In Orbit: A KBR Podcast

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In Orbit: A KBR Podcast

Though produced by KBR, this series is for anyone and everyone, inside or outside our business. In each new episode, we discuss what’s happening in the world and in various industries, covering everything from science, technology and engineering to sustainability, inclusion and diversity, and much more. Whatever the topic, our main focus is people, and our goal is to connect with each other, to learn new things, and to stay in each other’s orbit!

  1. NOV 6

    The Art of Managing Change

    In our lightning-speed world, change is the only constant, and as David Bowie said, we’ve got to “Turn and face the strange!” Our guest for this episode is the excellent Dr. Brandon Robertson, specialist in change management and readiness with Frazer-Nash Consultancy, a KBR company. Listen along as Dr. Robertson speaks about the different kinds of change organizations experience, the importance of a people-centered approach to change, and how change management can make businesses better.

    32 min

  2. SEP 26

    Let’s Talk About Large Language Models

    Large language models (LLMs) are having a moment, and it’s high time we talked about it. We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Tariq Ahmad, natural language processing expert at Frazer-Nash Consultancy, to break down the basics of LLMs, the boons and pitfalls, and some ideas on how to make better use of this game-changing technology than writing fake Bon Jovi lyrics.

    40 min

  3. AUG 21

    "The Energy Transition is Here!" Part 3

    It’s the finale of our special miniseries on the global energy transition. We had the pleasure of speaking with Henrik Larsen, KBR vice president of Clean Ammonia and Hydrogen, who outlines the current state of the energy transition, points of resistance, and what the big opportunities look like, particularly around value chain development. Check it out!

    28 min

  4. AUG 7

    Profiles in Leadership – Todd May, SVP of KBR Science and Space

    “In Orbit” guests are some of the foremost experts in their fields and address some of the greatest challenges facing the world today. But they’re also really interesting people! In our first Profiles in Leadership episode, we were thrilled to speak with Todd May, senior vice president of KBR’s Science and Space business and avid puzzler. Listen as Todd talks about his extraordinary career in space and aeronautics, what’s on the horizon in the industry, and some examples of when pop culture g...

    31 min

  5. JUN 6

    Let's Talk About AI.

    It’s finally happening. We’re finally talking about AI! It’s one of the hottest topics on the planet, and our guest, KBR expert Dr. Ben Ochoa, breaks it all down, including what AI is, what it’s not, the potential breakthroughs and benefits on the horizon, and why we should or should not all be terrified. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    48 min

  6. MAY 22

    “The Energy Transition is Here!” Part 2

    In the second instalment of our miniseries on the energy transition, we’re joined by Shane Tierling, chief technical advisor for KBR's Integrated Solutions business unit in the Americas region. Listen as Shane takes us through an in-depth discussion of the exciting (and critical) role hydrogen has to play in the development of energy transition solutions, and KBR’s unique position to effectively deliver those solutions.

    29 min

  7. APR 24

    “The Energy Transition is Here!” Part 1

    The energy transition is here! We’re excited to kick off a special three-part series we’ll be doing over the next few weeks on the global energy transition. Our guest Umesh Baliga —chief technical engineer of Sustainable Technologies for KBR’s Integrated Solutions business in the Americas region — spoke with us about the energy transition value chain, the key opportunities and barriers, and a few of the solutions that will be helping pave the way to net zero.

    37 min

  8. MAR 28

    Mind Your PEQ – A Focus on KBR Proprietary Equipment

    A big part of KBR’s deep domain expertise for energy, chemical and industrial projects is its proprietary equipment (PEQ) and the technologies needed to deliver valuable end products — from biofuels, to blue and green ammonia, to hydrogen, and many others. In this episode, MS Raju, senior director of operations for the Proprietary and Modular Equipment service line of KBR’s Technology business unit, breaks down exactly what propriety equipment is, how KBR differentiates itself through its PEQ...

    19 min
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Though produced by KBR, this series is for anyone and everyone, inside or outside our business. In each new episode, we discuss what’s happening in the world and in various industries, covering everything from science, technology and engineering to sustainability, inclusion and diversity, and much more. Whatever the topic, our main focus is people, and our goal is to connect with each other, to learn new things, and to stay in each other’s orbit!

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  • Creator
    KBR, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    57
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