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Episode 12: Barry Funston: 2026 EUROPE’S Triple Threat
Jason Case and Barry Funston continue a wide-ranging, candid conversation on leadership, accountability, and the real-world consequences of political and economic decisions. What begins as a reflection on Barry’s journey from the oil industry into philanthropy expands into a deeper discussion about governance, trust, and how societies respond under pressure.
Barry shares insight from his unique vantage point as a European observer of American politics, offering nuanced thoughts on Donald Trump’s policies, leadership style, and the tension between disruption and diplomacy. Jason responds by grounding the conversation in history, incentives, and accountability, particularly around immigration, energy independence, and national sovereignty. Together, they examine the lasting fallout of Covid across the US and UK, including economic disruption, government overreach, and growing polarization.
The discussion moves into NATO, Europe’s energy challenges, Brexit, and the war in Ukraine, exploring what happens when leadership fails to act decisively and where consequences must exist to restore public trust.
Episode 11: Barry Funston: 2026 BELFAST: An Oil Industry Story
In this powerful episode of Jobbers: American Energy, host Jason Case sits down with Barry Funston, a longtime friend and oil industry veteran from Belfast, Northern Ireland. The conversation spans far beyond the world of fuel and oil. Recorded on Veterans Day inside the Pearl Harbor WAR ROOM, this episode opens with the meaning of remembrance, the poppy, and how history shapes perspective.
From there, Barry shares what it was like building a career in the OIL business during the THE TROUBLES, navigating an industry under threat, and watching a family owned company evolve into a large publicly traded organization.
Episode 10: Jason Case: 2025 JOBBERS Recap Episode
Which JOBBERS American Energy story stuck with you most in 2025?
From humble first-timers to seasoned veterans, season one of Jobbers: American Energy captured stories that rarely get told - voices of grit, loss, leadership, and legacy from across the fuel and freight industries. In this final episode of the year, host Jason Case reflects on why the podcast was created, the stories that stayed with him, and the work still ahead. If you’ve ever wondered why someone keeps putting their boots on day after day, this episode is for you.
Episode 07: Chuck Strait: The Career Lessons That OUTLAST Any Job Title
The Career Lessons That OUTLAST Any Job Title
In this episode of Jobbers: American Energy, Jason Case talks with Charles Strait, Technical Services Manager at ROC, who’s worn many hats, ranch kid, Air Force innovator, steel mill engineer, and big oil troubleshooter. From working on classified GPS tech in the military to applying infrared imaging to open gears, his journey is packed with hard-earned wisdom and unexpected turns. He shares what it means to lead quietly, use your time wisely, and always choose a career you enjoy, even if that means making your own path.