The Wicked Energy Podcast

In this episode of "Wicked Energy with JG," host Justin sits down with Jordan Stone of Donovan Ventures for a deep dive into the energy sector. They kick things off with the evolving landscape of private equity, focusing on how ESG initiatives have brought change while also discussing barriers to capital flow and shifts in investor sentiment. Moving from finance to field operations, Just...

Get ready for another episode of Wicked Energy with JG! Your host Justin Gauthier sits down with Shauna Noonan, a key player at Occidental, to cover a myriad of topics that span from industry challenges to the unique world of Lego Serious Play. We kick off with an exploration of the oversupply of petroleum engineering graduates and its implications for international students and educational instit...

Join us on this episode of Wicked Energy with JG as host Justin dives deep into the world of oil and gas technology with Steven Fipke, the Vice President of North and South America at InflowControl. Hailing from Alberta, Steven takes us on a journey from his early days in the oil-rich Canadian region to his significant roles in global oil and gas giants. Discover the intricacies of multilateral we...

In this riveting episode of "Wicked Energy with JG," host Justin sits down with Kevin Thuot, the Managing Partner and Analytics Engineer at Jetrock Analytics. Kevin, known for his rich experience in data analytics and research, delves deep into the evolving landscape of the energy sector. Highlights of the episode include: - The evolution of Zoom backgrounds and how they've become an...

In this enlightening episode of "Wicked Energy with JG", host Justin welcomes the remarkable Tien Do, Founder and CEO of InDZone. Tien takes listeners on a profound journey from her childhood in central Vietnam to her leadership role in the energy sector. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s covered: • A heartfelt look into Tien's early life in Vietnam, where electricity was a luxury and co...

Join Justin on "Wicked Energy with JG," as he converses with Mark Rossano, founder of C6 Capital Holdings and host of the Primary Vision Network. This episode focuses on climate change's impact on food security and agriculture, spotlighting SulTech, an eco-friendly fertilizer from energy sector byproducts. The discussion features TenEx Technologies, a company streamlining oil extract...

In the new "Wicked Energy with JG" episode, we host Beena Sharma, CEO and Founder of CCU International, Vice Chair at Society for Low Carbon Technologies, and International Board Member for CCS Brazil. Sharma discusses her transition from oil and gas to carbon capture solutions, underscoring the importance of diverse collaborations in this dynamic sector. Sharma outlines opportunities in...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin engages with Stuart Turley, the President and CEO of the Sandstone Group, in a dynamic conversation revolving around energy production and policies. They delve into the offshore wind industry, the importance of diversified energy generation, and the challenges of renewable energy, with special focus on digital censorship in discussions related...

On this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin chats with David Thul, founder of the AI-driven company, Geolumina. After a humorous kick-off discussing David's tiki bar idea "Marooned," they delve into the serious business of energy policies and data trends in the oil and gas industry. The discussion discusses Geolumina and its innovative use of AI in the energy sector. David...

In this insightful episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin is joined by Adam Murray of Weldfit, and Dr. Andrew Parker from SPL. These distinguished guests, also hosts of "Let's Clear the Air," delve into their experiences in the energy sector, their podcast content, and the role of LinkedIn as a platform for discussing climate science and energy. Our guests share their thoughts...

In this engaging episode of Wicked Energy with JG, sponsored by TenEx Technologies, host Justin is joined by returning guest, Kym Ali, the owner of Kym Ali Consulting and host of the New DEI podcast for OGGN. Kym, who made her first appearance on the show in August 2022, shares her journey experiences, challenges, and triumphs around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within organizations. The...

In this enlightening episode of "Wicked Energy with JG", host Justin covers an extensive range of topics in the oil and gas industry. The episode, sponsored by TenEx Technologies, delves into the innovative solutions changing the face of the sector, with a special spotlight on TenEx's groundbreaking technologies, Microhold and Sandbond. Justin explores the high rate of M&A activi...

In this enlightening episode of "Wicked Energy with JG", we are joined by Justin Overstreet, Vice President of Safety at Wildcat Oil Tools and host of the Street Smart Podcast. Overstreet opens up about his summer plans and shares his personal experiences and passions, from his love for baseball and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to his unique approach to discipline. The discussion goes deep into O...

In this enlightening episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin is joined by a special guest, Doomberg, who is part of a team of commodity sector executives. They detail their unique journey from the realm of consulting to carving out a niche in content creation for Wall Street. The duo shares insights into their distinctive approach to sifting through the information overload and crafting comp...

In this electrifying episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin engages with distinguished guests Sonia Coopwood, a strategic advisor and co-founder of Greentech, and Chris Shuring, the COO and founder of OkaVate. Explore Greentech's pioneering research in renewable energy with Sonia, as she discusses the firm's innovative lithium iron battery technology — a formidable competitor that o...

In this compelling episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin welcomes guest Ted Cross, Director of Product Management at Novi Labs, to delve into the intricate dynamics of the energy sector. They explore a range of topics, from the transition of Novi Labs into a remote-first company spurred by the growing demand for software and data science skills, to the unique features and challenges of Aus...

In this episode, host Justin speaks with Fernando Hernandez, an appointed business ambassador to Scotland for six years, about his background and work in the energy industry. Fernando's award-winning mentorship to Scotland's Net Zero Technology Center and advisory board membership to Redm are also discussed, as well as his belief in fulfilling his purpose in technology and energy. The spea...

In this insightful episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin sits down with Arjun Murti, Partner at Veriten, to explore various aspects of the energy industry. They delve into Arjun's journey from a high-pressure career at Goldman Sachs to finding work-life balance at other organizations that ultimately led to landing at Veriten, a Houston-based energy research, strategy, and investing fir...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin sits down with Richard Sundboe, the Founder and CEO of Fjorn Consulting. The conversation starts with Richard sharing his experience with taking cold showers and the benefits he's observed from doing so. The conversation then transitions to Richard's experience running a business, raising a family, and the importance of valuing time and...

Welcome to Wicked Energy with JG, a podcast that explores the latest developments in the energy industry. In this episode, host Justin sits down with Paul Ritchie, COO of Osperity to discuss how Osperity's AI-driven visual monitoring technology is helping to overcome many challenges in the industrial sector of energy. Paul shares how Osperity's technology can minimize road time and capture...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin sits down with Punith Upadhya, the creator and host of the It's a Material World Podcast. Together, they dive deep into the changes in work-life balance brought on by the pandemic and the increasing trend towards remote work. They discuss the importance of time freedom, focusing on passions, and how different generations value work-life bal...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin welcomes back Matt Winklestine, President at Engaging Perspectives, for a riveting discussion covering a range of topics. Delve into the importance of work-life balance, being present in the moment, and cherishing family time as they share personal experiences and insights. Join them as they explore Matt's journey from business development...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin sits down with Mark Rossano, founder and CEO of C Six Capital Holdings and Primary Vision Network. They dive into the critical challenges facing global food production, such as declining soil health and rising food inflation, and the struggle for farmers to secure necessary capital. Mark shares his company's involvement in COP 28 and their...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, Justin is joined by Christian Grimes,  Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at Colorado School of Mines.   In this episode, Christian shares how his dad and grandfather both began their careers in the oilfield as roughnecks, and why he decided to switch from aerospace engineering to natural gas engineering and geoscience. Christian also explains how be...

In this episode of Wicked Energy with JG, host Justin sits down with Mark Freeman, CEO of ProDirectional, to explore the future of the energy industry and directional drilling technology. They delve into the challenges faced by the energy market, the significance of rig count, and the long-term potential of natural gas as a fuel source. The conversation also covers the role of the US in LNG export...