Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts: From Marine Corps to CEO - Mike Yeager on Leadership, Risk, and Growth | Episode 3

Uncapped with Executive Roustaboust - David Bert on Deepwater Horizon, Haynesville, and the Future of LNG | Episode 5

In Episode 5 of Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts, Jon Krome sits down with longtime drilling and completions executive David Bert for a wide-ranging conversation on offshore operations, shale development, LNG, leadership, and the future of oil & gas. Dave reflects on his career journey from Mobil and Amoco to BP, Chesapeake, and Southwestern Energy, sharing stories from the North Sea, Thunder Horse, Haynesville, and some of the industry’s most technically challenging drilling environments. The conversation explores lessons learned from Deepwater Horizon, leadership in high-pressure operations, and why collaboration and communication matter more than ever in modern energy development. Jon and Dave also dive into the technologies shaping the future of drilling and completions, including AI, real-time operations centers, rotary steerable systems, managed pressure drilling, and the growing role of automation in engineering workflows. They discuss LNG demand growth, AI data centers competing for natural gas feedstock, the long-term outlook for Haynesville gas, and what the future may hold for the next generation of oil & gas professionals. Along the way, the episode mixes technical insight with stories from the field, practical jokes from the early Mobil days, thoughts on LANDMAN and Deepwater Horizon, and candid perspectives on what truly creates value inside an upstream organization.

Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts: Gary Birdwell on AI, Innovation, and the Future of Oil & Gas | Episode 4

In this episode of Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts, Jon Krome sits down with longtime technology and energy executive Gary Birdwell for a wide-ranging conversation on AI, innovation, and the future of oil and gas. Gary shares his journey from treasury and finance into technology leadership roles at Baker Hughes, Oracle, Noble Energy, and Chevron, offering a unique perspective on how business, operations, and technology intersect across the energy industry. Together, Jon and Gary explore how oil and gas has quietly remained one of the world’s most technologically advanced industries, from early geoscience computing to today’s rapid acceleration of AI and automation. They discuss where AI can create the most value, why operational systems matter more than back-office efficiency alone, and how companies should think about innovation, safety, and competitive advantage in a carbon-conscious world. The conversation also dives into leadership, career development, technology adoption cycles, and the importance of combining technical expertise with business understanding to build lasting impact in the industry. Whether you work in energy, technology, or operations, this episode offers an insightful look at where the industry is headed and the mindset needed to navigate what comes next.

Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts: From Marine Corps to CEO - Mike Yeager on Leadership, Risk, and Growth | Episode 3

In this episode, Jon Krome sits down with Mike Yeager, former CEO of BHP Billiton Petroleum and former ExxonMobil executive, for a candid conversation on leadership, career growth, shale development, LNG, regulation, and the future of the oil and gas industry. Mike shares lessons from his Marine Corps background, his 26-year career at ExxonMobil, global leadership across more than 20 countries, and the pressure of leading major projects when the stakes are high. From goats in first class to billion-dollar capital decisions, this episode captures the humor, grit, and perspective that only a career spent across the field, boardroom, and global energy stage can provide.

Uncapped With Executive Roustabouts: What the Best Oil Companies Never Forget, Dr. Jon Olson on Talent and Technology | Episode 2

In this episode of Uncapped With Executive Roustabouts, Jon Krome sits down with Dr. Jon Olson, former Petroleum Engineering Department Chair and Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, for a wide-ranging conversation on what the best oil companies never lose sight of: technical excellence, strong people, and long-term thinking. Drawing from decades in both industry and academia, Olson shares lessons from his time at Mobil, his 30-year career at UT Austin, and his experience developing the next generation of engineers. The conversation explores career advice for young professionals, the role of regulation, what truly defines “core work” in an oil and gas company, and how AI and automation are reshaping the industry. They also dive into the future of LNG, global energy dynamics, and the balance between efficiency, innovation, and long-term value creation. This is a candid and thoughtful discussion about leadership, technology, and why fundamentals still matter, even as the industry continues to evolve.

Uncapped With Executive Roustabouts - Ambition Isn't a Dirty Word: Rod Skaufel on Career, Culture, and Crude | Episode 1

In the first full episode of Uncapped with Executive Roustabouts, Jon Krome sits down with former colleague and longtime industry leader Rod Skaufel for a candid conversation on career growth, leadership, culture, shale development, safety, regulation, AI, and the future of oil and gas. Drawing on decades of experience across Mobil, Aera Energy, ExxonMobil, BHP Billiton, and Cobalt, Rod shares practical advice for younger professionals, including why ambition is not a dirty word, why excellence still matters, and how strong teams are built over time. Jon and Rod also revisit lessons from heavy oil and shale, discuss the challenges of remote work and mentorship, and explore how the industry is evolving through technology, automation, and changing workforce expectations. This episode sets the tone for what Uncapped is all about: honest, experience-based conversations with executives who have led through complexity and still have plenty to say.