In Episode 93 of "The Energy Question" podcast, David Blackmon interviews Dan Naatz, the Chief Operating Officer of the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA), and Mallori Miller, the Vice President of Government Relations at BP. They discuss the challenges faced by the domestic oil and natural gas industry, including regulatory issues, the impact of federal policies on small producers, and the importance of advocacy. Knotts and Miller emphasize the need for regulatory certainty and encourage energy voters to stay informed about industry-related issues.

Highlights of the Podcast

02:13 - The big independent producers in the United States

03:19 - About the fact that IPAA is in a large way

05:30 - Part of the challenge in Washington

07:01 - The industry in Washington

09:57 - A big piece of the advocacy in IPAA

11:31 - The mature in Wyoming

14:08 - How many legislative days are left on the congressional calendar as it is today?

16:09 - The industry's independent producers

18:19 - The Washington Post Editorial

19:29 - The administration that's a frustration

21:23 - The impact on local economies