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Tales from the Patch | The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly
Join Ryan, Jeff, and Lee for hilarious stories and insights from their days working in Frac. From catching blenders on fire, screening out, to surprise encounters on site, they share it all. With over 50 years of combined experience across completions, they provide an authentic look at life in the patch. You'll hear tales of persevering through brutal conditions, camaraderie between crews, and operators always finding humor even in the toughest of situations. Whether you work in the industry or just love a good story, you'll enjoy this laidback and personable chat. Told in the same way they'd talk to an old friend over beers, their contagious laughter and colorful personalities shine through. Stick around for key takeaways on improving work-life balance and what originally drew them to this lifestyle.
Our special guest is Ryan Bell, Jeff Cox
Ryan Bell and Jeff Cox bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the oil and gas industry. From tales of their time in the Texas panhandle to navigating the challenges of organizing the annual crawfish boil, these industry professionals share their insights on work-life balance and the highs and lows of life in oil gas. With their candid and down-to-earth approach, Ryan, Jeff, and Lee offer a unique perspective on the industry, making them relatable and credible voices for fellow professionals in oil and gas operations.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Setting the Stage
00:00:44 - The Annual Crawfish Boil
00:03:35 - Team Gathering and Preparation
00:06:03 - Logistics and Operations
00:09:33 - Preparing for the Big Day
00:10:30 - Team Collaboration and Enjoying Work
00:11:00 - Enjoying the Work and Economic Decisions
00:12:55 - Hiring and Team Dynamics
00:14:25 - Impacting Others and Positive Attitude
00:20:24 - The Lack of Effort in Modern Day Piracy
00:21:00 - The Art of Sailboat Piracy
00:21:40 - The Tom Selleck Mustache
00:22:16 - The Challenges of Field Work
00:29:28 - The Simplicity of Fluid Systems
00:30:37 - Blender Mishap
00:33:35 - Pond Leak
00:35:46 - Blender Fire
00:37:27 - Unique Field Stories
00:39:57 - The Dirty Guy
00:40:36 - Working Conditions in the Oil Industry
00:41:32 - Unconventional Work Attire
00:44:06 - Adapting to Extreme Weather
00:45:59 - Challenges of New Hires
00:50:19 - Future Episodes and Wrap-up
00:50:43 - Getting Prepared for Dinner and Bedtime
00:50:54 - Connect with the Guests on LinkedIn
Learn more about us
👇Website: https://www.coldboretechnology.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldboretech/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdBoreTech/https://www.linkedin.com/company/cold-bore-technology/mycompany/
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By Cold Bore TechnologyJoin Ryan, Jeff, and Lee for hilarious stories and insights from their days working in Frac. From catching blenders on fire, screening out, to surprise encounters on site, they share it all. With over 50 years of combined experience across completions, they provide an authentic look at life in the patch. You'll hear tales of persevering through brutal conditions, camaraderie between crews, and operators always finding humor even in the toughest of situations. Whether you work in the industry or just love a good story, you'll enjoy this laidback and personable chat. Told in the same way they'd talk to an old friend over beers, their contagious laughter and colorful personalities shine through. Stick around for key takeaways on improving work-life balance and what originally drew them to this lifestyle.
Our special guest is Ryan Bell, Jeff Cox
Ryan Bell and Jeff Cox bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the oil and gas industry. From tales of their time in the Texas panhandle to navigating the challenges of organizing the annual crawfish boil, these industry professionals share their insights on work-life balance and the highs and lows of life in oil gas. With their candid and down-to-earth approach, Ryan, Jeff, and Lee offer a unique perspective on the industry, making them relatable and credible voices for fellow professionals in oil and gas operations.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Setting the Stage
00:00:44 - The Annual Crawfish Boil
00:03:35 - Team Gathering and Preparation
00:06:03 - Logistics and Operations
00:09:33 - Preparing for the Big Day
00:10:30 - Team Collaboration and Enjoying Work
00:11:00 - Enjoying the Work and Economic Decisions
00:12:55 - Hiring and Team Dynamics
00:14:25 - Impacting Others and Positive Attitude
00:20:24 - The Lack of Effort in Modern Day Piracy
00:21:00 - The Art of Sailboat Piracy
00:21:40 - The Tom Selleck Mustache
00:22:16 - The Challenges of Field Work
00:29:28 - The Simplicity of Fluid Systems
00:30:37 - Blender Mishap
00:33:35 - Pond Leak
00:35:46 - Blender Fire
00:37:27 - Unique Field Stories
00:39:57 - The Dirty Guy
00:40:36 - Working Conditions in the Oil Industry
00:41:32 - Unconventional Work Attire
00:44:06 - Adapting to Extreme Weather
00:45:59 - Challenges of New Hires
00:50:19 - Future Episodes and Wrap-up
00:50:43 - Getting Prepared for Dinner and Bedtime
00:50:54 - Connect with the Guests on LinkedIn
Learn more about us
👇Website: https://www.coldboretechnology.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldboretech/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdBoreTech/https://www.linkedin.com/company/cold-bore-technology/mycompany/