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On this week's episode, Jay welcomes Carlton Dixon, founder of the rapidly growing fashion brand Reveal Suits. A former high school basketball coach from South Dallas, Carlton shares his inspiring journey teaching himself the fashion industry after a vision to create custom suit linings representing players' schools—from overcoming immense challenges with no prior experience, to landing major contracts with teams like Florida State and Baylor football, collaborating with legends like Dirk Nowitzki on designs, and the surreal feeling of dressing icons like Bill Russell for the Hall of Fame. Carlton shares insights for other aspiring entrepreneurs and his vision for Reveal Suits' future, helping clients "reveal" their stories.

In this captivating episode, Jay Young delves into the mind of Chart Westcott, Co-Founder of the innovative biotech hedge fund Ikarian Capital and a true Renaissance man. Westcott's expertise spans finance, public service, philosophy, game theory, and geopolitics, making for a riveting conversation. Beyond his professional pursuits, Westcott's passion for adventure takes him sailing, offshore fishing, and playing poker from his base in San Juan, Puerto Rico. With a life guided by intellectual curiosity and a commitment to making a positive impact, Westcott promises to inspire and challenge listeners. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of ideas with this visionary guest.

Join Jay Young at the 2024 NAPE Expo as he sits down with Texas oil and gas legend Rhett Bennett, founder of Black Mountain. They discuss Rhett's journey from a Kentucky coal mining family to building a wildly successful frac sand company in the Texas shale plays. Rhett shares the strategy behind spotting opportunities, rapidly scaling, and navigating industry shifts. They also talk about game-changing technological innovations in horizontal drilling and fracking, how the Permian Basin went from 1 million barrels a day to 5.8 million in a decade, and the vital role of US energy in geopolitics and global security. Tune in for an inside look at the world of deal-making and value creation in oil and gas!


About Rhett Bennett: Rhett is the founder and chief executive officer of Black Mountain. He established Black Mountain in 2007, and today the organization includes several business units: exploration and production operations, EV battery metal mining, commercial saltwater disposal, and midstream and in-basin frac sand mining. Rhett has served as CEO of Black Mountain since its inception.Rhett is a member of many industry organizations, serving as a Board Member of the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers, as Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Fort Worth Wildcatters, the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA), the Texas Independent Producers & Royalty Owners Association (TIPRO), the National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO), the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL), Young Professionals in Energy (YPE), and the Fort Worth Petroleum Club. Rhett has been the recipient of numerous awards in his career: Oil & Gas Investor—Forty under 40, The Oil & Gas Awards – Future Industry Leader, EY Entrepreneur of the Year—Energy Services & National Finalist, and D CEO Magazine—Oilfield Services CEO of the Year. Rhett earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Georgia in 2003 and completed the Energy Executive Management Program at the University of Oklahoma Michael F. Price College Of Business in 2012.

Join Jay Young and special guest Steve Reese, an energy industry veteran of over 40 years, as they discuss Steve's specialty in oil and gas commercial contracts and auditing purchasers. Steve shares how his firm helps small and large producers alike market products, ensure accurate payments, and identify inefficient processes. With flaring regulations tightening and Bitcoin mining on the rise, Steve provides perspective on these industry trends and weighs in on the real economics behind crypto mining. Lastly, hear Steve's amazing testimony of surviving cancer, heart failure, and a kidney transplant over the past two years. You won't want to miss his incredible outlook on faith and perseverance.

About Steve Reese: After successful careers with Getty Oil Company and Texaco, Steve Reese founded Reese Energy Consulting in 1994, which provides a broad range of oil, natural gas, NGL and LNG services for producers, midstream firms and end-users across the nation. Our team of industry experts and years of specialized experience are nationally recognized for our unique strengths in energy research and project planning, midstream auditing, commodity brokering, midstream engineering and design, and full-service energy marketing.

Steve’s passion to share his knowledge in the natural gas and gas liquid industries is the foundation of Reese Energy Training, formed in 1997. He and his team of educators offer customized, online curricula for energy companies and their employees across the country.

For more information, visit Reese Energy Consulting on LinkedIn or www.ReeseEnergyConsulting.com and www.ReeseEnergyTraining.com

On the latest episode of the Jay Young Show, notable guest Ryan Binkley joins for an inspiring discussion on empowering America's future. As President and CEO of Generational Group and co-founder of Create Church, as well as a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, Binkley brings decades of diverse experience across business, ministry, and politics. The timely conversation aims to explore finding common ground on critical issues like the economy, healthcare, and values. With insightful perspectives from both sides, the episode looks to focus on positive, unifying themes and thoughtful action steps toward lifting communities across the nation. Viewers can anticipate an uplifting exchange of ideas on how we can work together for the brighter future we all hope to build.

In this week's episode of the Jay Young Show, the stage is set for an eye-opening discussion with Ed Lyon, the IRS's biggest nightmare and a renowned tax-reduction expert. With a knack for outsmarting tax codes and a touch of humor, Ed Lyon, dubbed "the funniest tax guy in America," joins Jay to share his wisdom on helping small businesses retain more of their hard-earned money. Throughout the episode, Jay probes Ed with essential questions, unraveling the most common tax mistakes made by business owners and offering practical advice for those dissatisfied with their current tax professionals. The dynamic conversation also delves into the significance of staying informed amidst the ever-changing tax landscape, unique strategies for financial advisors, and proactive approaches to tax planning throughout the year. Join the Jay Young Show for an engaging dialogue as Ed Lyon spills the secrets behind mastering the art of tax loopholes and legally beating the IRS.