Celebrating Women In Energy: Women Owned Businesses Amping Up

March 9, 2023 jasonspiess 0

Every March since 1987, Congress and U.S. Presidents have designated March as Women’s History Month. This year, The Crude Life celebrates and honors their accomplishments and contributions in history with interviews and stories that center around women’s experiences in industry. The Crude Life believes women are vital in energy.  Today more than ever. […]

The Industrial Forest Public Meeting Fargo

September 30, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Industrial Forest’s first public meeting for Fargo, North Dakota The Industrial Forest is scheduled for Thursday September 30. Very excited to start the Public Meetings of Total Transparency.   It’s amazing how many people from all walks of life are loving The Industrial Forest and it’s mission. We sold […]

Recycled Water Is Changing Oil And Gas

September 24, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Crude Life Content News Correspondent Matthew Hill Interviews Sammy Graham and David Farrell of Cudd Energy Services at NAPE. The interview centers around recycled water and how the idea of water has changed in oil and gas. Cudd Energy Services (CES) is a leading provider of innovative technology in […]

Global LNG Futures Looking Bright

September 1, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Crude Life Content New Correspondent Matthew Hill Interviews Joi Lecznar, EVP of Public Relations and Government Affairs at Tellurian Inc., about their domestic LNG projects and how the future looks for their company at NAPE. The two talk about LNG and how it can ensure energy equity across the […]

Salt Water Spills Becoming An Issue In The Bakken

September 1, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Karolin Jappe, McKenzie County Emergency Manager joins the Saturday Morning Storytellers recording in at the Little Missouri Inn and Suites Watford City. The interview covers a wide array of topics from salt water spills to the number of donations oil and gas companies have given to emergency services. Volunteer fire […]

It’s A Youth Movement And Sibling Empowerment

August 31, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Emma Mogen has graduated Watford City High School and is on her way to Minot State for college. Her little sister Jessica is just starting her sophomore year in High School. The two discuss living in Watford City through the past decade of boom and bust. Emma talks about her […]

Zakk Ross To Perform National Anthem On Guitar At Energy EXPO

August 27, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Crude Life is honored to announced that 18-year-old Zakk Ross will perform the National Anthem on his guitar at the Energy Exposition before Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon speaks to the crowd on September 1. Zakk graduated from Campbell County High School this year and is currently enrolled at Northwest […]

Finding Education And Passion In The Bakken

August 25, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Jim Green and Dr. Noelle Green share their stories during a Saturday Morning Storytellers recording session this week at the Little Missouri Inn & Suites Watford City in the heart of the Bakken, the City of Watford City. Jim is the Watford City High School principal and his wife Dr. Noelle Green is the principal […]

Planting Roots In The Bakken

August 25, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Joe Steele, Elite, and Kelly Kester, E Services, share their stories during a Saturday Morning Storytellers recording session this week at the Little Missouri Inn & Suites Watford City in the heart of the Bakken, the City of Watford City. Joe Steele is a hot oil driver of Elite, a company based in Sidney (MT). […]

It’s A Play Hard Work Hard Kind of an EXPO!

August 25, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Crude Life announced that podcaster and energy influencer Matthew Hill and Devan Reilly has been added to the Rockies’ biggest energy event of the Summer, The Energy Exposition and Symposium. Hill will welcome energy enthusiasts and golfers as they arrive to the Kick Off Party. For many it will […]

The Permian’s Happiest Hour This Summer

August 24, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Elite Real Estate Holdings, LTD/Y Knot Entertainment, LLC and Oilfield Connections International have partnered for an end of the summer Happy Hour at Casa de Windswept. “Get ready for the happiest hour this summer!” Tiffany Wilson, president, Oilfield Connections International Odessa Chapter said, “There are jet skis, diving boards and […]

A Tale Of Truckers, Trainers And Tankers

August 23, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Jenna Norman and Mike Lee of Nuverra Environmental Solutions share their stories during a Saturday Morning Storytellers recording session this week at the Little Missouri Inn & Suites Watford City in the heart of the Bakken, the City of Watford City. Jenna talk about her journey from Rome, GA, to […]

The Crude Life Fall Season Premiere Weeks Kicks Off Sept 8

August 23, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Absolutely amazing guests, interviews, and experts are being added to The Crude Life’s Fall Season Premiere Week! The Play Hard Work Hard Morning Show returns M-F on Sept 8 with new segments and reindeer games to start your day! A few of our special guests are Megan Lundstrom, M.A., Co-Founder, […]

Sgamma Recaps A World Wide Weird, Wild Week In Oil And Gas

August 19, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Kathleen Sgamma, President, Western Energy Alliance, recapped the past week to week and a half of increasingly weird behavior from the White House regarding the oil and gas industry. Sgamma referred to the weird behavior as another example of the Biden Administration wanting to shut down the American oil and […]

NAPE Week Kick Off With Thousands Ready To Make Deals

August 18, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The Crude Life Content News Correspondent Matthew Hill is live at NAPE all week. Click here to contact Hill via LinkedIn This year’s keynote speaker is former Secretary of Defense and retired Marine General James N. Mattis. One of the preeminent leaders of his generation, Mattis has spent nearly five […]

Interior Issues Statement on Oil and Gas Leasing Program

August 17, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Below is a statement from the Department of the Interior: “The Department of the Interior (Interior) confirmed today that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has appealed the preliminary injunction entered by the district court in Louisiana v. Biden, which enjoined Interior from implementing the pause in new federal oil and […]

Water Infrastructure Critical In Bakken

August 16, 2021 jasonspiess 0

In a meeting with Deputy Secretary of the Interior Tommy Beaudreau and Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) Regional Director Brent Esplin , Senator John Hoeven and Senator Kevin Cramer outlined the importance of advancing water infrastructure projects for maintaining a high quality of life and strong economic growth in North Dakota. […]

REGROW Act Passes The Senate

August 12, 2021 jasonspiess 0

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) informed The Crude Life that the Senate passed the Revive Economic Growth and Reclaim Orphaned Wells (REGROW) Act, his bipartisan bill with Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) to plug and remediate the nation’s orphaned wells. “The REGROW Act is a pro-jobs and pro-natural resources piece […]

The Summer Work Hard Play Hard Destination

August 11, 2021 jasonspiess 0

This week Watford City is Your Summer Play Hard Work Hard Destination! Check out this list of events for The Best of the West RibFest Week in Watford City! Wednesday Aug 11 A relaxing Maah Daah Hey trail hike and tour of the Rough Rider Center Thursday Aug 12 Work […]

Sustainable Leadership Series: Is Your Workplace A Crab Bucket?

August 3, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Joe Sinnott, Witting Partners, discusses leadership styles for many experiencing a transition in industry. The interview centers around “Crab Bucket” cultures and ” Narcissists” leaders. Sinnott gives several examples of how to identify, navigate and deal with toxic workplaces. Diving further into the topic, Sinnott explains how communication flows are […]

Permian Continues To Evolve, Community Changing

August 2, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Charles “Choc” Harris, Protector and Associates Security Service talks about the evolving Permian Basin. “Choc”, a former Sheriff, brings a different perspective to the conversation. Community, law enforcement issues and the importance of positive human energy are also discussed in detail. The interview was conducted in the Permian Basin Association […]

Carbon’s Role In Climate Change Challenged

July 29, 2021 jasonspiess 0

David Munson, Get Real Alliance, talks about the realities in climate change and industry. Munson has concerns that venture beyond industry too. Munson believes there are other concerns more pressing right now than climate change and discusses several. The Get Real Alliance supports rock dust remineralization of soil and wetlands, […]

Veeder Opens Up About Cancer Bout, Promotes Community Event

July 28, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Jessie Veeder and her family have been generational staples in the Bakken Oil Fields. In addition to her lifestyle column and music, Jessie’s father worked in economic development and her husbands worked in oil and gas, Veeder’s family understand what it takes to live The Crude Life. Jessie has long […]

Digital Field Tickets Changing Industry Speeds And Workflows

July 28, 2021 jasonspiess 0

John Mark Cavitt, CEO, RigER, details his background to set the table for the service and digitization work currently being deployed in the oil industry. A former teacher, youth pastor and chemist, Cavitt brings a diverse background and perspective to the oil and gas industry. The integration of technology is […]

Play Hard Work Hard Episode 127: Water Pipeline Sniffing Dogs, Singer Songreader, Transitional Energy And Petroleum Powered Possibilities

July 27, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Play Hard Work Hard Morning Show powered by The Crude Life Episode 127 Hour One Play Hard: Jason Spiess and Sterling wonder if Water Pipeline Sniffing Dogs Exist, New Resume Titles, Bakken’s Boondoggle, Permian’s Power, Colorado’s Conundrum, ESG, EPA, USA, NFL and WTF Hour Two Work Hard: North Dakota Agriculture Director Doug […]

Play Hard Work Hard Episode 126: Barstool Energy Sports Shouting, International Opportunities, Tinder Tool And Bezos’ Gary And Ace Rocket Ride Carbon Footprint

July 24, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Play Hard Work Hard Morning Show powered by The Crude Life Episode 126 Hour One Play Hard: Jason Spiess and Sterling talk about the Carbon Footprint of Jeff Bezos’ Space Joyride, Government Transitioning Oil, Douche Coin, Industry’s Energy Apathy, International Energy, AramcoBrats, New Tinder Date Term, Climate Change, The New Tetris […]

Nationally Television Show Coming To Watford City RibFest

July 23, 2021 jasonspiess 0

The popular BBQ lifestyle program Mad Dog & Merrill will be making their way to the Best of the West RibFest Watford City. Internationally recognized and self-proclaimed “Grillologists,” Mad Dog & Merrill®, entertain and educate thousands of backyard enthusiasts every year with the finer points of grilling on America’s Favorite […]

Energy Independence, Food Security And International Opportunity

July 23, 2021 jasonspiess 0

ND Agriculture Commissioner and Industrial Commission member Doug Goehring just landed this week from a successful mission in Qatar and Turkey. The mission was intended to build relationships with Qatar and Turkey that started during the pandemic to create a lasting footprint for the future. “North Dakota is experiencing growing […]

Haaland Visiting Colorado, Sgamma Demands Energy Answers

July 23, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Kathleen Sgamma, president of Western Energy Alliance, which represents 200 companies engaged in all aspects of environmentally responsible exploration and production of oil and natural gas in the West. It’s time for President Joe Biden’s Interior Department to start giving some answers to the American people about its policies governing […]

How A Well Site Is Like A Small City

July 22, 2021 jasonspiess 0

Brett Chell, President and CEO, Cold Bore Technology gives an overview of what Cold Bore Technology is and does. The two discuss how all the moving parts on a well pad is very similar to a small city. Chell explains how his technology allows the different parts of the well site to communicate in real time creating […]