Mining Minds

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 music at illzakiel.com where you can find tour dates, booking options, and featured swag. You can always show your support by joining Ill's Patreon. 

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 Andrew Collins follow the links below: Andrew Collins - LinkedIn Andrew Collins - Facebook

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 

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 and Mining Motor Mission Machine and Radiator

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 

Senior Human Resources Business Partner Leslie Kemp sits down with Mining Minds to walk us through her mining story. Leslie tells us about how she paid for college by fighting wildland fires, her background in psychology, and the importance of caring for the people you work with. She also discusses the importance of having honest conversations and truly helping individuals succeed. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Leslie Kemp to the studio.   Miningmindsllc.com  

Thirty-year miner Mark Blakeman sits down with Mining Minds and drops some tips for the young miners out there. Mark talks about getting his start in the uranium mines, coaching little league, and the changes he's seen in mining through the years. We reminisce with Mark about working at the Bullfrog mine in Beatty and discuss life outside of mining, like the outdoors. Mining Minds would like to welcome Mark Blakeman to the studio.    Miningmindsllc.com Brass in to be a guest on the show Sponsors 

Operations Manager Joe Kemp finds his way into the Mining Minds studio to talk to us about his mining journey. Joe walks us from his agriculture background and into the different functions of the mining cycle he has experienced. He talks about the importance of culture, listening, and pulling in the right people to operate a successful mine. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Joe Kemp to the Face.    Climb. Conquer. Cure Donate Miningmindsllc.com

"If you want stuff you have to do stuff" says Derek Russell. Mining Minds was able to sit down with Derek as he talked about coming from Southern California to this Northern Nevada area. New to the mining community he discusses the opportunities places like these provide. Derek talks about trying and failing versus not traying at all, uprooting his family, and continuing to grow as a person. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Derek Russell to the studio.  Miningmindsllc.com

Mining Minds had the opportunity to sit down with Aaron Granger this week and talk about his mining experience, his new journey with a new company and what drives him to be better. On this 40oz Friday addition, we recap some of the experiences we had running Lamoille Canyon and Aaron talks about what it meant for him being with family and friends for the Marine Core Marathon. One of the big reasons Aaron came on the podcast was to continue his support for his brother and all those out there fighting leukemia and lymphoma. Please join Mining Minds as we continue the fight. You can donate by following the link below. Climb. Conquer. Cure    

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Tye Lasich pops in the studio to talk about his journey from a Montana ranch kid to working for one of the worlds largest gold producers. Tye talks about his experience mining underneath the World Trade Center, standing on top of a blast mat as a round goes off, and discusses some of the technical aspects of his profession. Join us as we welcome in Tye Lasich to the studio.  

Industrial Hygienist Shandy Holm sits down with Mining Minds for an impromptu episode in the studio. We talk about her journey into mining, how her hometown has influenced her career, and why she loves what she does. Shandy talks about caring for "her" miners and even puts on a little trash talking clinic throughout the episode. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Shandy Holm into the studio. 

Jeff Watson joins Mining Minds to kick off 2020 in a healthy way. He talks about his experiences as a miner and the road that led him to be an entrepreneur. Jeff explains how he is changing the health and wellness industry, discusses the importance of asking for what you want and the successes of failure. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Jeff Watson into the studio. You can follow Jeff on Facebook @https://www.facebook.com/jeff.watson.5851 and you can start your new year off by going to https://empowerfitnesselko.com/membership/ and signing up for your journey.  

Mining Minds enjoyed much success in 2019 and that success came from the guests, our sponsors, and you the listener. We take this episode to reflect on this past year, dive into the guests we had on and some of the most memorable moments. Thank you again to everyone who has supported us and we look forward to making 2020 a great year! 

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Mining Minds. This week Victor Ortiz sits down in the studio to bring us some holiday cheer. He talks about going from a bank manager, to a haul truck operator, and his role now as a safety specialist. Victor talks about some of his personal strengths, struggles and insights into building a strong organizational culture. We'd like to thank Victor for joining us in the studio and brining in some laughs as we celebrate the holidays. 

On this week's episode, Thomas Sutton sits down with Mining Minds and talks about his journey with cancer, wanting to become a doctor as a kid, and how mining eventually chose him. We discuss the importance of understanding the business side of mining, bonuses underground, a few shower stories, and Thomas' goals inside and outside the mining industry. Mining Minds would like to thank Thomas for stopping by the studio and sharing his experiences! 

Singer, songwriter, miner... Alan Franklin sits down with Mining Minds to talk about his journey. Alan walks us through some of the good times and hard lessons learned as an underground miner. He shares how he came into writing music and is the first on Mining Minds to perform live in studio! From country to rap Alan can lay down some lyrics and shows both sides on this episode. Stay tuned after the episode or follow the link to hear  Alan Franklin (feat. Ill Zakiel) - Ore Diggers.  https://www.facebook.com/alanwfranklin https://www.illzakiel.com/ https://www.patreon.com/illzakiel  

On this week's episode we explore the mining journey of Kristi Ojala. Kristy describes the moments in her career that defined her and took her down the path that has allowed her to thrive in the mining industry. Kristy offers her advice to new miners and describes life in the mining industry for female miners, especially the females who are at the Face. Join us as we welcome Kristy to the show. Join the discussion and brass in at miningmindsllc.com.

From the Department of Transportation, to mining and back. Joel McDermott joins us to talk about his journey and the things he's learned along the way, especially the impact that surveying has in mining. Joel details the reason why he started mining and what brought him back to the Department of Transportation. He also talks with us about being healthy and what kinds of activities he does outside of work. Join us as we welcome Joel to the Face! Don't forget to brass in at miningmindsllc.com to join the conversation!

Love what you do and do what you love, Kevin White does both as a blasting professional! He sits down with Mining Minds and talks about the technical side of blasting, how far we have come in the industry, and where the profession of blasting is heading. Kevin tells us how coloring eggs helped him sink roots in this Northern Nevada area and how his passion for work keeps him motivated. Join us in welcoming in Kevin White to the Face!   Miningmindsllc.com