Oil and Gas Upstream
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From the Corp of Engineers to Australia to unconventional reservoirs, Dr. Skip Rhodes about his career and about URTeC 2023 – Ep 211
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Skip Rhodes who provides a detailed overview of the Unconventional Resources Technology Conference. Dr. Rhodes also talks to young people who are interested in oil and gas about the value of attending the conference that will be held June 13-15, 2023 in Denver Colorado. Visit OGGN.com Episode […]
Insights on successful contracting strategies for megaprojects in oil and gas with Ed Merrow of Independent Project Analysis – Ep 210
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Ed Merrow of Independent Project Analysis (IPA) about his book “Contract Strategies for Major Projects” and why he says that contract strategies is less about the legalities of contracts and more about human behavior. Contract Strategies for Major Projects: https://www.ipaglobal.com/resources/books/contract-strategies-for-major-projects/ Ed Merrow bio: https://www.ipaglobal.com/team/edward-merrow/ Independent Project Analysis (IPA): […]
Upstream oil and gas in California with Uduak-Joe Ntuk at the University of Southern California (USC), Viterbi School of Engineering, Ershaghi-Center for Energy Transition (E-CET) – Ep 209
In this episode our host Elena Melchert and Uduak-Joe Ntuk discuss upstream oil and gas in California including Mr. Ntuk’s insights as California’s former chief petroleum regulator More information about E-CET can be found at https://ecet.usc.edu/ This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers […]
Upstream issues with Anne Bradbury of American Exploration and Production Council (AXPC) at 2023 CERAWeek by SP Global – Ep 208
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Anne Bradbury about her background and experience with upstream oil and gas and her role in sharing that experience with others on Capitol Hill and on behalf of AXPC members. www.axpc.org Twitter @axpc_us https://www.pbs.org/video/sherwood-forest-top-secret-tv32tg/ Link to Sherwood Forest: Top Secret movie about role of U.S. oil and gas […]
Connectivity, the “4th Industrial Revolution”, and the value proposition in the oil and gas sector with Viren Parikh of Ericsson – Ep 207
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Viren Parikh of Ericsson about various value use cases that assume and depend on the connectivity of phones, private networks, and data transfer. Viren talks about where we have been, where we are now, and the future of this technology, and the value it brings to the oil […]
The latest insights and analysis on the energy commodities market with Bill Shanahan and Brian Pieri – Ep 206
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Brian Pieri and Bill Shanahan of Energy Rogue and learns about an online service that helps producers—and anyone—understand current trends—and more—in energy supply and demand for use in business decisions. www.energyrogue.com [email protected] This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and […]
Intellectual Anarchy with Dr. Patrick Sullivan of Oceanit – Ep 205
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Patrick Sullivan regarding his “mind to market” company, Oceanit, and his new book “Intellectual Anarchy”, and a new technology to enable underwater broadband. https://intellectualanarchy.com/https://www.oceanit.com This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you […]
From astrophysics to oil and gas and subsurface energy with Dr. Joe Morris of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory – Ep 204
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Joe Morris, Associate Program Leader for Subsurface Energy and Nuclear Effects R&D about various aspects of the subsurface environment including modeling the hydraulic fracturing process at the nanoscale and the role of big data, data analytics, and Artificial Intelligence in helping us to better understand the subsurface […]
Laura Schilling and John Eden of TechnipFMC describe key hydraulic fracturing technologies – Ep 203
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Laura Schilling and John Eden from the TechnipFMC booth set up at the 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference. Laura Schilling, SVP, Surface Western Hemisphere, TechnipFMC [email protected] John Eden, VP of Sales, Surface Americas, TechnipFMC [email protected] This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one […]
Refracturing… was it worth it? – Ep 202
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Cameron Thompson of Devon Energy about their experience with refracturing in the Eagle Ford. This was recorded at the 30th Anniversary NAPE Summit. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on Oil and […]
Quantum internet networking, ARPA-E, and DOE’s National Labs – Ep 200
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Conner Prochaska about his time at DOE including his work as Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff at ARPA-E, as DOE’s first Chief Commercialization Officer for DOE in 2018, and then as Direct of for DOE’s Office of Technology Transitions related to moving research results from lab scale […]
Oil & Gas books, movies, and podcasts with Mark Stansberry – Ep 199
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Mark Stansberry about his 50-year career in upstream, his books about energy policy, production of the docudrama Sherwood Forest: Top Secret, and podcasts on energy, workforce, and higher education. To learn more about “The Energy Fellows” Podcast with focus on energy, natural resources, and thought leadership, please visit: […]
Plugs, snubs, and technology advancements in hydraulic fracturing – Ep 198
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Joe Frantz, CEO, Frantz and Associates about frac plugs, snubbing units, perf erosion, SPE Distinguished Lecturer Series, and technology advancements in hydraulic fracturing recorded at 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-frantz-53ab35191/ This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and […]
DOE field laboratories and their contributions to U.S. energy security – Ep 197
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Dan Hill, Texas A&M, about the DOE’s field laboratory portfolio, advanced diagnostics related to hydraulic fracturing, and the contribution of these public-private partnerships to U.S. energy security. Recorded at 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference National Energy […]
Petroleum geology fundamentals and role in oil and gas upstream – Ep 195
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Doug Valleau of Strategia innovation Technology Advisors about petroleum geology fundamentals, unconventional resource potential, and monitoring fluid flow through nano-Darcy pore structures at reservoir pressure and temperature, and URTeC 2023 www.URTeC.org This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive […]
Drilling where are we going and how can we get there? – Ep 194
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with James Liu of Drillrizon about how the drilling industry can evolve by coupling fundamental geophysics with new technologies. www.Drillrizoninc.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/drillrizoninc/ This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on Oil and Gas Global Network, […]
Hydraulic fracturing and the 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference with Dr. Jennifer Miskimins, Department Head of petroleum engineering at the Colorado School of Mines – Ep 193
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Jennifer Miskimins about hydraulic fracturing, latest technology trends in hydraulic fracturing, and the 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference in The Woodlands January 31-February 2, 2023 Link to the SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference, The Woodlands, TX, January 31 to February 2, 2023. https://www.spe-events.org/hydraulicfracturing/Homepage This episode is made possible […]
National Petroleum Council’s two new studies on petroleum market development, and on initiatives for progressing to net zero – Ep 192
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks about the NPC: who they are, what they do, and their two most recent studies presented to Secretary of Energy Jennifer Grandholm on Dec. 14, 2022. National Petroleum Council website NPC.org This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive […]
Recap of 2022 and looking forward to 2023 – Ep 191
In this episode our host Elena Melchert provides an overview of the Oil and Gas Upstream podcast during 2022 and describes some of the topics to be discussed on 2023 podcasts Oil and Gas Upstream website: https://oggn.com/podcasts/oil-gas-upstream/#:~:text=Oil%20and%20Gas%20Upstream%20explores,various%20sectors%20of%20the%20industry. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop […]
A very merry holiday special, Ep190
‘Twas the day before Christmas, when all through the studio, not a creature was stirring, not even our hosts. The headphones were hung, by their laptops with care, in hopes that St. Mark soon would be there……. The hosts were nestled, all snug in their beds, while visions of guests danced in their heads. Join […]
Hydraulic fracturing and geothermal with Karen Olson of Olson Turner Enterprises and Well Data Labs. Ep189
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Karen Olson of Well Data Labs about the early days hydraulic fracturing, the first SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Conference, development of a 6 TCF gas reservoir in Norway, and transferring oil and gas skillsets to geothermal energy as part of enhanced geothermal systems. https://www.spe-events.org/hydraulicfracturing 2023 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology […]
Oilfield Past, Present, and Future with Jimmy Robinson, Northern Oilfield Service, Ep188
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Jimmy Robinson of Northern Oilfield Services about changes to the oilfield over time including hydraulic fracturing and the human resources of the future. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on Oil and […]
Petroleum Engineering Adding Value with Dr. Alessandra Simone of Geostock Sandia, Ep187
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Alessandra Simone, subsurface Subject Matter Expert with Geostock Sandia. Dr. Simone describes her 20-year career from aeronautical engineering (helicopters) to petroleum engineering across six countries and offers advice for new and pending petroleum engineers. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one […]
Energy security, energy poverty, and energy literacy. Ep186
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with a surprise guest. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN […]
Innovations in Artificial Lift with Joe Navar. Ep185
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Joe Navar of Mesquite Technologies about how production technology has advanced over time making artificial lift safer and “smarter”. For more information about Mesquite Technologies email: [email protected] OR visit website www.mesquite-technologies-llc.com This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and […]
Offshore Technology with Art Schroeder. Ep184
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Art Schroeder, CEO, Energy Valley, Inc. about where upstream sits in the oil and gas value chain, difference between onshore and offshore upstream operations, and process of moving new technology from an a through to a reality. Art’s website is SubseaShuttle.com This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC […]
Advanced Borehole Seismology with Dr. Bjorn Paulsson. Ep183
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Bjorn Paulsson, CEO and President of Paulsson, Inc. about the benefits and applications of advanced borehole seismology in the oil and gas sector and beyond. Paulsson, Inc. website www.paulsson.com This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN […]
Digitizing the oilfield with Leslie Malone of mCloud, Ep182
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Leslie Malone on optimizing value through digitization onshore and offshore for oilfields and other subsurface plus wind energy. https://lovethepodcast.com/ogu This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Click here to take it one question survey and receive OGGN hardhat/laptop stickers Brought to you on Oil and Gas Global Network, the […]
Innovative Technology, Real-Time Risk Identification and Mitigation, and Increasing Profitability with Hamed Soroush and Kerry Fellers, Petrolern, Ep181
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Hamed Soroush, Founder and CEO of Petrolern, and Ms. Kerry Fellers, Petrolern, discuss innovative technology development, real-time risk identification and decision-making, the expansion of what constitutes “upstream”, and reducing the cost of operations to increase profitability. Petrolern Website https://www.petrolern.com/ This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC Brought […]
Technology, Water, Trends, and U-Pitch with Dr. Susan Nash, AAPG, Ep180
In this episode our host Elena Melchert talks with Dr. Susan Nash, Director of Innovation, and Emerging Science and Technology for the American Association of Petroleum Geology, about the definition of “Upstream”, new technology and trends in Upstream, water and produced water, opportunities for young professions, and AAPG’s U-Pitch match-making efforts for technology development including inventors, […]
Digital Dipsticks, Smart Meters, and Automation with Jim Jones, CMO at RIOT Wireless. Ep 179
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Jim Jones, CMO at RIOT Wireless to discuss how RIOT’s digital dipstick is assisting companies throughout the oilfield in accurate, real time tank measurement. Jim describes how this unique, field safe, technology can help save companies money through effective liquid measurement and treatments. LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimjonessocal/ Website: https://www.goriotwireless.com […]
Energy Policy and Communication with Jason Modglin, President of the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers. Ep178
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Jason Modglin to discuss the current energy policy landscape and how we coming together as an energy industry will be imperative for solving the world’s biggest challenge of providing reliable, affordable, abundant energy to the world. Jason also shares his passion for helping our smaller Texas operators through […]
Servant Leadership and Authenticity in Sales with Jason Earp, Executive Sales in Energy and Resources at Sodexo. Ep177
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Jason Earp, Executive Sales in Energy and Resources at Sodexo and discusses his philosophy on why being genuine and authentic is critical for the success of any business. Jason also shares his thoughts on servant leadership and why leading with the heart can help others in an […]
Halo and Inspection Intelligence with Brian Smith, Gulf Coast Business Development Manager at Qi2 Elements, a Baker Hughes Company. Ep176
EIn this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Brian Smith, Gulf Coast Business Development Manager at Qi2 Elements to discuss their recent acquisition with Baker Hughes and why inspection and integrity management is critical for the future of our industry. Brian also describes his upbringing and how being a son of a 38 year Shell […]
Preparing Youth for a Career in Oil and Gas with Sean Thomas, Senior Manager of Training and Development at API Ep 175
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Senior Manager of Training and Development at API to discuss API’s latest initiative called SkillsReady. This is the program that prepares HS graduates/GED holders for a career in any segment of the O&G industry. LinkedIn profile links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanthomaswashingtonlibrary/ Website links: http://www.api.org/ https://www.api.org/products-and-services/training/skillsready This episode is made possible […]
Production Optimization with Bill Melton, North American Sales Director of Measurement and Production Solutions at TechnipFMC. Ep 173
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Bill Melton, North American Sales Director of Measurement and Production Solutions at TechnipFMC to discuss how replacing sticks and spreadsheets is the key to unlocking true innovation potential for production optimization. Bill also discusses TechnipFMC’s new E-Mission™ technology which is the next level of optimization for your […]
Velodromes and Slaying Data Silos with Liz Dennett, VP of Data Architecture & Engineering at Wood Mackenzie. Ep 172
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier sits down with Liz Dennette and covers everything from her love for slaying data silos to trying things for the very first time. Liz recently took on Velodrome racing and will stop nothing short of slaying the high angled track. Liz also shares information about her podcast which focuses […]
Sailing, Slowing Down Time, and Leveraging Data with Lisa Hill, VP of Technology Strategy at ArgonDigital. Ep 171
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier sits down with Lisa Hill to discuss her journey of growing up on Lake Erie where she solved math problems while sailing with her parents to going through MIT and landing in Austin working for ArgonDigital. ArgonDigital specializes in making technology a strategic advantage, allowing their customers to do […]
Brown Chicken, Brown Cow and Power Infrastructure with Petra Reyes, Emerging Markets Manager at Power Infrastructure Partners, EP 169
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier sits down with Petra Reyes, Emerging Markets Manager at Power Infrastructure Partners to discuss her journey in the energy space while sharing why she loves living and being from Midland, TX. Petra is the Emerging Markets Manager at Power Infrastructure and is passionate about helping companies achieve their power […]
Mental Discipline and Energy Education with Gunnar Kayser, Process Engineer at HESS Corporation, ep 170
In this episode our host Justin Gauthier sits down with Gunnar Kayser to discuss his impressive journey as a top tier college athlete, academic rockstar, and oil and gas advocate. Gunnar and Justin discuss mental toughness and how that plays a role in success at every level. Gunnar is a huge advocate of oil and […]
Removing Divers from Subsea Pipeline Repair and Maintenance with Pal Magne and Nitin Patel from Connector Subsea, ep 168
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by TechnipFMC. This week our host Justin Gauthier talks with Pal Magne and Nitin Patel from Connector Subsea to discuss how Subsea Connect is […]
Kentucky Fried Chicken, Bourbon, and Gas Markets with Christin Redmond, Global Commodity Analyst at Schneider Electric Energy & Sustainability Services, ep 167
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode, Justin sits down with Christin Redmond to discuss her life long path in business economics and analytics. Christin also shares her thoughts on current […]
Baseball Analytics and Next Level Supply Chain Evolution with Eduardo Alvarez, Co-Founder of EnergyPeer, ep 166
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Many thanks to Endress+Hauser for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at Endress.com. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks Baseball Analytics and Next Level Supply Chain Evolution with Eduardo Alvarez, Co-Founder of EnergyPeer LinkedIn profile link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduandalv/ Website […]
Working Interest, Bitcoin Mining, NAPE, and ROX Exploration’s Upcoming Podcast with Adam Oxsen, VP at ROX Exploration, ep 165
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast a production of the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by Sherpa Coaching. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Alex Oxsen to discuss NAPE and how ROX Exploration […]
Oil Prices, Hydroelectricity, and Family Movie Nights with Mark Rossano, Founder of C6 Capital and Co-Founder of Primary Vision Network, ep 164
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by TechnipFMC on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Mark Rossano, founder of C6 Capital to discuss his passion for geopolitics and all things […]
Deep Cave Dives in Tulum, MX and Taking Over the PPE Space with Jeff Peeples, Founder and CEO of Sentinel Safety, ep 163
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by Endress+Hauser on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode, Justin sits down with Jeff Peeples, founder and CEO of Sentinel Safety to discuss his recent recharge in Tulum, Mexico […]
How a Unicorn Became a Texas Railroad Commissioner Candidate with Sarah Stogner, Owner of Stogner Legal, ep 162
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by TechnipFMC on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks wit with Sarah Stogner to hear how she went from Oil and Gas Attorney to running for […]
From O&G to Human Performance Improvement Using HRV with Jason Moore, Founder and CEO of Elite HRV, ep 161
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by TechnipFMC on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with Jason Moore, Founder and CEO of Elite HRV to discuss how HRV can be used […]
TAMU Oil & Gas ESG Summit with William Villalobos, Sr. Petroleum Engineering Student at Texas A&M, ep 160
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by TechnipFMC on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode our host Justin Gauthier talks with William Villalobos to discuss his involvement and commitment to the Oil and Gas ESG Summit […]
Emotional Intelligence in Business with Phil Johnson, Leadership Executive Coach at Masters of Business Leadership, ep 159
Welcome to the Oil and Gas Onshore podcast — brought to you by TechnipFMC on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. In this episode, Justin sits down with Phil Johnson, Leadership Executive Coach at Masters of Business Leadership. Phil has spent decades exploring, researching, […]