Energy and politics are colliding in a big way, and we’re breaking it all down, no fluff, just the real impact. From the wild swings in energy investments to what upcoming elections mean for drilling, EV mandates, and U.S. energy independence, we’re cutting through the noise. What’s the deal with executive actions on American shale? How do policies shape oilfield automation and drilling incentives? And why is energy at the center of every political debate right now? Whether you're in the industry or just trying to make sense of it all, this conversation hits on the issues that matter most.

Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.
Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.
Apply today at collide.io

Click here to watch a video of this episode.

Click here to view the episode transcript.

00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Environmental Policy 2025
06:37 - Energy Policy and Election Impact
14:25 - ERCOT vs. EPA Regulations
18:45 - Media Endorsements Analysis
25:52 - Voting Preparation: Energy Policy
31:00 - Electric Vehicle Mandates
33:44 - Election Security Concerns
41:04 - Voter ID Laws
42:20 - Election Predictions and Insights
46:35 - Matt’s Pen: Key Takeaways
49:15 - Wrapping Up the Discussion

https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcatters
https://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcatters
https://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcatters
https://twitter.com/DWildcatters