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Pipeliners Podcast
by Russel Treat
The Pipeliners Podcast is the source of industry information for pipeline professionals. This is a weekly podcast with new episodes released every Tuesday. Each week, host Russel Treat welcomes industry-leading experts and insightful guests to share their knowledge about specific pipeline topics in an informative, conversational setting. Each episode covers topics that include alarm management, compliance, control room management, cybersecurity, HMI and SCADA, inspection, integrity, leak detection, measurement, pipeline history, pipeline technology, regulatory issues, and more.
Episodes
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Episode 462: NYSEARCH Pipeline R&D with Mark Gunsalus
In this episode, Russel Treat speaks with Mark Gunsalus of NYSEARCH about how a member-driven research consortium moves gas industry technology from raw idea to field deployment. The conversation covers how projects are born, funded, and shared across utilities, highlights several active projects...
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Episode 461: API 1192 - Transportation of CO2 by Pipeline with Mike Cloward
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat welcomes Mike Cloward of ExxonMobil, co-chair of the committee behind API RP 1192, the new recommended practice for the transportation of carbon dioxide by pipeline. The conversation covers why the industry developed the standard, what makes...
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Episode 460: Leak Detection in Compressible Fluids with Jerad Stack
Jerad Stack of Flowstate returns to the Pipeliners Podcast to discuss what changes when computational leak detection moves from liquids to compressible fluids such as natural gas, CO2, and ethylene. Russel Treat and Jerad talk through why changes in line inventory make these systems harder to...
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Episode 459: Underground Methane Leak Detection with Kathleen Smits
In this episode, Russel Treat talks with Kathleen Smits of Southern Methodist University about how natural gas moves underground after a pipeline leak begins and why that matters for detection, quantification, and repair. The conversation covers how soil moisture, surface conditions, pressure…
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Episode 458: Why Leak Detection is Now an Integration & Cybersecurity Challenge with Nick Dresang
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat talks with Nick Dresang, Director of Cybersecurity at Flow State, about how leak detection systems get their data and what that means for pipeline cybersecurity. They cover OT/IT integration across the Purdue Model, cloud deployment...
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Episode 457: The Impact of Electric Reconductoring on Pipeline Corrosion with Ashlin Bollacker and Frank Onesto
This week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast looks at electric transmission reconductoring, the practice of upgrading power lines with higher-capacity conductors, and its growing impact on pipeline corrosion. Host Russel Treat is joined by Ashlin Bollacker, Director of Pipeline Safety at INGAA,...
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Episode 456: PHMSA Rulemaking Update with Keith Coyle
Keith Coyle, chief counsel at the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, returns to the Pipeliners Podcast to walk through the agency's rulemaking priorities under the current administration. He and host Russell Treat cover changes to how PHMSA drafts and reviews rules, a faster...
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Episode 455: Leak Alarm - The Most Complex Alarm a Controller can Get with Angie Schrader
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast looks at why leak alarms are considered the most difficult alarm a pipeline controller can face. Host Russell Treat is joined by Angie Schrader, co-founder and COO of Flowstate, to unpack what drives alarm sensitivity and false alarms, and how operators can...
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Episode 454: Real-Time Data Management with Geoff Daily and Aaron Knabb
On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat talks with Geoff Daily and Aaron Knabb of Bifrost, the MetaSCADA division of Techneaux, about moving SCADA data reliably across the enterprise. The conversation covers why a simple pull from the historian often isn't enough, how...
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Episode 453: 811 Day with the Common Ground Alliance with Sarah Magruder Lyle
On 811 Day, Sarah Magruder Lyle, president and CEO of the Common Ground Alliance and executive director of the Damage Prevention Action Center, returns to the Pipeliners Podcast to discuss the state of underground damage prevention. She and host Russell Treat cover the newly released DIRT Report,...
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Episode 452: New API RP 1193 addressing Pressure Cycling Management with Aaron Dinovitzer and Robert MacKenzie
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Aaron Dinovitzer, an independent integrity management consultant, and Rob McKenzie, an engineering supervisor at Enbridge, to discuss the new API Recommended Practice on pressure cycling management. The conversation covers...
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Episode 451: Leak Detection is Not Just One Problem with Jerad Stack
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat talks with Jerad Stack, co-founder and CEO of Flowstate, about why "leak detection" means different things to different people in the pipeline industry. The conversation covers how Flowstate models pipeline behavior with…
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Episode 450: How the Texas 811 Guardian Program is Improving Damage Prevention with Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing with Kyle VanLandingham
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat talks with Kyle VanLandingham, Director of Business Development at Texas811, about the Guardian program. They discuss how distributed fiber optic sensing is being layered onto existing 811 infrastructure to catch excavation activity…
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Episode 449: Updated API RP 1168 - Pipeline Control Room Management with Vickie Cain
Russel Treat talks with Vickie Cain, who chaired the American Petroleum Institute committee that led the update to API RP 1168, the recommended practice for pipeline control room management. Vickie, who spent about thirty years as a pipeline operator before moving into consulting, walks through...
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Episode 448: State of the Industry with Mark LaCour
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat talks with Mark LaCour, Director of ModalPoint and editor-in-chief of the Oil and Gas Global Network (OGGN), recorded live at the API Pipeline, Control Room and Cybernetics Conference. Mark, who delivered one of the event's keynotes…
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Episode 447: Normalizing Excellence with Walter Nusbaum
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat talks with Walter Nusbaum, keynote speaker at the 2026 API Pipeline Conference, about his framework for pursuing excellence as a way of life. The conversation explores how unaddressed hazards and violations can gradually normalize failure,...
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Episode 446: In-situ Mechanical Testing with Mona Haggag
This week on the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat talks with Mona Haggag about in-situ mechanical testing, a nondestructive technique used to determine the mechanical properties of pipe still in the ground. Mona, whose father pioneered the technology, walks through how the ball indentation method...
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Episode 445: Anniversary of the Bellingham Incident with Larry Shelton
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast commemorates the 27th anniversary of the tragic Olympic Pipeline rupture in Bellingham, Washington, which resulted in a catastrophic explosion and the loss of three young lives. Larry Shelton shares his insights from the incident and the conversation serves…
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Episode 444: Closing the Gap between Field Execution in Right of Way Monitoring with Mike Radich
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat joins Mike Radich, Senior Account Executive at Live EO, for a live webinar conversation on what happens after a right-of-way issue is identified — how it moves through the organization, how it gets prioritized, and how it ultimately...
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Episode 443: Using Reinforced Plastic Liner for Pipeline Remediation with Alois Multerer
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Alois Multerer of Primus Line about reinforced thermoplastic liner technology and its role in pipeline rehabilitation. The conversation explores how Kevlar-reinforced composite liners are installed, where trenchless remediation...
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Episode 442: Full Scope Pipeline Integrity Testing and Analysis with Travis Greenstreet and Ahmed Hassanin
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with Travis Greenstreet and Ahmed Hassanin about full scale pipeline integrity testing, failure analysis, and the role testing plays in validating integrity management decisions. The conversation explores burst testing, strain...
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Episode 441: Industry Engagement and Workforce Advancement with Tyler Tunic
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Tyler Tunic of the SGA Natural Gas Association about workforce engagement, industry collaboration, and the evolving role of trade associations in the natural gas industry. Tyler discusses his transition from working in the…
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Episode 440: Natural Gas Leak Detection Technology with Brad Thomas
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Brad Thomas of Heath Consultants about the evolution of natural gas leak detection technology and the operational realities of leak survey work. The conversation explores how the industry is moving from traditional combustible…
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Episode 439: Getting Value from Environmental Consulting with Michelle Logut and Scott Urwick
In this episode, Russel Treat speaks with Michelle Logut and Scott Urwick about how environmental consultants support pipeline project success. The conversation explores how early engagement, clear communication, and alignment between permitting and construction can help avoid delays, reduce…
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Episode 438: Building a Career in Cathodic Protection and Corrosion Control with Greg Alexander
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Greg Alexander of Audubon about his decades-long career in corrosion control and pipeline integrity. Greg shares how he entered the field without a traditional engineering background, the importance of certifications and industry...
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Episode 437: 2026 SGA Natural Gas Association Spring Gas Conference with Scott Faircloth
In this episode, Scott Faircloth of Piedmont Natural Gas joins the conversation to discuss the Southern Gas Association's Spring Gas Conference and its role in supporting industry collaboration. The discussion explores Scott's career path, the value of field experience, and how industry events…
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Episode 436: API Pipeline and Cybernetics Conference Preview with David Murk
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with David Murk of the American Petroleum Institute about the upcoming API Pipeline, Control Room, and Cybernetics Conference. Their conversation covers how the conference has evolved over the past decade, key themes shaping the 2026...
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Episode 435: PHMSA Enforcement Update with Brianne Kurdock and Melanie Lampton
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Brianne Craddock and Melanie Lampton of Babst Calland to discuss PHMSA enforcement. The conversation explores how the enforcement process works, recent trends in enforcement activity and penalties, and what operators should...
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Episode 434: PHMSA's Vision and Priorities with Paul Roberti
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Paul Roberti, Administrator of PHMSA, about the agency's role in pipeline safety and his broader regulatory philosophy. The discussion covers enforcement priorities, modernization efforts, and how PHMSA is working to balance...
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Episode 433: Creating a Value-Delivering AI Application with Samer El Issa
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Samer El Issa of FloSeer about applying AI to solve real-world challenges in pipeline and measurement operations. The discussion covers how different types of AI, including large language models, mathematical models, and...
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Episode 432: Alarm Management - The Most Underestimated Risk in Pipeline Operations with Russel Treat
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat discusses alarm management and the risk that poorly designed alarm systems pose to operators. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions.
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Episode 431: The Future of Natural Gas with Shawn Patterson
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat sits down with Shawn Patterson of Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline to discuss the future of natural gas and the forces reshaping the industry. Drawing on more than three decades of leadership experience, Shawn shares perspectives on...
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Episode 430: Advances in In-Line Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Marc Lamontagne returns to discuss how in-line inspection (ILI) technology has evolved over the past eight years. He shares insights on advancements in crack detection, including phased array ultrasonics, improvements in magnetic-based tools, and the...
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Episode 429: ILI Data Integration with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, Marc discuss data. Specifically, what should operators do with all of the data they're collecting? Marc provides his perspective on…
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Episode 428: Geometry and Mapping Tools for ILI with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne discuss the important roles of geometry and mapping for inline inspection. You will learn about…
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Episode 427: Ultrasonic for Inline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne discuss the use of ultrasonics for inline inspection. In this episode, you will learn about the…
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Episode 426: MFL for Inline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
This Pipeliners Podcast episode is part of a rebroadcast of a previously-aired series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. Host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne begin the series discussing magnetic flux leakage (MFL) technology. In this...
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Episode 425: Inline Pipeline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
In this republished episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, you will learn about the important topic of inline pipeline inspection with guest Marc Lamontagne. Included is a discussion of the history of pigging and the three categories of threats to pipeline integrity. You will be in the same position…
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Episode 424: Fundamentals of Emergency Response with Rick Bondy
In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Rick Bondy joins the show to discuss the evolution of pipeline emergency response from a planning and operational perspective. Drawing on his background as a first responder and emergency manager, the conversation explores how regulations…
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Episode 423: Pipeliner Stories - By God If I Were In Charge and Now That I Have Your Attention with Jerry Rau
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat talks with pipeline integrity veteran Jerry Rau about how he came to write and publish a multi-author book series designed to capture hard-earned industry lessons in a story-driven format for the next generation of pipeliners. They discuss…
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Episode 422: 2026 Pipeline Predictions with Mark LaCour
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat is joined by returning guest Mark LaCour for a wide-ranging discussion on what the pipeline industry may face in 2026. Together, they reflect on prior-year predictions before exploring forward-looking themes such as infrastructure…
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Episode 421: Merry Christmas to the Pipeliners
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Episode 420: Just the Facts, the Reality of the Energy Transition with Scott Tinker
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Episode 419: Determining Fitness for Service with Keith Leewis
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Episode 418: Issues with Old vs. New Pipe with Keith Leewis
In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Dr. Keith Leewis joins to discuss the differences between old and new steel pipe and why those distinctions matter for pipeline integrity and maintenance practices. The conversation highlights how manufacturing methods, coatings, and metallurgical...
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Episode 417: Fundamentals of Pipeline Metallurgy with Keith Leewis
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with metallurgical expert Keith Leewis, who introduces the fundamentals of pipeline metallurgy and explains how steelmaking practices have evolved over time. The discussion explores the key concepts that influence how modern and…
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Episode 416: Identifying Depth of Cover for Pipelines Crossing Waterways with Pete Weber
On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Pete Weber of DoC Mapping joins Russel Treat to discuss how operators determine depth of cover for pipelines at water crossings and why it matters for integrity and risk management. The conversation explores regulatory expectations, historical and modern...
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Episode 415: 8th Anniversary with Russel Treat
This anniversary episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features host Russel Treat reflecting on eight years of the show, highlighting its mission of education through conversation and the breadth of technical topics covered. He discusses the evolution of the show, acknowledges key contributors and...
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Episode 414: Growing Electricity Demand is a Pipeline Opportunity with Rob Jennings
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat talks with Rob Jennings of the American Petroleum Institute about how the rapid growth in electricity demand is creating new opportunities for the natural gas and pipeline industries. The discussion explores the changing dynamics of…
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Episode 413: Stockyards Corrosion Short Course with Andrew Bell, Calae Miller
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes Andrew Bell (Explorer Pipeline) and CaLae Miller (CEM Solutions) to discuss the Stockyards Corrosion Short Course, an annual training event in Fort Worth, Texas. The conversation covers the course's origins, its "by…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Pipeliners Podcast is the source of industry information for pipeline professionals. This is a weekly podcast with new episodes released every Tuesday. Each week, host Russel Treat welcomes industry-leading experts and insightful guests to share their knowledge about specific pipeline topics in an informative, conversational setting. Each episode covers topics that include alarm management, compliance, control room management, cybersecurity, HMI and SCADA, inspection, integrity, leak detection, measurement, pipeline history, pipeline technology, regulatory issues, and more.
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