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Energy 101: We Ask The Dumb Questions So You Don't Have To

Energy 101: We Ask The Dumb Questions So You Don't Have To

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  • WTF is Wireline?

    WTF is Wireline?
    Aug 25 2025

    Wireline isn’t your average day job, it’s long shifts, high stakes, and a whole lot of grit. Massiel Diez pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like running wireline operations, from handling heavy-duty equipment to surviving brutal weather and the pressure of big jobs like fishing and perforating. She shares stories from the field that are equal parts intense and hilarious, while also opening up about carving out space as the only female wireline influencer in the industry. If you’ve ever wondered what keeps crews running when the hours stretch long and the challenges pile up, Massiel’s got the stories, lessons, and laughs to show you.

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    00:00 - Intro
    00:40 - What is a wireline job
    03:13 - Learning about wireline jobs
    05:37 - First experience running wireline
    09:46 - Understanding wireline technology
    14:00 - Overview of wireline tools
    20:24 - Wireline's role in E&P process
    22:04 - Wireline in fracking operations
    24:39 - Structure of a wireline crew
    25:46 - Fishing techniques in wireline
    30:50 - TLC and ThroughBit technologies
    39:40 - General inquiries about wireline
    40:40 - Career experiences in the oilfield
    44:10 - Life in the oilfield environment
    47:21 - Benefits of working in oilfield in 20s
    49:45 - Transitioning from fieldwork to office
    50:17 - Moving from office back to field
    51:08 - Female representation as a roughneck

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  • How Fracking Made Energy Affordable Again

    How Fracking Made Energy Affordable Again
    Aug 18 2025

    Fracking might sound complicated, but it’s basically a wild mix of science, engineering, and more than a few surprising stories. We sat down with Justin G. Hayes from FLOW Partners to talk through what fracking actually is, how sand and water make it work, and why it’s been such a game-changer for the energy industry. Along the way, we bust myths, wander into some hilarious tangents, and even get into the bizarre history of people trying everything from TNT to nuclear blasts to get oil and gas out of the ground. It’s part science lesson, part energy history, and part “wait, they really did that?”, all served up with plenty of laughs.

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    00:00 - Guest Intro
    00:40 - Fracking 101: Basics of Hydraulic Fracturing
    04:50 - Old School Fracking: Traditional Techniques
    09:35 - How Fracking Works: Process Explained
    10:46 - What is Fracking: Definition and Overview
    15:31 - What Comes Out of a Well: Production Insights
    18:35 - The Shale Revolution: Impact on Energy Industry
    23:29 - Marcellus Shale: Key Resource Overview
    26:20 - Pre-Shale Revolution vs Now: Energy Landscape Changes
    28:10 - LNG: How It Works and Shipping Duration
    35:55 - Importance of Energy Poverty: Global Implications
    37:01 - Obama and Energy Independence: Policy Discussion
    40:14 - Off Topic: Lighthearted Conversations
    45:38 - How Do You Spell Frack: Fun Language Moment
    49:08 - Sand: Role in Fracking Operations
    51:35 - Accumulators: Equipment in Fracking
    52:20 - Generator: Power Supply in Operations
    52:52 - Plugs: Function in Well Completion
    54:24 - Christmas Trees: Wellhead Equipment Explained
    56:34 - Wireline BOPs: Safety Equipment Overview
    57:18 - Wireline Unit: Equipment Functionality
    58:50 - E-line: Electrical Line Applications
    1:00:00 - Do You Feel Fracs: Sensations in Fracking
    1:00:49 - Outro: Closing Thoughts

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  • Large Language Models Explained

    Large Language Models Explained
    Aug 11 2025

    Large language models like ChatGPT are changing the game, and in this episode, we’re unpacking how they’re shaking up industries and everyday tasks. From predicting your next word to transforming how we search for information, these models are much more than just the next Google. We dive into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity are becoming essential in our daily lives, plus the energy side of things, think GPUs and the power needed to train these models. John Kalfayan, who’s been knee-deep in AI for years, breaks it all down with a mix of humor and insights, answering questions like how AI handles biases and what the future holds for this fast-evolving tech.

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    00:00 - Intro
    01:19 - What are LLMs (Large Language Models)
    04:06 - Difference Between LLMs and Google
    08:41 - Connection Between AI and Energy
    12:45 - Creating an Industry from Scratch
    17:47 - OpenAI's Separate Entities: ChatGPT vs DALL-E
    22:50 - RAG Models Explained
    26:25 - Understanding Fine-tuned Models
    28:45 - Exploring Niche GPTs
    32:54 - Fun Trivia about AI
    34:56 - AI Hallucinations Explained
    38:46 - Zero-shot Learning in AI
    40:37 - Understanding Parameters in Models
    41:46 - AI in Jeopardy: A Discussion
    43:28 - Reading Time for GPT-3
    45:48 - Would You Rather: GPT-3 or Codex
    48:35 - Would You Rather: AI Choices
    50:45 - Last Thoughts on AI
    52:40 - Wrapping Up the Podcast

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    54 mins
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