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The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is the chief regulator of energy in the state. This podcast will focus on the employees of the RRC and their dedicated work to protect the public and the environment.
The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is the chief regulator of energy in the state. This podcast will focus on the employees of the RRC and their dedicated work to protect the public and the environment.
Episodes

5 days ago
5 days ago
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok welcome back Scott Sroufe, Director of the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes upcoming important dates for the Regulatory Conference, why the event was moved to a new venue, what to expect this year, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Episode No. 16 - Field Operations
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with David Lindley, Assistant Director of Field Operations for the RRC. The discussion includes field operations and the role it plays within the RRC, what technologies have made the biggest impact for inspectors, the biggest contributions to the state's energy landscape, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Episode No. 15 - Geothermal Energy
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Senior Engineer and Systems Analyst at the RRC, Jared Ware. The discussion includes what exactly is geothermal energy, what it can be used for, where it can be found, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Episode No. 14 - Office of Public Engagement
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Scott Sroufe and Tiffany Cotledge from the Office of Public Engagement. The discussion includes what events are attended, goals of public outreach for the agency, Listening Sessions breakdown, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Episode No. 13 - Surface Mining and Reclamation
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Joseph Parks, Director of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Division at the RRC. The discussion includes how the division reclaims abandoned mine sites in Texas, where these mines are located, what technologies are used, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Episode No. 12 - Pipeline Damage Prevention
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Miles Kirk, Pipeline Safety Support Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes Chapter 18 requirements for digging underground, the importance of calling 811 before you dig, what to do when an underground line is damaged, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Episode No. 11 - Site Remediation
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Peter Pope, Site Remediation Manager at the RRC. The discussion includes cleaning up pollution in the oilfield, protecting the environment, how we repurpose abandoned oil and gas sites and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
X - @txrrc
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Instagram - @railroadcommissonoftexas
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Episode No. 10 - Chairman Jim Wright
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok are thrilled to be joined by the Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Jim Wright. Chairman Wright discusses recent improvements at the agency, serving as Chairman for the first time, RRC accomplishments in 2025, and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
2025 Year-End Special
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok wrap up 2025 by taking a look back at some of the accomplishments and big news items from the previous year. They are joined by RRC Director of Public Affairs, Christian Goff. Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.

Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Episode No. 9 - State Operations Center/Safety Team
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
In this episode of Texas Energy on Track, host Bryce Dubee and co-host Nick Kraynok talk with Christopher Cabrera, Safety and Emergency Management Lead at the RRC. The discussion includes talking about deployment to the State Operations Center, emergency training, emergency management at the Commission and more! Tune in for an insightful discussion, and be sure to follow us at rrc.texas.gov and on social media:
X - @txrrc
LinkedIn - Railroad Commission of Texas
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Instagram - @railroadcommissonoftexas
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© 2025 Railroad Commission of Texas, All Rights Reserved.
