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Why We’re Fracking the Same Wells Twice (And It Actually Works)
Refracs might sound like something out of an engineer’s fever dream, but Bob Barba makes it surprisingly simple and honestly, kind of fascinating. He breaks down how g...
The Real Reason Our Power Grid Keeps Failing
AI and Bitcoin mining’s gotten a bad rap when it comes to power use, but what if it’s actually helping reshape the grid? We sat down with Haley Juarez from Pioneer Min...
WTF is Coring?
Coring is one of those parts of energy that doesn’t get much spotlight but makes everything else possible. Courtney Rubin from Baker Hughes breaks it down in a way tha...
Why Oil Companies Are Always Short on Cash
Philip Reed, better known as the "OFS Finance Guy," isn’t afraid to tell it like it is when it comes to money in the oilfield. Between explaining invoice factoring in ...
Inside the Life-Saving World of Well Control
Well control is one of those topics that sounds super technical, but it’s basically about keeping a well safe and under control when you’re drilling. Dana Varisco and ...
Why Digitizing Energy Infrastructure Is So Hard
Sean Kelley knows that digital tools aren’t just shiny add-ons, they’re the backbone of how energy companies can work smarter and faster. In this conversation, Jacob a...
Can Technology Make Drinking Water From Thin Air?
Turning air into water sounds like science fiction, but that’s exactly what SkyH2O is doing. We sat down with Terell Jones to unpack how atmospheric water generation w...
Data is Energy's Most Untapped Resource
Spreadsheets, SCADA systems, terabytes of old data, and a surprising amount of laughter, this one has it all. Jacob and Julie sat down with Bobby Neelon from Drill Dow...
WTF is Wireline?
Wireline isn’t your average day job, it’s long shifts, high stakes, and a whole lot of grit. Massiel Diez pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like running wirel...
How Fracking Made Energy Affordable Again
Fracking might sound complicated, but it’s basically a wild mix of science, engineering, and more than a few surprising stories. We sat down with Justin G. Hayes from ...
Large Language Models Explained
Large language models like ChatGPT are changing the game, and in this episode, we’re unpacking how they’re shaking up industries and everyday tasks. From predicting yo...
How West Texas Took Over Global Energy
Ever wondered about the Permian Basin or how oil really works? In this episode of Energy 101, Jacob and Julie ask the "dumb questions" so you don't have to! Joined by ...
Revolutionizing Oil & Gas Completions with Data
In this episode of Energy 101, we welcome Lee Payne, Director of Sales and Marketing at Cold Bore Technology, for his first-ever podcast appearance, where he breaks do...
Navigating the Complex World of Energy Law with Expert Insights
In this episode of Energy 101, we sit down with energy lawyers Lauren and Ashley to demystify energy law and trials, break down common misconceptions about lawsuits, a...
Microseismic 101: Turning Science into a Business
In this episode of Energy 101, we sit down with Dr. Peter Duncan, geophysicist and founder of MicroSeismic, to explore his journey from an early geology job in Newfoun...
Power Struggles: The Texas Grid and ERCOT's Role
In this episode of Energy 101, Sydney and Julie are joined by industry expert Marshall Long to break down what’s really happening with ERCOT and the Texas grid, explai...
From 3D to 4D: The Evolution of Seismic Data with Deborah Sacrey
This week on Energy 101, we sit down with veteran geologist Deborah Sacrey, who brings over 30 years of industry experience to a wide-ranging conversation on why seism...
Nuclear for Newbs
In this episode of Energy 101, we sit down with John Chaplin of Last Energy to break down how nuclear power really works, clear up common myths around fission, fusion,...
Getting Down and Nerdy on Frac Chems
In this episode of Energy 101, we’re joined by Kye Yocham of Fluid Energy to demystify frac chemicals, explaining how drilling mud and key additives work, how frac flu...
The Hidden Foundation: Why Geology is Vital for Energy Development
This week on Energy 101, we sit down with Andrew Muñoz of 4Cast to explore his path from geophysics to building software that transforms oil and gas project valuation,...