Jack of Oil Trades

n this episode of Jack of Oil Trades, Stephen sits down with serial entrepreneur Kristen Chandler, whose career spans wellness clinics, Subway franchising, occupational drug testing, and supporting oil and gas companies nationwide. Kristen’s story is a masterclass in figuring it out as you go. From opening the first Subway in Greenwood after realizing the community had literally nowhere to eat, to...

In this new episode of Jack of Oil Trades, host Stephen Wilson sits down again with Dakotah Klein of LOC for a candid and wide-ranging conversation on business, faith, and the mindset it takes to thrive in uncertain times. Dakotah opens up about learning to surrender control — in life, leadership, and the oilfield — and how blending faith with business transformed his outlook. He shares real-world...

In this episode of the Jack of Oil Trades Podcast, host Stephen Wilson sits down with a very special guest—his wife, Amanda Wilson, co-owner of Paper & Vine in Midland, Texas. Amanda shares the journey of opening a bookstore and bar with her mom and sister, from an idea sparked on TikTok to a reality in just 45 days. She opens up about the challenges of choosing the right books for her shelves...

n this episode of Jack of Oil Trades, host Stephan Wilson sits down with Curtis Raymond — a former Ivy League and TCU football player turned heavy machinery sales rep. Curtis shares the raw, unfiltered story of how childhood lessons, athletic setbacks, and personal grit shaped the way he approaches business and life today. From tearing his labrum in high school, to flipping a beach cart in college...

Step into the world of rural finance, oil fields, and unforgettable stories with Stephen Wilson and his guest, Michael Eisenwine — a fifth-generation banker with deep West Texas roots. In this episode of Jack of Oil Trades, Michael takes us through a career shaped by the highs and lows of community banking, the chaos of the 2008 financial crisis, and the colorful history of cattle rustling and oil...

Bitcoin mining is changing the game in the Permian Basin, offering a groundbreaking way to utilize natural gas that would otherwise be wasted. In this episode of Jack of Oil Trades, host Stephen Wilson sits down with Paul Cockerham of Verde Mining to discuss how Bitcoin mining is driving innovation in the energy sector. From reducing gas flaring to integrating renewable sources like wind and solar...

Join us in this insightful conversation with Alan Peters, a visionary leader dedicated to solving the global water crisis with atmospheric water generation. Discover how Alan is revolutionizing water access by transforming humidity into clean drinking water — a game-changer for communities facing water scarcity. In this video, Alan shares his journey from a career in the energy sector to pioneerin...

Midland, Texas is changing, and Mayor Lori Blong is leading the way. In this episode of Jack of Oil Trades, host Stephen Wilson sits down with Mayor Blong to discuss her dual role as an entrepreneur in oil and gas and the Mayor of Midland. Topics Covered:Balancing business ownership at Octane while serving as mayorThe transformation of Midland, from infrastructure improvements to crime reductionTh...

Discover "The Untold Story of Risk, Faith & Market Domination" in this candid conversation revealing the remarkable career trajectory and leadership journey of Chance David. From his early days in forestry to building a thriving career in the Permian Basin's oil and gas industry, Chance shares valuable insights into navigating challenges, leveraging faith, and employing bold busi...

Discover how self-development fuels petroleum success in this inspiring episode of the Jack of All Trades Podcast featuring Yogashri Pradham who goes by Yoshi, a trailblazer in the oil and gas industry. From her early passion for petroleum engineering to overcoming challenges in the Permian Basin, Yoshi shares candid insights into her career journey, technical expertise, and leadership in one of t...

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing oil and gas production in this insightful conversation with Mitchell Gipson, President of AADE and Senior Production Engineer at SM Energy. From groundbreaking friction reducer technology to real-time ESP monitoring, explore how AI and machine learning are transforming operations in the Permian Basin. Gipson shares his remarkable journey from...

Building success in the Oil and Gas Industry requires determination, expertise, and vision. Join host Stephen Wilson as he sits down with Dakotah Klein, an accomplished oil and gas industry veteran, to explore what it takes to thrive in one of America's most productive oil regions on the first episode of the Jack of Oil Trades podcast. Klein shares valuable insights from his journey from East Texa...