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At AIQ’s Media Day in Abu Dhabi, Josh Lowrey sits down with Dennis Jol, the Chief Executive Officer of AIQ, to talk about applied AI, agentic workflows, and how the company is expanding from its work with ADNOC into global markets.

They discuss how AIQ is tackling complex energy challenges, navigating sovereign data and cybersecurity requirements, expanding into North America, and building Genesis, its AI-native operating system for enterprise agents.

Sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas.

00:00 Welcome to Abu Dhabi

01:45 UAE Business Mindset

03:57 Inside AIQ Media Day

04:34 AIQ Origin Story

05:54 Where AIQ Fits in AI

09:54 Scaling AIQ Globally

10:19 Trust and Data Sovereignty

11:34 Applied AI Value Creation

16:00 North America Expansion

20:33 Genesis AI Operating System

24:32 ADIPEC Soirée Preview

27:10 ADIPEC Plans and Wrap

 The energy industry is evolving, and technology is changing how natural gas operations keep up.

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey welcomes Eric Fierson, Emissions Manager at Caterpillar Oil & Gas, to discuss how emissions regulations shape oil and gas operations, how AI is supporting regulatory research, and the growing role of natural gas compression.

Eric also explores rising demand from data centers and G3600 technology updates that can reduce methane exhaust emissions by up to 40% through retrofit options.

00:00 Podcast Welcome

00:14 Meet Eric Fierson

02:13 Eric Career Origins

03:47 Why Cat Culture Works

07:54 Emissions Team Scope

09:22 Emissions Rules Explained

12:58 AI And Customer Insights

17:28 Compression Basics

18:40 Data Centers Drive Demand

20:32 Cross Division Collaboration

23:05 Conferences vs Lobbying

24:45 Regulations Drive Innovation

27:03 Testing for Reliability

28:09 Methane Cut Breakthrough

30:20 More Than Methane

31:16 From Motorcycles to Engines

32:32 Product Strategy Role

35:41 Closing Question Confidence

36:12 University Partnerships Pipeline

37:21 Arizona Rivalry Banter

39:20 Staying Ahead of Rules

40:18 EWTC and Industry Training

42:33 Podcast Wrap and Thanks

Electric frac is reshaping how operators approach power and efficiency.

Host Josh Lowrey welcomes Kasey Hohl of Evolution Well Services to discuss the rise of electric frac, Evolution’s integrated eFrac systems, and how field gas and power generation can deliver fuel savings and operational flexibility.

Kasey also shares insights on Evolution’s PRISM culture and the growing role of engineering, automation, and AI in the field.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:09 Studio Setup and Podcast Habits

02:48 Tech Adoption and Plaud Notes

04:55 Casey Background and Education

06:52 Pioneer to Evolution Story

08:37 Early eFrac Skepticism

10:22 Evolution Culture and Offices

12:37 Why Operators Choose eFrac

14:26 Integration and Customer Demands

18:19 Field Gas and New Partnerships

20:28 Winning Partner Trust

21:02 Long Term Value

23:34 Evolve Beyond Fixes

26:39 PRISM Culture Model

29:46 Customer Success Bridge

34:29 Challenge The Organization

36:15 AI And Data Centers

39:01 Podcast Reach Story

41:34 Supply Chain Spotlight

42:43 Wrap Up And Links

Capturing CO2 is only half the challenge.

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Paul Dunn, Chief Engineer, Low Carbon Solutions at Caterpillar, to explore the technology, economics, and future of carbon capture.

Dunn explains Caterpillar’s thermal swing adsorption approach, compares it with other capture technologies, and revisits a 2019 field demonstration. 

He also discusses 45Q tax credits, carbon monetization in Canada, demand from AI data centers, and a Solar Turbines technique that doubles CO2 concentration while cutting exhaust flow in half.

00:00 Podcast Welcome

00:12 Meet Paul Dunn

01:05 Rhode Island Vs Houston

03:07 Paul’s Engineering Path

06:06 Carbon Capture Options

08:41 Thermal Swing Breakthrough

11:56 Prototype And Acquisition

13:39 Caterpillar Business Model

16:08 Carbon Capture In 2026

17:25 CO2 EOR Explained

20:18 Books And Practicalities

21:32 Where Will CO2 Go

23:06 45Q Credit Gets Real

24:11 Bipartisan Support for CCS

25:35 Canada and Paris Monetization

27:16 From Theory to Deployment

30:23 AI Data Centers Demand Power

33:44 Biggest Barrier: Storage Sites

36:12 Caterpillar Approach Thermal TSA

37:06 Gas Turbine CO2 Concentration Trick

41:01 Scaling Inside Caterpillar

44:53 Wrap Up and Where to Find Them

What separates a good event from a day attendees will never forget?

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Mark Immekus, President of Events at Upright Digital, to discuss his journey through oil and gas, media and the evolution of O&G industry events.

Mark shares how he helped grow the DUG conferences, navigated industry downturns and COVID-19, launched the Thrive Energy Conference, and how he has built memorable experiences by focusing on customer experience, attention to detail, and long-term relationships.

00:00 Podcast Returns

00:43 Meet Mark Immekus

02:10 Why Mark Matters

03:36 Handball to Houston

09:21 Breaking Into Events

11:55 Crisis and Hart Energy

13:58 Building DUG Powerhouse

20:30 Deals Made on Show Floor

23:10 COVID and New Chapter

32:15 Launching Thrive Blueprint

34:30 Building Thrive Fast

35:11 Why Its Called Thrive

37:05 Thrive 2021 Breakthrough

39:55 DEP Barbecue Takes Off

40:50 Ranch Chaos And Rainout

43:42 Camaraderie Over Trade Shows

44:58 Exclusive No Soliciting Rules

47:59 Caterpillar Booth Strategy

50:58 Obsessing Over Details

54:55 Team Culture And Praise

57:51 Post Event Self Critique

01:00:39 Bands Riders And Wrap Up

What does it take to find the leaders shaping the future of energy?

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Stephen Preng, Consultant and Practice Leader of Global Energy Services at Preng & Associates, to discuss executive search, talent strategy, and the future of leadership in the energy industry.

Preng shares how Preng & Associates has built its reputation through deep industry expertise, retained executive search, and a rigorous evaluation process. He also explores leadership trends across oil and gas and power, the impact of AI-driven energy demand, the "great crew change," and the qualities that define exceptional leaders in today's evolving energy landscape

00:00 Podcast Welcome

01:11 Preng Global Reach

03:34 Not Just Recruiters

06:57 Stephen’s Career Path

09:37 Why Companies Outsource

10:49 Networking at Conferences

13:05 Research Team Insights

16:18 Hottest Talent Markets

17:49 Great Crew Change Debate

20:43 Assessments and Culture Fit

27:09 AI in Executive Search

30:01 Defining Great Leaders

30:46 Servant Leadership Traits

31:48 Leadership In Different Markets

32:45 Books And Influence Lessons

35:05 Transferable Success Debate

37:04 Culture Clash In Energy

40:33 AI And Power Shift

43:46 Leaders Who Inspire

52:07 Preng Firm Differentiators

54:44 Favorite Placement Story

59:03 Wrap Up And Where To Find

How can companies stay resilient in the age of AI?

On this episode of the Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, Josh Lowrey sits down with Richard Rodriguez, Founder & CEO of ClearSync Solutions, to discuss cyber resilience, AI governance, cloud strategy, and the growing demand for data centers.

They also explore why many data center projects fail and how AI can help organizations make faster, smarter decisions.

00:00 Welcome and Sponsor Intro

00:28 Studio Banter and Watch on YouTube

03:04 Why Richard Matters

04:14 NOV Days and Early Career

07:40 Acquisitions Spark Tech Shift

10:08 Rubicon Oilfield Rocket Ship

13:35 ClearSync Launch After COVID

14:35 Cybersecurity Rescue Story

16:55 What ClearSync Actually Does

25:08 Cyber Resilience Explained

25:49 AI Adoption and Governance

28:07 Cloud Costs and Strategy

31:34 Convergence Moment in Energy

32:45 AI and Peptides Banter

33:34 Data Center Build Blueprint

35:21 From Land to Cooling

39:41 GPUs and Supply Reality

41:33 Is AI a Bubble

43:36 AI Agents for Operations

49:09 Bridging Business and IT

53:38 Governance and Data Readiness

56:37 Wrap Up and Where to Find

What does it take to rebuild and reposition an oilfield services company in one of the industry’s most challenging markets?

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Marshall Dodson, President and CEO of Key Energy Services, to discuss the company’s transformation, strategic focus, and vision for the future.

Dodson shares how Key Energy is returning to its core strengths, navigating industry cycles, leveraging technology to improve safety and preserve institutional knowledge, and building a culture focused on excellence, authenticity, and long-term value creation.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:22 Authentic Leadership

02:55 Work Ethic and Loyalty

05:03 What Key Energy Does

07:11 Focus on Being the Best

10:15 Cycles and Survival

14:14 Violence of the Market

16:43 Early Signs of an Uptick

18:44 Recovering More From Wells

21:49 Boots on the Ground CEO

23:48 Meeting Employees in Midland

25:15 Mystery Shopping Hiring

26:26 Safety Tech Not Big Brother

27:43 Cameras Deliver Results

30:08 Future of Well Servicing

33:33 AI Demand and Energy

35:51 AI Bubble Economics

39:06 Ask Bob Safety AI

42:49 Automation Versus Economics

43:58 Culture and Career Reps

49:39 Wrap Up and Farewell

Can America Meet the Energy Demand Surge?

In this episode of The Energy Pipeline Podcast, sponsored by Cat Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Molly Determan and Tim Tarpley, Presidents at EWTC, to discuss how AI, data centers, and industrial growth are reshaping energy demand.

The conversation covers energy infrastructure, permitting reform, workforce evolution, energy security, and what it will take to power the next generation of growth.

Tune in for an insightful look at one of the biggest challenges facing the energy industry today.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

02:02 Understanding EWTC Organization

05:35 Advocacy and Lobbying Efforts

07:49 DC Fly-Ins Experience

10:40 Personal Stories Matter

13:16 EWTC's Industry Impact

17:23 Collaboration and Committee Work

19:49 COVID Response and Support

20:44 Tariffs and Current Challenges

21:44 Venezuela Market Opportunities

23:38 State of Energy Workforce

25:30 AI and Data Centers

27:18 Energy Demand and AI

27:51 The 100 Gigawatt Challenge

29:05 Balancing Focus and Awareness

30:11 Permitting Reform Explained

30:59 Pipeline Capacity Constraints

31:53 State Level Barriers

33:11 New York NIMBYism Story

35:27 Shifting Energy Security Mindset

36:22 Value of EWTC Membership

38:36 Digital Workforce Evolution

40:52 EWTC Events Overview

41:44 Committee Events and Conferences

44:20 June 17th Energy Forum

45:49 Leadership Forums and Networking

47:29 Exciting Times in Energy

48:07 Reflecting on COVID Era

49:27 Consistency and Legacy

51:50 Closing Remarks

What does it take to run a 100% natural gas-powered frac fleet?

On The Energy Pipeline, sponsored by Caterpillar Oil & Gas, host Josh Lowrey sits down with Dallas McCauley, VP of Canadian Operations, and Nathan Getschel, Director of Asset Management and Manufacturing at Step Energy Services, to discuss the deployment of Caterpillar’s NGX gas management solution and the shift toward natural gas-powered frac operations.

They explore diesel displacement, equipment logistics, reliability, and the real-world challenges of executing new technology in the field.

00:00 Podcast Welcome

00:20 Meet The Guests

01:56 Calgary Plus 15

04:21 Asset Management Role

06:00 Sponsor And Setup

07:56 NGX Overview

10:50 Power Density Logistics

14:15 Data Monitoring Automation

15:46 Step Growth Merger

17:11 Canada Market Outlook

18:13 Calgary Energy Revival

19:10 AI Peptides Data Centers

19:54 Natural Gas Powers Growth

20:46 Being First With Tech

23:22 Field Pride And Culture

29:11 What Customers Value

31:00 Gas Ops Misconceptions

34:47 Defining Success And Wrap