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World Oil Deep Dive

World Oil's Deep Dive podcast features detailed discussions with leading technology experts and brings you to the forefront of the oil and gas industry's technological advancements. Dive deep into the industry's innovations, trends, and challenges with insights from the minds driving progress and transformation. We prioritize the latest technological developments to keep you informed and ahead.

Episodes

Produced Water Society 2025 Exclusive: Leading the Wave in Produced Water Strategies

Join us for a special episode of the World Oil Deep Dive Podcast, broadcasting from the 35th Annual Produced Water Society Conference in Houston, TX. This episode dives into the heart of innovative strategies for managing produced water in the oil and gas industry, featuring insights from key players like Raj Ghimire of Badwater Alchemy, EdButler of E3 Solutions, and Ryan Manning of Parsolvo. Discover the transformative approaches to treating and repurposing produced water, exploring everything ...

Feb 17, 2025

Women in Leadership: A discussion with Carol Lloyd, Vice President, Planning and Stewardship, ExxonMobil

Continuing with Gulf Energy Information's Women in Leadership series, we welcome Carol Lloyd, Vice President, Planning and Stewardship, ExxonMobil. In this episode, Ms. Lloyd discusses various aspects of her respected career, including mentorship, building a professional network, increasing credibility and influence within an organization, and other aspects of being a leader in the energy industry.

Feb 11, 202518 min

UnPlug: Stage Isolation, Reimagined – The Future of Frac at SPE's HFTC with Thru Tubing Solutions

In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we’re coming to you live from SPE's, Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference in The Woodlands, Texas. We sit down with Justin Allison, Senior Engineering Advisor from Thru Tubing Solutions (TTS) to discuss a groundbreaking innovation in frac plug technology—the UnPlug system. Unlike anything seen before, this decentralized stage isolation method is eliminating failure points, improving efficiency, and reducing drill-out risks for operators. Justin share...

Feb 06, 202542 min

Trump's impact on global energy markets

In this episode, adapted from the Gulf Energy Information webcast, the editors of World Oil, Petroleum Economist, Pipeline & Gas Journal, Hydrogen Economist and Hydrocarbon Processing discuss how Trump's incoming administration will shape global energy markets and the effects of future policy and regulations. Key topics include regulatory changes, adjustments in subsidies and taxes, and potential impacts on the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors worldwide.

Jan 21, 20251 hr 11 min

Weatherford’s CEO sees firm building on recent success to achieve next level

As the global upstream industry prepares to satisfy a very robust outlook for oil and gas development in the next few years, Weatherford President and CEO Girish Saligram sees his firm as well-positioned to capitalize on the forward momentum. Having successfully restructured Weatherford and eliminated considerable debt over the last several years, Saligram believes his company will excel in technology differentiation is driving innovation and solving customer problems. He sees a much more produc...

Dec 10, 2024

Live at ADIPEC: Advancing pump technologies-Designs, applications and condition monitoring

On this episode, Live from ADIPEC, World Oil speaks with two SMEs from ITT on the future of pumps in upstream operations. The discussions include how multi-face pump designs are advancing, selecting the best pump for a customer's specific application and how digital technologies, such as condition monitoring, are optimizing pump operations, and much more.

Nov 21, 202412 min

Women in Leadership: A discussion with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation

Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, advice for young women starting their career and much more.

Nov 12, 202417 min

Revolutionizing Gas Handling: Unveiling NOV Extract's Integrated Gas Processor

In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, host Austin Milburn welcomes James Rhys-Davies, Technical Director at NOV Extract Production, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in artificial lift technology. Dive into the mechanics and impacts of the new Integrated Gas Processor (IGP), a revolutionary tool designed to enhance the efficiency of gas handling and mitigate production downtime in the oil and gas sector. James provides an in-depth look at how the IGP's modular design and innovative featur...

Nov 01, 2024

Mitigating Production Downtime: Inside Forum Energy Technologies' Innovative Solutions

Join World Oil for an exclusive tour of Forum Energy Technologies’ Cannon Cable Guard facility in Stafford, Texas. Host Austin Milburn explores breakthrough solutions in Artificial Lift with Jason Williams, VP of Multi-Lift Solutions, and Brent Stroud, VP of Sales North America. Discover the industry's common failure points and learn how FET's proactive technologies—including the Cannon Cable Guard, Sand Guard, Pump Saver Plus, and Magna Guard—are revolutionizing wellsite operations by preventin...

Oct 29, 202426 min

Corrosion: Challenges, costs, prevention and remediation, a discussion with Mike Aughenbaugh of Swagelok Company

Corrosion can be detrimental to efficient oil and gas operations. In this episode, World Oil spoke with Mike Aughenbaugh, Target Market Manager, Oil and Gas Market, Swagelok, to discuss what types of environments are more susceptible to corrosion, the costs of corrosion on infrastructure and operations, the types of corrosion operators should look out for, and the best ways to prevent and/or remediate corrosion in oil and gas systems.

Oct 29, 202414 min

Artificial Intelligence in the Energy Industry: AI, automation, and innovation with OpenText’s Phil Schwarz

In the inaugural episode of World Oil’s AI in Energy podcast series, host Greg Trostel from Rockwell Automation is joined by Phil Schwarz, senior industry strategist at OpenText. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the oil and gas industry, from production optimization and data workflows to safety and sustainability. Phil draws on decades of experience to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the man-machine relationship, predictive maintenance, and information management...

Sep 27, 202429 min

Tech and trends shaping artificial lift: Interviews from ALCE 2024

In this special episode, we bring you highlights from the 2024 Artificial Lift Conference & Exhibition. Listen in as experts from Forum Energy Technologies (FET), Baker Hughes, Halliburton and Sensia share insights on innovative tools and technologies such as gas separators, cable protectors and ESP systems that are driving efficiency and safety in artificial lift operations.

Sep 20, 202426 minSeason 8Ep. 9

Artificial lift optimization and digital transformation with ChampionX

In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we sit down with Neha Sahdev from ChampionX to discuss the latest innovations in artificial lift optimization. Neha shares insights from the Artificial Lift Conference and highlights ChampionX's cutting-edge digital solutions like ALLY, designed to streamline production across multiple well types. We explore the growing role of automation, machine learning, and AI in enhancing well productivity, the importance of a one-stop shop for operators, and the exci...

Sep 17, 202422 minSeason 8Ep. 8

Extending wellhead life with cutting-edge coatings

In this episode, Jim Watkins and Austin Millburn sit down with Dr. Jeff Rogozinski from Sherwin-Williams to introduce Pipeclad™ Frac-Shun ERC. They discuss how this advanced coating technology is engineered to handle the most abrasive conditions in fracing, offering superior protection for wellhead components. Learn about the rigorous testing, field applications, and the substantial impact Pipeclad™ Frac-Shun ERC could have on enhancing operational efficiency at the frac site. For more informati...

Aug 30, 202424 minSeason 8Ep. 7

Infrastructure Led Exploration with Peter Schlicht – How Geology and Reservoir Dynamics Work Together

This episode originally appeared on our sister podcast, The Reservoir. Peter Schlicht is the Geology Technical Director for the Reservoir Performance division. He joints the team from Brazil, where he shares more on infrastructure-led exploration from a geological perspective. He breaks down this complex topic into a digestible discussion – and how the geology is more than just rock type. Stay tuned until the end for a special sneak peek of his role as Core Counselor.

Aug 13, 202436 minSeason 8Ep. 5

Advancing drilling technology with Parker Wellbore and TDE

In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, Jim Watkins sits down with Parker Wellbore CEO Sandy Esslemont and TDE Founder and CEO Gerhard Thonhauser to talk about their recent partnership and the innovative tde powerline technology. They explain how their collaboration will change drilling operations with high-speed data and power transmission, resulting in major improvements in efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Hear about the innovative solutions they've implemented and what the future holds...

Aug 07, 202428 minSeason 8Ep. 6

Revolutionizing fracturing: Halliburton's ZEUS electric fracturing system

In this episode, we journey to Duncan, Oklahoma—the birthplace of Halliburton—to explore their latest advancements in electric fracturing technology. Host Jim Watkins is joined by Halliburton's VP of Production Enhancement, Shawn Stasiuk, and Chris Atchley, Sr. Product Manager of Production Enhancement. Together, they discuss the evolution of hydraulic fracturing, from the industry's inception to today's cutting-edge electric fracking systems. Discover how Halliburton's new modular ZEUS electric...

Jul 17, 202443 minSeason 8Ep. 3

Kongsberg Digital's Haavard Oestensen on the benefits of digital twins

In this episode, we speak with Haavard Oestensen, Chief Commercial Officer at Kongsberg Digital, recorded live at OTC. Discover how Kongsberg Digital is transforming the oil and gas industry by leveraging digital twins, AI and cloud technologies. Oestensen shares his journey from software engineering to leading Kongsberg Digital’s market strategy, discusses the strategic implementation of digital twins and provides insights into the challenges and successes of adopting digital transformation in ...

Jul 10, 202429 min

Networking and advocacy at the core of Energy Workforce & Technology Council

This episode of the World Oil Deep Dive podcast, hosted by Jim Watkins, features engaging and insightful discussions at the Energy Workforce & Technology Council event. The episode begins with Jim welcoming listeners and quickly moves into a series of interviews with various industry leaders and engineers, discussing various aspects of the energy and oilfield services markets, along with the technologies shaping the industry.

Jul 03, 202450 min

Industry innovation at the Energy Workforce & Technology Council Annual Meeting

In this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive," host Jim Watkins engages with several industry leaders at the Energy Workforce & Technology Council (EWTC) 2024 Annual Meeting. The discussion focuses on market trends, technological advancements, and innovative initiatives within the oil and gas sector.

Jun 30, 202439 minSeason 7Ep. 22

EPIC Precision and EPIC Flex: GEODynamics' latest in perforation technology

Discover the cutting-edge technology behind GEODynamics' new perf gun families, EPIC Precision and EPIC Flex, in this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive." Host Jim Watkins engages with industry experts Zach Wade, Mike Surgenor, and Joey Prestenbach to discuss the design, functionality, and customer benefits of these innovative tools. Listen in to understand how GEODynamics is setting new standards in perforation technology.

Jun 28, 20249 min

Energy efficiency as the key in reducing energy intensity

In this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive," we explore the critical topic of reducing energy intensity with an expert panel from Schneider Electric. Join host Jim Watkins as he engages with Eric Koenig, Vychan Noble, and Amit Kar in a comprehensive discussion on the latest market trends and technologies shaping the oil and gas industry. Learn about Schneider Electric's strategic approaches, including the importance of digitization, collaborative industry efforts, and sustainable practices.

Jun 26, 202434 minSeason 7Ep. 23

Deepwater Development: Enhancing Industry Collaboration and Electrification

Join us in this special episode of the World Oil Deep Dive, recorded live at the Marine Construction and Engineering Deepwater Development Conference in Amsterdam. Andy McDowell, along with Kurt Abraham, Editor-in-Chief of World Oil, engages with Boyd Howell from MODEC and Robert Large from OneSubsea about the importance of industry collaboration, emerging themes, and technological advancements in deepwater development. Also, hear from Stephane Hiron of SLB on the future of electrification in of...

Jun 24, 202423 min

Expanding support for the North American perforating market with Baker Hughes

In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we sit down with Dirk Bosman from Baker Hughes to discuss their strategic push into the North American wireline market. Dirk shares insights on Baker Hughes' new addressable gun system and the unique partnerships driving their growth in this highly competitive landscape. We explore the importance of tailored solutions, lessons from international markets, and the exciting potential of the US market.

Jun 24, 202415 min

Innovative wireline solutions with NOV

In this episode, we're with Larry Ingoldsby from NOV. We discuss the unique, customizable solutions NOV offers, including their new multi-configurable wireline trucks designed to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Larry also highlights the importance of wireline operations in the oil and gas sector and discusses the impact of industry events like the Wireline Mixer on fostering innovation and collaboration.

Jun 21, 202416 min

The impact of Oil States’ ACTIVELatch on safety and efficiency

In this episode, we catch up with Patrick McKeever from Oil States Energy Services at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC). Patrick introduces us to the award-winning ACTIVELatch, a groundbreaking technology recognized with the Technology Spotlight Award. We discuss its innovative features, including a 100% wireless, battery-powered design, intuitive user interface and enhanced safety protocols. Learn about its field applications and how it's transforming efficiency and safety in the oil and...

Jun 20, 202419 minSeason 7Ep. 21

Innovations and collaborations at the Marine, Construction & Engineering Deepwater Development conference

In this special episode from the Marine Construction and Engineering Deepwater Development conference in Amsterdam, we dive into discussions about market trends, cutting-edge technologies and the importance of collaboration in the deepwater development sector. Listen as industry leaders share their insights on new technological advancements aimed at reducing offshore emissions, optimizing subsea infrastructure and transforming the economics of smaller developments. The episode also explores the ...

Jun 04, 202417 minSeason 7Ep. 18