Energy Trade Show Podcast
by Ben Seligson
Discover the future of energy innovation and digital transformation on the Energy Trade Show Podcast! Join host Ben Seligson as he explores the heart of the energy industry at the world’s top trade shows. From game-changing technologies to transformative ideas, we bring you exclusive insights and interviews with industry leaders driving the energy revolution. Whether you’re an energy professional, tech enthusiast, or curious listener, this podcast is your front-row seat to the trends shaping tomorrow’s energy landscape. Subscribe now for episodes packed with expertise, inspiration, and the pulse of energy trade shows worldwide.
Episodes
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Energy Projects Conference Part 3 | Ep 82
EPC Show Part 3 of 3We’re coming to you from EPC Show 2026 in Houston, where one phrase came up in nearly every conversation on the floor: data centers. With AI demand reshaping how — and how fast — the industry builds, this year’s show felt less like a traditional energy trade show and more […]
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Energy Projects Conference Part 2 | Ep 81
EPC Show Part 2 of 3We’re live from Houston at EPC Show 2026, where alongside the cranes, control systems, and capital announcements, there’s a quieter story playing out: an industry trying to figure out who’s going to build all of this. With over 10,000 attendees walking the floor and a labor...
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Energy Projects Conference Part 1 | Ep 80
We’re coming to you live from Houston, Texas at EPC Show 2026, The Energy Projects Conference & Expo built specifically for the people who design, build, and finance the energy industry’s biggest capital projects. With more than 10,000 attendees, 400+ exhibitors, and over $200 billion in active...
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Global Energy Show Part 3 | Ep 79
Global Energy Show Part 3 of 3We close out our Global Energy Show 2026 series with the conversations that zoom out the furthest — the ones about where the whole industry is heading. Six interviews spanning AI strategy, AI literacy, methane abatement, carbon capture, seismic innovation, and the...
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Global Energy Show Part 2 | Ep 78
We’re back on Day 2 at the Global Energy Show 2026 in Calgary, and the floor is just as packed as yesterday. Part 2 takes a different angle — this episode is about the tools, technologies, and solutions doing real work in the field right now. Seven companies, seven different problems being…
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Global Energy Show Part 1 of 3 | Ep 77
We’re coming to you live from Calgary, Alberta at the Global Energy Show 2026, Canada’s national energy exhibition and one of the most important rooms in North American energy. With 30,000+ professionals from over 100 countries filling the BMO Centre, this year’s show signals something the…
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OTC Part 3 | Ep 76
In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology conference. Join me your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over north America as they navigate the evolving oil and gas industry during the OTC conference. In part 3, we speak...
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OTC Part 2 | Ep 75
In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such a historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology Conference. Join me, your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over North America navigating the evolving oil and gas industry at the OTC conference. In Part 2, I’m joined by my...
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OTC Part 1 | Ep 74
In the world of Oil and Gas conferences, none has such a historic Texas legacy as the Offshore Technology Conference. Join me, your host Ben Seligson, as we interview folks from all over North America navigating the evolving oil and gas industry at the OTC conference. In Part 1, we speak with…
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Williston Basin Petroleum Conference Part 3 | Ep 73
Part 3 rounds out our Williston Basin Petroleum Conference coverage with the boots-on-the-ground stories — the service companies, local operators, equipment providers, and community faces that make the Bakken run every day. From environmental compliance and heavy equipment to well servicing,...
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Williston Basin Petroleum Conference Part 2 | Ep 72
Part 2 of our WBPC coverage spotlights the innovators, technologists, and community builders working in and around the Bakken. From cutting-edge pipeline integrity tools and next-generation heating systems to a workforce development program inspiring thousands of North Dakota students, and...
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Williston Basin Petroleum Conference Part 1 | Ep 71
We’re coming to you live from Bismarck, North Dakota at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference, the biggest gathering in North Dakota and one of the most consequential rooms in American energy. Part 1 goes straight to the top, featuring the voices shaping energy policy, innovation, and the…
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Shutdowns and Turnarounds Super Conference | Ep 70
We’re coming to you live from Houston, Texas at the Shutdowns & Turnarounds Super Conference 2026, where the people who keep the world’s industrial plants running gather to share what’s new, what’s broken, and what’s next. This episode features seven guests spanning workforce lodging, global…
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UT Energy Week: Part 3 | E 69
UT Energy Week Part 3: What’s Next in Energy Wrapping up our UT Energy Week series, we’re looking ahead at where energy is going next. This episode focuses on innovation, new technology, and the changing landscape of how energy is produced and delivered. We sit down with Matthew McCullen of Aalo…
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UT Energy Week: Part 2 | Ep 68
🎙️ UT Energy Week Part 2: How Energy Actually Gets Done We’re back at UT Energy Week, and this episode is all about the people in the trenches making energy happen every day. From upstream operations to power markets and industry advocacy, this conversation dives into how the system actually…
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Getting down with Cyber Security @ OT.SEC.CON Part 2
OT.Sec.Con Part 2: On the Front Lines of Cyber Defense What started as curiosity is quickly turning into a real understanding of just how serious cybersecurity is for critical infrastructure. In Part 2, we continue the conversation from OT.Sec.Con with separate interviews featuring conference...
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Getting down with Cyber Security @ OT.SEC.CON Part 1 | Ep 66
OT.Sec.Con Part 1: Why Cybersecurity Is Keeping Energy Leaders Up at Night I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect cybersecurity to be this fascinating… or this intense. Live from OT.Sec.Con, we’re diving into the world of operational technology (OT) security and getting a firsthand look at why…
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UT Energy Week: Part 1 | Ep 65
🎙️ UT Energy Week Part 1: Policy, Power & Energy Leadership We’re live from UT Energy Week, kicking things off with some of the biggest voices shaping the future of energy. From Washington to the grid, this episode dives into the intersection of policy, power, and what’s coming next. We sit down...
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CERA Week Part 4 | Ep 64
🎙️ Energy Trade Show Podcast – CERAWeek 2026 (Part 4)We’re rolling into Part 4 of our CERAWeek by S&P Global series, where the conversations keep getting deeper, from policy and academia to AI, data centers, and the future of industrial tech ⚡ We kick things off with Dr. Monica Gattinger,...
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CERA Week Part 3 | Ep 63
We’re back at CERAWeek by S&P Global for Part 3, bringing you more conversations from the leaders building what’s next in energy ⚡ In this episode, we cover everything from federal energy priorities to next-gen power solutions and digital marketplaces reshaping how energy gets bought and sold: We...
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CERA Week Part 2 | Ep 62
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CERA Week Part 1 | Ep 61
We’re live with Part 1 of CERAWeek 2026 on the Energy Trade Show Podcast, where the energy in the room is undeniable and every corner is buzzing with conversations shaping the future of the industry. From manufacturing to nuclear to methane mitigation, this episode captures the full spectrum of...
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Energy Takes Over SXSW | Live from Austin | Ep 60
Energy might not be the first thing people think about when they think of SXSW, but powering the future of technology, AI, and data centers starts with reliable electricity. In this episode of the #EnergyTradeShowPodcast, we interview the speakers from the the panel, “Powering Texas with Reliable...
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NAPE Part 2 | Ep 59
We’re back with Part 2 from NAPE Expo, the premier event focused on land, energy, critical minerals, and the deals driving it all forward. Ever wondered why the University of Texas and Texas A&M control so much land? We dig into that history and its modern impact with landman Lucy Wathan of...
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NAPE Part 1 | Ep 58
We’re live from the North American Prospecting Expo (NAPE), talking with the people shaping the future of energy from the ground up. In this episode, we connect with leaders across critical minerals, data centers, and land operations, including a conversation with DOE Assistant Secretary Audrey...
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Oil and Gas Automation and Technology Show (Part 2) | Ep 57
We’re live with Part 1 of the Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week, brought to you by AMG World, talking with the sponsors, organizers, and engineers driving real change in industrial O&G automation. This isn’t theory, this is the people in the weeds, figuring out how to integrate AI, modern...
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Oil and Gas Automation and Technology Show (Part 1) | Ep 56
We’re live with Part 1 of the Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week, brought to you by AMG World, talking with the sponsors, organizers, and engineers driving real change in industrial O&G automation. This isn’t theory, this is the people in the weeds, figuring out how to integrate AI, modern...
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NAPE 2026 Preview | Ep 55
In this episode of the Energy Trade Show podcast, host Ben Seligson discusses the upcoming NAPE conference with Le’ann Callihan and Drew Guntert. They explore the significance of NAPE as the world’s largest energy prospect expo, its evolution since 1993, and the diverse range of participants it...
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Oil And Gas Automation and Technology Show Preview | Ep 54
As Oil & Gas Automation and Technology Week (OGAT) approaches, I sit down with Mark Giles, Managing Director at AMG World, for a deep dive into what senior energy leaders actually need to know about digital transformation in today’s oil and gas industry. OGAT Week isn’t your typical trade show....
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Reuters Energy Live Part 3: Energy Tech Innovation | Ep 53
In this final episode from Reuters Energy Live, we dive into cutting edge technology and innovative investment shaping the future of energy. Ever heard of putting out a fire with sound? Startup competition winners Sonic Fire Tech are doing exactly that. We also talk with Kelvin, a company helping...
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Reuters Energy Live Part 2: The Party is Getting Started | Ep 52
I’m at Reuters Energy Live for my final conference of the year, and this episode highlights the companies doing real work right now across LNG, renewables, and critical infrastructure. We talk with Argent LNG who is partnering with our favorite Port of Fourchon, the Director of the Center for…
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Reuters Energy Live Part 1: Going Nuclear | Ep 51
For the final episode of the year, I’m live from Reuters Energy Live at the NRG Center, and we’re going nuclear! ⚛️ From micro-reactors to large scale nuclear plants, global policy perspectives, and a conversation with the Director of Nuclear at Idaho National Laboratory, this episode covers…
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Look out, it’s the Disaster Expo! | Ep 50
In this episode, we uncover some surprising facts about the communities the American Red Cross serves most, explore innovative new approaches to fire suppression and firefighting with Firetrol Protection Systems, and even discover a tech-driven, affordable solution for end-of-life planning with...
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Energy Trading Week Americas Part 2 | Ep 49
It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year! We’re back at Energy Trading Week Americas sponsored by Commodities People here in Houston, Texas, where the energy trading market is buzzing with innovation. From LNG and renewables surging ahead, to AI transforming Energy Trading Risk Management…
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Energy Trading Week Americas Part 1| Ep 48
It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year! We’re back at Energy Trading Week Americas sponsored by Commodities People here in Houston, Texas, where the energy trading market is buzzing with innovation. From LNG and renewables surging ahead, to AI transforming Energy Trading Risk Management…
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Americas LNG Summit Part 3 of 3 | Ep 47
In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined...
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Americas LNG Summit Part 2 of 3 | Ep 46
In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined...
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Americas LNG Summit Part 1 of 3
In this three-part series, we’re on the ground at the Americas LNG Summit in Lake Charles, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping LNG’s future. It’s a high moment for the industry, and this event brings together decision makers from across the LNG value chain, and I’m lucky to be joined...
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Hydrogen Day at the UT Energy Institute Part 2 | Ep 44
Join me as I sit down with institute directors, Energy Fellow (and NPR alum) Andy Uhler, researchers from the Bureau of Economic Geology, the Director of the UT Center for Electromechanics, hydrogen technology companies, students, and event organizers who are shaping the future of hydrogen in...
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Hydrogen Day at the UT Energy Institute Part 1 | Ep 43
Join me as I sit down with institute directors, Energy Fellow (and NPR alum) Andy Uhler, researchers from the Bureau of Economic Geology, the Director of the UT Center for Electromechanics, hydrogen technology companies, students, and event organizers who are shaping the future of hydrogen in...
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AAPL: Women in Energy Institute Part 2 | Ep 42
In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re back with our friends at AAPL, the organizers behind Houston’s premier NAPE conference, as they return to Hotel Zaza for the Women in Energy Institute event. I’m joined by fellow OGGN hosts Jada Powell and Venessa Homewood as we sit down…
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AAPL: Women in Energy Institute Part 1 | Ep 41
In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re back with our friends at AAPL, the organizers behind Houston’s premier NAPE conference, as they return to Hotel Zaza for the Women in Energy Institute event. I’m joined by fellow OGGN hosts Jada Powell and Venessa Homewood as we sit down…
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Gastech 2025 Part 3: Using data to help drive decisions. | Ep 40
In Part 3 of the Energy Trade Show Podcast from Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy, we close out our series by tackling one of the defining questions of our time: how do we meet the world’s growing demand for energy by using data? This episode brings a wide range of perspectives, from experts…
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Gastech 2025 Part 2: Innovation Accelerator, and How to Win a Startup Competition | Ep 39
n Part 2 of the Energy Trade Show Podcast from Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy, we dive into one of the biggest challenges shaping our future: how do we meet the world’s growing demand for energy? I had the honor of moderating the Innovation Accelerator startup competition and sat down with two of…
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Gastech 2025 Part 1: A shift in the Global Energy Perspective | Ep 38
In this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re live from Milan, Italy at Gastech 2025 tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time: meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. LNG is at the center of that story, and we’ve gathered voices from every angle. You’ll hear from an…
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Image 2025 – Part 2 – get rockin’ with the geological music episode! | Ep 37
Ever thought rock music and actual rocks might have more in common than you’d guess? This episode dives into the fascinating crossover between geoscience and music. I sit down with geophysicists who also happen to be musicians to explore how harmonics, frequencies, and rhythms connect sound waves...
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Image Conference 2025 – Part 1 – Explosives, Vibrating Machines, and Earth Whisperers! | Ep 36
Join me for part 1 of the Image 2025 conference where we explore the fascinating intersecting world of geology and energy, and all the technology in between. If you’re a science person, or ever wondered how explosives are used to discover the hidden wonders of the earth, this is your chance to…
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Excavation Safety Summit: Call Before You Dig! | Ep 35
On this episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast, we’re on-site at the Excavation Safety Summit in Midland, teaming up with Texas811, the Damage Prevention Council of Texas, and industry leaders to spotlight the importance of safety in trench excavation. From conference organizers to agency...
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Image 2025 Preview | Ep 34
Join me as I speak with steering committee members, Julian Chenin and Paula De Oliveira as we discuss the upcoming Image 2025 Conference at the George R. Brown convention center August 25-28th. We chat about new forms of energy, as why geosciences education is crucial for students, and why this…
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Into the Depths: Live from the DeepWater Symposium Part 2 | Ep 33
Go Deep at the DeepWater Symposium Join us in New Orleans for a special two-part episode of the Energy Trade Show Podcast as we dive into the theme: “Technical Innovations for Resilient Deepwater Energy.” Guest host Jonathan Hamlin from Bevel Tech Group helps steer the conversation through the...
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Discover the future of energy innovation and digital transformation on the Energy Trade Show Podcast! Join host Ben Seligson as he explores the heart of the energy industry at the world’s top trade shows. From game-changing technologies to transformative ideas, we bring you exclusive insights and interviews with industry leaders driving the energy revolution. Whether you’re an energy professional, tech enthusiast, or curious listener, this podcast is your front-row seat to the trends shaping tomorrow’s energy landscape. Subscribe now for episodes packed with expertise, inspiration, and the pulse of energy trade shows worldwide.
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