Mining Minds

Mining Minds takes to the road and travels to Lake Tahoe for the annual Nevada Mining Association and Winnemucca Nevada for the first annual Mining into The Future Symposium. On this episode we had the opportunity to sit down with Alex Stoner of Global Business Reports and dive into their publication. We also had the privilege to sit down with Dana Pray of P&C Recruiting and HR as she gives some i...

Born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico and raised in Northern Nevada, ILL Zakiel  has put years into his craft. He has since released a large catalog of music and has been building a loyal following along the way. ILL has established himself as a legit up and comer. Proving time and time again he can energize virtually any crowd, ILL is poised to win new fans at any show he performs at. He's been fo...

President of RAM Enterprise, Inc. Tim Horn sits down in studio with Mining Minds to talk about his career in the mining industry. From his Northern Nevada roots to mining Magnesite, Tim discusses leadership throughout his life. He educates us on vulcanizing, discusses growing business through relationships, and helping his employees live their fullest lives. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Tim Hor...

Let's talk about it… stress, anger, emotions. Why in a world of tough guys can we not talk about what's really on our mind? On this episode of the podcast Founder of BGA, Jesse Herrera, sits down with Mining Minds to talk about the mentality of miners. We discuss setting ego aside to confront issues within ourselves, the reality of drinking through issues, and being ok with not being ok. We talk a...

President and founder of ALIVE @ WORK LLC Joe Contrera sits down with Mining Minds to talk about development, leadership, and influence! As a speaker, executive coach, and consultant for 30 years Joe has been igniting the fire in leaders so they can create an ALIVE @ Work Culture ! Joe walks us through his upbringing, the influence of his mothers words, and leading his first team. We discuss the i...

For the first time Mining Minds took to the road to podcast away from home. The Eastern Nevada Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration held their annual fundraiser event in Ely Nevada, and we had the opportunity to speak with many of the individuals and businesses attending. We met some amazing people, had great conversations, and were able to talk a little trash while podcasting from hole nu...

Human Resource professional Nikita Grover joins in studio to talk about her role in her mining industry. Nikita talks about being from a generational mining family, how hard work in her early years has helped her career, and life as a working mother. Along he way she discusses her opportunities through her career, the value in following good leadership, and her approach to developing quality cultu...

#120- Jimmy Macpherson Jr. Mining Engineer Jimmy Mac Jr. joins Mining Minds in studio to talk mining. In this episode we talk about surface and underground differences, the different roles in the mining process and the opportunity to learn from one another, and ideas to influence the next generation of young miners. Jimmy talks about the guidance he received as a young man, his experience growing...

Equipment Operator and old school miner Marlin Elam joins Mining Minds at the Face to talk about the industry. Marlin walks us through being broke-in as a dozer operator, his experiences as a young miner and his journey from Arizona mining to Northern Nevada mining. He discusses today mining (whiners not miners), treating development projects like an artist's blank canvas, and wood working in his...

Executive Managing Director for Nevada Gold Mines Greg Walker joins Mining Minds to walk us through his mining journey. As a third-generation miner Greg talks about growing up in the mining industry in western Australia, starting his career as a process operator and taking an alternative route to gain his education. He discusses his experiences throughout the global mining industry, taking the opp...

On this episode of the podcast, we take the face to the Expo. For the first time Mining Minds had the opportunity to be part of the Elko Mining Expo and give our review. We were able to talk to a handful of individuals in the industry, including master mechanic Cecil Cotten, Independent Field Service Technician Jesse Boudes, Sales professional Clint Harper, and Account Manager Matt Hilliard. Join...

Lawyer and President of Nevada Mining Association Tyre Gray joins Mining Minds in studio to talk mining. From the four corners of San Diego to grinding and becoming a successful lawyer, Tyre discusses mining being that first step in the green revolution. He walks us through the impact COVID had on his entry into his role as president, his de-mystifying and diversification plan for his team, and ta...

Machinist and Maintenance Technician Cecil Cotton sits in studio with Mining Minds on this episode of the podcast to talk about his journey! Cecil walks us through growing up in Texas, moving to Las Vegas where he met his wife, and eventually landing in the Northern Nevada mining community working on equipment. He discusses his career being molded by his early years as a machinist, putting safety...

Project Manager and Environmental Engineer Taylor Dillion sits in studio, with Mining Minds , to talk about her mining journey. Taylor discusses how she took an eight-week internship out west and how that has led her to a 10-year career in the mining industry. She walks us through her experiences at multiple mine sites, her opportunities as part of a corporate Environmental, Health & Safety Manage...

Real estate and construction entrepreneur Zain Buke joins Mining Minds to discuss starting, developing, and managing successful businesses. Zain walks us through his youth growing up in Las Vegas to joining the military during the height of conflict in Iraq. He talks about his path in real estate, providing quality customer service, and how he has transitioned those experiences into his constructi...

Health & Safety Superintendent Ken Groves joins Mining Minds from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to talk mining. Ken discusses getting into mining as a multi-generational miner, the cultural shock of joining the military, and his experience mining in Nevada. He talks to us about the passion and people in mine rescue, the individuals who have influenced him throughout his career, and how he uses h...

Alan Franklin joins Mining Minds in studio for his second appearance on the show and he doesn't disappoint. Alan shares with us his incredible story out of addiction and into recovery. He describes some of his darkest moments during his addiction, the experiences leading him to bettering himself, and the path to making the right decisions daily while working to recover. Join Mining Minds as we con...

Owner and Master Guide at Timberline Outfitters Guide Service Thomas Brunson sits down with Mining Minds to talk hunting. Thomas walks us through his younger years growing up in a small town, playing baseball in southern California, to following his passion for hunting. Thomas discusses customer service from a guide standpoint, explains his ethics and expectations as a master guide, and shares som...

Chairman & CEO at Gold Royalty Corp. David Garofalo joins Mining Minds to talk business. David is a globally recognized chief executive with over 30 years of experience in the creation and growth of multibillion dollar sustainable mining businesses. David walks us through his journey from a young accountant getting into the mining industry to rapidly growing and developing Gold Royalty Corp (NYSE...

Back by popular demand, Mining Minds sits in studio to discuss recent events happening in the world. On this episode we travel deep down the rabbit hole to talk about many topics including: censorship, MSM directing narratives, an update on corona virus amongst many other topics. We are joined at the Face by oldest brother Brady Brunson and by researcher/self-educator Sam Delaney. Join Mining Mind...

Face Miner, Nipper, and TikTok producer Cory Rockwell joins Mining Minds in studio to walk through his mining journey. Cory talks about growing up in Hollywood, getting into the oil fields with no experience, and ultimately landing in mining. Starting out in the processing labs to working in the processing mills, Cory finally made his way into underground mining. Cory has also made a name for hims...

Territory Sales Manager Josh Kufeld sits in studio to chat it up with Mining Minds . Josh walks us through his youth, how the military helped mold him, and his theory on brining a mouthpiece to the bars. He also talks about maturing after some advice from his father, raising his children to become independent thinkers, and building sincere relationships in his current role. Join Mining Minds as we...

Owners of Rubicon Mechanical , Heather and Brownen join Mining Minds in studio to talk some shop. They share their story of how they met, how Brownen landed a keeper by fishing off the company dock, and how Heather played hard to get. They walk us through starting Rubicon Mechanical, recognizing each other's strengths, and how they go about hiring the right people. Join Mining Minds as we welcome...

Safety Manager Kevin Jessop joins Mining Minds in studio to talk about his mining journey. Kevin discusses his early plans to be a dentist, how he was introduced to mining, and how he ultimately fell in love with the industry and the people. Kevin shares his experience coming into the mining industry, facing challenges, developing his leadership skills, and growing through opportunities and his ro...

Mine Operations Supervisor Jamie Salazar meets Mining Minds at the Face to talk about his mining journey. Jamie discusses his childhood from boxing, gigging frogs, to delivering water. He talks about breaking into the mining industry through the process division, seizing opportunity when it presents itself, and his approach to managing his team. Join Mining Minds as we welcome Jamie Salazar to the...