A science guy from the deep south (Destin) and a humanities guy from the wild west (Matt Whitman) discuss deep questions with varying levels of maturity.
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Welcome to Energy 101 with Julie McLelland and Jacob Stiller. Join us on our mission to help raise the world's energy IQ.
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Really smart people entertain our curiosity.
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Hi! It's Mel. As the youngest & baby of the ABG trio, I have a lot of questions about everything. I've been told I ask the things people are afraid to ask (because they're afraid to look dumb 😅). In this show, there is no such thing as dumb questions ;) and just an exploration of my curiosity about life. From those random shower thoughts, that personal question buried deep, to those random in between moments, we’re going to explore all of those in No Dumb Questions with Mel. No Dumb Question ...
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There's no such thing as a dumb question, right? But when it comes to your finances, you need to start somewhere! Hosted by financial advisors Paul Lane and Brendan Hayes, our show highlights the latest in the business world and also provides useful tips and guidance to help you become more knowledgeable about your finances.
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Join veteran journalist Connell McShane, and veteran financial advisor Doug Flynn, CFP, on a quest toward financial literacy as they discuss news you can use to educate yourself on personal finance and investment strategies.
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215 - Blueprint to Break Basketball's Scoring Record
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53:29Thanks for considering supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Teamwork Paul Westphal Nikola Jokic Highest scoring NBA games Isaiah Thomas Bill Laimbeer Scott Hastings D-Mac and Big Al Troy University DeVry University Troy State vs DeVry - Secret …
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Why Roughnecks Hate the Safety Guy (And Need Him)
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1:21:22Ever wondered what really goes into keeping oilfield workers safe? We put an HSE specialist on the spot with all the “dumb” questions, like what happens if there’s H2S in the air, or whether bison herds are actually a thing on site. David Valerio from DNOW breaks down safety in plain English, mixing serious insight with plenty of laughs. From OSHA …
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214 - Who Saved the Most Lives?
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1:01:11THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You'll notice that there's no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Alvin York The Manhattan Project Thomas Crapper Mohenjo-Daro and its sewer system Black D…
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Why We’re Fracking the Same Wells Twice (And It Actually Works)
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56:30Refracs might sound like something out of an engineer’s fever dream, but Bob Barba makes it surprisingly simple and honestly, kind of fascinating. He breaks down how giving old wells a “second frack” can unlock massive untapped potential, boost production, and make better use of what’s already in the ground. Jacob and Julie throw their usual mix of…
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The Real Reason Our Power Grid Keeps Failing
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48:52AI and Bitcoin mining’s gotten a bad rap when it comes to power use, but what if it’s actually helping reshape the grid? We sat down with Haley Juarez from Pioneer Miner to unpack how mining, AI, and high-performance computing are shaking up energy demand and what that means for grids like ERCOT and MISO. From nuclear to hydrogen, vertical farming …
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Coring is one of those parts of energy that doesn’t get much spotlight but makes everything else possible. Courtney Rubin from Baker Hughes breaks it down in a way that’s easy to follow, showing how pulling rock samples tells us what’s really happening underground and why that matters for oil, gas, and even the future of energy. From wildcat wells …
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Why Oil Companies Are Always Short on Cash
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43:10Philip Reed, better known as the "OFS Finance Guy," isn’t afraid to tell it like it is when it comes to money in the oilfield. Between explaining invoice factoring in plain English, sharing war stories about sketchy collections, and breaking down why AR headaches can make or break a company, he had us laughing and learning the whole way through. Hi…
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212 - Should Alabama Ban the Infinite Scroll?
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1:19:24THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You'll notice that there's no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: The Skinner Box Proverbs 5:8 Veritasium – Why Trees Are Taller Than They Need to Be The A…
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Inside the Life-Saving World of Well Control
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51:51Well control is one of those topics that sounds super technical, but it’s basically about keeping a well safe and under control when you’re drilling. Dana Varisco and Ryan Hays from Well Control School explain it in a way that makes sense, even if you’re not living on a rig every day. We cover why blowout preventers are such a big deal, how teamwor…
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Why Digitizing Energy Infrastructure Is So Hard
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1:12:22Sean Kelley knows that digital tools aren’t just shiny add-ons, they’re the backbone of how energy companies can work smarter and faster. In this conversation, Jacob and Julie dig into the real ways technology is cutting inefficiencies, like replacing clunky paper forms with sleek digital systems or using AI to help leaders make decisions with conf…
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Can Technology Make Drinking Water From Thin Air?
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47:17Turning air into water sounds like science fiction, but that’s exactly what SkyH2O is doing. We sat down with Terell Jones to unpack how atmospheric water generation works and why it’s a big deal for solving global water scarcity. From disaster relief efforts to keeping farms, factories, and even tech companies supplied with clean water, this break…
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Data is Energy's Most Untapped Resource
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53:58Spreadsheets, SCADA systems, terabytes of old data, and a surprising amount of laughter, this one has it all. Jacob and Julie sat down with Bobby Neelon from Drill Down Analytics to finally ask the “dumb” questions most people are too shy to bring up about energy, oil and gas, and the mysterious world of data. Bobby breaks down how companies actual…
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211 - Matt's Childhood Hero Signed His _______
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1:08:10THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You'll notice that there's no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Reliant K Jars of Clay Five Iron Frenzy Journey - Separate Ways Toto - Hold the Line Foo …
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Wireline isn’t your average day job, it’s long shifts, high stakes, and a whole lot of grit. Massiel Diez pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like running wireline operations, from handling heavy-duty equipment to surviving brutal weather and the pressure of big jobs like fishing and perforating. She shares stories from the field that are eq…
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210 - What Is Nuclear Radiation?
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How Fracking Made Energy Affordable Again
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1:02:01Fracking might sound complicated, but it’s basically a wild mix of science, engineering, and more than a few surprising stories. We sat down with Justin G. Hayes from FLOW Partners to talk through what fracking actually is, how sand and water make it work, and why it’s been such a game-changer for the energy industry. Along the way, we bust myths, …
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Large language models like ChatGPT are changing the game, and in this episode, we’re unpacking how they’re shaking up industries and everyday tasks. From predicting your next word to transforming how we search for information, these models are much more than just the next Google. We dive into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity are becom…
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How West Texas Took Over Global Energy
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58:29Ever wondered about the Permian Basin or how oil really works? In this episode of Energy 101, Jacob and Julie ask the "dumb questions" so you don't have to! Joined by expert Shad Frazier, Senior VP of U.S. Onshore Operations at Apache, they explore everything from the history of the oil industry to the secrets of the Midland culture. Learn about th…
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209 - First Day Teaching College
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208 - Sneaking Photos of Other People
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1:09:28THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You'll notice that there's no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Sony Mavica Frontline - The Merchants of Cool Robert D. Putnam - Bowling Alone Viacom Mas…
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207 - What is a Von Neumann Probe?
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1:45:02TO LAUNCH US ON A VON NEUMANN PROBE please consider supporting on Patreon: - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Francisco Pizarro Vasco Núñez de Balboa Hernán Cortés Sir Walter Raleigh Fountain of Youth Chief Tuscaloosa This Little Piggy Sailed to America Ossabaw Island Ossa…
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206 - How Many Ways Can You Make a Thing Fly?
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1:38:04To Make us Fly please consider supporting on Patreon: - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Marigolds Berry Daring Trixi Impatiens Zinnia Dianthus Lantana Ornithopter Wind up flying bird Lift to Drag Ratio Gliders Nature's Incredible ROTATING MOTOR (It's Electric!) - Smarter …
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205- So Do I Have the Job or What?!
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1:23:52IF WE GOT THE JOB please consider supporting on Patreon: - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Armadillos Ice Cream Shoppe McDonald's Workforce Preparedness Study McDonald's Corporate Website Forbes - Managers don't want to hire Gen Z workers Fortune - The soft skills crisis …
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NOTICE: Please listen to this first before sharing it with kids. We deal with some serious stuff in this episode. Thanks. Please consider supporting on Patreon: - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: The Office - Lion King Grief Episode Assisted Dying Now Accounts for 1 in 20 …
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Markets Are Crazy: You Shouldn't Be! No Dumb Questions Podcast with Connell McShane and Doug Flynn, CFP. Ep. 10
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20:23Send us a text In this special edition of the No Dumb Questions podcast, Connell McShane and Doug Flynn discussed the importance of financial literacy, long-term investing, and the cyclical nature of the market. They emphasized the need for portfolio rebalancing and diversification, the importance of separating short-term and long-term money, and t…
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202 - What's Your Favorite Painting?
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47:36Please consider supporting on Patreon: - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Inklings Book Club Lester Del Rey The Runaway Robot by Lester Del Rey Trap Door Spiders book club Van Gogh Has a Broken Heart by Russ Ramsey Vincent Van Gogh The Art Thieves by Rooktown Salvador Dalí…
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201 - We Like It When People Check Us Out
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How To Become Financially Literate In 4 Easy Steps! No Dumb Questions with Connell McShane and Doug Flynn, CFP. Ep. 9
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24:19Send us a text Doug and Connell discussed the importance of financial literacy and basic steps to improve it, emphasizing the need to start early and take advantage of employer-matched retirement funds. They also highlighted the importance of managing credit card debt, building a retirement account, creating an emergency fund, and paying off debt s…
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199 - "Learn to CODE," they said. NOW WHAT?!
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1:33:28Get an email when we upload: https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PATRONS patreon.com/nodumbquestions You'll notice that there's no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: 147-Can AI Fool You? Uncanny Valley Yo…
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Why the Democrats Lost... And What It Means For Your Money. No Dumb Questions with Connell McShane and Doug Flynn, CFP. Ep. 8
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25:40Send us a text This podcast covered discussions on the changing political landscape and its impact on business and investment, particularly focusing on the shift in perception of the Democratic party and the influence of the tech industry on politics. The conversation also explored the mindset of successful business people, their political affiliat…
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