Ted Smith
Oil & Gas Broker | Alternative Investment Expert
Host:
Bryan Hancock
Executive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnect
Episode Overview:
Curious about the real drivers behind oil prices—and how to invest wisely in one of the world’s most powerful industries? In this high-impact episode of Executive Connect, host Bryan Hancock sits down with Ted Smith, a veteran oil broker and alternative investment expert, to decode the energy market and its ripple effect on global economies. From the politics behind the pump to navigating WTI vs. Brent, Ted breaks down everything you need to know about investing in oil and gas—plus where things are headed with LNG and energy diversification. If you're exploring alternative investments or want to understand how geopolitics affects your portfolio, this episode delivers straight answers and serious insight.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Alternative Investments & Oil Industry
02:00 – Meet Ted Smith: From Football Coach to Oil Broker
03:30 – The Connection Between Politics & Energy Markets
05:00 – WTI vs. Brent Crude: Understanding Oil Price Benchmarks
08:00 – Global Oil Production: How Much Does the U.S. Consume?
10:30 – The Influence of OPEC & Saudi Arabia in Oil Prices
12:45 – Russia & China’s Role in the Oil Market
15:00 – Geopolitics & Energy: Strategic Reserves & Global Power Plays
18:00 – The Future of Oil & Gas Investments: What’s Next?
20:30 – The Rise of LNG & U.S. Energy Dominance
25:00 – How Much Oil Does the U.S. Have? Strategic Reserves Explained
30:00 – Why Oil Prices Fluctuate & What Investors Need to Know
37:00 – Closing Thoughts & Future Podcast Episodes
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