Pipeliners Podcast

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with Dave Norton of Hawk Consultants to mark the 50th anniversary of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.

The conversation explores the history and legacy of the project—from its groundbreaking construction and technological innovations to its enduring economic and environmental impact on Alaska. Norton also discusses the work of the Alaska Oil and Gas Historical Society in preserving industry history and reflects on the state's future, including potential developments like the Alaska gas line project.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat sits down with Jim Francis of ENTRUST Solutions Group to reflect on key insights from the recent AGA Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS) Workshop.

Their discussion explores how PSMS implementation has evolved across the industry—from broader organizational engagement and leadership integration to advancements in data use and performance measurement. The conversation also touches on emerging themes like management review practices, the growing role of AI in safety management, and the continued maturation of safety culture across pipeline operations.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Jim Curry of Babst Calland returns for an in-depth discussion on current and upcoming PHMSA rulemakings.

The conversation covers the agency's evolving focus on risk-based, technology-driven regulation — including the growing role of AI and advanced analytical tools — and what these changes mean for operators. Curry also provides insights into regulatory reform, repair criteria modernization, and how industry can engage proactively to shape durable, data-driven rules that improve safety and efficiency.

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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Osten Olorunsola of Aradel Holdings about the opportunities and challenges of building measurement capability at the national level in Nigeria.

The discussion explores the critical role of measurement in oil and gas operations, the regulatory landscape, and the impact of shifting from multinational operators to indigenous companies. Listeners gain insight into how Nigeria is working to standardize practices, close capability gaps, and strengthen its long-term energy infrastructure.

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Ben Gilman about the American Gas Association's GIS and Asset Records Management Committee.

The discussion explores the evolution of mapping and GIS in the utility industry, the committee's focus on improving accuracy and best practices, and the growing importance of integrating GIS with asset management and field operations.

The conversation highlights how these developments are shaping the future of records management, regulatory compliance, and damage prevention in pipeline and utility operations.

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast welcomes back Keith Coyle, now serving as Chief Counsel at PHMSA, to discuss his new role and the agency's current priorities.

The conversation highlights leadership changes within PHMSA, the administration's push for greater efficiency and impact, and the agency's updated approach to rulemaking, enforcement, and safety priorities. Listeners get a high-level view of how PHMSA is focusing its efforts to drive meaningful improvements in pipeline safety.

This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a discussion with Marissa Anderson of Magnolia River and Gary Choquette of PRCI about the Pipeline Open Data Standard (PODS) and the new SCADA Link module. The conversation explores how PODS provides a geospatial framework for managing pipeline data, the value of linking SCADA data to precise pipeline locations, and the broader implications for leak detection, hydraulic modeling, and asset management. The guests also highlight the importance of data standards and governance in advancing safety and efficiency across the pipeline industry.

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Clint Bodungen of ThreatGEN. The discussion focuses on the application of gamification and generative AI in professional training, specifically for enhancing cybersecurity and incident response exercises. The episode also explores a PHMSA-sponsored R&D project that is adapting these advanced technologies for the unique operational needs of the pipeline industry, highlighting the development of AI-driven, multiplayer training environments.

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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features pipeline consultant and former pipeline engineer with Phillips 66, Ed Hetsko, discussing the complexities of pipeline encroachment. The conversation defines what an encroachment is and explores the challenges that arise as urban areas expand around once-rural pipelines. Hetsko also explores the various methods and technologies used to manage these issues.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Rob Day of Cognisense to discuss AI Based Risk Washing in Training Delivery.

In this episode, Rob discusses his background, as well as the relatively new risk regarding pipeline training and AI.

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