Best Cribroom Podcasts (2024)

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E36: Mining finance, risk and investment with Nick Rees 40:04

4M ago40:04

40:04

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we look at the world of finance that’s driving mining industry projects. From policy and activism’s effects on banking decisions, to alternative avenues for finance - what’s the current state of play? Nick Rees of Bridgend Capital comes through with the insights in this chat with Jodie and…

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E35: The critical mineral called basalt with Andrew Pedley 25:14

6M ago25:14

25:14

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we dig into the potential for collaboration between mining and agriculture, thanks to a fairly common rock in the Bowen Basin (and no, it’s not coal!). Join Jodie and Sarah-Joy as we chat with Carbonaught CEO Andrew Pedley about the opportunities that basalt presents to both industries in …

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E33: A voice for nuclear with Stephen Wilson 31:33

9M ago31:33

31:33

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about nuclear power, and the compelling arguments for nuclear to be a part of Australia’s energy mix. Tune in to find out: What it would take to operate nuclear power in Australia from the 2030s What a nuclear future looks like for the mining industry Why climate activists are real…

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E32: Mental health in mining with Nathan Turner 37:01

10M ago37:01

37:01

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat about everything from how to cook rice in under 5 minutes (have a listen, we promise it’s relevant) to mental health with the fascinating Nathan Turner of Onsite Rental Group. Tune in to find out: The difference between working in the mining industry in Papua New Guinea and Austral…

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E31: Greenwash, green shift, greener with Michael Rosengren 49:09

1y ago49:09

49:09

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat emissions and the future of the industry with Michael Rosegren of QMetCo. Tune in to find out: The reason potential mining engineers may be missing out on decades of a great career How changes to emissions legislation affect the industry What ‘green-shifting’ is and how it hurts in…

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E30: AI, technology and the future with Theodora Le Souquet 28:09

1y ago28:09

28:09

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat with strategist, technology leader and all-around go-getter Theodora Le Souquet. Theodora leads Canaria Technologies and we chatted to her about technology (obviously), AI and the future. Tune in to find out: Why AI can’t get to the future first (and why Theodora hopes the robots t…

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E29: Coal, contribution and communication with Michelle Manook 28:32

1y ago28:32

28:32

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we discuss the ‘critical resource called coal’ with Michelle Manook of the World Coal Association. Tune in to find out: How the WCA as a ‘think tank’ is changing the representation of our industry Why coal’s contribution to society goes far beyond combustion The importance of not making a …

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E28: Activism and changing the narrative with Kate Campbell 33:18

1+ y ago33:18

33:18

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about changing the narrative with Kate Campbell of Bravus. Tune in to find out: Why fighting fear with facts is an effective communications strategy The surprising impact of FIFO on communications for industry What our own industry gets wrong about future demand for coal Why the Ca…

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E27: Royalties, ESG and the future of the industry with Ian Macfarlane 27:39

1+ y ago27:39

27:39

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we catch up with QRC Chief Executive Ian Macfarlane to talk about royalties, industry trends like ESG, and where we’re headed. His answers might surprise you! Tune in to find out: News on a project that’s been around for 20 years and is finally seeing major progress What really happened ar…

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E26: Trends, Tech and Energy Transition with Tim Guinea 29:05

1+ y ago29:05

29:05

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about trends, tech and transition with Tim Guinea, Director of AAMG. Tim’s built a successful business in autonomy and asset management, after working his way through the ranks of several mining industry businesses from a trade background. Tune in to find out: The unexpected challe…

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E25: Safety, Culture and Instinct with Larnie Mackay 30:11

2y ago30:11

30:11

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk all things safety with Larnie Mackay, GM of MyneSight, a mining industry training organisation. Larnie has an amazing career background, having risen through the ranks at Anglo American to ultimately lead the team that created the world’s first intrinsically safe underground tablet…

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E24: Mining rehabilitation and soil science with Alison Price 21:19

2y ago21:19

21:19

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat soil science and rehabilitation with Alison Price of SoilCyclers, the winner of the 2022 Queensland Mining Contractor of the Year. Along with her JV partners Innovate Enviro and Cammel Consulting, Alison has changed how we think about topsoil rehabilitation. Tune in to find out: Wh…

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E23: Mining booms and net zero with Allan Fidock 25:08

2y ago25:08

25:08

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about a Queensland coal mine’s gutsy plan to get to zero emissions by 2050 - yes, it’s entirely possible, and Allan Fidock of Batchfire tells us how. Tune in to find out: What you really need to know about mining and ‘net zero’ How Allan’s early experiences shaped his career today …

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E22: Geology, exploration and the Future with Kim Wainwright 21:50

2+ y ago21:50

21:50

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk company startups, the future of exploration and skills shortages with the talented Kim Wainwright. Tune in to find out: How Kim manages her time to be a director of no less than 7 companies What a respite care organisation has to do with Kim’s mining industry businesses The current…

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E21: Mining, minerals and approvals with Mike Kaiser 24:01

2+ y ago24:01

24:01

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we go behind the scenes of the Department of Resources, and chat with Mike Kaiser, the Director-General. If you’ve ever wished you could catch up with the Director-General in the Crib Room, this is your chance. Tune in to find out: Mike’s opinion about Queensland’s approvals process How ne…

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E20: Psychological Safety and Big Lessons with Anton Guinea 27:56

2+ y ago27:56

27:56

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about safety - both physical and psychological. We’re talking to Anton Guinea, motivational speaker and advocate for safety in industry. Tune in to find out: What happened the day that Anton nearly didn’t come home from work Why it’s important for people to bring their ‘whole selve…

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E19: Indigenous Women in Mining with Florence Drummond 17:38

3y ago17:38

17:38

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we speak with Florence Drummond, CEO of Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia. Florence has built her organisation from the ground up, creating visibility, voice and quality participation for Indigenous women in the sector. Tune in to find out: The ‘sliding doors’ moment that …

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E17: Net Zero explained with Lisa France 28:25

3y ago28:25

28:25

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we dive deep into net zero - what it actually is and what it means for the mining industry. We’re talking with Lisa France - director of Climate Change Roadmap, environmental scientist and ex-politician. Tune in to find out: How to explain net zero over the pub counter (or a glass of wine)…

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E16: The Big Questions with the Hon. Scott Stewart 25:08

3y ago25:08

25:08

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we interview Queensland’s Minister for Resources, the Hon. Scott Stewart. We haven’t spoken with Minister Stewart since he took on the portfolio, so we were keen to ask his views on the important issues facing mining in Queensland. Tune in to find out: The Minister’s long-held family conne…

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E15: Nuclear, mining and the environment with Dr Benjamin Heard 32:55

3y ago32:55

32:55

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat to Dr Benjamin Heard, an ‘environmentalist voice for nuclear’. Surprisingly, nuclear and our industry don’t have mutually exclusive futures - and we chat to Ben about what that future might look like. Tune in to find out: What actually constitutes an environmental perspective on nu…

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E14: Stories from the coalface with Ian Macfarlane 30:42

3y ago30:42

30:42

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we catch up with Ian Macfarlane of the Queensland Resources Council. Ian nearly needs no introduction, following a long career in politics and resources. Tune in to find out: The next big challenge for resources What Ian calls the ‘policy tragedies of Australia’ The one piece of legislatio…

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E13: How technology transforms procurement with Darren Oliver 36:59

3+ y ago36:59

36:59

In E13 of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast we enjoy finding out what makes Darren Oliver one of the industry's experts on procurement. Darren is Group Manager Procurement for Glencore Australia. Tune in to find out: What Darren's learned over 25 years with Glencore. How the procurement process is accessing technological gains - and what the next big disr…

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E12: Opportunities and the power of 'thinking small' with Warren Pearce 35:19

3+ y ago35:19

35:19

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we discover what’s on the horizon for minerals exploration and new projects. We’re chatting with Warren Pearce, CEO of the Association of Mining and Exploration Companies. Tune in to find out: The power of ‘thinking small’ and what it means for industry suppliers The state of international…

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E11: Inclusion, change and challenge with Maria Joyce 25:35

3+ y ago25:35

25:35

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about cultural change and women in the mining industry - fittingly, we recorded this ep on International Women’s Day. We’re chatting with Maria Joyce, Chief of Staff to BHP CEO Mike Henry. Tune in to find out: How Maria made it from mining engineer to executive leader How the indus…

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E10: Diversity, data and operations with Mark Scott 23:27

3+ y ago23:27

23:27

In the final episode for Season 1 of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast, we talk with Mark Scott, Chief Operating Officer of Hastings Deering. This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat career paths, diversity and the challenges of doing business internationally. Tune in to find out: How Mark went from a gap year and sales roles to…

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E9: Environment, activism and approvals with Ngaire Tranter 25:45

4y ago25:45

25:45

Welcome to the BBMC Crib Room! Today we’re speaking with Ngaire Tranter, founder and Director of Nitro Solutions, an environmental approvals consultancy working in the mining sector. Ngaire is an environmental scientist by trade, and she’s been around the industry for as long as she can remember. Among other things (and with a fair amount of hilari…

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EP8: Community Voices and Engagement with Kieren Moffat 30:44

4y ago30:44

30:44

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we chat about the future of community engagement and why we need to change the way that we think. We’re chatting to Kieren Moffat, CEO of Voconiq, in this episode brought to you by Mackay Regional Council. Tune in to find out: Why digital-first engagement might just be the future The place…

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E7: Coal Marketing 101 with Mark Gresswell 19:22

4y ago19:22

19:22

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we dive deep on global commodities markets - more exciting than it sounds! In this episode, brought to you by Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia, we’re chatting with Mark Gresswell, director of Commodity Insights. Tune in to find out: What coal marketing really is Where the coal price …

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EP 6 - Vision, green shoots and ‘big small’ companies with Michael Gray 25:50

4y ago25:50

25:50

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we take a ride through the ups and downs of the metallurgical coal market with Michael Gray - experienced industry executive and all-around good guy. In this episode, brought to you by Coxons Group Australia, we ask Michael all about his perspective on industry - from current market condit…

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E5: Shifting our innovation mindset with Sharna Glover 25:55

4y ago25:55

25:55

This episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast is the one where we talk about why ‘the way it’s always been’ damages our industry. In this episode, brought to you by SMW Group, we examine innovation with Sharna Glover of technology company Imvelo. Tune in to find out: What industry 4.0 is really all about The surprising things that mining has in common…

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E4: Indigenous Engagement with Margarita Escartin 35:36

4y ago35:36

35:36

The BBMC Crib Room Podcast exists to discuss what’s happening in the Queensland mining industry, keeping you up to date when you might not be able to get out on site. We sat down recently with Margarita Escartin of Red Cliff Projects to chat indigenous engagement best practice. Fittingly, we recorded this episode during Reconciliation Week, and dur…

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E3: Resources, rugby and culture with Nathan Sharpe 36:46

4y ago36:46

36:46

Here we are again in the BBMC Crib Room - discussing what’s happening in the Queensland mining industry and keeping you up to date when you might not be able to get out on site. This week on the podcast, we caught up with Nathan Sharpe - former rugby great and now Executive General Manager, Client Services with Brunel. Tune in to find out Nathan's …

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E2. Business Development with Dan Whitmore 30:18

4+ y ago30:18

30:18

Here's the second episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast. We’re here to discuss what’s happening in the Queensland mining industry, keeping you up to date when you might not be able to get out on site. Today we're talking business development with Dan Whitmore, covering: the importance of relationships (before, during and after a pandemic!) how COVI…

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E1: The Big Questions with the Hon. Keith Pitt 16:08

4+ y ago16:08

16:08

Welcome to the first interview of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast! We’re here to discuss what’s happening in the Queensland mining industry, keeping you up to date when you might not be able to get out on site. You might not ever get the chance to sit in the crib room and have smoko with the Federal Minister for Resources - but we had the chance to sit …

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What is the BBMC Crib Room Podcast all about? 8:27

4+ y ago8:27

8:27

Welcome to the first episode of the BBMC Crib Room Podcast! We’re here to discuss what’s happening in the Queensland mining industry, keeping you up to date when you might not be able to get out on site. Because this is our first episode, we want to talk a bit about what we’re doing with this podcast, who we want to talk to, and introduce ourselves…

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