People Behind Energy

PBE Podcast

Energy innovation is born in the Permian Basin, we’re on the front lines of it! Let’s build a community for the next generation of energy needs.

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People Behind Energy

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Technology

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www.pbepodcast.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 75: The SWS AAPG Convention in Fort Wort 02.06.2021

Awakening to a New Era with the SWS AAPG in Fort Worth. Do not miss this show if you plan to improve your performance as an operator or service company in the oil and gas business. The Fort Worth Geological Society has put together a world-class event, the short course, the talks, the social event… Like Skipo would say, WE’RE BACK!!! Join us at the show for a great opportunity to learn and integra...

PBE Midland Live: KinFrac 30.05.2021

Sometimes a very unique set of individuals see the potential in technology long before it gets popular among a community. This group is sometimes referred to as the “innovators” the risk takers! If it’s not popular and there isn’t a clear path forward on how it’s going to work out economically, rarely the technology is invested in… KinFrac is a revolutionary fracking technology that is at the very...

MagmaChem Exclusive: Alfredo Petrov 13.05.2021

This is an exclusive story from MagmaChem Research Institute. Alfredo Petrov is a legend in the mineral industry world wide and we are honored to share his story and we will begin working with Alfredo and MagmaChem on more exclusive amazing stories from the deeply rooted professionals in the geology world.

Episode 74: Origin Stories with Troy Tittlemier 11.05.2021

This is the 4th episode from 2nMedia, LLC and The Leeds Group. Troy Tittlemier is a geologist, podcaster (PBE Experience), and CEO of MagmaChem Research Institute and is a leader in many aspects. He shares his motivation, determination, and passion for how he’s been successful thus far.

Episode 73: Scott Taylor (Microseismic from Conception to Completion) 27.04.2021

Microseismic technology and the ideas around this niche of the industry are so much fun to talk about, but when you have someone that's lived it since 2004... It's a completely new ballgame!! This is definitely a company to keep on the radar and we wish the whole team the best of luck and to enjoy writing the papers we all can't wait to read!

Episode 72: Mike Raines (A Permian Basin Legend and Carbon Capture and Use) 22.04.2021

The shows continue because there is no clear end in sight for the PBE network! Mike was one of the first local professionals to prove the worth of being connected and active in your local societies as a professional. He is truly a Permian legend with 26 and counting years in the Permian Basin, and someone you will always see in support of our community. It was an honor to hear his story first hand...

Episode 71: The Oil and Gas Global Network (Elevate Podcast with Troy Tittlemier about Serpentinite) 14.04.2021

Serpentinization, it has all to do with the origin of oil, the origin of life and it has a major influence on the climate of our planet. This was an incredible opportunity to break into the subject, live loose, and within 30 minutes!! Enjoy and reach out anytime for more information about it or if you’d like to record a show on the subject or relating subjects of serpentinization -

Episode 70: Allen Bertagne 29.03.2021

Allen Bertagne is the complete oil and gas industry professional. He has done all that one can do in the industry as a geophysicist, but there’s more! He continues to give back and invest in supporting the oil and gas industry way beyond most of our contributions go. He is a true rockstar and someone we all can learn a lot from… We have a good feeling that this is not the last time we’ll be sittin...

Episode 69: PBE 2020 Recap and 2021 Plans 18.02.2021

We got the chance to finally do a show with A-Train!!! The man, the myth, the legend behind PBE making the technical stuff possible. Together we stand and together we plan - 2021 can be the year we actually pull off the biggest in-person oil and gas convention of the year! PBE Live - Permian Basin is officially in the works, we can only rely on time to see if we can actually pull this off - If you...

Episode 68: Troy Tittlemier Interview with the Oil and Gas Council 28.01.2021

The man himself Mr. Tim Pawul from the Oil and Gas Council interviewed Troy. We recently had Tim on our show and the amount of information that these guys have on the oil and gas industry is amazing. This interview specifically dives into the Earth Science Revolution and how it’s going to have a major impact on the oil and gas industry. Always fun and entertaining!

Episode 67: Grant Pierce, One wild 2020 story 26.12.2020

Grant has 28 years of experience in the industry and he’s been in Vietnam for the last 11 as a well intervention contractor for offshore horizontal drilling. he takes us from highschool to 2020 quarantining in several different countries fighting to get back home to his family. Over 250 days away, he made it and he tells us every detail along the way. We learned a ton and anyone continuing the roa...

Episode 66: Dylan Morton, an OSU Geology Graduate Student 10.12.2020

He showed up thinking he was the number one PBE fan but we walked away a bigger fan of his! Dylan is making all the right moves to develop a great career ahead. He is focusing on energy, mining, and carbon sequestration with his passion for geochemistry. As long as he continues to chase his passion, hunt down answers to his curiosity and never give up, the dude will have a great career!! Exciting...

Episode 65: Dr. Scott Tinker from the BEG and Documentary Series "Switch" 07.12.2020

Dr. Tinker is a legendary name of the Permian Basin, he is almost always invited as a keynote speaker to the biggest events, he runs the Buerue of Economic Geology (BEG) at the University of Texas Austin. What he has done in contributions to the geoscience community in the Permian Basin is one thing, what he’s doing now with the documentary series called “Switch”, is truly a legacy. There is so mu...

Episode 64: Tim Pawul from the Oil and Gas Council (Minerals and Royalties) 14.11.2020

Tim Pawul is another professional we met along the way with an incredible history of making his way through the trials and tribulations of the past, in order to build the best future. This guy is inspiring, motivational, smart, and full of some serious facts! Stay connected so we can stay moving forward!

Episode 63: Sean McCoy, ESG in the Oil and Gas Industry 14.11.2020

Sean McCoy has a great perspective and experience that allowed us to really question the future of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in the future of our oil and gas industry. We have to start logically in such a huge task filled with emotions. We must start with the revolution in Earth science in order to make the best future that is most sustainable. It’s time to build it from the grou...

Episode 62: Katie Fry (The future of Geosciences) 30.10.2020

When the rocks meet people with passion, enthusiasm, and the ability to work hard… Well, you get someone like Ms. Katie Fry!! We talked about everything from what inspired her to become a geologist all the way to what she wants to do with the rest of her career! Very good show, she has such a great personality and perspective during these wild times. Enjoy!

Episode 61: SEG 2020 Information with Olga Nedorub 08.10.2020

If you’re wondering how SEG is going to work this year, look no further! Olga Nedorub is a geophysicist and a woman that gives way more than she takes! She’s dedicated so much extra time and attention to the global societies like SEG and to the local societies like PBGS, it’s incredible to have this effort in a time where we need it the most. She says it best, the more we can talk to each other, t...

Episode 60: PBE Live Show Opener September 29th 05.10.2020

We had a plan, it changed and we adapted! We hope this is just some good old thought-provoking content for you to enjoy! We welcome all comments and questions along the way, together we’re paving a hell of a road!

Episode 59: David Ramsden-Wood 03.10.2020

We almost had DRW live for an hour during our last live show, but all things shook out the way they were supposed to, and we ended up with a good time to catch up! This guy got booted by LinkedIn, wait until you hear his side of the story on this… It’s a pretty good social dilemma, to say the least! We also got right into the weeds on how to make a good well and how to make money in the unconventi...

Episode 58: Rudolf Huber (A logical perspective of climate geology) 02.10.2020

What an incredible thing we get to do. Sit down with highly experienced folks with incredible perspectives and create new ideas! This show is something to really take home in our opinion. We need more logic moving forward, bad science has driven bad ideas and ultimately bad business. We need security and wealth, we need stability and growth… Here we go!

Episode 57: Paul Devine (EUR Predictions and The Completion of the show) 24.09.2020

We go from Information Theory to the Curve of Innovation all in the context of predicting the estimated ultimate recovery of oil and gas production as we prepare for what’s to come! If you are pushing the envelope, we are your biggest fan! If you are an early adapter and starting a company, we want to record a show with you! Check out Paul’s latest work at his website, contact him to help de-risk...

Episode 57: Paul Devine (Information Theory) 24.09.2020

Information Theory is a fundamental concept you must understand if you plan to address a problem that you are dedicated to finding a solution for. The anomalies are where we make discoveries, Paul Devine is absolutely spot on throughout this show, but the conception segment is so dang interesting on this one!

Episode 56: Art Berman (The oil and gas industry) 21.09.2020

Art Berman is a well-known name in the industry and we’re honored to share time with him on the microphones! He takes good quality controlled data and looks at it all in unique ways, what happens when you do that? Take a listen to this show as he explains it all. It’s incredible to be living through these times, we’re excited about the future and we have all kinds of reasons for that, this show hi...

Episode 55: The 2020 WTGS Fall Symposium 15.09.2020

The show is right around the corner, September 23rd, The WTGS Fall Symposium goes live. 33 Exhibitors, 17 Sponsors, 15 talks, 7 talk on-demand, and a poster session. The innovations in the unconventional play are born in the Permian, fact! Don’t miss the show -

Highly Inspired Podcast: Troy and Skips as Guests 01.09.2020

Ella and Jordan from Highly Inspired are top notch hosts and they have created a great platform to bring out the best from conversations. Thought provoking, meaningful and a lot of fun. Check out their show with Troy and Skips!

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