Oil And Gas Startups Podcast

John and I sit down in the DW studio and begin chatting about what it’s like having a newborn and the technology around newborns, and that’s where we segway into oilfield banter. We discuss the changes in our industry, technology advances at Volant, their sales process and ability to pivot based off of request, as well as the future of energy. On this episode he makes the pledge to do a triathlon…so we’re going to have to stay in touch with him to see if he does it!

Chuck joins a panel discussion at the NAPE Business Conference about the current and future state of upstream private equity. And as is typical, Chuck’s a bit of a buzzkill. Moderated by Buddy Clark of Haynes & Boone, the other panelists include Greg Robbins of Grit Oil & Gas and Michael Freeman of Haynes & Boone. The post Private Equity 2021: Feast or Famine | Chuck Yates Needs a Job Podcast first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

Bulldog Oil and Gas attorney, entrepreneur and most recently on Hart Energy’s 40 under 40! Rachel Reese talks ambition, balance and the importance of networking. Stay tuned to future episodes of Oil Money to hear the new legal segment hosted by Rachel. She’ll be breaking down the big legal news in energy and many common misconceptions around attorneys and law. The post Rachel Reese on Oil Money first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

Houston-based Rtic founder shares how he quickly scaled the company with tech and minimal staff to become one of the most significant national sellers of coolers and drinkware.

Kevin and I sit to discuss his extensive background as an engineer at different O&G companies before making the move to Business Development, bringing him to Houston to grow his network during Covid. We discuss getting out of your comfort zone, and how this industry needs to share information so we can improve together. We discussed which one of his 9 children can hold off the wet bandits if left Home Alone.

There’s no better way to build culture than to lead from the front. Cully Cavness joined us for a second time to chat ultra-marathons, building culture, closing $100mm+ in new funding and how Crusoe Energy Systems is rapidly expanding their Bitcoin mining facilities.

Matt Harriman likes making work suck less. He even says it on his company, Pod2's, website. But he also specifically mentions that Al Pacino does not work at his company, so we never know with this wild card. Anyhow, Matt walks us through his history, what he enjoys doing, his consulting company and technology ideas. Bonus: Dr. Funkenstein records this episode from the confines of another DW podcaster's home, a toddler shows up mid-podcast, and T-Lo talks about driving all over Texas - moving one daughter into College, the day after marrying another daughter within 21 hours. Fun one The post Making Work Suck Less with Matt Harriman on Tripping Over the Barrel first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

Paula joins me at the Petroleum Club of Houston to discuss the upcoming 75th year anniversary party. We discuss how the club provides a unique and special networking atmosphere with the events that are catered to everyone. One thing is certain: it’s not your parents Petroleum Club. We discuss how she’s making history being the first black woman President, and the second woman President at the club. We discuss the two books she wrote and the inspiration for writing them. We chatted about her involvement throughout the community serving on various boards, as well as what it’s like being a black woman in the oil and gas industry. We wrap up discussing all the reciprocating clubs that members have access to, as well as the membership process. Really enjoyed her positivity, community outreach, and relationship based approach on all she does.

Chuck chats with Max Gagliardi about the business, energy transition and probably reveals too much of the inner secrets of private equity. The post NAPE Fireside Chat (but it was 97 degrees out so we ran the A/C instead) on Chuck Yates Needs A Job Podcast first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

The founder of David Weekley Homes has sold more than 100,000 homes, but we dive into how people are the primary focus! Giving away 50% of income and time, David explains the importance of being other-focused instead of self-focused.

Is there a doctor in the house?! Well, yes…but she isn’t going to save you. Dr. Diana Grauer graced us with her presence this week. From growing up in Kansas, to solving some of our industries most difficult problems, she does it all with the coordination of a professional athlete. The post Diana Grauer on Oil Money first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

TJ joins me at the Petroleum Club of Houston to discuss his task of raising awareness and donations for the National Turkey Wildlife Federation (NTWF). He explains not only in wildlife and habitat conservation, that the organization is also doing some new and creative things to attract a new generation of hunters, as the average hunter license age is 55. We discussed how he plans to team up with oil & gas companies to help with their ESG initiative as well as providing a huge bang for their buck. As we are environmentalists being in the oil & gas industry, having TJ on was a perfect fit! Get in touch with him to learn more.

There are a lot of things we simple humans can't do as well as computers and algorithms - production optimization is one of those things. Hundreds of variables per well, all changing in real-time. Even optimizing for one well is impossible. Ed Cowsar with OspreyData dropped by walk us through his journey and Osprey's Production Optimization Platform.

From Rigs and Real Estate to #TOTB. Collin Placke, #gigem joins the fellas to talk about his methods behind creating financial freedom, "side hustling", and how he hedges against being "all in" with his oil career - and teaches others how to do the same. Collin takes us through working at companies big and small...the differences between working in Midland and Denver...and how to balance raising a family, a podcast, a full time job, and a side hustle. Had a blast with this young fella who has wisdom beyond his years. Enjoy it! The post Real Talk with Collin Placke on Tripping Over the Barrel first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

David joins me at the Petroleum Club of Houston to share his journey in the oilfield. From growing up in the oilfield when he was a kid riding around to rigs, to graduating college in 1987 and his first role in the oilfield. We go through each of his experiences, ultimately discussing his management style and what he believes is effective: Empowering your people. He also shares with us why he’s optimistic and excited about our industry.

Chuck chats all things hydrogen with Carmine Battista, CEO of Damorphe. Where is the hydrogen market today? What are the challenges to adoption of hydrogen? What’s the Damorphe solution? The post Element, Atomic Number 1 on Chuck Yates Needs a Job Podcast first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

In 2018, these three friends Paul Paras, Trent Crow, and Matt Herpich, set out to tackle the power industry and give power to the consumer. Moonlighting for a few years before they leaped, they tell the struggles that came with disrupting traditional residential energy providers.

The Dan, the Myth, the Legend. The Bill Nye of energy investing. Ladies and Gentlemen, you won’t want to miss this one! Learn a thing or two about the past, present and future of energy and most importantly…who does Dan Pickering think is more handsome? The post Dan Pickering on Oil Money Podcast first appeared on Digital Wildcatters.

We record this episode at the Petroleum Club of Houston, sipping Eagle Rare 17 and having a cigar. We dive into topics such as what he’s seen changed in our industry, his collection of custom made Japanese Knives, personal loss and signs from those that aren’t with us anymore, and much more.

Contrary to popular belief, oil & gas can be produced with zero methane emissions. The problem is that most methane detection technologies are intermittent, expensive and only detect the largest of leaks. The guys at Qube Technologies are taking emissions reduction head on through continuous monitoring with their IoT devices. Eric Wen walked us through how incumbent emissions technologies have failed and how building an economically viable solution can bring about big change.