The conversation between Christian Lombardini and David Blackmon covers various topics related to energy communications, public policy, and the oil and gas industry. They discuss the challenges of communicating effectively in a society where definitions and histories are constantly changing. They also touch on the impact of China's coal plants on global carbon emissions and the need for rational public policy decisions in the energy sector. David shares his experience working in accounting and how he transitioned into government affairs, emphasizing the importance of being an effective communicator and understanding the business. They also discuss the language used in domestic energy policy and the distortion of facts in the media. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities and challenges of the energy industry and the need for informed and honest discussions. The conversation discusses the impact of heavy restrictions on the oil and gas industry, the flow of money from environmentalist groups to the Democratic Party, and the potential consequences of harming the industry. It also touches on the polarization of society, the biased media, and the need for critical thinking. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the importance of the oil and gas industry and the fight to secure a prosperous future.

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https://substack.com/@davidblackmon

...and on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-blackmon-2325189

...and on Forbes:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidblackmon/

...and at The Telegraph:

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/d/da-de/david-blackmon/