As we near the end of the year, Mining Minds sat down to discuss 2020. The podcast started out reviewing some of our personal goals and quickly turned to the current events going on in our country and within our election process. Join the conversation on our social media pages or brass in on our website at miningmindsllc.com and tell us what you think. Rockwell Industrial and Mining Motor Mission Working Athlete Ill Zakiel...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 25 min
Derek Ernst joins Mining Minds to talk about his upbringing, his service in the Army National Guard and of course, his experiences as a miner. Derek provides some great insight into his perspective of the mining industry and how it has helped propel him to success in just about everything he does. Join us as we welcome Derek to the face! Working Athlete Motor Mission Machine and Radiator Rockwell Industrial & Mining Ill Zakiel...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min
#77- Tim Arnold COO of The Delamar Project for Integra Resources , Tim Arnold Joins Mining Minds over video conference to talk mining. We walk through Tim's mining journey and the many stops along the way, he discusses how working as a miner has positively impacted his career, and his involvement in SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy, & Exploration) . Tim is an educator at the Mackay School of Mines (Earth Sciences and Engineering) in Reno, has been part of many successful mining operations...
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 56 min
Todd Drezner is an editor and director, known for The Campaign of Miner Bo , My Name Is Alan, and I Paint Pictures and Loving Lampposts. Mining Minds sat down with Todd to discuss his recently released documentary The Campaign of Miner Bo . We walked through the making of the film, some of the highlights and real moments during the documentary and discussed its relevance to the mining culture and to our current political environment. To watch the documentary, you can go to minerbofilm.com and ty...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Owner of Motor Mission Machine and Radiator, Jimmy Ewing sits down with Mining Minds to talk about his journey. We walk through Jimmy's younger years where he learned the value of hard work, the pride he has in their family business, and what it is like supporting the mining community. From Hot August Nights, to drawing his elk tag, to Phil Collins we had a fun time hanging out on this episode. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Jimmy Ewing to the face! Motor Mission Machine and Radiator Working At...
Sep 30, 2020•1 hr 26 min
Eric Miller joins us for some beers and orange juice, talks to us about his time in the Navy as a service technician on submarines, and how he transitioned his career from a millwright, mechanic, to a product support specialist. We had a lot of fun on this podcast and enjoyed a few laughs as we walked through Eric's journey. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Eric Miller to the face. Rockwell Industrial and Mining Motor Mission Working Athlete Ill Zakiel...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Young engineer, Austin Davis joins Mining Minds in studio to discuss his mining journey. Austin walks us through how he went from college basketball and into mining, the opportunity to work operations, and his ability to bring transparency to the face. We had a good time sitting down with Austin talking some shop, we want to congratulate him and his wife on their new addition and we are excited to have the first ever Mining Minds baby! Join us as we welcome Austin Davis to the face. Motor Missio...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 23 min
Back from vacation, Mining Minds had the opportunity to sit down with Efren Benavides prior to the bucking bull Gold Rush Challenge here in Elko Nevada Saturday September 12th. Efren dives into his journey, some of the injuries that come along with getting on the back of a 2000 pound beast and how pure determination ultimately led to getting a bull into the PBR. Sit back and hold on for 8 as we welcome Efren Benavides to the face. For more information on the Gold Rush Challenge click here Rockwe...
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 31 min
Naturopathic Doctor Rodney Billington joins Mining Minds to discuss growing up in Northern Nevada, the path through marketing, firefighting and ultimately becoming a doctor. He talks about some parallels between mechanics and doctors, his passion for helping people, and some of the benefits of testosterone replacement therapy. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Dr. Rodney Billington N.D. into the studio. Motor Mission Machine and Radiator Working Athlete Rockwell Industrial & Mining...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 30 min
Project Manager Joe Dase joins us on this episode of the podcast to talk about his mining journey. Joe tells us how his interest in mining started as a kid growing up in Michigan, he educates us on shafts and shaft sinking, and we dive into perceived stress. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Joe Dase in to the studio. Rockwell Industrial & Mining Motor Mission Machine and Radiator Working Athlete...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr 53 min
Service, Safety, or Sales Donnie Bement sits down with Mining Minds and shares his journey through the mining industry. Donnie talks about starting out in mining as a tire technician, getting opportunities in the continuous improvement field, and ultimately being able to support the individuals that work at the face through safety and sales. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Donnie Bement into the studio. Motor Mission Machine and Radiator Rockwell Industrial and Mining Working Athlete...
Jul 22, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Safety Professional and mommy to be, Alicia Davis catches up with Mining Minds to walk us through her mining journey. Alicia discusses her many intern stories and we are not sure we captured all of them, but had a fun time walking through that part of her journey. She tells us how she almost left the mining industry but ultimately faced some personnel challenges and stayed in the industry. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Alicia Davis into the studio. Rockwell Industrial and Mining Working Athlet...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 39 min
Miner, blasting expert, and artist Eric Fuchs joins us in studio to talk about his passions in and outside of mining. Eric walks us through the reasons he chose mining over teaching, he talks about how he grew as a miner by making some mistakes, and even shares some Tommyknocker stories. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Eric Fuchs to the face. Working Athlete Rockwell Industrial and Mining Motor Mission Machine and Radiator...
Jul 08, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Heather Dahlman, Operations Superintendent, sits down with Mining Minds to talk about her mining journey. She discusses how her path to become a corporate lawyer led her into mining and how she has not looked back since. Heather walks us through her time as a short-range engineer, talks about what its like supervising an operations crew of over 90 individuals and how she draws influence from her upbringing. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Heather Dahlman to the face. Rockwell Industrial and Mini...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Chief of Emergency Response, Dan West stops by the studio to visit with Mining Minds. Dan tells us his interesting story into the mining industry and how going to Yale impacted his journey. He discusses his weight loss journey, the relationship he has with his twin brother, and how he has worked hard for opportunity in his young career. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Dan West to the face. Motor Mission Rockwell Industrial and Mining...
Jun 24, 2020•1 hr 16 min
From Mining Minds , we would like to wish all you dads out there a Happy Father's Day. On this special episode we took the opportunity to call our grandfather and talk a little bit about his mining career over the ol' land line. We dive into some of the funnier stories he has shared with us throughout the years and were able to reminisce about some of the good times. During the episode we were also able to talk to Grandma Grover and get her take on the mining industry. Join Mining Minds as we we...
Jun 17, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Northern Nevada boy, Anthony Sandoval joins Mining Minds to talk about his experience in mining and his love for bucking bulls. Anthony started his mining career doing construction work at the mines, Anthony quickly went from leach pads to mill work, underground to surface operations. He walks us through his side hustle… bucking bulls and the upcoming event, Gold Rush Bull Riding Challenge in Elko Saturday September 12th. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Anthony Sandoval to the studio. Benavides ...
Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 22 min
From wine to mining, General Sales Manager of Mining for Nevada, Jason Ashby sits down with Mining Minds to talk to us about his journey. Jason talks about how his family got into mining, his passion for sports, and wanting to be a sports broadcaster. He discusses some different mining systems like trolley assist, selling some of the worlds biggest mining equipment, and feeling apart of his customers business. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Jason Ashby to the Face. Rockwell Industrial and Minin...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Michael Vigil brings the inspiration into the studio as he sits down with Mining Minds . Michael dives into some of his past struggles, coming to Nevada to cowboy, and his experiences as a driller. Michael talks about his new clothing line called Relentless Clothing Co , staying healthy, and setting the new normal. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Michael Vigil into the studio. Mining Minds LLC (Brass in) Michael Vigil Facebook Motor Mission Rockwell Industrial and Mining...
May 27, 2020•1 hr 35 min
This week Mining Minds catches up with old friend and Maintenance Superintendent John Jacobson. John discusses his experiences in the military, his growth in construction, and his journey through his mining career. He talks about building a team, what has worked for him, and the techniques he is implementing to improve his workforce. We also had the opportunity to sit down with John's son Brandon Jacobson after the podcast and, along with some funny dad stories, Brandon tells us a little bit abo...
May 20, 2020•1 hr 35 min
Curtis Cadwell breaks down on his way back to the mines in Carolina and he calls Mining Minds to podcast. On this episode we discussed Curtis's rugby days, automation in mining, and some thoughts on the current markets and investing. As always we enjoyed sitting down and enjoying some good conversation, join us as we welcome Curtis Cadwell back to the Face. Miningmindsllc.com
May 13, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Mining Minds would like to wish all you wonderful moms out there a very Happy Mother's Day and thank you for all that you do! During this special episode of the podcast we were able to sit down with our mom (Beverly Grover) and talk about, not only her mining journey but her life journey. We walked through what it was like growing up in rural Nevada, her first mining job and where mining has allowed her to travel. We dive into some of her toughest moments in life, how she navigated through them ...
May 06, 2020•2 hr
Dispatch Technician Ruben Ramirez joins Mining Minds to tell us some good stories about his time in the mining industry. From his underground experiences to operating surface equipment, Ruben talks about earning your stripes as a miner. He gives us some insight into becoming a new miner, what it was like operating big equipment, and his perspective on taking care of the equipment that feed his kids. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Ruben Ramirez to the face. miningmindsllc.com...
Apr 29, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Senior Mining Engineer Dillon Cadwell sits down this week to walk us through his mining journey as a fourth-generation miner. He discusses his experience working at different mines, both surface and underground, and some of the pranks that miners play on each other. Dillon talks about the importance of communication at the face and how the miners help influence his work. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Dillon Cadwell to the studio. Mining Minds LLC...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr 39 min
Ventilation Engineer, Miguel Pugmire, joins Mining Minds to talk about his mining journey. He walks us through his roots in Chile, making the decision to come to Northern Nevada and the drive to earn multiple degrees as a young engineer. Miguel discusses how his background influences his day-to-day actions and some of his aspirations as he progresses through his career. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Miguel Pugmire to the Face. miningmindsllc.com...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 24 min
Legendary hip hop artist in the making, Ill Zakiel drops by the studio to check in on Mining Minds. During this episode Ill talks about his tour in Canada, we discuss how he collaborates to produce his music videos and how he continues to develop his unique style. We dive into his new album, El Fuego EP, the Tapatio brand and the connections to Guadalajara Mexico. You can check out Ill Zakiel on Spotify , Tidal , YouTube , Apple Music , Amazon , and more. Learn more about the man behind the musi...
Apr 08, 2020•1 hr 24 min
Nicknamed the People's Superintendent, Andrew Collins joins Mining Minds to walk us through his mining journey. He talks about the opportunities he has experienced as a Mineral Process Engineer (Metallurgist), his passion for golf, and shares some heartfelt stories about the love he has for his family. Andrew educates us on some of the different processing he's been involved with and discusses his new journey as a PGA Associate. Join us as we welcome Andrew Collins to the studio. To contact Andr...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 28 min
For a year Mining Minds has been sitting down with guests to talk about mining; on this week's episode we take a step back to talk about Coronavirus. We discuss our opinions, thoughts, and how the mining industry in Northern Nevada is handling the pandemic. We dive into some of the rumors, some of the hysteria, talk about fake news, and ways we are proactively handling the situations. Join Mining Minds and don't forget to brass in, share, like, and comment. Mining Minds...
Mar 25, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Electrical/Maintenance professional Joel Salazar meets up at the Face to talk with Mining Minds. Joel talks about his electrical experience, the reason he loves the Northern Nevada outdoors and what it's like to work on some of the world's biggest shovels. He discusses his approach to helping others learn, walking through those open doors of opportunity, and working like you're not afraid of being fired. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Joel Salazar to the studio. Mining Minds Rockwell Industrial...
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 36 min
As Mining Minds celebrates its 50th episode, guest Rich Maier joins us to walk through his mining journey. Rich talks about the childhood that molded him, the passion that drives him and the work ethic that makes him who he is. He discusses the importance of setting high standards and expectations for himself and for those that work with him. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Rich Maier into the studio. Miningmindsllc.com
Mar 11, 2020•2 hr 2 min
