Episodes

We’re live from the North American Prospecting Expo (NAPE), talking with the people shaping the future of energy from the ground up. In this episode, we connect with leaders across critical minerals, data centers, and land operations, including a conversation with DOE Assistant Secretary Audrey Robertson. If you’re curious about where energy is headed on the land, minerals, and resource development side, this is one you don’t want to miss. We also sit down with PAK Energy to discuss their lates...

We’re live with Part 1 of the Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week, brought to you by AMG World, talking with the sponsors, organizers, and engineers driving real change in industrial O&G automation. This isn’t theory, this is the people in the weeds, figuring out how to integrate AI, modern control systems, and next […]

We’re live with Part 1 of the Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week, brought to you by AMG World, talking with the sponsors, organizers, and engineers driving real change in industrial O&G automation. This isn’t theory, this is the people in the weeds, figuring out how to integrate AI, modern control systems, and next […]

In this episode of the Energy Trade Show podcast, host Ben Seligson discusses the upcoming NAPE conference with Le’ann Callihan and Drew Guntert. They explore the significance of NAPE as the world’s largest energy prospect expo, its evolution since 1993, and the diverse range of participants it attracts. The conversation highlights the importance of supporting NAPE, the innovations introduced each year, and the community impact of the event. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the conference...

As Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week (OGAT) approaches, I sit down with Mark Giles, Managing Director at AMG World, for a deep dive into what senior energy leaders actually need to know about digital transformation in today’s oil and gas industry. OGAT Week isn’t your typical trade show. It’s an intimate, high-level conference […]

For the final episode of the year, I’m live from Reuters Energy Live at the NRG Center, and we’re going nuclear! From micro-reactors to large scale nuclear plants, global policy perspectives, and a conversation with the Director of Nuclear at Idaho National Laboratory, this episode covers what’s happening in nuclear energy right now. If you’re energy curious and want to understand how nuclear is shaping the future, tune in! We speak to Brian Smith – The Idaho National Lab Jennifer Gordon – The ...

I’m at Reuters Energy Live for my final conference of the year, and this episode highlights the companies doing real work right now across LNG, renewables, and critical infrastructure. We talk with Argent LNG who is partnering with our favorite Port of Fourchon, the Director of the Center for LNG, NextGen Energy, and Siemens about how they’re supporting the energy industry and what’s coming next. Tune into this in-depth look at real advances happening in the energy space. We speak to: Charlie Ri...

In this final episode from Reuters Energy Live, we dive into cutting edge technology and innovative investment shaping the future of energy. Ever heard of putting out a fire with sound? Startup competition winners Sonic Fire Tech are doing exactly that. We also talk with Kelvin, a company helping legacy buildings become dramatically more energy efficient, and Global MOO, which is applying multi-objective optimization to improve efficiency across complex systems. We wrap up with a conversation on...

In this episode, we uncover some surprising facts about the communities the American Red Cross serves most, explore innovative new approaches to fire suppression and firefighting with Firetrol Protection Systems, and even discover a tech-driven, affordable solution for end-of-life planning with Clozure. Oh yeah, people keep on asking about the casket experience, I almost fell asleep! All this and more on The Energy Trade Show Podcast. We chat with… Edward Blanchard – American Red Cross Bryan Fa...

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year! We’re back at Energy Trading Week Americas sponsored by Commodities People here in Houston, Texas, where the energy trading market is buzzing with innovation. From LNG and renewables surging ahead, to AI transforming Energy Trading Risk Management, the momentum is undeniable. We even dive into the shadowy world of Russia’s “dark fleet,” discuss weather-pattern recognition tech reshaping trading strategies, and hear breaking hydrogen news from our U ...

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year! We’re back at Energy Trading Week Americas sponsored by Commodities People here in Houston, Texas, where the energy trading market is buzzing with innovation. From LNG and renewables surging ahead, to AI transforming Energy Trading Risk Management, the momentum is undeniable. We even dive into the shadowy world of Russia’s “dark fleet,” discuss weather-pattern recognition tech reshaping trading strategies, and hear breaking hydrogen news from our U ...

In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined by my guest host, friend, and Louisianan, Jonathan Hamlin. We speak with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, executives from TC Energy and KBR, innovative exhibitors, attendees, and industry voices driving...

In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined by my guest host, friend, and Louisianan, Jonathan Hamlin. We speak with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, executives from TC Energy and KBR, innovative exhibitors, attendees, and industry voices driving...

In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined by my guest host, friend, and Louisianan, Jonathan Hamlin. We speak with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, executives from TC Energy and KBR, innovative exhibitors, attendees, and industry voices driving...

Join me as I sit down with institute directors, Energy Fellow (and NPR alum) Andy Uhler, researchers from the Bureau of Economic Geology, the Director of the UT Center for Electromechanics, hydrogen technology companies, students, and event organizers who are shaping the future of hydrogen in Texas. I even get to check out a hydrogen-powered […]

Join me as I sit down with institute directors, Energy Fellow (and NPR alum) Andy Uhler, researchers from the Bureau of Economic Geology, the Director of the UT Center for Electromechanics, hydrogen technology companies, students, and event organizers who are shaping the future of hydrogen in Texas. I even get to check out a hydrogen-powered car that any UT student or staff member can borrow for free! If you’re curious about where hydrogen technology stands today, and how it’s being developed a...

In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re back with our friends at AAPL, the organizers behind Houston’s premier NAPE conference, as they return to Hotel Zaza for the Women in Energy Institute event. I’m joined by fellow OGGN hosts Jada Powell and Venessa Homewood as we sit down with speakers, attendees, and conference directors who help shape this great event! If you’ve ever been curious about land’s role in the energy sector or want a closer look at AAPL’s impact, this is an epi...

In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re back with our friends at AAPL, the organizers behind Houston’s premier NAPE conference, as they return to Hotel Zaza for the Women in Energy Institute event. I’m joined by fellow OGGN hosts Jada Powell and Venessa Homewood as we sit down with speakers, attendees, and even Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, who shares a dose of Texas history and insight into her office. If you’ve ever been curious about land’s role in the energy secto...

In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re live from Milan, Italy at Gastech 2025 tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time: meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. LNG is at the center of that story, and we’ve gathered voices from every angle. You’ll hear from an Exxon LNG executive, seasoned trade show pros at DMG Events, a German terminal operator, innovators in mobile hydrogen storage, and a North Dakotan company making its mark on the global LNG stage. If ener...

n Part 2 of the Energy Trade Show Podcast from Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy, we dive into one of the biggest challenges shaping our future: how do we meet the world’s growing demand for energy? I had the honor of moderating the Innovation Accelerator startup competition and sat down with two of its distinguished judges—Christopher Pin Harry (VP – Technology, Baker Hughes) and Damian Beauchamp (CEO, 8 Rivers)—along with Jessica Shumlich (COO, Highwood Emissions Management), the competition’s winn...

In Part 3 of the Energy Trade Show Podcast from Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy, we close out our series by tackling one of the defining questions of our time: how do we meet the world’s growing demand for energy by using data? This episode brings a wide range of perspectives, from experts conducting surveys and technical overviews of major LNG projects, to analytics firms shaping global trading strategies, to innovators using simulation and AI-driven data to transform engineering. If you want the...

Join me for part 1 of the Image 2025 conference where we explore the fascinating intersecting world of geology and energy, and all the technology in between. If you’re a science person, or ever wondered how explosives are used to discover the hidden wonders of the earth, this is your chance to tune in! We speak to: Steve Macleod – Orica Peter Sack – Sound Oceanics Carlo Azuara – Smart Solo Lindsay Wadsworth – Faraday Mark Davidson – Telemark Energy Services Sabine Copeland De Oliviera and ...

Ever thought rock music and actual rocks might have more in common than you’d guess? This episode dives into the fascinating crossover between geoscience and music. I sit down with geophysicists who also happen to be musicians to explore how harmonics, frequencies, and rhythms connect sound waves to seismic waves. And yes, there’s even an annual presidential jam session at the conference where attendees and speakers trade data charts for guitars and drums. Listen in! We speak to Andrea Crook –...

On this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re on-site at the Excavation Safety Summit in Midland, teaming up with Texas811, the Damage Prevention Council of Texas, and industry leaders to spotlight the importance of safety in trench excavation. From conference organizers to agency officials and safety-focused vendors, our guests share powerful insights on preventing accidents and protecting workers in the field. If you’ve ever questioned the importance of that simple phone call, this c...