The Oil Field Leader Podcast

The Co-President of the Energy Workforce and Technology Council, Tim Tarpley, talks to The Oilfield Leader Podcast. Our conversation discusses the importance of building relationships with members of Congress and finding common ground on energy policy. We cover a bit on the role of energy prices as a key issue for voters and the need for more refining capacity in the United States. The conversatio...

In our conversation with Steve Coffee, President of the Produced Water Society we cover various topics related to the oil and gas industry, with a focus on produced water treatment. The discussion highlights the growth of oil and gas production and the increasing need for effective produced water management. We also explore the history and evolution of the Produced Water Society, starting from inf...

In this conversation with Justin Forrest, driller with Valaris Limited, who at the moment is working on an offshore rig off the coast of Australia! We covered various topics related to the oil and gas industry as well as the different types of workers on the rig, from experienced veterans to newbies, and emphasized the importance of having a diverse crew with different skills. Justin also talked a...

Justin Forrest has been working offshore for 17-18 years, taking him from Australia to New Zealand to Africa and back. But Justin's path and life are as unique as each ocean wave: discover the often lonely life on an offshore drilling rig, what it means to have an incredible eye and ability to be in the right place at the right time with his camera. Enjoy our first special international offsho...

In this conversation, Joseph Meyers shares his history in the oil and gas industry and how he got into creating life-saving products. He talks about the importance of safety in the field and how his personal experience of witnessing a coworker hanging in a harness inspired him to create the ZAC device. The ZAC device is designed to notify others when someone has fallen and is in a harness, potenti...

Our conversation with Lord Bailey Midkiff covers various topics related to personal growth, parenting, the oil and gas industry, and the importance, and challenges of, building a successful business. The main themes include the challenges of parenting and the influence of external factors on children, the changing dynamics of the oil and gas industry, the value of investing in people and building...

Mr. Jared Hembree, a legislator from Southeast New Mexico's 59th District in the Permian Basin, shares his journey into politics and his perspective on the oil and gas industry with Christian Lombardini of The Oil Field Leader Podcast. He explains that his interest in politics was always present, but the timing was right for him to pursue a career in it. Rep. Hembree discusses the importance o...

The conversation between Christian Lombardini and David Blackmon covers various topics related to energy communications, public policy, and the oil and gas industry. They discuss the challenges of communicating effectively in a society where definitions and histories are constantly changing. They also touch on the impact of China's coal plants on global carbon emissions and the need for ration...

The Oil Field Leader is proud to have had some of the valuable time of Kevin W. Smith, President of NNA Polymers. During our conversation with Kevin we explore the role of hydrocarbons and the future of the energy industry. We discuss the importance of oil and gas in various collateral industries, the limitations of renewable energy sources, yet the recognized need for a diverse energy portfolio....

In this episode, Christian Lombardini interviews Stuart Turley, a renowned energy communicator and podcast host. They discuss the power of podcasting, the importance of truth and integrity in the media, and the role of podcasts in information consumption. They also touch on the balance between humor and serious discussions in podcasting. Stuart shares his background and early aspirations, as well...

In episode 12 of The Oil Field Leader Podcast , Lloyd Brown, former founder and CEO of Smart Chemical, shares with host Christian Lombardini his insights and lessons learned from his time at the company. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's identity and value, as well as respecting oneself and others. Lloyd also discusses the significance of having patience and grace, and the le...

In this episode, Keith Stelter from American Safety discusses the power of LinkedIn for personal and professional branding in the oil and gas industry. He emphasizes the importance of networking and creating content on LinkedIn to connect with potential customers and employers. Keith also shares advice for oilfield operators on improving their LinkedIn game. The conversation highlights the constan...

In this conversation, Mike Broussard shares his insights on the power of being new and the need for culture change and proactivity. He emphasizes the importance of being present, open, and responsive in order to bring about positive change. Mike also discusses the role of leadership in embracing new approaches and the benefits of applying these principles in various aspects of life. He shares the...

In this conversation, Christian Lombardini speaks to Mikel Bowman, who shares a powerful story of receiving a late-night phone call from a suicidal coworker and how he used his experience and empathy to help save a life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the challenges faced by field workers and the need for support and recognition. Bowman discusses the disconnect between management an...

Oil field consultant Kent Schiller talks about the unique path he took to get to being called, "Boss" in the field. From wanting to be a vet, to Aggie, to Halliburton, to consultant, it's a wild ride. Not to mention passionate hunter and farmer as well as husband and father! No one does it quite like Kent Schiller! Check it out and leave a comment below if you like what you see/hear,...

The Oil Field Leader Podcast is excited to learn from Mel Gower ! Mel is a seasoned leader with a passion for helping leaders, teams, and individuals meet their full potential. His presentations use real-world examples to encourage and equip his audiences to improve team morale and culture, align efforts to grow a vision into reality, and drive individuals and teams to greater levels of success. P...

For a conversation about real estate and buying and selling a home - this one really is for the record books. Discussing not only the ins-and-outs of buying/selling, but really more about the right headspace to be an authentic person and leader. We talk about some of the basics such as being comfortable with yourself and being authentic. We also talk about how important it is to have a team of pro...

The Oil Field Leader Podcast gets with Jesse Rodriguez, from Sealy, Texas. Chemical operator in the oilfield. A hobbyist in photography. Instagram: Jesse.rodriguez913 tik tok:Stang4v

The Oil Field Leader Podcast is proud to talk with a Rodger Horton , of Benchmark Mortgage in Midland, Texas. Rodger is from a family of oil field workers and has lived in the Permian all his life. If anyone understands how to help people get a mortgage to buy a house, its Rodger. Full of info on credit reports, debt ratios, how to calculate how much house you can afford, RODGER IS THE EXPERT! Sit...

The Oil Field Leader Podcast talks to Manolo Abrego. Manolo had a varied career before getting into the oil field. Manolo is proof that sometimes the best operators in the field have a breadth and depth of experience that they use to not just navigate life in the field, but how to succeed! License code for YouTube: IIR5FLW64BN1QB9L

The Oil Field Leader Podcast goes on location in downtown Midland to talk to 2 very financially savvy ladies about YOUR money. Holly Sexton is a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and is a 'hired gun' for other CPAs when they need advanced help. Crystal Rau, is a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and MBA whose focus is learning about you, your goals, and most importantly, how to get there....

The Oil Field Leader talks to Pete Ibarra, from Safety Solutions LLC, about what it takes to make it in the oil field. We also talk about how important a mentor can be, how to find the drive in yourself to move on, and lots more! To reach Pete Ibarra and discuss coaching or mentorship: leadavantgarde@gmail.com License code for YouTube: IIR5FLW64BN1QB9L