Beers With A Miner

Random chat with visiting underground jumbo operator who is very close to Mad Mumzie's family. After talking about mining acronyms she HAD to hit record!

A fun and informative convo followed. Along with an explosion next door and a visit from the Production Supervisor when they were lost in the the dark! A must listen episode.

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Online courses & Resources by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Dump Truck Operator. No Experience? Where do you start https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

 What Boots Podcast with Steel Cap Sisters: https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode Are you a Rich Miner-Do Your want to stay a Rich Miner? Use your $ well: https://madmumzie.com/money

 Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

Torqn App founders Troy McDonald and Brett Baker created an amazing app that is going viral around the globe. Torqn is the new knowledge platform exclusively for the Mining Industry & its equipment.

Mad Mumzie, Brett and Troy go deep in this convo. Why did they start the Torqn app? How are they connected to mining and machinery? Is it really FREE? What else is coming in the future? A fun look at machines and ways we can all help each other, yes even fitters and operators can hang out together!

Checkout all about the app right here whilst you are listening :-)

Torqn App Website Link.

Connecting Operators, Engineers, Maintainers, Owners, Suppliers, and Manufacturers through their equipment.

Torqn is an innovative new platform & app that connects people in the Mining industry based on the commodities they mine, and the equipment they own, use, fix or make.

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Online courses & Resources by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

What Boots with Steel Cap Sisters:

https://steelcapsisters.com/

 Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

 Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

What's it like driving a water cart in the mines, on night shift especially!? Plus Mad Mumzie has found some old recordings never released... until now. We start with Yowies on night shift filling up the water cart! Passionate chats from her donga after work to help Peeps wanting to know more about the mining life.

Show notes here:

https://madmumzie.com/beers90

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start?

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

 Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

 for more details.

 Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

Want to know more about mining life? Listen to this! Mitch & Mad Mumzie are going long in this epic happy hour/Sunday Session. From night shift, heat, flys, crib breaks, family matters, sunrises and sunsets... we cover it all. Also a rant or two from Mitch about social media and how some Peeps are using it - not always for the good of our industry, their own brand and those who may be struggling.

Show notes page: 

https://madmumzie.com/beers89

https://www.tiktok.com/@mitch_on_mining

https://madmumzie.com/startdate

https://www.tiktok.com/@coops_on_cooking

https://www.tiktok.com/@coopers_cars

https://www.tiktok.com/@therealmadmumzie

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

for more details https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

Driving to a mining town can be a challenge! D.I.D.O (Drive in Drive Out) is very common in the industry, especially in Central Qld. Mad Mumzie went to visit family and didn't listen to her own advice!! What happened? This is different. Sound effects and little snippets on the way out, and on the way back. Heaps of tips for you if you will be driving too. Come on an adventure... the ups and downs of this recent adventure over the 'hill.'

Watch the full video of all the parts - Mad Mumzie in all her raw states! Head to the You Tube channel, and subscribe whilst there.

https://youtu.be/rg91isr5dkA

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers88

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses and community by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

for more details Thanks to my 'girlfriend' Cookie, for the tunes.

If you are a Newbie, or Wannabe Miner this one is especially for you. After seeing another post on social media asking questions about what happens now that they have finally got a start in the mines, Mad Mumzie decided to pick up the microphone and have a chat, getting a few things off her chest. She is passionate that 'Knowledge about mining lifestyle and culture, is THE most effective way for a Newbie to last in the mining industry. --- before they even start.' This is a must listen. Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers87

https://madmumzie.com/startdate

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses and community by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Thanks to my 'girlfriend' Cookie, for the tunes.

Crawford Boots founder Penny Crawford shares why she is so passionate to help get our feet sorted. Why did she leave 30 years as a podiatrist to design waterproof industrial safety boots that fit?

Waterproof industrial safety boots that fit. Built on 25 years of working with underground miner's feet. Listen to this chat as we uncover why container day is so out of her control! How can we look after our feet, and pick the right shoes and boots?

Show notes Page: 

https://madmumzie.com/beers86

https://www.crawfordboots.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/Crawfordboots/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start?

Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Listen to What Boots podcast with Mad Mumzie and Hard Hat Mentor. For more details https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

How can we inspire the next generation to stop hating on mining, come play with us, and help save the world by joining the resources industry? Mad Mumzie joins the chorus and is in rant mode so look out! After hearing a radio interview she just had to hit record. Another heartfelt, passionate chat. 

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers85

https://shapeyourfuture.com.au/

https://www.qrc.org.au/

62 Mackay Mayor and Denmark Tv. But why?

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses and community by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Thanks to my 'girlfriend' Cookie, for the tunes.

‘Drewie’ Mad Mumzie’s sister has been living the mining & construction FIFO life for 30+ years flying in 5-seater planes to international and everything in between. This chat is not just about what to take and weight limits. What happens at the airport, how to get to site and why you do not want the dreaded green bag?

Even if you're an old timer, you will enjoy this chat. Changing sites, or states makes you a newbie all over again-on that site. A must listen episode.

2 sisters shooting the breeze whilst in Covid lockdown together after 4 years apart!

Stay on to hear MM sharing what she did for International Day of Women In Mining. Why was she dancing with hard hats on a global stage!?

Show Notes Page:

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers84

https://steelcapsisters.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dionnedrew/

https://internationalwim.org/international-day-of-women-in-mining/

Watch the global dancing here, and then go back to the start and watch the whole event:

https://youtu.be/JWx9PeHeSZk?t=2980

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

Hugh’s many adventures include stories from the Pilbara, Goldfields, Africa, & Pakistan and more. He’s been Underground in the worlds most dangerous mining mountain Cerro Rico in Bolivia, inside volcanoes, and done photo shoots with 3 helicopters over huge open cut mines. Of course there are also crocodile stories from right here in Oz!

Hugh is based in the Pilbara in WA and has travelled the world taking photos of mines, machines, and the people who are part of our global mining family. His books have sold over 50,000 copies.

Hugh is also here to Make a Difference. He shares with us, fond memories of bloody legends that he met in the Pilbara over the years, and also about the world's poorest miners, who do not have a voice.

…Not yet anyway….

Watch out for Hugh’s Garimpeiros Project, & keep the #GiveTheseMinersAVoice in mind, you will be seeing it everywhere real soon!

He’s also an adventurer and a survivalist and wait till you hear what his special place is when life turns to shit! I’ll give you a hint, it’s the TOTAL opposite of mine.

This episode is long! 2 hours 20 minutes, so sit back and relax grab a beer and meet Mad Mumzie's new friend. Of course the beauty of podcasts is you can keep doing your activities and listen along, and even come back where you left off. Either way, this is a must listen Happy Hour episode!

Show Notes: https://madmumzie.com/beers83

Check out the photos page whilst listening

#GiveTheseMinersAVoice Join the group now! Let's all help these poor artisenal miners.

Garimpeiros project group on facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1049552491882084/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start?

Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses and community by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Thanks to my 'girlfriend' Cookie, for the tunes.

Ever wondered about dumping your load as a dump truck operator? How hard can it be? It’s not rocket science, right?!! Listen up and you decide.

A call for help from a Newbie-so Mad Mumzie recorded a message to share with her and wanted to do all she could to help! This is what you will hear. This will give you an insight if you are a wannabe, or newbie to mining.

For my old timers, be sure to listen to the end for the bits I needed to clarify.

Also, sadly we lost another miner here in Central Qld so Mad Mumzie touches on that too.

Shownotes: https://madmumzie.com/beers82

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Listen to What Boots podcast: https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks Girlfriend for the tunes x

Mad Mumzie in Zambia for International Women’s Day 2022-online only, but you get to hear her words to celebrate and encourage the newly formed Bainetu WIMZ members for their Women in Mining award ceremony. Take a seat at the MECC event that Mad Mumzie attended in person on the day. Stay until the end too, MM has been hacked and disabled from FBook and she is not happy!

Founded in 2020, Bainetu Women in Mining Zambia is a voluntary, non-profit organisation that holds talks and networking events that aims to bringing women in the mining industry together. BWIMZ is also dedicated to celebrating women in the Industry. What an honour it was for MM to be asked! Humbling.

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers81

https://zm.linkedin.com/in/bainetu-wimz-994aa11a4

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses and community by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details Thanks to my 'girlfriend' Cookie, for the tunes.

Hayden Lawrie is the face behind the viral 'mining things' videos MM chats about sayings us miners use regularly and why he started Hunter Valley Mining Apparel. Connecting Australian Miners with hats and merch that make you say f$&k yeah!! A fun chat ensues... what are Mad Mumzie's thoughts on the sayings, compared to Hayden's?

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers80 https://miningapparel.com.au/ https://www.tiktok.com/@huntervalleyminingaparel https://www.tiktok.com/@therealmadmumzie

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com

What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

How can WE handle shit times? Dr John is back, with his lovely wife Dr. Eli, talking about how we can deal with life when it goes pear shape! Their prize catamaran burned just days before we spoke. But it was more than a boat, it was their dream! Barefoot Doctors Sailing on you tube shows their travels giving aid around the world, from the boat.

Show notes:

https://madmumzie.com/beers79

Barefoot Doctors Sailing. Watch the boat burn!

https://youtu.be/mrS3niEejm8

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to my girlfriend Cookie for the tunes. :-)

Cheers,

Mad Mumzie

1st woman to enter and then win a gold medal in Australian National Heavy Vehicle competition. She went on to come 4th in the world skills competition and is now a judge! Trainer- assessor & Tradeswomen Empowerment Coach.

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers78

https://louiseazzopardi.com/home-1

Louise wins gold medal at nationals:

https://youtu.be/tLQmNTYkPIk

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to:

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast:

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode: https://madmumzie.com/money

Thanks to my girlfriend "Cookie" for the tunes. xxx

Engineer to Jumbo operator and podcaster. How did Matt Michael do that? Listen in as he shares what it is like working underground in mining in WA. Why did he start his podcast “Life of Mine?” Lots of fun and ..word of warning, this one is explicit for sure! But that’s mining.

Show Notes:

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers77

Links from the episode:

Podbean patron link for the rough episodes https://patron.podbean.com/lifeofminepodcast

Life of Mine Website

https://lifeofminepodcast.com/

Merch shop

https://lifeofminepodcast.com/shop

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/lifeofminepodcast/

LinkedIn page

https://www.linkedin.com/company/life-of-mine

Instagram @lifeofminepodcast

Mining memorial website

https://taggedoff.com/

Episode 45: How Hot is it?

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers45/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to:

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast with Steel Cap Sisters.  https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Thanks to my "Girlfriend" Cookie for the tunes! Cheers, @Mad Mumzie on all the things. Reach out and say hi :-)

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Mad Mumzie was on the ABC Country hour in Qld. talking about her changed views on mining inquiries, and job security. Also heartfelt thoughts on the recent passing of a fellow mining family friend, Cobba, passed away on site in a coal mine. RIP 'ol mate x

Catch up with what she Mad Mumzie has been doing and why there has been a break between drinks, (episodes!)

Show Notes: https://madmumzie.com/beers76

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

In this Happy hour episode we are hanging out with a guy named Terry who reached out to Mad Mumzie on Instagram. 

He goes by @FIFOInspo, and has lots of great videos mostly from his donga whilst working away as a boilermaker in the mines over in The Pilbara in Western Australia.

His videos are down to earth, sharing his thoughts with us on living this FIFO lifestyle and in this episode we hear all about his FIFO life and why he hit record!

Show Notes:

https://madmumzie.com/beers75

Fifo Inspo on Social Media

https://www.instagram.com/fifoinspo/

https://www.facebook.com/fifoinspo

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCks0XOFcVXICELX-0NmQT-w/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

https://steelcapsisters.com/

What Boots Podcast

Paul Smith is a FIFO project manager with a passionate view on being proactive to help everyone enjoy and thrive in their FIFO jobs and life. Why did he delay his first offer to start a Fifo job, and then why did he have forced exit… after having a plan for a long and happy Fifo life? What happened after that? What sort of creatures are onsite in Saudi Arabia?

This was Mad Mumzie’s first ever Facebook live, so we had an audience! Mad Mumzie gives you a very personal update at the start too.

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers74 https://www.paulsmithcoach.com/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/973473486319146/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

What Boots Podcast

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

Listen to find out what happens when the people who are usually asking you questions on site, are under the pump. Mad Mumzie has been watching the live stream of yet another inquiry and has a bit of a rant, just for you, and why does she feel so fascinated by it all? Oh and be sure to do all of your paperwork correctly too!

Show notes" https://madmumzie.com/beers73

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Find out more about Mad Mumzie's latest adventures with her Sister Hard Hat Mentor

https://steelcapsisters.com/

Rick J Petersen from Men Of Change Australia talks about the importance of mentoring our boys, relationships, and why we need a spine-tingling reason to get home safely! Convo about Rick's mining connections and his passion to connect Father figures with sons and creating Men of Change Australia. How can this also help women and crew culture? How can we stay connected whilst working in our mining life and build stronger relationships through the spirit of adventure?

Show Notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers72

Rick's Website: http://menofchange.com.au/

Get Rick's FREE eBook: www.actionsonsurvivalguide.com

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to: https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Steel Cap Sisters: https://steelcapsisters.com/

Jody Sainsbury is a coal train driver and author of High Heels to High Vis. Jo shares how she got into her job, gives a behind-the-scenes look at how train systems work, and provides a push for a positive change in our lives. Why did this interview take 2 days to complete? Stay tuned, and enjoy the podcast!

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers71 https://kickasswomen.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/KickassWomenAustralia/

Get Jo’s Book High Heels to High Vis https://www.amazon.com.au/High-Heels-Vis-Kick-Women/dp/1925884759

Lyn Olsen (MM's Mum) https://www.madmumzie.com/beers18

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

Thanks to my girlfriend Cookie for the tunes x

Mad Mumzie’s sister chats about how things have changed for our mining industry. Secure your own oxygen mask first, working from home, physical distancing and re-framing Corona. Be sure to stay to the end where the convo turns to drinking too much when working from home, exercise or lack of it, roster changes, time for re-invention, bin and Anzac day challenges and getting out in the community and work again after all this.

Plus find out why the Number 70 is so special to Mad Mumzie? 4 audio files sent to MM triggered this convo, just for you.

Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers70

https://hardhatmentor.teachable.com/

Can you see the pictures?  Please let Mad Mumzie know. Tag me and use the #picturesworked Twitter, insta or Facey :-) This was the first time I have added them!

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start?

Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

You may have had Woody come to your site and talk to your crew, or perhaps have seen his videos on you tube as he talks about safety and our choices? “The impact of hearing James Wood speak is something that will stay with you for a long time.” James Wood is an internationally recognised award-winning Safety Speaker. Listen in as we uncover his mining story and how he ended up in a wheelchair because of choices he made at work. You will get a lot from this convo, not just for his thoughts on mining life, safety culture and choices we make, but because he’s a great bloke, and we have a lot of fun in between the serious side of his message.

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers69

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Brett shares how he felt being so young working with men in an underground mine. What challenges did he face, the effects that FIFO, absence and isolation can have on workers and their families plus much more. Why did he leave?

Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers68

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

News of a newbie quitting because of sexual harassment on crew caused Mad Mumzie to go on a rant. In the lead up to International Women’s Day this made MM take a stand and speak out! More needs to be done. Swapping Peeps around isn’t enough. What happens to the women of his new crew? Listen in as a heartfelt audio blog unfolds, also touching on Domestic Violence and how shocked Oz has been. What can be done?

#EachforEqual #IWD2020

Show notes: https/madmumzie.com/beers67

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

Dodgy course providers, how to find one you can trust and what does a dump truck operator and new starter package involve? ACTA GROUP’s Sean Allman shares his mining life and why he started a training company.

This will be an ongoing connection as Mad Mumzie finally found a reputable, trustworthy course provider to recommend. Does Sean wear his hi-vis shirts on break on the Gold Coast like many miners do here in Central Qld? Listen in to find out!

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers66

https://actagroup.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/ACTAGroup/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Online mining courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Trish currently works for Adani Australia at the Carmichael Coal Mine as one of the Site Administrators. Prior to that she was at Rugby Run, another Adani project but this was building a solar farm out near Moranbah in Central Qld.

Listen in as we discover she is made for these roles and thrives on switching from task to task and urgent needs from many team members. Lots of golden nuggets about rosters, working with blokes and starting life again in her early 40’s like so many of us. A new friendship is brewing and maybe one day, a ride in that hot orange car of theirs!

Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers64

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to:

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Free online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

for more details http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

What do you need for a medical? How do they test for black lung disease and how can you prevent it? Who better to talk to than Mackay's very own Dr. John Mcintosh. MM sits down in the Doctor's office, microphones in hand. Co owner of GP super clinics and founder of  the TUF Minds app along with his wife Dr. Elizabeth Mcintosh.

Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers65

Mad Mumzie Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/beerswithaminer

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Podcast episode sponsor Bantacs Accounting Group https://www.bantacs.com.au/

He chats to Mad Mumzie all about his mining adventures, his book Coal Faces and his collection of old mining equipment. Abc Radio Sydney Katherine from Background Briefing Podcast also came along to chat about safety in mining in Qld. Be sure to stay til the end to hear some funny parts on that! This is a look back at how mining used to be in the old days, right through to now. Check out the show notes page to see where to find Buck’s book and the video of him showing all his old mining gear. Buck first came on the podcast when we chatted about the response to earthquakes, and now he’s back!

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers63

https://www.coalfaces.com/

https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/backgroundbriefing/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Free online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Why did they ask Mad Mumzie? What does Mackay's Mayor think about it? Strange going to Mackay Council Headquarters with a camera crew and saying “I'm here to see the Mayor.”

A random Facebook message changed everything, was it legit? Research and a chat with a TV Director in Denmark was the beginning of an epic 2 day adventure… The programme is similar to our ABC’s Foreign Correspondent. I was to speak about how mining affects our country and our town as they share a story about the draught here in Oz. What might be causing it?

In Denmark they have no mining, so they can’t relate to why we keep doing it. Jakob, the Director did 1 year in Townsville and 3 in Brisvegas doing his Journo degree years ago, so he understands our culture. I wouldn’t have agreed if it was another “your killing the reef, anti Adani” perspective. I don’t need that target on my back and they would not be open to absorb my thoughts.

A chat on the phone to meet the Director and find out their why and why me, helped me decide. They didn’t want just people in suits. Were looking for down to earth Aussies, and somehow they came across me. After 30 hours travel and plane delays they arrived in Mackay. They followed me with a video camera for 2 days. Starting with me interviewing the Mackay Mayor for my Beers With a Miner podcast in his office. No pressure! Greg was so passionate about our area and was open and welcoming to our foreign guests. Strange going to Mackay Council Headquarters with a camera crew and saying “Im here to see the Mayor.”

Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers62/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Free online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Timestamps:

1:43 Why did Denmark TV contact Mad Mumzie

8:57 Mackay Mayor Interview begins

11:10 Mayor's favourite beverage

12:57 What does mining mean to Mackay Region

15:26 Clean coal. Use ours please 19:49 Thoughts on protesters

24:51 Paget our mining industrial area

26:48 Resource Centre of Excellence

30:04 Need for storing sustainable energy

31:44 Future technologies we don't know about yet

33:43 Bantacs Accounting Group

35:49 Questions from Denmark TV Director Jakob

37:24 Are you concerned with changes that are happening to the climate

40:16 Action needed now. What can we do faster?

44:21 Thumbs up from Jakob

44:39 Belief rather than hopeful

45:12 Generation of sadness who are giving up

45:53 Step away from the grip

46:06 Not just that they are young and need to grow up

47:11 What is the Mayor's happy place?

48:43 Mad Mumzie reflects on our chat

Why has Monika been passionate about helping us to do the best we can with our money since she was 8 years old? Growing up in South Africa puts a whole new perspective on it, and what happened to her Dad and then her family really tore at my heart strings. So much respect for this strong, wonderful lady and I can see a nice friendship brewing. We cover the importance of a will, the difference between your will and your superannuation when it comes to your estate, income protection, funeral and health insurance, brand loyalty and so much more.

Show notes:

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers61

Links..

https://bantacsfinancialsolutions.com.au/monika-ponmoon/

https://bantacsfinancialsolutions.com.au

https://www.bantacs.com.au/

https://madmumzie.com/beers24

https://www.mindmeister.com

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Free online courses by Mad Mumzie:

https://mining.teachable.com/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

 http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Mel from Prospect Recruitment shares her honest account of what she is looking for when hiring, and the processes. Resumes, interviews, engagement days and assessment centres, your social media profile, NSW v Qld. Listen in as we dissect a resume from a cleaner who is applying for newbie roles in the mining industry. What do recruiters who have thousands of resumes to assess watch out for? This is a fun and passionate discussion about all things recruitment with a lovely lady who cares deeply about those she is trying to help. The convo gets curly at times as we discuss women, age, feedback and much more.

Show Notes:

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers60

https://prospectrecruitment.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/mellisa.prospectrecruitment.7

Mining Jobs Qld Bowen Basin Qld

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Podcast episode sponsor Bantacs Accounting Group

https://www.bantacs.com.au/

It is also all about family help, partners, countdown timer, friends, messaging within the app and searching for others nearby on break or in a new camp. A convo about working in our industry, technology, challenges working away and much more. What has Andrew done in our industry to know how important these issues are? Why you do not have to be a FIFO worker to use this app.

What happens at the start when their convo is rudely interrupted! Listen for blooper at the end too :-)

Show Notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers59

http://fifolifeapp.com/

steelcapsisters.com

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

HHM's partner was trying to sleep for night shift when the quake struck. What did he feel? Does it affect the operation of mine sites? MM honestly didn't know. A chat helped, and some first hand knowledge from author and underground deputy Buck helped answer that question."The first quake struck at 1:39pm Sunday, between Broome and Port Hedland. Aftershocks will continue. Although rare, there is the possibility of another large seismic event being triggered "What about all the mines in the area?"  Peeps on Social Media were asking me what goes on when there is an earthquake? Mad Mumzie and Hard Hat Mentor (Steel Cap Sisters) chatted about it. 

Show notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers58

Links from the episode.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-07-15/earthquake-aftershocks-shake-wa-after-magnitude-6.6-tremor/11308998

Hard Hat Mentor's Real Miner was in Meekatharra. How far from Broome where earthquake was? 17 h 36 min (1,537.4 km) via National Highway 95 and National Highway 1 2016 MM's earthquake off Bowen 5.8 https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/earthquake-felt-in-north-queensland-was-58-magnitude/news-story/1de39840d54d7dd2f006f5cf12b2ce25

https://www.coalfaces.com/

https://youtu.be/3WRapcN4tLk

https://steelcapsisters.com

"Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start?" Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money

for more details http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Mad Mumzie shares with you her rediscovered writings about when she first started driving a truck in the mines. Reflecting back from the future. Helpful to those looking to work in the mines and also to learn more about Mad Mumzie, and how she got her start in the mines. How long ago? What was she doing before that? How did she hack it? What was the hardest part?

Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers57

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode. Find out more here: https://madmumzie.com/money

Passionate speakers share their thoughts on The "Stop Adani convoy" with Bob Browne leading the charge all the way from Hobart! Coming into our region to voice their opinion on the Carmichael coal mine, and the locals aren’t happy. Why was it on? Why were we there? 80% of the crowd put up their hands when asked if it was their first rally too? It was time to stand up for our region. The convoy drove past dirty brown coal mines and power stations in Vic and NSW to protest against the cleanest coal in the world!

After my free sausage MM interviewed Mackay Mayor Greg Williamson, Federal member for Dawson George Christensen and  the MC for the event, RIN Director and rally virgin himself Mick Crowe. They all spoke of their pride in how many peeps came out to show support for our industry.

In the distance I could see red flags blowing as the stop Adani Convoy prepared to leave. Interesting time to be on the Peak Downs Highway! Will they get fuel? Many hoped not.

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers56

Google Go Galilee Basin and Stop Adani Convoy to see all the media unfolding

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galilee_Basin

https://www.resourceindustrynetwork.org.au/

Timestamps:

MC for the day Mick Crowe RIN Director           

 9:54      Simon Vigliante from Chamber of Commerce     

17:54     Martin Bella Green Shirt Movement leader         

28:07     Jack Johnson young fella about mining

37:08     Mad Mumzie's Musings                

47:21     Greg Williamson Mayor of Mackay          

58:33     Mad Mumzie Interview Mackay Mayor Greg Williamson

1:06:50  Mad Mumzie interview Mick Crowe RIN Director           

1:10:38  Mad Mumzie interview George Christensen Federal Member for Dawson             

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

We lost yet another beloved miner recently which spurred me to share these thoughts with you. Firstly, I want to send love and angels to family, friends and work mates of all those involved.

News travels fast when a serious incident occurs at one of our mine sites. Someone close to me was immediately affected so I knew quickly. Wanting to learn more I went to social media. Local groups had not yet picked up on it, or perhaps-wisely-chosen not to share just yet?

I was tagged in a post on a tv channel’s page that had chosen to share the as yet vague details. Initially incorrect news was spread. Many people were panicked and trying to find out the facts. Comment threads were horrifying me.

One lady shared how worried she was as her partner worked there and advice was pouring in. Yes, she had already contacted site to learn more, but they could not release anything. They were right in the middle of dealing with it all. Can you imagine? Workforce safety and communication, helicopters, police, ambulance, media and family members are all part of the initial responses with much more to follow.

Another told her if she was next of kin and had not heard anything, her partner was ok, and she should stop being so dramatic! This is when the memories of Big T’s death onsite came back to me.

Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers55

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Will delves deep into his prospecting days. Metal detecting, dredging and of course a few stories about the wildlife encountered in the Qld outback searching for the golden nuggets every prospector is searching for. Tips and tricks passed down from his Uncle are shared, just for you. Part 2 of our chat with digger driver Will is a good laugh and his inquisitive mind provokes a convo about the strange pot on MM’s veranda when he ducked out for a smoke. Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers53 Will’s pictures You tube video link https://youtu.be/c3XLgobijw8 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Inspired by a group of Women Podcasters speaking about how guns affect their communities #womenpodcastersinsolidarity

It was close to remembrance day in Oz and this subject hit home. It is a short episode and just may get you thinking about your views on guns and how they may be affecting those around you in the community?

How did it roll back to relating to mining? Listen in to this bonus episode to see.

Thanks to #shepodcasts for the inspiration. Love you-mean it...both of you!

Show notes page to see the pics of the tree and the view :-)

https://madmumzie.com/beersbonusguns

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group, Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details.

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Will started on diggers when he was 16 up in Weipa, Qld. Stories of his mining journey and tips for newbies are gold. He’s a real character and I am sure you will enjoy this insight into the mining lifestyle as much as MM did. What ah-ha moment did Mad Mumzie have about a dream the night before? Freaky! 

Show Notes Page (with time stamps): https://www.madmumzie.com/beers52

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Mad Mumzie enjoys a chat with a fellow mining podcaster! Listen in as they talk about Safety Weirdo’s, real mining, and Peter’s passion about employees being people not just numbers.

Peter Finn heads up FACE Contracting and is the voice behind the Full Production Podcast. What are his thoughts on how to get into the industry? Women in mining and what happened to his steel caps when he worked underground?

Show notes here: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers51

http://facecontracting.com.au/

http://facecontracting.com.au/peter-finn/

https://madmumzie.com/money

Are you or a mate looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to:

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

After I (MM) nearly stopped Podcasting a few times, getting to half a century is amazing! What to do for such a special occasion? On RuOk day I decided to pull a few snippets from past guests about how they deal with life when it gets a little tough. What is their happy place? Going back and listening to my awesome guests and their golden nuggets, especially about how they have been supported through their mining journey, has been a real treat for me.

My guests, and you, my listener have me even more inspired to get Mad Mumzie's message out there. To step out of my comfort zones, stay connected and continue to create new ways to help people like you learn more about living this mining lifestyle. Here's to the next 50 Years..um episodes! 

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers50

http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

FIFO life. How do people do it every time they go to work? Mad Mumzie is a DIDO gal, drive in, drive out. After a few flights to visit her sister Drewie aka Hard Hat Mentor in WA, words needed to be shared!

Starting off with an audio blog, followed by a convo with 2 sisters living the mining lifestyle who haven't seen each other for 2 years. It is an eye opener, different outlooks! 

The Hard Hat Mentor's journey has evolved since her first 2 episodes, and new things are unfolding, hence my visit to WA. You will hear "forkin, and bull shirt.." that is from the show "The Good Place" on netflix which we watched over there and embraced totally! Google it https://hardhatmentor.teachable.com https://mining.teachable.com/ https://madmumzie.com/beers http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf https://www.patreon.com/beerswithaminer

"Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Celebrating 2 women, from all walks of life and from anywhere in the world, every single day for a year. Her widely acclaimed efforts saw her celebrate approximately 750 women, from more than 37 countries and led to her creating a social media movement…..and now a new upcoming book called  Women Kind.

After being one of those 750 women involved in the #celebrating women campaign, it was lovely to catch up with Dr. Ferguson, and MM was excited to also get a scoop just for you!

Working in the mining and resources industry internationally means the good Dr has some great tips for us working in the industry.

Links from this episode:

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers48 https://www.kirstinferguson.com/home/celebratingwomen/ https://www.booktopia.com.au/women-kind-kirstin-ferguson/ https://mining.teachable.com/ https://www.madmumzie.com/money/ http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

MM was keen to chat with Dani Tamati from THE Resources Hub  about her views on autonomous machines, driver-less trucks. How will this new mining system affect the workforce in the future? (44 mins) Dani’s knowledge of the mining and resources industry workforce and careers is hands on, up to date and so very helpful for all of us. As a Recruitment Professional, Principal of THE resources Hub, is an award-winning, high profile Recruitment, Career Development, Human Resources and OHS professional, and key note speaker. She has been involved in the mining industry for the past 24 years as a FIFO worker, FIFO wife, Mum and service provider. How can she help your career to move forward, or perhaps someone you know?

Show notes can be found here: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers47

Dani's THE Resources Hub Website: https://therh.com.au/

More from our sponsor: https://www.madmumzie.com/money/ 

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Anti bullying week sparked some old memories. What can we do if being bullied? Are you a bully or always stirring people up? It can affect them in a bad way, and you wouldn’t even know perhaps. There is a lot of help out there for us miners and their families. MM loves seeing new organisations coming to site to share their stories and ideas to help us get through living this mining lifestyle. This podcast was a In the Australian Podcast Awards 2018 in Careers and Industry Category. MM chats about the event and thanks her peeps. https://www.madmumzie.com/beers46 https://mining.teachable.com/ https://australianpodcastawards.com/latest-news/finalists-announced https://timreid.com.au/ https://www.lifecycleurns.com/ https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/NationalDay https://www.ruok.org.au/findhelp http://matesinconstruction.org.au/mining/ http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf

Mad Mumzie chats with you about how bloody hot it has been and the effects on mine workers in the heat. This episode was inspired by social media.

MM noticed a few people getting stuck right into an article about a person who got heat stroke, “harden up!”

What does your site do to help manage extreme heat? As workers we need to make sure they are listening to us and help us hack it out here, summer after summer, fixing and operating their machines, blowing up the dirt and getting the production they so keenly desire, safely.

Show notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers45

https://mining.teachable.com/

http://shiftminer.com

https://www.madmumzie.com/beers33

https://australianpodcastawards.com/

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to:

https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

Pineapples, shiny nuts, koalas, seat covers, or “your flux capacitor is hanging down, call the workshop.” 

Listen in as Mad Bazz & Mad Mumzie cover the deep dark insides of our mining culture, language and crew interactions. Know what to expect if you’re a newbie/trainee or have a laugh if you’re an old hand at this game.

The first 30 minutes are a few “official” mining terms out of the book, then the fun begins.

Be warned, this episode may offend some people and is explicit in nature!

It’s fun, light and goes long, but there is gold dripping off the donga ceiling over a few beers, after a long hot dusty day in the pit.

If you have any more to add to the list be sure to hit MM up and let her know.

Show notes here : https://www.madmumzie.com/beers44

Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

How is Renee Coman helping fifo/bibo/dido families stay connected when away for work? A start up entrepreneur, podcaster and fifo wife she shares her why, passion and drive to use new technologies like Virtual Reality during the process of on boarding to new sites. What is the camp like? Where is the mess? Do they have internet, and what provider should you be with? Distance Assistance has a growing list of experts to help with retention of workers, mental health support, gamifying your time away and sooo much more. This is a long episode but it is also fun as Renee and Mad Mumzie go deep into cyber space to talk about the future and ways to Thrive and Survive working away. https://www.madmumzie.com/beers43 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

This is the final episode for 2017. I put a call out on social media to ask me anything they want me to answer on the podcast.

Undergrounder…Harry:  "How big are the trucks you drive?" -How do you tell a person that? MM stepped it out at the mess with a dinner plate in hand!

Johnno through Facebook: “What trucks and gear do you drive?” MM was surprised at how many she has operated over the years.

Driller Rick MM’s No 1 twitter fan had a question of course, as did her daughter’s mother in law and more.

Learn about Mad Mumzie, living a mining life driving the trucks, and a sporting fan's thoughts from down under. 

To finish the year, listen in as MM reflects on how important it is to get away with good mates as she walks on a beach, under the supermoon after a couple of beers of break.

 Show notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers42

"Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/

After having to do a “tuck and roll” drop off at the airport, Steve and Jo Emery's 3 kids were devastated. They didn’t get to say a proper goodbye-not even a trip to Maccas helped!

That night Jo sat in bed with a glass of wine and wrote the "My Dad Is A FIFO Dad" book. Her daughter cried when she read it the next day. "That’s about me and Dad."

But where does Dad go when he gets on the plane? This popular, well illustrated book and optional activity cards help many families across Australia and the world who experience separation because of FIFO/DIDO work. The aim of the story is to encourage an "I'm OK when Dad's away" mindset in children.

Listen in to find out if author Jo Emery and the kids ever took her husband Steve back to the airport! How do they cope with him being away for 3 weeks at a time, and how can we help any kids understand that the “away” parent still loves them, and will be coming home again soon.

Show notes page: madmumzie.com/beers41

My Dad is A FIFO Dad website 

"Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to No Experience? Start here

Listening choices on mine sites. We spend a long time at work, personally I do 13 hour shifts on a 7/7 roster. The crew have been complaining about the radio station lately, and it got me thinking.... What's it like at your site? Do you get lots of radio stations, none, or 1 like us? Can you listen to usbs, your phone running on the aux plug, or nothing except the two way? Radio stations catering to mining towns need to acknowledge that not all of us are 9-5 like they make out and MM has a wee rant about this. Are you looking for a job in the mines? stay to the end, Mad Mumzie has been busy and this is the first time to share with you. If you are enjoying the podcast please share with your mates, subscribe and a review would be awesome! Thanks in advance :-) Quick shout out to number one twitter fan and a new listener who reached out to say hi. Shownotes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers40

Brendan Waddington is the author of “The Wellness Bible: A No Bullshit guide to health and wellness.” He’s also a Naturopath, Clinical Masseur, Personal Trainer, and Yoga Instructor. If you're skeptical, don't worry. So is Brendan, but he's ready to blast through the bullshit, find the truth, and help you live a healthy life right now, miner style! Listen in to the end when MM discovers his latest role as an operator! Show notes and links can be found here: http://www.madmumzie.com/beers38

“A conversation could change a life.” More than just a hashtag for RuOK?Day.  Australians all over the country, not just those living a mining lifestyle, are being encouraged to take notice of people around you. Have a conversation, and see if they “R OK? In this audio blog Mad Mumzie talks with you about Ruok? Day 2017, pod farts and what is your exit strategy? Have you even thought about what you really would like to be doing, right now and getting paid for it. Show notes here: http://www.madmumzie.com/bonusruok "Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to www.madmumzie.com/noexperience

Would you touch other’s socks and jocks and fold clothes or chuck em on the floor so you can get yours done before bed? Hard Hat Mentor is back and Karen from ep 1 & 2 who is now a laundry fairy being nominated for awards. Huh?? Listen in to hear what goes down in the laundry and what NOT to do! Maybe you’re lucky enough to get your clothes washed but how much goes missing? Mad Mumzie has a fun chat with 2 awesome ladies who have had their fair share of adventures over a washing machine! Check out the show notes here: http://www.madmumzie.com/beers37

It’s cold and flu season and Mad Mumzie is crook. What to do? Being a contractor means no work no pay. When do you decide bugger the money I need to stay home? Recorded in the donga after being frustrated because there were no lozenges in our mining town! A short Audio blog/Mad Mumzie Musing looking into sickies and how it affects the crew too. http://www.madmumzie.com/beers36

Cover Card stores all your tickets, licenses and resume in one place..and it’s free. Upload your info securely and easily share via email, Facebook, LinkedIn, sms. Co-founder Matt Tomlins loves cricket, AFL and once worked overseas in a mine, arriving in a huge ex Russian helicopter where there was a team that had to clear landmines before digging for the gold and copper. What are his tips for people trying to get into the mining industry? He turns the question back on Mad Mumzie and between the two of them heaps of ideas to find jobs, ways to apply and what to watch out for. Recorded in a cool co-working space in Brisbane Qld. Very inspiring catch up for Mad Mumzie! Show notes can be found at http://www.madmumzie.com/beers34

How did this young lady go from saving turtles and dog sledding through Russia to getting filthy dirty, working with blokes in a Qld coal mine?

3rd year electrical apprentice chats with Mad Mumzie. Saraya D'Arth was also a finalist in the 2017 Women in Mining & Resources Qld Awards. Listen in as they have an in depth look at how she handles the constant darkness, getting filthy dirty and working with all those blokes. 

She also answers the most common questions she is asked like “Don’t you get scared? Where do you go to the toilet? Do you have to shower with the blokes? And why do you always wear your sunglasses even on cloudy days?”

The show notes and lots of pictures including Saraya with her cake the crew gave her for being a #wimarq finalist! See just how black this beautiful young lady gets, and learn why she loves her job! http://www.Madmumzie.com/beers33

#survivemining #fifo #underground

"Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to www.madmumzie.com/noexperience 

Recorded over 10 days before, during and after Cyclone Debbie in Tropical Nth Queensland. How has this affected those working in the mines? Mad Mumzie shares thoughts, feelings, sounds and insights for you. Where will the cyclone hit? Will it be a cat 4 or 5? What was it like with no power for 8 days? Will she get to Sydney?  In this one year anniversary episode she went from figuring out what to wear on the Red Carpet at the first ever Australian Podcast Awards in Sydney to, will my house get blown away or a gum tree land on it? See pics and share your #tcDebbie stories on the show notes page:  http://www.madmumzie.com/beers1year

How and why do they do it? 2 miners share their stories and the differences they have found now they are working in an open cut pit. Is that real mining or landscape gardening? Listen in as Mad Mumzie uncovers what it's really like down there and what it takes, the tough times and the fun and the bond that comes from a crew working together in trying conditions. Show notes: http://www.madmumzie.com/beers32

Before you switch for that extra $1 per hour or choose a plane ride over driving, Mad Mumzie is asking you to have a think about a few of the “other” important parts of your “J.O.B” (for some this means Just Off Broke!) Please look at the whole picture, your picture. Most of us spend half our lives at work and it’s not all about the bloody money! I know many are changing because of the money but also rosters, travel distance and type, holidays and sickies, or for the lucky ones a “shirt,” but that is less common right now.What about the people? Are you on a good crew now? This audio blog covers some more issues to get you thinking before you or your mates change jobs. http://www.madmumzie.com/beers31

Dan started in the mines as a 20 year old. He missed partying with his mates, and then later missed his kids. He hates driving trucks and MM helps us to understand why, and Dan realises trucks are OK sometimes. How did mining affect his relationship? His roster was a tough one 5/2. Not long enough at home. A practical joker who stirs up the crew at times, but nice to see a different side and hear his story. Mad Mumzie learnt some new things about Dan and even talked him into having one beer with her!

How often do you stop, relax and look at your lifestyle? Mad Mumzie share's her thoughts from a beach side resort in Central Queensland, with beer in hand. What news does she have to share with you, that will also get you taking a look at your world with perhaps a new perspective?

Do you stay in a “Donga” at camp? They can be cold, sterile and un-inviting. This doesn’t help our moods and mindsets, and may contribute to mental health and fatigue issues. Here are 4 tips to help “de-generic” your donga and make it feel more homely…Yes even you blokes can do some of these! A short audio blog with Mad Mumzie's muzings on why bother and how to do it.

Rayls is a woman pioneer in the mining game. Competing to see how many loads you get over in "your" tip head at the dump. 360 degree spin-outs on wet ramps, getting 3 loads to get it right or f..k off to another pit! Becoming a trainer, and finally learning how to hold up her hole... for the blast crew as a driller. Good times, fast paced and lots of laughs reminiscing with an old mining mate over a few beers on her farm in Tropical Nth Queensland.

This audio blog episode shares some of the struggles I have heard from people of various ages and genders who have not cut it. What went wrong for them? We all were green once. Some got it straight away, and others, like me had to work damn hard to figure it out. How can we all help out new peeps on our crew? Plus we have an update from Karen who was with us in part 2 and 3. You may be surprised to know after all of that she only lasted 3 months! What is she up to now?

Hard Hat Mentor “Drewie” is back! As sisters we chat about her Women In Boots series, Mates in Construction and the new Mates in Mining, what she is doing to help Rock The Downturn in a new way for people who are "in-between jobs" and exciting news on an overseas gig with GYST Consulting. What language does she have to learn in just 1 month? Be sure to stay tuned to hear what her last interpreter said to the room when she told a joke!

Passionate accountant, founder of Bantacs Accounting Group, author, social media guru, dog lover and digital nomad, Julia Hartman shares ways that miners can make the most of their hard earned cash. As the first sponsor for Beers With A Miner Podcast the law is laid down for us all in a fun and relaxed conversation over a ginger beer, looking out over the ocean on a lovely Central Qld afternoon. Don’t worry Mad Mumzie had a real beer!

Part 2 with author Kirsty O’Callaghan. 50 shades of away-relationships and parenting, special needs kids, expected and unexpected events and life after FIFO. Many tips and stories to help us in life, not just when Separated By Work. Part 1 was episode 16 if you have not listened to that yet.

CW is an operator who has worked in Aust and overseas. She's a cool chick and we had a lot of fun as we talk about Mad Mumzie being one of her first instructors to drive a dump truck.This was also the first interview Mad Mumzie ever did with a fellow coal mine worker for a book many years ago. We decided to release this episode because as you will hear many valuable lessons and stories unfold, and the ch ch check the mic chinangans!

Lots of laughs and stories from Mad Bazz, a trainer/assessor/operator who shares many tips on thriving and surviving a mining lifestyle, in gold and coal mines for over 30 years. He is also married to Mad Mumzie’s Mum. This is a very informative, funny and moving episode shooting the breeze over a few beers. He also taught Mad Mumzie how to drive a dump truck! What does he say when left alone with the mic? Oh dear!

The news of a coal miner being killed in a local mine in Central Qld prompted this shorter episode from Mad Mumzie. The guy that died was also a local in her town. Now more than ever we need to watch out for each other, and ask “RuOK?” Also it really hits home how life and death mining can be. Stay safe at work and watch out for each other.

More than just a hashtag for RuOK Day. Australians all over the country, not just those living a mining lifestyle, are being encouraged to take notice of people around you. Have a conversation, and see if they "R OK? Brendan Maher is the CEO of this fantastic organisation. How did he come to be involved? What is the Big Yellow bus and of course what is his favourite beverage? Mad Mumzie and Brendan have a chat over a couple of beers a few weeks prior to the 2016 RuOk? Grandfinal....RuOk? ..the day.

Lyn Olsen is a renowned artist, she was also a true pioneer for women working in male dominated industries. What was it like being one of a handful of women on a crew of 150 men 30 years ago, and how can this help us all today? She is also Mad Mumzie's Mum! Listen in as they both uncover the journey, lessons and fun of living the mining lifestyle many years ago, over a glass of red wine.

“The essential handbook that helps every family to survive and thrive when separated by work.” Kirsty is also a, FIFO wife, Mum, business owner, executive consultant, life coach, blogger, public speaker, meditation teacher, trainer and assessor and full of passion as you will hear in this episode. These golden nuggets can be used by any family, not just those living a mining lifestyle. Great tips for women working in male dominated industries too!

Lisa Mirtsopolous from Dump Truck Discovery chats about her journey into mining, and why an earthquake has now changed everything! Listen in as we talk about training, driving the biggest dump trucks in the world. Lisa has been Named in the “100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” She is also a mentor and inspiration for me, Mad Mumzie. I first came across Lisa a few years ago when I was looking into writing a book about getting a job in the mines. Lisa’s book and web site Dump Truck Discovery showed up in my searches over and over again.

Qld Mining Expo Mackay. Mad Mumzie chats with the Expo Director, Holden’s Mining & Resources Manager about their million dollar 4WD concept car followed by Michelle from Redfox Mackay on drones in mining. My offsider takes a spin in a mining truck simulator and it catches fire! Also a great chat with 2 future guests from Mining Family Matters and the Mining & Energy Challenge. Learn their answers to questions the media and politicians wouldn’t have asked, only Mad Mumzie!

Media spokesperson for FIFO inquiry. Regular on the TV, radio and newspapers. I feel honoured to have Nicole on the podcast. We dig deep into subjects like did you feel pressure to get things done with the government on our behalf? Has anything changed do you think? From the FIFO inquiry what else has to be done, what is missing? What is it someone thinking of entering the mining industry should know, what about your family at home? How do you deal with your "Pinch Points?

Mad Mumzie chats to Life coach and coal miner Jodie Davis. Jodie has done the Tony Robbins fire-walk and training and much more. Listen in as a couple of coal miners have a chat over a few beers in MM's new studio. You don't need to be a miner or a dump truck operator to take away some awesome new ways to handle life. We talk about it in a fun way that relates to many…poor me, angry and pissed off, or sad and depressed? Here are some more ways to bounce yourself out of the black hole once and for all!

Working for over 20 years living the mining lifestyle as a dozer driver, dump truck operator, grader and loader operator, this dude shares with Mad Mumzie his insights into changes in the industry, tips for newbies and has a some clear thoughts on using his PPE outside of work! This was the second interview for a book that never came about. It did inspire my love of interviewing and helped me realise how many differing thoughts there are on many issues across the mining industry. This was going to be written up, but I don't think personalities would shine through as much as they do in a good old fashioned chat over a few beers at a classic Queensland pub.

What is your bucket list of fun? Create it, keep it, practice it, share it. Why? When life throws us challenges we all need to know how we can turn our thoughts and feelings around....what works for you? Listen in as Mad Mumzie shares thoughts from Hard Hat Mentor, Nicole Ashby, Rachael Kirby Lee, Jodie Davis and Mad Mumzie to help us all find our own personal ways to get through the crappy times. Be sure to listen to the end and hear all about our memorial ride for Tony, Big T, OC.

3 years ago today my family lost a treasure. Big T was my daughter's partner. He was a fun loving, Aussie bloke who we all thought was going to be part of our family forever. Today I honour the short time we were all together by sharing with you a few words from the heart. They are helping me to heal, and perhaps I hope, may help you too when life turns to crap. This episode is not just about living the mining lifestyle, or life as a FIFO operator, but dealing with what life throws at us. This is the first episode in a series to realise help is out there, for all of us.

I am a miner, but am I a Real Miner? My partner is a "Real Miner." Just ask him, he will tell you! I thought we were all real miners, what is the difference? You work in a mine, you’re a real miner, right? The Oxford Dictionary describes a miner as anyone who works in a mine. There is no definition for a "Real Miner." When I met my partner, an underground miner, he started calling me a Gravel Scratcher. I am a miner, but am I a real miner? In my view we are all real miners, working long hours away from family and friends, in dangerous conditions with uncertain times ahead. It doesn’t matter who does what or what we call each other, but not everyone agrees!

"Drewie" shares stories from her 20 plus years working in the mining, construction and oil and gas industries. Listen in as we chat about her journey working in these industries, and why she has chosen this path and is so passionate about helping others to thrive and survive!

Binge drinking, too often, especially around our loved ones, can make us a pain  to be with at times, and oh yeah of course it’s not good for you.  Please cut us hardworking miners some slack. A few beers on break should be ok...but it's all in the amount and the timing. 

How do you get a job in the mines? Where do you start? What do you need? Is there a number to ring? In this episode Mad Mumzie outlines 5 steps  to start now toward your job as a dump truck operator. Many of these can also be used across other roles in the mining industry. 

Mad Mumzie talks about an emotional day at work. Need a cup of cement and harden up? Toughen up princess!! Why are some people angry and cranky? Why are others emotional, sad, depressed? It can be tough at times, no matter what workplace  you are in. How do you cope? How does Mad Mumzie cope, and what good can come from crying in your truck? Living a mining lifestyle and the FIFO way ain't always what it's cracked up to be. Listen in as you can hear a glimpse of what it's like as a dump truck operator and some issues that may be faced as a woman working in male dominated industries. 

Being a dump truck operator in the mining industry living a FIFO lifestyle does not have to be boring. Mad Mumzie discusses her blog post further about things you can do whilst working long hours away from home. These concepts can work for most who are  working long hours, shift work away from home. 

What was it like the first time she sat in a huge dump truck? How is night shift? Camp life? Two way radios? Mining lingo and of course...driving the trucks! In this episode we chat again now that Karen  has completed 3 shifts and the fun begins. Listen in to hear what it's really like as a newbie on a mine site learning to live the mining lifestyle and your first few shifts as a dump truck operator.

Karen reached out for some help to get a job in the mines as a dump truck operator. In this episode we sit down for a chat about why she so desperately wants to work in the mining industry, steps taken so far and tips for others looking to do the same. We also celebrate some good news in part 2 as she has a start date! Now the fun begins. What can she expect, the next steps and her thoughts on her dream coming to reality.

In this episode you will meet Mad Mumzie, your host, as she discusses the plan for her new podcast about living a mining lifestlye. FIFO is not just about getting on a plane, plenty of us bus and drive to work. Find out why Mad Mumzie has a passion to share what it is really like living this lifestyle. If you are a "wannabe" miner, already doing it, retired or family member working away from home, this podcast is for you! Many issues surrounding women working in male dominated roles are also covered.