3 Podcasters Walk Into A Bar

3 Podcasters Walk Into A Bar


3 Podcasters Walk into a Bar EP 28 - The Lizard Threat: Hypocrisy and the Future of Oil and Gas

July 12, 2023

#oilandgasindustry #EnvironmentalHypocrisy #ESGRegulations #EndangeredSpeciesAct #JobPreservation #ConservationConcerns #LizardListing #IndustryChallenges #EnvironmentalBalance #PolicyImpact


00:00 - Intro

01:52 - Talks about David`s Article: Biden's war on oil and gas shifts to a Permian Basin blizzard

08:51 - Talks about Blocking Out the Sun

10:31 - Talks about the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Notice to proposed listing and a 60-day public comment period

14:22 - When we're talking about the animals that the wind industry kills, we should also talk about the birds

17:37 - Lithium mining operation out in Nevada being placed on hold by U.S Fish and Wildlife Service for 4 years now because of the claims about the so-called endangered buckwheat

20:35 - Talks about the Center for Biological Diversity using Endangered Species Act to stop any Projects or any human Progress

24:00 - What's coming around the corner this week for Ray Trevino and David Blackmon

26:12 - Outro


In this engaging podcast episode, Stuart Turley, Ray Trevino, and David Blackmon discuss the potential listing of the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard as an endangered species and its implications for the oil and gas industry. They shed light on the ESG hypocrisy surrounding environmental regulations, the impact of such listings on job opportunities, and the broader consequences of misguided policies. With a mix of insightful analysis and witty banter, the podcast highlights the challenges faced by the industry and the need for a balanced approach to environmental conservation.


Bullet Points:


- Discussion on the proposed listing of the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard as an endangered species and its potential impact on the oil and gas industry.


- Highlighting the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) hypocrisy in environmental regulations and the overlooked environmental consequences of wind farms.


- Emphasizing the significance of job preservation and the potential negative effects of listing the lizard on employment in the industry.


- Critiquing the excessive legal battles and abuse of the Endangered Species Act by radical environmental groups like the Center for Biological Diversity.


- Urging for a balanced and informed approach to environmental policies, considering the economic and practical implications of conservation measures.


David Blackmon is a Forbes author who writes Energy Absurdities of the Day. He has several active podcasts with ….. His industry leadership is evident, but a dry, calm way of expressing himself adds a different twist.


R.T. Trevillon is the podcast host of The Crude Truth filmed in Fort Worth Texas and runs an oil and gas E&P company. Pecos Country Operating has been in business for ….years and has a constant commitment to all of their stakeholders and is actively working in this oil and gas market.


Stu Turley is the co-podcast host of the Energy News Beat Podcast. While Stu is a legend in his own mind, he hosted over 500 episodes or conferences.

Theenergynewsbeat@substack.com