Conventionally Uncouth

Blake Mosley

Mud, wildcat wells, and a whole lot of oilfield chaos, Blake Mosley brings it all to life with the perfect mix of science and field stories. Reed gets him talking through everything from lime-based mud to modern hydraulic tricks, breaking down how drilling fluids actually keep wells under control and why the industry is never done evolving. Blake’s been in the thick of it for years, so every explanation comes with a story, a laugh, or a “you won’t believe what happened on this job” moment. It’s the kind of conversation that hits whether you’ve spent decades on rigs or you’re just curious about what really goes into punching a hole in the ground. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/CpddoY7] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/13ca36c7/transcript] 00:00 - Intro 02:08 - Blake Mosley Interview 07:12 - Understanding Drilling Mud 10:57 - What is Drilling Mud? 13:42 - Overbalance & Wellbore Stability 20:00 - Building a Filter Cake 26:11 - Hydrostatic Pressure Explained 29:45 - Blowout Prevention & Well Control 34:33 - Improving Drilling Performance with Data 40:07 - Mud Properties & Downhole Tools 49:09 - Daniel's North Dakota Project 51:08 - Challenges in the Oil & Gas Industry 56:55 - Exploring Sexy Brines 01:01:00 - Types of Drilling Mud 01:04:30 - Barite in Drilling 01:06:51 - Reduce, Recycle, Reuse in Drilling 01:09:29 - APHRODITE Technology 01:12:12 - Air Drilling Techniques 01:12:50 - Making Foam for Drilling 01:15:00 - Drilling Anywhere: Strategies 01:22:10 - Nighttime Cementing Operations 01:28:17 - Industry Changes Over 20 Years 01:32:18 - Unconventional Tech & Conventional Drilling 01:35:33 - Laying on Bottom in Drilling 01:37:09 - Stuck Pipe Issues 01:39:20 - Importance of Tally Books 01:45:36 - Professional Goals in Drilling 01:49:41 - Blake's Aspirations 01:56:09 - Sporting Clays Experience 01:56:35 - Crane Hunting Adventures 02:01:32 - Duck Hunting Insights 02:02:30 - Contacting Blake Mosley 02:03:10 - Closing Remarks https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Tadd Wallace

Reed sat down with Tadd Wallace, the guy steering the ship at C3 Oilfield Services, and let’s just say this one’s packed with real-deal oilfield wisdom. From breathing new life into old conventional wells to experimenting with hydrocarbon-based fluids, Tadd’s got a playbook that blends tradition with innovation. We got into the nitty-gritty of how veteran knowledge, shared data, and a little outside-the-box thinking can completely change the game when it comes to efficiency and production. It’s part war stories, part strategy session, and all about how the oil patch keeps evolving. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/PcT4kvy] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/4063b1c9/transcript] 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Importance of Conventional Wells 09:40 - Recovery Factors in Oil Production 11:00 - Conventional vs Unconventional Resources 14:15 - Data Sharing in Oilfield Operations 17:10 - Financial Challenges in the Shale Revolution 19:25 - Future of Natural Gas Industry 20:30 - AI Innovations in Oilfield Services 25:00 - C3 Oil Field Services Overview 31:21 - Managing Water Damage in Oilfields 38:07 - Understanding Clay Swelling Issues 39:14 - Variability of Clay Types in Drilling 44:08 - The Role of Prayer in Business 46:01 - Permeability in Shale Formations 50:58 - Understanding Miscibility in Oil Recovery 57:46 - Accessing Linde's Patents for Innovation 01:00:54 - Operating Strategies in the Oilfield 01:02:34 - Cost Management in Oil Business 01:05:10 - Learning from Practical Field Experience 01:09:45 - Data Sharing Enhancements 01:13:03 - Overcoming Machine Limitations 01:16:02 - Effective Sales Processes in Oilfield 01:17:51 - AI Applications in Sales Strategies 01:21:15 - Letting Work Speak for Itself 01:22:39 - Building a Service Company 01:25:39 - Rethinking Expert Hiring Practices 01:27:08 - Education Needs in Oilfield Industry 01:29:28 - Commoditization of Oilfield Services 01:32:02 - Addressing Aging Workforce Challenges 01:36:08 - Importance of Nuance in Operations 01:39:42 - Unique Characteristics of Each Well 01:40:45 - Profitability of Shale Wells 01:49:54 - Opportunities in Conventional Oil Space 01:52:55 - Negotiating in Conventional Oil Business 01:53:15 - The Cost of Freedom in Business 01:54:08 - Attracting the Right Investors 02:01:18 - Family Dynamics in Business Transactions 02:05:23 - Starting Your Own Business Advice 02:09:29 - Acknowledging Support Along the Journey 02:11:38 - Persistence in the Industry 02:12:27 - Early Collaboration Experiences 02:14:58 - How to Reach Out 02:17:20 - The Impact of Today's Actions 02:23:51 - Understanding Nepotism in Business 02:25:57 - Close Connections in Hiring Practices 02:28:13 - Joining Family Business Dynamics 02:28:54 - Humorous Anecdotes 02:30:40 - Wrapping Up the Discussion 02:36:44 - Embracing Challenges as Growth 02:38:05 - Building Confidence in Business 02:40:35 - Importance of Mentorship 02:47:53 - Outro 02:48:05 - Final Thoughts and Reflections 02:49:09 - Tad’s Childhood Insights 02:49:58 - Significance of Current Endeavors 02:50:22 - Matt’s Concluding Thoughts https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Yogashri Pradhan

What’s the difference between conventional and unconventional oil? Turns out, a lot and Yogashri Pradhan breaks it all down with clarity and charisma. From fracking to reservoir behavior to how the industry mindset is evolving, this convo is packed with firsthand insight. Yogashri brings real-world experience from IronLady Energy Advisors and makes sense of the tech, the data, and the human side of drilling. Whether you’re deep in the oil game or just energy-curious, this one’s got something for you. Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/HDCf1AT] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/bf6cf991/transcript] 00:00 - Intros 00:53 - Yoshi Pradhan’s Background in Energy 03:07 - College Education and Industry Insights 09:41 - Conventional vs Unconventional Reservoirs Explained 11:25 - Vertical vs Horizontal Recovery Techniques 17:28 - Production Side Strategies 21:11 - Downhole Tools Overview 22:53 - Innovations in Downhole Tool Technology 27:33 - Company Mindset: CapEx vs OpEx Analysis 31:08 - Cash Flow Optimization Strategies 32:41 - Profitability of Unconventional Resources 38:33 - Understanding Type Curves in Oil Production 43:49 - Napkin Math vs Real Engineering in Energy 50:11 - Importance of Perf Orientation in Wells 54:50 - Lessons from Unconventional Wells 57:40 - AI Optimization for Conventional Wells 01:01:10 - AI Trickle Down Effects in Energy 01:06:48 - Iron Lady Energy Consulting Insights 01:11:19 - Jake Corley's Alaska Experience 01:14:10 - Supporting Your Energy Goals 01:18:22 - Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs) 01:26:30 - Topics We Didn't Cover 01:26:50 - Teaching in Energy Sector 01:27:20 - Petroleum Fundamentals Explained 01:30:38 - Introduction to Energy Finance 01:32:49 - Essential Checklist for Energy Professionals 01:35:10 - Importance of Your MBA in Energy 01:35:51 - Understanding Payout Economics 01:41:05 - Water Disposal Challenges in Oil & Gas 01:44:26 - Addressing Orphan Wells Issues 01:48:40 - OUTRO https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Andy Claughton

Sat down with Andy Claughton in the ranch house at Savannah Ranch in Meyersville, Texas. I operate a well on this property, and the family is steeped in Oil and Gas! Thank you Andy for the time and the look inside a country boy’s brain on Leasing, Land, Minerals, Ranching, and growing up with a Geo for a dad! Click here to watch a video of this episode. [https://app.collide.io/content/Hac2BzK] Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/3b797374/transcript] 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Andy's Journey in Oil and Gas 05:10 - Trading Knowledge in the Oil Industry 08:52 - Risks of Small Interests in Oil 18:50 - Savannah Ranch #1 and Shaffer Wells Overview 20:17 - Understanding MINUS in Oil Terms 24:00 - Evolution of Land Work in Oil 27:00 - Industrial Espionage in Oil and Gas 29:10 - Explaining Oil and Gas to Kids 33:55 - Insights on Tuscaloosa Marine Shale 37:49 - Technology Development in Oil Industry 42:54 - The Best Boss in Oil and Gas 46:00 - The Journey of Oil and Gas Industry 49:00 - Working Interest vs Mineral Ownership 51:30 - Ensuring Fairness in Oil Deals 54:17 - Understanding Orphan Wells 57:44 - Risks in Purchasing Oil Wells 1:00:00 - Potential Comeback of Small Conventional Plays 1:05:25 - Andy's Dad's Latest Prospect 1:07:40 - Impact of AI in Oilfields 1:09:35 - Old School Wildcatters in Oil 1:13:50 - OSHA Regulations and Tragedies 1:20:10 - Bob Miner: A Key Figure 1:22:18 - Overview of Bakersfield, CA 1:24:51 - Insights on Cotulla, TX 1:28:15 - The Small World of Oil Connections 1:32:54 - Importance of Reputation in Oil Industry 1:34:10 - Are You Committed to Oil Industry? 1:36:11 - Early Career Days in Oil and Gas 1:39:20 - North Dakota Oil Boom Insights https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters

Chad Koury & Mike Jerner

Here is episode 2 of Conventionally Uncouth, where we sat down with Mike and Chad to talk conventionals, prospect generation, and a little BS. These two are slated to be regulars, helping take us all the way through a conventional prospect from a 2 AM color pencil session to oil in the tanks. Hope y'all enjoy! Watch the video here [https://app.collide.io/posts/conventionally-uncouth-ep-2-chad-koury-and-mike-jerner]. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io [http://collide.io/] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/156490c2/transcript] Click here to view the episode transcript. [https://share.transistor.fm/s/156490c2/transcript] 00:00 - Intro 02:12 - Guest Introduction 04:55 - Conventional vs Unconventional Reservoirs 10:36 - Chad's Motivations 18:03 - Testing Methodologies 21:50 - Drill Stem Test (DST) Process 23:50 - Sidewall Core Sampling 26:35 - Identifying Clues in Geology 29:30 - The Story Behind Each Well 34:20 - Current Company Initiatives 38:53 - US Conventional Oil Production Stats 40:50 - Shale vs Conventional Oil Production 44:28 - Role of Geologists in Exploration 48:50 - Idea Generation in Oil and Gas 51:40 - Importance of Geologists in Drilling 55:38 - Computers vs Logic in Decision Making 58:23 - Mud Motors in Drilling 01:03:28 - Light-hearted Joke 01:03:41 - Podcast Outro 01:05:37 - Future Podcast Plans 01:08:34 - Understanding Wildcatters 01:10:50 - AI Applications in Oil and Gas 01:15:10 - Job Opportunities in Oil and Gas 01:20:24 - Understanding Graben Structures 01:25:14 - Oil and Gas Production in Graben vs Horst 01:27:44 - Source Rock and Migration Pathways 01:29:34 - Fault-Fed Reservoirs Explained 01:35:10 - Future Trends in Oil and Gas Exploration 01:39:27 - Untapped Resources in Oil and Gas 01:41:19 - Exploring Shallow Gas Prospects 01:43:04 - Closing Remarks https://twitter.com/collide_io https://www.tiktok.com/@collide.io https://www.facebook.com/collide.io https://www.instagram.com/collide.io https://www.youtube.com/@collide_io https://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters