Podcast Tag: Industry

Episode 232: Shaping the Future of Humanitarian Geoscience

“How could you apply your own personal knowledge of geoscience, whatever specialty it is, to help solve humanitarian problems, no matter what the scale is?”

Beth Burton, chair of the newly formed Geoscientists without Borders (GWB) Technical Review Subcommittee (TRSC), delves into the TRSC’s history, purpose, and operations, offering insights into its significant role in advancing humanitarian projects through geoscience. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the TRSC’s role in advancing geoscientific applications for humanitarian causes and learn how to get involved in these impactful projects. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of geoscience and humanitarian work.

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Episode 231: Previewing IMAGE ’24 – The Largest Technical Program Yet

Wenyi Hu and Ken Tubman discuss the upcoming IMAGE ’24 conference, which promises the largest technical program to date with over 1,200 presentations. Listeners will gain a comprehensive overview of what to expect at IMAGE ’24, from the technical sessions and poster presentations to the Exhibition Hall and networking events. This episode is a must-listen for anyone planning to attend the conference and looking to maximize their experience.

Viridien, Bluware, and Katalyst sponsor this episode.

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Episode 230: Celebrating Sven – A Legacy of Innovation and Mentorship in Geophysics

“Sven showed us that the goal of a presentation is to transfer knowledge and insight, not to show people how smart you are.”

In this heartfelt episode, we honor the legacy of Sven Treitel, a beloved figure in geophysics and at SEG. Kurt Marfurt and Sam Gray join host Andrew Geary to reflect on Sven’s profound impact on their work and the field. Listeners will gain a deep appreciation for Sven’s lasting contributions to geophysics and his ability to bridge the gap between research and practical application. This episode is a tribute to a geophysical giant whose influence will be felt for generations.

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Episode 228: Key Trends That Will Shape the Oil and Gas Industry w/ Sophie Zurquiyah

“Energy transition is everywhere. It is an underlying trend, and sustainability is something that we have to incorporate into every company’s strategy.”

Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO of Viridien, provides an in-depth look at CGG’s strategic rebranding to Viridien. Listeners will gain valuable insights into Viridien’s strategies for attracting and retaining top talent, the significance of technology in addressing energy security, and Sophie’s vision for the company’s future. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of the oil and gas industry and the role of technology and sustainability in shaping its future.

Viridien and Bluware sponsor this episode.

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119: Why the energy transition from coal to oil matters today

Historian Brian Frehner discusses the energy transition from coal to oil and the historical importance of J. Clarence Karcher. Seismic Soundoff · 119: Why the energy transition from coal to oil matters today June 2021 marks the 100th anniversary of field tests confirming that J. Clarence Karcher’s seismic reflection technique could detect and map structures capable of trapping oil. In this future-focused conversation, Brian discusses why Karcher left the oil business after his major breakthrough,

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Episode 65: The Evolution of Unconventional Play Analysis + SEG Presidential Address

In this episode of SEG's flagship podcast, we hear from the SEG President and the keynote speaker from the SEG 2019 in San Antonio, TX. Walter Guidroz serves as Program Coordinator of the Energy Resources Program at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Reston, Virginia. At the SEG, his keynote address discusses "The Evolution of Unconventional Play Analysis at the USGS." Additionally, the SEG President Rob Stewart presents the State of the Society address, summarizing the year in applied geophysics and what to expect in 2020 at the Society and in the industry. This episode is sponsored by TGS.

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Episode 45: SEG 2018 Keynote Speaker and Presidential Address

The Opening Session represented the official start to the 88th Annual Meeting at Anaheim, CA in October 2018. SEG President Nancy House presented the State of the Society address and then introduced the keynote speaker Darryl Willis. Darryl is Vice President, Oil, Gas and Energy at Google Cloud. He spoke on "The Cost of Status Quo – Get on Board or Get Left Behind."

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