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Join Mack Plovie In The Dirt with featured industry guests as they discuss, dissect, and explain trending topics in the construction & mining industries. If you like learning about new technology, industry hot topics, business, heavy equipment, and anything dirt related for that matter. This podcast is worth a listen. Find Mack on social media @earthmovers_media and check out our website for more! https://earthmoversmedia.com
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In this conversation, Dr. Laura Anderson, an expert in religious trauma, discusses the definition and impact of religious trauma, particularly in the context of purity culture. She shares her personal experience growing up in a high control religion and the effects it had on her. Dr. Anderson emphasizes the importance of recognizing religious traum…
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In this podcast episode, Cody interviews Austin Stout, a coach and mentor in the fitness industry. They discuss Austin's journey in becoming a gut health expert and the importance of a diverse diet for optimal gut health. They also touch on common issues like IBS and how stress, sleep, and food selection can impact digestion. Austin emphasizes the …
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On this episode Mack sits down with Ryan Haasen of Civil Craft Studio to talk all about how Ryan designs, builds, and delivers the incredible board room table dioramas he is most well known for. Ryan has a long history in both construction and building things with his hands, originally starting wood working he soon found himself building constructi…
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In this episode, Cody discusses his upcoming surgery and the reasons behind it. He also talks about the recent controversies in the world of sports, particularly in the Olympics. The main focus of the episode is on competing in bodybuilding and the mindset and preparations required for it. Cody emphasizes the importance of discipline, patience, and…
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In this episode, Cody discusses the challenges of overeating highly palatable processed foods and the impact on health. He explores the addictive nature of these foods and the strategies to regain control, such as mindful eating, improving meal quality, setting boundaries, reducing exposure, finding healthier alternatives, creating a supportive env…
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Clearview Demolition has a long history clearing the way for tomorrow demolishing buildings, bridges, pulp mills, and more. They recently began to acquire Link-Belt excavators, and now operate the largest fleet in Western Canada at 17 machines. Mack sits down with Brad Morrison of Clearview Demolition, and Mark Williams of Inland Group to talk all …
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In this episode of the Coach Cody podcast, Cody discusses the concept of decision fatigue and its impact on fitness goals. He starts by addressing recent news events and then dives into a study on the link between coffee consumption and metabolic health. Cody explains what decision fatigue is and its causes, such as constant decision-making and dea…
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In this episode, Cody discusses the recent news and current events, including the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, and how it has affected his anxiety as a transgender person. He then transitions to a study on the combination of melatonin and magnesium for sleep, and shares his personal experience with using these supplements. Cody then del…
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When most people think of renting equipment, they think mini excavator or bobcat, not many people know mining companies rent large haul trucks, dozers, wheel loader, excavators, and more! Mack sits down with Cody Harman, President and Founder of Harman Energy LLC, a large equipment rental outfit based in Bluefield West Virginia. Mack and Cody talk …
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In this episode, Cody discusses the effects of ashwagandha on stress and anxiety based on a study. He then transitions to talking about setbacks in fitness journeys and provides tips on how to deal with them. Cody emphasizes the importance of resilience, mindset shifts, and learning to pivot instead of quitting. Training: www.codyharman.com email: …
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In this episode, Cody discusses the benefits of eating fresh, seasonal fruits and highlights a study on the effects of blueberries on executive functioning and depression. He then transitions to the topic of inflammation, explaining the difference between acute and chronic inflammation and how chronic inflammation can contribute to various diseases…
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In this episode, Cody discusses the challenges faced by the transgender community, particularly during Pride Month. They share their personal experiences with online trolling and hate speech, highlighting the increase in violence and political polarization. Cody also reflects on the role of religion and patriotism in fueling transphobia. In the sec…
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In this episode, Cody discusses GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, which are commonly used for weight loss and blood sugar management. He explains how these medications work by regulating blood sugar, enhancing insulin secretion, and reducing appetite. Cody highlights the pros of GLP-1 medications, including weight loss, blood sugar regulation, an…
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In this episode, Cody discusses his recent health issues and treatments for nerve pain, anxiety, and depression. He shares his experience with TMS therapy and the challenges of talking about mental health as a trans man. The main topic of the episode is plateaus in fitness journeys. Cody explains how plateaus are normal and often indicate the need …
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The construction industry is changing, while it is still a male populated industry, more women are entering at all levels as operators, trades, managers, even CEO's. On this episode Mack sits down with Amanda, grader operator, to talk about her career, barriers she faced when entering the industry, what she enjoys about heavy equipment operation, a…
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The episode covers mental health awareness, pride month, and the impact of calorie tracking on eating disorders. It delves into the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community, the impact of social media trolls, and the benefits and drawbacks of calorie tracking. The host shares personal experiences and offers advice for maintaining mental well-being w…
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In this episode, Cody discusses the challenges of navigating a busy schedule while trying to eat healthy. He emphasizes the importance of planning ahead, keeping it simple, and making mindful choices. Cody provides tips on meal prepping, creating a grocery list, and ordering healthy options when dining out. He also recommends essential kitchen tool…
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Cat diesel engines have a long histroy powering our world whether it be in heavy equipment, on highway trucks, generators, and more. On this episode Mack sits down with Allen Chen, product manager for the new Cat C13D engine, they talk all about the new C13D engine design, testing the engine, applications for the engine, and much more! As you’ll he…
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In this episode, Cody debunks several fat loss myths that are commonly believed. He emphasizes that overall calorie intake is what matters most for weight gain or loss, not the timing of meals. He also dispels the myth that carbohydrates make you fat, explaining that overeating any macronutrient can lead to weight gain. Cody cautions against extrem…
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In this episode, Cody discusses the different dimensions of health and how they contribute to overall well-being. He covers physical health, existential health, environmental health, emotional health, social health, and mental health. Cody provides daily actions that can be taken to improve each dimension of health and emphasizes the importance of …
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In this episode, Cody discusses ways to prevent burnout in your fitness journey. He emphasizes the importance of not going too hard too fast, setting realistic expectations, phasing training and nutrition based on life circumstances, finding enjoyment in the process, having a support system, remembering your why, and taking proper rest days and del…
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Autonomous equipment operation has been widely used in Mining since the 2000's, whether on haul trucks or dozers, its become a popular business practice to help miners be better miners. Lately, autonomous technology has been deployed in the construction industry to help contractors/companies be safer, more efficient, and more productive in certain …
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Mental health is incredibly important and I always want to emphasize the positive impact that fitness can have on mental health. This episode my client Titus came on and shared his story of his mental health struggles and how fitness has helped his mental health. For training: www.codyharman.com Instagram: mrcoachcody email: trainwithcoachcody@gmai…
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Stress is really underrated when it comes to the impact it can have on your health and fitness goals. In this episode I go over the impact of stress and ways that you can try to reduce it. For training: www.codyharman.com Email: trainwithcoachcody@gmail.com Instagram: mrcoachcody YouTube: Cody_talks
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If you are thinking about doing a bodybuilding show, you definitely don't want to miss this episode. I talk about the realities of prep, what I am like as a coach vs. prep coach and things to prepare for if you are thinking about doing your first show. for training: www.codyharman.com Instagram: mrcoachcody Tiktok: mrcoachcody Youtube: cody_talks…
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There are a lot of buzz words out there in the fitness and food industry that can be misleading. In this episode I sit down and unravel some of what those buzz words really mean and red flags to look out for. For training: www.codyharman.com Email: trainwithcoachcody@gmail.com Instagram: mrcoachcody YouTube: Cody_talks…
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Have you ever been so afraid of failing at something that you decided not to try it at all? Or maybe you've given up on a goal because the fear of not achieving it seemed overwhelming. In this episode I talk about fear of failure. Whether you fear failure with a career goal or fitness and nutrition, Let's explore how fear can hold us back and, more…
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I've struggle with anxiety my whole life, but I don't think I have ever really gone into detail about the severity of it. This is my attempt to tell my story so that others who struggle with anxiety can feel less alone. If you would like to train with me: www.codyharman.com Instagram: mrcoachcody tiktok: mrcoachcody Threads: mrcoachcody twitter: mr…
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The podcast is back and it is here to stay. I took a long break from this podcast but I am ready to get it started again. In this episode I go over why I was absent, what to expect moving forward and a re-introduction. If you are interested in training you can fill out an application here: www.codyharman.com Follow me elsewhere: instagram: @mrcoach…
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The history of the Le Tourneau large wheel loader product is well known in the global mining industry, today the Le Tourneau product is now Komatsu's surface mining wheel loader product line. Mack sits down with Michael Fleet, product manager for Komatsu electric wheel loader (EWL) line to discuss everything large Komatsu/Le Tourneau wheel loaders!…
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Landfills are an important part of modern day society, and successfully managing a landfill comes down to optimizing equipment in the field and managing the flow of waste materials. Mack sits down with Shaun MacIntosh of Propeller to talk about how propeller is helping landfills with technology, from measuring compaction to maximize density (minimi…
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Starting with a 988B wheel loader loading out railcars with ballast, to multi million dollar civil and mining projects throughout Western Canada, the story of MacKay Contracting is one worth hearing about. Mack sits down with Rob MacKay, President & CEO, alongside Brandon Pighin, General Manager for MacKay to talk about how MacKay started, the proj…
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Mack sits down with Steve, Mike, and Jeff from BelPacific Excavating & Shoring LP to talk all about deep excavation and shoring work in downtown Vancouver. Starting as a Limited Partnership, BelPacific has contributed to the Vancouver skyline working on projects such as Shangri-La tower, The ButterFly, and more. We discuss how BelPacific started, w…
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The Cat D10 track type tractor has been a staple of the mining and heavy civil construction industries since introduction back in 1977, it is arguably one of the most iconic dozers on the market. Mack sits down with Dave Gleissner to talk all about this legendary tractor, from first prototype where the high drive sprocket made an appearance, throug…
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Big Komatsu dozers have been a staple in the mining and heavy civil construction industry for a long time, and their new dash 8 (-8) series D375 and D475 dozers are a testament to Komatsu listening to customer feedback. Mack sits down with Chad Perrault, technical specialist with SMS Equipment for D375/D475 dozers, to talk about what's new with the…
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Ever wondered what it takes to be a high reach demolition operator? Or how buildings are demolished? Mack sits down with two of Priestly Demolition's finest high reach operators, Matt Baker and Rob Morrison, to talk all about their careers in the demolition industry, how buildings are demolished, Priestly's new SK1600 high reach, and more! Find Pri…
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From running equipment as an employee to buying 325 excavators and feller bunchers for land management projects throughout BC, I sit down with Matthew Antifay of Mattco Excavating to chat about his story becoming an owner operator. We dive into what it takes to become an owner operator, the ups and downs of owning heavy equipment, the pain 10 cent …
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Investing in your people with training is becoming an incredibly important component of the modern day construction company, and Wilco's in house training program is a fine example. Mack sits down with Doug, H.E.O Training Manager to talk all about Wilco's heavy equipment training program, why training is important, the results they are seeing, and…
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From getting out of school and starting as a driller helper/laborer to now being one of the managing partners of T&A Rock Works Inc, Sam is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to the drill & blast industry. Sam sits down with Mack to talk about his story in the industry, drilling & blasting in urban (close proximity) settings, how T&A is …
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This time In The Dirt, Mack sits down with Chad Kyllo of Acres Enterprises as well as Remo Scalzo and Stantton Pallister of SITECH Western Canada for a panel discussion about how Acres is using Trimble Technology in their business. We dive into the Acres story from their first piece of technology to where they are today as one of the market leaders…
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Whether you are training your existing workforce or the workforce of tomorrow, Cat Simulators are an effective way to train your equipment operators on all types of equipment without downing equipment on a jobsite to do so. Mack sits down with Jonathan of Cat Simulators to chat all about the types of simulators, what a new or experienced operator c…
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You asked, I answered? After people requested some Q&A podcast episodes, Mack answers questions submitted by followers on this episode. From underground scoop tram designs, how to get started in the industry, how he got started in photography, to a quick look at some Do's and Don'ts in equipment operating. Submit your questions to Mack on Instagram…
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Getting your career started in the industry, going to school for operating, seeking opportunities to run equipment, skillsets to adopt as an operator, placer mining, and how moving dirt in the Yukon is different. Mack sits down with Sam Inskip, heavy equipment operator from the Yukon, to talk about her career adventures after 10 years in the indust…
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Komatsu has been a well known name in the mining world for decades, and their hydraulic shovels & excavators are a fine example of what their mining class equipment offers. Mack sits down with Bryce Short of Komatsu/SMS Equipment to talk everything Komatsu shovels, from PC2000 up to PC8000 in front shovel and backhoe configuration. They get into se…
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Underground mining is part of the mining world you have never heard about, often out of sight, these mines produce the critical raw minerals civilization needs to sustain itself. And Technology is helping underground miners, mine better. I chat with Gary Smolik of Finning Canada on this episode to discuss the different technology solutions from Cat…
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As loggers retire, the industry is now facing the challenging task of recruiting and training the next generation to continue operating an industry that makes civilization as we know it, possible. I sit down with Ryer Becker, part of the research faculty in the Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Forest Sciences at The University of Idaho, to talk…
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Mack and guest Kristina sit down to chat addressing the industry wide workforce issue in construction. While there isn't a list of answers to the industry wide problem, Mack and Kristina do their best to talk about some of the solutions out there currently. From how to attracting, retain, and train people, to initiatives Crew Collab has to help sol…
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Ever been curious what it takes to design, build, and select the right dump body for large rigid frame haul trucks like Cat 793 or 797? Mack sits down with Kerry from GroundForce worldwide to talk all about Groundforce's dump body products for large rigid frame haul trucks. From design to end user application, Mack and Kerry cover everything about …
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GPS machine control technology is changing the way contractors do business and move dirt. On this episode Mack sits down with Kris Troppmann, manager of smart construction at SMS Equipment, to talk Komatsu's new retrofit GPS machine control system, how technology is helping contractors move dirt more efficiently by saving money and time on earthwor…
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