Episodes
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In this 'On the Rocks Selects' episode, we dive back into the world of deep sea mining with The Metals Company.
We start with a fresh update from a recent webinar featuring our host Emily King and TMC's CFO Craig Shesky, exploring the latest developments in the industry.
Then, we revisit our fascinating September 2022 conversation with TMC's CEO Gerard Barron, where we explored the history, technology, and potential of deep sea mining.
This episode offers a unique perspective on how the industry has evolved over the past two years, from the geopolitical implications to technological advancements. Hear about the challenges and opportunities in sourcing critical minerals from the ocean floor, and how this could impact the future of clean energy.
To watch the full June 20th, 2024 webinar replay, please visit this link: https://forcefamilyoffice.com/events/metals-and-mining/the-metals-company-coming-june-20-2024/If you'd like more information, please contact Steven Saltzstein of Force Family Office. ([email protected])
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To round up our May Mental Health Month, host Emily King was joined by Dr. Haydon Mort and Peggy Bell to talk about Neurodivergence in the mining industry! What is it, how can your team embrace this "different" thinking style, and more! Haydon and Peggy share personal stories and insights, as well as give tips and tricks for incorporating neurodivergent inclusivity into your team.
Be sure to follow us on social media to stay tuned for the next Monthly Mining Roundup, and join us live!
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In this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast by Prospector, host Emily King sits down with Alex Michshenko, CEO of Trident Maor, for a deep dive into the world of uranium. As they reflect on the historical origins of uranium mining in the US and its subsequent decline, they uncover the complex web of factors contributing to its resurgence in the present day. From geopolitical tensions to supply chain vulnerabilities, they explore the challenges facing the uranium industry and discuss potential solutions. Throughout the conversation, they shed light on the critical importance of talent cultivation and strategic planning in shaping the future of nuclear energy.
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This episode mentions many trigger topics surrounding mental health. Please note this when considering when and how you listen.
Join Emily King and guest Hazel Duffy, founder of EnjoyYourMine, as they delve into the crucial topic of mental health and wellbeing in the global mining industry. May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States, so Hazel shares insights into the unique challenges faced by on-site workers and the innovative solutions provided by EnjoyYourMine. From fostering supportive communities to providing vital resources for mental resilience, discover how the mining industry is reshaping its approach to employee wellbeing.
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Join Emily King and guest Jon Mortensen, Global Chief Technology Officer for Enterprise Asset Management for IFS, as they explore the intersection of technology and the mining industry. From discussing the crucial role of software solutions in asset management to addressing sustainability challenges, delve into how innovation is reshaping mining operations worldwide.
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In this episode of On the Rocks, we catch up again with Tara Christie, President and CEO of Banyan Gold Corp. Emily and Tara delve into the current state of gold prices, market dynamics, and the challenges and opportunities facing junior exploration companies. From analyzing the surge in gold prices to discussing strategies for effective capital management, they provide valuable insights drawn from their experience in the mining industry. The conversation also explores the importance of innovation in mining operations and the complexities of balancing technological advancements with community engagement and job creation. Grab a drink and dig in!
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In this episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King is joined by Dr. Steven Schafrik, an associate professor at the University of Kentucky, where he intersects the worlds of mining engineering and bourbon production.
Digging into the unexpected synergy between these two fields, Dr. Schafrik shares how mining technologies are being applied to solve unique challenges within the bourbon industry, such as warehouse corrosion and maturation processes.
This episode not only uncovers the scientific crossover but also celebrates the innovative collaboration that drives both industries forward.
Tune in for a deep dive into how the science of mining is enhancing Kentucky's cherished bourbon legacy!
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In this episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King welcomes Ira Gostin, a seasoned professional in investor relations and capital markets strategy. Gostin delves into his background in marketing and communications, emphasizing the crucial role of storytelling in connecting mining companies with investors. He discusses the impact of the "Robinhood Era" on retail investment, the significance of understanding audience demographics, and the necessity for mining companies to adapt their communication strategies to reach diverse investor groups effectively. Gostin also provides practical advice for investors new to the mining industry, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of mining and investor relations!
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In this transformative episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, hosted by Emily King and sponsored by KPI Mining, experts Benny Cohen, Matheus Faria, and Giovanni Santos dive deep into the world of mining optimization through the lens of stochastic mine planning. They shed light on how traditional challenges of uncertainty in mining operations can be mitigated by embracing stochastic optimization techniques, originally honed in the oil and gas industry. The discussion explores the significant impacts of this approach, including improved Net Present Value (NPV), enhanced recovery rates, and more accurate forecasts, thereby enabling mining companies to make better-informed decisions and optimize their operations for higher efficiency and profitability.
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In this enlightening episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King chats with Ernest Scheyder, a senior correspondent at Reuters and author of "The War Below: Lithium, copper, and the global battle to power our lives". Scheyder delves into the critical minerals like lithium and copper that underpin the green energy transition. The discussion unfolds the complexities surrounding mining projects, the environmental and indigenous rights considerations, and the geopolitical chess game of mineral supply chains. With personal stories and professional insights, Scheyder highlights the crucial choices facing society in the quest for a sustainable future.
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This week on On the Rocks, host Emily King chats with Julia Souder, the CEO of LDES Council! Tune in for the full episode!
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The mining industry faced significant challenges in 2023 – fluctuating commodity prices, permitting delays, geopolitical uncertainties. As 2024 begins, inflationary pressures and market volatility persist even as demand rises for minerals essential to the global energy transition.
In a recent panel featuring experts from Prospector and VRIFY, financing trends impacting mining took center stage. While rising costs strain margins industry-wide, promising signals appear on metals integral for clean energy technologies. Government incentives and partnerships across battery/EV supply chains likewise bring new tailwinds.
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In this episode, host Emily King explores responsible mining practices through a compelling discussion with Aimee Boulanger, the executive director of the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA). They trace IRMA’s origins in early multi-stakeholder collaboration efforts beginning around 2006, discuss why credible independent assurance processes matter, and outline the organization’s innovative standards-based approach centered on feasible best practices, continuous improvement pathways tailored to local contexts, and reinventing mining’s value proposition by verifying performance gains. Along the way, they acknowledge lingering tensions around extraction tradeoffs while spotlighting win-win opportunities for communities, companies, customers and investors alike to lift industry standards over time through open dialog and shared value creation.
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The mining industry is full of great people from around the globe with different jobs, ideas, and backgrounds. At Prospector, we pride ourselves on helping shine light on many different aspects and opportunities of the industry, and highlighting those that think outside the box.
National Miners Day is recognized each year on December 6th, in an effort to celebrate, recognize and applaud the skill, dedication and hard work miners put into providing many of the products essential to fulfilling America’s most vital needs.
You might not recognize how mining plays a role in your daily life. Most people do not see the raw materials produced by mining, from metals and minerals to coal and stone, sand, and gravel. Instead, we use items every day that come from mined raw materials, never knowing that mining played an integral part in the development of the mobile devices we use, the roads we travel on, the cookware we use to make our meals, and the mined fertilizers that helped grow our food. These products, in addition to countless other necessities and conveniences, start with mining.
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Ana Gabriela Juarez is on a mission to change perceptions of the mining industry. Through her new children's book and advocacy work, she's inspiring women and youth to get involved!
On this episode of the On The Rocks, Ana discusses how she's making an impact in mining. Her book "Ana's Adventure at the Mine" aims to get kids excited about geology and mining careers.
"I think there was a need for it," Juarez shares about what motivated her to write the book. She incorporates aspects of growing up in Guatemala and pulls from her experience working in mining and women's empowerment.
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On this episode of the On the Rocks Podcast, host Emily King visits with Pete Nowicki, the COO of Arctic Digital Mining. They discuss an innovative new approach to gold mining called digital mining. Developed by Arctic Digital Mining, this model uses blockchain technology to tokenize gold reserves while leaving the gold in the ground.
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🚨 Special Episode! 🚨
Check out this special release audio replay of Prospector's October Monthly Mining Roundup where we chat with space mining expert, Daniel Sax, about all things extraterrestrial!
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In this audio replay of our September Monthly Mining Roundup we dig into drill results with special guest, Kurt Breede!
Learn about understanding drill results, advice for digging deeper into them, as well as the role technology plays in the future of them!
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In this episode of On the Rocks, we are joined by Libby Sharman, BHP Xplor Technical Lead, and Samuel Robb, Vice President of Bronzite Exploration Corp.! Dig into how the BHP Xplor program is transforming mineral exploration through its unique accelerator model, collaboration, and new approaches.
Bronzite Exploration was part of the inaugural cohort of the BHP Xplor program. Sam and Libby provide valuable insights into how the program helped advance exploration companies, and how this might signal positive changes underway in the sector.
Historically, junior exploration companies have been wary of sharing too much information, both with other explorers and with major mining corporations, fearing their ideas or districts might be taken. However, the BHP Xplor program fostered openness and collaboration between the cohort companies.
Despite being competitors, the members of the cohort were willing to discuss challenges and exchange knowledge.
"There is this degree of openness that [BHP] Xplor fostered, which is not very common in the Juniors industry, but it's extremely helpful." Sam noted.
This helped dispel misconceptions about major miners always wanting to scoop up explorers. Libby explained that BHP aims to create partnerships, not conflict. The key is communicating early and recognizing everyone ultimately wants to see new discoveries being made.
Another area where BHP Xplor had significant impact was emphasizing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in exploration. The program framed ESG issues like community engagement as non-technical risks that can make or break projects regardless of geology.
Promoting community engagement and public education in the early stages of mineral exploration could drastically change the outcome of a project. Libby points out that building trust and understanding local priorities is crucial.
BHP Xplor exemplifies positive changes that are happening all around the mining industry, especially in mineral exploration. There is greater recognition that including diverse perspectives makes for better science and business. The old models of operating in secrecy and isolation are slowly transitioning!
"I hope we're changing the way people think about how to do exploration," Libby says. Judging by the success of the previous BHP Xplor cohort, it seems that change is already underway!
BHP Xplor sets an optimistic tone for the future of responsible and innovative mineral exploration. With industry leaders like these paving the way, the prospects look bright!
If you have an exciting exploration opportunity and are ready to fast-track your path to discovery, BHP Xplor wants to hear from you! You can click here to learn more about the program, or click here to apply!
This episode of On the Rocks has been brought to you in partnership with BHP Xplor.
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On this episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King chats with Charlee Johnson, the BHP Xplor Program Lead!
The mining industry is not typically known for being fast-moving or innovative. However, BHP's Xplor program is looking to change that, disrupting how major mining companies interact with junior explorers and startups.
BHP Xplor is a unique, six-month accelerator program for early-stage explorers looking to fast-track their geologic concepts and become investment ready. But what sets it apart in the mining industry?Learn more in this episode of OTR! Pour a drink and let's dig in!
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