Not just another mining podcast... Hearts & Mines won’t be reporting on share prices, production guidances or the latest advances in mining technologies. Instead, we’ll be showcasing the achievements, practices and insights of company directors and executives who are passionate about improving the human experience within the industry. Join us as we explore this often underrated but critical aspect of mining. Our guests will share personal stories and experiences that are rich in substance and instructive for our own development. These are the captivating stories of mining people who understand the value of leadership in engaging stakeholders and improving work...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 58:20
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David is joined by first-time co-host Nathan Giglia to speak with Dominic Piper, editor of Australia's Paydirt and Gold Mining Journal. A…
Sep 20, 2026 · 49:12
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Julissa Shrewsbury, founder and managing director of New Work Consulting, to explore a side of mining leadership that…
Sep 13, 2026 · 1:00:31
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David is joined by Matthew Allen. A self-described "reformed oil and gas guy" and accountant by training, Matthew has spent his career…
Aug 30, 2026 · 51:40
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David is joined by co-host Stuart Chandler to speak with Brendan Tritton, MD and CEO of Valiant Gold. A country kid from WA turned mining…
Aug 16, 2026 · 35:01
In this episode of Hearts & Minds, David is joined by Sara Prendergast, Chief Financial Officer of ASX-listed gold producer St Barbara. Sara's finance career has spanned Gold…
Aug 2, 2026 · 40:39
In this episode of Hearts & Minds, David is joined by Alex Rovira, Managing Director of Brightstar Resources. A former professional rugby player and investment banker at…
Jul 20, 2026 · 42:22
Recorded in Canberra, this special edition of Hearts & Mines features ivy & gecko's Managing Director Alana Bray-White and co-Founder David Beilby, in conversation with Tania…
Jul 6, 2026 · 58:02
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David Beilby speaks with Marnie Finlayson, Managing Director of ASX-listed uranium explorer DevEx Resources. A minerals processing engineer by…
Jun 21, 2026 · 50:45
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David is joined by co-host Gail Triston to speak with Debra Bakker, professional non-executive director sitting on the boards of IGO and…
Jun 7, 2026 · 46:38
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Allan Feinberg, MD of Remsmart, a remuneration and reward strategy consultant with more than 20 years of experience…
May 24, 2026 · 58:02
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Darren Stralow, MD & CEO of Bellevue Gold. Over four years, Darren has led Bellevue through one of the most ambitious…
May 10, 2026 · 47:04
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Trevor Nisbett, former CEO of The West Coast Eagles and leading businessman. Over more than two decades at the helm,…
Apr 19, 2026 · 54:15
In this episode of Hearts & Minds, we speak with Mia Gous, Regional Operations Manager at First Quantum Minerals. Mia is an accomplished engineer with extensive global…
Mar 15, 2026 · 51:56
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we speak with Matt Nixon, CEO of Genesis Minerals. Matt is a mining engineer with around 20 years’ experience across operational, technical and…
Mar 2, 2026 · 43:24
In this episode, we sit down with Tim Hewitt, Chief Operating Officer of Ramelius Resources, to discuss what it takes to scale a Western Australian gold producer toward 500,000…
Feb 15, 2026 · 42:51
In this episode, we speak with Scott Williamson, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Gold, where he is leading the development of the Gum Creek Project.…
Feb 1, 2026 · 55:15
In this episode, we speak with Peter Kerr, Chief Executive Officer of Mount Gibson Iron, who brings more than 25 years of mining leadership experience across Australia and…
Jan 11, 2026 · 1:05:18
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we speak with Derek La Ferla, one of Australia’s most respected ASX 200 chairs and company directors. With more than 30 years’ experience as a…
Dec 14, 2025 · 1:26:58
Our guest today is Fiona Blakely, Chief People Officer at Arafura Rare Earths and an organisational psychologist with more than 30 years’ multinational, multi-sector experience…
Nov 30, 2025 · 1:09:08
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we sit down with David Boshoff, a mining leader with more than 20 years of experience across iron ore, coal, and industrial minerals. David…
Nov 16, 2025 · 55:43
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we sit down with Ian Murray, a seasoned mining executive and company director with more than 25 years’ experience in South Africa and…
Nov 2, 2025 · 46:40
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we sit down with Tommy McKeith, a seasoned mining executive with over 30 years’ experience across geology, exploration, business development,…
Oct 19, 2025 · 49:43
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we welcome Jordan Morrissey, General Manager People at Perseus Mining. With leadership roles spanning sustainability, people, and culture,…
Oct 5, 2025 · 51:28
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, Warren Pearce, CEO of the Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC), shares his mission to make Australia the best place in the…
Sep 21, 2025 · 1:08:39
In this episode of Hearts & Mines, we sit down with Ron Mitchell, a global commercial and business development executive with 25+ years across mining, manufacturing, renewables,…
Sep 7, 2025 · 1:28:57
Our guest is Duncan Gibbs, Managing Director and CEO of Gold Road Resources. With more than 35 years of mining industry experience, Duncan shares insights into leading one of…
Aug 24, 2025 · 1:13:45
Sam is a seasoned executive and company director with more than 30 years of experience across aviation, consulting, and mining. After 13 years at IGO as Chief People and…
Jul 27, 2025 · 53:24
Jeff Quartermaine, Managing Director and CEO of Perseus Mining, shares how he transformed the company into Australia’s largest and most successful gold producer in Africa. With…
Jul 13, 2025 · 51:30
Mike Spreadborough brings over 30 years of mining leadership to this episode, sharing insights from technical, executive and board roles across gold, base metals, rare earths and…
Jun 29, 2025 · 56:48
With over 30 years in mining across five countries, Vanessa Torres, Chief Operating Officer Australia of South32, shares her journey from Brazil to the boardroom. A senior leader…
Jun 15, 2025 · 48:14
In this episode, we speak with Mel Wren, Chief People Officer at Westgold Resources, about leadership, resilience, and transformation in mining HR. With deep expertise in…
Jun 1, 2025 · 56:45
In this episode, Clayton Timms joins us to unpack the real drivers behind strong workplace relationships in mining and heavy industry. With deep international experience in…
May 18, 2025 · 42:06
In this episode, we sit down with Jim Walker—industry veteran with over 45 years of board and executive experience across mining, construction, and agriculture. Jim is Chair of…
May 4, 2025 · 48:50
In this episode, we speak with Emma Coulthard, the Executive General Manager of Human Resources at Liontown Resources, about leadership in mining and the importance of active…
Apr 20, 2025 · 58:11
In this episode Tony passes judgement on Crazy Elon, the brilliance of Singapore Statesman Lee Kuan Yew and the remarkable leadership qualities of AFL Hall of Famer and legendary…
Apr 6, 2025 · 53:04
In this episode, Tania prosecutes the Minerals Council of Australia’s case that the federal government is disrespecting the economic value of WA to our national economy, by…
Mar 23, 2025 · 40:32
What a delight to have Cheryl in our studio. She tells an inspiring story of ambition, resilience and seizing opportunities when they present. Born in Perth and the eldest of 3…
Mar 9, 2025 · 55:12
In this episode, Mike talks about IGO’s strategic pivot some years ago towards the discovery, production and processing of battery minerals. This transformation enabled the…
Feb 23, 2025 · 1:04:25
Strap-in listeners for this broad-ranging conversation with one of Australia’s best-known businessmen and company directors. John shares his views on leadership, culture…
Feb 10, 2025 · 1:21:29
In this episode, Carmen discusses her formative years in regional Western Australia. We go on to talk about her international career with some of the major and mid-tier companies…
Feb 2, 2025 · 36:38
Ross knows plenty about leadership in the military and industrial contexts. An award winning practitioner of leadership, he shares his journey of personal challenge and trauma,…
Jan 26, 2025 · 41:33
In this episode, Tim goes head-to-head with fellow organisational psychologist David Beilby to lift the lid on some enduring mysteries, including why it only takes one narcissist…
Jan 19, 2025 · 53:43
In this episode Brad connects the dots between his careers in strategy consulting, engineering services, bulk logistics and mining. He offers valuable insight regarding the…
Jan 12, 2025 · 45:31
The ivy & gecko team has known Dave for a number of years and always found him to be a source of wisdom and dry humour. I enjoyed the breadth of this conversation. Dave expresses…
Dec 15, 2024 · 50:28
In this episode, we listen to Ben’s insights about the process of earning trust, and the role of Elders in leading aboriginal communities. We note some important lessons here for…
Dec 8, 2024 · 51:47
As one of the mining industry’s most respected strategists and deal-makers, Jake has led the transformation of Evolution Mining from a humble start-up just 13 years ago, to a…
Dec 1, 2024 · 55:41
In this episode Brendan argues that anyone can choose to demonstrate leadership behaviour, irrespective of their position title. He discusses the power of listening with the…
Nov 24, 2024 · 47:52
In this episode Jessica explains how she found her voice in challenging circumstances, and the value of courage in her life. A committed advocate of diversity, fairness and…
Nov 11, 2024 · 44:28
In this episode we pose the question about a possible return to international rugby. John has enjoyed illustrious career paths in sport and business. He reveals his key…
Oct 28, 2024 · 37:34
In this episode Wayne reflects on Westgold's transformative deal with Karora. He explains what really excites him, discusses his favourite productivity hacks, and reveals his…
Oct 10, 2024 · 1:15
Hearts & Mines is different. We won’t be reporting on share prices, production guidances or the latest advances in mining technologies. Instead, we'll be showcasing the…
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