Texas Energy on Track https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is the chief regulator of energy in the state. This podcast will focus on the employees of the RRC and their dedicated work to protect the public and the environment. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Business 1440 episodic Ignite your curiosity with Texas Energy on Track, the official podcast of the Railroad Commission of Texas, lead regulator of the state’s energy sector! Dive into gripping monthly episodes that spotlight the brilliant minds and bold skills driving Texas’ energy future. From well plugging to produced water and cutting-edge environmental cleanups, we unravel the oil and gas industry’s biggest challenges and breakthroughs. Subscribe now for a front-row seat to the action-packed world of Texas energy—where expertise meets impact! Railroad Commission of Texas Railroad Commission of Texas No false https://feed.podbean.com/TXEnergyonTrack/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/20670323/Podcast_Logoa06yv.jpg Texas Energy on Track https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com 144 144 Episode No. 18 - RRC 135th Anniversary Episode No. 18 - RRC 135th Anniversary https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-18-rrc-135th-anniversary/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-18-rrc-135th-anniversary/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/4ab2833c-121a-35b7-b460-667dde757b3a In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC Executive Director Wei Wang about the 135th anniversary of the RRC. The discussion includes a brief history of the agency, technical improvements, what the future looks like, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC Executive Director Wei Wang about the 135th anniversary of the RRC. The discussion includes a brief history of the agency, technical improvements, what the future looks like, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1221 23 full Episode No. 17 - RRC Regulatory Conference Episode No. 17 - RRC Regulatory Conference https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-17-rrc-regulatory-conference/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-17-rrc-regulatory-conference/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/4667ef62-e567-3575-9b38-afbafe4218df In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok welcome back Scott Sroufe, Director of the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes upcoming important dates for the Regulatory Conference, why the event was moved to a new venue, what to expect this year, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok welcome back Scott Sroufe, Director of the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes upcoming important dates for the Regulatory Conference, why the event was moved to a new venue, what to expect this year, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1296 22 full Episode No. 16 - Field Operations Episode No. 16 - Field Operations https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-16-field-operations/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-16-field-operations/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/9b9a85ab-1dd2-3d57-bbf4-c35c61675852 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with David Lindley, Assistant Director of Field Operations for the RRC. The discussion includes field operations and the role it plays within the RRC, what technologies have made the biggest impact for inspectors, the biggest contributions to the state's energy landscape, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with David Lindley, Assistant Director of Field Operations for the RRC. The discussion includes field operations and the role it plays within the RRC, what technologies have made the biggest impact for inspectors, the biggest contributions to the state's energy landscape, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1359 20 full Episode No. 15 - Geothermal Energy Episode No. 15 - Geothermal Energy https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-14-geothermal-energy/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-14-geothermal-energy/#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/0542da1a-8a9f-3cc5-aa49-b4b48da63faa In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Senior Engineer and Systems Analyst at the RRC, Jared Ware. The discussion includes what exactly is geothermal energy, what it can be used for, where it can be found, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Senior Engineer and Systems Analyst at the RRC, Jared Ware. The discussion includes what exactly is geothermal energy, what it can be used for, where it can be found, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1516 18 full Episode No. 14 - Office of Public Engagement Episode No. 14 - Office of Public Engagement https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-13-office-of-public-engagement/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-13-office-of-public-engagement/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/fa6e3a24-555c-3f8b-82bf-1d57f2c4ba4a In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Scott Sroufe and Tiffany Cotledge from the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes what events are attended, goals of public outreach for the agency, Listening Sessions breakdown, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Scott Sroufe and Tiffany Cotledge from the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes what events are attended, goals of public outreach for the agency, Listening Sessions breakdown, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1476 17 full Episode No. 13 - Surface Mining and Reclamation Episode No. 13 - Surface Mining and Reclamation https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-15-surface-mining-and-reclamation/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-15-surface-mining-and-reclamation/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:26:54 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/ed7cde58-ce16-3e45-9afe-5fb3263fddd0 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Joseph Parks, Director of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Division at the RRC. The discussion includes how the division reclaims abandoned mine sites in Texas, where these mines are located, what technologies are used, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Joseph Parks, Director of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Division at the RRC. The discussion includes how the division reclaims abandoned mine sites in Texas, where these mines are located, what technologies are used, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1413 19 full Episode No. 12 - Pipeline Damage Prevention Episode No. 12 - Pipeline Damage Prevention https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-12-pipeline-damage-prevention/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-12-pipeline-damage-prevention/#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/2c10cb3d-3f37-31c1-b57e-13bab654d2a5 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Miles Kirk, Pipeline Safety Support Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes Chapter 18 requirements for digging underground, the importance of calling 811 before you dig, what to do when an underground line is damaged, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Miles Kirk, Pipeline Safety Support Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes Chapter 18 requirements for digging underground, the importance of calling 811 before you dig, what to do when an underground line is damaged, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1490 16 full Episode No. 11 - Site Remediation Episode No. 11 - Site Remediation https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-11-site-remediation/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-11-site-remediation/#comments Wed, 21 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/1f184100-52e6-31ca-854d-bf203cea5999 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Peter Pope, Site Remediation Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes cleaning up pollution in the oilfield, protecting the environment, how we repurpose abandoned oil and gas sites and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Peter Pope, Site Remediation Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes cleaning up pollution in the oilfield, protecting the environment, how we repurpose abandoned oil and gas sites and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1042 15 full Episode No. 10 - Chairman Jim Wright Episode No. 10 - Chairman Jim Wright https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-10-chairman-jim-wright/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-10-chairman-jim-wright/#comments Wed, 07 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/fd0b7ea7-9026-32fd-80e4-07728d094545 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok are thrilled to be joined by the Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Jim Wright. Chairman Wright discusses recent improvements at the agency, serving as Chairman for the first time, RRC accomplishments in 2025, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok are thrilled to be joined by the Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Jim Wright. Chairman Wright discusses recent improvements at the agency, serving as Chairman for the first time, RRC accomplishments in 2025, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1489 14 full 2025 Year-End Special 2025 Year-End Special https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/2025-year-end-special/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/2025-year-end-special/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/729f6faf-0a3a-3001-bc62-45e6e30e724a In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok wrap up 2025 by taking a look back at some of the accomplishments and big news items from the previous year. They are joined by RRC Director of Public Affairs, Christian Goff. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok wrap up 2025 by taking a look back at some of the accomplishments and big news items from the previous year. They are joined by RRC Director of Public Affairs, Christian Goff. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1510 13 full Episode No. 9 - State Operations Center/Safety Team Episode No. 9 - State Operations Center/Safety Team https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-9-state-operations-centersafety-team/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-9-state-operations-centersafety-team/#comments Wed, 10 Dec 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/efa7261e-c092-3fec-90a6-304bc32ee799 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Christopher Cabrera, Safety and Emergency Management Lead at the RRC. The discussion includes talking about deployment to the State Operations Center, emergency training, emergency management at the Commission and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Christopher Cabrera, Safety and Emergency Management Lead at the RRC. The discussion includes talking about deployment to the State Operations Center, emergency training, emergency management at the Commission and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1487 10 full Episode No. 8 - Human Resources/Hiring Process Episode No. 8 - Human Resources/Hiring Process https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-8-human-resourceshiring-process/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-8-human-resourceshiring-process/#comments Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/3b0021c9-359e-3af5-99e5-1ed040e644b6 In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Jessica Chamberlain, Director of Human Resources for the RRC. The discussion includes an overview of the Human Resources Division, talent acquisition, what it's like to work for a state agency, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Jessica Chamberlain, Director of Human Resources for the RRC. The discussion includes an overview of the Human Resources Division, talent acquisition, what it's like to work for a state agency, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1396 11 full BONUS EPISODE - Primacy Over Class VI Injection Wells BONUS EPISODE - Primacy Over Class VI Injection Wells https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-primacy-over-class-vi-injection-wells/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-primacy-over-class-vi-injection-wells/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:26:15 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/1b8695a1-04c0-35d9-8a31-538d8bbb56c4 In this special episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC Head Geologist, Leslie Savage about the state of Texas receiving primacy of Class VI Injection Wells. The discussion includes a break down of what this means for Texas, how the RRC is involved, what the future looks like, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this special episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC Head Geologist, Leslie Savage about the state of Texas receiving primacy of Class VI Injection Wells. The discussion includes a break down of what this means for Texas, how the RRC is involved, what the future looks like, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1155 12 full Veterans Day Special Veterans Day Special https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/veterans-day-special/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/veterans-day-special/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/4cc30ef8-5ff6-3435-ae72-34b19f7af1bc In this special episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC employees who served in the United States military. Jake Halfhill (U.S. Marines), Rafael Navas (U.S. Army), Chance Karshens (U.S. Navy), and Leveda McCardell (U.S. Army) share some stories about their time volunteering to serve our country and how that prepared them for life after the military. We thank all veterans, especially the 146 at the RRC, for your service to our country! 

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]]> In this special episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with RRC employees who served in the United States military. Jake Halfhill (U.S. Marines), Rafael Navas (U.S. Army), Chance Karshens (U.S. Navy), and Leveda McCardell (U.S. Army) share some stories about their time volunteering to serve our country and how that prepared them for life after the military. We thank all veterans, especially the 146 at the RRC, for your service to our country! 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 2301 9 full Episode No. 7 - Pipeline Safety Episode No. 7 - Pipeline Safety https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-7-pipeline-safety/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-7-pipeline-safety/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/14897c9c-93b6-31a5-9d6c-1072c6387ccd In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Stephanie Weidman, Pipeline Safety Director at the RRC. The discussion includes managing more than 400,000 miles of intrastate pipeline, pipeline inspections, safety aspects, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Stephanie Weidman, Pipeline Safety Director at the RRC. The discussion includes managing more than 400,000 miles of intrastate pipeline, pipeline inspections, safety aspects, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1399 8 full Episode No. 6 - Critical Infrastructure Division Episode No. 6 - Critical Infrastructure Division https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-6-critical-infrastructure-division/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-6-critical-infrastructure-division/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/20faf02b-ca7c-3a49-adfe-0237d3010db7 rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Gilbert Herrera and Mysti Doshier from RRC's Critical Infrastructure Division (CID). The Discussion includes how the division was formed, what inspections look like, and how important CID is to the citizens of Texas. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1536 7 full Episode No. 5 - Historical Records & Digital Conversion Episode No. 5 - Historical Records & Digital Conversion https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-5-historical-records-digital-records/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-5-historical-records-digital-records/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/6e529582-c328-37a6-b8ed-5e607568967a rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Matthew Herzog, Records Management Liaison with the RRC. He joins us to discuss the conversion of nearly 100 million oil and gas records to digital form for easier public access and what we can expect moving forward. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1203 6 full Episode No. 4 - Seismicity Episode No. 4 - Seismicity https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-4-seismicity/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-4-seismicity/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/09ac1716-a6c9-38e3-b3cb-732edad27fb4 rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok sit down with Dr. Aaron Velasco, RRC Seismologist. Dr. Velasco is a professor of Geological Sciences and Director of Interdisciplinary Initiatives at the University of Texas – El Paso (UTEP). He joins us to discuss seismicity in Texas and its relation to the oil and gas industry. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1270 5 full Episode No. 3 - Produced Water Episode No. 3 - Produced Water https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-3-produced-water/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-3-produced-water/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/4e77c1e2-3f95-3c5b-8648-cf114857d13e rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok sit down with RRC Assistant Director of Technical Permitting for the Oil and Gas Division, Paul Dubois. Paul has more than 30 years of expertise in environmental engineering, hazardous waste management, and air pollution control. He joins us in the studio to discuss produced water and its significance for the oil and gas industry. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1398 4 full Episode No. 2 - Well Plugging and Orphaned Wells Episode No. 2 - Well Plugging and Orphaned Wells https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-2-well-plugging-and-orphaned-wells/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/episode-no-2-well-plugging-and-orphaned-wells/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/88b678a3-ac20-316f-8d1b-33914828538f rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok sit down with Travis Baer, the Railroad Commission’s Deputy Director of Field Operations for the South Region. With over 15 years of experience, Travis brings deep expertise in well plugging and navigates the complexities of this critical process. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1672 2 full BONUS EPISODE - 89th Legislature Recap BONUS EPISODE - 89th Legislature Recap https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-89th-legislature-recap/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-89th-legislature-recap/#comments Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:32:48 -0500 TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/19b33e12-1b73-3e32-861c-3c7c30c6d089 rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok sit down with Matt Cope, Railroad Commission’s Director of Government Relations to talk about new laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session that affect RRC operations. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:

 

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]]> Railroad Commission of Texas false No 1142 3 full Episode No. 1 - The Premiere Episode No. 1 - The Premiere https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/texas-energy-on-track-episode-no-1/ https://TXEnergyonTrack.podbean.com/e/texas-energy-on-track-episode-no-1/#comments Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:30:00 -0500 nickkraynok.podbean.com/aaeeb20c-10a7-30e7-97d2-f480d3e3ad78 Texas Energy on Track is the official podcast for the Railroad Commission of Texas. In this debut episode, host Bryce Dubee and producer Nick Kraynok, go over the history of the agency and what to expect in the first season. 

 

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]]> Texas Energy on Track is the official podcast for the Railroad Commission of Texas. In this debut episode, host Bryce Dubee and producer Nick Kraynok, go over the history of the agency and what to expect in the first season. 

 

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