Category: ewt

  • Eat, Sleep, Drill, Repeat – II | Ep 58

     In this follow-on episode, Jason and Robin discuss the role of data and AI in drilling operations. They explore the value of data in improving drilling efficiency and reducing non-productive time and the importance of data quality and consistency, as well as the need for collaboration between operators, contractors, and OEMs. Robin highlights the role…

  •  Eat, Sleep, Drill, Repeat – I | Ep 57

    This episode of Energy Workforce of Tomorrow is all about drilling with Robin MacMillan. The conversation explores the importance of data in drilling and how it has always been a crucial aspect of the process. Robin shares his experience as a mud logger and explains the role of interpreting data from various signals and sensors.…

  • Ector County ISD: Permian’s Energy Workforce of Tomorrow | Ep 56

    A discussion about plans for a new career and technical education facility in Odessa, Texas, funded by an \$80 million bond with the Ector County ISD. The facility aims to provide better education and training opportunities for students, particularly in the energy sector. It will offer hands-on experience in areas such as welding, drilling rigs,…

  • Stronger workplaces through allyship and authenticity | Ep 55

    In this episode, Jason Duff and Nina DeRosha discuss the concept of allyship and its importance in creating inclusive workplaces. They define allyship as actions, behaviors, and practices that support, amplify, and advocate for individuals who don\’t belong to the same social identities as oneself. They emphasize the need for allies to listen and understand…

  • The Future Workforce of Oil and Gas: How we source, retain and the in-between | Ep 54

    In this episode, Jason Duff and Paula Elliott discuss the importance of talent and transformation in the oil and gas industry. They explore the challenges of the energy transition and the growing demand for talent in clean energy. They also highlight the need for workforce planning and skills-based organizations. The conversation touches on attracting and…

  • Western Colorado University at NAPE 2024 | Ep 53

    Jason Duff’s Special University VIP cohost Ashley Sokol and I speak with Olivia Nau and Evan Crocker all from Western Colorado University speak live from NAPE 2024 on their experience at NAPE, what they are studying at Western, expectations of the industry and some great input from the next leaders of our Energy industry which…

  • Security: What’s next as we drive more open digital business | Ep 52

    Security is a key function as we drive further into this digital age – but is it getting enough oxygen? In this episode, your hosts Jason Duff and Robin McMillan discuss the current state of cybersecurity in the energy industry. They explore topics such as enhancing digital transformation, the impact of digitalization and acquisitions, the…

  • ICAN: Upskill your future workforce with the power of AI

    In this episode our hosts Jason Duff and Brian Woodward introduce our new cohost and IBMer Paula Elliott and speak to David Decuir, CEO and Founder of iCAN Technologies about upskilling your workforce using AI tools they have developed for a more agile and efficient approach versus traditional training content generation. ICAN’s solution allows SMEs…

  • Anastasia: Coming soon to a Corporation near you | Ep 50

    Six months left to graduate then the Corporate World beckons….in thisconversation, Anastasia and I discuss various topics related to thefuture of the workforce. A fun father, daughter podcast at comparisons and some scarysimilarities. We explore career choices, the importance of experience, job profiles,and resumes. We also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on work and thetransition…

  • ECKO 360: Capture, process and deliver data visualization with impact | Ep 49

    In this episode your hosts Jim and Jason speak with Hunter Bankston (CEO), Brad Arnett (CTO) and Michael Sponholz (COO ) of ECKO 360 , a Louisiana based company specializing in data capture, process and delivery of digital documentation with UAV visual inspection and reality capture services. The conversation explores the challenges of documentation in…