On The Rocks

Women are projected to hold 50% of Canada's wealth by 2030 - so why aren't they investing in mining? In this episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King sits down with Beth Borody, Founder & CEO of the Femina Collective and Mining Sector Lead for IRMA, to explore how women are disrupting traditional mining investment. From the origin story of the Femina Collective during pandemi

What happens to a mine site after closure? From underground canoe adventures to innovative water treatment facilities, the possibilities are endless! In this episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King sits down with Dr. Peter Whitbread-Abrutat, founder of Future Terrains International and co-author of "102 Things to Do with a Hole in the Ground," to explore creative approaches to min

Is mining in space still just science fiction? Not according to Jose Acain, Co-Founder and CTO of Astroforge! In this fascinating episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King sits down with Jose to explore how Astroforge is working to make asteroid mining a reality. Drawing from his impressive background at SpaceX and NASA, Jose breaks down the technical challenges of mining in space

We usually talk about mining with a side of bourbon, but in this episode of On the Rocks we are starting with the brown liquor! This week, host Emily King sits down with Louis Buck, SVP of Public Affairs at 3 Rivers Energy Partners, to explore the innovative intersection of bourbon production and renewable energy. Discover how waste from iconic distilleries like Jack Daniels an

In this eye-opening episode of On the Rocks, host Emily King sits down with Jennifer Hibbert, Senior Solutions Engineer at DTN, to explore the critical intersection of weather and mining. From unpredictable lightning strikes to extreme climate events, Jennifer reveals how advanced weather monitoring systems are revolutionizing mine safety and efficiency. Discover the challenges o

Join Emily King as she sits down with Elizabeth Freele, managing partner of Sympact and co-founder of the Responsible Mining Academy, to explore the evolving landscape of ESG in the mining industry. Elizabeth shares her journey from corporate social responsibility to ESG, discussing the challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable practices. Learn about the Responsible

In this eye-opening episode, Emily King is joined by Bram Govaerts (CIMMYT) and Loren Stoddard (USAID) to discuss the launch of the Bedrock Alliance. This initiative aims to mobilize the mining industry's vast resources and capabilities to address global humanitarian crises, with an immediate focus on the dire situation in Sudan. Learn about the unprecedented food security cr

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, whe

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 y

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 tensi