The Crude Life Interview: Sarah Skinner, The Oilman Magazine
Sarah Skinner, Oilman Magazine, gives a preview of their current issue of the Oilman Magazine. Skinner talks about the features related to bridging the skills gap in the energy industry.
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The Crude Life Interview: Chris Ginsbach, Carbon Creek Energy
Chris Ginsbach, Carbon Creek Energy, talks about the first-of-its-kind sale in commodities markets —Frack-Free Natural Gas Certificates. Carbon Creek has entered into a contract with East Coast Power & Gas, a regional energy services company, to deliver a groundbreaking product in a multi-year deal. He also explains how Carbon Creek […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 204: Year in Review, Railroad, Millennials and Shale Play USA
Year in Review Wayne Christian, Railroad Commission of Texas, discusses the issue with millennials and retirees in the oil and gas industry. He also talks about the facts and fictions related climate change and how we view it as a society. Year in Review Interview: Joe Dancy, Oil & Gas, […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 282: Natural Gas Bottleneck, Year in Review and a 2019 Outlook
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, gives a Year in Review for the Davis Refinery. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil refining facilities that are designed to, […]
The Crude Life Interview: Dr. Loren C. Scott, Energy Expert and Economist
Dr. Loren C. Scott, Energy Expert and Economist, gives an economic update from Louisiana. He also comments on the Haynesville shale play. He expounds on the petrochemical industry, which is adding a remarkable investment to the Gulf Coast. Scott believes the natural gas industry will see an uptick next year […]
The Crude Life Interview: Kevin Black, Creedence Energy Services
Kevin Black, Creedence Energy Services, gives a recap of his 2018 and their incredible growth. Creedence has grown from about 15 employees to nearly 50 in the past year, according to Black. Black also speculates what 2019 will look like in the Bakken and where some price points are for […]
The Crude Life Interview: Chase Broussard, DealMakers
Chase Broussard, DealMakers, gives an update from the Permian Basin in Texas. Broussard also discusses his 2018 and explains how he was able to find international success. He also explains how his cyclonic sand separator works.
The Crude Life Interview: Joe Dancy, Univ. of Oklahoma College of Law
Joe Dancy, Oil & Gas, Natural Resources, and Energy Center, University of Oklahoma College of Law, gives a boots on the ground update on the Oklahoma and Texas shale plays. Dancy also shares information and speaker sentiments from several conferences over the past month. Many believe 2019 will start slow […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 203: Workforce Issues, Oil in Kentucky and Corpus Christi
Year in ReviewInterview: Iain Vasey, Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development CorporationIain Vasey, Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation, talks about the number of economic and infrastructure project happening in the Corpus Christi area. Year in ReviewInterview: Chase Broussard, DealMakersChase Broussard, DealMakers, talks about 2018 and how he was able to […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 281: Frack-Free Natural Gas, Enviro-Tech and Mobile Greenhouses
Weekly Davis Refinery UpdateInterview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy GroupWilliam Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, gives a Year in Review for the Davis Refinery. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil refining facilities that are designed to, or capable […]
The Crude Life Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group
William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group shares news about their new Davis Refinery EPC contractor, McDermott. Prentice also gives a recap of 2018, including a discussion about the “new normal” in energy, which involves an increased amount of litigation. The Davis Refinery’s Permit to Construct, a 2019 outlook and plans […]
The Crude Life Interview: Terry Etam, Energy Writer, BOE Report
Terry Etam, Energy Writer, BOE Report, talks about potential issues with natural gas. He cites storage and pipelines as two examples of issues on the rise. Alternative and unconventional natural gas technologies are discusses as well. Everything from portable LNG devices to mobile greenhouses are discussed.
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 202: Social Media, Cleaning Spills, Animal Tech and the Permian Basin
Year in Review Interview: Jasper Wade, ToolsRUS.Online Jasper Wade, ToolsRUS.Online, talks about safety and preventative safety in oil and gas. Wade cites several products that assist oil and gas and how they make their sites safer and more efficient. Often time the combination of software and equipment is needed to […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 280: Davis Refinery, Energy Education, Carbon Capturing and Fire Tubes
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, gives a Year in Review for the Davis Refinery. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil refining facilities that are designed to, […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 201: Drones, US Senate, Grinders and the Economics of Oil and Gas
Social Media Segment Interview: Kalah Sprabeary, HUB Funding Solutions Kalah Sprabeary, HUB Funding Solutions, gives a recap of a recent event regarding the oil and gas industry. Sprabeary attended the Round Table – Economics of Oil and Gas – presented by Tim Snyder of Matador Economics. Other presenters – Karr […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 279: Natural Gas Shortages, Keystone XL and Energy Innovation
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, gives an update on the Davis Refinery. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil refining facilities that are designed to, or capable […]
The Crude Life Interview: Tiffany Steiner, API Dickinson
Tiffany Steiner, API Dickinson Board Member, gives the details for the API Dickinson Christmas Party. Steiner also talks about API and what they do for their local community,.
The Crude Life Interview: U.S. Senate-Elect and Current U.S. Congressman Kevin Cramer
U.S. Senate-Elect and Current U.S. Congressman Kevin Cramer explains the transition from the US House and the US Senate. He also comments on the current situation with the Keystone XL Pipeline, interim EPA Director Andrew Wheeler and the impact of steel tariffs.
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 200: Holiday Parties, Energy Economy, Changing Workforce and the Vegan Industry
Social Media Segment Interview: Tiffany Steiner, API Dickinson Tiffany Steiner, API Dickinson, shares information on their upcoming Holiday Party and how API is involved with the local community. Energy Economy Interview: Michelle Kommer, North Dakota Labor Commissioner Michelle Kommer, North Dakota Labor Commissioner, talks about the workforce study and how […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 278: Senate-Elect Kevin Cramer on Keystone Pipeline, Steel Tariffs
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, talks about the old perception of refineries and how new technologies are changing people’s views on the industry’s image. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 199: Light Reduction Industry, Texas Pipelines and the American Dream
Social Media Segment Interview: Bill Wren, The University of Texas at Austin Bill Wren, The University of Texas at Austin, explains how The University of Texas at Austin’s McDonald Observatory and the collaboration with the Permian Basin Petroleum Association (PBPA) and the Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) to reduce […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 277: New Normal in Energy, Work Force Issues and New Innovations
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, talks about the “new normal” in energy construction, citing his experience with the Davis Refinery. The Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 198: Environmental Tech, Fire Tubes and New Products
Social Media Segment Interview: Matt Boucher, CEO, Clock Spring Matt Boucher, CEO, Clock Spring, explains their rise in the marketplace and a new product in development they are currently working on. Energy Economy Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William C. Prentice CEO, Meridian Energy Group, comments on the […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 276: ONEOK Donates, Davis Refinery and Small Business USA
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William Prentice, Meridian Energy Group, talks about the Davis Refinery which is being designed with a throughput capacity of 49,500 bpd of Bakken crude oil. Oil refining facilities that are designed to, or capable of, processing 50,000 bpd or […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 197: Money Matters, Flowbacks, Well Testing and Community Donations
Community Building Interview: Lynn Welker, Welker Fevold Lynn Welker, Welker Fevold represents the McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) facility in Watford City about the recent $50,000 donation from ONEOK. Energy Economy Interview: Kalah Sprabeary, Hub Funding Solutions Kalah Sprabeary, Hub Funding Solutions, gives a recap of a recent event regarding […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 275: Energy’s Economic Impact, Infrastructure and the New Normal
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William C. Prentice discusses the “new normal” in oil and gas infrastructure development. The new normal involves permits and litigation from the onset. Energy Economy Interview: Tracee Bentley, executive director, Colorado Petroleum Council Tracee Bentley, executive director, Colorado Petroleum […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 196: Minerals, Propositions, Energy and Economic Development
Energy Economy Interview: Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development, gives an update from the heart of the Bakken oil fields. He talks about new companies and new developments. GroundBreakers Interview: Tracee Bently, Colorado Petroleum Council Tracee Bently, Colorado Petroleum Council explains what proposition 112 […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 274: Energy Infrastructure, Bakken Issues and a $75K Well
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William C. Prentice discusses the “new normal” in oil and gas infrastructure development. The new normal involves permits and litigation from the onset. Energy Economy Interview: Geoff Simon, executive director, Western Dakota Energy Association Geoff Simon, executive director, Western […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 195: Drones in Energy, 2019 Pipeline Market, Frac Sand and Pro Wrestling
Eneregy Economy Interview: Joe Dancy, Oil & Gas, Natural Resources, and Energy Center, U. of Oklahoma Joe Dancy, Oil & Gas, Natural Resources, and Energy Center, U. of Oklahoma talks about the UAS (drone) industry and how it is impacting the energy industry. Dancy explains how many of the energy […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 273: Davis Refinery, Western Energy Activity and Economic Development in Watford City
Weekly Davis Refinery Update Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group William C. Prentice comments on the recent decision and dismissal of a complaint filed against its Davis Refinery project by the North Dakota Public Service Commission (“PSC”). Energy Economy Interview: Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie […]
The Crude Life Interview: Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development
Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development, gives an overview of economic development’s role in Watford City and touches on energy service company Nuverra Environmental Services and how they are working with the local high school on a CDL trucking program. He also gives an update on the energy activity and […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 194: Singing for the NFL, BBQ Biz and Drill Baby Drill
Energy Economy Interview: Cody Trom, 10 Code Cody Trom, 10 Code talks about how the increase in the Bakken activity created an opportunity for 10 Code to grow and solidify a business foundation. GroundBreakers Interview: Nicolas Bures, Magna Bures Oil Nicolas Bures, Magna Bures Oil, talks about the success they […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 272: Minerals, Pipelines, Vapor Recovery and High School USA
Weekly Davis Refinery Update A recap of the Davis Refinery coming to Belfield, ND. Community Building Interview: Patrick Bertagnolli, Nuverra Environmental Solutions Patrick Bertagnolli, Nuverra Environmental Solutions, runs down some of the employment opportunities at Nuverra. Energy Economy Interview: Jeff Kummer, MineralTracker.com Jeff Kummer, MineralTracker.com shares the story of how […]
Coffee & Capitalism Radio Episode 193: Gas Gathering, High School Truckers and Tracking Minerals
Social Media Segment Interview: Kyle Lesniak, EcoVapor Recovery Systems Kyle Lesniak, EcoVapor Recovery Systems, talks about how they are finding success in innovative solutions for capturing tank vapor gas and removing oxygen. He also discusses which shale plays they are finding success in and what is next for their innovation […]
Building the Bakken Radio Episode 271: Pipeline Getting Full, Record Oil, Record Gas and a Mineral Rights Brew-Ha-Ha
Weekly Davis Refinery Update A recap of the Davis Refinery coming to Belfield, ND. Energy Economy Interview: Justin Kringstad, North Dakota Pipeline Authority Justin Kringstad, North Dakota Pipeline Authority, recaps the recent record setting crude oil and natural gas outputs. He also talks about the increase in crude by rail […]