Digital Doers

Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity. This episode features Mike Smith and Steve Burnaman from Nextier Energy, recorded live at NAPE Expo in Houston. Casey sits down with Mike and Steve to discuss their work as independent operators and consultants focused on unconventional oil and gas development. With experience spanning the Barnett Shale, international projects, and advisory work across multiple basins, they bring a practical perspective on evaluating, developing, and executing energy projects. The conversation covers how technology has advanced field operations, including real-time data monitoring, remote decision-making, and improved visibility into drilling and completions performance. They also break down how technical evaluation and economic modeling work together, emphasizing the importance of disciplined decision-making when assessing project viability. Additional topics include global unconventional opportunities, lessons learned from international consulting, infrastructure constraints in the Permian, and emerging trends such as alternative uses for stranded gas and increasing energy demand from new infrastructure. Michael “Mike” Smith, President & COONextier Energy Stephen “Steve” Burnaman, VP, Exploration and DevelopmentNextier Energy Casey ThamesHost, Digital Doers Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events

Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity. Jon Taylor, Co-Founder of Blue Hawk Energy Solutions, sits down with Casey Thames at NAPE Expo in Houston to discuss how operators can turn stranded, flared, or undervalued gas into a revenue-generating asset. The conversation focuses on applying digital and field-deployable solutions at the wellsite — from on-site power generation to supporting Bitcoin mining, data centers, and emerging AI compute — helping operators identify the most effective path based on their specific conditions. Rather than offering a single solution, the approach centers on evaluating each site in detail, including gas quality, infrastructure limitations, regulatory considerations, and long-term economics. From there, solutions are structured to maximize value while minimizing unnecessary capital investment. The discussion also covers what it takes to execute these projects in real operating environments — including timelines, deployment considerations, and the importance of upfront feasibility work to avoid issues in the field. Listeners will gain insight into:• Turning stranded and flared gas into usable power and revenue• Applying digital infrastructure at the wellsite• Evaluating project feasibility, timelines, and ROI• Managing gas quality and operational challenges• The growing role of compute, data centers, and AI in energy This is a practical, field-focused conversation on how digital solutions are being applied today to solve real operational and economic challenges in oil and gas. Jon TaylorCo-Founder, Blue Hawk Energy Solutions Casey ThamesHost, Digital Doers Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events

Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity. This conversation was recorded live from NAPE Expo in Houston and features Holden Nash and Roberto Smith from Boundary RSS speaking with host Casey Thames. Boundary RSS focuses on applying advanced subsurface data analytics to help operators evaluate exploration and development opportunities faster and with lower upfront cost. By combining open-source geophysical datasets with proprietary data processing and modeling techniques, their platform generates early subsurface profiles without the need for traditional field data collection. During the conversation, Holden and Roberto explain how satellite-derived datasets and geophysical information can be enhanced and modeled to create three-dimensional views of subsurface formations. Their approach allows companies to evaluate prospects and reservoir characteristics remotely, reducing the time and cost traditionally associated with seismic acquisition, surveys, and drilling programs. The discussion also highlights the platform’s ability to assist with methane and gas detection analysis, helping identify potential leak sources, environmental remediation opportunities, and orphan or unplugged wells through remote sensing and geophysical data interpretation. Beyond oil and gas exploration, the conversation touches on additional applications for the technology including geothermal energy development, environmental monitoring, and identifying critical mineral deposits needed for emerging energy technologies. Recorded on the floor of NAPE, the discussion reflects a broader shift in the energy industry toward practical digital tools that allow operators, geoscientists, and land teams to make faster, more informed decisions using advanced analytics and targeted artificial intelligence. Guest: Holden Nash, Founder and CEO of BoundaryRSSRoberto Smith, Co-Founder and COO of Boundary RSS.https://www.boundaryrss.com/team More from OGGN …Podcasts: https://oggn.com/podcasts LinkedIn: / oilandgasglobalnetwork Industry Events: https://oggn.com/events Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events

Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity. This conversation with Mike Sommers and host Casey Thames was recorded during a workforce celebration event in the Permian Basin and explores the role of the American oil and gas industry in powering the nation’s economy, workforce, and energy security. Mike Sommers, President and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute, discusses the scale of the industry’s impact across the United States, including the millions of jobs supported directly and indirectly by oil and natural gas production. The conversation highlights why the Permian Basin continues to serve as the operational backbone of American energy development and why workforce investment remains critical to the industry’s future. The discussion also touches on what API calls the “Demand Decade,” a period where global energy demand is expected to increase significantly as population growth, data centers, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure development require more reliable energy. As demand grows, the episode explores the importance of workforce development, industry standards, and the continued role of oil and natural gas in supporting global energy needs. Mike SommersAmerican Petroleum Institutehttps://www.api.org Casey ThamesOil and Gas Global NetworkHost, Digital Doers Brought to you on Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters herehttps://oggn.com/newsletters/ Visit the OGGN Merch store herehttps://oggn.com/merch-store/ Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more herehttps://oggn.com/oil-and-gas-podcast-advertising/ More from OGGN … Podcastshttps://oggn.com/podcasts/ Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events

Sponsored by Ericsson – Driving oil and gas forward with seamless connectivity. What happens when one of the world’s largest energy companies decides to treat digital reality not as a project, but as core enterprise infrastructure? In this episode, we sit down with ExxonMobil’s Michael and NavVis CRO Finn to unpack how ExxonMobil is building an enterprise-scale reality capture program that’s redefining how the industry manages facility data. From the concept of “Mean Time to Reality” to the organizational change required to make digital twins actually work, this conversation covers the technology, the strategy, and the cultural shifts driving the next generation of operational excellence in oil and gas. Finn Boysen – Chief Revenue Officer @ NavVishttps://www.linkedin.com/in/finn-boysen-6361351/ Michael Hotaling – Executive Advisor, Technology Scouting, and Innovation with Exxon Mobilhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljhotaling/ https://grafana.com Andrew Reynoldshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-reynolds-53610667/            Ivar Do Carmohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ivair-jr-40398aa4/ Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here.Visit the OGGN Merch store here.Curious about podcast advertising? Learn more here. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events