Rephonic
Artwork for The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights

The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights | Royalties | Oil and Gas | Matt Sands

Matt Sands
Mineral Rights
Natural Gas
Oil and Gas Industry
Oil Prices
Lithium
Royalty Payments
Texas
Oil and Gas
Royalties
Oil and Gas Leases
Permian Basin
OPEC
National Association Of Royalty Owners
Inheritance
Estate Planning
Texas Railroad Commission
North Dakota
NARO
Trump Administration
Oklahoma

Welcome to The Mineral Rights Podcast! I'm here to help you to make the most out of your oil and gas mineral rights and royalty interests. From the latest mineral rights news to featured guests, get the knowledge and resources you need to manage your minerals and royalties.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes355Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Earth SciencesBusinessInvestingScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights

Latest Episodes

This month's mailbag covers a little bit of everything; thanks to Alfred, Jesse, Dave, John, Dean, Frank and Gary for sending your questions. Topics this month range from who gets paid royalties on gravel, to the Lithium that may be hiding in produce... more

You spot a new drilling permit near your minerals, and months later you hear a rig came and went. You check the state website and see the well has been completed. Still no check. Is the well producing? Are you even included in it? Or is everyone just... more

YouTube

What do carbon dioxide, a Texas ranch entrance, and a summit in Washington have in common? Each one could affect your royalty checks. In this month's news episode, we cover a start-up selling captured CO2 to oil producers, which could keep older well... more

YouTube

Congress set aside about $4.7 billion to plug abandoned oil and gas wells, but by the end of 2025 only about 40% of it had gone out, and states had plugged just over 10,000 of the roughly 140,000 documented orphan wells. In this update, Justin Willia... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Oil and Gas This Week
Oil and Gas This WeekMark LaCour & Paige Wilson
Freakonomics Radio
Freakonomics RadioFreakonomics Radio + Stitcher
The Minerals and Royalties Podcast
The Minerals and Royalties PodcastMinerals & Royalties Authority LLC
The Long View
The Long ViewMorningstar, Christine Benz - Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning, Ben Johnson - Head of Client Solutions, Amy Arnott - Portfolio Strategist

Recent Guests

Justin Rammell
Attorney with Rammell Law focusing on oil, gas, mining, and mineral title
Rammell Law
Episode: MRP 344: Mining Claims, Lithium, and the Law: With Attorney Justin Rammell
Jessey Kwong
Co-founder of Pebble REI and host of the Land Investing Business Secrets Podcast
Pebble REI
Episode: MRP 300: Land Investing Secrets with Jessey Kwong
Jon Corkern
Executive Director of the National Association of Royalty Owners
National Association of Royalty Owners
Episode: MRP 286: The Best Kept Secret in Mineral Rights: NARO Executive Director Jon Corkern on Why You Don't Have to Go It Alone
Ryan Fairbanks
Registered professional landman with over 20 years of experience, involved in coaching and community development for land professionals
Landman Pivot Podcast
Episode: MRP 249: The Power of Networking with Ryan Fairbanks, RPL

Hosts

Matt Sands
Host of The Mineral Rights Podcast; focuses on mineral rights, royalties, and oil & gas topics with extensive industry experience.
Justin Williams
Co-host; brings experience as a mineral owner and discusses practical, owner-focused strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Excellent Overview

    Each episode provides great details in an easy to understand manner. Educational with no hidden sales pitch.

    Audible
    5
    1234
    United States4 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Hello Matt and Dustin!

    I wanted to thank you both for consistently bringing truth to your listeners. I started listening to your podcast almost four years ago when I first entered this field, and I get excited each week to hear the new topic.

    Your insights always guiding me in my learning journey, and inspiring me to explore new areas in this sector!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allmajohnson
    United States2 years ago
  • Absolutely Brilliant!

    Love the show. Whether you are a novice mineral owner or an experienced Landman you will benefit from the discussions that take place on this show. RF Project Land Solutions, LLC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Most Well
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Useful

    I inherited a small oil royalty interest years ago and was trying to decide whether to try and sell the interest or convey it to one or more of my children. These podcasts were very helpful and I strongly recommend them for someone in my situation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ecubedwa
    United States3 years ago
  • Loved the information in this episode. I was indecisive to lease or sell and didn't even know you could keep and use for emergency funds.

    Audible
    5
    Minnie
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Brand is seen as a trusted source for negotiating and understanding mineral rights.
Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for mineral owners.
Audience notes high-quality explanations and real-world examples.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MRP 354: Listener Questions October 2026
Q: Gary asks about a division order for a new well when there may be an existing lease held by production, and how to respond when they haven't been paid since 2025.
The hosts explain that a division order may come when a lease is held by production; verify your lease terms, ensure correct division of interest, and consider speaking to an attorney, with Texas having specific rules requiring signing a division order before payments in some cases.
MRP 354: Listener Questions October 2026
Q: Frank asks how to promote minerals in Kit Carson County, Colorado, where offers have been scarce for years.
They recommend proactive outreach to active companies, using county records to identify potential interested buyers, understanding that speculators may offer low bonuses with long primary terms, and consulting an oil and gas attorney to ensure terms are workable; they also suggest using Colorado ECMC GIS tools to assess nearby activity.
MRP 354: Listener Questions October 2026
Q: Dean asks for a worked example comparing different lease terms (one-eighth, three-sixteenths, one-fifth, one-quarter) and whether higher royalties with lower bonuses pay off over a well's life.
Matt provides a numerical example showing break-even and lifetime royalties; higher royalty rates yield larger long-term totals, and in this case a one-quarter royalty with zero bonus came out best, though the decision depends on timing and reinvestment assumptions.
MRP 354: Listener Questions October 2026
Q: Dave discusses North Dakota mineral rights with recently drilled wells and asks about timing for division orders and payments.
The hosts emphasize watching production data on the North Dakota Industrial Commission site, expect division orders once production starts, proactively contacting operators, and ensuring title clarity so royalties begin on time.
MRP 354: Listener Questions October 2026
Q: Jesse asks if landowners will eventually receive lithium royalties if the lithium is recovered from produced water and how it would be treated under Pennsylvania law.
They explain that lithium rights depend on whether mineral rights are severed, the jurisdiction's treatment of produced water, and whether lithium is separately leased; they recommend reserving lithium rights in new leases and minimizing post-production deductions while consulting a lithium-savvy attorney.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers practical, owner-focused guidance on mineral rights, royalties, and oil & gas economics. Episodes consistently explore title issues, leasing strategies, regulatory data, and how to evaluate offers, with hosts sharing actionable checklists, real-world examples, and step-by-step advice for understanding and managing mineral interests. A recurring strength is breaking down complex topics—from property taxes to title clearing and negotiation tactics—into clear, usable takeaways for mineral owners, investors, and professionals. The format often includes Q&A, state-specific nuances, and timely updates on market dynamics, making it valuable for listeners who want to protect and optimize cash flows over the long term.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Oil and Gas This Week
2. Freakonomics Radio
3. The Minerals and Royalties Podcast
4. Wealthion - Be Financially Resilient
5. The Long View

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 8 years ago and published 355 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Justin Rammell
2. Jessey Kwong
3. Jon Corkern
4. Ryan Fairbanks

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days