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John Oldani

John Oldani

John Oldani is an editor, journalist, and reporter with over a decade of experience producing clear, engaging, and well-researched content. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Oakland University, with a focus on financial reporting, editing, and long-form writing. Over the past year, John has specialized in covering the drilling industry, reporting on key developments, policy shifts, and impactful stories shaping the field.

email: johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com | office: (248) 838-8535

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Ask Brock Reboot

Ask Brock: How to Keep Clean in an Urban Drilling Environment

Urban drilling doesn’t have to mean chaos, ruts, or a clean-up nightmare.
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
August 27, 2025
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Got a question for the next installment of Ask Brock? And stay tuned for more - every week.


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What can I do to prevent injuries in a drilling career?

Ask Brock: How Do We Stay Safe When the Job Never Cools Off?

Working Smart in the Dog Days of Summer
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
August 8, 2025
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Welcome back to Ask Brock, the series where we tackle the toughest—and sometimes sweatiest—questions facing drillers today.


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Science in Retreat: EPA Dismantles Key Research Arm Amid Climate Rollbacks

Research halted, oversight weakened — EPA science dismantled.
John Oldani
John Oldani
July 31, 2025
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The Office of Research and Development, once central to the EPA’s science-based policies, is being dismantled as part of a sweeping federal downsizing effort.


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"Make Gas Cans Great Again?"

EPA Declares War on Annoying Spouts — and Everyone Has Feelings About It
John Oldani
John Oldani
July 31, 2025
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The agency’s goal, Zeldin said, is to "clear the way for manufacturers and consumers to be able to produce and use gas cans that are safe, compliant, and consumer friendly."


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ASK BROCK REBOOT

Ask Brock: What’s Your Greatest Concern for the Drilling Industry?

It’s Not Just About Water—It’s About How We Show Up
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
John Oldani
John Oldani
July 25, 2025
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Drillers are not just machine operators. They’re the ones trusted to slice into the earth, find the aquifer, and deliver water to families and communities.


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The Driller Newscast episode 150: The Exit Interview: The battle of Bron vs. Brock
Episode 150 – The Driller Newscast

The Battle of Bron vs. Brock: Talking Rigs, Regulations, and Real-Life Drilling Stories

John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
July 1, 2025
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In The Driller Newscast #150, Brock Yordy celebrates a major milestone with a special episode that blends heartfelt storytelling with industry insight, with an appearance from his archnemesis, Bron.



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The Job Site Fit Check: Boots

Entry #1: Boot Battle – Are Your Soles Ready for the Site?
John Oldani
John Oldani
Rachel Bourne
Rachel Bourne
June 27, 2025
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If your feet aren’t working, you aren’t either. In water well and geothermal drilling, you need boots that do more than just exist—they need to perform. 


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Ask Brock: Why Do We Keep Talking About Water Laws?

Even If They Don’t Say "Groundwater"
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 27, 2025
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The Driller will keep covering water legislation. Not because we’re repeating ourselves, but because the stakes keep getting higher. 


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East Texas at a Crossroads: Water, Lithium, and Energy Dependence

Two drilling projects, one region, and a growing chorus of concern over who profits and who pays the price.
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 26, 2025
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Halliburton will plan and design the first demonstration phase wells in GeoFrame Energy's geothermal and direct lithium extraction (DLE) project in East Texas


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Ask Brock: Is Support for Geothermal and Net Zero Bipartisan?

Geothermal energy sits at the crossroads of policy and progress
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 20, 2025
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Ask Brock! Have a question for our beloved industry expert, Brock Yordy? Ask away. Drop a comment on this video below or reach out to us on social media.


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