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Successful Not SatisfiedThe Visionary and the Implementor: Growing a Successful BusinessKen Miller knew an internship at Texas Instruments at the age of seventeen would lead to owning a company. Today, Ken leads a team of 35 at Erdos Miller and talks about what it takes to lead a company to grow.
*Note: Episodes 1 through 9 of Successful Not Satisfied were recorded between April to June 20212022-09-2134 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 15: Survey Corrections with Superior QCThis is the last episode concluding our season 3 of the podcast. We interview President Chad Hanak about his entrepreneurial journey for Superior QC and get Ryan's industry perspective. Check out Superior QC: https://superiorqc.com/2021-12-0828 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 14: Drilling Fluids BreakdownKen and David interview Drilling Fluid Engineer Michael Ashcraft to hear his perspective. 2021-11-3030 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 13: RSS BreakdownKen and David run through RSS systems and where they stand in the marketplace. 2021-11-0323 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 12: MWD 2021 Survey Prediction ResultsKen and David go back in time by reviewing the MWD 2021 Survey we conducted back in 2018. They discuss the questions that predicted what the industry would be like in the near future. 2021-10-0626 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 11: Talk'n Telemetry Compression and EncodingKen and David break down Telemetry Compression and Encoding. 2021-08-3022 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 10: Projects In Need of More R&DIn this episode, Ken and David discuss projects and ideas that should require more R&D. Visit us at: www.erdosmiller.com2021-08-1634 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 9: Interview with Brett ChellIn this episode, we interview is the Brett Chell president, CEO, and co-founder of Cold Bore Technology. We hear about his journey in the Oil & Gas Industry. 2021-06-0833 min
Round the Rotary with JP WarrenRound the Rotary guest Ken Miller (CEO/Founder - Erdos Miller)On this episode we have Ken Miller (CEO/Founder - Erdos Miller) join us where we discuss how he went from a high school internship at Texas Instruments to betting on himself and making the jump to pursue something he was passionate about and hoping into the oilfield. Through the advice of one of his earliest mentors: There is no such thing as job security" he made the leap to start his own company. Ken has a wonderful view on building teams and instilling the corporate culture with the company's core values bleeding into every decision that is made...2021-04-121h 29
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 8: Interview with Hunter SimmonsIn this episode, we interview R&D & Engineering Supervisor Hunter Simmons from Gordon Technologies, LLC. We hear about his journey in the Oil & Gas Industry. 2021-02-2245 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 7: Interview with MWD Manager Dave HarryIn this episode, we interview MWD Manager Dave Harry from Drillers Directional. He gives us an insight look at the industry and his experience with MWD from the Canadian side.2021-02-0236 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 6: Interview with MWD Manager Brad BarevichWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. In this episode, we interview MWD Manager Brad Barevich from Total Directional Services. He gives us an insight look at the industry and his experience with MWD.2021-01-1225 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 5: A Geologist's perspective with Eli DenBestenWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. On this episode, we interview Geologist Eli DenBesten. He gives us an insight look on the industry as a Geologist and his experience with MWD.2021-01-0545 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 4: Antennas with Clayton CarterWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. On this episode, we interview Field Specialist Clayton Carter. Clayton shares his Industry insight and the common issues he experiences in the field. 2020-12-1522 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 3: Magnetic Ranging with Gunnar Energy ServicesWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. On this episode, we interview Clinton Moss CEO of Gunnar Energy. Clinton shares his experience as an entrepreneur and the breakdown of Magnetic Ranging.2020-12-0937 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 2: Completions Rundown with Packers PlusWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. This is the second episode that we've shot digitally. On this episode, we interview John Leitch CEO of Packers Plus. John shares his experience as an entrepreneur and the fundamentals of Completions.2020-12-0122 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastErdos Miller Drilling Technology Podcast | S3 Episode 1: Coiled Tubing with MagnoliaWe're back with our newest Season 3 podcast. This is the first episode that we've shot digitally. On this episode, we interview Stuart Mclaughlin CEO of Magnolia R&D. Stuart shares his experience as an entrepreneur and the fundamentals of coiled tubing. Visit: https://magnoliarnd.com/ Website: https://www.erdosmiller.com/ 2020-11-1824 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode 28 What is WITS?We’ve made it to the last episode of Season 2. Ken and David discuss the components and significance of WITS. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller 2019-11-1912 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode 27 MWD Q&A with David ErdosPhillip from our sales team picks David’s brain on common questions about MWD submitted from the public. Some of the questions compare MWD topics for today’s standards to the past standards and procedures used. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller https://www.erdosmiller.com/2019-10-3011 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode 26 : Entrepreneurial Spotlight with CEO Desmond AndersonIn this episode Ken and David interview CEO Desmond Anderson of Standard Directional Services and discuss how he started in the industry and where he plans to take his company for the future. They also recall memorable moments in their early career as entrepreneurs. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report. Follow us on Facebook, Linked...2019-10-2217 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 25 How Will Telemetry Evolve..Let's Bet On it!Inspired by the upcoming IADD Event we continue our podcast on these MWD predictions for the future . We discuss telemetry in this episode and also make a bet of what will happen in the next 10 or so years. We are not sponsored by longbets.com however Ken did submit a bet. Click here to challenge Ken! http://longbets.org/809/ For more information: https://www.erdosmiller.com/2019-10-1517 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 24 Are Trade Shows Still Relevant in Our Industry?In this episode our hosts sit down with our very own Sponsor David Gibson owner of Gibson Reports. They discuss the value of trade shows in today’s industry. The Industry is rapidly changing and will trade shows be able to keep up with the change? Discussion of exhibiting vs attending of which could be more beneficial for your business and more. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them...2019-10-0826 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 23 Future of the BHA Have you ever thought of an MWD being similar to a smartphone? In terms of a short range communication think of the bluetooth and a short-hop. Your cellular communication would be your mudpule or electromagnetic telemetry as the long range communication. This standard wireless protocol allows you to have utility for multiple devices. Ken discusses how this mechanical structure could evolve for the smart BHA peripherals that all locally communicate with the MWD. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Spons...2019-10-0218 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 22 How the Flood Altered My View on Work Safety.Zach shares his story about his experience driving in the flood that occurred in Houston, Texas last week. We discuss the importance of work safety and the obstacles to get people more engaged in safety practices. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report. More info: www.erdosmiller.com Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller2019-09-2516 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 21 Dissecting Headlines and a Slice of Economics*Disclaimer* We are by no means experts we just wanted to talk about the relationship between consumers and people in the industry. How headlines relating to crude oil can be taken at face value and opinions can be formed rather quickly. We provide our perspective as the people who do work in the industry. We'll discuss what messages we could provide to inform everyday consumers to accurately represent what occurs in the industry. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** ...2019-09-1713 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT |Episode: 20 The Nerdiest Episode Yet...CAN bus!Bus like a motorized vehicle right? Nope! Not quite! Why is this the most nerdiest episode yet? Ken and David get real technical in talking about CAN bus. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/product... Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report.2019-08-1207 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastSeason 2: NPT | Episode 19: The Relationship Between Testing and Product designDavid and Ken welcome guests Bob Joyce and Eric Allen from DynaQual. Topics discussed include simulation of the downhole environment, HALT/HASS, and is thermal cycling even worth it? Press play to listen in on our take on these topics. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out...2019-07-2238 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastAn inside look of the Entrepreneur life.Ken Miller interviews guest Dallas Scott from Gslogs where they discuss the trials and tribulations as entrepreneurs. Take a trip down memory lane with these two in our Entrepreneur Spotlight episode. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productandservices Be sure to check them out for your Industry Report.2019-07-1524 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastLet's talk about Directional Drilling Basics.Why do we directional drill? It’s as simple as drilling straight down and... BOOM oil gushes out? Right or Wrong? Or why can’t we use Wifi or cellular data to communicate to MWD tools? David and Ken explain the main components of directional drilling and its importance. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller ***Thank you to our Sponsor Gibson Reports!*** https://www.gibsonreports.com/productands...2019-07-1218 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastContinuous Inclination and Azimuth AKA Paying Attention While Drilling.Why is it a good idea in drilling terms to drive the car without the blinders on? Think about it. David and Ken talk more on Clnc:CAz. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller 2019-07-0110 min
NPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastWhat is Downlinking?What the **** is Downlinking anyways? We spend so much time to get data up from underground, why in the world would we wanna spend time sending it down? David and Ken dive deep into the components of Downlinking. Got any questions? Send them to podcast@erdosmiller.com Watch this episode on Youtube @erdosmiller Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. @erdosmiller 2019-06-2412 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastHigh-Temperature ElectronicsDavid and Ken discuss how we design electronics that can sit right next to your apple pie in the oven.2018-06-1823 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastGo Go Gamma RadiationDavid and Ken go over the basics of figuring out just how radioactive the rocks underground are.2018-06-1119 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastIntellectual PropertyKen and Dave discuss the basics of intellectual property, patents, trademarks and trade secrets. Disclaimer: we are not attorneys and this is not legal advice!2018-05-2911 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastMud Pulsin'Ken and Dave talk with David Cramer of Sparrow Technology about the different types of mud pulsers.2018-05-1423 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastA Wireless FutureDavid and Ken discuss a future in which BHA components can communicate wirelessly.2018-05-0717 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastFive Trends for MWD Technology in 2018David and Ken discuss ongoing trends in Measurement While Drilling technology and offer their predictions for how each will unfold.2018-04-3024 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastThe Dawn of Oilfield Artificial IntelligenceDavid and Ken interview Chris Conger of Spark Cognition and talk about the future to come when Skynet.. I mean Artificial Intelligence drives the Oilfield.2018-04-2324 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastTechnology Spotlight: Fracture I.D. - Interview with James Lakings of Fracture I.D.Together they explore the world of physical rock properties and talk about the new exciting technology that Fracture I.D. is working on.2018-04-1623 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastDynamics While Drilling?Ken and David interview David Gibson of Lodestar International to understand, just what is the latest service to earn the "WD - While Drilling" monicker.2018-04-1018 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastHigh-temperature Downhole BatteriesKen and David interview Daniel Murphy of Charger Industries. Together they explore downhole battery technology including applications and history.2018-04-0221 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastMEMS Directional SensorsKen and David trace back sensor technology from the beginning of the oil patch through today's hot new topic: MEMS Sensors.2018-03-2621 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastDual Telemetry Tool Survey DiscussionDavid grills Ken on his Dual Telemetry Survey. Together they explore the results and what the market can expect with Dual Telemetry tools going forward.2018-03-1924 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastExtended Interview | Downhole Failure AnalysisThe second half of our conversation with David Cramer of Sparrow Technology.2018-03-1215 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastDownhole Failure AnalysisDave and Ken interview David Cramer of Sparrow Technology to get insight into the best practices for analyzing complex and elusive downhole failures.2018-03-1220 minNPT Podcast: The Erdos Miller Drilling Technology PodcastAnatomy of an MWDDavid and Ken go over the basic components of a Measurement While Drilling system. What role they play, how they function and why they're necessary.2018-03-0120 min