Alternative Investments: The Future of Oil & Gas with Ted Smith

Guest:Ted SmithOil & Gas Broker | Alternative Investment ExpertHost:Bryan HancockExecutive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectEpisode 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 Industry02:00 – Meet Ted Smith: From Football Coach to Oil Broker03:30 – The Connection Between Politics & Energy Markets05:00 – WTI vs. Brent Crude: Understanding Oil Price Benchmarks08:00 – Global Oil Production: How Much Does the U.S. Consume?10:30 – The Influence of OPEC & Saudi Arabia in Oil Prices12:45 – Russia & China’s Role in the Oil Market15:00 – Geopolitics & Energy: Strategic Reserves & Global Power Plays18:00 – The Future of Oil & Gas Investments: What’s Next?20:30 – The Rise of LNG & U.S. Energy Dominance25:00 – How Much Oil Does the U.S. Have? Strategic Reserves Explained30:00 – Why Oil Prices Fluctuate & What Investors Need to Know37:00 – Closing Thoughts & Future Podcast EpisodesConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug