As AI and data centers drive unprecedented energy demand, where will the power come from?

In the 100th episode of the Oilfield 360 podcast, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen welcome back the show's very first guest, Jamie Stewart, president of EnQuest Energy Solutions.

Stewart shares how EnQuest evolved from a frac-equipment company into a growing player in natural gas power solutions, driven by the rising need for reliable energy infrastructure. The conversation explores distributed power, workforce challenges, industry relationships, and the opportunities created by the AI-driven energy boom.

00:00 Why Oil and Gas Matters

00:36 Podcast and Sponsors

01:59 Welcome and 100th Episode

02:39 How the Show Began

06:19 Introducing Jamie Stewart

07:55 EnQuest After COVID

09:29 EnQuest Business Overview

10:27 Power Generation Pivot

14:32 Data Centers Need Everything

17:14 How EnQuest Entered Power

19:51 Efficiency vs Demand

21:42 Hiring and Culture

23:44 Talent Shortage Reality

27:00 Why Join EnQuest Now

28:13 Natural Gas Frac Future

30:40 Engine Tech Explained

31:11 Natural Gas Fuel Savings

32:23 Going Fully Gas Powered

32:54 Safety Culture And Learning

34:04 Networking And Industry Events

36:15 Barbecue Competition Stories

40:24 Petroleum Museum Magic

41:27 EnQuest Future Vision

43:17 Life Outside EnQuest

45:27 Cooking And Grill Tales

47:45 Meeting Natalie And Giving Back

50:42 Parting Wisdom And Wrap

On this episode of the Oilfield 360 Podcast, recorded live from the #FossilFueled event in Houston, Texas, David de Roode and Victoria Beard Queen were joined by Beth McDonald, CEO of SM Energy.

In this conversation, Beth shares her journey from a young engineer in the field to leading a public company focused on disciplined growth, strategic M&A, and unlocking value in underappreciated basins.

We dig into what it really takes to create value in today’s energy market, from capital allocation and integration execution to building high-performing teams grounded in curiosity, hustle, and humility.

This is a conversation about leadership, discipline, and how great operators scale with intention.

00:00 Why Oil and Gas Matters

00:36 Podcast Mission and Sponsors

01:58 Live at Fossil Fueled Houston

02:51 Meet Beth McDonald

03:15 Roots and Geology Passion

04:16 Texas A&M and Giving Back

05:03 Early Career Lessons at Fina

08:46 From Hess to Pioneer Growth

10:06 Joining SM Energy Culture

11:54 Innovation and Basin Strategy

15:00 CITAs Merger Value Case

16:42 Integration Planning and Talent

17:33 Merger Momentum

18:55 Family Life Balance

20:55 Mentors Who Shaped Me

23:04 Why Energy CEO

24:09 Legacy and Leadership

25:12 Weekends Sports Outdoors

26:55 Roots and Space Inspiration

28:18 Closing Advice and Farewell

Building a modern energy platform takes more than capital: it takes vision, discipline, and the right team.

In this episode of Oilfield 360, host David de Roode and co-host Victoria Beard Queen sit down with Ryan Havens, CEO of Imperative Chemical Partners, to explore how strategic acquisitions, private equity partnerships, and a people-first culture transformed WadeCo Specialties into a leading energy services platform.

Ryan shares insights on:

• Building and scaling through M&A

• Leadership philosophy and servant leadership

• The critical role of production chemicals in modern oil & gas

• Improved Oil Recovery (IOR) technologies and maximizing well output

• Digital transformation, data, and AI in the field

• Industry consolidation and the push toward efficiency and cash flow discipline

As energy markets evolve, this conversation dives into how innovation, culture, and strategy are reshaping the future of oil and gas.