{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Energy 101: We Ask The Dumb Questions So You Don't Have To","title":"How West Texas Took Over Global Energy","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/8607fae3\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3446,"description":"Ever wondered about the Permian Basin or how oil really works? In this episode of Energy 101, Jacob and Julie ask the \"dumb questions\" so you don't have to! Joined by expert Shad Frazier, Senior VP of U.S. Onshore Operations at Apache, they explore everything from the history of the oil industry to the secrets of the Midland culture. Learn about the difference between conventional and unconventional drilling, the surprising stories behind mineral rights, and why the Permian Basin has been a global oil powerhouse for decades. Whether you're curious about West Texas' booming economy, cutting-edge oil tech, or just want to know why there's a coffee shop called \"Boob Town,\" this episode has it all. Packed with fascinating insights, wild stories, and a touch of humor, it's a must-watch for anyone interested in energy, history, or just a good laugh. Dive in and discover the truth behind oil, answered by a real expert!\nClick here to watch a video of this episode.\n00:00 - Intro\n00:22 - Permian Basin Overview\n02:09 - Sub Basins Explained\n04:01 - Santa Rita Well Insights\n06:49 - Understanding Mineral Rights\n11:05 - Global Oil Production Challenges\n12:45 - Midland Schools Discussion\n18:18 - Midland’s Systemic Issues\n21:10 - Transitioning Back to the Permian\n23:55 - Conventional vs Unconventional Oil\n28:34 - Profitability of Old Wells\n31:16 - Technology in the Oil Field\n35:40 - Future of the Permian Basin\n37:00 - Landman React\n57:00 - Outro\nhttps://twitter.com/collide_io\nhttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io\nhttps://www.facebook.com/collide.io\nhttps://www.instagram.com/collide.io\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_io\nhttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/8F_7R-SE-nw_rUP_p1-vdDVWboJt_kcEhdbgrgTEL7E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jYjY2/Yjk4MWJiZWFlYmVl/ZGIxYjkxYTdiYTdi/ZGUwMy5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}