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  • Yogashri Pradhan

    Yogashri Pradhan
    Aug 4 2025

    What’s the difference between conventional and unconventional oil? Turns out, a lot and Yogashri Pradhan breaks it all down with clarity and charisma. From fracking to reservoir behavior to how the industry mindset is evolving, this convo is packed with firsthand insight. Yogashri brings real-world experience from IronLady Energy Advisors and makes sense of the tech, the data, and the human side of drilling. Whether you’re deep in the oil game or just energy-curious, this one’s got something for you.

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    00:00 - Intros
    00:53 - Yoshi Pradhan’s Background in Energy
    03:07 - College Education and Industry Insights
    09:41 - Conventional vs Unconventional Reservoirs Explained
    11:25 - Vertical vs Horizontal Recovery Techniques
    17:28 - Production Side Strategies
    21:11 - Downhole Tools Overview
    22:53 - Innovations in Downhole Tool Technology
    27:33 - Company Mindset: CapEx vs OpEx Analysis
    31:08 - Cash Flow Optimization Strategies
    32:41 - Profitability of Unconventional Resources
    38:33 - Understanding Type Curves in Oil Production
    43:49 - Napkin Math vs Real Engineering in Energy
    50:11 - Importance of Perf Orientation in Wells
    54:50 - Lessons from Unconventional Wells
    57:40 - AI Optimization for Conventional Wells
    01:01:10 - AI Trickle Down Effects in Energy
    01:06:48 - Iron Lady Energy Consulting Insights
    01:11:19 - Jake Corley's Alaska Experience
    01:14:10 - Supporting Your Energy Goals
    01:18:22 - Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs)
    01:26:30 - Topics We Didn't Cover
    01:26:50 - Teaching in Energy Sector
    01:27:20 - Petroleum Fundamentals Explained
    01:30:38 - Introduction to Energy Finance
    01:32:49 - Essential Checklist for Energy Professionals
    01:35:10 - Importance of Your MBA in Energy
    01:35:51 - Understanding Payout Economics
    01:41:05 - Water Disposal Challenges in Oil & Gas
    01:44:26 - Addressing Orphan Wells Issues
    01:48:40 - OUTRO

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  • Andy Claughton

    Andy Claughton
    Jul 25 2025

    Sat down with Andy Claughton in the ranch house at Savannah Ranch in Meyersville, Texas. I operate a well on this property, and the family is steeped in Oil and Gas! Thank you Andy for the time and the look inside a country boy’s brain on Leasing, Land, Minerals, Ranching, and growing up with a Geo for a dad!

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    00:00 - Intro
    00:50 - Andy's Journey in Oil and Gas
    05:10 - Trading Knowledge in the Oil Industry
    08:52 - Risks of Small Interests in Oil
    18:50 - Savannah Ranch #1 and Shaffer Wells Overview
    20:17 - Understanding MINUS in Oil Terms
    24:00 - Evolution of Land Work in Oil
    27:00 - Industrial Espionage in Oil and Gas
    29:10 - Explaining Oil and Gas to Kids
    33:55 - Insights on Tuscaloosa Marine Shale
    37:49 - Technology Development in Oil Industry
    42:54 - The Best Boss in Oil and Gas
    46:00 - The Journey of Oil and Gas Industry
    49:00 - Working Interest vs Mineral Ownership
    51:30 - Ensuring Fairness in Oil Deals
    54:17 - Understanding Orphan Wells
    57:44 - Risks in Purchasing Oil Wells
    1:00:00 - Potential Comeback of Small Conventional Plays
    1:05:25 - Andy's Dad's Latest Prospect
    1:07:40 - Impact of AI in Oilfields
    1:09:35 - Old School Wildcatters in Oil
    1:13:50 - OSHA Regulations and Tragedies
    1:20:10 - Bob Miner: A Key Figure
    1:22:18 - Overview of Bakersfield, CA
    1:24:51 - Insights on Cotulla, TX
    1:28:15 - The Small World of Oil Connections
    1:32:54 - Importance of Reputation in Oil Industry
    1:34:10 - Are You Committed to Oil Industry?
    1:36:11 - Early Career Days in Oil and Gas
    1:39:20 - North Dakota Oil Boom Insights

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    1 h et 44 min
  • Chad Koury & Mike Jerner

    Chad Koury & Mike Jerner
    Jul 17 2025

    Here is episode 2 of Conventionally Uncouth, where we sat down with Mike and Chad to talk conventionals, prospect generation, and a little BS. These two are slated to be regulars, helping take us all the way through a conventional prospect from a 2 AM color pencil session to oil in the tanks. Hope y'all enjoy!

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    00:00 - Intro
    02:12 - Guest Introduction
    04:55 - Conventional vs Unconventional Reservoirs
    10:36 - Chad's Motivations
    18:03 - Testing Methodologies
    21:50 - Drill Stem Test (DST) Process
    23:50 - Sidewall Core Sampling
    26:35 - Identifying Clues in Geology
    29:30 - The Story Behind Each Well
    34:20 - Current Company Initiatives
    38:53 - US Conventional Oil Production Stats
    40:50 - Shale vs Conventional Oil Production
    44:28 - Role of Geologists in Exploration
    48:50 - Idea Generation in Oil and Gas
    51:40 - Importance of Geologists in Drilling
    55:38 - Computers vs Logic in Decision Making
    58:23 - Mud Motors in Drilling
    01:03:28 - Light-hearted Joke
    01:03:41 - Podcast Outro
    01:05:37 - Future Podcast Plans
    01:08:34 - Understanding Wildcatters
    01:10:50 - AI Applications in Oil and Gas
    01:15:10 - Job Opportunities in Oil and Gas
    01:20:24 - Understanding Graben Structures
    01:25:14 - Oil and Gas Production in Graben vs Horst
    01:27:44 - Source Rock and Migration Pathways
    01:29:34 - Fault-Fed Reservoirs Explained
    01:35:10 - Future Trends in Oil and Gas Exploration
    01:39:27 - Untapped Resources in Oil and Gas
    01:41:19 - Exploring Shallow Gas Prospects
    01:43:04 - Closing Remarks

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  • Introducing Conventionally Uncouth - Stories From The Patch

    Introducing Conventionally Uncouth - Stories From The Patch
    Jul 17 2025

    We’re sitting down with Troy Tittlemeier as he breaks down why dolomite's still driving big convos underground, how hydrogen might flip the future of energy, and what happens when your transfer pump craps out with 500 barrels of dirty water heading your way. Behind every wellhead, every flare, and every busted pump…there’s a story nobody’s told yet. Welcome to Conventionally Uncouth.

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    00:00 - Intro
    01:27 - Troy’s Background in Oil and Gas
    07:39 - Reidpalooza Event Overview
    11:15 - Conventional Oil & Gas Insights
    19:04 - Importance of Field Experience
    20:55 - Risk Tolerance in Oil and Gas
    23:54 - Knowledge Loss in the Industry
    25:48 - Significance of Conventional Energy
    28:09 - Future of Conventional Energy
    32:55 - Technological Advances in Conventional Oil
    34:55 - Advancements in 3D Seismic Technology
    37:18 - The Role of Rocks in Oil Production
    39:13 - Understanding Dolomite
    41:10 - Process of Dolomitization
    43:35 - Dolomite's Role in Hydrocarbon Conversion
    48:31 - Insights on Serpentinization
    52:40 - Ongoing Oil Generation in the Earth
    55:19 - Activity in the Permian Basin
    57:17 - Oil and Gas Humor
    01:00:57 - Embracing Challenges in the Industry
    01:03:36 - Tokenization of Oil Production
    01:09:15 - Well Spacing Considerations
    01:12:54 - Hydraulic Fracturing Techniques
    01:15:50 - Key Missed Topics in Oil Discussion
    01:19:24 - Wildcatter Challenges
    01:23:33 - Drilling Well Costs Explained
    01:25:50 - Vertical vs Horizontal Wells Analysis
    01:27:04 - Cost-Effectiveness of 3D Seismic
    01:28:47 - Securing Farmouts from Supermajors
    01:29:20 - Behind Pipe Operations Explained
    01:30:48 - Matt’s Whiskey Experience
    01:33:42 - Conventional vs Unconventional Oil
    01:40:18 - Exploring for Conventional Reservoirs
    01:47:19 - Gasoline Production in Crisis
    01:51:24 - Water Sample Update in Oil Production
    01:54:50 - Navigating Government Bureaucracy
    01:56:30 - Challenges with Orphan Wells
    01:57:35 - Sign Off and Conclusion

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