Big Digital Energy

Mar 20 2025 142 ep. 41 mins 13

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Weekly news in energy covering oil and gas and cleantech.

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Trump & Putin, Houthis, Israel strikes, JFK files released | BDE 03.20.25

Mar 20 2025 35 mins

We’re unpacking how influencers and shifting media landscapes are reshaping sports and energy, breaking down the latest headlines on Rory McIlroy, media monopolies, and even some classic Larry Bird smack talk. On the geopolitical front, we’re diving into US airstrikes in Iran, Trump’s latest call with Putin, and the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Oh, and for the history buffs,

CERAWeek Highlights, Iranian sanctions, Trump & Tesla | BDE 03.12.25

Mar 12 2025 40 mins

AI is shaking up the energy world, and we’re here for it. Fresh off the MARC (Minerals and Royalties Conference), we’re unpacking the biggest shifts in energy, how AI is changing the game, why the IEA suddenly has a different tune on global energy policies, and what natural gas and EV adoption mean for US energy independence. We’ll also get into the geopolitical chess match o

Trump's Oil Impact, OPEC, Zelensky Peace Proposal | BDE 03.05.25

Mar 05 2025 45 mins

OPEC just shook up the energy world again, rolling back 2.2 million barrels per day of production cuts, and the ripple effects are huge. Will oil prices climb? Can U.S. shale keep up, or are we looking at a new reality for American production? We’re breaking down what this means for global supply, market stability, and the geopolitical chess game playing out from Saudi Arabia to

Carnivore diet, Diamondback acquisition, Texas Energy Fund, BP scrap renewables | BDE 02.24.25

Feb 24 2025 42 mins

Tennessee is making big moves in tech, and the Colossus XAI facility is proof, housing the world's most powerful supercomputer in a mind-blowing 750,000-square-foot space (and growing). This beast runs on 300 megawatts and is set to scale past a million chips, making it a game-changer for AI and computing. But that’s just the start, we’re also talking about energy efficiency br

Trump’s tariffs, 42-Mile conveyor belt, UK dodge gas storage crisis | BDE 02.04.25

Feb 04 2025 38 mins

Big things are happening in the oilfield—literally. We’re talking about a 42-mile, all-electric conveyor belt hauling frac sand across the Delaware Basin, cutting out thousands of truckloads and making operations safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Bud Brigham and his team just dropped $400 million on this beast, moving 13 million pounds of sand annually and changing the game f

Trump executive orders, Scott Sheffield , can China beat OpenAI? | BDE 01.28.25

Jan 28 2025 50 mins

Can China really outpace OpenAI? From shaking up the energy world—think Chevron, Exxon, and even Bitcoin mining—to sparking debates on power demands and national security, this one’s got layers. Plus, we’re unpacking how these AI advancements could flip the script for data centers, LNG exports, and even the future of American shale. Oh, and let’s not forget the FTC drama

Bitcoin Miners Are America's Secret Weapon | BDE 01.13.25

Jan 14 2025 61 mins

Curious about how Bitcoin mining is reshaping global energy? We dive into its critical role in national security with energy expert Lisa Hough. From Africa's innovative operations to major US energy deals, discover why Bitcoin infrastructure is becoming as crucial as oil reserves in historic wars. We explore explosive growth in Bitcoin ETFs, groundbreaking mining tech in remote are

Trudeau resigns, Biden offshore drilling ban, Colorado's battery trains | BDE 01.06.25

Jan 06 2025 38 mins

What happens when Trump shakes up energy policy in 2025, Trudeau steps down in Canada, and investor sentiment trumps regulations in shaping oil production? It’s a wild ride through the energy world this week as we untangle the latest twists and turns in North America’s energy landscape—like Biden’s offshore drilling ban and some surprisingly clever energy transport moves in

Exxon's Bold Move into Data Center Power & Meta's Controversial Decision | BDE 12.13.24

Dec 13 2024 35 mins

Exxon just dropped a bombshell: they’re building a 1.5-gigawatt natural gas power plant—complete with 90% carbon capture—to fuel data centers, and it’s shaking up the tech and energy worlds alike. This bold move brings Big Oil and Silicon Valley closer than ever, and we’re peeling back the curtain on what it all means. From the tech partnerships in the works to the nation

Crude Tensions: the Missing Israel - Iran Risk Premium

Dec 06 2024 86 mins

James Kostohyrz argues there’s a real chance that Israel and Iran are going to war. Like bombs and missiles. Real war. If so, what’s Iran’s first move? Shut down the Strait of Hormuz and immediately block 20% of the world’s oil production. Oh crap. What would that mean for oil prices? It’s a scary yet possible scenario we are facing. Horrifying with huge ramifications for