Energy Trade Show Podcast

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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, […]

 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join me as I speak with steering committee members, Julian Chenin and Paula De Oliveira as we discuss the upcoming Image 2025 Conference at the George R. Brown convention center August 25-28th. We chat about new forms of energy, as why geosciences education is crucial for students, and why this is the premier conference for […]

Go Deep at the DeepWater Symposium Join us in New Orleans for a special two-part episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast as we dive into the theme: “Technical Innovations for Resilient Deepwater Energy.” Guest host Jonathan Hamlin from Bevel Tech Group helps steer the conversation through the cutting-edge challenges and breakthroughs shaping deepwater operations. From […]