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Energizing Bitcoin & Ai explores the intersection of Bitcoin Mining, AI, and Energy. Each week, we break down the latest trends, strategies, and innovations shaping these industries, featuring conversations with the key players driving change. Whether you're an industry veteran or a curious newcomer, stay ahead of the curve with insights that power the future.
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Weekly Scrap #320 - Helton Pereira, first things first
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1:18:12Joined on this episode by MR. Keep the First Things First himself, Helton Pereira and I am excited for everything we plan to cover! On the agenda was the topic of keeping first things first and Helton's approach to faith, family, fitness and firefighting. We discuss how important a strong base is for doing this job and doing it well for a long time…
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Oil and Gas This Week | September 15 2025 | Ep 388
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36:35Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast ABB https://global.abb/group/en Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Don’t forget to ask a question for our next First Friday Q&A. You ask the questions and we answer them. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. Sign …
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Weekly Scrap #319 - Marshall Boyd, imposter syndrome and making changes
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1:22:21Join us for another Episode of the Scrap, this time with Marshall Boyd, a 23-year veteran of two small fire departments south of Houston. We discuss imposter syndrome, sharing how he’s worked to impact his corner of the fire service despite feeling like “no one from nowhere.” Marshall explores the shift in firefighting tactics over the years, and t…
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Weekly Scrap #318 - Eric Wheaton, training, truck-talk and VES
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1:17:56Get ready for an insightful episode of the Scrap!!! Welcoming back Battalion Chief Eric Wheaton! This episode dives into firefighter training methodology, emphasizing mechanics, consistency, and intensity to enhance work capacity and performance through linear progression. We’ll explore measurable training, targeting deficiencies, and the value of …
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TeraWulf's $3.7B Deal w/ Google, Block's Disruptive New ASIC, O&G Gets Into Power
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56:03Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) regroup to riff on miner-to-AI megadeals, gas-to-power plays, and a modular ASIC that could reset fleet economics. AI x Power x Bitcoin This week we break down: TeraWulf × Google – a 10-year, 200 MW hosting deal (headline $3.7B; options could push multiyear value far higher) and why clean, re…
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Oil and Gas This Week | September 3 2025 | Ep 387
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23:38Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Mark and Paige record live from the SPE Gulf Coast Section Electric Submersible Pumps Symposium in Galveston, Texas Huge thanks to Artificial Lift Solutions for having us here! Equinor Strikes New Oil and Gas Discovery Near Norway’s Troll Field https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/equinor-str…
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Weekly Scrap #317 - Sean Gray, Fire Dynamics and fun
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1:34:58Join The Weekly Scrap, Firefighter Podcast for an engaging episode featuring Captain Sean Gray, a veteran firefighter with Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services since 1993 and co-author of The Evolving Fireground: Research-Based Tactics. Host Corley Moore will explore Sean’s extensive experience, including his bachelor’s in Fire Safety Engineering,…
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Oil and Gas This Week | August 28 2025 | Ep 386
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29:53Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Mark and Paige record live from the SPE Gulf Coast Section Electric Submersible Pumps Symposium in Galveston, Texas Huge thanks to Xccelerated Construction Unlimited (XCU) for having us here! Cenovus Energy to acquire MEG Energy to expand oil sands portfolio https://www.ogj.com/general-int…
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Weekly Scrap #316 Jake Barnes Hosts with guest Jesse Marcotte
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1:11:02What an insightful episode of The Weekly Scrap with guest host Jake Barnes, the passionate voice of 3 Point Firefighter Podcast! A dedicated advocate for improving the fire service, Jake brings his engaging style and focus on pride, training, and fitness to the mic, drawing from conversations with firefighters nationwide. With his podcast inspiring…
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Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Don’t forget to ask a question for our next First Friday Q&A. You ask the questions and we answer them. Episode Links Here’s a list of trusted organizations vetted by Kerr County Officials and non-profit leaders: Kerr County Flood Relief Fund Kerrville Area Rebuilding and Recovery Fund San…
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Weekly Scrap #315 - Scott Hewlett Hosts with guest Andrew Brassard
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1:36:40A engaging episode of The Weekly Scrap with guest host Scott Hewlett, the voice behind Multiple Calls Podcast. A 26-year veteran firefighter from Southern Ontario. His podcast, with over 300,000 listeners, delivers authentic stories about the fire service, mental health, and professional growth, making him a perfect fit to helm this episode. He’s j…
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#074 - Chris Kline - The Playbook on Stacking Bitcoin Tax Free with Bitcoin IRA
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40:55Chris Kline, co-founder & COO of Bitcoin IRA, sits down with Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) to show you how to turn the IRS into your silent stacking partner. They break down: Tax-Free BTC Forever – how Roth and SEP IRAs let your sats snowball to seven figures without kissing them goodbye to the tax man. Checkbook Control …
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Weekly Scrap #314 Guest host Jeremy Donch and Guest Larry Di Camillo
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1:32:14This was an electrifying episode of The Weekly Scrap with guest host Jeremy Donch, the powerhouse behind National Fire Radio! Jeremy is a 27-year firefighter, his passion for the fire service ignited in childhood and fueled the creation of a media empire that’s become a household name in the American fire community. National Fire Radio delivers raw…
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Oil and Gas This Week | Aug 2025 | Ep 384
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28:13Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast bp names Albert Manifold as new chairman to replace Lund https://worldoil.com/news/2025/7/21/bp-names-albert-manifold-as-new-chairman-to-replace-lund/?oly_enc_id=9574A2135245J4T SLB Completes Acquisition of ChampionX https://finance.yahoo.com/news/slb-completes-acquisition-championx-125000…
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Weekly Scrap #313 - Curt Isakson, Back to School Special
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2:55:26Joined this week by the one and only Curt Isakson and was as epic as always! It has been a wild 2025 and I was excited for the conversation and all of the possible topics that we could be discussing. He has finally hung up the fire helmet with Escambia and that was a part of the discussion as well as what the future holds for CFT and the fire servi…
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Weekly Scrap #312 - Dave Hageman, from football, to battlefield, to firegrounds
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1:33:11Joined on this episode by the one and only Dave Hageman, and I am excited for the conversation. Our planned topics include his journey through life which has been very unique. From his recruitment for football to his time at West Point... to his combat tours and time spent on the battlefield and how all of that played into his fireground and fireho…
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#073 - Rachel Silverstein & Alex Brammer - Bitfarms’ Dream Team Pivots from Bitcoin to AI
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55:15Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) sit down with Bitfarms power duo Rachel Silverstein (GC & firm-builder) and Alex Brammer (ex-Ranger turned HPC czar) to map out Bitfarms’ high-voltage pivot from pure Bitcoin mining to hyperscale AI infrastructure. They unpack how a 460 MW fleet, a gigawatt development pipeline, and a fresh $…
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Weekly Scrap #311 - Mike James, understanding the professional level
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1:27:34Joined this week by the one and only Mike James and it was a great Scrap! Our planned topics centered around mindset and mental preparation, the lessons he learned in his professional baseball career and how they translated to the fire service. We discussed the parallels to preparing for the job, and slowing down the game. The power of basics, and …
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#072 - Rajiv Khemani - How Auradine Plans to Dethrone Bitmain & MicroBT
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20:36Rajiv Khemani, co-founder & CEO of Auradine, sits down with Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) live from Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas to pull back the curtain on America’s newest 3 nm ASIC powerhouse. Auradine They break down: Hydro Hash Density – 600 TH/s packed into a 2U rack and tunable down to 13.5 J/TH for “eco-mode” efficie…
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Oil and Gas This Week | July 18 2025| Ep 383
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35:27Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast bp reports production boost, strong Q2 results from oil trading https://worldoil.com/news/2025/7/11/bp-reports-production-boost-strong-q2-results-from-oil-trading Saudi Arabia raises oil output above OPEC+ quota in rare breach https://worldoil.com/news/2025/7/11/saudi-arabia-raises-oil-out…
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Weekly Scrap #310 - Eddie Robinson, training and leadership through the ranks
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1:33:10Joined on this episode by the one and only Eddie Robinson and I am (as always) super excited. We talked about his life's journey as a firefighter. From the fire service of the 1970's all the way to today. The lessons that he learned and the things he learned to change. We discussed what to do when your department is "A shitty place to work." which …
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#071 - TJ Miller - Why TJ Miller Went Full Bitcoin
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45:16Comedian T.J. Miller (@nottjmiller) drops by to riff with Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) and Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) about getting “orange-pilled” by the Winklevoss twins, swapping war stories with Michael Saylor, and why true Bitcoiners keep stacking no matter how “frothy” the market gets. Expect unapologetic laughs, hard-won lessons on dollar-cost …
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Weekly Scrap #309 - Chris Tennyson, standards, depth and growth.
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1:10:57Joined this week by none other than Chris Tennyson and it was an awesome conversation! We talked about accountability, and how not everyone is supposed to be a firefighter. Mental health and resilience and Chris's personal story of post traumatic growth. If you have not heard it you need to tune in live. Of course the best laid plans are always bea…
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#070 - Charley Brady - BitFufu's Unique Cloud Mining Strategy
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35:37Charlie Brady of Bitfufu sits down with Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) to explore the world of cloud mining as a major revenue stream. They unpack the dynamics of Bitfufu's cloud mining operations, the strategic shift from asset-light to owning data centers, and how cloud mining is reshaping the financial landscape for bot…
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Weekly Scrap #308 - Frank Ricci, command presence.
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1:08:08It's been a long-time in the works but it is finally happening! And if you know Frank Ricci you know it was a very great time! We tried to touch on every topic in the fire service! Focusing a lot on topics from his book "Command Presence"! We then fielded questions from the audience on training, developing culture and buy-in! He closes with some ti…
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Oil and Gas This Week | July 2 2025 | Ep 382
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31:04Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Investors brace for oil price spike, rush to havens after US bombs Iran nuclear sites https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/middle-east-tensions-put-investors-alert-weighing-worst-case-scenarios-2025-06-21 U.S. calls on China to prevent Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz and disrupting g…
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Weekly Scrap #307 - Josh Wheeler on Search, Ladders and the Basics
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1:08:56Episode #307 of the Weekly Scrap as Corley Moore interviews Josh Wheeler, a 12-year fire service veteran from Rutherford County Fire Rescue in Tennessee, for an in-depth discussion on the craft. Expect a real talk on mastering the basics, the role of the senior fireman, and fostering a strong department culture through challenges. Josh will also sh…
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Weekly Scrap #306 - Mike Bernard on bastards, mentors and toxicity
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1:38:18Join a raw conversation on this episode of the Scrap, We’re going live with Captain Mike Bernard from Arbor Vitae Fire in Wisconsin. it was a blast as we fielded the audience questions, shared our thoughts, and connected with a community that’s all about growth and change. Mike’s brought a wealth of wisdom on mentorship, urging us to lift up new fi…
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Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Don’t forget to ask a question for our next First Friday Q&A. You ask the questions and we answer them. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review here. Sign up for OGGN newsletters here. Vi…
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Weekly Scrap #305 - Rob Ramirez, Creating Stress and Excellence
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1:33:30We’re beyond excited to welcome the remarkable Rob Ramirez, one of the most inspiring and knowledgeable figures in the field, to join us for a can’t-miss conversation. This episode, we’re diving deep into the world of creating artificial stress in training environments—a critical topic for anyone passionate about high-performance training. We’ll br…
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Oil and Gas This Week | June 11 2025 | Ep 380
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30:59Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Three total fatalities reported from Chevron Angola platform fire https://www.worldoil.com/news/2025/5/28/three-total-fatalities-reported-from-chevron-angola-platform-fire US drillers cut oil and gas rigs to lowest since November 2021, Baker Hughes says https://www.reuters.com/business/ene…
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Weekly Scrap #304 - Marc Davidson, small unit leadership
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1:35:26Joined on this episode by one of the original... one of the OG guests of the Scrap and I am excited for the conversation! We plan to talk about a lot of small-unit leadership! How the fire service has an obligation to invest in it's company officers and what we are getting wrong and right! Of course the audience as always, will have a lot to say ab…
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Weekly Scrap #303 - Jonathan Brumley, moving big lines
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1:10:24Joined on this episode by the one and only Jonathan Brumley, and I was very excited for the conversation! Jonathan put up with me bouncing his scrap all around to different dates, but he stuck with me and we made it happen. We talk about the challenges of advancing big lines, training methodologies, getting out of the firehouse and training in your…
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Weekly Scrap #302 - Tina Humston, on Craft and Culture
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1:14:22Joined this week by the one and only Tina Humston, we discuss training, training and more training... where her passion comes from and how to keep it focused. We will dive into the challenges of running a local conference and the lessons learned. We discuss a lot about being a female firefighter... And as always the discussion was driven by the awe…
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Oil and Gas This Week | May 21 2025 | Ep 379
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28:16Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Mark and Paige record live from the Petroleum Accountants Society of Houston’s Annual Picnic Event at St Arnolds Brewery. Aramco signs pacts worth up to $90 billion with U.S. companies https://worldoil.com/news/2025/5/14/aramco-signs-pacts-worth-up-to-90-billion-with-u-s-companies U.S. Ene…
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Weekly Scrap #301 - Jason Joannides, acquired structures and truck stuff
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1:12:25Joined this episode by the one and only Jason Joannides! I was excited for the conversation and it did not disappoint. We talked about acquired structures, setting them on fire and the challenges involved when training in them. We also got to dive into aspects of truck culture and how to build it (try not to eat the crayons) and of course... all th…
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#069 – Dan Morrison – Turning Stranded Waha Gas into Bitcoin
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54:53Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) sit down with oil-patch veteran-turned-Bitcoin-miner Dan Morrison to unpack Waha-gas economics, off-grid data centers, and why 2025 may finally be the oil-and-gas adoption year for Bitcoin mining. Show Notes 00:00 Wildlife-podcast banter, Missouri recording location, and Dan’s long-overdue ap…
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Weekly Scrap #300 - Scrap Celebration Special
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1:37:48Join us on this episode as America's Fire Chief, Scott Thompson and Rob "F'n" Fisher celebrate the milestone of reaching number 300! I had no idea what was going to happen, I just knew that it was going to be a lot of fun! I was nervous, I was excited, and it did not disappoint!!!!!By Corley Moore
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Weekly Scrap #299 - Ray McCormack Nozzles and Firemanship
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1:14:18Joined on this episode by Uncle Ray himself, Mr. Smoothbore Santa... keep fire in your life.... Ray McCormack!!! It was an awesome episode as we dive into nozzles, and what it takes to design your own signature series nozzle. We talked about his projects and get a sneak preview of what he will be releasing soon!!! And of course everything that the …
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Oil and Gas This Week | May 7 2025 | Ep 377
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33:11Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Indian Refiners Scoop Up Russian ESPO Crude as China Steps Back https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Indian-Refiners-Scoop-Up-Russian-ESPO-Crude-As-China-Steps-Back.html Germany Slams Idea of Splitting Europe’s Power Market into Zones https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/W…
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#068: Energizing Bitcoin & Ai Retreat: Tariffs, Tax Credits & the AI Power Land Rush
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Weekly Scrap #298 - Gerard Mann, Passion and Doctrine
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1:26:50Joined for this episode from the future once more, my brother from down-under... the one and only Gerard Mann. We had an amazing conversation that covered a broad range of topics! We discussed the importance of getting outside your walls, the importance of education. Passion vs. Education and the traps involved. The downside of being right and angr…
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Weekly Scrap #297 - Anthony Avillo and Fireground Strategies
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1:10:38Joined on this episode by the one and only Anthony Avillo! We discussed the release of his newly updated book... Fireground Strategies 4th Edition. It promised to be a good episode and we deep dove into gaining better control of an escalating fireground. The differences between exterior and interior size-up. The modern fire environment plus so much…
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Oil and Gas This Week | April 16 2025 | Ep 375
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25:22Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Exxon suing the California Attorney-General and several environmental groups https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/andrew-forrest-named-exxon-defamation-101551328.html Keystone oil pipeline shutdown could quickly lead to higher gasoline prices https://apnews.com/article/keystone-oil-pipeline-n…
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Weekly Scrap #296 - Benjamin Martin, leadership, burnout and toxicity
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1:37:16Joined by the one and only Dr. Benjamin, and it was a fun discussion. We talked about so much when it comes to leadership, and the dive was much deeper than all the normal cliché buzzwords. Experience Vs. Wisdom. The Ego trap. The real cause of Burnout! Devastating the morale. How damaging intentions can be... all of this was on the agenda plus eve…
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#067 - Barry Goers - From Hockey Pro to Bitcoin Documentary Producer
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1:01:24Bitcoin, Hockey, and Dirty Coin: A Chat with Barry Justin Ballard (@JLB_Oso) and Jake Corley (@jacobcorley) discuss with Barry the fascinating intersections of professional hockey, Bitcoin mining, and the creation of the 'Dirty Coin' documentary. 00:00 Painful Injuries and Embarrassing Moments 01:35 Skiing and Snowboarding Disasters 02:48 The Cost …
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Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast Petroleum Student Captures Award For Research To Reduce Fracking Expenses https://www.egr.uh.edu/news/202503/petroleum-student-captures-award-groundbreaking-research Penn State, Shell collaboration funds environmental research project https://www.psu.edu/news/altoona/story/penn-state-shell…
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Weekly Scrap #295 - Cody Trestrail, Passion and Poison
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1:51:45Joined on this episode by the one and only Cody Trestrail... he currently holds the record with the #1 most listened to Scrap of all time! You do not want to miss him coming back once more... we discuss all things about the upcoming Firemanship conference... and then move onto his passion and what drives him! His six musts for THEM.... and of cours…
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Oil and Gas This Week | April 2 2025 | Ep 273
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33:03Sponsored by Cognite – https://www.cognite.com/en/ogpodcast US oil producers face new challenges as top oilfield flags https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/us-oil-producers-face-new-challenges-top-oilfield-flags-2025-03-27 What to know about Greenpeace after the Dakota Access protest case decision https://apnews.com/article/what-is-greenpeac…
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