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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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  • The Real Reason Our Power Grid Keeps Failing

    The Real Reason Our Power Grid Keeps Failing
    Oct 13 2025

    AI and Bitcoin mining’s gotten a bad rap when it comes to power use, but what if it’s actually helping reshape the grid? We sat down with Haley Juarez from Pioneer Miner to unpack how mining, AI, and high-performance computing are shaking up energy demand and what that means for grids like ERCOT and MISO. From nuclear to hydrogen, vertical farming to smart thermostats, this conversation connects all the dots between tech, energy, and the way we power our lives. It’s a laid-back, surprisingly fun chat that makes sense of one of the most misunderstood corners of the energy world.

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    00:00 - Intro
    00:32 - What is the grid
    02:42 - How the grid operates
    06:51 - Bitcoin mining vs AI
    11:32 - Winter Storm Uri impact on ERCOT
    15:12 - Bitcoin mining energy consumption
    18:35 - High performance computing energy use
    19:44 - Quantum computing energy impact
    23:13 - Electricity and weather forecasting
    25:43 - Griddy energy pricing
    27:11 - Motion sensors in energy efficiency
    28:39 - Turning devices off and on
    29:11 - Japan's nuclear reactor shutdown
    30:24 - Need for more nuclear energy
    33:20 - Next generation nuclear technology
    37:40 - Data centers energy controversy
    43:50 - Future energy consumption trends
    46:09 - Fixing the grid issues
    47:15 - We’re all screwed

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  • WTF is Coring?

    WTF is Coring?
    Oct 6 2025

    Coring is one of those parts of energy that doesn’t get much spotlight but makes everything else possible. Courtney Rubin from Baker Hughes breaks it down in a way that’s easy to follow, showing how pulling rock samples tells us what’s really happening underground and why that matters for oil, gas, and even the future of energy. From wildcat wells to offshore rigs, she shares stories from the field, what actually happens to those cores once they’re out, and how new tech like AI is starting to change the process. It’s a mix of science, real-world experience, and plenty of “oh wow” moments you don’t usually hear about.

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    00:00 - Intro
    00:35 - What is Coring?
    02:16 - Courtney's Experience in the Field
    09:55 - Extracting Core Samples
    11:05 - Core Retrieval Process
    14:32 - Sponge Coring Techniques
    17:38 - Wireline Coring Explained
    20:01 - Offshore Coring Methods
    22:31 - Accuracy of Depth Tracking
    23:50 - Handling Core Jamming Issues
    27:40 - Sideways Coring Techniques
    30:49 - Utilizing Core Samples
    32:43 - Future Trends in Coring
    35:46 - Oilfield Culture Comparison by State
    42:45 - Industry Excitements
    44:00 - West Virginia's Hidden Gems
    49:56 - Understanding Core Samples
    51:01 - Salt Core Insights
    53:20 - Outro

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  • Why Oil Companies Are Always Short on Cash

    Why Oil Companies Are Always Short on Cash
    Sep 29 2025

    Philip Reed, better known as the "OFS Finance Guy," isn’t afraid to tell it like it is when it comes to money in the oilfield. Between explaining invoice factoring in plain English, sharing war stories about sketchy collections, and breaking down why AR headaches can make or break a company, he had us laughing and learning the whole way through. His path from Michigan to Texas is full of detours, lessons, and mustache-worthy moments that give a raw look at how OFS companies actually stay alive. We got into startups, Midland love-hate stories, and why finance in this industry is equal parts strategy and survival. It’s real talk with plenty of humor, just the way Energy 101 likes it.

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    00:00 - Intro
    00:51 - Phil's Role in OFS Financing
    02:35 - Phil's Journey into OFS Financing
    05:26 - Experience in Midland Oil Industry
    07:26 - Understanding Phil's Work Simplified
    08:40 - Invoice Factoring Explained
    10:10 - Operators' Dislike for Factoring
    12:18 - Working with Small vs. Large Companies
    15:30 - Industry Nightmares and Challenges
    18:32 - Entering the Oil and Gas Sector
    21:54 - Networking Strategies in the Industry
    23:55 - Tips for Newcomers in Oil and Gas
    29:14 - Success Through Failure in Business
    29:40 - Importance of Trade Shows
    31:53 - A Day in Phil's Life
    33:30 - Discussing Michigan Weather
    34:40 - Comparing Michigan and Texas
    37:44 - Collecting Cash in the Industry
    39:40 - Anticipations for Houston Events
    41:23 - Best Sushi Spots in Houston
    41:59 - Episode Wrap-Up

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    43 mins
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