Beers With A Miner

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.