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The BEN Show
by Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown
Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together they cover energy-related topics that impact every day life.
Episodes
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Christmas Special 2024
In this festive OGGN Christmas Special, the hosts and co-hosts engage in a fun-filled quiz that tests their holiday knowledge. The conversation flows from introductions to a series of light-hearted trivia questions, with plenty of laughter and banter along the way. The episode wraps up with warm...
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People Getting Electricity for the First Time | Ep 24
Shia and Kennedy talk about how people in developing nations are bringing electric power to life’s necessities for the very first time. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together...
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Challenges of Grid Reliability in the Energy Transition w/Dr. Scott Tinker | Ep 23
Shia and Kennedy sit down with Dr. Scott Tinker, a geologist and energy expert, as he shares his background and experiences in the energy field. Dr Scott Tinker is the director of the Bureau of Economic Geology, the State Geologist of Texas, professor at The University of Texas at Austin…
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Exclusive Interview w/ Racer Memo Gidley | Ep. 22
Kennedy, Shia, and Mark chat with racer Memo Gidley to talk about his journey in racing and pursuing one’s dreams! Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together they cover...
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Mad Libs! | Ep 21
Kennedy and Shia play some Mad Libs about energy. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together they cover energy-related topics that impact every day life. Brought to you on OGGN…
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Robert Bryce on energy mix and lifting people out of poverty | Ep 20
Shia talks with renowned author, journalist and speaker Robert Bryce about the importance of diverse energy mixes and the shortcomings of a purely renewable energy future. Robert emphasizes the need for abundant, reliable, and affordable energy for all, as expensive energy disproportionately...
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Oil and Gas Around the World | Ep 19
Hello fellow humans! In this episode we talk about just what the title says —oil and gas around the world. Thanks guys for listening and we will catch y’all in the next one. This episode of The BEN Show discusses oil and gas production and consumption around the world. It explores how different...
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The Gush and the Glimmer | Ep 18
Hey y’all! We hope everyone in Houston has recovered from the hurricane. In this episode we talk about the global and socio-economic impact of oil and gas—both the good and the bad. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B....
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When Oil Spills: Delving into Rig Types, Operations, and Environmental Catastrophes | Ep 17
Listen as we discuss different types of oil rigs and how they’re used. We take a deep dive of the pros and cons while learning things along the way! We made sure to include all links in the description if y’all want to check that out. And answer this question… would you donate your hair […]
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It’s Not All Fun and Games | Ep 16
Shia and Kennedy look at what it takes to power our gaming habits and what it might mean for the future. They cover things like data center energy consumption, GPUs, plastic, environmental impact, and connections between oil and gas and the sports industry. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are...
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Positive Energy Part 2: A Realistic View for Our Future | Ep 15
Continuing from last week, Shia and Kennedy talk with energy leader Mike Howard about global energy needs and the future of traditional energy sources. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond,...
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Positive Energy Part 1: From Small Town to Global Impact | Ep 14
Shia and Kennedy talk with energy leader Mike Howard about his journey to the industry and his passion for transforming communities with affordable, abundant energy. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School…
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Trading places with Joe Batir at OTC | Ep 13
Shia and Kennedy are guests on Joe Batir’s Energy Transition Solutions show. They talk about why they care about energy and what they’ve learned since starting The BEN Show. Recorded at the Offshore Technology Conference 2024. Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International...
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The reality of Gen Z’s thoughts of Oil and Gas | Ep 12
Listen as we discuss the thoughts of the next generation about oil and gas. Some of them might surprise you or it’s just what you’ve been thinking. The link we used will be down below so make sure you check them out. Make sure you check out our previous episodes and make sure you leave a review…
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We’re live at OTC with Haley from the BEN video | Ep 11
This one is even better on video: https://youtu.be/3wNRt24W6BE Shia and Kennedy bring you this episode from the OGGN podcast booth at Houston’s Offshore Technology Conference. Special guest Haley Hubert tells her story of how she did her own research and became an advocate for affordable…
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Fueling the Future Part 2 | Ep 10
Hey y’all! Welcome back to the BEN Show! In this episode, we are continuing from the last one about different renewable energy sources. Make sure you leave us a review with the link below and tell us what you would like to hear from us? Make sure to check out our other episodes and look forward […]
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Fueling the Future: Alternative Energy Sources Explained | Ep 9
Hey y’all! Tune in as we discuss some of the different renewable energy sources with a little bit of antics as well! Make sure you watch out for multiple episodes about this, and make sure you check out all of our other episodes. Don’t forget to leave a review and tell us what you would […]
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The Invisible Pipeline: How Oil Gets From Point A to Point B | Ep 8
Ever wondered how that gas gets to your pump, or that oil reaches the refinery? The answer lies in a hidden world beneath our feet — a complex network of pipelines. In this episode, we delve deep (well, not literally) to explore the different types of oil pipelines and the crucial role they play…
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The Global Gas Game: How LNG Fuels the World | Ep 7
Listen as we discuss Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), its transportation processes, and its role in the global energy market. We will explain the difference between LNG and LPG while also making some jokes along the way! We hope you enjoy this episode and make sure to catch us in the next one! See...
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Part Two: Energy, Innovation and Optimism with Mark P. Mills | Ep 6
Shia and Kennedy continue their conversation with renowned speaker and author Mark P. Mills. Mark’s shares his views on innovation in the energy industry and why he thinks live will get better for all of us. Mark’s most recent book: The Cloud Revolution: How the Convergence of New Technologies…
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Energy, Innovation and Optimism: Conversation with Mark P. Mills, Part One | Ep 5
The BEN Show is honored to welcome renowned speaker and author Mark P. Mills. Get Mark’s take on energy and technology in our modern world—and why he maintains his optimism about the future (in spite of what you might hear elsewhere). Mark’s most recent book: The Cloud Revolution: How the...
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Oil and Gas Careers: Beyond the Pipeline | Ep 4
Come with us to explore the diverse career paths in the oil and gas industry, from engineers to geologists to data analysts and marketing specialists. As you listen, think about if any of these careers resonate with you! With a vast number of options, there has to be something for you right?…
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From Dino Juice to Natural Gas: Crude Oil’s Wild Ride | Ep 3
Listen as we go in dept about the origins of oil and natural gas, how they formed millions of years ago, and the connections of dinosaurs. Together we uncover the misconception of “fossil fuels” and dive into the overall production of oil and natural gas. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and...
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Bet you didn’t know this about EVs | Ep 2
Shia and Kennedy do their own research and get a whole new perspective on the world of electric vehicles. 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…
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Introducing The BEN Show! | Ep 1
Hosts Shia Brown and Kennedy Vital are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. They love learning about (and talking about) the energy issues facing our country and—more importantly—their own generation. If you’re a young...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together they cover energy-related topics that impact every day life.
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Hosts Kennedy Vital and Shia Brown are students at the International Business & Marketing Academy at William B. Travis High School in Richmond, Texas. Together they cover energy-related topics that impact every day life.
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