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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Brett Adamcik, chair of the AGA Distribution Integrity Management Committee, joins us at the 2025 AGA Operations Conference to discuss the evolving challenges and priorities in distribution integrity.
The conversation explores risk modeling, data collection strategies, the anticipated Safety of Gas Distribution Pipeline Rule, and how operators are preparing for future regulatory changes. Brett also shares insights on collaboration within the industry and the committee's work to improve safety and data-driven decision-making.
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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast commemorates the 26th anniversary of the tragic Olympic Pipeline rupture in Bellingham, Washington, which resulted in a catastrophic explosion and the loss of three young lives. Larry Shelton shares his insights from the incident and the conversation serves as a reminder of the responsibilities of those in the pipeline industry.
On the 20-year anniversary of the Bellingham Incident in Bellingham, Washington, Pipeliners Podcast host Russel Treat welcomed retired pipeline professional Larry Shelton to share his first-hand recollections and reflect on the importance of pipeline integrity management.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Mike Kern joins the show to discuss the work of the AGA Transmission Operations Committee and the value of participating in industry trade groups.
The conversation explores key committee initiatives, including regulatory awareness, white paper development on in-situ material testing, and the importance of addressing normalization of deviation in pipeline safety practices.
Listeners gain insight into how collaboration and shared learning influence operational decision-making and career development in the pipeline industry.
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On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Todd Lakatos and Mary Molina during the 2025 AGA Operations Conference in Aurora, Colorado.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Laura Ade, Scott Craig, and Andy Donato - chairs of the Gas Control Committee - during the 2025 AGA Operations Conference in Aurora, Colorado.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Dr. Martha Acosta to discuss building safety capacity and her book, Safety Capacity, during the 2025 API Pipeline Conference in Austin, Texas.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat talks with Jonathan Elder of J.D. Engineering about how smaller gathering system operators are responding to the PHMSA Mega Rule. The conversation explores the unique challenges these operators face, including limited resources, staff constraints, and operational pressures.
Jonathan also shares his own background and insights from working with both large and small operators, offering a grounded perspective on practical compliance in the field.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat welcomes Joe Hainline of Van Ness Feldman to discuss the recent PHMSA advisory bulletin on Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS). Drawing on Joe’s regulatory experience at PHMSA and insights from both legal and industry perspectives, the conversation explores the evolving regulatory landscape under the current administration and what it means for pipeline operators. The episode offers a high-level look at how shifting priorities and leadership may shape the future of pipeline safety regulation.
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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast focuses on building a comprehensive knowledge guide for control room operations. Host Russel Treat outlines key concepts essential to effective control room performance, including human-centered design, training and simulation, fatigue management, procedural consistency, and the role of technology. He also highlights valuable resources—both regulatory and from previous podcast episodes—that can support training and continuous improvement for pipeline control room professionals.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes Weldon Wright to reflect on his extensive career in oil and gas measurement and his recent transition into semi-retirement. Weldon shares insights from decades of experience across utilities, vendors, and operators, while also discussing his role as host of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast. The conversation explores career path considerations within the industry and the differences between roles in various sectors, offering guidance for those navigating their own professional journeys.
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This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode is a rebroadcast of Episode 237 featuring host Russel Treat walking through how each individual pipeliner should think about pipeline cyber security as it relates to supporting their operation. The episode centers on three key areas of threats, understanding, and mitigation.
Russel goes into deep detail about cybersecurity threats, the importance of understanding what the nature of the environment is, and how to have healthy cyber hygiene. In this episode, you will learn the language of cybersecurity professionals, as well as how to reduce your chances of being cyber attacked by controlling your personal risk and personal mitigations by identifying phishing, using VPNs, and having proper password management.
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On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by corrosion and reliability engineering specialist Dheeraj Narang to discuss applications of artificial intelligence to integrity management.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat reflects on the industry's current state of transition, touching on key topics like artificial intelligence in pipeline operations and shifting regulatory dynamics.
He discusses the potential benefits and risks of AI deployment and notes the evolving regulatory landscape under the new administration. Russel also invites listeners to suggest future guests and topics, making this episode a call for industry insights and collaboration.
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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Dave Murk from the American Petroleum Institute discussing the upcoming API Pipeline Conference. The conversation covers the conference's new format, its "Just Good Business" theme, and key topics such as pipeline safety, regulatory developments, and workforce training.
David also highlights the event’s keynote speakers, including Dr. Martha Acosta, who will discuss building safety capacity and learning from failures in the industry.
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This episode of The Pipeliners Podcast features Mallory Gill discussing process management and Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS).
The conversation explores the evolving industry focus on proactive safety performance, the distinction between processes and procedures, and the role of process management in achieving PSMS maturity.
The discussion also touches on ways that organizations can embed safety processes into daily operations and leverage data for continuous improvement.
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On this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Ross Adams of EnerSys Corporation to discuss operations effectiveness - what it is, how to define it, and how operators should be thinking about it.
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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Jim Curry of Babst Calland to discuss the new notice of preliminary rulemaking from PHMSA regarding CO2.
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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Dr. Faisal Khan from the Mary Kay O’Connor Process Safety Center at Texas A&M University.
The discussion explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and process safety, examining how AI can enhance safety performance while addressing potential challenges.
Dr. Khan also shares insights into his background, the mission of the MKOPSC, and the broader importance of treating safety as a science rather than just common sense.
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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a discussion with Christopher DeLeon and Rhett Dotson from D2 Integrity on the role of artificial intelligence in integrity management. The conversation explores whether AI is a useful tool or just a buzzword, emphasizing the importance of data quality, AI-assisted decision-making, and real-world applications in pipeline operations. The episode also touches on emerging AI-driven technologies, industry trends, and the challenges of integrating AI effectively.
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On this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Stuart Saulters from GPA Midstream joins to talk about the future of the midstream sector over the next four years.
The discussion explores shifting regulatory landscapes, permitting challenges, and the broader implications of recent executive actions on energy production and distribution. Stuart shares insights into industry trends, policy changes, and the evolving role of natural gas in the energy market.
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