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The Driller NewscastThe Perception of the Drilling Industry: Tools for SuccessWhat does the drilling industry mean to you?
In Episode 136 of the Driller Newscast, join Brock Yordy alongside long-time industry professionals Robert Meyer and Dave Bowers as they discuss the importance of our industry and what we can do to ensure success.2024-12-0442 minThe Driller NewscastThankful for Groundwater ProfessionalsIn Episode 135 of the Driller Newscast, anchor Brock Yordy invites Dave Schulenberg, Director of Partner States for the NGWA. Dave is the Executive Director of 9 Groundwater Associations States and the best-selling author of a children's book on woodland animals drilling water wells, Mr. Mouse Gets a New Water Well. Dave talks about becoming a Groundwater Professional versus a good digger and the importance of being involved at the local, state, and national levels. Brock and Dave wrap up the episode by talking about what they are most thankful for in their lives and the drilling industry. They even find time to an...2024-11-2636 minThe Driller NewscastNo Sleep ’Til Brooklyn: NY-GEO is one ‘Beast’ of a ConferenceIn Episode 105, The Driller dives deep into the pivotal insights and collaborative spirit showcased at the 2024 NY-GEO Conference in Albany, New York, as well as the upcoming Brooklyn NY-GEO conference you won’t want to miss. Host Brock Yordy and Dave Bowers from the Geothermal Well Driller Apprenticeship of Local 150 of the IUOE dissect the criticality of geothermal conferences, the surge in workforce development, and the innovative strategies for family drilling companies to tackle large projects. The episode also features Editor in Chief Sammy Hager's debut event impressions, spotlighting the Women in Geothermal (WING) initiative and projecting an exhilarating future fo...2024-04-1223 minThe Driller NewscastWinter Weather Safety & What to Know About Drilling for GSHPIn this week’s news, Brock Yordy talks about the importance of cold weather safety. Episode 94 features an open discussion between drill trainers Brock Yordy & Dave Bowers on what it takes to be successful in drilling boreholes for ground source heat pumps.2024-01-2630 minThe Driller NewscastHappy Thanksgiving from Mr. Mouse and Dave SchulenbergWe welcome back this week Dave Schulenberg, the director of partner states for the National Ground Water Association (NGWA). But … today’s episode shines the spotlight on Schulenberg’s other work as a children’s book author. He wrote “The Adventure of Mr. Mouse” in 2021, and has returned with a prequel sure to warm the burly hearts of groundwater professionals everywhere. Host Brock Yordy talks to him about “Mr. Mouse Gets a Well” and delivering the message of groundwater to young people.This editorial podcast is brought to you by:2023-11-1625 minThe Driller NewscastLaying the Workforce Foundation for Drilling, GroundwaterThis episode focuses on developing the future workforce in drilling, groundwater and other trades. First, host Brock Yordy talks to Ben Frech and Dave Schulenberg of the National Ground Water Association about the group’s workforce efforts. Then, we talk to Kevin Mossman Sr., president of Mossman Enterprises, and his son, Kevin Mossman Jr., who is still in sixth-grade but passionate about going into the groundwater industry.2023-06-2243 min
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysBreaking News on Sackett Vs EPA determinationIn this Breaking News Clip, Brock talks about the May 25, 2023, determination by the Supreme Court to side with the Sacketts and slow to go further by calling the 2022 WOTUS rules inconsistent and overreaching. If you enjoy this short, go to TheDriller.com - The Driller Newscast. EP 64 will be exclusively about the Sackets vs. The EPA. Driller Newscast Intro Outro2023-05-2610 minThe Driller NewscastElevating Professionalism in Drilling and GroundwaterToday’s episode gets into the perception of drillers within and outside of the groundwater industry. Anchor Brock Yordy interviews Dave Schulenberg of NGWA about his upcoming talk on the subject at Groundwater Week. We also have a featured professional interview with Mike Steffen of Steffen Well Drilling. It’s episode 39.
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DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysThe Driller.com Newscast Replay EP 19 - NGWA President Brian SneltenIn episode 19, anchor Brock Yordy runs down the importance of sunblock to your safety arsenal, then interviews National Ground Water Association (NGWA) President Brian Snelton about education and serving the industry.Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-09-2534 minDRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLER CAST SEASON 3 EP 2 - TRAINING - DRILLING GEOTHERMAL - NEW CDL DRIVERSBrock and Dave Talk - Suicide awareness and prevention. Drilling Geothermal and CDL requirements. Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-09-241h 43
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysThe Driller.com Newscast EP 21 REPLAY GEOTHERMAL - Garen Ewbank talks Drilling & The Viability of GeothermalIn EP 21 Replay we wrap up our talk with geothermal industry expert Garen Ewbank expects big things for geothermal soon as New York and other states push to reduce their carbon footprints.Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-08-3137 min
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysThe Driller.com Newscast EP 20 REPLAY GEOTHERMAL GURUS EGG and EWBANKSIn episode 20, anchor Brock Yordy talks to geothermal industry experts Garen Ewbank of Ewbank Geo Testing and Jay Egg of Egg Geo. In this week’s safety segment, we remind equipment operators of the risks of working alone on a job site.To hear the latest episode of TheDriller.com Newscast go to the Driller Website to https://www.thedriller.com/articles/topic/10112?page=1Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-08-2444 min
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysTheDriller.com Newscast Ep 10 Replay - Part 3 Hiring the Next GenerationIn episode 10, anchor Brock Yordy wraps up his three-part series on bringing younger generations into drilling and construction, then interviews professor Jim Smith of Ontario’s Fleming College.Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-08-2445 min
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysThe Driller.com Newscast EP 8 Hiring The Next Generation and Orphan Wells FundingIn episode 8, anchor Brock Yordy gets into the important topics of plugging orphan oil & gas wells and recruiting new hires, and then interviews driller Robert Coon.Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-08-2432 min
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysTheDriller.com Newscast EP 9 Newscast Replay Part 2 Hiring the Next GenerationIn episode 9, anchor Brock Yordy gets in-depth on the “entitled” reputation of generation Z, and then interviews driller Dwayne Graff of Well Initiatives Limited.Driller Newscast Intro Outro2022-08-2439 minThe Driller NewscastWhat to Look for in a New Drilling, Construction HireIn episode 16 of The Driller Newscast, anchor Brock Yordy discusses the qualities that can help a person succeed in the drilling industry with Dave Bowers, instructor with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 AFL-CIO, Apprentice and Skill Improvement Program. Lots of people could be drillers, but the industry struggles to get them to choose drilling over other trades.
This editorial podcast is brought to you by:2022-06-1735 minThe Driller NewscastHard Hats for Drillers, Plus Western Water FightsIn episode 2 of our new weekly news program, anchor and drilling expert Brock Yordy has tips for hard hat safety, updates on western U.S. water rights fights, and an interview with driller, safety trainer and The Driller columnist Dave Bowers.2022-03-1124 minDRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysNew Hire Milestones and How to retain your team: Brock and Dave DrillerCast Season 3 Ep1In the first episode of season 3 Brock and Dave talk about what it takes to retain new hires and give them milestones. 2022-03-031h 32DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDrillerCast: What changes do we want to see in 2022. End of Season 2In the final episode of the year, Brock and Dave talk about expectations of 2022, Training for the infrastructure bill, well design versus pipelines, and what meaningful change do we want to see in 2022. 2022-01-061h 15DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDrillerCast: Brock & Dave - OSHA Regulations are written in Blood.In this episode, Brock and Dave talk about safety, OSHA regulations, Fall Protection, and Christmas. 2021-12-131h 09DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysBrock and Dave - Be Thankful for our PEOPLEBrock and Dave talk about the great resignation and the value of the team. It's all about our people. 2021-11-241h 18DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDrillerCast Brock and Dave Finally Talk Drilling!Brock and Dave make a friendly wager on college football that turns the Podcast into a who can stump who in drilling questions. 2021-09-271h 12DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDrillerCast: Back from Hiatus. Reason for Labor Day and Culture of work.In episode 12 Brock and Dave discuss the August Hiatus. Next, they talk about the purpose of Labor Day and developing work culture. 2021-09-221h 20DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - SITE EVALUATION AND UNEXPECTED SITUATIONS BEFORE DRILLINGIn this episode, Dave and Brock discuss the importance of evaluating everything that can impact a project before it starts. 2021-07-171h 44DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - A DADS INFLUENCE - CHEERS TO FATHERS DAY - LEADER DRINK LAST CROSSOVERBrock, Dave, and Jake cheers Driller Dads and the industry. 2021-06-201h 22
Leaders Drink LastLeaders Drink Last - A DADS INFLUENCE - CHEERS TO FATHERS DAY - Drillercast CrossoverBrock, Dave, and Jake talk about a father's influence on leadership and the construction industry. 2021-06-191h 27DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST FINDING THE RIGHT CANDIDATEIn season 2 Episode 8 Dave and Brock discuss qualifying candidates for drilling companies and what it takes to retain future candidates. 2021-05-251h 39
DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysNew Podcast LEADERS DRINK LAST EPISODE 1Find new episodes at Leaders Drink Last on any podcast platform. In Episode 1 - Jacob Fletcher and Brock Yordy discuss leadership from their first job and beyond. The discussion further expands into leadership experience from the field. https://leadersdrinklast.comhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/17618422021-05-251h 28DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - DRILLING FIELD CAMP AT WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITYBrock and Dave welcome instructor Tom Howe from Western Michigan University to discuss Drilling Field Camp at Western Michigan University. 2021-05-101h 11DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - When to make a change on a problematic project.When do you make a change on a problem project? Brock and Dave discuss when to make a change and why. 2021-04-211h 23DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysQUIKCAST - Greatest Generation - Flying - Drones in ConstructionWe talk about the Greatest Generation and Drones in Construction 2021-04-1321 minDRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - Drilling Generations and How They Interact.Brock and Dave discuss the difference and drilling generations and employees approach their job. 2021-04-131h 43DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST - I CAN DRILL FASTER THAN YOU: Becoming a competent Driller and LeaderIn episode 7 Brock and Dave talk about when they felt like a competent driller and how to be a great leader. 2021-03-301h 11DRILLERCAST & TheDriller.com Newscast ReplaysDRILLERCAST- ASK BROCK 100th EPISODE - Applying KnowledgeIn Episode 6 Brock and Dave discuss the video blog series ASK BROCK hitting 100 episodes and Applying Knowledge 2021-03-102h 10