Ep032 – BONUS - Billy Sheffield - Moonshine Hill @ Humble, TX

This audio podcast doesn’t do justice to Mr. Billy’s collection… please go to www.OilfieldTalk.com to view the video that will help you understand better what he is describing…

There is also a video posted to the Oilfield Talk YouTube Channel 

https://www.youtube.com/@OilfieldTalk

YouTube Episode Link:   https://youtu.be/1TLxSaCfMao

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William Authur (Billy) Sheffield

Mr. Billy is thought to have the largest collection of “Moonshine Hill” and Humble, TX” memorabilia / collectables from Moonshine Hill and Humble Oil.

His remarkable memory brings to life the photographs and items that he shares his home with… because they are his Family History.,  He was born on Moonshine Hill in his parents home… where he continues to live today.   Hope you enjoy the journey.

https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/even-in-its-heyday-as-an-oil-town-moonshine-hill-wasnt-a-great-place-to-live/

“A lonely historical marker sits on the side of FM 1960 outside of Humble, Texas. You would probably drive right past it. But, if you’re curious and stop to read the sign, you might also meet one of the last residents of Moonshine Hill, whose house is just behind that marker. Billy Sheffield is 93 years old and his family has been in the area for over 100 years.”

I met Mr. Billy at the   www.GoodOilDays.com

The Good Oil Days Festival was created to celebrate Humble’s rich history in the oil industry, as well as to bring business into the ‘hub’ of the city. It’s one of the biggest events of the Northeast area of Houston where family and small businesses are joined together.

Whether this is your first time or you’re returning for another year, the Good Oil Days Festival has something for everyone. From food trucks and live entertainment to an exciting area just for kids, we promise you’ll get to experience a full day of fun!

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

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Ep031 - Billy Sheffield - Moonshine Hill @ Humble, TX

This audio podcast doesn’t do justice to Mr. Billy’s collection… please go to www.OilfieldTalk.com to view the video that will help you understand better what he is describing…

There is also a video posted to the Oilfield Talk YouTube Channel 

https://www.youtube.com/@OilfieldTalk

YouTube Episode Link:   https://youtu.be/o-8O3hsJsa8

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William Authur (Billy) Sheffield

Mr. Billy is thought to have the largest collection of “Moonshine Hill” and Humble, TX” memorabilia / collectables from Moonshine Hill and Humble Oil.

His remarkable memory brings to life the photographs and items that he shares his home with… because they are his Family History.,  He was born on Moonshine Hill in his parents home… where he continues to live today.   Hope you enjoy the journey.

https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/even-in-its-heyday-as-an-oil-town-moonshine-hill-wasnt-a-great-place-to-live/

“A lonely historical marker sits on the side of FM 1960 outside of Humble, Texas. You would probably drive right past it. But, if you’re curious and stop to read the sign, you might also meet one of the last residents of Moonshine Hill, whose house is just behind that marker. Billy Sheffield is 93 years old and his family has been in the area for over 100 years.”

I met Mr. Billy at the   www.GoodOilDays.com

The Good Oil Days Festival was created to celebrate Humble’s rich history in the oil industry, as well as to bring business into the ‘hub’ of the city. It’s one of the biggest events of the Northeast area of Houston where family and small businesses are joined together.

Whether this is your first time or you’re returning for another year, the Good Oil Days Festival has something for everyone. From food trucks and live entertainment to an exciting area just for kids, we promise you’ll get to experience a full day of fun!

Please Share and Follow our Oilfield Talk podcast and Rate the show (5 Stars), and leave a Comment…

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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The stories continue… another hour with Mr. Morris Fleming

https://alphaoiltools.com/                https://www.linkedin.com/company/alphaoiltools/

Alpha Oil Tools posted a “Happy Birthday” message and short video on their LinkedIn page that read:

“Happy 85th Birthday to a REAL legacy in our industry, Mr. Morris Fleming. Morris started working for Halliburton in 1960, was on his first frac job in 1966, and has made countless contributions to our industry in drilling, well completions, well service, downhole tools, plug and abandonment, and many, many others. His wisdom is only surpassed by his kindness and his friendship. He is always quick to share his knowledge to benefit others and we should know because Alpha Oil Tools is one of the biggest beneficiaries of them all!!! Thank you, Morris, and Happy Birthday!

hashtag#whosgonnafilltheirshoes”

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alphaoiltools_whosgonnafilltheirshoes-activity-7182398492877766656-KTgQ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

After reading some of the comments, I knew that Mr. Fleming is exactly who Oilfield Talk wants to interview and hopefully listeners agree.

His amazing career started in the 1960’s and continues today.

He attended the 5th Course Halliburton ever put on for Drill Stem Testing & Special Tools on September 27th, 1969.

Mr. Carl Gay reached out and helped with the introductions… and I couldn’t get to Dallas fast enough… hope you enjoy our visit with Mr. Morris Fleming.

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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Ep029 – Morris Fleming - ALPHA Oil Tools - Legend

https://alphaoiltools.com/                https://www.linkedin.com/company/alphaoiltools/

Alpha Oil Tools posted a “Happy Birthday” message and short video on their LinkedIn page that read:

“Happy 85th Birthday to a REAL legacy in our industry, Mr. Morris Fleming. Morris started working for Halliburton in 1960, was on his first frac job in 1966, and has made countless contributions to our industry in drilling, well completions, well service, downhole tools, plug and abandonment, and many, many others. His wisdom is only surpassed by his kindness and his friendship. He is always quick to share his knowledge to benefit others and we should know because Alpha Oil Tools is one of the biggest beneficiaries of them all!!! Thank you, Morris, and Happy Birthday!

hashtag#whosgonnafilltheirshoes

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alphaoiltools_whosgonnafilltheirshoes-activity-7182398492877766656-KTgQ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

After reading some of the comments, I knew that Mr. Fleming is exactly who Oilfield Talk wants to interview and hopefully listeners agree.

His amazing career started in the 1960’s and continues today.

He attended the 5th Course Halliburton ever put on for Drill Stem Testing & Special Tools on September 27th, 1969.

Mr. Carl Gay reached out and helped with the introductions… and I couldn’t get to Dallas fast enough… hope you enjoy our visit with Mr. Morris Fleming.

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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Andy Brosig, Senior Reporter / Photographer

While attending New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) to learn about their Lease Pumper Program, someone (unbeknownst to Me) contacted the Hobbs Sun Newspaper about possibly doing an interview with me.

In walks Mr. Andy with his large DSL Camera hung around his neck and notepad in hand.  Exactly what you would expect from a news man.

We both recorded His interview of me… that resulted in a Front Page article for Oilfield Talk (a first!).

Hope you enjoy learning just a little more about Oilfield Talk.

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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‘umble, Texas…  don’t say the “H”… the “H” is silent.

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www.GoodOilDays.com

The Good Oil Days Festival was created to celebrate Humble’s rich history in the oil industry, as well as to bring business into the ‘hub’ of the city. It’s one of the biggest events of the Northeast area of Houston where family and small businesses are joined together.

Whether this is your first time or you’re returning for another year, the Good Oil Days Festival has something for everyone. From food trucks and live entertainment to an exciting area just for kids, we promise you’ll get to experience a full day of fun!

Delbert Dawes and Howard Mittag got the Pump-Jack working on Main Street.

Delbert Dawes is the former Police Chief of Humble, TX.

Howard and Sharon Mittag

I can’t make this up… but as I Was walking by the pump-jack, Mr. Howard was preparing to start the engine and I spoke with him briefly on the podcast.  Then I continued walking down Main Street in Humble and started talking to Mrs. Sharon.  It wasn’t until a couple hours later that I realized they were actually husband and wife… and I had bet them back-to back at the crowded festival.  Both are wonderful people and introduced me and Oilfield Talk to several people.  Thank you!

Mariachi Los Tres Gatos - Humble High School Mariachi Band

In their first year competing at the regional level for UIL, the mariachi performers earned straight 1’s from every judge in attendance. Humble High students earned Superior Ratings at Feb-2024 Mariachi Coastal Bend Region UIL.   They sounded fantastic and are rocking their brand-new uniforms at the 2024 Good Oil Days Festival! 

www.OilPatchGearTX.com

Mike & Nydia Alaniz           [email protected]                832-659-7712

Oil Patch Gear was created by an Oil Patch hand to represent the lifestyle of the Oil Patch hands!  We are downright obsessed with delivering a high quality, sustainable product that fills our customers with joy. We work tirelessly to optimize our production facilities for sustainability and safety.  Oil patch gear is the go-to place for high-quality goods, reasonable rates, and competent service, as attested to by the expanding list of happy customers on our list.

Rick Swanson – Candidate for Humble City Council       https://voterickswanson.com

89.3 God Listens      https://www.ksbj.org

Hope Media Group is a family of brands engaging people to love Jesus, serve others, and spread Hope. Our family of brands include KSBJ, WayFM, Vida Unida, NGEN Radio, Hope Nation, Way Loud, Hope Events and the God Listens Prayer App.

KSBJ’s Volunteer Manager, Steven Gonzalez, at [email protected]

William Authur (Billy) Sheffield

https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/even-in-its-heyday-as-an-oil-town-moonshine-hill-wasnt-a-great-place-to-live/

“A lonely historical marker sits on the side of FM 1960 outside of Humble, Texas. You would probably drive right past it. But, if you’re curious and stop to read the sign, you might also meet one of the last residents of Moonshine Hill, whose house is just behind that marker. Billy Sheffield is 93 years old and his family has been in the area for over 100 years.”

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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‘umble, Texas…  don’t say the “H”… the “H” is silent.

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www.GoodOilDays.com

The Good Oil Days Festival was created to celebrate Humble’s rich history in the oil industry, as well as to bring business into the ‘hub’ of the city. It’s one of the biggest events of the Northeast area of Houston where family and small businesses are joined together.

Whether this is your first time or you’re returning for another year, the Good Oil Days Festival has something for everyone. From food trucks and live entertainment to an exciting area just for kids, we promise you’ll get to experience a full day of fun!

www.OilPatchGearTX.com

Mike & Nydia Alaniz            [email protected]                832-659-7712

Oil Patch Gear was created by an Oil Patch hand to represent the lifestyle of the Oil Patch hands!  We are downright obsessed with delivering a high quality, sustainable product that fills our customers with joy. We work tirelessly to optimize our production facilities for sustainability and safety.  Oil patch gear is the go-to place for high-quality goods, reasonable rates, and competent service, as attested to by the expanding list of happy customers on our list.

www.EmbersBakeryKingwood.com

Aaron Nielsen           405-618-8605

Ember's Bakery Kingwood began to provide Houston dogs with fresh, healthy, and natural dog treats and chews.  From neighborhood pop-up tent sales to large markets to online, Ember's is expanding quickly and providing America's dogs with a healthier option for treats and chews.  From our home kitchen to your dog's mouth, you can't go wrong with homemade!

www.TapvilleSocial.com/CentralTexasMobile

https://www.instagram.com/TapvilleCentralTexas/

Tapville Social – Central Texas Mobile Taproom is available for private  events. Book your next event with us. Tapville Mobile Taproom provides 16 self-pour taps of craft beer, wine & cider. Connect with our staff for us to consult on your next event. A socially-driven dining experience celebrating the people and places that make us say "Cheers!". The perfect escape to create fun and memorable moments with friends.

From our creative cocktail flights and pairings to our self-pour wine and beer walls, Tapville Social removes the obstacles of the restaurant experience and puts you in control of the journey.

Howard and Sharon Mittag

I can’t make this up… but as I Was walking by the pump-jack, Mr. Howard was preparing to start the engine and I spoke with him briefly on the podcast.  Then I continued walking down Main Street in Humble and started talking to Mrs. Sharon.  It wasn’t until a couple hours later that I realized they were actually husband and wife… and I had bet them back-to back at the crowded festival.  Both are wonderful people and introduced me and Oilfield Talk to several people.  Thank you!

https://www.humblemuseum.com

Robert Meaux         

The Humble Museum originally opened as the Humble Bicentennial Museum in 1976, as an outgrowth of the City's U.S. Bicentennial Celebrations. The city built a museum building on Higgins Street, on the west side of the railroad tracks.

In the late 1980s, the museum purchased the old Centel Telephone building at 219 Main Street, on the east side of the railroad tracks. This building was damaged during Hurricane Harvey, forcing the museum to close in August 2017.

Starting in 2019, the City renovated the old band hall building at Charles Bender High School for the museum. The museum moved its collection into the new building in March 2020, just before the COVID quarantine began. After months of work building new displays, the new Humble Museum opened on November 14, 2020.

STAFF

Dr. Robert Meaux, Executive Director

Nettie Banda, Docent

Malou Ennis, Docent

Ashley Oakes, Docent

The Humble Museum is a Texas non-profit corporation, registered as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

601 Higgins Street

Humble, Texas 77338

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 281-713-5439

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Leon (Trae) Faught III – Safety Professional, BCSP- SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

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Colton Wiemers VP of Business Development                https://www.riotscada.com

With a decade of experience in Oil and Gas, Colton has worked in the transportation, chemical and software industries. Colton leads the Business Development team and Account Managers. He is focused on providing companies with the expertise needed to maximize their assets in the field. 

RIOT’s fully customizable Global Dashboard gives you quick and intuitive insight into your operations, giving you the power to make informed decisions.  RIOT is the ideal SCADA Solution for multiple industries, including Oil and Gas, Water and Wastewater Treatment, and Agriculture.

RIOT SCADA presents RIOT AI, a new way to experience your SCADA system. We pride ourselves in providing innovative solutions for managing business operations. RIOT AI is a “Hardware Agnostic” and “SCADA Agnostic” platform that can sit on top of any existing SCADA System. Operators can perform their jobs more efficiently and safely by integrating RIOT AI into their existing SCADA system. RIOT AI assists in analyzing data, identifying patterns, and making intelligent decisions based on the information gathered.

We had a great conversation and I look forward to getting back to Hobbs, NM to record some more of these amazing Oilfield stories!

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Leon (Trae) Faught III - Safety SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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R I F or Reduction in Force is just another way to say you are / have been “Laid Off” where the end result is, you are Unemployed and without a Job.

This is what happened to me last Wednesday…

I got “The Call” we all dread on the 6th of March, 2024… after almost 27 years with the same company… ‘Your Services Are No Longer Required’.

Quite the Gut-Punch… and felt like my feet were swept right out from under me… I wasn’t expecting it. We knew people were going to be let go, but I had been told that I was being retained… and back to my previous position as “Float” or “Fill In” (110) wherever needed.   Didn’t end up working out that way.

In this episode I discuss my own personal reaction to being laid off and some of the things available through the Louisiana Workforce Commission – Rapid Response Team.

The state provides a comprehensive website at www.laworks.net where you can create your HiRE Account.  Here, it will walk you though step by step in creating a resume’ and getting it posted where employers can find it.

There are also good tools on HiRE to help you discover job trends in the state as well as up-and-coming events or assistance.  You can apply for ‘Unemployment’, research health insurance availability, and much more useful information.

What is going to happen to the “Oilfield Talk” podcast?

There will definitely be some changes in the future… I hope to continue to provide content every two weeks.  But this is a big change for me and my availability to be able to go and record others.  When working 28on X 28off… it affords you a lot of time off to go and do… plus a good income to support those activities.

In the future, the pay and time off will probably be less than working offshore which will force some changes and adjustments.

I will looking closely at recording phone conversations or online Teams / ZOOM video conferencing type software.

Not sure what the future holds… but  as Yogi Berra said “When you arrive at a fork in the road, take it”

Thanks for your support!

Trae

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Leon (Trae) Faught III - Safety SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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This is was my first attempt to interview Mr. Kelly Tooker… but due to technical difficulties (memory card was full)… it stopped only 20 minutes into the interview and we didn’t know it… we kept talking for more than an hour.

A lot of great content was lost but we did our best to reproduce the interview that you heard in “Ep019 - NMJC - Hobbs NM “

Even though this is a short episode, Mr. Kelly keeps us informed and entertained…

Hope you enjoy this BONUS Episode!

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Leon (Trae) Faught III - Safety SMS, NR-Paramedic and Host of Oilfield Talk podcast

Onshore & Offshore Oilfield Health, Safety, Environmental; Podcaster & Business Owner

For the last thirty years, I have worked in the international oil and gas industry specializing primarily in HSE Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.

Mobile#          225-999-5223    or    email    [email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/leon-faught-iii

www.OilfieldTalk.com

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Special Thanks to:

NMJC - New Mexico Junior College, Workforce Development - Oil & Gas

            https://www.nmjc.edu/community/workforce_development/oil_and_gas/

5317 N Lovington Hwy

Hobbs, New Mexico 88240

575.492.4710

Kelly Tooker – Director of Oil & Gas Technology, Workforce Development at NMJC

Don Harmon – Adjunct Instructor with NMJC O&G Technology Courses

Monica Cervantes – Adjunct Instructor with NMJC O&G Technology Courses

Courses offered at NMJC Workforce Development - Oil & Gas

Oil and Gas Training

Lease Pumper Training

BASIN UNITED

Building the Basin:  Fundamental Safety Orientation and Leadership Training

Introduction to The Oil and Gas Industry

Well Control - IADC Certified

Math 4 the Oilfield

Crude Oil Economics

Surface Separation/Production Equipment

Drone Training

Pump It Forward - Share in Success

Welcome to Oil and Gas Technology at New Mexico Junior College.  NMJC is a community college located in Hobbs, New Mexico.  Hobbs is the largest city in Lea County with a booming economy focused on the oil and gas industry.  NMJC has an Oil and Gas Training center with classrooms, equipment, and a dedicated staff to provide safe realistic hands-on oilfield training. 

New Mexico Junior College is located in the heart of Lea County's thriving oil and gas based economy.  Lea County is the largest part of the Permian Basin with the most active wells.  Our area expertise is world class!

These training programs are designed to promote YOUR success in the oil and gas industry. 

• Lease Pumper Training is a two week course designed to teach fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for entry level Lease Operators.  This course provides training in place of experience.  Mornings are spent in the classroom and afternoons are on location.

Registration is simple and can be easily be done on-line for all of these courses.  Just follow the registration link on each individual training page, create an account, place the class in the cart, checkout, and you are registered.