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Welcome to Big Digital Energy with Chuck Yates, Mark Meyer and Kirk Coburn. Weekly news in energy covering oil and gas and cleantech.

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BP just fired its chairman after eight months, and that somehow is not even the wildest thing this week. The Texas Senate race opens with Ken Paxton and James Talarico already swinging, vegan campaign ads and all. ERCOT's interconnection queue is bur... more

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Venezuela is suddenly back on the table after being branded un-investable, and the tone shift has Mark and Kirk picking apart who blinked and why Exxon's posture lines up with Chevron's quiet move next door. Summer driving season is squeezing crude i... more

Gas hits $7.90 a gallon in LA and Joe Rogan blames Big Oil, so Chuck and Mark grab the mic to set the record straight on California's fuel island, refinery shutdowns, and why nationalizing oil sounds great until you actually think about it. From ther... more

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Kirk and Mark fly solo while Chuck takes a break, and there is plenty to chew on. Crude took a hit on Iran peace talk leaks, and a suspiciously timed 925 million dollar short has even Marjorie Taylor Greene calling out insider trading. From there it ... more

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Jack Fink
Ion Politics reporter
Ion (Texas politics beat)
Episode: Paxton vs Talarico Goes Nuclear, ERCOT Chokes Data Centers & BP Burns Its Boss | BDE 26.05.28
Geraldo Rivera
Journalist and guest on the episode
News Media
Episode: Reacting to Joe Rogan's Deranged Oil Take, Climate Doomsday Dies & Claude Mead Caged | BDE 05.14.26
Adrian Macias
Co-founder of Tokenized Energy
Tokenized Energy
Episode: "Robinhood for Oil & Gas": Tokenized Energy, Blockchain Deals & Permian Access | BDE 03.17.26
Chip Simmons
Co-founder of Tokenized Energy
Tokenized Energy
Episode: "Robinhood for Oil & Gas": Tokenized Energy, Blockchain Deals & Permian Access | BDE 03.17.26
Aaron McKayment
Partner at Tokenized Energy
Tokenized Energy
Episode: "Robinhood for Oil & Gas": Tokenized Energy, Blockchain Deals & Permian Access | BDE 03.17.26
Dave Pursell
Special guest, macro energy strategist
Rapidan Energy Group
Episode: US Bombs Iran, Oil Barely Flinches, OPEC Ramps & the Regime Change Gamble | BDE 03.03.26
Hawk Dunlap
Candidate in the Republican primary for the Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Railroad Commission candidate
Episode: Texas Railroad Commission Candidate on Zombie Wells, Injection Crisis & CCS Scam | 02.23.26
David Pursell
Guest co-host and energy expert
Episode: Trump vs Exxon on Venezuela, Chevron’s Caution, & Conoco’s $6–$12B Problem | BDE 01.19.26
Mark Viviano
Heads up public equities at Kimmeridge
Kimmeridge
Episode: Public E&P Is Broken, Cambridge Activism, & Why Energy Stocks Stay Unloved | BDE 12.24.25

Hosts

Chuck Yates
Host of Big Digital Energy; long-time energy commentator and co-host known for digging into market dynamics and policy with a pragmatic stance.
Mark Meyer
Co-host and analysis contributor; known for practical economic and market framing in energy discussions.
Kirk Coburn
Co-host and seasoned energy commentator; contributes data-driven context and industry anecdotes.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Well done - 11/15/22

    Great show please keep them coming Oilfield Husker

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oilfield Husker
    United States2 years ago
  • Well done - 11/15/22

    Great show please keep them coming

    Oilfield Husker

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oilfield Husker
    United States4 years ago
  • Relevant News

    Digital Wildcatters keep bringing the content. This show is relevant, informational and funny. I love getting smart on renewables and oil & gas in one setting. Perfect for my commutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eftfunguy
    United States5 years ago

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Insightful energy coverage that blends markets, policy, and tech with bold takes.
Guests provide unique angles from politics, media, and startups that enrich the discussions.
Covers a wide range of energy topics from oil to AI data centers in a way that's accessible for listeners.
Very opinionated and entertaining, though sometimes provocative in tone.

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Q: What is Collide Enterprise? How do you see it today?
Collide Enterprise is evolving rapidly and aims to help clients better utilize AI for automation and workflow improvements. The product has matured significantly over the last six months, and the team has observed strong demand for better search capabilities and AI-driven tools.
The Sable vs. Coastal Commission Showdown, Explained | BDE 11.04.25
Q: What is the current state of oil and gas in California?
The industry is facing significant regulatory hurdles, with many permits not being issued, leading to decreased production and refinery closures.
Revolutionizing Fracking with Real-Time Data | BDE 10.08.25
Q: What are the expectations for the partnership between ProFrac and Seismos?
The partnership aims to improve well performance and efficiency through real-time data integration and automation in fracking processes.

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What is Big Digital Energy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, multi-host energy roundtable that blends oil and gas market dynamics with cleantech policy, infrastructure, and technology. Episodes frequently thread geopolitical risk, energy regulation, and large-scale data-center and AI infrastructure into market context, often featuring a mix of industry insiders, political commentators, and startup-focused guests. The show stands out for its candid, opinionated banter, willingness to bridge traditional energy topics with tech and policy tangents, and a revolving cast of guests ranging from energy executives to regulatory figures and venture players. Potential listeners include energy professionals, tech executives, and policy-minded investors seeking timely, opinionated analysis with pra... more

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2. Geraldo Rivera
3. Adrian Macias
4. Chip Simmons
5. Aaron McKayment
6. Dave Pursell
7. Hawk Dunlap
8. David Pursell

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