Upon Further Inspection
Upon Further Inspection, the mechanical integrity podcast, uses engaging interviews to celebrate the people, stories, and real-world industrial reliability experiences.
Every episode explores topics that matter most to professionals in oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, and other process industries. Through in-depth conversations with industry experts, we discuss themes like continuous improvement, safety, technology advancements, compliance, risk-based inspection, and professional growth.
Upon Further Inspection
Episode 1 - What Floats Your Boat
In the inaugural episode of Upon Further Inspection, hosts Branden Stucky and Greg Alvarado kick things off with a conversation about their journeys in mechanical integrity and why this podcast exists.
From the power of mentorship to the future of technology, they chat about what’s shaping the reliability and inspection world. They also explore how the industry continues to balance safety, environmental responsibility, and profitability. It’s an honest, insightful start to a series built on sharing knowledge and elevating the people behind the work.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:41 Meet the Hosts: Branden and Greg
02:04 Branden's Journey into Mechanical Integrity
07:27 The Role of Technology in Mechanical Integrity
10:41 Challenges and Future of the Industry
18:23 Goals and Vision for the Podcast
31:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
