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The Mineral Rights Podcast: Mineral Rights | Royalties | Oil and Gas | Matt Sands

Welcome to The Mineral Rights Podcast! I"m here to help you to make the most out of your oil and gas mineral rights and royalty interests. From the latest mineral rights news to featured guests, get the knowledge and resources you need to manage your minerals and royalties.

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32:04

MRP 320: Listener Questions February 2026

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2026/02/12

In this episode, we answer questions submitted by Judy, Mike, Douglas, Greg, Gregg, Celeste, and Mike. We break down tax strategies for inherited minerals, what to do when you discover missing royalty payments from years ago, including statute of limitations issues and how operator changes complicate recovery efforts. You'll hear a success story from a listener who found $375 in unclaimed royalties using my free guide that I send to all subscribers to my email list (fill out the form at the bottom

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20:52

MRP 319: Mineral Rights News February 2026

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2026/02/05

In this February 2026 news roundup, we analyze how Winter Storm Ferne disrupted nearly 2 million barrels per day of U.S. oil production and sent natural gas prices to all-time highs, with spot prices hitting over $30/mmBtu. We explore what these dramatic price spikes mean for your royalty checks and why this recovery looks different from the 2021 Texas grid crisis. We also examine the Trump administration's push to streamline oil and gas permitting on federal forest lands, Greenland's emerging role

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36:45

MRP 318: Decoding Venezuela's Oil Reserves

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2026/01/29

When U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January 2026, headlines focused on the country's massive oil reserves—reportedly 303 billion barrels, the largest in the world. But as we dig deeper into the technical realities of Venezuela's extra-heavy crude, the crumbling infrastructure, and the geopolitical chess match unfolding in our hemisphere, a different story emerges. While Energy Secretary Chris Wright told oil executives that Venezuela could increase production by just

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33:39

MRP 317: Listener Questions January 2026

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2026/01/22

In this episode, we answer questions submitted by Nathan, Lisa, Bill, Tina, Rose, Linda, and David. From dealing with an unresponsive Oklahoma producer who won't pay royalties and won't return calls or emails—a frustrating situation many owners encounter, to what to do when you receive an unsolicited offer to sell your minerals and how to know if it's a fair deal, to lease negotiations and fair lease language, specifically around pugh/retained acreage clauses. These are practical, real-world issues

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35:01

MRP 316: Fad or Fortune? The Truth About Lithium...

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2026/01/15

The lithium boom sweeping across U.S. oil and gas fields promises transformative new revenue streams for mineral rights owners, but the economic reality behind Direct Lithium Extraction projects tells a far more complicated story than the headlines suggest. In this episode, we break down the actual numbers from Standard Lithium's Southwest Arkansas project—including the staggering capital costs, projected timelines, and the critical price assumptions that determine whether these ventures will ever

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25:31

MRP 315: Mineral Rights News January 2026

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2026/01/08

Happy New Year! In this month's news episode, we cover several important developments affecting mineral rights owners and the broader oil and gas industry (of course the elephant is the room is the capture of Nicolas Maduro but that happened after we recorded this episode, so stay tuned to next month's news episode for our analysis of those events and how they could affect the oil markets). This month's discussion ranges from a new federal mineral auction platform that mineral buyers should

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31:03

MRP 314: Organize Your Mineral Legacy Before It's Too...

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2025/12/24

In this episode, we tackle one of the most overlooked aspects of mineral ownership: organization and communication with your heirs. Whether you have a small mineral interest or manage a complex portfolio across multiple states, proper organization isn't just about neat filing—it's about preserving your family's financial future and preventing costly mistakes after you're gone. We explore practical systems for documenting your mineral assets, strategies for having productive conversations with family

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39:59

MRP 313: Listener Questions December 2025

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2025/12/18

In this episode we answer questions submitted by @josephlong2991, Maria, Stephen, @robwilliams3602, Susan, Bob, and Wesley ranging from finding shut-in wells in Texas using the Railroad Commission's inactive well aging report, advice on ownership structures and why S Corporations are not common with mineral ownership, payment disputes and division order challenges, royalty payment verification, pooling agreements in Texas, and more! As always, the links to the resources mentioned in this episode can

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MRP 312: Mineral Rights News December 2025

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2025/12/11

In this month's news episode, we examine the latest developments affecting mineral rights owners as 2025 draws to a close. The discussion centers on how major geopolitical events and infrastructure developments are shaping energy markets heading into 2026. Natural gas continues its strong performance driven by surging demand from data centers and LNG exports, while oil prices face downward pressure from increased global supply and potential peace agreements that could bring Russian crude back to

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25:59

MRP 311: Probate and Inherited Mineral Rights:...

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2025/12/04

In this episode, we review probate requirements for inherited mineral rights: when they're needed, multi-state complications, and how proven strategies like trusts or LLCs can help you avoid them entirely. As always, this information is being shared for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, or tax advice. Be sure to contact a qualified attorney to help you make the most of an inheritance situation. Links to the references mentioned in this episode can be found

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36:54

MRP 310: Strategic Portfolio Management: How to Sell...

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2025/11/26

Many mineral owners face a common challenge: they have substantial wealth tied up in mineral rights, but their monthly royalty income has declined significantly as wells age and production drops. In this episode, we explore when it makes strategic sense to sell portions of your mineral portfolio to create more stable cash flow, reduce concentration risk, and diversify into other asset classes like a rental property. We discuss how to identify which properties are at peak value and therefore ideal

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36:17

MRP 309: Listener Questions November 2025

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2025/11/20

In this episode, we answer questions submitted by Roy, Nancy, Donna, @MadamPickles (via YouTube), Tom, Mark, and Brenda. From the long-term outlook for Permian Basin production, the complexities of overriding royalty interests, strategies for dealing with offers to purchase mineral rights, understanding when to expect the first royalty check, and navigating the title research process to trace inherited minerals back to specific family members, and more. Links to the resources mentioned in this

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42:56

MRP 307: Will the Price of Oil Fall Below $50 in...

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2025/11/13

In this episode, we dive into what is driving the recent downward pressure on oil prices. The Energy Information Administration released their October short-term energy outlook with a projection that caught our attention. They're forecasting that oil prices could fall to $47.77 per barrel in 2026—a 26% decrease from recent levels. That price sits below the $50 per barrel mark that industry analysts often cite as a critical breakeven point for shale profitability. For those of us who own mineral

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MRP 307: Mineral Rights News November 2025

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2025/11/06

In this episode, we discuss the latest developments in the mineral rights and energy world. From an interesting battle over royalties under the Midland, Texas airport, OPEC plans to potentially increase oil output despite demand forecasts weakening, and the latest developments in the Uinta Basin Railway project in Utah. As always, we wrap up with an analysis of the latest rig count numbers. Links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at

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36:28

MRP 306: The Truth About AI and Natural Gas Prices:...

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2025/10/30

In this episode, we dive into what's driving natural gas prices higher and what mineral and royalty owners can expect in 2026 and beyond. We explore how two major forces are reshaping the market: the explosive growth of AI data centers that require massive amounts of electricity, and the continued expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to meet global demand. We break this all down into real numbers and what it could mean for natural gas prices in 2026 and beyond. As always for links to

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34:26

MRP 305: Listener Questions Live from the NARO...

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2025/10/16

In this live episode recorded at the National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO) National Convention in Oklahoma City in October 2025, we answered several live & unscripted questions from other NARO Members. The recording quality isn't perfect but I think you will get a lot of value out of this episode as we deal with some real questions related to working with operators to learn about shut-in wells, multiple examples of tips and tricks for working with stubborn operators who will not respond to

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34:39

MRP 304: Understanding Texas Allocation Wells and...

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2025/10/09

In this episode, we dive into one of the most unique and complex aspects of Texas oil and gas development: allocation wells and the state's unique approach to pooling mineral interests. Unlike most oil-producing states that have robust forced pooling statutes, Texas takes a different approach that gives mineral owners more control but creates significant complexity in how royalties are calculated and paid. As always, more information and links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found

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21:35

MRP 303: Mineral Rights News October 2025

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2025/10/02

In this month's news episode, we explore "out of this world" developments in energy and mining that could reshape the future of mineral rights. The conversation ranges from asteroid mining to the growing energy demands of artificial intelligence data centers in West Texas, offering mineral and royalty owners fresh perspectives on emerging opportunities in the energy sector. As always, links to the articles and resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at

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41:36

MRP 302: Celebrating 300 Episodes: Your Top 10...

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2025/09/25

In this episode, we celebrate reaching the milestone of over 300 episodes of the Mineral Rights Podcast! In this special retrospective episode, we reveal your top 10 favorite episodes on website analytics and download numbers over the past 8 years. Join us as we count down the top ten most popular episodes that have helped YOU, the listener, navigate this complex world of minerals and royalties. Stay tuned until the end because we also share our personal favorite guest interviews so far. As

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34:58

MRP 301: Listener Questions September 2025

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2025/09/18

We're back to answer your questions in our 301st episode. We tackle diverse listener questions ranging from lithium royalty rates, how to obtain marketable title, to complex Texas pooling regulations, to a success story that led a listener to discover new permitted wells on their minerals. The episode emphasizes the importance of thorough research using state commission websites, understanding the difference between receiving payments and having marketable title, and recognizing that sudden

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