The Jay Young Show

Jay Young

Join Jay R. Young, who is part of four generations in the oil and gas industry, as he explores leadership and entrepreneurship, including in the oil and gas industry on The Jay Young Show. With deep family roots and industry experience, Jay delivers valuable insights on minimizing risk and maximizing returns. Each episode features engaging discussions on leadership principles, innovative investment strategies, and the latest industry trends. As the Founder and CEO of King Operating Corporation and author of the Forbes Book, "The Upside Of Oil And Gas Investing" Jay provides a unique blend of wisdom and cutting-edge thinking. Whether you’re an investor, industry professional, or curious about petroleum, tune in to gain actionable insights and thrive in the energy sector.

  1. 3d ago

    #281: Rhett Bennett on Building Black Mountain, Scaling Fast and Finding Opportunity in Energy

    Jay Young revisits his conversation with Rhett Bennett, Founder and CEO of Black Mountain, recorded at the 2024 NAPE Expo. Rhett shares how growing up in a Kentucky coal mining family shaped his path into the energy business and how he went on to build Black Mountain into a diversified energy company with operations spanning exploration and production, frac sand, midstream, saltwater disposal and battery metals. Jay and Rhett discuss the strategy behind identifying opportunities early, scaling businesses quickly and adapting as the energy industry changes. Rhett also breaks down the growth of Black Mountain’s frac sand business and how innovation in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing helped transform U.S. oil and gas production. They also look at the remarkable growth of the Permian Basin, the technology that made that growth possible and the broader role of American energy production in the global economy, geopolitics and energy security. It’s a conversation about entrepreneurship, deal-making, innovation and creating value in one of the world’s most dynamic industries. About Rhett Bennett:Rhett Bennett is the Founder and CEO of Black Mountain, which he established in 2007. Black Mountain has grown to include businesses across exploration and production, in-basin frac sand mining, midstream, commercial saltwater disposal and battery metals. Rhett has been active across numerous energy industry organizations and has received several honors throughout his career, including Oil & Gas Investor’s Forty Under 40, EY Entrepreneur of the Year in Energy Services and D CEO Magazine’s Oilfield Services CEO of the Year. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Georgia and later completed the Energy Executive Management Program at the University of Oklahoma’s Michael F. Price College of Business. The Jay Young Show is sponsored by King Operating Corporation. To learn more about direct oil and gas investing and the potential tax benefits associated with these investments, visit kingoperating.com. Always consult your own tax, legal and financial professionals regarding your individual circumstances. Subscribe to The Jay Young Show wherever you listen to podcasts and watch on YouTube at JayRYoungOfficial.

  2. Sep 30

    #279: WTI Back Above $90, Diesel Tightens + Q4 Tax Planning | The Rundown

    WTI is back above $90, diesel supplies remain tight, and energy markets continue to react to changing global supply conditions. On this week’s Oil & Gas Rundown, Rachel Griffith is joined by Eric Rice, EVP of Strategic Partnerships, and Kelly Duncan, EVP of Engineering, to break down what happened in energy this week, why it matters, and what investors should be watching next. This week: • WTI + Diesel: WTI climbs back above $90 while tight diesel supplies put additional pressure on U.S. fuel markets.• From the Field: Kelly shares updates from Bivins and the Mid-Continent, including how severe weather can affect drilling operations.• Oil & Gas 101: What happens after a well is fracked? Kelly explains flowback and the path from completion to first oil.• Investor Corner: Why Q4 tax planning should start now, including how oil and gas investments may offer potential tax benefits and how to use King Operating’s tax calculator to explore the numbers.• Inside King Operating: Current development activity, KOP III updates, and how King is preparing opportunities for NAPE.• What’s Next: Jay Young’s upcoming second-edition book, King Operating’s 30th anniversary, and upcoming webinars covering tax strategy, AI-driven energy demand, and the changing U.S. energy landscape. Upcoming Events:October 7 at 11 a.m. CT — Powering the Next Economy: Why AI, Energy Demand and a Changing World Are Putting U.S. Oil and Gas Back in Focus. Register here: https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/1017901753466/WN_skbZiFaNRQa4qrgMqu2gOw October 13 at 2 p.m. CT — Rethinking Your Tax Strategy with Ed Lyon. Register here: https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/6717875814427/WN_74qEHjcVRXCoBiVE6vqwyw Subscribe and join us each week for the latest on oil and gas markets, field operations, investing, and what’s happening inside King Operating Corporation.

  3. Sep 30

    #278: What Still Drives Oil & Gas Markets? | David Blackmon on Energy, Policy & Demand

    In this episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay goes back into the archives for a conversation with David Blackmon, a longtime expert on oil, natural gas, and U.S. energy policy. Jay and David discuss the boom-and-bust cycles that have shaped the oil and gas industry, the impact of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing on American energy production, and the supply-and-demand forces that influence oil and natural gas prices. They also explore energy policy, electric vehicles, renewable energy, infrastructure, and the bigger question of whether the world is truly approaching peak demand for oil and gas. Revisiting this conversation today offers an interesting look at what has changed, what hasn’t, and which fundamentals continue to shape the energy markets. Topics include:• Oil and gas boom-and-bust cycles• Horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing• Oil and natural gas supply and demand• U.S. energy policy• Electric vehicles and renewable energy• Energy infrastructure• Peak oil and gas demand• The long-term outlook for domestic energy The Jay Young Show is sponsored by King Operating Corporation. As investors approach year-end planning, direct oil and gas investments may offer potential tax advantages for qualifying investors, including deductions associated with certain drilling and development expenses, along with exposure to domestic energy assets. Learn more about King Operating Corporation at KingOperating.com. Subscribe to The Jay Young Show for more conversations about energy, investing, business, and the people shaping these industries.

  4. Sep 23

    #275: The Rundown: Diesel Prices, SPR at 44-Year Low, LNG Opportunity + King Field Updates

    This week on The Rundown, Rachel Griffith is joined by Jay Young, Founder & CEO of King Operating, Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Ian Crane, Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fast-paced look at what’s happening across the oil and gas industry. We break down three major energy stories making headlines: rising U.S. diesel prices and discussion around a potential export ban, the Strategic Petroleum Reserve falling to its lowest level since 1982, and U.S.–China talks that could potentially reopen a major market for American LNG. Then we head From the Field for updates on Bivins and Mid-Continent activity, explain well spacing and horizontal well interference in Oil & Gas 101, and discuss why investors may want to start thinking about Q4 tax planning before year-end. We’ll also cover what’s happening inside King Operating, upcoming drilling plans, KOP III updates, and two upcoming webinars: Oct. 7 at 11 a.m. CT Powering the Next Economy: Why AI, Energy Demand and a Changing World Are Putting U.S. Oil & Gas Back in Focus Featuring John Mauldin and Rachel Griffith Register Now: https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/1017901753466/WN_skbZiFaNRQa4qrgMqu2gOw Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. CT Rethinking Your Tax Strategy: Part 2 of our tax series with Ed Lyon Register Now: https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/6717875814427/WN_74qEHjcVRXCoBiVE6vqwyw MARKET → FIELD → EDUCATION → INVESTOR → KING → WHAT’S NEXT That’s your Rundown.

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Join Jay R. Young, who is part of four generations in the oil and gas industry, as he explores leadership and entrepreneurship, including in the oil and gas industry on The Jay Young Show. With deep family roots and industry experience, Jay delivers valuable insights on minimizing risk and maximizing returns. Each episode features engaging discussions on leadership principles, innovative investment strategies, and the latest industry trends. As the Founder and CEO of King Operating Corporation and author of the Forbes Book, "The Upside Of Oil And Gas Investing" Jay provides a unique blend of wisdom and cutting-edge thinking. Whether you’re an investor, industry professional, or curious about petroleum, tune in to gain actionable insights and thrive in the energy sector.

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