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

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

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If you've ever sent an email to an operator's owner relations department and waited weeks for a reply — or gotten nothing at all — you're not alone, and it's not personal. In this episode, we break down exactly why so many owner requests stall out, a... more

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Only two things in life are guaranteed: death and taxes. Mineral rights don't get an exception. A listener wrote in about a tiny, recurring property tax bill on non-producing minerals in Kansas and asked the question: what actually happens if I just ... more

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Getting that first royalty check feels like the finish line. You cashed it, the operator knows your name, and as far as you're concerned, the minerals are yours. But the truth is: an operator paying you and you actually owning marketable or clean tit... more

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In this month's listener Q&A episode, we tackle a run of "what's really happening with my minerals" questions from across the country: whether a century-old Montana formation still has any life left in it, how to gauge future drilling near existing w... more

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Recent Guests

Jessey Kwong
Co-founder of Pebble REI and host of the Land Investing Business Secrets Podcast
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Episode: MRP 300: Land Investing Secrets with Jessey Kwong
Jon Corkern
Executive Director of the National Association of Royalty Owners
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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
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Episode: MRP 249: The Power of Networking with Ryan Fairbanks, RPL

Hosts

Matt Sands
Host of The Mineral Rights Podcast; focuses on mineral rights ownership, leases, and market/legislation updates.
Justin Williams
Co-host of The Mineral Rights Podcast; brings perspective from mineral ownership and industry experience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Excellent Overview

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

    Audible
    5
    1234
    United States2 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 States2 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

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MRP 340: Listener Questions July 2026
Q: Kansas non-producing minerals and property taxes. Am I risking losing rights by not paying taxes?
Yes, with high risk of losing rights via tax lien or treasurer's deed; taxes are usually small but must be kept current or risk losing the property; discusses Colorado as a comparison and suggests selling if ongoing maintenance isn't desired.
MRP 340: Listener Questions July 2026
Q: David, trustee of a family estate with mineral rights in Howard County, Texas. They started receiving royalties from a new fracking well. How to ensure royalties are correct?
The hosts point to Texas-specific resources (Texas Railroad Commission) and recommend reviewing your plat, net interests, and division order; they offer their Texas-focused episode references and offer consulting help if needed.
MRP 340: Listener Questions July 2026
Q: Barry, minerals in Taban, New Mexico, DeBaca and Roosevelt counties. Any information on future production and how to check?
They recommend using the New Mexico Oil and Gas Commission website, obtaining full legal descriptions, and using a free well database to visualize surface locations and permits; understanding where drilling could impact your tract is key.
MRP 340: Listener Questions July 2026
Q: Greg asks about the Haynesville, refracking, and a backstory about inherited rights with possible dormant rights and legal questions.
The hosts advise checking state oil and gas commission filings for sundry notices indicating refracking; they stress consulting an attorney for dormant rights issues and provide Texas-specific guidance on allocation wells and pooling.
MRP 340: Listener Questions July 2026
Q: Roger says Matt, my property is in Red River Parish, Louisiana. Seven wells in the area. Is this a valuable natural gas area? Will Expand Energy continue to drill?
Matt declines to share proprietary drilling schedules, suggests contacting Expand Energy's owner relations for general plans, and emphasizes that plans can change. He highlights using SUNRIS/well databases and state commissions to gauge activity and future plans.

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A practical, information-dense show focused on oil, gas, and mineral rights ownership. Episodes cover lease negotiations, royalty calculations, title work, market news, and policy developments, with hosts translating complex industry terms into actionable guidance for mineral and royalty owners. A standout trait is the rigorous treatment of real-world scenarios, from negotiating terms and avoiding hidden deductions to understanding title and compliance issues, often supplemented by listener Q&As and occasional guest insights. The tone is educational and actionable, making it a valuable resource for owners, aspiring managers, and advisors seeking to maximize long-term mineral value and navigate regulatory changes.

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