Episodes

In this special edition of the Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, recorded in Dubai, host Josh Lowrey interviews Keith Chometsky, Senior VP of Technology at Turnwell, about adapting the U.S. shale model to the UAE’s unconventional resources. A joint venture between ADNOC Drilling, Patterson-UTI, and SLB. Turnwell has reduced drilling cycle times from 43 days to under 20 on average, while increasing fracturing efficiency from 1–2 to 8–10 stages per day. Keith also discusses sup...

The future of completions is being shaped by automation, AI, and machine learning. On the Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey welcomes Wayne Richards, President and CEO of GR Energy Services, to explore how technology is improving efficiency, reliability, and recovery across the oilfield. Richards discusses robotic gun assembly, real-time machine learning, AI-enabled inspection, and the potential for more remote and autonomous wellsite operations. 00:00 Welco...

At AIQ’s Media Day in Abu Dhabi, Josh Lowrey sits down with Dennis Jol, the Chief Executive Officer of AIQ, to talk about applied AI, agentic workflows, and how the company is expanding from its work with ADNOC into global markets. They discuss how AIQ is tackling complex energy challenges, navigating sovereign data and cybersecurity requirements, expanding into North America, and building Genesis, its AI-native operating system for enterprise agents. Sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas. 00:00 Welcome...

The energy industry is evolving, and technology is changing how natural gas operations keep up. On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey welcomes Eric Fierson, Emissions Manager at Caterpillar Oil & Gas, to discuss how emissions regulations shape oil and gas operations, how AI is supporting regulatory research, and the growing role of natural gas compression. Eric also explores rising demand from data centers and G3600 technology updates that can reduce methane exha...

Electric frac is reshaping how operators approach power and efficiency. Host Josh Lowrey welcomes Kasey Hohl of Evolution Well Services to discuss the rise of electric frac, Evolution’s integrated eFrac systems, and how field gas and power generation can deliver fuel savings and operational flexibility. Kasey also shares insights on Evolution’s PRISM culture and the growing role of engineering, automation, and AI in the field. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:09 Studio Setup and Podcast Ha...

Capturing CO2 is only half the challenge. On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Paul Dunn, Chief Engineer, Low Carbon Solutions at Caterpillar, to explore the technology, economics, and future of carbon capture. Dunn explains Caterpillar’s thermal swing adsorption approach, compares it with other capture technologies, and revisits a 2019 field demonstration. He also discusses 45Q tax credits, carbon monetization in Canada, demand from AI data cent...

What separates a good event from a day attendees will never forget? On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Mark Immekus, President of Events at Upright Digital, to discuss his journey through oil and gas, media and the evolution of O&G industry events. Mark shares how he helped grow the DUG conferences, navigated industry downturns and COVID-19, launched the Thrive Energy Conference, and how he has built memorable experiences by focusing on customer...

What does it take to find the leaders shaping the future of energy? On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Stephen Preng, Consultant and Practice Leader of Global Energy Services at Preng & Associates, to discuss executive search, talent strategy, and the future of leadership in the energy industry. Preng shares how Preng & Associates has built its reputation through deep industry expertise, retained executive search, and a rigorous evaluati...

How can companies stay resilient in the age of AI? On this episode of the Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, Josh Lowrey sits down with Richard Rodriguez, Founder & CEO of ClearSync Solutions, to discuss cyber resilience, AI governance, cloud strategy, and the growing demand for data centers. They also explore why many data center projects fail and how AI can help organizations make faster, smarter decisions. 00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Intro 00:28 Studio Banter and Watch on ...

What does it take to rebuild and reposition an oilfield services company in one of the industry’s most challenging markets? On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Marshall Dodson, President and CEO of Key Energy Services, to discuss the company’s transformation, strategic focus, and vision for the future. Dodson shares how Key Energy is returning to its core strengths, navigating industry cycles, leveraging technology to improve safety and preserve ...

Can America Meet the Energy Demand Surge? In this episode of The Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Molly Determan and Tim Tarpley, Presidents at EWTC, to discuss how AI, data centers, and industrial growth are reshaping energy demand. The conversation covers energy infrastructure, permitting reform, workforce evolution, energy security, and what it will take to power the next generation of growth. Tune in for an insightful look at one of the ...

What does it take to run a 100% natural gas-powered frac fleet? On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Dallas McCauley, VP of Canadian Operations, and Nathan Getschel, Director of Asset Management and Manufacturing at Step Energy Services, to discuss the deployment of Caterpillar’s NGX gas management solution and the shift toward natural gas-powered frac operations. They explore diesel displacement, equipment logistics, reliability, and the ...

Cutting 100M gallons of diesel isn’t a future goal; it’s already happening. On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey speaks with Matt Rayson, Director Product Manager at Caterpillar Inc. Rayson explains how Caterpillar is evolving from equipment to integrated, outcome-driven solutions—leveraging connected assets, predictive maintenance, and autonomy to improve safety and reduce downtime. He highlights innovations like connected valves that reduce red-zone e...

AI is rewriting the rules of power. Live from Upright Digital Studios in Houston, The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Chris Combs, COO and co-founder of Electric Gen, to break down the energy demands behind the AI boom. From the Marine Corps to Schlumberger and power startups like Evolution Well Services, Volta Grid, and now Nitrogen, Combs shares a firsthand view of how the industry is evolving. They cover: • The rise of gigawatt-scale data cente...

AI is driving a power surge and reshaping how energy gets delivered. Recorded at the 2026 EWTC Annual Meeting in Tucson, The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey speaks with Chris Berrie, Senior Sales Manager at Caterpillar Oil & Gas, about the surge in AI-driven data center demand. They cover: • Grid constraints and rising power needs • The shift to behind-the-meter solutions and microgrids • Cat Oil & Gas technologies like gas generation and Dynamic Gas Blending ...

Natural gas demand is being reshaped in real time. Live from Houston during CERAWeek 2026, Energy Pipeline Podcast host Josh Lowrey sits down with Karen Harbert, President and CEO of the American Gas Association, to break down what’s behind this shift. From powering nearly 187 million Americans to supporting LNG exports and global allies, Harbert explains why natural gas remains a strategic advantage—and how infrastructure, permitting, and long-term demand are redefining the energy landscape. ...

Recorded live in Houston, Josh Lowrey sits down with Tyler Rice, Pressure Control Sales Manager at Caterpillar SPM, to break down how frac operations are evolving. They cover the shift from labor-heavy sites to linear pressure systems that cut connections by 80%+, improve safety, and reduce rig-up time from days to hours. Tyler also dives into post-2020 efficiency gains, continuous pumping, cost improvements, and what’s slowing adoption in some regions. 01:17 Colorado Talk and Mountain Adventu...

What’s really behind Nabors’ comeback? It’s not just better rigs. Live from the Thrive Energy Conference 2026 at Daikin Park, Josh Lowrey talks with Brett Schellenberg of Nabors Industries about how automation is changing the game. Faster iteration beats perfect tech Knowing when to cut losses matters Open platforms unlock real scale (with partners like Halliburton and Schlumberger) Meanwhile, growth is shifting, away from North America and toward markets like Saudi Arabia and Argentina. 0...

Power demand is exploding, but the grid is not ready. Live from the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Energy Conference, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Dave Bosco to unpack why “light-switch” reliability is now mission-critical. They dive into island power, microgrids, and how ProPower is building utility-grade solutions for oil & gas and hyperscale data centers in a constrained grid, plus the tech behind it, their partnership with Caterpillar, and what most people are still getting wrong. 00:00...

How do you transform electric frac from a bold idea into one of the largest pressure pumping platforms in the U.S.? Live from the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Energy Conference, host Josh Lowry sits down with Steven Anderson, President & CEO of Evolution Well Services, to discuss the company’s next chapter. From its founding in Canada in 2011 to becoming the fifth-largest pressure pumper in the U.S., Evolution has reengineered hypermobile power, cutting 35 MW mobilization timelines from weeks...

The Energy Pipeline Podcast enters a new chapter as Josh Lowrey hosts the first on-camera episode powered by Upright Digital. To kick off this new era during Valentine’s Week 2026, Josh is joined by Andy Publes, the newly promoted Director of Account Management for Drilling and Completion at Caterpillar. From his roots in Cuba to a 17-year tenure at Caterpillar spanning locomotives and electric power, Andy shares a unique perspective on leadership and the "customer-first" culture that defined C...

In this episode of the Energy Pipeline Podcast, host Russell Stewart sits down with Timothy Soucy, Senior Account Manager at Caterpillar Oil & Gas, to explore how power generation on drilling rigs is evolving. With nearly two decades of industry experience, Timothy breaks down how Caterpillar is helping operators reduce GHG emissions, improve efficiency, and stay capital disciplined through practical solutions like diesel and dual-fuel systems, LNG, energy storage, microgrid controllers, and th...

In this episode of the Energy Pipeline podcast, host Russell Stewart interviews Ashish Gupta, VP of Engineering at Nabors Drilling. They discuss the company’s innovative drilling technology, particularly the new Pace-X Ultra rig, and its partnership with Caterpillar for dual fuel technology. Gupta shares insights on the efficiency improvements in drilling operations, the environmental benefits of using natural gas, and the future of drilling technology both onshore and offshore. The conversation...

In this conversation, Jill Minassian, Senior Business Development Manager for SPM Pressure Control Solutions, discusses the evolution of pressure control technology in the oil and gas industry. She highlights the transition from traditional flow iron setups to large bore iron, emphasizing the benefits of efficiency, safety, and cost savings. Jill also addresses the global adoption of linear pressure control and the future of automation in pressure control technology, showcasing SPM’s commitment ...