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Energy Espresso is a unique and engaging podcast that intersects the dynamic world of energy solutions with the rich culture of coffee. Each episode aims to enlighten and energize its audience with insightful discussions on energy, engaging interviews with key industry executives, and a delightful exploration of various coffee brands and types.

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August 13, 202647 min

Ep.35 | Osama Rizvi on What Pakistan’s Solar Boom Means for the Future of Energy

PetroNoia host Dan Romito sits down with Osama Rizvi, global product and market strategist at Primary Vision, to unpack what Pakistan’s rapid solar adoption can teach us about the future of energy. From cheaper solar technology and changing energy economics to grid challenges, EVs, and battery storage, they explore what these shifts mean for businesses, consumers, and energy leaders navigating an increasingly complex market. The energy transition isn’t one-size-fits-all. So what can other markets learn from Pakistan? Tune in to the full conversation. 00:00 Podcast Intro 00:39 Meet Osama Rizvi 01:14 Osama Background 03:05 Why Global South Matters 06:07 Pakistan Solar Boom 08:26 Multilevel Framework 12:23 Lessons From Solar Shift 13:35 Complex Systems Explained 15:47 Energy Transitions Portfolio 18:03 Equity And Emissions 22:08 Scalability Reality Check 24:40 Energy Additions Not Swaps 26:35 Coal Reality Check 28:41 Global South Priorities 29:45 Pakistan Solar and EV Economics 31:58 Green Lockdowns and Smog Fixes 33:43 UK vs Pakistan Regulation 37:04 Net Zero Timelines Debate 40:53 Water and Minerals First 43:56 Battery Storage Outlook 46:04 Three Takeaways and Wrap

July 15, 202653 min

#47. Marshall Adkins on Oil, Geopolitics, and the Future of Natural Gas

The biggest risks in energy may still lie ahead. In this episode of Energy Espresso, Jim Wicklund sits down with Marshall Adkins, Managing Director and Head of Energy Investment Banking at Raymond James, to discuss how the Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz concerns, and shifting global demand have driven oil prices back toward $75. Is the market underestimating what comes next? They explore why crude prices remained relatively resilient despite supply disruptions, China’s role in balancing the market, and what’s next for oil, inflation, and U.S. production. The conversation also highlights the long-term growth outlook for natural gas, fueled by LNG exports, data centers, and expanding energy infrastructure. 00:00 Welcome And Setup 00:52 Ceasefire Ends Oil Jumps 03:17 Supply Losses And Skepticism 05:44 Unprecedented Disruptions 06:52 China Demand Management 09:46 Refinery Outages Crack Spreads 11:10 Why Oil Stayed Low 12:42 Inventory Math Breakdown 16:52 Tank Bottoms Explained 20:12 Politics And SPR Refill 21:04 Glut From Trapped Barrels 23:41 Hormuz Control And Iran 25:51 Iran Regime And Public Optics 27:01 IRGC Survival Logic 27:54 Hormuz Rerouting Timeline 29:09 Product Shortages Inflation 30:35 Trump Middle East Leverage 32:06 Drill Baby Drill Limits 34:55 Oil Market Glut Dynamics 37:21 Gas Demand Surge Ahead 44:13 Pipelines Unlock Supply 47:42 Energy Powers Growth 51:57 Final Takeaways Volatility

April 7, 20261 hr 0 min

#46. Maritime Decarbonization, Flexible Fuels & Port Hubs

Can shipping decarbonize without a clear fuel winner? Live from the Baker Hughes Annual Meeting in Florence, Energy Espresso host Jim Wicklund sits down with Raimondo Giavi, VP, Hydrogen at Baker Hughes; Carlo Luzzatto, CEO of RINA; and Claire Wright, Senior Vice President of Hanwha Ocean Europe, to unpack the future of maritime decarbonization. They discuss regulatory uncertainty between the EU and IMO, the rise of green shipping corridors and port hubs, and why flexibility, through dual-fuel systems, efficiency gains, and adaptable turbine technology, may be the industry’s most realistic path forward. 00:00 Welcome From Florence 00:30 Meet The Guests 01:31 Maritime Rules And ETS 06:59 Net Zero And Flexibility 09:56 Ship Design And Efficiency 12:55 Energy Density Reality Check 15:12 Baker Hughes Gas Turbines 20:29 Certification And Proven Tech 22:41 Ports Bunkering And Corridors 28:00 Top Global Port Hubs 29:53 Pathways To Zero Fuels 30:16 Ammonia and Offsets 31:13 Fuel Competition Crunch 32:43 Piggybacking Infrastructure 33:30 Efficiency as Hero 34:39 Hydrogen Blending Reality 36:27 Green Hydrogen Economics 38:28 Materials and Repurposing 39:20 Value Chain Collaboration 40:51 Innovation Hubs and TRL 44:36 Building Trust and Culture 52:00 Data Sharing Barriers 55:37 AI for Operations

March 31, 202627 min

#45. EEP Things I Learned This Week

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March 24, 202624 min

#44. Oil to $40? Spare Capacity, Demand & LNG Volatility

What Moves Oil: $40 or $60? On the Energy Espresso Podcast, host Jim Wicklund sits down with Jan Stuart, Global Energy Economist at Piper Sandler, to break down what could actually move oil prices. After talk of $40 oil, Stuart pushes back, arguing it would take a recession-level shock and missteps from OPEC+. Instead, he sees ~$60 with upside, pointing to tight spare capacity, steady demand, and low inventories, while also unpacking LNG volatility and a potential near-term glut. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:45 Elevator Oil Trader Story 01:37 Can Oil Hit 40 02:04 Iran Risk and Spare Capacity 02:55 Global Demand Growth Outlook 04:05 Surplus Debate and NGLs 04:20 OPEC Plus Adds Barrels Back 05:44 Thin Spare Capacity Reality 07:26 Just In Case Stockpiling 08:30 Putting a Price Forecast 10:25 Why Not 100 Dollar Oil 11:19 Tier Two Tech Upside 11:57 Oil Price Reality Check 12:50 Global Supply Shifts 13:15 Europe Net Zero Backlash 14:37 LNG Export Boom Risks 15:10 Early Signs Of Glut 17:42 China Power Mix Reality 19:11 Cheap Power Wins 20:07 Clearing LNG With Price 22:31 Tech Squeezes Margins 23:45 Wrap Up And Thanks

March 10, 202642 min

#43. Loren Singletary on AI Power Demand, Iran Risk & Deepwater

Can the energy system keep up with AI power demand, and rising geopolitical risk? Live from Daniel Energy Partners’ Thrive Event at Houston’s Daikin Field, Energy Espresso host Jim Wicklund sits down with Loren Singletary, Vice President-Global Accounts and Investor Relations at National Oilwell Varco, to break down oil price uncertainty tied to Middle East tensions and the Strait of Hormuz , the coming surge in U.S. gas demand , and the infrastructure challenges standing in the way. They also explore deepwater’s comeback, LNG market shifts, and why pipeline bottlenecks, especially out of the Marcellus, could shape the next phase of U.S. energy growth 00:00 Welcome and Banter 00:56 Geopolitics Driving Oil 01:23 Strait of Hormuz Risks 03:20 Politics and Price Targets 04:15 Oil Price History 05:12 Forecasting and Boone 07:09 Gas Demand Surge 09:30 Pipelines and Permitting 12:27 All of the Above Energy 13:30 SMRs and AI Timing 14:34 NOV Leadership Shift 15:05 Deepwater Returns 16:13 Rigs and Day Rates 17:16 Where to Drill Next 19:21 Geoscience Breakthroughs 20:46 Evolution of Drilling Tech 21:37 Consolidation And Completion Science 22:28 Automated Rigs And Bigger Hookloads 23:51 Automation Versus Robotics 24:38 Safety Driven By Operators 25:29 Rig Supply Dayrates And Discipline 28:02 Bananas And Water Disposal Earthquakes 31:06 Treating Produced Water Economics 32:55 Power Crunch Data Centers And Coal 34:14 Ohio Mega Gas Plant And Scale 36:04 2026 Risks Gas Prices And Saudi Capacity 41:43 Wrap Up And Thanks

January 20, 202644 min

#42. A New Chapter: Jim Wicklund Takes the Mic with Energy Espresso

A new chapter begins for The Energy Espresso Podcast ☕ In this special transition episode, Dave Bosco announces his departure and passes the mic to industry veteran Jim Wicklund. Together, they reflect on the evolution of oil and gas, the role of natural gas, and what lies ahead for the industry. Plus, Jim shares his vision for the podcast and previews his first episode. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:02 Jim Wicklund's Career Journey 05:01 Industry Insights and Technological Advancements 11:03 The Future of Energy and Natural Gas 18:01 Reflections on the Energy Espresso Podcast 23:08 Vision for the Future of the Podcast 24:17 Industry Insights and Education Goals 25:25 Media Misunderstandings and Industry Realities 25:47 Venezuela's Oil Industry Challenges 28:22 The Importance of Hydrocarbons 37:04 Personal Reflections and Future Plans 40:39 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

January 6, 2026Episode 4145 min

#41. PWR-HR | Reengineering Grid Reliability with Paddy Finn and Del Hilber

Can the grid keep up with the future of energy?PWR-HR, a segment of the Energy Espresso Podcast, is back, this time live from Daniel Energy Partners BBQ in Midland, with hosts Dave Bosco and Travis Simmering setting the stage before diving into the future of the grid.Joining them are Paddy Finn, Co-founder, CEO & CTO of VIOTAS, and Del Hilber, Managing Director of VIOTAS Texas , as they break down as they break down key topics like demand-side solutions, flexible industrial loads, distributed generation, and data center growth—and what it all means for grid reliability in the ERCOT market.Tune in now!00:00 Introduction to Energy Espresso Podcast00:45 Live from the DEP BBQ in Midland, Texas01:43 Special Guests: Paddy Finn and Del Hilber02:16 Understanding TIS and Its Market Impact03:44 The Importance of Customer Relationships07:00 Technical Insights and Innovations17:31 Global Market Strategies and Expansion24:04 Building a Resilient Energy Portfolio24:18 The Role of Renewables in Texas24:47 Technological Advancements and Team Expertise25:59 Customer Trust and Flexibility26:28 The Future of Open-Source Data in Energy29:48 Challenges and Opportunities in Grid Management35:15 Regulatory Changes and Market Dynamics44:28 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions

December 9, 2025Episode 4042 min

#40. Safety Innovations in Oil & Gas with Josh Jones

How do you protect high-risk operations when every second counts? Join host Dave Bosco and guest Josh Jones from AFEX Fire Suppression Systems as they explore the critical role of fire suppression systems in the oil & gas sector. Recorded live from the Daniel Energy Partners Barbecue in the Permian Basin, Josh shares how Apex evolved from forestry roots to becoming a key safety partner in energy. With practical insights on reducing risks and protecting assets in high-hazard environments, this episode offers a clear look at the future of safety and innovation in the industry. 00:00 Welcome to Energy Espresso 01:08 Introduction to AFEX and Fire Suppression Systems 04:44 The Genesis and Evolution of AFEX 11:07 Josh's Journey into the Oil and Gas Industry 17:33 Global Expansion and Challenges 22:14 Fire Suppression in Mining and Oil & Gas 22:38 Global Team and Market Expansion 24:16 Management Style and Team Culture 28:17 Industry Challenges and Innovations 32:26 Leadership and Industry Evolution 41:01 Podcast Conclusion and Final Thoughts

September 23, 20251 hr 9 min

#39. Revolutionizing Energy Management with Del Hilber

How tech and leadership are reshaping the future of energy? In this episode of The Energy Espresso , host Dave Bosco sits down with Del Hilber from VIOTAS, who flew in from Baltimore to Houston, to share his journey from Constellation Energy to his current role. Del offers sharp insights on demand-side management, renewable integration, and the power of corporate culture to spark innovation . Grab your coffee and hear Del’s unique perspective on the Texas energy market, regulatory changes, and lessons learned from Ireland’s renewable boom. Don’t miss this deep dive into how technology and strong leadership are redefining energy management! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:16 Weather and Travel Banter 01:01 Energizing the Conversation with Coffee 02:04 Del's Journey in the Energy Sector 02:58 Demand Response and Business Ventures 04:40 Transition to TIS and Current Role 07:24 TIS Overview and Global Presence 09:13 Understanding Qualified Scheduling Entities (QSE) 12:16 Technology and Market Participation 20:29 Regulatory Changes and Market Dynamics 27:14 Ireland's Energy Market and Lessons for Texas 37:18 The Uncertainty of Future Programs 37:30 Data Center Challenges and Solutions 38:06 Navigating the Energy Market 39:27 Supply Chain and Regulatory Hurdles 41:20 The Importance of Grid Resiliency 57:21 Leadership and Team Building 01:08:33 Conclusion and Future Outlook