Épisodes

  • Sally Goodson, President, Goodson Energy Advisors | Ep 315

    Sally Goodson, President, Goodson Energy Advisors | Ep 315
    Sep 24 2025
    In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert speaks with Sally Goodson, President of Goodson Energy Associates, about her journey in the oil and gas industry, the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated field, and her book ‘Upstream Dream’. They discuss the importance of perseverance, mentorship, and the evolving landscape of […]
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    28 min
  • Building a Sustainable Energy Future with Dr. Susan Nash, AAPG | Ep 314

    Building a Sustainable Energy Future with Dr. Susan Nash, AAPG | Ep 314
    Sep 10 2025
    In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert interviews Dr. Susan Nash, Director of Innovation, Science, and Technology at the American Association of Petroleum Geologists. They discuss Dr. Nash’s journey in the energy sector, the challenges of energy poverty, the importance of education and training in energy access, and innovative solutions like […]
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    28 min
  • Mentorship, Innovation, and Energy Transition with Susan Howes | Ep 313

    Mentorship, Innovation, and Energy Transition with Susan Howes | Ep 313
    Sep 3 2025
    In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert interviews Susan Howes, President, SCA Subsurface Consultants Associates. They discuss Susan’s journey in the oil and gas industry, the intricacies of upstream operations, and the importance of reservoir engineering. The conversation also touches on the challenges and innovations in subsurface engineering, the role of […]
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    37 min
  • Bolting Solutions for Oil & Gas Innovation with Eric Junkers | Ep 312

    Bolting Solutions for Oil & Gas Innovation with Eric Junkers | Ep 312
    Aug 27 2025
    In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Eric Junkers, President, Hytorc, discussing the evolution and importance of bolting systems in the oil and gas industry. They explore the science behind bolting, the tools and technologies used, and Hytorc’s role in significant events like the Deepwater Horizon incident. Eric emphasizes the company’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and […]
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    36 min
  • Mr. Tak Ishikawa on the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries | Ep 311

    Mr. Tak Ishikawa on the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries | Ep 311
    Aug 20 2025
    In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert interviews Tak Ishikawa, President and CEO of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America (MIH). They discuss the company’s extensive history, its significant role in the energy sector with DOE investment, particularly in natural gas and carbon capture technology, and the future of energy in the context […]
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    29 min
  • Adsorption in action: The Science Driving CCUS with Matthew Stevenson | Ep 310

    Adsorption in action: The Science Driving CCUS with Matthew Stevenson | Ep 310
    Aug 13 2025
    In this episode, Elena Melchert interviews Matthew Stevenson, Chief Revenue Officer, Svante, about the advancements in carbon capture technology and its significance in addressing climate change. They discuss the different methods of carbon capture, particularly focusing on adsorption, and the role of industries like cement in carbon emissions. Matthew shares the evolution of Svante’s technology, […]
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    43 min
  • American production of oil and gas with Anne Bradbury | Ep 309

    American production of oil and gas with Anne Bradbury | Ep 309
    Aug 6 2025
    In this conversation, Elena Melchert interviews Anne Bradbury, President and CEO of AXPC, discussing the role of independent oil and gas producers in the U.S. energy landscape. The benefits of U.S. export of oil and gas, sound regulatory and permitting requirements and certainty especially as related to infrastructure. The discussion also highlights innovation within the […]
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    27 min
  • Elodie Morgan and Habib Al Khatib of SpotLight | Ep 308

    Elodie Morgan and Habib Al Khatib of SpotLight | Ep 308
    Jul 30 2025
    This conversation with Host, Elena Melchert, Elodie Morgan and Habib Al Khatib, explores innovative approaches in geophysics, particularly focusing on SpotLight technology that revolutionizes seismic imaging and subsurface monitoring. The guests discuss the philosophical underpinnings of monitoring, the journey of building SpotLight, and the challenges faced in the carbon capture and storage (CCS) sector. They […]
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    30 min