Pipeliners Podcast

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat talks with Jonathan Elder of J.D. Engineering about how smaller gathering system operators are responding to the PHMSA Mega Rule. The conversation explores the unique challenges these operators face, including limited resources, staff constraints, and operational pressures. Jonathan also shares his own background and insights from workin...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat welcomes Joe Hainline of Van Ness Feldman to discuss the recent PHMSA advisory bulletin on Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS). Drawing on Joe's regulatory experience at PHMSA and insights from both legal and industry perspectives, the conversation explores the evolving regulatory landscape under the current administration and what it m...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast focuses on building a comprehensive knowledge guide for control room operations. Host Russel Treat outlines key concepts essential to effective control room performance, including human-centered design, training and simulation, fatigue management, procedural consistency, and the role of technology. He also highlights valuable resources—both regulatory and fro...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes Weldon Wright to reflect on his extensive career in oil and gas measurement and his recent transition into semi-retirement. Weldon shares insights from decades of experience across utilities, vendors, and operators, while also discussing his role as host of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast . The conversation explores career pat...

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode is a rebroadcast of Episode 237 featuring host Russel Treat walking through how each individual pipeliner should think about pipeline cyber security as it relates to supporting their operation. The episode centers on three key areas of threats, understanding, and mitigation. Russel goes into deep detail about cybersecurity threats, the importance of understan...

On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by corrosion and reliability engineering specialist Dheeraj Narang to discuss applications of artificial intelligence to integrity management.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat reflects on the industry's current state of transition, touching on key topics like artificial intelligence in pipeline operations and shifting regulatory dynamics. He discusses the potential benefits and risks of AI deployment and notes the evolving regulatory landscape under the new administration. Russel also invites listeners to sugg...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Dave Murk from the American Petroleum Institute discussing the upcoming API Pipeline Conference. The conversation covers the conference's new format, its "Just Good Business" theme, and key topics such as pipeline safety, regulatory developments, and workforce training. David also highlights the event's keynote speakers, including Dr. Martha Acosta,...

This episode of The Pipeliners Podcast features Mallory Gill discussing process management and Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS). The conversation explores the evolving industry focus on proactive safety performance, the distinction between processes and procedures, and the role of process management in achieving PSMS maturity. The discussion also touches on ways that organizations can emb...

On this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Ross Adams of EnerSys Corporation to discuss operations effectiveness - what it is, how to define it, and how operators should be thinking about it.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Jim Curry of Babst Calland to discuss the new notice of preliminary rulemaking from PHMSA regarding CO2.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Dr. Faisal Khan from the Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center at Texas A&M University. The discussion explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and process safety, examining how AI can enhance safety performance while addressing potential challenges. Dr. Khan also shares insights into his background, the mission of t...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a discussion with Christopher DeLeon and Rhett Dotson from D2 Integrity on the role of artificial intelligence in integrity management. The conversation explores whether AI is a useful tool or just a buzzword, emphasizing the importance of data quality, AI-assisted decision-making, and real-world applications in pipeline operations. The episode also...

On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Stuart Saulters from GPA Midstream joins to talk about the future of the midstream sector over the next four years. The discussion explores shifting regulatory landscapes, permitting challenges, and the broader implications of recent executive actions on energy production and distribution. Stuart shares insights into industry trends, policy changes, and t...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Clint Bodungen of ThreatGEN joins to discuss the intersection of gamification and generative AI in training. The conversation explores how these innovative tools can simulate cybersecurity training scenarios and enhance incident response exercises. Clint and Russel also discuss their collaboration on a PHMSA-sponsored R&D project, where they aim to adapt...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Tracey Bryant of CenterPoint Energy and Kelee Lusk of Atmos Energy to discuss the Texas Pipeline Awareness Alliance (TPAA). They explore the organization's history, collaborative efforts, and innovative strategies for enhancing public awareness about pipeline safety. The conversation highlights how pooling resources and leve...

On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Bill Herrington, author of The Green Real Deal. The Green Real Deal provides an in-depth exploration of the intersection between energy independence, environmental policy, and national security. Drawing on decades of industry and financial experience, Herrington provides a balanced strategy for a secure and sustainable futur...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Mark LaCour from the Oil and Gas Global Network as he joins Russel Treat to share their predictions for the pipeline industry in 2025. The discussion begins with a review of their predictions from the previous year and an analysis of key trends, including AI-driven pipeline integrity, ESG challenges, and mergers and acquisitions. Looking forward, the...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast celebrates the holiday season and reflects on the journey of the podcast since its inception in 2017. Host Russel Treat shares insights about the mission of the podcast—educating through conversation—and discusses the importance of the pipeliner's role in maintaining critical infrastructure safely and responsibly. 

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat is joined by Chris Viator, Muddy Boots Support Lead at EnerSys Corporation, to discuss the transformative role of cloud solutions in field operations. The conversation explores how cloud-based tools enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and address challenges faced by field technicians and back-office teams alike. The episode also examine...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Ed Landgraf of Texas 811, who shares his insights on marine pipeline sustainability and spill prevention. Ed discusses lessons learned from major underwater pipeline incidents, such as the Huntington Beach anchor drag and the Corpus Christi dredging accident, and highlights the importance of education, stakeholder engagement, and improved communicati...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Ross Adams, of EnerSys Corporation, about the importance of implementing a Pipeline Operations Management System (OMS). The discussion examines challenges faced in control rooms, such as alignment across departments and regulatory compliance, and highlights how OMS can create top-down governance to improve efficiency and safety. T...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes back Mallory Gill to explore the intricacies of Management of Change (MOC) systems in pipeline operations. Together, they examine the nuances of departmental versus enterprise MOCs, emphasizing their respective roles, benefits, and challenges in risk management. The conversation highlights practical insights from industry feedba...

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with CaLae Miller from CEM Solutions about her journey into the pipeline and corrosion industry and the inception of the Piney Woods Corrosion Short Course.  CaLae shares insights into creating impactful industry events tailored for corrosion technicians and operators, emphasizing collaboration, regional focus, and educational impact....

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Doug Warren and John Krajewski of AVEVA join to discuss the evolution and significance of digital transformation in pipeline operations, including breaking down data silos and addressing industry challenges like system integration and operational complexity. The conversation highlights the importance of identifying actionable steps toward modernization wh...