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EPC Show Part 3 of 3 We’re coming to you from EPC Show 2026 in Houston, where one phrase came up in nearly every conversation on the floor: data centers. With AI demand reshaping how — and how fast — the industry builds, this year’s show felt less like a traditional energy trade show and more like a preview of where every dollar of capital spend is about to go. This episode zooms out to where the industry is actually heading: a data center and AI boom that’s rewriting demand for everything from...

EPC Show Part 2 of 3 We’re live from Houston at EPC Show 2026, where alongside the cranes, control systems, and capital announcements, there’s a quieter story playing out: an industry trying to figure out who’s going to build all of this. With over 10,000 attendees walking the floor and a labor market that can’t keep pace with the project backlog, workforce wasn’t a side conversation this year — it was the conversation. This episode is about the people behind the industry — the ones recruiting ...

We’re coming to you live from Houston, Texas at EPC Show 2026, The Energy Projects Conference & Expo built specifically for the people who design, build, and finance the energy industry’s biggest capital projects. With more than 10,000 attendees, 400+ exhibitors, and over $200 billion in active capital projects represented on the floor, this year’s […]

Global Energy Show Part 3 of 3 We close out our Global Energy Show 2026 series with the conversations that zoom out the furthest — the ones about where the whole industry is heading. Six interviews spanning AI strategy, AI literacy, methane abatement, carbon capture, seismic innovation, and the infrastructure of Canadian energy innovation itself. Canada has quietly built something remarkable: 60 million tons of CO₂ stored underground, one company hitting one million tons of methane equivalent e...

We’re back on Day 2 at the Global Energy Show 2026 in Calgary, and the floor is just as packed as yesterday. Part 2 takes a different angle — this episode is about the tools, technologies, and solutions doing real work in the field right now. Seven companies, seven different problems being solved: a digital platform tracking completions in real time, Starlink connectivity finally cracking the remote-site problem, downhole vibration sensors cutting drilling failures with AI-powered analysis, 3D ...

We’re coming to you live from Calgary, Alberta at the Global Energy Show 2026, Canada’s national energy exhibition and one of the most important rooms in North American energy. With 30,000+ professionals from over 100 countries filling the BMO Centre, this year’s show signals something the industry has been waiting for: the Canadian energy sector is back, and the floor is packed to prove it. Part 1 is about the people behind the industry. WSG Energy’s Heinz Inabnit steps in as guest host for th...

In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology conference. Join me your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over north America as they navigate the evolving oil and gas industry during the OTC conference. In part 3, we speak with Hannah Toerner – Marine Technology Society Jasmine Randolph – Petra AI Jeremy Lowery and Eleven – Predatory Bird Services https://www.mtsociety.org/ https://www.predatorbirdservices.com/ Brought t...

In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such a historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology Conference. Join me, your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over North America navigating the evolving oil and gas industry at the OTC conference. In Part 2, I’m joined by my guest host Kailey Euceda, and we speak with: Alex Rode – Guardian Telecom Jim Hanson – Propak Systems Kristian Hernes – Aize Ling Bai – VL Energy Ltd. Renata Madeira – New Beginnings Consultation https...

In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such a historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology Conference. Join me, your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over North America navigating the evolving oil and gas industry at the OTC conference. In Part 1, we speak with: Carl Cole – Cheetah Oilfield Services Tim Graves – Managing Director at ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) David Smith – Black Pearl Technology Alex Dove – August Electronics Brett Rogers...

Part 3 rounds out our Williston Basin Petroleum Conference coverage with the boots-on-the-ground stories — the service companies, local operators, equipment providers, and community faces that make the Bakken run every day. From environmental compliance and heavy equipment to well servicing, separation technology, and a conversation with Miss North Dakota herself, this episode captures the full texture of what makes WBPC one of the most unique energy gatherings in America. We speak to Jared McB...

Part 2 of our WBPC coverage spotlights the innovators, technologists, and community builders working in and around the Bakken. From cutting-edge pipeline integrity tools and next-generation heating systems to a workforce development program inspiring thousands of North Dakota students, and the growing Women’s Energy Network chapter putting down roots across the state. This episode showcases the people keeping the Williston Basin running and growing. We speak to Jacques Nicol — T.D. Williamson (...

We’re coming to you live from Bismarck, North Dakota at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference, the biggest gathering in North Dakota and one of the most consequential rooms in American energy. Part 1 goes straight to the top, featuring the voices shaping energy policy, innovation, and the future of the Bakken. From a newly confirmed federal official to the architects of Bakken 2.0, deal-makers, advocates, and the innovators turn-keying the next generation of wells — these conversations defin...

We’re coming to you live from Houston, Texas at the Shutdowns & Turnarounds Super Conference 2026, where the people who keep the world’s industrial plants running gather to share what’s new, what’s broken, and what’s next. This episode features seven guests spanning workforce lodging, global energy services, contractor spend software, confined space safety, artificial lift […]

UT Energy Week Part 3: What’s Next in Energy Wrapping up our UT Energy Week series, we’re looking ahead at where energy is going next. This episode focuses on innovation, new technology, and the changing landscape of how energy is produced and delivered. We sit down with Matthew McCullen of Aalo to talk about their advanced nuclear XMR reactors happening right here in Texas, then hear from Amy Ashley of Austin Energy on EV infrastructure and community involvement. We also chat with UT Energy ...

UT Energy Week Part 2: How Energy Actually Gets Done We’re back at UT Energy Week, and this episode is all about the people in the trenches making energy happen every day. From upstream operations to power markets and industry advocacy, this conversation dives into how the system actually runs. We sit down with Michael DeShazer of Coterra Energy to talk about what’s happening on the production side, then hear from Randa Stephenson of the Lower Colorado River Authority on managing power in one ...

OT.Sec.Con Part 2: On the Front Lines of Cyber Defense What started as curiosity is quickly turning into a real understanding of just how serious cybersecurity is for critical infrastructure. In Part 2, we continue the conversation from OT.Sec.Con with separate interviews featuring conference organizer Mary DiForie and cybersecurity instructor Kevin Kumpf, each bringing their own perspective on the evolving world of Cyber Security, conferences, and why education is important! We also hear fro...

OT.Sec.Con Part 1: Why Cybersecurity Is Keeping Energy Leaders Up at Night I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect cybersecurity to be this fascinating… or this intense. Live from OT.Sec.Con, we’re diving into the world of operational technology (OT) security and getting a firsthand look at why protecting critical infrastructure has become one of the most important, and nerve-wracking challenges in energy and industry today. From real-world threats to the people actively defending against them, this e...

🎙️ UT Energy Week Part 1: Policy, Power & Energy Leadership We’re live from UT Energy Week, kicking things off with some of the biggest voices shaping the future of energy. From Washington to the grid, this episode dives into the intersection of policy, power, and what’s coming next. We sit down with former U.S. […]

🎙️ Energy Trade Show Podcast – CERAWeek 2026 (Part 4)We’re rolling into Part 4 of our CERAWeek by S&P Global series, where the conversations keep getting deeper, from policy and academia to AI, data centers, and the future of industrial tech ⚡ We kick things off with Dr. Monica Gattinger, Professor at the University of […]

We’re back at CERAWeek by S&P Global for Part 3, bringing you more conversations from the leaders building what’s next in energy ⚡ In this episode, we cover everything from federal energy priorities to next-gen power solutions and digital marketplaces reshaping how energy gets bought and sold: We kick things off with Kyle Haustveit, Assistant […]

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We’re live with Part 1 of CERAWeek 2026 on the Energy Trade Show Podcast, where the energy in the room is undeniable and every corner is buzzing with conversations shaping the future of the industry. From manufacturing to nuclear to methane mitigation, this episode captures the full spectrum of what’s happening right now in energy. We sit down with Jay Timmons of the National Association of Manufacturers to talk about the critical role manufacturing plays in powering energy growth. Then, Nicole...

Energy might not be the first thing people think about when they think of SXSW, but powering the future of technology, AI, and data centers starts with reliable electricity. In this episode of the #EnergyTradeShowPodcast, we interview the speakers from the the panel, “Powering Texas with Reliable Integrated High-Demand Energy.” With Texas experiencing unprecedented growth in electricity demand, industry leaders discuss what it will take to keep the grid reliable while supporting new technologie...

We’re back with Part 2 from NAPE Expo, the premier event focused on land, energy, critical minerals, and the deals driving it all forward. Ever wondered why the University of Texas and Texas A&M control so much land? We dig into that history and its modern impact with landman Lucy Wathan of Sequitur Energy Resources, who also serves on the AAPL board. We also head north for a look at Alaska’s oil and gas landscape with Deputy Director Haley Paine. From there, we explore innovative land investm...