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#146- Katey Hull Dec 21, 2023

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Join Mining Minds for an incredible chat with Katey Hull, the Human Resources Manager for Ram Enterprise Inc. From small-town Nevada to the mining industry, Katey's journey is nothing short of extraordinary! Growing up surrounded by amazing individuals and embracing the outdoors, Katey has a unique perspective shaped by her experiences. Harvesting incredible animals and creating special memories, she's a true adventurer. In her episode, Katey discusses the value of knowing and connecting with the people who drive the industry and the importance of understanding the workforce! As a fifth-generation miner, she talks about keeping the mining industry alive through mentoring and developing, picking the correct leaders for their positions, and her continuous passion for learning. Please Join Mining Minds as we welcome Katey Hull to the Face!

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#145- Pete Kero Dec 10, 2023

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Vice President for Barr Engineering, and author of Minescapes: Reclaiming Minnesota's Mined Land, Pete Kero joins Mining Minds to discuss reclamation . Pete shares his mining journey, growing up in the heart of the iron range and the upper peninsula of Michigan. From a fourth-generation miner's perspective, he unveils the importance of mining and its huge impact on our nation's success! Pete discusses his new book, "Minescapes", discusses the unique opportunities in reclamation, and how reclamation can add to the quality of life for mining communities. We discuss some of the projects that Pete has been part of, such as the Red Head Mountain Bike Park, we gain insight into mine planning and starting with the end in mind, and contemplate reclaimed mines becoming hubs of activities for outdoor people. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Pete Kero to the Face!

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#144- Ryan Balles Dec 01, 2023

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Equipment operator and CEO of the Dirt, Ryan Balles sits down with Mining Minds to talk about his journey! From a small town in Idaho and just days after high school graduation, Ryan found himself laying pipe in the trenches. Facing a challenging start with a supervisor aiming to test his work ethic, Ryan embraced the grit and determination that would become the hallmark of his mining journey. Undeterred by early challenges, Ryan moved in with his high school sweetheart, applied for a job in the Nevada mines, and embarked on a mission to prove himself. Through hard work and perseverance, he carved a path for himself in the challenging world of mining. Ryan reflects on his first days on the mining site, emphasizing the importance of mentorship that kept him grounded. The loudest may get attention, but Ryan shares insights into the value of humility, visualization before work begins, and the lessons learned from some of the industry's best equipment operators. Beyond the pit, Ryan talks about his unexpected TikTok fame and the joy he still finds in going to work every day. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Ryan Balles to the Face!

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#143- Eastern Nevada SME Nov 23, 2023

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In this high-energy episode of Mining Minds, the team takes the podcast on the road to the picturesque White Pine County Municipal Golf Course during the Eastern Nevada SME tournament. Amidst the rolling greens and occasional questionable golf swings, Mining Minds sits down with a fantastic lineup of guests, including representatives from Calibre Mining, KGHM Robinson, Elko Wire Rope, and our good friend and brother Rusty Lewis of Lewis Drilling LLC. Whether you're a mining enthusiast or just curious about the personalities shaping this dynamic field, join Mining Minds as they not only cover the Eastern Nevada SME golf tournament but also provide a unique peek into the lives of the people behind the scenes in the mining world.

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#142- Drew Polish Nov 15, 2023

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On this episode of the podcast Mining Minds welcomes Drew Polish in studio to talk about healthcare. Drew is the founder of Render Group and partner at Fenyx Heath. Drew walks us through his early mining journey as a drilling helper, and how his faith, family and good old fashioned hard work got him to where he is today. Drew provides insight on the many ways the mining industry can and does benefit from having competitive health care options and what dives into the importance of medical savings accounts. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Drew Polish to the Face!

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#141- Elko Mining Expo 2023 Nov 04, 2023

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On this episode of the podcast Mining Minds took part in the 2023 Elko Mining Expo. Partnering with FAST2 Mine, we had the chance to catch up with good friend and master technician Cecil Cotton (Episode #115) and discussed some of his recent experiences as a contactor. We also had the privilege to sit down with brothers Bob and Mike Delbridge as they talked about the role that mining has played in their life, how they are potentially the last generation of miners from their families, and the advice they would pass on to new miners. Mining Minds then had the opportunity to sit down with Product Development and Marketing Professional Tab Siegrst and hear about is unique journey into the industry starting out in Industrial Distribution. Join Mining Minds as we get to the Face at the Elko Mining Expo!

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#140- Ben Kerr Oct 19, 2023

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Major Account Manager at Liebherr Ben Kerr, sits down with Mining Minds to talk about his mining journey. Ben walks us through growing up in small town New South Wales Australia, his early career as a technician, and how that has provided him additional opportunities throughout his career. He talks about gaining knowledge from the older miners and their willingness to pass down information, the life of a fly in fly out miner, and family being your greatest achievement. Ben discusses growing his career with Liebherr, being part of the modulization program to support mining operations and learning the business of OEM's. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Ben Kerr to the Face!

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RAM Enterprise Inc.

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#139- Torqn Jul 28, 2023

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Founders Brett Baker and Troy McDonald join Mining Minds to talk about their knowledge sharing network, Torqn. Brett and Troy discuss coming from the mining industry, growing up in the same small town, not knowing one another, and finally coming together to revolutionize the mining industry. Taking the best from all social media platforms, they are currently in 93 countries and growing. Through Torqn, they are connecting people from across the globe, crowd sourcing information, while bringing value to mining individuals, mine operators, and equipment manufacturers. Torqn is an innovative new platform & app that connects people in the Mining industry based on the commodities they mine, and the equipment they own, use, fix or make. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Brett and Troy to the Face!

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#138- Industry Insights Jul 22, 2023

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On this episode of the podcast, Mining Minds sits down with our good friend Matt Hillard, on the eastern side of the United States, to discuss mining! We dive into data collection in today's environment, local operational shutdowns, and the importance of ethical mining operations. We discuss making the mining industry more visible to the world, the transformation of technology in the industry, and what it takes to retain a seasoned individual. Brass in to tell us about your thoughts and join the conversation!