Under Pressure
Under Pressure
Podcast Description
Under Pressure: An American Safety PodcastWelcome to Under Pressure, where the oilfield's real stories come to life. Hosted by American Safety, we dive deep into the highs, lows, and hard-earned lessons from the world of oil and gas. Each episode, we invite industry professionals to share their experiences — from near-misses and major injuries to the unforgettable moments that define life in the field. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s everything you won’t hear at a safety meeting. Whether it’s funny, frightening, or downright unbelievable, these true stories remind us why safety isn’t just a protocol — it’s personal.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to safety in the oil and gas industry, with episodes covering near-miss incidents, major injuries, and personal journeys in the field. Specific topics include workplace loyalty, safety mishaps, and the unpredictable nature of oil field work, as exemplified by episodes like 'No Job Is Worth a Life' with Lori Acosta, which combines humor and serious lessons.
Under Pressure: An American Safety Podcast
Welcome to Under Pressure, where the oilfield’s real stories come to life. Hosted by American Safety, we dive deep into the highs, lows, and hard-earned lessons from the world of oil and gas. Each episode, we invite industry professionals to share their experiences — from near-misses and major injuries to the unforgettable moments that define life in the field. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s everything you won’t hear at a safety meeting. Whether it’s funny, frightening, or downright unbelievable, these true stories remind us why safety isn’t just a protocol — it’s personal.
TJ’s got what he calls “crappy luck” — but today, it might just be the kind of luck that saves someone else’s life. In this raw, unfiltered episode, TJ walks us through one of the most intense moments of his oilfield career: a catastrophic coiled tubing failure that should’ve taken a life… but didn’t. Why? Because of a hard hat. From freak accidents to near-misses, TJ shares the hard-earned lessons he’s picked up over decades in the field. Joined by Courtney and Adrian, the conversation turns real fast — about why PPE matters, why young guys don’t always listen, and how leadership isn’t about yelling, it’s about modeling what you expect. You’ll hear:
- A true story of a mechanical failure that shocked an entire crew
- Why hard hats aren’t just “just in case” gear — they work
- How complacency creeps in, even with the most seasoned workers
- What real safety leadership looks like on small-job sites
- Honest talk about mistakes, accountability, and turning bad luck into someone else’s life lesson
Whether you’re brand new to the oilfield or you’ve been in the game for years, this is one of those episodes that might just change the way you see your gear—and your responsibility.
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