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After 24 years as a landman, host Brent Broussard finally faced his first deposition—and it opened his eyes to how unprepared most landmen are for litigation. Oil and gas attorneys Lee Carr and Brian Wittpenn share street-smart strategies for avoiding lawsuits, handling depositions, and protecting yourself when litigation becomes inevitable.What You’ll LearnWhy avoiding litigation entirely is impossible (and the only foolproof method)Essential documentation practices that can save or sink your caseHow to handle agency disclosure requirements without killing dealsWhat to do immediately when served with a lawsuit or subpoenaCommunication strategies that protect you in adversarial situationsTime Stamps00:57 - Episode & Guest Intro01:37 - Landmen and Lawsuits02:58 - Avoiding Litigation as a Landman05:07 - Contract Disputes and Settlements07:35 - Deposition Costs and Realities09:54 - Ethics and Best Practices11:54 - Agency and Disclosure18:51 - Documentation and Process23:26 - Offers and Counter Offers26:12 - Importance of Termination Dates in Offers28:01 - Handling Legal Trouble: Initial Steps35:09 - Understanding Subpoenas and Document Retention40:41 - Best Practices for Professional Communication42:46 - File Retention47:48 - Episode Takeaways49:38 - Episode OutroSnippets from the Episode"Really, the only foolproof way to not get sued as a landman is to not be a landman. Outside of that, anybody can sue anybody for anything."— Lee Carr"Just a simple deposition—you're clicking off at probably an eight to ten thousand dollar bill leaving there, and then the transcript's going to be $800 to $1,000."— Lee Carr"Dance as if nobody's watching, but text and email as if it'll be read aloud in court one day."— Lee Carr"The best thing is don't ignore it. Litigation's not like a cold that just goes away if you try to ride it out."— Lee CarrKey TakeawaysLitigation avoidance is impossible—focus on risk mitigationClear agency disclosure protects against liability exposureDocument everything but qualify your work product limitationsProfessional communication standards prevent costly mistakesImmediate legal counsel engagement when litigation hitsSubpoena compliance requires understanding jurisdictional limitsFile retention policies must be documented and consistently appliedHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.⁠ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More From Our GuestsLee Carr on LinkedInBrian Wittpenn on LinkedInKearney, McWilliams & Davis, PLLC websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedInConnect With UsReady to protect your land projects with integrated legal and title support? Our Dudley Select Title division works seamlessly with experienced oil and gas counsel to keep your deals on track and defensible. Contact us to learn how our complete energy partnership approach includes the legal expertise that matters when stakes are high.

Veteran landman David Dachner shares his remarkable career journey, from having $1,000 to his name to building a multi-million-dollar oil and gas portfolio in the Austin Chalk. This candid conversation reveals how integrity, relationship-building, and strategic persistence transformed both his professional success and personal mission to give back through philanthropy in Honduras and personal development programs.What You’ll LearnHow to build lasting success through integrity and authentic relationships with landownersStrategic approaches to surviving oil industry downturns and market cyclesThe power of specializing in one geological formation for long-term profitabilityHow personal transformation can enhance rather than compromise professional successPractical wisdom for balancing career ambition with meaningful impactTime Stamps00:49 Episode & Guest Intro02:45 David's Early Life and Career Beginnings07:02 Navigating the Oil Industry in the 80s09:36 Challenges and Successes in Amarillo19:53 The Importance of Integrity and Relationships27:56 The Fast-Paced Culture of America28:45 Building Trust and Rapport as a Landman31:24 The Importance of Giving Back33:04 Discovery Programs and Personal Transformation36:36 The Abundant Life Foundation in Honduras41:38 Balancing Career and Philanthropy45:04 A Life-Changing Epiphany49:25 The Journey of Personal and Professional Growth52:52 Creating a Culture of Integrity and Purpose56:49 Episode Outro Snippets from the Episode"I always believed in the quality of life, not the quantity of life. I feel number one is I think we are, first of all, a giving industry."— David Dachner"I went through this program, and one night they said, 'I want you to write 10 pages on what your life is going to be like if you don't get what you want.' I woke up at five o'clock in the morning, and I had a spiritual epiphany where I encountered what I believed to be the Christ in my room. It changed my heart, and I gave my life to him that day."— David Dachner"Find the purpose in what you're doing. Find the why. Why are you doing it? You know how to do it and what you're doing, but why are you doing it?"— David DachnerKey TakeawaysAustin Chalk Specialization StrategyIntegrity-Based Relationship BuildingSurviving Industry Downturns Through PersistenceBalancing Professional Success with Personal MissionThe Roy Landowner Generosity StoryPersonal Transformation at Age 41Creating Culture Through Purpose-Driven LeadershipHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More From David DachnerDavid Dachner on LinkedInDiscovery ProgramsAbundant Life FoundationKimpton Grand Roatan Resort and SpaMore from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedInConnect With UsReady to hear more landman success stories and industry insights? Subscribe to The Land Department podcast and connect with us on LinkedIn. Know a landman with an inspiring story? Send us their name - we're building a library of industry biographies that showcase the incredible people in our business.

Texas Tech Energy Commerce faculty Kellie Estes and Jeremy Martin join us for an in-depth look at how one of the industry's premier energy education programs prepares students for careers spanning oil & gas, renewables, and commercial energy markets. From their rigorous capstone projects to alumni networks that span decades, discover what makes Tech graduates stand out and how the program has evolved to meet today's diverse energy landscape.What You’ll LearnHow Texas Tech's Energy Commerce program has evolved beyond traditional landman training to cover the full energy spectrumThe admission requirements and curriculum structure that makes Energy Commerce one of the most challenging business majorsWhy work ethic and communication skills trump perfect grades in building successful energy careersHow capstone projects simulate real-world deal-making from asset acquisition through productionThe role of alumni networks and industry partnerships in student success and program developmentTime Stamps00:41 - Episode & Guest Intro02:04 - Kelly's Journey with Energy Commerce04:30 - Jeremy's Return to Lubbock08:19 - Energy Commerce Program Overview13:20 - Team Building and Capstone Projects19:28 - Alumni Involvement and Industry Relevance23:50 - Evolving Curriculum and Industry Shifts26:18 - Characteristics of Successful Students28:12 - Changes in the Program Over the Years30:02 - Preparing Students for Renewable Energy31:53 - Internship Opportunities and Expectations35:07 - Balancing Traditional and Modern Education38:38 - Maintaining High Standards and Enrollment42:27 - Embracing AI and Technological Advancements51:19 - Conclusion and Contact InformationSnippets from the Episode"We give them a 12 to 18 month head start, and after that it's up to them to keep learning, to keep progressing, but we give them that foundation."— Kellie Estes"Work ethic is always the top for me. We've had many students come through here that have been C students and gone on to have a great career because they think outside the box."— Jeremy Martin"There's so many different opportunities in this industry. There's a place for everyone."— Kellie Estes"AI is only as good as the person being able to use it or disseminate the information."— Jeremy Martin"Land work is land work. You gotta have it, whether it's oil and gas, a solar farm, a wind farm, whatever. The basics that we teach them, that's going to translate over into either side of it."— Jeremy MartinKey TakeawaysProgram Structure and Standards MatterAlumni Networks Drive Industry SuccessReal-World Experience Beats Perfect GradesCommunication Skills Are Non-NegotiableEnergy Diversity Creates More Career PathsWork Ethic Trumps Natural TalentIndustry Evolution Requires Curriculum AdaptationResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More From Our GuestsKellie Estes - Director, Center for Energy Commerce, Texas Tech UniversityWebsite:⁠ https://www.ttu.edu/⁠⁠Contact Information⁠Jeremy Martin - Assistant Professor of Practice, Energy Commerce & Business EconomicsWebsite: ⁠https://www.ttu.edu/⁠⁠Contact Information⁠More from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn

SummaryTexas moves closer to primacy for carbon capture and sequestration projects as legal frameworks evolve and landmen navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Our expert guests break down the latest developments in CCS permitting, pore space ownership, and the practical challenges of putting these massive projects together in today's market.What You’ll LearnCurrent status of Texas primacy for CCS well permitting and expected timelineHow pore space ownership varies between Texas and LouisianaWhy large contiguous properties remain essential for CCS project successThe role of unitization and integration in future CCS developmentPipeline challenges that could make or break project economicsLegal considerations around plume migration and potential tort issuesTime Stamps01:00 - Episode & Guest Introductions03:00 - Primacy in Texas06:00 - Primacy in Other States13:00 - Challenges and Considerations in Louisiana17:00 - CCS in West Virginia and Other States21:00 - Ownership & Legal Issues in Texas31:00 - Understanding Carbon Capture Injection Projects33:00 - Challenges in Securing Agreements for Carbon Capture34:00 - Cost and Timeline of Carbon Capture Projects35:00 - Legal Considerations in Carbon Capture39:00 - Unitization and Integration in Carbon Capture47:00 - Pipeline Challenges in Carbon CaptureSnippets from the Episode"The state agency that's been responsible for administering the rules for oil and gas development and has this huge store of knowledge is now going to administer the rules for carbon capture, which is something of an inverse process to oil and gas development."— Jerry Walrath"One of the biggest things that I find day to day that is consuming my time is you have a lack of regulation, and you have a lot of first-of-kind commercial arrangements because you're joining groups together that have not been joined before into what looks kind of like a traditional oil and gas transaction."— KC McAdam"In Louisiana, you're gonna flip that on its head - the surface owner owns the pore space, but there may be oil and gas activity, you're gonna want to make sure that you're covering yourself from the other angle."— KC McAdamKey TakeawaysTexas Primacy Progress - MOA Signed, But Timeline UncertainPore Space Ownership Varies Significantly by StateLarge Contiguous Properties Remain Essential for Early ProjectsUnitization Rules Needed for Future CCS DevelopmentPipeline Economics Can Make or Break Project ViabilityLegal Frameworks Still Evolving Around Plume MigrationFirst-of-Kind Commercial Arrangements Create New ChallengesHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠More from Our GuestJerry Walrath - Partner, KMW Energy LawWebsite: kmwenergylaw.comConnect with Jerry Walrath on LinkedInKC McAdam - CCS Legal and Commercial SpecialistSpecializes in hard-to-abate industries and CCS project developmentConnect with KC McAdam on LinkedInMore from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedInReady to navigate the evolving CCS landscape? Whether you're working on carbon capture projects or need expertise across traditional and renewable energy development, Dudley Land Company brings 45+ years of energy expertise to every project. From pore space agreements to pipeline corridors, we're your complete energy partner with integrated solutions that keep projects on time and on budget.Visit us at dudleylandcompany.com or connect with our team to discuss how our experience in both oil and gas and emerging energy sectors can support your next project.

We talk team growth, recruitment struggles, and the trends shaping the next wave of energy projects. From promotions and new hires to the ongoing challenge of finding top talent, the conversation sheds light on what’s happening behind the scenes. With humor and real-world insights, Brent, Brandon, and Steve share how they’re adapting to a busy, ever-changing market.Time Stamps01:00 - Episode Intro03:30 - Company Announcements and Promotions06:45 - New Hires and Team Updates10:17 - Conferences Golf Tournaments16:22 - Industry Activity and Market Trends20:57- Renewable Energy Outlook21:24 - Data Centers and Energy Integration23:51 - Challenges in Staffing and Recruitment33:31 - Regional Differences in Landman Sourcing41:25 - Summer Plans and Future OutlookSnippets from the Episode"All of a sudden, you’re seeing a shift from ‘oil and gas is bad and green is good’ to ‘now we need oil and gas.’ Data centers might be the bridge that brings everyone together." -Steve"If you’re starting to look for landmen when you need to staff a job, you’re already too late. You have to be aggressive and proactive to keep good people on your projects." -Brent“We’re definitely seeing a little uptick in new energy projects like hydrogen, lithium, and geothermal, which is a great opportunity for landmen to adapt and grow.” -BrandonHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠Meet With Dudley⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠Dudley Select Title⁠Watch On ⁠Youtube⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On ⁠LinkedIn⁠Subscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? ⁠Email us⁠More from Our HostsConnect with ⁠Brent⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠Brandon⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠Steve⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠Khalil⁠ on LinkedIn

How do you scale teams, develop leaders, and stay ahead of AI changes? From staffing shortages in division order roles to implementing quarterly "rocks" for execution, this behind-the-scenes look covers the real challenges of running land projects in today's market.Time Stamps00:51 - Episode Intro01:31 - New Projects and Kickoff Calls03:10 - Due Diligence and Planning08:45 - In-House Services and Staffing Challenges16:06 - Leadership Transition & Development19:42 - Effective Delegation and Team Building21:40 - Implementing Company-Wide Initiatives22:40 - Team Growth and Community Involvement23:36 - Implementing Lean Principles26:02 - Scaling Up with Rocks32:12 - AI in Title Examination37:48 - Kudu Land SystemSnippets from the EpisodeThe real power is gonna come when you can take an AI and have it retrieve and combine information from your brokerage land system with your in-house system and your well files and lease analysis, and all those things. When it can marry all that seamlessly, that's when you're gonna really see the power, and when you can prompt it accordingly. -BrentTeam building is not about the trust falls; it's about understanding what your strengths and weaknesses are, being able to read what other people's strengths and weaknesses are, and how to communicate with those people. How do you take ownership as a project manager to ensure that every time you fire up something new, it's not a new experience, right? It's just a new scenario, and you're applying those tactics. -BrentHow do you elevate your team? Sometimes, elevating your team is delegating and letting go of some of the things that you're doing that you're not doing as well as you should be. -Brent⁠Help us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.⁠ResourcesTLD 045 - Inside Kudu: The Land Management Suite TLD 042 - Enverus and AI with Colin WestmorelandTLD 023 - AI for Landmen with Jerris JohnsonNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠More from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠on LinkedIn

From being a VP of Land at 26, to teaching high school English, to leading a national energy association — Nancy McCaskell’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, she shares powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and how to inspire the next generation.Time Stamps00:52 - Episode & Guest Intro03:39 - Nancy's Career Beginnings07:09 - VP of Land at 2611:59 - Transition to Teaching13:09 - Leadership and Mentorship22:35 - The Importance of Trust and Authenticity26:44 - Challenges and Growth28:59 - Building Relationships and Delegation31:02 - The Importance of Honest Feedback33:59 - Philanthropy and Community Involvement37:57 - Leadership and Career Development40:17 - The Role of AAPL in Supporting Landmen46:30 - Governmental Affairs and Lobbying Efforts50:42 - Adapting to the Evolving Energy Sector54:05 - The Importance of Education and Networking57:50 - Reflections on a Year as AAPL President59:31 - Closing Remarks and Future PlansSnippets from the Episode“ Energy is a rollercoaster business, and we have to make certain that people understand that. But it's a good business, it goes from the practical to things that no one thinks about every day, like national security and energy, and where's that gonna go, and what part do you play.” -Nancy McCaskell ”Living it every day. It is the same practices and principles. The terminology changes a little bit, but land work is land work. We live it. Land work is land work.” -Patrick Durman“ There's so much to it, and it's ever evolving. We're always gonna need energy. There's, there's, there's no denying that. We gotta have more electric utilities. We've gotta have more pipeline.” -Brent Broussard ”Somebody had to buy those right-of-ways, and that's us. Somebody had to be able to go out and get permission to do that, and that's us. We're landmen, we do that. We don't drill the wells, but we make it possible. That makes me proud of what we do.” -Nancy McCaskellHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠⁠⁠Meet With Dudley⁠⁠⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠⁠⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠⁠⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠⁠⁠Dudley Select Title⁠⁠⁠Watch On ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠More from Our GuestConnect with⁠ Nancy⁠ on LinkedInAAPL ⁠website⁠Masonboro Energy ⁠websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with ⁠⁠⁠Brent⁠⁠⁠ on LinkedInConnect with Patrick on LinkedInConnect with ⁠⁠⁠Khalil ⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn

How do successful leaders balance work and personal life while building incredible teams? Join Brent Broussard and Zack Oliva as they share their experiences and lessons on energy leadership.Time Stamps00:41 - Episode & Guest Intro03:41 - Elevating Leadership Through Perspective10:18 - Importance of Feedback and Communication19:06 - Balancing Work and Personal Life24:29 - Encouraging Work-Life Balance in the Team25:47 - Priorities and Focus27:11 - Building Systems for Idea Management29:05 - Challenges in Execution36:21 - Team Structures and Leadership Development38:19 - Creating a Culture of Appreciation42:03 - Effective Communication and Team Dynamics44:47 - Traits of Successful Team Players50:24 - Client Relationships and Success56:38 - Leadership and Personal Growth01:02:08 - Zack Oliva's Contact DetailsSnippets from the Episode"I find with people issues, and leadership issues, and sometimes strategic issues, it's better to just take a step back for a little bit and try and get that altitude." -Zack"I think of weekends as my reward for a week, a week I worked hard at. I think of it as a precondition for me to be able to show up on Monday and perform with a team." -Zack"The worst thing you can do is look down upon someone you're asking to work for you." -Brent" You're only as good as the people you work with." -BrentHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? ⁠Meet With Dudley⁠Need Help with Staffing? Connect with ⁠Dudley Staffing ⁠Streamline Your Title Process with ⁠Dudley Select Title⁠Watch On ⁠Youtube⁠Follow Dudley Land Co. On⁠ LinkedIn⁠Have Questions? ⁠Email us⁠More from Our GuestOliva Gibbs WebsiteZack Oliva on LinkedInMore from Our HostsConnect with ⁠Brent⁠ on LinkedInConnect with ⁠Khalil ⁠on LinkedIn

Discover how Kudu is transforming land management! Learn how this revolutionary suite is streamlining processes, improving accuracy, and saving time and money. Tune in!Time Stamps02:00 - Episode & Guest Intro02:46 - Historical Land Management Practices04:25 - Transition to Digital Databases05:24 - Advantages of Using Databases07:17 - Kudu Suite 10115:26 - Generating Reports with Kudu17:40 - Client Access and Project Setup19:59 - Understanding Working Interest with Kudu22:26 - Client Success Stories26:51 - Upcoming Features and Contact Information28:56 - Episode OutroSnippets from the Episode“ When I first started, everything pretty much was on paper.  Now, with Kudu, it's an expansive, web-based system, so it's gonna be a lot easier for our contractors to utilize it, for our clients to jump in and access it. So, we're excited about it. It’s growing every day.” -Brandon Dodds  Kudu is very capable of helping micromanage leasing and acquisition projects, and you can get a very good sense of what's happening because all the activity that we do is built into the system.” -Brandon DoddsHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestBrandon Dodds’ InfoBrandon Dodds on LinkedInMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Dive into an inspiring conversation with industry powerhouse Abigail Hopper as she shares her journey of leadership, authenticity, and tackling legislative challenges. Discover how her candid approach is shaping the future of renewable energy.Time Stamps01:12 - Episode & Guest Intro03:13 - Legislation Impacting the Renewable Energy Sector13:24 - The Power of Vulnerability and Authentic Leadership18:59 - Challenges in Being Vulnerable on LinkedIn27:30 - Navigating Hardships and Personal Growth29:51 - Upcoming Events and Industry Insights32:41 - Empowering Women in the IndustrySnippets from the Episode“It's so clear that solar and storage are making such a huge impact on the Texas economy. But in some ways, perhaps that's our challenge, that it's so clear that solar and storage are making such an impact on the Texas economy, that there are a lot of folks who would like to stop us in our tracks.” -Abigail Hopper ”I think that when we're able to let people truly see us, you get more of a buy-in from them, and that's where I see clients that become friends and people that I see at the conferences who I'm genuinely excited to see.” -Natalie Johns  When things aren't working, you can acknowledge it and say, “You know what? We haven't figured out this communication pathway. This message is not landing. This lobbying effort doesn't seem to be taking off. Let's reevaluate it.” Like, there is a freedom that comes from just being able to say the hard thing and acknowledge difficult situations.” -Abigail HopperHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestAbigail Hopper on LinkedInSEIA websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with Natalie on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Dive into the world of geothermal with Brent Broussard and industry expert Jason Peart. From traditional systems to next-gen innovations, explore how geothermal could revolutionize our energy solutions.Time Stamps00:55 Episode & Guest Intro02:49 Understanding Geothermal Technology03:38 Next-Gen Geothermal Innovations10:24 Scaling and Economic Viability14:03 Regulatory and Market Considerations26:31 Challenges in Adapting Oil & Gas Wells for Geothermal28:15 Sage's Test Well and Casing Size Considerations35:15 Ownership and Regulatory Aspects of Geothermal Energy46:24 Future of Geothermal: Storage vs. Direct Power GenerationSnippets from the Episode“Some of these oil and gas companies are starting to invest in the geothermal space through new entrants like Sage, and others as well, because it's a clear parallel to the work they're doing.” -Jason Peart ”We know the heat is underground wherever you go. We know with modern drilling technologies, we can drill to most of these depths, and we know we can create our own reservoirs to access this heat.” -Jason PeartHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestJason Peart on LinkedInSage Geosystems websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Join Brent Broussard and Colin Westmoreland as they delve into the journey of Enverus in shaping the future of land data, innovative mapping techniques, and how technology like generative AI is revolutionizing the energy sector. Tune in to find out how to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of energy tech!Time Stamps01:10 - Episode & Guest Intro04:37 - The Genesis of Drilling Info and Enverus06:45 - Innovations in Land Data and Mapping09:28 - Scaling and Differentiating in a Competitive Market21:32 - Current State and Future of Enverus27:13 - Expansion into Renewables28:52- Underutilized Features of Prism31:29 - Challenges in Digital Transformation33:46 - Generative AI and Its Impact39:48 - Innovations in Land Data Management44:39 - Future of AI in Business54:10 - Episode OutroSnippets from the EpisodeWe have to continue to innovate. We build things, we sell things, but we have to identify and make sure we're looking at what the problems are going to be tomorrow. And are we solving for those problems tomorrow? -Colin WestmorelandIf you don't evolve and you don't get in front, you won't scale. -Colin WestmorelandEverybody has to understand that generative Ai isn't going out and solving problems that we couldn't solve. It's just reducing that time to value gap, right? -Colin WestmorelandIf you're going to be in this business, you better be a survivor and you better adapt. That's kind of the story of a landman. -Brent BroussardHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick surveyResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestColin Westmoreland on LinkedInEnverus WebsiteMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Dr. Michelle Foss breaks down the intricate web of energy transition, what it means for the future of resources, and the role of the U.S. in the global mining landscape. Don't miss this deep dive into a critical topic!Time Stamps 00:58 - Episode & Guest Intro 02:32 - Dr. Foss' Background and Career Journey 08:32 - Historical Context of Energy and Mining 14:19 - Challenges in Modern Energy Projects 17:09 - Global Supply Chains and Material Dependencies 21:47 - Realities of Energy Transition Costs 25:20 - Voter Sentiments and Policy Implications 27:14 - Commercial Viability of Energy Projects 29:34 - Future of Energy and Land Management 33:31 - Technological Innovations and Industry Improvements 34:01 - Applying Technology to Alternative Energy 35:01 - Nanotube Fibers and Wind Turbines 36:33 - Challenges in Electric Power Grids 37:58 - Global Supply Chains and China's Role 41:41 - Mining and Mineral Production in the U.S. 48:32 - Future of U.S. Mining Projects 59:08 - Episode OutroHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode "The whole idea that you could do this and the energy transition would be cheap was probably bad advertising because it's not, it's expensive. -Dr. Michelle Foss “We've been saying for years the wind and solar businesses need to grow up for crying out loud.” -Dr. Michelle Foss  ”Renewable, I hate that word because nothing is renewable.” -Dr. Michelle Foss  ”What a lot of people have come to realize is that that magical phrase, energy transition, you don't get that unless you have a materials transition.” -Dr. Michelle FossResources Need Help With A Project? Meet With Dudley Need Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select Title Watch On Youtube Follow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedIn Have Questions? Email usMore from Our Guest Visit the Baker Institute website Dr. Michelle Foss’ Biography Baker Institute on LinkedInMore from Our Hosts Connect with Brent on LinkedIn Connect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Discover how to streamline your financial operations as an independent landman with practical tips from CPA Josh Mullins. From establishing the right business entity to the best practices in bookkeeping, this episode is packed with invaluable advice!Time Stamps 00:48 - Episode & Guest Intro 01:57 -Understanding Contractor vs. Employee 08:17 -Navigating Business Entities for Landmen 13:59 - Tax Benefits and Payroll Considerations 18:22 - Practical Business Expense Management 25:14 - Bookkeeping Best Practices 27:59 - Understanding Business Expenses 29:29 - The Importance of Good Accounting 31:12 - Navigating Tax Obligations 36:46 - Building a Strong Advisory Team 40:33 -Managing Money and Building Networks 50:01 - Episode OutroHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode "Keep your expenses and your income separate for business purposes. Open you up a business bank account and your revenue gets deposited into that bank account." -Josh Mullins "If you're going to do this work as an independent contractor for years to come, get it set up right from the beginning.' - Brent Broussard "As an independent, you're a business owner.  Everyone who steps into that role has to understand they're assuming a whole new level of responsibility when it comes to their financial management because there's not anybody doing it for you anymore." -Josh MullinsResources Need Help With A Project? Meet With Dudley Need Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing  Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select Title Watch On Youtube Follow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedIn Subscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. Monthly Have Questions? Email usMore from Our Guests Connect with Josh Mullins on LinkedIn Connect withArledge Connect withBrent on LinkedIn Connect with Khalil on LinkedInMore from Our Hosts Connect withBrent on LinkedIn Connect withKhalil on LinkedIn

Ever wondered what Hollywood gets right and wrong about landmen? In this special episode, we share the “Landman Now: Landman TV Series Companion Podcast” where Chad Smith, Jodi Gallegos, Robert Rice, and our very own Brent Broussard sit down to review the episode 8 of the Landman series on Paramount Plus. Don't miss these insider critiques and stories!Time Stamps00:00 - Episode Intro01:02 - Guests Intro02:44 - Discussing Episode 8: Rebecca vs. Cooper05:34 - Legal Realities vs. Hollywood Dramatization06:39 - Negotiation Tactics in the Land Profession19:17 - The Stress of Being a Landman23:28 - Crazy Landman Stories31:41 - Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode"Most of the attorneys I've met on gas are real good people. So I don't want that misconception getting too far out there." -Chad Smith"It's a tough industry to be in, because when it's good, it's great. When it's bad, it's bad." - Robert Rice"I always tell a lot of our landmen and people we work with, when you're involved in something, what you say and what you do can always come back. But until you're involved in that, you don't really know." - Brent Broussard"It's been eye-opening and educational to hear how it really happens." - Jodi GallegosMore from AAPL’s Landman Now PodcastLandman TV Series Companion Podcast - Episode 8Landman Now Podcast on AppleLandman Now on YouTubeAAPL websiteMore from the Show’s ParticipantsConnect with Robert Rice on LinkedInConnect with Jodi Gallegos on LinkedInConnect with Chad Smith on LinkedInConnect with Brent Broussard on LinkedInThe Land Department ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email us

Gain insights on the evolving landscape of energy mergers from seasoned experts at Bracewell. Discover the dynamics of investor trust, capital stewardship, and the future outlook in this must-listen episode.Time Stamps01:12 - Episode Intro02:14 - Market Trends and Investment Shifts08:26 - Investor Trust and Capital Stewardship08:55 - Family Offices and Private Equity Dynamics09:41 - Role of Public Companies and Global Demand Dynamics10:55 - Bracewell's Energy Transactions and Clientele13:00 - Midstream Mergers and Contractual Challenges18:44 - Post-Merger Asset Management and Future Outlook37:46 - Back to the Drawing Board: Reevaluating PSAs and Exhibits38:37 - Understanding the PSA: Key Elements and Common Pitfalls42:36 - The Importance of Early Involvement in Due Diligence46:21 - Navigating Land Due Diligence: Best Practices and Strategies52:09 - Water Rights and Contracts: Key Considerations59:30 - Episode OutroHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode"A lot of these transactions where a company is going out and acquiring either, whether they're profit equity backed or they're merging merger of equals, a lot of what we see from the midstream perspective on those types of mergers is a checkerboard pattern of crossed over dedications and midstream capacity." -John Stavinoha"As these companies consolidate and get bigger, they're seeking out efficiencies and cost savings and they're also going through a reprioritization of their inventory stack. And so, some of that's taking a little bit longer. There's a lot that goes into a lot of these large scale mergers." -Austin Lee"One of the things that we could hopefully see down the line is, know,  gas assets, hopefully coming back into the picture." -Austin Lee"The more proactive a client can be with reaching out to their support teams, whether it be on the legal side or on the land side, the better." -Brent BroussardResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestsConnect with Austin Lee on LinkedInConnect with John Stavinoha on LinkedInBracewell websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Steve on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Are we setting up the next generation of field landmen for success? Tune in to our latest discussion about empowering young talent and redefining paths in land management. Let's shape a thriving future together! Time Stamps00:43 - Episode Introduction01:54 - Challenges in Recruiting Young Talent04:25 - Evolution of the Landman Profession08:46 - Training and Development in a Digital Age20:11 - Struggles with Recruitment and Training27:43 - Value and Appreciation for Field Landmen36:36 - Investing in the FutureHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode“There's definitely an age gap and an experience gap in the field landman kind of side of the business.” - Brent“We've handicapped ourselves as an industry in the field side of things.” - Brent“We need more ammunition to bring a younger crowd into this industry.” - Steve“Just because you have a day rate doesn't mean that's what your average per day is.” - Steve“We're coming from an angle of here's what we need for our people to make them happy, to keep them here, to keep them loyal to you.” - BrentResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email usMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Steve on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Grab your favorite holiday drink and join us for a festive Christmas Cocktail Hour! In this special episode, we’re wrapping up 2024, sharing our holiday plans, and giving you an exclusive sneak peek at what’s in store for 2025.Time Stamps00:31 - Whiskey Talk and Holiday Reflections05:55  - College Football09:51  - Favorite Podcast Episodes of the Year10:43  - Dudley Staffing and Business Growth14:44  - New Team Members16:20  - Annual Planning and Growth Mindset19:58  - Podcast Shoutouts and Future Topics21:15  - Dudley Christmas Newsletter25:16  - End of Year Reflections and Future Plans30:48 -  Upcoming Podcast Guests and Exciting Topics36:36  - Holiday PlansSnippets from the Episode"This is the busiest I can remember the end of the year. Our guys are swamped. That's a great sign. It doesn't seem to be slowing down any time in 2025." -Steve Carr"It was a good year, looking back. Great hires this year. We still need to hire some more. We've got that growth mentality, with scaling up and, you know, how can we be better? And we're seeing the fruits of that." -Brent Broussard"It's worked out really well. It's gotten us a lot more organized and growth-minded. Growing our company, growing our knowledge, growing our employees. I mean, it's really full spectrum. -Brandon WardHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.ResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email usMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Brandon on LinkedInConnect with Steve on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Get the inside scoop on the landmark legal cases shaping the energy industry! This episode with Brad Gibbs dives into Texas' new business court, admin changes, and more. Don't miss these hot takes!Time Stamps00:37 - Episode & Guest Intro01:43 - Oliva Gibbs Updates02:56 - Key Legal Cases of 202403:47 - Adverse Possession Case Analysis06:46 - Washout Cases and Implications11:34 - NPRI Burdens and Allocation Wells12:46 - Core Space Ownership in Salt Mines15:57 - Lithium Extraction and Legalities24:15 - Expanding Lease Language for Emerging Minerals26:17 - Royalty Disputes and Future Outlook28:00 - Navigating Emerging Concepts in Energy29:04 - Speculation and Agreements in the Energy Sector30:33 - Impact of Administration on Energy Development33:02 - Natural Gas and Market Dynamics35:09 - Consolidation Trends in the Energy Industry39:48 - Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Challenges42:08 - Legal Aspects of Co-Development Projects46:07 - Texas Business Courts and Energy Litigation50:09 - Future Outlook for Energy Firms52:11 - Episode OutroHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode"We've seen our transactional practice, our litigation practice, grow in the last year. So that's been very exciting to be able to add sort of that additional value to our clients." -Brad GibbsOne of the things I'd love to see the administration do is get behind more infrastructure buildouts. Yeah, solar projects are sexy and great, but you got to be able to get that energy to the grid in an efficient, and effective manner." - Brent Broussard"I think it's a good time to be an oil and gas firm and a good time to be a broker. I think we all just want to make hay while the sun's shining." - Brad GibbsResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestConnect with Brad Gibbs on LinkedInOliva Gibbs websiteMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn

Join Brent Broussard and Jonathan Grammer as they delve into a comprehensive conversation about the complexities and evolving nature of land management in the energy sector. Time Stamps00:48 - Episode Intro01:34 - Guest Introduction: Jonathan Grammer03:12 - Jonathan's Background and Career10:57 - Challenges in Land and Energy Development15:35 - Collaborative Efforts in Energy Projects21:38 - Carbon Storage & Mineral Development28:38 - Texas: The Energy Leader30:01 - Challenges Facing Landowners42:00 - Future Trends in Land and Energy49:04 - Low-Hanging Fruits in Energy DevelopmentHelp us improve our podcast! Share your thoughts in our quick survey.Snippets from the Episode"We live in challenging times, but that doesn't mean they need to be defeated. it just means minds have to get a lot sharper, more creative." - Jonathan Grammer"The best way to prevent a fire is to not let it start." - Brent Broussard"I think it's going to be a ride. And you better try to get on the front row seat so that you can be proactive about where you position yourself as a landman or energy professional." - Brent Broussard"We live in a development period, not a wildcat period. Acreage matters way more today." - Jonathan Grammer"The biggest challenge is going to be proof of concept." - Jonathan Grammer"Money is going to get impatient. People are going to get impatient. Legislators are going to get impatient. And the people that are going to benefit right now are those  that have their minds fixed on 2030." - Jonathan GrammerResourcesNeed Help With A Project? Meet With DudleyNeed Help with Staffing? Connect with Dudley Staffing Streamline Your Title Process with Dudley Select TitleWatch On YoutubeFollow Dudley Land Co. On LinkedInSubscribe To Our Newsletter, The Land Dept. MonthlyHave Questions? Email usMore from Our GuestGrammer Law Group websiteConnect with Jonathan Grammer on LinkedInMore from Our HostsConnect with Brent on LinkedInConnect with Khalil on LinkedIn