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Hosted by Travis McCaughey · business · EN-US
Welcome to The Crude Cast , the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the oil and gas industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or exploring the industry for the first time, our podcast offers a unique window into the diverse roles, challenges, and opportunities within this dynamic field. In each episode, we dive deep into: Expert Interviews : Conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and experts who share their knowledge and experiences on effective communication, teamwork, and leadership. Real-World Stories : Relatable accounts from the field that highlight the essential soft skills needed to thrive in the oil and gas sector. Educational Insights : Practical advice and strategies for improving collaboration, navigating tough conversations, and fostering a positive work environment. Industry Exploration : Discover the varie
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to The Crude Cast, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the oil and gas industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or exploring the industry for the first time, our podcast offers a unique window into the diverse roles, challenges, and opportunities within this dynamic field.
The Crude Cast is hosted by Travis McCaughey. The show has published 52 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Why Good Workers Make Bad Decisions - Ian Collins on Safety, HOP & Wellbeing - Ep. #52" (15 October 2026, 60 minutes), "What Is Nondestructive Testing (NDT)? A Career In Inspections - Marty Anderson - Ep.# 51" (16 September 2026, 65 minutes), and "From ExxonMobil to the Future of Energy Careers - Jack Balagia - Ep. #50" (27 August 2026, 33 minutes).
The Crude Cast publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 49 minutes across 52 episodes.
Booking probability for The Crude Cast is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Crude Cast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Crude Cast's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Crude Cast are Oil & Gas Extraction. The Crude Cast has a business audience.
Travis McCaughey hosts The Crude Cast, a business podcast with 52 episodes published.
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Send us Fan Mail Ian Collins spent his early career on drill floors offshore Western Australia before moving into safety after witnessing a fatality during his first hitch in a Singapore shipyard. Today, Ian runs...
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Send us Fan Mail Marty Anderson has spent more than 40 years in welding, inspection, and nondestructive testing. In this episode, Marty breaks down what NDT is, why qualified inspectors matter, how automation and AI are...
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Send us Fan Mail Take a moment to rate and review—it helps us reach more listeners like you. Jack Balagia went from representing energy companies as a young lawyer to serving as Vice President and General Counsel of...
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Send us Fan Mail How do you go from driving a cement truck at Halliburton to becoming one of the energy industry's most respected consultants? In Episode #49 of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with Dan Arthur...
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Send us Fan Mail Jay Young, CEO of King Operating and author of The Upside of Oil and Gas Investing , joins The Crude Cast to explain how oil and gas investing works, what makes a project valuable, and why deal...
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Crude Cast, Travis McCaughey talks with Jace Graham about mineral rights, royalty interests, and how mineral deals work in the oil and gas industry. Jace explains the difference...
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with Russell Van Brocklen to break down dyslexia in a way that actually matters on the job—especially in high-risk, procedure-driven work like oil...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with Renee Hastings , President and CEO of Executive Help Now , to talk about delegation, leadership, and why no successful business is built alone...
Send us Fan Mail ☝️ 📩 Have Oil and Gas Questions? Text the show! In this conversation, Travis McCaughey and Jason D'Souza discuss the complexities of the oil and gas industry, particularly focusing on the legal aspects...
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Send us Fan Mail ☝️ 📩 Have Oil and Gas Questions? Text the show! In this episode of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with James Kell—carpenter turned entrepreneur—to explore how motivation, recognition, and psychology...
Send us Fan Mail ☝️ 📩 Have Oil and Gas Questions? Text the show! In this episode of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with Stephanie Hajducek—project specialist at Enbridge and founder of This One’s for the Gals . From...
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Send us Fan Mail In this gritty and honest episode of The Crude Cast , we sit down with Russell Wilson, a longtime driller, tool pusher, and all-around oilfield veteran. From high-tech hydrate experiments on the slope...
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we interview Daniel Moseley from Distran USA about a ground breaking gas leak detection camera that uses ultrasonic imaging to "see" sound. Daniel explains how the technology stacks up...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Crude Cast , Jon Collins, an instrument technician with over 12 years in oil and gas, shares his journey from leaving college to leading complex instrumentation projects on the...
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Send us Fan Mail Harnessing Impatience: Turning Eager Energy into an Oilfield Asset Impatience isn’t just a challenge—it’s untapped potential waiting to be leveraged. In the oilfield, where efficiency and innovation are...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Crude Cast , Travis sits down with Matt Serafine, a seasoned oilfield operator whose path into the industry is anything but typical. From painting houses and cooking offshore to...
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Send us Fan Mail Mastering Public Speaking in the Oilfield: Practical Skills for Real-World Impact Clear communication can be the difference between success and failure. Public speaking in this industry isn’t about...
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Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode, Ceola Hart, a Remote Pipeline Controller, shares her career journey from retail to the oil and gas industry, highlighting the critical role she plays in ensuring safe...
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Send us Fan Mail The Power of Feedback In an industry where precision, safety, and efficiency define success, feedback isn’t just a tool—it’s a necessity. But simply sharing observations isn’t enough. The real impact...
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Send us Fan Mail Managing Argumentative Behavior in Oil and Gas In a high-pressure industry like oil and gas, conflicts can flare up as quickly as a gas well under pressure. While disagreements can be disruptive, they...
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Senior Director of Voting and Democracy, King Operating Corporations
educator, advocate, and champion for shame-free learning, NYS Senate-Funded Dyslexia Researcher
CEO, Inspirational Speaker, Podcast Host, and Philanthropist, Executive Help Now!
Robotics Technical Director, Jacobs Engineering UK
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