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Explore the latest innovations in gas and flame detection technology with Shannon Sanders from Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. Discover how connected devices, Teledyne GDCloud integration, and AI are transforming productivity and safety in hazardous industries.

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Are you a STEM kid with big brain energy… and absolutely no clue what you want to do with your life? Same. That’s exactly why Uneducated Guesses exists.

In this episode, Kaden sits down with Amit from Xylem and quickly realizes he has severely underestimated water. What starts as “oh, like drinking water filters?” turns into a deep dive into massive industrial systems—power plants, refineries, wastewater treatment, and the surprisingly complex challenge of making water usable everywhere it’s needed.

Along the way, Kaden learns that water treatment isn’t just one job—it’s an entire ecosystem of careers. From hands-on technicians to engineers, scientists, and sustainability experts, this field touches nearly every industry on Earth.

If you like engineering, environmental science, chemistry—or just want to understand how something as “simple” as water is actually insanely complicated—this episode might introduce you to a career path you didn’t even know existed.

Because apparently, the problem isn’t that water exists… it’s that the right water, in the right place, at the right quality, almost never does.

Stay curious. Stay confused. And, of course—stay hydrated.

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Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity.

This conversation features Casey Thames sitting down with David Panthagani, Director of Operations and Managing Partner at Lindsey Inc., to break down the real-world challenges of connecting IT and OT systems in oil and gas operations.

The discussion focuses on how operators can modernize infrastructure without compromising safety or uptime, with a grounded look at where integration efforts often break down. From acquisition-driven system consolidation to legacy infrastructure that does not align with current platforms, many of the challenges stem from incomplete documentation and a lack of full visibility into what actually exists in the field. As systems evolve, ensuring compatibility between old and new technologies while maintaining secure, reliable data flow becomes a critical piece of the equation.

David shares lessons learned from decades in the industry, emphasizing that OT environments require a deliberate and tested approach to change. Unlike IT, where rapid updates are common, operational systems demand stability, with safety and uptime always taking priority. The conversation highlights how strong alignment between IT and operations teams is essential, as each group brings a different perspective on risk, functionality, and success. Bridging that gap effectively is often the difference between a system that simply works and one that truly adds value.

The episode also explores how modern communications and SCADA infrastructure are enabling better visibility across operations, allowing companies to move away from manual, routine field checks and toward more targeted, data-driven decision making. This shift not only improves efficiency but also reduces unnecessary exposure for field personnel, reinforcing safety as a direct benefit of thoughtful digital implementation. Rather than replacing people, these systems create the opportunity to focus time and resources on higher-value work that directly supports reliability and performance.

Guest

David Panthagani
Director of Operations & Managing Partner
Lindsey Inc.

Lindsey Inc is a well-established and agile multidisciplinary team of operational technology experts, digital advocates, and solution designers dedicated to driving innovation and delivering meaningful outcomes for oil & gas and critical infrastructure operators.
We empower industry operators by providing infrastructure and application solutions to improve awareness, control, compliance, and security.

Website:
www.lindseyinc.com

Host:
Casey Thames
Host, Digital Doers
Oil & Gas Global Network (OGGN)

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This episode of The Mining & Minerals Show looks at one of the biggest shifts underway in Canada’s resource economy: the move from Indigenous consultation to Indigenous ownership. Deirdra sits down with Kristan Straub, the new President and CEO of the Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation (CILGC), to discuss how the organization is working to unlock Indigenous participation in major projects through access to capital and loan guarantees.

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Sponsored by IFS – Purpose-built industrial AI

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In this episode, Host, Elena Melchert, and Dr. Christopher Liner, Science Advisor for RAM Geothermal, discuss innovative geothermal technologies, including new patents that could revolutionize geothermal energy extraction. He shares insights from his extensive industry background, academic research, and recent patents, highlighting how these advancements can accelerate the adoption of geothermal power worldwide.

LINKS
RAM Geothermal
https://ramgeothermal.com/leadership/

LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-liner-81728025

University of Arkansas
https://geosciences.uark.edu/directory/index/uid/liner/name/Christopher+L.+Liner/

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Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner.

Summary
In this episode, host Joe Batir speaks with Violeta Tostanoski, Head of Corporate Development at Mitsubishi Power Americas. The discuss the complexities of financing clean energy projects, the role of technology risk, and strategies for developing sustainable capital stacks in different markets.

Violeta’s Book Recommendation:
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant: https://a.co/d/0iZBN3BU

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
03:34 The Investment Landscape and Capital Availability
06:19 Building a Capital Stack: Equity, Debt, and Partnerships
09:12 Risk Profiles and Investor Mandates
12:54 Technology Risk and Early-Stage Investment
18:13 Case Study: ACES Delta Hydrogen Project
25:01 Market Differences: Developed vs. Developing Countries
28:37 Long-term Investment and Political Risk
30:44 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations

Helpful links:
Mitsubishi Power Americas: https://power.mhi.com/regions/amer/
Violeta’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/violeta-rabanal/
Joe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/

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In this episode, Mike Truitt, Director of HSE at Independence Contract Drilling, shares insights on safety culture, human performance principles, and industry best practices in oil and gas drilling. Discover how proactive safety measures and leadership drive operational excellence.
Contact Mike Truitt via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mike-truitt-asp-2b637955
Company Website: www.icdrilling.com
IADC Safety Alerts: https://iadc.org/health-safety-environment/safety-alerts/

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Episode 32 with Matthew Gonzales, Vice Chairman of the Hispanic Energy Council. TOPIC: federal funding from offshore royalites and how it impacts all Americans

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Sponsored by ABB – Helping industries outrun leaner and cleaner.

Summary
In this episode, host Joe Batir interviews Devan Pillay of Schneider Electric. They discuss the latest insights from the Global Autonomous Maturity Report, exploring how autonomous operations are transforming heavy industry sectors like oil, gas, and mining. The conversation covers the implications for safety, efficiency, decarbonization, and the strategic steps companies can take to start their autonomous journey.

Devan’s Book Recommendation
Who moved my cheese by Spencer Johnson: https://a.co/d/01JJbSiU

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
04:41 Significance of the Global Autonomous Maturity Report
07:08 Geographical Variations in Autonomy Readiness
10:42 Implications of Autonomy for Safety and Productivity
23:53 Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency
27:20 Self-Healing Systems and Maintenance
32:40 Getting Started with Autonomous Systems
35:35 Recommended Reading and Final Thoughts

Show Links
Devan Pillay’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devan-pillay-1488a79/
Schneider Electric’s website: https://www.se.com/us/en/
Joe Batir’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/

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Picture a highway where 20% of global energy traffic suddenly hits a bottleneck… except this highway fuels airplanes, trucks, and food supply chains. That’s the Strait of Hormuz right now.

Brian and Bill unpack why the market is misunderstanding what’s actually happening. This isn’t just about crude oil supply. It’s about refining capacity, logistics, and the fragile choreography between production, storage, and consumption.

And the kicker? We may be replaying a COVID-style supply shock, just wearing a different costume.

The oil market isn’t just tightening… it’s unraveling beneath the surface. In this episode of Refining Reality, Brian and Bill break down the real impact of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and why this isn’t just an oil story, it’s a full-system shock.

From 100+ million barrels per day of global production to sudden supply constraints, the conversation explores how refinery utilization, distillate flows, and global logistics are colliding in ways most headlines completely miss. This episode connects the dots between crude, jet fuel, diesel, and even food supply chains.

If you think this is just another geopolitical headline, think again. This is a structural shift in how energy moves through the global economy.

Sponsored by Tracerco: https://tracerco.com/

Hosted by Energy Rogue®: https://energyrogue.com/

Where Tracerco Fits In
When refineries are pushed to maximum utilization, precision matters more than ever. That’s where Tracerco comes in:

Tracerco’s ability to “measure the unmeasurable” enables operators to avoid costly downtime and optimize performance in high-stress environments
In a market like this, data isn’t optional… it’s survival.

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