Petroleum Economist Podcast

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Petroleum Economist is designed for industry professionals, our show stands out as the leading strategic audio platform that brings the dynamic world of hydrocarbons to your ears. Our episodes feature insightful discussions, exclusive interviews with subject matter experts, and in-depth analysis of the latest trends and developments shaping the global energy landscape.

  1. 12/03/2025

    There is no energy transition, says top US adviser Eule

    More than three decades after the UNFCCC was signed, the energy transition’s global contribution to slowing the overall increase in CO2 emissions has been inconsequential. US energy expert and former US government adviser Stephen D. Eule tells Petroleum Economist’s Saniya Garyali that despite a plethora of new laws, rhetoric and money spent, decarbonisation goals are still as far away as ever.

  2. 11/28/2025

    AI, twins and tough choices: Navigating oil and gas in 2026

    In 2026, what will define success in the oil and gas industry? In this podcast, industry experts Jorge Herrera and Aneel Bhandari examine the need to master cost control, risk visibility and operational discipline in a year that will squeeze margins and push asset productivity to the foreground. On the technology side, AI and digital twins are moving beyond back-office support to drive real-time decisions, predict failures and improve processes. They also look at how methane abatement and carbon capture are being integrated into day-to-day operations, bringing them closer to the oil and gas business model.

    22 min

  3. 11/26/2025

    Empowered to lead: The future is human

    Denise Hamilton joins Rachel McGhie, conference director, WGLC to follow up from her electric keynote at WGLC 2025 in October. In this podcast they discuss why connection, communication and community are the skills leaders need most right now.

    26 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    Why the oil & gas industry needs a physical twin of its assets—and how to build one

    Next year could be pivotal for the oil & gas industry, as long-standing challenges in maintenance and asset management come back into focus. Many operators still face fragmented systems, limited visibility across engineering, safety and maintenance and difficulty linking day-to-day activities with business goals. In this episode, Gemma Fornes and Dennis Filthaus from Hexagon explain how building a physical digital twin provides the reliable data backbone needed for risk-based maintenance, regulatory compliance, and ESG reporting—and how it connects with performance, integrity and maintenance twins to give asset teams consistent, trusted information across the enterprise

    16 min

  5. 11/14/2025

    Transforming oil and gas operations using AI: A discussion with the CEO of AIQ, Dennis Jol

    Dennis Jol, CEO, AIQ, discusses the transformative role of AI in the energy sector, particularly in optimizing operations and enhancing sustainability. He highlights AIQ's collaboration with ADNOC and other global partners to develop innovative solutions that redefine industry roles and improve efficiency. The discussion also touches on the future of AI in oil and gas, emphasizing the potential for AI to change the narrative around the industry and contribute positively to society.

    7 min

  6. 11/06/2025 · VIDEO

    What’s up with gas? Europe’s big push to end Russian energy use, sanctions and trajectories for gas demand and supply

    Welcome to the first episode of a new podcast series launched by Petroleum Economist: 'What’s up with gas?' The series will cover the key developments happening in the natural gas space. In this episode, we discuss sanctions on Russian energy and specifically the US position on ongoing purchases of Arctic LNG 2 cargoes by Russia, the EU’s bold plan to eliminate Russian energy use and the outlook for gas demand and supply both in the short and long term.

    34 min

  7. 10/01/2025

    Empowered to lead: Women making waves in subsea & offshore energy

    In this episode of the WGLC Podcast Series: Empowered to Lead, host Rachel McGhie speaks with Melissa Gould of the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT-US) about the vital role women are playing in subsea technology, offshore energy, and the blue economy. Melissa shares how SUT’s Women in Industry initiative is building inclusiveness, encouraging participation, and inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. From mentorship and networking to breaking barriers and embracing curiosity, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about innovation, equity, and the future of energy.

    20 min

  8. 09/02/2025

    Empowered to lead: Equity, sustainability & the future of women in energy

    In this episode of the WGLC Podcast Series: Empowered to Lead, Rachel McGhie speaks with Lamé Verre, co-founder of Lean In Equity & Sustainability. Lamé shares her journey as an advocate and changemaker, the gaps she saw in representation across the energy and sustainability sectors, and how her platform is driving progress for women—especially women of color. Together, they explore why equity matters, how mentorship and networks fuel leadership, and what true empowerment looks like in boardrooms, strategy teams, and across the global energy landscape. Tune in for insights on building inclusive leadership, the transformative role of WGLC, and a bold vision for the future of women in energy.

    25 min
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Petroleum Economist is designed for industry professionals, our show stands out as the leading strategic audio platform that brings the dynamic world of hydrocarbons to your ears. Our episodes feature insightful discussions, exclusive interviews with subject matter experts, and in-depth analysis of the latest trends and developments shaping the global energy landscape.

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  • Creator
    Petroleum Economist
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
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