Under Pressure: Compressor Talk
Under Pressure: Compressor Talk
David Abshire
Challenging the Myths of the Oil and Gas Industry
39 minutes Posted Jan 22, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
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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 discovered his passion for petroleum engineering through podcasts and the importance of real-world experience. He challenges common misconceptions about the oil and gas industry, emphasizing its ongoing relevance and impact. Aiden highlights the value of his education at Texas A&M, his involvement in the Society of Petroleum Engineers, and his research in enhanced geothermal systems. He also discusses his plans to combine engineering with finance to enhance decision-making in his future career.