Power of the Permian is a podcast about life in the West Texas Oilfield. Host, Breezey Clark, sits down with people from different parts of the industry to learn about their journeys and experiences working in the Permian Basin.
What does it take to bring oilfield rental operations into the digital age, and build a software business that serves a global industry?
Michael Maltsev, CEO of RigER, joins Power of the Permian to share the story behind the company and discuss the changing needs of oilfield service and equipment rental businesses.
We explore why going global requires understanding local markets, how specialized rental businesses find their competitive edge, and why face-to-face networking still matters in a technology-driven world. Michael also shares his perspective on building software with AI and bringing new technology into an industry where paper tickets remain part of everyday operations.
31 Aug 2026
EP 92: Hal Wallace l Ryan & Jacobs
Hal Wallace, President of Ryan & Jacobs, returns to Power of the Permian for a conversation about debt collection, financial pressure, and protecting business relationships in the oil and gas industry.
Hal shares what companies should know about rising bankruptcies, predatory lending, monitoring accounts receivable and payable, and when to begin the collection process. We also discuss why communication is critical, the value of pausing before making major decisions, and how businesses can pursue successful recovery without immediately turning to litigation.
Later in the episode, Hal opens up about sobriety, managing stress, building a strong company culture, and what’s ahead for Ryan & Jacobs as the company continues to grow.
15 Aug 2026
EP 91: Nathan Montes l Wage Wobble
Nathan Montes, founder of Wage Wobble, joins the show to introduce a new grassroots movement focused on skilled trades workers, with much of the early conversation centered around rig welders in the oil and gas industry.
Nate shares what inspired him to start Wage Wobble and how conversations around wages, declining buying power, benefits, and working conditions began gaining traction among welders. What started as an idea is now beginning to develop into a broader movement around worker solidarity, representation, and raising standards within the trades.
We discuss the realities behind hourly wages versus total compensation, the gaps that can exist in benefits and long-term career opportunities, and why Nate believes workers need stronger pathways to build sustainable careers.
With Wage Wobble still new and taking shape, Nate also shares his vision for where it could go, the response he’s received from workers so far, and the next steps for turning a grassroots conversation into something that can create meaningful change.
Who has been a guest on Power of the Permian
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Patrick Polomsky
Chad Simmons
Jeff Krimmel
JD Leach
Paloma Prieto
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YouTube views
68,457
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100
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78
Social presence
0
YouTube
85
Engagement
0
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