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🎙️ Under Pressure: Compressor Talk — Powered by Midwest Compressor Systems
Hosted by David Abshire, CEO of Midwest Compressor Systems, Compressor Talk is where the oil and gas industry gets its edge. Each episode cuts through the noise to deliver real conversations, expert insights, and the latest innovations shaping the future of compressor technology and oil extraction.
From field performance and reliability trends to energy efficiency, automation, and sustainability, this is where engineers, operators, and decision-makers stay ahead of what’s next in the industry that keeps the world moving.
If you work with compressors, rely on them, or want to understand how they power modern extraction — you’re in the right place.
→ Tune in for the talk that keeps the pressure on progress.
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Recent Episodes
Pioneering the Barnett Shell: A Legacy of Innovation
In this episode of the Under Pressure podcast, Clay O'Neil shares his extensive journey in the oil and gas industry, detailing his transition from a ranch manager's son to a pioneer in horizontal…
Journey Into The Oil And Gas Industry
In this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast, David Abshire interviews Jeff Wells, a reservoir engineer with a background in petroleum engineering from Texas A&M. Jeff shares his journey into…
Navigating the Oil and Gas Landscape with Marcus Jones
In this episode of Under Pressure, host David Abshire speaks with Marcus Jones, an experienced professional in the oil and gas industry. Marcus shares his journey from a small town in Oklahoma to…
From Oil Fields to Farmers Markets: Michael Waid's Journey
In this episode, David Abshire interviews Michael Waid, who shares his journey from a blue-collar upbringing in South Texas to becoming a key player in the oil and gas industry. Michael discusses his…
A Day in the Life of a Production Engineer
SummaryIn this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast, host David Abshire speaks with Cameron Bayne, a production engineer in California's oil industry. Cameron shares his journey into petroleum…
Challenging the Myths of the Oil and Gas Industry
In this episode of Compressor Talk, David Abshire interviews Aiden Larrabee, a senior petroleum engineering student at Texas A&M. Aiden shares his journey from Maine to Texas, discussing how he…
The Sales-Operations Connection
In this conversation, Jason LeGrande discusses the importance of communication in operations, particularly emphasizing the need for a communications director to streamline processes. He highlights…
Navigating Leadership in Oil and Gas
In this conversation, David Abshire interviews COO Erin Palacio of Midwest Compressor, discussing her transition from healthcare and government to the oil and gas industry. They explore the…
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Under Pressure: Compressor Talk has published 8 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Earth Sciences, Science.
Under Pressure: Compressor Talk is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 29m.
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