Dr. Sarah Compton brings the heat in this episode—laying out what it’s like to balance PhD work, motherhood, and a career in subsurface geology. From pulling all-nighters with a newborn to mapping complex structural plays in the Mid-Con and beyond, Sarah’s story is one of grit, brainpower, and relentless drive.We talk about what it takes to stand out as a geosteerer, how she taught herself StarSteer during field trials, and why solid interpretation still beats flashy models. Sarah shares her experience learning to code, diving into machine learning, and navigating the subtle ways women get underestimated in technical oilfield roles.If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling it all—or doubted whether you could hang in this industry—this episode is proof that you absolutely can. And that some of the best interpreters in the business are also packing lunch boxes at 6 a.m.Brains, babies, and boreholes—Dr. Sarah Compton does it all.🔗 Want to connect or come on the show?Visit www.grizzledgeologist.com📌 Hashtags:#geosteering #geology #oilandgas #machinelearning #petroleumgeology #starsteer #mudlogging #womeningeology #datainterpretation #structuralgeology #subsurface #motherhood #PhDlife #GrizzledGeologistPodcast #womeninstem