we do have a few more bumpy roads ahead.” may be an understatement. I am currently writing several...
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Texas Energy, Taxes, and the Fight for the Future. Sanjay Narayan on The Crude Truth
Texas faces a critical crossroads on energy, taxes, and immigration—and Sanjay Narayan is stepping up with clear solutions. On The Crude Truth, Sanjay shares how cutting property taxes, securing our energy grid with oil, gas, and nuclear power, and enforcing the rule of law can keep Texas…
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Kristi Antonick and James Mayville II - The Americans for Prosperity are Doing Things The Texas Way
Doing things the TEXAS way. In this segment, the conversation takes a bold turn into the realities of Texas power and America’s energy future with Americans for Prosperity ???? Texas now boasts the 8th-largest economy in the world—bigger than Russia’s—which means the Texas governor holds…
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The Crude Truth The American Dream and Investment with Kristina Krykhtin
The Crude Truth about the American Dream In this powerful episode of The Crude Truth, host Rey Treviño III interviews Kristina Krykhtin, an entrepreneur, investor, and Miss Florida Entrepreneur, who joins Rey to share her incredible journey from Belarus to the U.S., her rise in Miami real estate,...
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Leadership and Chemistry with LFS Chemistry Executive Jim Holmes
Leadership, chemistry, and the lessons forged in the oil field—they have far more in common than you think. In this unscripted, off-the-cuff episode of The Crude Truth, host Rey Treviño III sits down with longtime friend, mentor, sponsor, and all-around force-of-nature Jim Holmes, Executive at…
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Midland and Odessa: The Collaboration between the Two Mayors
We have taken The Crude Truth on the road to the PBIOS Permian Basin International Oil Show. (https://pbioilshow.org/) In this special episode of "The Crude Truth", Host RT Treviño III interviews two influential Texas mayors that live and breath West Texas: Mayor Lori Blong of Midland and Mayor…
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The Schumer Shutdown: Families, Fuel & The Fight for America | Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne
The government shutdown is hitting home — and Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne returns to The Crude Truth to call it like she sees it. ???? In this episode, Rey Treviño III and Congresswoman Van Duyne dive into the real impact of the “Schumer Shutdown” — from families struggling with halted...
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Trucking Fuels the Economy with Tracy Dhamers
How Trucking Keeps America Moving | Tracy Dhamers on The Crude Truth Transportation and trucking expert Tracy Dhamers joins The Crude Truth to reveal how the trucking industry literally fuels America’s economy — and why this West Texas business owner believes oil, grit, and entrepreneurship keep...
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Entrepreneurship and Faith with Clayton Carmack
Building a business isn’t easy, and few people know that better than Clayton Carmack. On this episode of The Crude Truth, Clayton shares his journey from growing up in the oil and gas world to building a multimillion-dollar company, facing major setbacks, and eventually shifting his focus to...
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A Long Government Shutdown? What American Economy Needs to Know Rep. Pat Harrigan
From Washington politics to Main Street impacts, this episode dives deep into the truth behind the headlines — and what America can expect if the government shutdown drags on Guest: Congressman Pat Harrigan (North Carolina’s 10th District) Topic: Could This Be a Long Government Shutdown? What...
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Episode 144 – The New HR Standard with Keri Laine on The Crude Truth
In this episode, host Rey Treviño III welcomes back Keri Laine, founder of KLES and a trusted advocate for executives navigating the evolving HR landscape. Rey opens the show by sharing updates on his own family business growth plan and why “human resources is more than HR.”...
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Game Changing Technology in Oil and Gas Drilling 2025 Tim Paton and Allison Kelley
In this episode of The Crude Truth, host Rey Treviño sits down with Tim Paton and Allison Kelley from Superior QC — a company that’s literally applying NASA rocket science to drilling. From Blackhawk helicopters in the Army to cutting-edge algorithms that optimize horizontal wells, Tim and…
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Wasif Latif on Commodities, Energy & Investing with Michael Tanner | The Crude Truth Ep 142
In this episode of The Crude Truth, host Rey Treviño is joined by co-host Michael Tanner and special guest Wasif Latif, President & CIO of Sarmaya Partners. Together, they dive deep into the concept of the “Return to Tangibles” a powerful shift back to commodities as the foundation of global...
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Texas Oil & Gas Battles at the Capitol with Karr Ingham | The Crude Truth Ep 141
Join The Crude Truth as we break down the most impactful oil and gas legislation from the latest Texas legislative session and what it means for operators across the state — and beyond. From inactive well plugging requirements to waste management rules, we explore the changes shaping the…
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A Podcast With A FlareWe are thrilled to bring this podcast to the airwaves. We live in an age of miscommunication, and it is important to hear the truth about and around the energy markets. Stay tuned, buckle up, and enjoy some great conversations.
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