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Energy Crue
by JP Warren
Welcome to 'Energy Crüe', the podcast that dives deep into the heart of industry innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. I'm your host, JP Warren, and each episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the passions and motivations that fuel industry leaders as well as industry trends. We're not just talking business here; we're exploring the personal drives, the triumphs, and the challenges that shape today's pioneers.
Episodes
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Powering the AI Boom: Natural Gas, Water, and the Real Resource Squeeze
Send us Fan Mail What happens when the virtual world of artificial intelligence collides with the physical limits of our resource grid? In this exclusive episode, we go inside a closed-door operator roundtable in Houston to break down the massive power and water crunch driven by hyperscale data...
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From the Table: Leveraging Emerging Technology to Increase Profitability
Send us Fan Mail Leveraging Emerging Technology to Increase Profitability What happens when you put a group of seasoned oilfield operators in a room and ask them how they actually feel about the Generative AI revolution? In this exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at a recent Crue Club roundtable...
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From the Table: Revisiting The Drilling Clock
Send us Fan Mail Drilling a well used to take 30 to 40 days. Now it's 7 to 10. This episode breaks down what actually got us there — straight from the room where it was discussed. We're pulling from a closed-door Crüe Club operator roundtable — no PR spin, no corporate polish. Just senior…
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From the Table: The Hinge of Leadership: Mentorship, Culture, and Managing Up
Send us Fan Mail We break down why technical excellence can fail the moment it becomes people leadership, and what rig culture looks like when trust and accountability replace old-school yelling. We share practical ways to motivate different personalities, stop repeating problems, and communicate...
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From the Table: How the O&G industry will look in 2040
Send us Fan Mail We debrief a closed-door operator roundtable on what the oilfield might look like by 2040, from extreme drilling precision to the hard physics that cap “faster and cheaper” promises. We wrestle with public perception, grid reliability, and the real role of AI when mistakes can…
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From the Table: Infield Wet Sand: A Story of Problem Solving
Send us Fan Mail In this 2024 Crue Club Operator Roundtable debrief, we break down how an operator gets squeezed by frac sand consolidation and responds by vertically integrating with an in-field wet sand mine to regain cost control. We also unpack the messy field reality, the chemistry traps of...
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From the Table: Challenges in Forecasting a Development Program in Volatile Activity Environments
Send us Fan Mail We pull back the curtain on a closed-door operator roundtable to show why oil and gas forecasting keeps breaking when the field fights the model. We track how water, power costs, private equity demands, service chain whiplash, and methane rules reshape what “good planning” even...
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From the Table: Extended Laterals
Send us Fan Mail We share a raw operator roundtable on extreme extended laterals and the real reasons teams keep pushing beyond three-mile horizontals. We break down the physics, the economics, and the hard calls engineers make when the toolstring, the frac, or the surface plant becomes the...
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Quarterly Industry Pulse: Insights from Crue Club Operator Roundtables
Send us Fan Mail The upstream oil and gas business just stopped being a speedrun. We start with a simple image that turns into the defining truth of the moment: trying to push steel through rock at extreme distances is hard enough, but doing it under tight capital and brutal downtime penalties...
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No Car, No Excuses, the Gen Z Grind with Connor Kraus
Send us Fan Mail We share how a 26-year-old quit a safe job, chose Houston without a car, and built traction through volunteering, TikTok transparency, and face-to-face networking. The core message is simple: action, humility, and consistency still open doors, even in a tough market. • why...
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Why Scaling Up, Smarter Partnerships, And Targeted AI Beat A Race To The Bottom
Send us Fan Mail We unpack what operators and service companies can do to win in a flat market: scale smart, align incentives, fix power constraints with microgrids, and use AI where it actually delivers. We close with a playbook for leaders and individuals to protect culture, sharpen skills, and...
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Four Cs For A Flat Market
Send us Fan Mail We share a practical playbook to outperform in a flat oil and gas year by leaning into culture, communication, collaboration, and conversation. Expect clear examples, candid prompts, and simple steps to build transparency, speak to value, and align partners before problems hit. •...
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From Low Cost to Long Game: How Operators and Service Companies Win Together
Send us Fan Mail We dig into what authentic collaboration looks like between operators and service companies when “lowest cost” is no longer the winning strategy. A real case shows how early alignment, shared incentives, and trust cut rework and speed execution. • defining authentic collaboration...
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Powering Tomorrow: Data Centers, Water Crisis, and Energy Realities
Send us Fan Mail JP Warren discusses the key takeaways from the August 2025 Crue Club Operator Roundtable led by Dan Ramito of Pickering Energy Partners, focusing on the changing energy, power, and water paradigm for Texas and beyond. • Data centers require massive resources with Texas power…
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Value Creation Keeps You Employed With Jim Holmes (CEO - LFS Chemistry)
Send us Fan Mail JP Warren and Jim Holmes explore how effective communication and value creation determine career success in the energy industry, from navigating job interviews to surviving industry uncertainty. • Breaking the engineering stereotype by being outgoing and engaging rather than...
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From Military to Mesa: Trey Lawson's Leadership Journey
Send us Fan Mail Trey Lawson shares the story behind Mesa Solutions' heritage connection to T. Boone Pickens' Mesa Petroleum and explains how the company is transforming power generation in the oil and gas industry through relationship-based innovation. • Third-generation oil and gas professional...
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Why Your Field Team and Vendor Relationships Could Make or Break Production
Send us Fan Mail The production world presents unique challenges with six-month delayed feedback loops between decisions and results, requiring careful metric tracking and strong communication between office, field operations, and service providers. • Weekly alignment and communication is…
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The Battle for California's Energy Future with Mike Umbro
Send us Fan Mail Mike Umbro, founder of Californians for Energy and Science, reveals how California's energy policies are creating economic hardship while potentially increasing global emissions through energy imports. We discuss the urgent crisis facing the state as refinery closures threaten to...
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Strategy for Survival with Jeff Krimmel (Founder KSG - Krimmel Strategy Group)
Send us Fan Mail Jeff Krimmel, founder of Krimmel Strategy Group (KSG), shares insights on making better strategic decisions in energy and building a business around data-driven strategy in uncertain times. • Building external networks is crucial for career development, even when internal...
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Why Every Energy Company Needs a Voice in Washington
Send us Fan Mail Ryan Walker from Shumaker Advisors joins us to discuss how energy companies can navigate Washington politics and policy changes that directly impact their business operations and profitability. • Pro-energy administration doesn't automatically mean better business conditions for...
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How Tech Bros and Fossil Fuels Are Shaping Our Energy Future with Dan Romito
Send us Fan Mail Energy illiteracy is widespread, creating disconnects between energy expectations and realities, while the imminent convergence of technology and energy sectors creates urgent infrastructure challenges. • Dan Ramito shares his journey from NASDAQ analytics to energy sector...
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Transparent Collaboration: The Key to Operational Excellence in Oil & Gas
Send us Fan Mail Alex McDonald explores how strengthening collaboration and transparency between operators and service providers drives real operational efficiencies in oil and gas. This candid conversation reveals why communication breakdowns are costing companies millions and how building...
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State of the Industry: Q1 Crue Club Roundtable Recap
Send us Fan Mail Crue Club's innovative operator roundtables are transforming how oil and gas professionals connect, providing a space for genuine knowledge-sharing without solicitation or distractions. • Q1 2024 brought together 71 operators from 41 companies for 25+ hours of focused industry...
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Navigating Workforce Reduction in Oil & Gas
Send us Fan Mail JP Warren hosts a knowledge-sharing Energy Crue podcast focused on a Crue Club operator mastermind roundtable discussing critical industry challenges facing oil and gas professionals today. The conversation explores how the industry has reduced its workforce by 37% while…
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Navigating LNG and Natural Gas: Industry Insights
Send us Fan Mail Our exploration of energy policy regulation reveals critically significant insights about the future landscape of natural gas and LNG. Discussions highlight the importance of education and communication as the industry faces various perceptions. We dive into the implications of…
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The Future of Private Operators: Is the Permian Still King?
Send us Fan Mail A dynamic interchange on the current landscape for private operators in the energy sector. We discuss strategies for growth, competitive positioning, and the importance of networking to navigate challenges effectively. • Highlights of the roundtable discussion in Midland •...
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Pushing the Boundaries: Extended Laterals and Drilling Innovations in the Utica Region
Send us Fan Mail This episode is from our Crue Club Operator Mastermind Roundtable, held in OKC in late January 2025. Jeremy Ensz (VP of Operations Engineering - Ascent Resources) kicked off a roundtable discussion on Extended Laterals: How far could/should we go? We explore extended laterals...
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Insights from Drew Limbacher: Navigating M&A Trends and Private Operator Strategies in the Energy Sector
Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into the evolving M&A landscape within the energy sector, particularly focusing on the Permian Basin's potential. We explore key trends in asset deals, the importance of niche strategies for private operators, and how effective networking is essential for...
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Crue Club 1.23 Recap: Unlocking Innovation: AI, Market Dynamics, and Navigating Career Growth in Energy Industry
Send us Fan Mail From Crue Club Operator Mastermind Roundtable! Energy Crue dives into the future of the energy sector, focusing on 2025 predictions, the evolving role of AI, and strategies to reframe obstacles as opportunities for career growth. This episode emphasizes the need for...
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Overcoming Industry Challenges: Jim Holmes on LFS Chemistry's Journey
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to steer a startup through the storm of a global pandemic and come out stronger on the other side? Join us as we sit down with Jim Holmes, President of LFS Chemistry, to uncover the secrets behind his company's remarkable resilience during the COVID-19 crisis....
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Hot Seat with William Standifird (President - Intelligent Wellhead Systems)
Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to career success and industry innovation as we chat with William Standifird, President of Intelligent Wellhead Systems. Recorded in their Fulcher, Texas warehouse, William takes us on an inspiring journey from his military roots to influential roles at...
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From Classroom to Corporate: Ashley Colquitt on Energy Education and Community Impact
Send us Fan Mail What if the skills you honed in one career could lead you to unprecedented success in an entirely different field? Join us as we sit down with Ashley Colquitt, who transitioned from a fulfilling 16-year career in education to becoming a Corporate Affairs Representative for...
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Hot Seat with Randy Nicodemus (Complete Solids Control)
Send us Fan Mail Ready to uncover the secrets behind a successful oil field venture? Join us in this illuminating episode of the Energy Crew Podcast, where industry veteran Randy Nicodemus reveals how he turned his vision into reality by founding Complete Solids Control. Learn firsthand about the...
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Welcome to a new Energy Crue - Hot Seat - JP
Send us Fan Mail What if embracing vulnerability could be your greatest leadership strength? Discover how sharing personal challenges, like divorce and imposter syndrome, can build deeper, more authentic connections within your team. In this episode, we explore the importance of openness in...
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From Oilfields to Orbit: Caroline Ellis on the Thrills of Space Exploration and Engineering
Send us Fan Mail Prepare for a cosmic ride alongside Caroline Ellis, our deep space systems engineer, as we chart the parallels between the energy industry and the vastness of space exploration. Her transition from oilfields to the stars epitomizes the power of seeking knowledge and choosing…
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The Future of Storytelling and Branding with Rory Nolan
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered the leap of faith it takes to move countries and pursue a dream? Rory, a Manchester native and marketing maestro, did just that, landing with a flourish on the cobblestone streets of Montreal. In this episode, he sits down with me to reflect on his...
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Navigating the Energy Addition with Tucker Perkins
Send us Fan Mail Embark with me, JP Warren, on a journey to the heart of the energy debate where we uncover the transformative role of propane and the intricacies of our global energy systems. This week, I'm joined by Tucker Parkitz, the seasoned President and CEO of the Propane Education…
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Emily Easley: A Journey from Texas Oil Fields to DC Solar Power
Send us Fan Mail From the heart of Texas to the forefront of the renewable revolution, Emily's journey is as inspiring as it is enlightening. A seventh-generation Texan, her familial ties to the oil and gas industry run deep, but it's her leap into renewables that's paving the way for a brighter...
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Reducing Your Anxiety and Let Go of Control
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to micromanage everything in sight? My journey as an entrepreneur has been a masterclass in the futility of such endeavors. Join me in a heart-to-heart discussion where I pull back the curtain on the stress and...
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Blindspots: Breaking Through Invisible Barriers with Awareness
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt an invisible barrier blocking your path to success? Join us as we navigate the landscape of self-improvement, revealing the unseen obstacles that lurk within our blind spots. In a candid conversation, we dissect the complexities of self-awareness and confront…
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Work-Life Balance: Do your HOME/WORK
Send us Fan Mail Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey back in the last quarter of 2021, I stumbled upon an uncomfortable truth about the so-called "homework" balance. As I share in this heart-to-heart, the realization struck me that the fulcrum between professional success and nurturing…
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Rough Week: Check in with Yourself, and your Community
Send us Fan Mail When the veneer of professional triumph belies a deeper, personal struggle, where does one turn? I'm JP Warren, and today I lay bare the complexities of entrepreneurship intertwined with mental health. My journey through detachment and dips in mood, despite the booming success of...
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Lord Bailey Midkiff: Strategies to thrive and survive in the O&G space!
Send us Fan Mail Navigating the shifting sands of the oil and gas industry, my buddy, a fifth-gen oil worker, throws a curveball at us with a question about career advancement without the crutch of overtime. As we peel back the layers of this complex issue, you can expect to discover how the...
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Enhancing Your Career Through Strategic Networking
Send us Fan Mail Discover the secret sauce to networking with purpose and transforming your contact list into a community of meaningful connections. As we navigate the digital maze of LinkedIn and beyond, we often find ourselves stuck in a loop of superficial connections that rarely translate…
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Beating your Imposter Syndrome with Evidence!
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like an outsider in your own success story, constantly questioning your achievements? Join me, JP Warren, as I lay bare my struggle with imposter syndrome and how I've learned to arm myself against it. In this candid discussion, I steer away from the…
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Strategies for Daily Success and Long-Term Ambition
Send us Fan Mail Escape the hamster wheel of routine with me, JP Warren, as we navigate the year ahead with fresh focus and deliberate daily practices. I’ll share the trials and victories I faced while leaving behind the monotonous quarterly planning cycle, guiding you towards the importance of...
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Energy Crue Episode Put to the Test Study: IRL
Send us Fan Mail Stepping out of your comfort zone can transform your life, and I'm living proof. Today, I share the personal metamorphosis I've undergone by pushing my limits and facing down the ubiquitous imposter syndrome. As the curator of Crew Club and Exec Crew, I've learned that the true...
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The 5 Types of Imposter Syndrome: Origins and Coping Mechanisms
Send us Fan Mail Familiar with that nagging voice telling you you're not good enough, despite your achievements? You're not alone. Our latest episode peels back the layers of imposter syndrome, a challenge that over 70% of high achievers battle with. I open up about my own struggle and debunk the...
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The Power of Positive Self-Talk
Send us Fan Mail Staring down the barrel of another daunting workweek, I once found myself wrestling with a sneaky sense of self-doubt that nearly convinced me I wasn't up to the task. But a simple shift in the conversation I was having with myself turned everything around. Welcome to a journey...
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Goals: How Small Steps Can Lead to Major Milestones
Send us Fan Mail Embark on a transformative journey with us as we reveal the surprisingly simple shifts that can lead to triumphant goal achievements. Ever found yourself stumbling over filler words or succumbing to the dreaded imposter syndrome? We've been there, and together we'll explore the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to 'Energy Crüe', the podcast that dives deep into the heart of industry innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. I'm your host, JP Warren, and each episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the passions and motivations that fuel industry leaders as well as industry trends. We're not just talking business here; we're exploring the personal drives, the triumphs, and the challenges that shape today's pioneers.
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Welcome to 'Energy Crüe', the podcast that dives deep into the heart of industry innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. I'm your host, JP Warren, and each episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the passions and motivations that fuel industry leaders as well as industry trends. We're...
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