The Jay Young Show

#251: Oil & Gas Rundown LIVE: From Prospect to Production

In this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown Live (part of The Jay Young Show), host Rachel Griffith is joined by Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Ryan Goeres, EVP of Production, for a field-focused conversation on what happens before, during, and after a well is drilled. They break down how geology and engineering work together, what production really means, and why responsible U.S. oil and natural gas development remains critical as domestic demand and production continue to grow.

#250: Elvis Andrus on Faith, Baseball, Family & Finding Purpose

In this milestone 250th episode of The Jay Young Show, Jay Young and co-host Jordan Soto sit down with Texas Rangers legend Elvis Andrus and Pastor Jack Graham for a powerful conversation about faith, baseball, family, leadership, and purpose. Elvis shares his journey from growing up in Venezuela to making it to Major League Baseball, the mindset that helped him push through challenges, and the role faith plays in his life today. The conversation also includes stories from the Texas Rangers clubhouse, lessons from teammates and mentors, and reflections on staying grounded through success, failure, and change. This episode is about more than baseball. It is about perseverance, humility, community, and keeping your eyes on what matters most. Watch the full episode on YouTube @JayRYoungOfficial, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Featured Guests: Elvis Andrus Pastor Jack Graham Hosted by: Jay Young Jordan Soto Key Moments: 00:00 — Welcome to Episode 250 08:45 — Elvis Andrus on growing up in Venezuela 17:30 — Protecting the dream and pushing through challenges 29:00 — Elvis opens up about faith, family, and purpose 34:00 — Nelson Cruz, Adrian Beltre, and Rangers clubhouse stories 56:30 — Faith inside Major League Baseball 1:18:00 — Staying humble, grounded, and surrounded by the right people 1:42:00 — Advice Elvis would give his younger self

#249: Oil & Gas Industry Update: Market Trends, Operations & What Producers Are Watching

Join us for this week’s oil and gas live discussion hosted by Steve Mullican, COO, filling in for Rachel Griffith. Steve is joined by Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Kelly Duncan, EVP of Operations, for a simple, industry-focused conversation on what oil and gas companies are watching right now. In this live, we cover key topics like current market conditions, operator challenges, field efficiency, commodity prices, drilling decisions, well performance, and how geology and operations work together in today’s energy environment. We’ll be taking a short break from our regular lives, but we’ll be back on Wednesday, June 10. Before then, join us next Wednesday at 11 a.m. CT for our webinar with Mark Ayers and Rachel Griffith titled “The Power Basins: Where Oil Companies are Drilling for Returns.” Sign up: https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/5017792794021/WN_OH50a1GlTa6xHG762_Su1g [https://kingoperating.zoom.us/webinar/register/5017792794021/WN_OH50a1GlTa6xHG762_Su1g]

#248: Purpose, Portfolios & the Oil Market: A Conversation with Rob Haworth

Jay Young and Jordan Soto sit down with investment strategist Rob Haworth to discuss today’s market environment, oil prices, inflation, interest rates, energy exposure, and how investors can think about opportunity and risk. The episode also ties into the word of the week — purpose — with a conversation on leadership, adaptability, and staying focused in changing times.  Timestamps: 00:00 — Opening, word of the week: Purpose, and Jay/Jordan’s weekly discussion 22:00 — Rob Haworth joins and shares his background in investment strategy 29:00 — Oil prices, inflation, interest rates, and the current market outlook 43:00 — Staying strategic through advisor feedback, client conversations, and collaboration 48:00 — What investors may be underestimating right now 56:00 — Energy exposure, inflation hedging, and investing in oil and gas 1:07:00 — Has inflation changed since 2020? Rob breaks down what may be temporary vs. persistent 1:23:00 — Rob’s advice to his 18-year-old self: keep growing, stay flexible, and keep learning

#247: Oil Prices Near $100, Gas Prices & Natural Gas Demand | Oil & Gas Rundown LIVE

On this episode of Oil & Gas Rundown LIVE, host Rachel Griffith is joined by Jay Young, Founder & CEO of King Operating Corporation, Mark Ayers, EVP of Geology, and Bill Phillips, EVP of Land and Business Development. The team discusses what is driving oil prices back near the $100 range, what consumers and investors should watch in the weeks ahead, and what falling crude and gasoline inventories could mean heading into summer driving season. They also break down why natural gas remains one of the biggest energy stories right now as power demand grows from data centers, electrification, and infrastructure needs. Plus, Mark Ayers shares how geology has changed over the last 10–20 years, and Bill Phillips discusses what King sees in the Bivins and Mid-Con areas from a land and business development perspective. Topics include: Oil prices near $100 Gas prices at the pump U.S. crude and gasoline inventories Summer driving season Natural gas demand Data centers and power demand Modern geology and better drilling data Bivins and Mid-Con development opportunities How land, geology, and operations work together before drilling Don’t miss our panel webinar tomorrow with King Chief Economist John Mauldin and EPG’s Dan Steffens as they discuss what’s next for oil and gas, market prices, and where opportunities may be headed.