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Special Thanksgiving Edition | Ep 263
In this special short edition Russell discusses in an entertaining and enlightening way the positive health benefits of being thankful. This episode is made possible by KnowledgevineContact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine on LinkedIn. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Like the show? Leave us […]
Quantum, AI | Ep 262
Don’t let the title fool you. Not Artificial Intelligence, but aviation intelligence – lessons learned about the brain and safety from the aviation industry – along with powerful safety leadership principles to take a safety program from good to excellent; plus, TORPEDOS in the Oil & Gas industry? Find out as Russell interviews Tom Knode, […]
“Failing Safely” and “Failing Lucky” | Ep 261
Another top-notch guest on this Top Ten podcast as Russell sits down with Lamberto Nonno, HSE Director for North America and Regions at Baker Hughes. This is a great discussion on safety including Human Performance and the concept behind finding the next incident. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Lamberto Nonno via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lamberto- nonno Company […]
“Forward Accountability” in Human and Organizational Performance | Ep 260
Listen as Russell interviews Shannon Caldwell, CSP – VP of HSE and Regulatory Affairs for Zenith Energy US to discuss the key to not overcomplicating safety by identifying the risk that you can’t live with and recognizing that people are not a problem to fix but a solution to be involved. Contact Russell Stewart via […]
Insights on risk assessment and management with Ron Hallmark | Ep 259
Russell welcomes to the show Ron Hallmark, CSP and CEO of HSE Solutions, Inc. Ron is an HSE vet who has successfully managed safety programs in five different countries. Interesting discussion and stories especially relating to QRA, PSM and personal safety. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ru ssell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Ron Hallmark via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hseexpertwitn ess This episode is […]
The Meerkat Philosophy | Ep 258
In this episode Russell talks with Mike Trahan, CSP – HSE Senior Advisor at Surge Energy America. Interesting discussion on a thriving small Operator’s safety program. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Mike Trahan via LinkedIn: linkedin .com/in/mike-trahan-csp-49702a88 Company Website: www.surgeenergya.com This episode is made possible by Knowledgevine Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine on LinkedIn. Sign up […]
Travel Risk Mitigation | Ep 257
In this episode Russell is at an interactive seminar on meeting legal obligations and executing safe and secure business travels. He interviews three participants for their perspectives on “Duty of Care”. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ru ssell-stewart-podcast-host/ Global Guardian via LinkedIn: (19) Global Guardian: Overview | LinkedIn Company Website: www. globalguardian.com Contact Stephen Barth via LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/stephenbarth]{.und erline} […]
Safety Rescue – Not just in the movies | Ep 256
Russell talks to Keith Stelter and Wally Suarez with American Safety. They discuss preparing for and carrying out safety rescues along with some interesting anecdotes from Wally’s day as a Texas Correctional Officer. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Keith Stelter via LinkedIn: www.epochwesterncanada.comlinkedin.com/in/keith-stelter-575b9312 Contact Wally Suarez via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/wally-suarez-32a143219 Company Website: www.americansafety.net This episode is made possible […]
Current Best Practices in the North Sea and Middle East | Ep 255
Russell welcomes back from last year to the show, Barry Simpson and Adrian Longley of BEAD Environmental Solutions. A very thorough discussion on Best Practical Environmental Option (BPEO) and Net Environmental Benefit Analysis (NEBA) measures. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ This episode is made possible by Knowledgevine Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine on LinkedIn. Sign […]
Talking mental health and 988 | Ep 254
Do you know what 988 is? You will after listening to Russell interview Sable McElveen, Director of Ellie Mental Health – Tanglewood in Houston, TX. A licensed clinical social work supervisor with a doctorate in health administration, Sable discusses the top issues in mental health and the all-important number – 988. Contact Russell Stewart via […]
Commitment to Safety | Ep 252
In this episode Russell interviews Randy Foster, SHEP OHST – S & H Director for Milestone Environmental. Learn how this small but growing company built and maintains its safety program. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ru ssell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Randy Foster via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/randy-fo ster-shep-ohst-a0088113a Guest Website: https://www.milestone-es.com/ Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevin e.com Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn: https://www.li nkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641/ […]

The future of oil and gas | Ep 251
Russell’s guest on this show is Ryan Sitton, Founder and CEO of Pinnacle and a former Texas Railroad Commissioner. Ryan is truly an oil and gas expert and an accomplished speaker. Anytime he shares his thoughts on the industry it makes for an interesting and informative conversation. Listen as this is no exception. This episode […]

EHS and ESG Solutions – Ep 250
Russell interviews Sean Baldry, CRSP – Director of Product Marketing for Cority, a leading Environmental Health and Safety solution provider with over 1,400 customers (including major Oil & Gas companies) in 120 countries. Listen as Russell and Sean discuss safety (SIFs), and the Methane Emissions Reduction Program (MERP) included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). […]

Zombie Wells? – Ep 249
In this episode our host Russell Stewart welcomes back to the show, Dan Arthur, P.E., SPEC, CPG, FGS – President and Chief Engineer of ALL Consulting and recently, VP of Well Plugging Initiatives at CSR Services, LLC. Dan brings his expertise to bear on the currently hot topic of abandoned wells, including what some call […]

Safety is Not Proprietary – Ep 248
If you’re about safety (and all of us should be), then don’t miss a great conversation and great insights as Russell sits down with Rob Richard, Halliburton’s QHSE North America Manager. Rob graciously takes the time to share for the OGGN HSE audience Halliburton’s safety and risk management principles that recently earned it the prestigious […]

Managing E&P Produced Water – Ep 247
In this episode our host Russell Stewart interviews Dan Arthur, President and Chief Engineer of ALL Consulting. Dan holds multiple designations discussed at the beginning of the show leading into an informative discussion on produced water, its challenges and the rise of technologies to manage it. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Dan Arthur […]

AI 2.0 – Ep 246
Technology is now playing a huge role in HSE. Listen as Russell sits down with Matt Oberdorfer, CEO of Embassy of Things to discuss the Internet of Things (IoT) and how to use Industrial IoT to utilize the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to predict catastrophic events and prevent accidents thus […]

Industry 4.0 – Ep 245
Listen as Russell interviews Nader Fathi, CEO of Kiana Analytics to discuss how digitalization, or industry 4.0, helps with HSE. A very interesting and informative conversation about how a “hardware agnostic” software can protect worker’s health, reduce risk, and improve safety and security. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Nader Fathi via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/naderfathi […]

The Emerging World of Hydrogen – Ep 244
Today Russell is at the World Hydrogen North America Congress and sits down with Nadim Chaudhry, CEO and organizer of the event to talk about the prominent role hydrogen is playing in the rapidly advancing renewables market. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Nadim Chaudhry via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nadimchaudhry Company Website: www.worldhydrogenleaders.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com […]

CI and Safety – Ep 243
What is CI? Listen as Russell interviews Jon Saner, Halliburton’s Director of Continuous Improvement as they discuss how CI engages every employee to think about processes in a different way to improve efficiency and safety. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Jon Saner via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonsaner Company Website: www.halliburton.com Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine […]

Cleaning Up Our Messes – Ep 242
In this episode our host Russell Stewart introduces Curtis Shuck, Founder and Chairman of the Board of the Well Done Foundation, a 501c3 organization that is leading the way in plugging orphaned or abandoned oil & gas wells. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Curtis Shuck via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/curtis-shuck-8b15489 Company Website: welldonefoundation.com/ Sponsor Website: […]

Leveraging Data to Improve Performance, Productivity, Reliability and HSE – Ep 241
Russell welcomes to the show Oil & Gas industry veteran Jeff Krimmel, PhD, Chief Strategy Officer at Pinnacle to discuss his company’s approach of using data to drive reliability that enhances process safety and environmental impact. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Jeff Krimmel via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeffkrimmel Company Website: www.pinnaclereliability.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact […]

Let’s Talk Safe Driving – Don’t Hit What’s in Front of You and Stay in Your Lane – Ep 240
A vehicular accident can change your life suddenly, nevertheless we are too complacent about driving. Listen as Russell interviews Kevin Alexander, Director of Safety for American Eagle, the Oil & Gas Division of Bennett Motor Express, LLC. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ American Eagle Company Website: www.aeagle.net Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Take Human Performance on […]

Methane Mitigation – Ep 239
Want to understand Methane Mitigation and why it is so popular? Listen as Russell interviews John Lievois, PhD and CEO of Blue Sky Measurements. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn Contact John Lievois via LinkedIn Company Website: Blue Sky Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn Please leave a Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/hse This episode […]

SOL-X SmartWatch, a Wearable IIoT Device – the “Fitbit” of Safety – Ep 238
Russell is at the Connected Worker Conference and sits down with one of the keynote speakers, Captain Daniel Alcantara CSDO – Chief Solution Delivery Officer for Magellan X to discuss cloud-connected wearable technology (SmartWatch) that can send emergency alerts, manage workloads, and track health and environment data. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact MagellanX […]

MobiWan – Time Magazine’s Best Invention of 2021 – Ep 237
Listen to this interesting and informative discussion with MIT Grad, Jordan McRae, CEO and Founder of MOBILUS Labs as he talks with Russell about the most revolutionary invention in bone conduction audio to improve health, safety and productivity in the most extreme noise environments. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Jordan McRae via LinkedIn: […]

Energy Transition and Transformation – Ep 236
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Energy Industries Council’s Amanda Duhon, Vice President & Regional Director, North & Central America to discuss Energy Transition with a new twist – Energy Transformation. This is a great conversation. This episode is made possible by Knowledgevine (Click the LEARN link for HPAC conference info) Contact David Bowman, […]

Educational Opportunities in Safety – Ep 235
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Tiffany Rice, MS CSP – Assistant Director at West Virginia University’s National Resource Center for OSHA’s Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC). Discover Occupational Safety and Health educational opportunities for the oil & gas worker including certification courses that do not require a four-year undergrad degree (check out […]

Safe Driving – Ep 234
The month of April is “Distracted Driving Awareness Month”. Russell takes the opportunity to discuss Driver safety in general as it relates to alcohol and substance abuse impairment, seat belt usage, and driving while drowsy along with a special segment on distracted driving in particular. These tips could save your life, or someone else’s. Contact […]

Cybersecurity – Ep 233
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Mike Hoffman, Technical Leader TOC Global Services for Dragos – a leader in Industrial Cybersecurity. Technolgy has done so much to enhance health, safety and the environment; but it must be protected and performing threat assessments to put defenses into place is critical. Also, check out the […]

TADSAW, Inc. – Ep 232
What is TADSAW, Inc.? Listen as our host Russell Stewart talks with Bart Sherwood to explain TADSAW and TADSAC, which are programs using therapy dogs to mitigate medical conditions and especially potentially life-threatening mental issues to improve quality of life and prevent suicide – AT NO COST. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Bart Sherwood […]

The Case for Pipelines – Ep 231
In this episode our host Russell Stewart welcomes to the show Larry Young and Jim Walsh with Total Containment. They discuss the evolution of a patented new system that minimizes the environmental impact of pipeline links to provide a safer way to transport chemicals versus railcar. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Larry Young […]

Standing Up for Oil & Gas – Ep 230
Do you know about the Energy Workforce and Technology Council? You should – and you will, after listening to Russell interview its President, Molly Determan. Learn about how the Council represents over 400 industry services companies focusing on advocacy/legislation/education in Washington, DC, member benefits and networking. One such benefit revolves around safety training and consulting, […]

The Solution – Not the Problem – Ep 229
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Michael Curran, PhD, CERP, Owner and Principal Ecologist of Abnova Ecological Solutions to discuss how reclaimed natural gas well pads are capable of hosting over 20x more pollinators than “undisturbed” reference areas… essentially showing operators are a significant part of the solution to biodiversity decline. Contact Mike […]

Cold Stress in the Work Environment – Ep 228
It’s wintertime so today’s podcast is a short discussion detailing tips about working in the cold, preventing and treating frostbite and hypothermia. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN link for HPAC conference info) HPAC Conference Discount Code: oggnhsepodcast Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641/ This episode is […]

Safety Practitioners/Safety Professionals/and the Army’s Leadership Doctrinal Manual – Ep 227
Russell Stewart brings back to the show his guest from the Special Holiday Edition, Rory Mele – Director of EHS for BHI. This is a brief conversation but as the title suggests a very important and informative session. Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.lin Contact kedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Rory Mele LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rorymele Company Website: www.bhico.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com […]

Telecommunications and Safety – Ep 226
Learn a little bit about the 146-year history from telegraph to 5G and its modern-day application to safety as Russell interviews Ericsson’s Director of Business Development, Sindhu Laljani. Contact Sindhu Laljani via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sindhulaljani Websites com/en/industries/offshore-and-processing (Private Networks Energy 5G) com/en/industries (Transforming Enterprises) Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN […]

PPE Episode – Safety Gloves – Ep 225
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Shelby Hrechuk owner of Stout Gloves and discusses the company’s interesting Entreprenurial history, impact gloves/hand injuries, and the secret to getting workers to wear them. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Shelby Hrechuk via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shelby-hrechuk-001147b3 Company Website: epochwesterncanada.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN […]

Process Safety versus Personal Safety – Ep 224
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Dan Lebsack, P.E. – Global Process Safety Management Lead, Baker Hughes Chemicals. Learn about Process Safety keys from a 40+ year industry veteran. A very worthwhile conversation with an emphasis on how when it comes to safety – you’ve never arrived. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact […]

Special Holiday Edition – 2022, Ep223
From silly Christmas trivia to a serious discussion about the holiday blues and suicide prevention, host Russell Stewart talks with Rory Mele, ASP, CHST – Director of EHS for BHI. Rory’s own personal experience and his current work on a suicide prevention task force sheds real light on a very dark subject so predominant this time […]

Human Performance – The Gold Standard in Safety, Part Two, ep222
Part Two of Russell Stewart’s interview with David Bowman and David Sowers, CEO & CFO respectively of KnowldegeVine, the show’s new sponsor. KnowledgeVine is the leader in Human Performance improvement training and technologies. Learn more about error reduction that works. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641 […]

Human Performance – The Gold Standard in Safety, Part One, Ep221
Part one of two episodes where Russell Stewart talks with David Bowman and David Sowers, CEO & CFO respectively of KnowldegeVine, the show’s new sponsor. KnowledgeVine is the leader in Human Performance improvement training and technologies, so these are two very informative episodes. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact David Bowman, […]

Safety and Leadership with Worley’s Britt Howard. Ep220
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks safety with Britt Howard, Worley’s Group Director, Assurance. Britt has 30+ years in HSE all over the United States, in 15 countries, and across 4 continents. He is a routine Conference Speaker, utilized as a safety expert witness, has published several articles and authored several books on leadership, […]

TOPCORP Project. Ep219
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Arvind Ravikumar, Faculty in The University of Texas at Austin’s Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering Department. This is a short but informative conversation about the Training Consortium of UT, Penn State University, and the Colorado School of Mines that provides Oil & Gas training to regulators to help […]

Safety – Journey and Advice. Ep218
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Bill Walker, CIH, CSP – Sr Environment, Health, and Safety Leader for Battalion Oil Corporation. Listen to the 2020 American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Oil, Gas, Mining & Mineral Resources Practice Specialty Safety Professional of the Year describe his journey and give advice on a […]

The Extreme Tank Tool. Ep216
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Paul Gibbs, Managing Partner and Owner of Xtreme Tank Technologies. Listen to the interesting saga of how a patent on a specialty oil tool that disappeared for years has now resurged and could significantly impact HSE by removing all vapors from tanks and extinguishing fires. Russell also introduces […]

Strictly Safety- KnowledgeVine and the Texas Oil & Gas Safety Roundtable Virtual Meeting. Ep217
This is a very short, but information-rich, podcast as Russell Stewart Introduces his new sponsor, KnowledgeVine and their Human Performance technology system, REMEDY; plus, he discusses some important safety information gleaned from a recent meeting of Oil & Gas safety professionals. Contact David Bowman via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641 Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Company website: www.knowledgevine.com Enjoying […]

Another International Episode, 215
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Laven Reddy, Founder & Director of REDSAFE in Gauteng, Southern Africa’s business hub. Learn about a process-based Health and Safety Management System designed for an end goal of ZERO incidents and accidents. [email protected] – public email communication www.redsafe.co.za – website www.redsafe.co.za/safety – safety sector of website https://www.linkedin.com/company/redsafeza/ […]

Surprise, Surprise, Surprise! Ep214
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Peter Duncan, CEO & Founder of MicroSeismic, Inc. and is pleasantly surprised. This episode is so packed with interesting and inspiring information about safety and the environment that Russell couldn’t pick a title. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermduncan Company Website: http://www.microseismic.com/ https://lovethepodcast.com/hse Brought to you on the Oil and […]

Conversation with Jimmy Robinson, COO of Northern Oilfield Services, Ep213
In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Jimmy Robinson, a real Entrepreneur in the Oil & Gas service industry discuss interesting perspectives on safety and business philosophy along with the importance of engaging Community to educate folks about the significant impact the Petroleum Industry has in our everyday lives. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jimmydrobinson Company Website: www.NOS-LLC.com […]