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The Crude Cast

The Crude Cast

By: Travis McCaughey
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Welcome to The Crude Cast, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the oil and gas industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or exploring the industry for the first time, our podcast offers a unique window into the diverse roles, challenges, and opportunities within this dynamic field.

In each episode, we dive deep into:

  • Expert Interviews: Conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and experts who share their knowledge and experiences on effective communication, teamwork, and leadership.


  • Real-World Stories: Relatable accounts from the field that highlight the essential soft skills needed to thrive in the oil and gas sector.


  • Educational Insights: Practical advice and strategies for improving collaboration, navigating tough conversations, and fostering a positive work environment.


  • Industry Exploration: Discover the varied and often overlooked roles within the industry, and gain insights into how each contributes to the broader picture.


Our mission is to educate, inspire, and entertain by showcasing the people and processes that make the oil and gas industry tick. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, learn about new opportunities, or simply enjoy engaging stories, The Crude Cast has something for you.

Subscribe and join us on this journey as we uncover the rich tapestry of the oil and gas world, one story at a time.

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Episodes
  • Ep. #48 - Oil & Gas Investing, Risk, and Value Creation with Jay Young of King Operating
    May 13 2026

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    Jay Young, CEO of King Operating and author of The Upside of Oil and Gas Investing, joins The Crude Cast to explain how oil and gas investing works, what makes a project valuable, and why deal structure, geology, engineering, operations, and investor trust all matter.

    🔗 Learn more: https://www.kingoperating.com/

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    51 mins
  • Ep. #47 - Mineral Rights, Royalties, and AI in Oil & Gas with Jace Graham
    Apr 1 2026

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    In this episode of The Crude Cast, Travis McCaughey talks with Jace Graham about mineral rights, royalty interests, and how mineral deals work in the oil and gas industry.

    Jace explains the difference between mineral rights, royalty interests, non-participating royalty interests, overriding royalties, and working interests in clear terms. He also discusses how title, ownership history, landwork, and relationships affect mineral transactions, along with why trust and transparency still matter in a relationship-driven business.

    The conversation also covers how modern tools like AI, CRM systems, data workflows, and digital outreach are beginning to shape mineral acquisition and investor communication in oil and gas.

    This episode is a useful listen for:

    • oil and gas professionals
    • mineral owners
    • royalty owners
    • landmen
    • energy investors
    • anyone who wants to better understand the business side of oil and gas

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    🔗 Learn more: https://www.rising-phoenix.com/

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    59 mins
  • Ep. #46 - Understanding Dyslexia: Insights for the Oilfield Workforce - Russell Van Brocklen
    Feb 3 2026

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    In this episode of The Crude Cast, Travis sits down with Russell Van Brocklen to break down dyslexia in a way that actually matters on the job—especially in high-risk, procedure-driven work like oil and gas. Russell explains the brain science behind dyslexia, why many dyslexic thinkers become hyper-specialists, and how that can translate into exceptional performance in technical roles.

    They dig into hiring and training: why “What’s your specialty?” might be one of the best interview questions you can ask, how to train neurodiverse employees without “big picture first” confusion, and why starting ultra-specific can prevent misunderstandings that lead to incidents. Russell also lays out a practical method using short written steps and AI to confirm understanding—then having a supervisor approve it—so safety-critical tasks don’t get lost in translation.

    If you lead people, write SOPs, train new hires, or care about safety culture, this conversation will change how you think about learning differences—and how to unlock talent the right way.

    🔗 Learn more about Russell’s work: https://dyslexiaclasses.com/

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    📢 Join the Conversation!
    Want to share your thoughts or become part of The Crude Cast? Leave a voicemail or send a text now!

    Visit:
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    📺 www.youtube.com/@crudecommunication
    💼 www.linkedin.com/in/travismcc
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    🌐www.patreon.com/cw/thecrudecastpod

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