This was a wild discussion of the current global oil and gas markets with David Blackmon and Stu Turley. We covered stories from Energy News Beat and David’s Substack. And a shout-out to Urs, one of our readers. We are looking forward to paying for dinner in Cuba. If you only have time for one […]
Continue ReadingMarch 4, 2026 – The Persian Gulf, long a linchpin of global energy security, is now a frontline in an escalating conflict. In the wake of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets late last month, Iran has launched a series of retaliatory drone and missile attacks on key energy infrastructure across the Gulf states. […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: I will be interviewing Ronald Stein on Monday to talk about this and other major issues in California. With no crude oil pipelines over the Sierra Mountains, California is an energy island separated from the crude oil supply and the infrastructure of oil refineries from the other 49 States. Thus, all in-state […]
Continue Reading\”Energy Security Starts at home, and Energy Dominance comes through your exports, But your energy dependence is defined by who you import from\”. – Stu Turley. The European Union is once again grappling with an escalating energy crisis in early 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions that have disrupted key supply routes. With Ukraine halting Russian […]
Continue ReadingIn a heated exchange during a recent G7 summit video call, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer challenged U.S. President Donald Trump on his approach to Middle East policy, particularly regarding Iran\’s nuclear ambitions and regional influence. Starmer, echoing concerns from European allies, accused Trump of lacking a coherent strategy: \”You have no plan beyond bluster […]
Continue ReadingAs oil traders brace for the opening of markets on Monday, March 2, 2026, the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is shattering the prevailing narrative of an oil glut. For months, analysts have pointed to oversupply concerns, with Brent crude averaging around $63.85 per barrel in forecasts just days ago. But […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is a huge story. I just interviewed Katy Grimes last Thursday. It seems like California is intentionally trying to undermine energy security. This is a National Security issue and needs attention from the Trump Administration. California\’s Energy Crisis A Rogue State Threatening National Security By Katy Grimes, California Globe, An energy […]
Continue ReadingPresident Trump\’s rallying cry of \”Drill baby Drill\” has become a staple of his energy policy, emphasizing aggressive expansion of domestic fossil fuel production. Yet, the true engine behind the U.S. shale revolution over the past decade hasn\’t been unchecked drilling—it\’s been a story of fiscal responsibility, operational efficiency, and strong leadership within the industry. […]
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Katy Grimes, Editor In Chief of the California Globe Calls it Like it is. What a wild discussion with Katy Grimes, Editor in Chief of the California Globe. We had a great discussion about the corruption, incompetence, and the future of California. We need more leaders like Katy to take a stance and try to […]
Continue ReadingWhat a wild discussion with Katy Grimes, Editor in Chief of the California Globe. We had a great discussion about the corruption, incompetence, and the future of California. We need more leaders like Katy to take a stance and try to save California and stop the madness. “ This shows you, not only does this […]
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