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lboncekMagnificentThat’s it. That’s the review.
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Hunterella88Loved it!Listened to this while driving from Austin back home to Nashville. I’ve spent time in Big Bend and love West Texas (I’m a Coloradan). I thought this was a interesting and digestible holistic view of a complicated issue, and little known area.
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Joel G -from NCWallace is brilliant!I’m a nobody from Florida now living in NC, but I have a degree in English & Journalism which helps in my application of the story told by Christian Wallace. I have been fascinated by western culture after nine years in Pecos, New Mexico. I respect the position that Texas oil workers and families are in. This podcast is heartfelt, thoughtful, and thorough, told by someone who has real life skin-in-the -game. Thank you for sharing this story in the way that you have. Bravo!
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AnnaKooshooExcellent info to understand it allBecause I’m deep into the new series by Taylor Sheridan called Landman, I saw this podcast and took it on immediately to understand a lot more behind the scenes on the industry. it is well produced and very informative and I learned a lot. Definitely worth a listen. ⭐️
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Knowledge EnthusiastInsightful and IntriguingReally enjoyed this podcast that I’m sure just scratched the surface on the Permian Basin. Having had relatives who made a living (a big living) in the oil and gas industry, I was somewhat familiar with the region. However, this podcast gave me the impetus to read about and explore the region further. It was what a podcast should be, entertaining with a enough information to stoke your curiosity for further knowledge.
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Avery SchiGreat Show - Thank you!Great show. I learned a lot about the people of west Texas and the industry.
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dawson dekleineRaw look at the oil industryThis is one of the best if not the best podcast I have ever listened to. I have listened to it at least 3 times and it never gets old. I love the original song and all the other music in the podcast. I love the interviews. And I love how hometown it feels, it’s great!
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Story WrightOil / LandmenThis was an excellent review / history of the development of the Permian Basin. The interviews and real time family conversations were priceless. Having a family background with Texas Oil and Landmen I especially appreciate the background that was presented.
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VronTxAppreciateI have a new found appreciation and admiration for the people and life of West Texas. As a born and bred Texan, Texas is so big, complex and multifaceted, there are areas and places that I hadn't heard about seen or explored. This podcast took me to some of those places. The people and the stories were amazing. The storytelling was amazing!! I binged the entire show and have told some of my non-native Texas Texans about it but can see that it doesn’t resonate the same way that it does with me. I don’t care though. I’m telling everyone about this show. Well done Christian Wallace and Texas Monthly!!
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rk6217ObsessedI spent part of my youth living in Lubbock. This podcast brought me back to those days and the true beauty of West Texas. It’s an incredible collection of stories and people that have shaped the region. I long for our country to go back to realizing that simple things matter. Love for the land, your family, your heritage…and above all people, “neighboring” as they call it in the Permian basin. I would love to hear an update in 2024 of the people and places discussed in the first season. So much has changed in TX since 2021 that it would be fascinating to hear how things are now. Once you start this podcast, you’ll want to finish all the episodes so prepare for a binge!
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gfhjsrthjysiorObsessedI’m OBSESSED with this podcast. Such a fascinating story that touches so many industries and parts of life. Re-listening bc I loved it so much and it’s packed full of information.
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Rubia gordaAmazing and informativeI started listening to this only because my brother had been out near Andrews running a crew and wanted to know more about the area and history of oil rigging in West Texas. The history and stories are amazing! The way you interview and tell the stories kept me so engaged. Thank you so much for this podcast.
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Rudy and CourtneyI understandI your last comment as you left west Texas, saying goodbye, was great, and you summed up my thoughts well. The greatness of the Permian basin is a double edged sword. The beauty, the challenges, the life, springing from the ground, as well as the illness, and the deaths caused to extract it, make my admiration, even stronger for the people of the area, for the products they produce that we all must have, and for their willingness to realize that tomorrow is another day, a different day. Well done, Christian. I look forward my next trip down I-10 and then up 285. As the Panhandlers would sing, that’s not a tear in my that’s West Texas in my eye. Thanks, looking forward to your next work.
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Erin’s GemsPower IndustryI work in the power and oil and gas industry. This was eye opening and a view into the lives of people that the industry affects. Loved it!
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MackekyEntertainingI am not from the West Texas area and not at all familiar with the oil and gas businesses, so why did I love this podcast. It was so interesting and informative. The scenic descriptions of some of the ranches and areas around Big Bend NP were captivating. I especially enjoyed the deep dive into the lives of all the individuals benefiting by or working in those industries. It was great to listen to some truly grounded people discussing future solutions.
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calebwtxGreat work!!I’m a west Texan born & raised. My family is still involved in the oil industry. My dad’s family is in the oil industry & my mom’s family is ranchers 😂 & I live in Lubbock & Midland/Odessa area. It’s a very fair unbiased documentary. It’s the story of our part of the world. Great work everyone.
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Houston HolidayGreat podcastAs a 5th generation Texan, I loved this podcast. Born in Pampa, Texas and raised in a small town on the Gulf Coast of Texas. Made me proud of Texas and her Texans and hopeful for her future.
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rachdro90So well done!This is a wonderful podcast - would also love to see the story of WCS and the Ogallala Aquifer in Andrews County told by this team. Keep up the great work TM.
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MattN1981Not telling the whole storyIf you are looking for an objective view, this podcast is not it. It is very subjective with a hard spin. If there were any true counter arguments, I would have enjoyed it. It was more brief counter argument followed or preceded by exponential arguments against the counter argument. This appears to be an individual that moved away and always looked back at home we mostly dislike. Do not recommend
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thunderbirdgalWorth listening toSuch a great podcast! I’m bummed that this is the only season. I love the interviews with people who live and work there and his own personal connection. Well worth the listen!
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Stevens viewsLeft me wanting moreI’ve worked the Permian basin as a frac mechanic and this series was just amazing and wish there was more im now working in Pennsylvania and this makes me miss the Permian
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Jogunz5HippyYou talk about all the good part of being in west Texas but your putting people that hate what we do in Texas.
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Big Spring,TXLoved itJust looking to see if another season has been added.
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chief#Awesome PodcastWhat an informative interesting series! I’ve learned so much and can’t wait for the next episode. Kudos to this team and story!
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An Old Texas GalEntertaining and informative at the same timeI binge-watched all 11 episodes! This was a very well-rounded and thought provoking podcast. I learned so much, and as the author said as well, I was left with more questions. It leaves me wanting to learn more about the Texas Permian Basin. It was told in a relaxing and entertaining way with a wonderful cast of real people from all walks of life in the Permian basin.
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ccmcmk2Want to learn about Texas?From the content to the accents to the people he interviews, this is a fabulous education about one big piece of Texas. This reluctant newcomer found it incredibly illuminating.
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GeumpyhistoryExcellentGreat narration, thoughtful interviews and explainers that are an indictment of the troubles with the industry, rather than a knee-jerk reaction that usually serves only to hurt the local people whose economy has been designed to rely on it.
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BaffldovritBoobtown Episode ChickI’d have given 5 stars, but the affected “stripper speech” of the female narrator, when interviewing people, is so bizarre & annoying, it’s hard to get past. Do the presenters not listen beforehand? And if so, is this considered up to journalistic standard? Yikes!
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Small business shopperWell done and very imformativeI have loved seeing West Texas during the years my kids went to Texas Tech. The host does a great job describing people and the land of Wear Texas. Learned so much about the oil and gas industry of Texas.
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Shafa1969West TexasI really enjoyed listening to this podcast. I hope you do another season. I’m from West Texas and it’s very interesting to listen to the history of the country out here.
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DLS01/BustAs a native West Texan I was intrigued about this podcast. I was hopeful it would be an informative and interesting dive into the petroleum world of the Permian. While there are occasional historical facts, halfway through it becomes clear that it’s really just a political piece. I guess that shouldn’t be surprising since it’s put forth by Texas Monthly. Perhaps just once Texas Monthly you could utilize your media platform to inform and interest a citizen without hitting them over the head with your policy umbrella. You could be better than this, shame you continually choose not to.
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jayleah1987Awesome seriesAwesome narration and stories. Really enjoy it. Wish I had more to listen to!
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blndgrrlExcellent!I found this podcast after listening to America’s Girls (also by Texas Monthly). My husband and I REALLY enjoyed Boomtown. Extremely well written, full of personal stories and extremely well researched. The host does a fantastic job of giving you some history along with what’s happening now. We listened from beginning to end on a long car trip. Excellent podcast!
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OhPharoahHoly GrailThis is the podcast I’ve been searching for. You know, one that’s so well researched, well written, smart, well paced, engaging, AND delivered by a host that doesn’t lead with his ego that I’ll want to nonstop binge until the very end of the last episode? Yeah, this is the one! I highly, highly recommend this podcast.
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Jayna89Nicely doneThis series was vastly informative, personal, and unbiased. I quite enjoyed the narrative and direction this story encompassed. Job well done y’all !!
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Retzko1windmills and batteriesYou can’t build windmills and batteries without oil. And nobody talks about the unintended consequences such as disposal and waste of these batteries. Mining would have to stop completely… back to caves I guess?
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AndrewsideInformative and Even HandedLearned a lot from this podcast and listened to it driving to vacation. Got to see how this cycle impacts the entire community and how hard it is live and plan
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katiefensterWonderful podcast!I listened to this whole podcast in two days while painting my house. It moves along quick enough to keep your interest yet is detailed enough to really learn about these topics. Looking forward to more podcasts (hopefully) by Christian!
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wahistorianBoomtowns from many perspectives‘Boomtown’ is a fascinating look at the rise and fall of oil towns, specifically in Texas’s Permian Basin but by extension in other states, too. The series comes at the topic from some unexpected perspectives, including the tension between lifelong ranchers and oil drillers; the two episodes on sex workers were particularly eye-opening. Well worth the time.
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anthony stiWe crashFive stars.
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Nanner611BoomtownSo informative yet very entertaining! So well done. Enjoyed every minute of it!
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JJShropFascinatingI loved this podcast. The series provides historical perspective on a key part of the US economy. It is also a story of human interest as it covers the innovators, billionaires, the hard hats, and the surrounding businesses to support the industry. I was fascinated by the colorful stories of some and moved by the up-close coverage of the families that are dependent on oil-prices to sustain a living. Thank you, Christian Wallace, for this podcast.
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Rlmurra2Good & Interesting!I found this podcast interesting and educational. I like that while the host is from the Permian, I didn’t feel like he was pressing listeners to oppose renewable energy or be more “for” oil & gas. It was good reporting and I like learning about the Permian and the culture, landscape and other things about oil & gas that I didn’t know.
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Filly Bu$tersick sponsors, good podcastI am unsubscribing. In one side you are on the side of climate & workers, on the other you (implicitly) support the dark web & those unpatriotic “patriots.” Are you so desperate?
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Maggie08102008Great SoundtrackLove the soundtrack love that steel guitar
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rookieOY5 ⭐️ listen toIf your not petroleum educated and not familiar with one of the top areas for the oil industry areas in the nation then a must listen. If you are familiar then still a must listen to learn stories that may or may not be in the headlines
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ThunderRoad07Interesting story!Had no idea what he was saying at first - oil is a one syllable word in Texas I guess! Very interesting story. Well done.
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Evergreen30Oh So GoodI accidentally tripped and fell into West Texas and I can’t get enough! Not only is Christian is an amazing writer and story teller but the story of Boomtown is captivating. I didn’t know how much I didn’t know about the oil and gas industry in the US. The series is informative, but so personal, which makes it’s so good.
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Flickster1000Wonderful podcastInteresting topic and the host is pitch perfect.
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jmark93Worth the time!I have lived in Texas my whole life. Lots of information and facets of this area of Texas that I had never considered. The last interview with the reporters parents was a great ending about life in the Permian Basin.
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