Podcasts by The SPE Podcast

SPE President’s Podcast with Terry Palisch: ”Creating Our Energy Future” - December 2023 from 2023-11-30T23:45

In this podcast episode, SPE President Terry Palisch talks about the benefits of joining and being involved with the local SPE sections.

SPE Live Podcast: Generalist vs. Specialist: Winner Doesn’t Do It All! from 2023-11-30T09:00

We are excited to host four 2023 Energy Influencers selected by The Way Ahead for outstanding technical, entrepreneurial, and service contributions by young professionals. In this SPE Live, we d...

SPE Live Podcast: Leadership Development Impacts Career Transition and Progression from 2023-11-16T09:00

Engineering professionals must possess both technical and leadership skills to succeed in their careers. Mastering communication, understanding finance fundamentals, and being knowledgeable abou...

SPE Live Podcast: Energy Influencers View - Growth of Reservoir Engineering For CCS and Hydrogen Storage from 2023-11-02T09:00

We are excited to host three 2023 Energy Influencers selected by The Way Ahead for outstanding technical, entrepreneurial, and service contributions by young professionals.

In this SPE Li...

SPE President’s Podcast with Terry Palisch: ”Creating Our Energy Future” - November 2023 from 2023-10-31T23:45

In this podcast episode, Terry Palisch talks about the impact of the energy transition on the industry and technology and how SPE is helping its members adjust to the shifting landscape.

SPE Live Podcast: Gaia Talk – Rigs to Reefs: From Oil Production to Ocean Habitat from 2023-10-19T09:00

All offshore platforms will need to be decommissioned at some point, bearing many millions of dollars of cost. A field-proven alternative is to convert those assets into thriving reef ecosystems...

SPE Live Podcast: Pre-ATCE Series: HSE&Sustainability - Tangible Pathways from 2023-10-05T09:00

Delve into the transformative domain of sustainability and innovation in the oil and gas industry. This SPE Live provides a sneak peek into the ATCE conference’s theme through a dynamic panel di...

SPE President’s Podcast with Terry Palisch: ”Creating Our Energy Future” - October 2023 from 2023-09-30T23:45

2024 SPE President Terry Palisch shares his thoughts about the evolution of the energy transition, what the future of petroleum engineering looks like, and how SPE fits in. Terry also explains w...

SPE Live Podcast: Digital and Physical Core Analysis: Data Comparison, Integration, and Challenges from 2023-09-21T09:00

Digital rocks include various subsurface formation imaging such as logging while drilling, wireline logging, and seismic imaging, as well as imaging rock samples on the surface. The focus of thi...

SPE Live Podcast: Geothermal Vision for the Oil and Gas Industry and Why It Is Critical from 2023-09-07T11:06:51

Geothermal is hot around the world. Geothermal Rising and the Society of Petroleum engineers collaborate to inspire the future workforce and enable critical factors for geothermal to be develope...

SPE President’s Podcast with Terry Palisch: ”Creating Our Energy Future” - September 2023 from 2023-08-31T23:30

2024 SPE President Terry Palisch discusses his views on the challenges facing our industry and SPE members, his outlook for our industry, and what his goals will be duri...

SPE Live Podcast: Pre-ATCE Series: Generative AI - Value for the Energy Industry from 2023-08-24T09:00

AI has been around for about five decades. However, in the past few months, there is a renewed buzz about Artificial Intelligence and its applications for all businesses due to the emergence of ...

SPE Live Podcast: The Energy Transition – Envisioning a Lower Carbon Future from 2023-08-10T09:00

During this SPE Live on The Energy Transition – Envisioning a Lower Carbon Future, we talk about various key elements that have a significant impact on the energy transition, including the decar...

SPE Live Podcast: Causal Inferencing for Subsurface Engineering Applications from 2023-07-27T09:00

Join this SPE Live with Professor Sid Misra and discover the transformative power of causal inferencing in subsurface engineering. While widely employed in fields like medicine and econometrics,...

SPE Live Podcast: How Technology and Innovation Drive Unconventional Resources Development from 2023-07-13T09:00

We are in a period of energy evolution where technological advancements and private investments cause innovation to bloom and become the centerpiece of human progression.

During this SPE...

SPE Live Podcast: Gaia Talk – Real Decarbonization. Seizing the Low-Carbon Future from 2023-06-29T09:00

Join us for this SPE Live Gaia Talk with industry thought leader Tisha Schuller, founder of Adamantine Energy, for a thought-provoking and optimistic conversation on the future of energy.

SPE Live Podcast: Technical Director Series – Shared Challenges and Technologies for Maximizing the Value&Life of Completions from 2023-06-15T08:16:39

Completions and Production community members face numerous common challenges when attempting to maximize the value and life of completions. In this SPE Live, Technical Directors discuss the impo...

SPE Live Podcast: Pre-ATCE Series - Enabling Startups and Innovative Entrepreneurs in Oil and Gas from 2023-06-01T09:00

In this SPE Live, we discuss the challenges faced by startups and innovative entrepreneurs in the oil and gas industry, as well as funding options available to them.

One of the main chal...

SPE Live Podcast: Building the Bridge to the Future of Energy Engineering from 2023-05-18T09:00

Addressing the challenges in the evolving field of Energy Engineering requires the development of new tools and solutions for reliable characterization of subsurface rocks. This demands training...

SPE Live Podcast: Natural Language Processing in the Subsurface&Wells Disciplines from 2023-05-04T11:59

Predictive statistical models with natural language processing (NLP) rules and knowledge representations can deliver enhanced results for use cases in subsurface and wells disciplines. These ran...

SPE Live Podcast: Technical Director Series - Challenges and Questions to Improve DA/ML Applications in Reservoir Discipline from 2023-04-20T14:48:04

The oil industry has a great experience with the applications of Data Analytics/ Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning (DA/AI/ML) in the Reservoir Engineering Discipline, specifically in res...

SPE Live Podcast: Application of the UNFC to Geothermal Energy Resources from 2023-04-06T09:00

In this SPE Live, Gioia Falcone, rankine chair of energy engineering at the University of Glasgow, discusses the application of the United Nations Framework Classification to geothermal energy r...

SPE Live Podcast: Chemical Considerations of CCUS and New Energy Development from 2023-03-23T09:56:19

This SPE Live Podcast episode discusses some of the unique chemical and geochemical considerations of CCUS and new energy source development.

SPE Live Podcast: Technical Director Series: Drilling Operations and Progress within HSES. Can We Do Better? from 2023-03-09T09:00

Join this SPE Live Podcast as we discuss areas of collaboration between HSES and the drilling community.

SPE Live Podcast: Market Outlook – Oil Prices for 2023, US Natural Gas Market, and More from 2023-02-23T09:00

In this SPE Live Podcast episode, we take an in-depth look at the numerous economic influences on oil and gas values for the coming year, and what they could mean for the long-term future of the...

SPE Live Podcast: Accelerating the Value with Women Talent in Oil and Gas from 2023-02-09T09:52:21

The oil and gas industry has traditionally had a low representation of women in technical roles. One possible explanation for this disparity may be a lack of awareness and initiatives aimed at p...

SPE Live Podcast: Sustainable Energy for the Next 50 Years from 2023-01-26T09:00

The UK offshore energy landscape is evolving quickly to become a more integrated system, where the transition is accelerating as we strive towards a Net Zero energy future.

In this SPE Li...

SPE Live Podcast: Interoperability as a Key Factor to Better Drilling Automation from 2023-01-12T11:00:47

Drilling operations involve many different service providers, each addressing specific facets of the well construction process. In practice, the drilling organization, including the...

Energizing Our Lives: How to have a successful career in Artificial Lift Engineering from 2020-10-20T14:20

In this episode, SPE 2020 President - Shauna Noonan, talks with Artificial Lift experts Anthony Allison and Greg Stephenson about how they got into the industry and the upcoming SPE A...

SPE Talks Tech: Drilling Automation Roadmap with John de Wardt from 2020-09-29T09:00

SPE's Paige McCown talks with John de Wardt, founder of De Wardt and Company and program manager of the Drilling System Automation Roadmap to discuss the need for an industry roadmap.    

We ho...

Data and AI in the Petroleum Industry with Jeff Baetz from 2020-09-08T11:00

In this podcast discussion, we talk about how artificial intelligence can help the industry through the digital transformation. This transition is a priority for oil and gas companies to reduce ...

The Way Ahead with Jeff Spath and Jennifer Miskimins from 2020-09-01T09:36:55

In this podcast discussion, we are talking about the way ahead for students and recent graduates in petroleum engineering.

The COVID-19 pandemic-induced oil and gas downturn...

Staying Strong with Shauna Noonan from 2020-08-25T08:00

"Members often ask me if I am disappointed with how the latter portion of my presidency was affected by the pandemic and the crash of oil prices. To be honest, I am not disappointed. I was able ...

Drillbotics with Fred Florence and Enrique Losoya from 2020-08-18T08:00

SPE's Paige McCown talks with Fred Florence, president of Rig Operations/founding member of SPE’s Drilling System Automation Technical Section, and Enrique Losoya, Petroleum Engineering doctoral...

Startups in O&G with Barbara Burger from 2020-08-11T08:00

In this episode, JPT Digital Editor Trent Jacobs interviews Barbara Burger, president of Chevron Technology Ventures on how corporations access external innovations and startups as well as integ...

Reducing Methane Emissions in the O&G Value Chain from 2020-08-04T09:00

A discussion with experts to bring to the oil and gas community a topical discussion on methane emissions in oil and gas value chain, how the industry is responding and needs for evol...

Strengthening the SPE Conference Experience with Shauna Noonan from 2020-07-28T08:39:20

"When we are confronted by any crisis, the period of recovery often offers opportunities to emerge better and stronger than before. If we are imaginative, innovative, and perhaps a bit patient, ...

How Current Technology Can Help Us Through This Downturn with Duncan Blue from 2020-07-21T14:32:02

SPE's Paige McCown talks with Duncan Blue about how technology can help during the current downturn.   More from Duncan: Oilfield ...

LACPEC Conference with Roberto Aguilera and Roberto F. Aguilera from 2020-07-14T08:42:56

In this episode, Paige McCown talks with father-son duo, Roberto F. Aguilera and Roberto Aguilera, about the upcoming SPE Virtual Latin American and Caribbean Petroleum Engineering Conference the 2...

HSE and Sustainability Conference with Francesca Viliani from 2020-07-07T10:38:04

In this episode, Paige McCown talks with Francesca Viliani, Director of Public Health and co-Head of Sustainability for International SOS about the upcoming SPE Virtual International Conference and...

SPE Virtual International Oilfield Scale Conference Recap from 2020-06-30T14:01:28

In this podcast episode, SPE's Jason Notoras and Nils Kaageson-Loe are joined by Mark Rubin, CEO (Society of Petroleum Engineers); Kari Ramstad, Keynote Speaker (Equinor); Eric Mackay, Committee...

SPE Gaia Talks: Measuring What Matters from 2020-06-24T09:00

The panel addresses sustainability in the oil and gas industry using the lens of “Measuring what Matters”. Notwithstanding current global socio-economic conditions, oil and gas is being held to ...

Strengthening Core Disciplines with Shauna Noonan from 2020-06-16T09:00

"From the beginning, SPE has focused on knowledge dissemination in four fundamental areas, which I refer to as the core disciplines: drilling, completions, reservoir (including geosciences), and...

New Technology Trends with Greg Leveille from 2020-06-09T09:26:39

In this episode, JPT's Trent Jacobs interviews Greg Leveille. They discuss the new roadmap for ConocoPhillips R&D, new technology trends that may emerge from this latest down cycle, s...

SPE Talks Leadership from 2020-06-02T08:30:01

Executive Panel addresses how leaders act and steer their organizations through one of the most challenging times in the oil industry, which is facing two major challenges: the COVID19 pandemic ...

SPE Staying Strong (with Shauna Noonan) from 2020-05-26T23:58:19

"No company or organization could have predicted our industry would be facing a viral pandemic, coupled with oil prices at their lowest levels in almost 2 decades. This is a time to put our head...

Energy Markets and Data with Adam Sieminski from 2020-05-19T09:58:03

In this episode, Glenda Smith talks with Adam Sieminski about oil markets, energy data, and the circular carbon economy.  After a long career on Wall Street, Adam is currently Preside...

ADNOC: Re-invention and Effecting Change from 2020-05-12T08:30

Hear first-hand from ADNOC’s CTO, Alan Nelson, about ADNOC’s integrated 2030 strategy to transform the ADNOC business to ensure future success by maximizing value from every barrel, delivering t...

At a Crossroad - Today's Energy Workforce from 2020-05-05T09:40:42

In this week's episode, SPE’s Assistant Director of Strategic Initiatives, Nils Kaageson-Loe, talks to industry experts to discuss the effects the industry downturn is having on the w...

Writing Abstracts with Terry Palisch from 2020-04-28T13:09:34

This is episode SPE’s VP of Communications, Glenda Smith is joined by longtime SPE volunteer, Terry Palisch, who is the Petroleum Engineering Advisor at CARBO Ceramics. They discuss t...

Getting Back to Fundamentals with Shauna Noonan from 2020-04-21T17:14:14

"We need to recognize the importance of learning the technical fundamentals. There is no magic solution or silver bullet that could ever replace them." In this episode, Shauna Noonan discusses t...

Price War Update, Offshore in Survival Mode, New Tech for Drillers, and Energy Workforce Survey from 2020-04-15T15:41

We bring together a collection of writers from SPE magazines to discuss trending news and emerging technologies in this latest episode. The SPE Editorial Roundtable includes editors from the Jou...

SPE Live Discussion on COVID-19 from 2020-04-07T16:22:13

COVID-19 has brought the world to a juddering halt and as of today has resulted in half the world’s population is subject to mandated measures restricting their movements from home. The oil and ...

The Best of SPE Talks To from 2020-03-31T09:23:06

We've put together snippets from our top podcasts to bring you the best of SPE Talks To. They include: 2016 SPE President, Nathan Meehan; reservoir engineer for Endeavor Energy Resources, Yogash...

Drilling's Digital Ecosystem with Tommy Sigmundstad from 2020-03-17T08:00

Aker BP's Senior Vice President of Drilling and Wells joins the SPE Podcast, talking to SPE's VP of Communications, Glenda Smith. In this episode, we explore recent milestones, such as drilling ...

Strengthening Knowledge Transfer in Unconventional Resources with Shauna Noonan from 2020-03-10T14:23:05

Collecting technical information can be challenging, especially if those who have it are not willing or able to share it. In this episode, Shauna Noonan discusses effectively, proactively seekin...

Highlights from SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference with Mike Rainbolt from 2020-03-03T07:00

Mike Rainbolt is an experienced completions engineer who is now a senior technical advisor for Abra Controls. Mike sat down with Trent Jacobs to discuss some of the highlights from the 2020 Hydr...

Technology Advancements in Managed Pressure Drilling with Steve Nas from 2020-02-25T07:38:30

Longtime SPE member Steve Nas catches up with Mark Arathoon of PETRONAS and Martin Culen, Chief Commercial Officer, Kelda Drilling Controls. All three served as committee members for the SPE Wor...

Perspectives on Energy Poverty with Scott Tinker from 2020-02-18T16:25:30

Co-producer and narrator of Switch (2012), Scott Tinker joins The SPE Podcast to discuss his sequel project, Switch On, which explores energy poverty around the globe. Tinker shares stories from...

The Influential Yet Delicate Balance of Mentoring with Shauna Noonan from 2020-02-12T13:36:42

There are multiple steps along the path to developing skill sets of young professionals. Coaching up technical know-how is critical, but equally important is providing an opportunity for those i...

SPE Talks Tech: IPTC and Global Energy Transition from 2020-02-04T09:01:16

Trent returns from his trip to the International Petroleum Technology Conference and shares his insights from the event and major takeaways with Steve. The two also discuss popular articles and ...

Separator Oil Shrinkage with Mathias Carlsen from 2020-01-28T11:27:31

Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) for shale developments has been one of the hottest topics in the technical arena for several years. In this episode, host Trent Jacobs talks to Mathias Carlsen, a pet...

How Gyroscopes Impact Wellbore Surveying with Adrián Ledroz from 2020-01-21T09:07:50

Wellbore surveying is one of the essential tools for modern directional and horizontal drilling, allowing oil and gas companies to hit subsurface targets just a few feet wide. In this episode, h...

SPE Talks Tech: Tier differences, heavy oil innovation, and casing failures from 2020-01-14T07:57:31

Breaking down new articles in the January 2020 Journal of Petroleum Technology issue.

Trent Jacobs and Steve Rassenfoss cover emerging technology for the Listen

SPE Talks Tech: Top 10 Stories of 2019 from 2019-12-24T06:03

In this year-end episode, we break down the most-read stories of 2019 on JPT. And we think #1 will surprise you!

Trent Jacobs and Steve Rassenfoss cover emerging technology for the Listen

Managing Your Oil and Gas Career with C. Susan Howes from 2019-12-17T08:27:39

How do you advance your oil and gas career? What about managing talent and risk? Licensed petroleum engineer and registered HR professional, C. Susan Howes joins The SPE Podcast to share a uniqu...

Strengthening Ways To Disseminate Knowledge with Shauna Noonan from 2019-12-03T08:38:03

“To collect, exchange, and disseminate technical knowledge” are not only the first seven words of SPE’s mission but also what our society has excelled at over its storied history. — Shauna Noona...

SPE Talks Tech: 2020 Technology Watch List from 2019-11-26T08:04:04

With 2020 on the horizon, JPT editors put together our Top 10 list of technologies and ideas to keep an eye on in the coming year.

Trent Jacobs and Steve Rassenfoss cover emerging technol...

SPE Talks To: Kirstie Boyle from 2019-11-19T06:30

Business Development VP Kirstie Boyle joins The SPE Podcast to talk startups. Recently part of a $4.5-million funding round, Kirstie discusses fine-tuning pitches, making complicated concepts re...

SPE Talks To: Andrew Pepper from 2019-11-12T06:33

Fluid saturation isn't what it used to be when it comes to unconventional reservoirs. Our guest is among those sharing new research to discuss the shale sector’s changing perspectives on the imp...

SPE Talks To: Shauna Noonan – Strengthening the Quality of SPE’s Technical Content from 2019-11-05T06:48:12

"Our Society has a wealth of technical content, and it is rapidly growing."

2020 SPE President Shauna Noonan outlines four (4) objectives to strength...

SPE Talks To: Yogashri Pradhan from 2019-10-29T07:00

In this episode, we discuss how to market yourself and grow your career. A reservoir engineer for Endeavor Energy Resources, LP and a very active SPE member, Yogashri Pradhan joins on The SPE Po...

SPE Talks To: Nathan Meehan from 2019-10-22T07:14:32

The End of Petroleum Engineering As We Know It. Author of 2019's most-downloaded OnePetro® paper and 2016 SPE President, Nathan Meehan joins The SPE Podcast this week. What does Meehan mean by h...

SPE Talks Tech: Real-time fracturing, pressure monitoring, and cube drilling from 2019-10-15T08:08:08

Trent Jacobs and Steve Rassenfoss cover emerging technology for the Journal of Petroleum Technology (JPT), SPE's flagship publication. Wi...

SPE Talks To: Shauna Noonan – Strengthen the Core from 2019-10-08T08:32:33

2020 SPE President Shauna Noonan discusses her SPE journey and unveils the theme for her presidency. Each month, Shauna will join The SPE Podcast to share her President's Colu...

SPE Talks To: George King from 2019-10-01T08:34:24

A completions advisor for Viking Engineering with almost 50 years of experience, George King appears on The SPE Podcast. King joins host Trent Jacobs, JPT Digital Editor, to discuss casing failu...

Welcome to the SPE Podcast from 2019-09-24T06:40:02

Hello, and thanks for listening to The SPE Podcast.

This is an exciting time for SPE, as we launch our podcast series. The basis for our show is to share. Share technical informa...