Beers With A Miner

CW is an operator who has worked in Aust and overseas. She's a cool chick and we had a lot of fun as we talk about Mad Mumzie being one of her first instructors to drive a dump truck. This was also the first interview Mad Mumzie ever did with a fellow coal mine worker for a book many years ago. We decided to release this episode because as you will hear many valuable lessons and stories unfold, an...

Lots of laughs and stories from Mad Bazz, a trainer/assessor/operator who shares many tips on thriving and surviving a mining lifestyle, in gold and coal mines for over 30 years. He is also married to Mad Mumzie's Mum. This is a very informative, funny and moving episode shooting the breeze over a few beers. He also taught Mad Mumzie how to drive a dump truck! What does he say when left alone with...

The news of a coal miner being killed in a local mine in Central Qld prompted this shorter episode from Mad Mumzie. The guy that died was also a local in her town. Now more than ever we need to watch out for each other, and ask "RuOK?" Also it really hits home how life and death mining can be. Stay safe at work and watch out for each other.

More than just a hashtag for RuOK Day. Australians all over the country, not just those living a mining lifestyle, are being encouraged to take notice of people around you. Have a conversation, and see if they "R OK? Brendan Maher is the CEO of this fantastic organisation. How did he come to be involved? What is the Big Yellow bus and of course what is his favourite beverage? Mad Mumzie and Brenda...

Lyn Olsen is a renowned artist, she was also a true pioneer for women working in male dominated industries. What was it like being one of a handful of women on a crew of 150 men 30 years ago, and how can this help us all today? She is also Mad Mumzie's Mum! Listen in as they both uncover the journey, lessons and fun of living the mining lifestyle many years ago, over a glass of red wine.

"The essential handbook that helps every family to survive and thrive when separated by work." Kirsty is also a, FIFO wife, Mum, business owner, executive consultant, life coach, blogger, public speaker, meditation teacher, trainer and assessor and full of passion as you will hear in this episode. These golden nuggets can be used by any family, not just those living a mining lifestyle. Great tips...

Lisa Mirtsopolous from Dump Truck Discovery chats about her journey into mining, and why an earthquake has now changed everything! Listen in as we talk about training, driving the biggest dump trucks in the world. Lisa has been Named in the "100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining" She is also a mentor and inspiration for me, Mad Mumzie. I first came across Lisa a few years ago when I was looking...

Qld Mining Expo Mackay. Mad Mumzie chats with the Expo Director, Holden's Mining & Resources Manager about their million dollar 4WD concept car followed by Michelle from Redfox Mackay on drones in mining. My offsider takes a spin in a mining truck simulator and it catches fire! Also a great chat with 2 future guests from Mining Family Matters and the Mining & Energy Challenge. Learn their answers...

Media spokesperson for FIFO inquiry. Regular on the TV, radio and newspapers. I feel honoured to have Nicole on the podcast. We dig deep into subjects like did you feel pressure to get things done with the government on our behalf? Has anything changed do you think? From the FIFO inquiry what else has to be done, what is missing? What is it someone thinking of entering the mining industry should k...

Mad Mumzie chats to Life coach and coal miner Jodie Davis. Jodie has done the Tony Robbins fire-walk and training and much more. Listen in as a couple of coal miners have a chat over a few beers in MM's new studio. You don't need to be a miner or a dump truck operator to take away some awesome new ways to handle life. We talk about it in a fun way that relates to many…poor me, angry and pissed off...

Working for over 20 years living the mining lifestyle as a dozer driver, dump truck operator, grader and loader operator, this dude shares with Mad Mumzie his insights into changes in the industry, tips for newbies and has a some clear thoughts on using his PPE outside of work! This was the second interview for a book that never came about. It did inspire my love of interviewing and helped me real...

What is your bucket list of fun? Create it, keep it, practice it, share it. Why? When life throws us challenges we all need to know how we can turn our thoughts and feelings around....what works for you? Listen in as Mad Mumzie shares thoughts from Hard Hat Mentor, Nicole Ashby, Rachael Kirby Lee, Jodie Davis and Mad Mumzie to help us all find our own personal ways to get through the crappy times....

3 years ago today my family lost a treasure. Big T was my daughter's partner. He was a fun loving, Aussie bloke who we all thought was going to be part of our family forever. Today I honour the short time we were all together by sharing with you a few words from the heart. They are helping me to heal, and perhaps I hope, may help you too when life turns to crap. This episode is not just about livi...

I am a miner, but am I a Real Miner? My partner is a "Real Miner." Just ask him, he will tell you! I thought we were all real miners, what is the difference? You work in a mine, you're a real miner, right? The Oxford Dictionary describes a miner as anyone who works in a mine. There is no definition for a "Real Miner." When I met my partner, an underground miner, he started calling me a Gravel Scra...

"Drewie" shares stories from her 20 plus years working in the mining, construction and oil and gas industries. Listen in as we chat about her journey working in these industries, and why she has chosen this path and is so passionate about helping others to thrive and survive!

Binge drinking, too often, especially around our loved ones, can make us a pain  to be with at times, and oh yeah of course it’s not good for you.  Please cut us hardworking miners some slack. A few beers on break should be ok...but it's all in the amount and the timing. 

How do you get a job in the mines? Where do you start? What do you need? Is there a number to ring? In this episode Mad Mumzie outlines 5 steps  to start now toward your job as a dump truck operator. Many of these can also be used across other roles in the mining industry. 

Mad Mumzie talks about an emotional day at work. Need a cup of cement and harden up? Toughen up princess!! Why are some people angry and cranky? Why are others emotional, sad, depressed? It can be tough at times, no matter what workplace  you are in. How do you cope? How does Mad Mumzie cope, and what good can come from crying in your truck? Living a mining lifestyle and the FIFO way ain't always...

Being a dump truck operator in the mining industry living a FIFO lifestyle does not have to be boring. Mad Mumzie discusses her blog post further about things you can do whilst working long hours away from home. These concepts can work for most who are  working long hours, shift work away from home. 

What was it like the first time she sat in a huge dump truck? How is night shift? Camp life? Two way radios? Mining lingo and of course...driving the trucks! In this episode we chat again now that Karen  has completed 3 shifts and the fun begins. Listen in to hear what it's really like as a newbie on a mine site learning to live the mining lifestyle and your first few shifts as a dump truck operat...

Karen reached out for some help to get a job in the mines as a dump truck operator. In this episode we sit down for a chat about why she so desperately wants to work in the mining industry, steps taken so far and tips for others looking to do the same. We also celebrate some good news in part 2 as she has a start date! Now the fun begins. What can she expect, the next steps and her thoughts on her...

In this episode you will meet Mad Mumzie, your host, as she discusses the plan for her new podcast about living a mining lifestlye. FIFO is not just about getting on a plane, plenty of us bus and drive to work. Find out why Mad Mumzie has a passion to share what it is really like living this lifestyle. If you are a "wannabe" miner, already doing it, retired or family member working away from home,...