The Crude Life Interview: Lindberg backs the Bakken

October 11, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Rob Lindberg, Bakken Backers Lindberg explains how the Bakken Backers are helping oil and gas companies in western North Dakota.  Lindberg also talks about his public speaking events where he and Kathy Neset perform Bakken informational sessions. Bakken Backers is a coalition of businesses, leaders, workers, and citizens who […]

$1.5M to upgrade water infrastructure in western ND

October 5, 2017 jasonspiess 0

The North Dakota delegation announced that three federal grants totaling over $1.5 million have been awarded to New England, Harvey, and New Town to maintain, rebuild, and upgrade their water infrastructure. “Growing up in small town in rural North Dakota showed me first-hand that when everyone works together, we can […]

Gov Burgum proclaims October Energy Awareness Month

October 4, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Governor Doug Burgum has proclaimed October Energy Awareness Month in North Dakota. This proclamation coincides with a national Energy Awareness campaign promoted by the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC). The IOGCC is a multi-state government agency, of which Burgum is a member. The IOGCC advocates for environmentally sound […]

Dakota Access donates $15M to NDDES

September 29, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Dakota Access Pipeline LLC has donated $15 million to the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services (DES) to help retire debt incurred by the state as a result of its response to the Dakota Access Pipeline protests, Gov. Doug Burgum announced today.   The donation, wired this afternoon to the […]

The Crude Life Interview: Farmers Union president on energy and ag

September 25, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Roger Johnson, president, National Farmers Union The National Farmers Union’s (NFU) continued their commitment to promoting American grown, renewable energy sources, NFU said recently in a press release.  President Roger Johnson joined the advisory board of New Energy America, a new organization created to promote clean energy jobs in […]

Building the Bakken Radio Episode 217: Ag working with energy, Davis Refinery and pipeline technology

September 25, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Energy Communities Interview: Geoff Simon, director, Western Dakota Energy Association Simon talks about the WDEA’s upcoming annual meeting, Nov 1 and 2, Dickinson, ND.  He previews speakers, topics and potential attendees. Current Energy Interview: Roger Johnson, president, National Farmer’s Union Johnson talks about his new position at the New Energy […]

Building the Bakken Radio Episode 214: Hurricane Harvey Impact Special

September 5, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Davis Refinery Update Interview: Dan Hedrington, principal, SEH Hedrington shares his thoughts on the team involved with building the Davis Refinery coming to Belfield, ND. He also opines on how the state of North Dakota’s government officials have been treating the project’s permit process. Hurricane Harvey Impact Interview: Justin Kringstad, […]

Special Interview with Geoff Simon on Hurricane Harvey’s Impact

September 1, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Special Hurricane Harvey Interview: Geoff Simon, executive director, Western Dakota Energy Association Simon gives an overview of the hiring demand in the Bakken and how Hurricane Harvey will impact the need for specialized workers. He also talks about their upcoming annual meeting in November 2017. The Western Dakota Energy Association […]

New jobs emerging in UAS and artificial intelligence

August 21, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Cindy Sanford, Job Service North Dakota Sanford explains how today’s youth understands using a smart phone but lacks desktop computer skills. She also describes how the median age for oil and gas jobs is around 30. Sanford talks about how skill sets are changing in the work place and […]

Setting the standard in energy facilities

August 21, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Edward Martinez, CEO, Zia Engineering and Environmental Consultants   Edward Martinez of Zia Environmental Engineers & Consultants talks about Meridian’s Davis Refinery and how it will be the first of its kind. Martinez discusses the control technology and how a Smart LDAR program will be used to monitor fugitive […]

Oil and gas updating technology in the field

August 15, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Anthony McDaniels, HEAL Systems McDaniels talks about how the technology and innovation gap needs to bridge together a bit more in oil and gas. He contends that too many companies are trying to use 20th Century technology in the 21st Century.

Davis Refinery showing groundbreaking technology, engineering

August 15, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Edward Martinez, CEO, Zia Environmental Engineers & Consultants Edward Martinez of Zia Environmental Engineers & Consultants talks about Meridian’s Davis Refinery and how it will be the first of its kind. Martinez discusses the control technology and how a Smart LDAR program will be used to monitor fugitive emissions […]

Yates compares the Bakken and New Mexico

August 7, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: John Yates Jr., president, ABO Empire Yates talks about the differences between the Bakken shale play and the ABO shale play in New Mexico. He also discusses how American oil and gas are entering into a new age.

Peckskamp, Young, talk making money in music

August 7, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interviews: Tom Peckskamp and Charlie Young, Moody River Band Peckskamp and Young talk about making money in the music business and perform live. A four piece ‘Charley Young Band’ becomes ‘the Moody River Band’ in March of 2009 after the addition of Tom Peckscamp as a second songwriter and third […]

Jonas balances being an online yogi-preneur

August 6, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Ashley Jonas, owner, SimplyAshes.com Jonas talks about how she went from living in her dream home and working the corporate job to shifting gears into being a being a yoga instructor and entrepreneur. She describes what her day looks like and how she has had to develop multiple revenue […]

CEO clears up PSC confusion

August 2, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group Prentice talks about a misunderstanding with the Public Service Commission permit and the Davis Refinery coming to Belfield, ND. He also explains how they are hosting public meetings to engage with the local residents about the refinery.

Bakken may experience a “short squeeze”

August 2, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Michael Filloon, Heart Streat LLC Filloon speculates whether the Bakken will enter into a short squeeze in the next few months. He also talks about the overall shale plays and how the Bakken will contribute and compete.

An update from the Bakken’s sweet spot, core

August 2, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Daniel Stenberg, McKenzie County Economic Development Stenberg runs down the latest information involving the community of Watford City, the Bakken and the county’s economy. Stenberg also talks about the school system and how housing has changed over the past 5 years.