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Fuel Supply, Policy & the Truth About Gas Prices | Jobbers Ep. 13

Jason Case Season 1 Episode 13

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Why aren’t lower gas prices always a good thing—and what’s really happening behind the scenes in the fuel industry?

In this episode of Jobbers: American Energy, Jason Case sits down with industry leaders to break down the realities of fuel supply, pricing, and policy in today’s market.

From the role of the Energy Marketers of America (EMA) to the differences between big oil and family-owned fuel businesses, this conversation gives a clear look into how the industry actually operates. The discussion explores refinery shutdowns across the West, rising fuel costs in states like Nevada, and the growing challenges around logistics and supply.

The episode also dives into ethanol policy, including E15, infrastructure costs, and the regulatory pressure facing small and mid-sized fuel marketers. From Washington policy battles to “Day on the Hill,” it highlights how federal-level decisions directly impact pricing, operations, and long-term stability.

Finally, the conversation turns to the future of energy—breaking down EV mandates, electrification, and why a balanced approach may be more realistic than an all-electric transition.

In This Episode:

• What EMA is and how the fuel industry operates
• Big Oil vs family-owned fuel businesses
• Refinery shutdowns and their impact on supply
• Why gas prices are rising across the West
• E15 fuel explained and infrastructure challenges
• Key regulatory battles affecting fuel marketers
• How lobbying and policy decisions shape the industry
• EV mandates vs a balanced energy future
• Why extremely low gas prices can hurt long-term supply

Thank you for watching Jobbers: American Energy, the podcast that captures the real, unscripted stories of the people powering America’s fuel and energy industries. 

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🛢️ Jobbers: American Energy is hosted by Jason Case, the CEO of ROC, a third-generation family-run wholesale energy distribution company. Learn more at www.jobberspodcast.com/about

Real people. Real stories. Real American energy.

Thank you for listening to Jobbers: American Energy, the podcast that captures the real, unscripted stories of the people powering America’s fuel and energy industries. Every month, we go beyond the headlines to share the grit, leadership, and legacy of the workers who keep this country running.

📌 For more episodes, resources, and behind-the-scenes updates, visit:
 www.jobberspodcast.com

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📲 Follow along on social for extra content, updates, and sneak peeks:
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🛢️ Jobbers: American Energy is hosted by Jason Case, the CEO of ROC, a third-generation family-run wholesale energy distribution company. Learn more about Jason and the work behind the show at www.jobberspodcast.com/about.

Real people. Real stories. Real American energy.