Join our host and journalist Robin Stickley as she digs into some fascinating conversations about what, how, and Why We Mine. Think about it - practically everything around you that isn’t born or grown is mined. The toothpaste you brush with every morning, the vehicle you use to get around, even the screen you’re reading this on right now contain minerals extracted from the earth. As the climate warms and we race for sustainable solutions, we know you’re asking questions: How can mining help us hit our emissions targets by 2050? How do we continue to build an inclusive workforce and prosperous communities? How will we sustainably mine enough copper for the all the electric cars? Robin explores the answers and takes a closer look at Canada’s innovative mining technologies and community-driven approaches to ensure a sustainable future for everyone.
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Host Robin Stickley interviews University of British Columbia students about the appeal of modern mining careers and speaks with Doctor Charlotte Gibson about how schools prepare students for mining, revealing the industry's evolution and future talent.
26 Nov 2024
Shared Goals, Shared Future: Mining and the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Christy Smith and John Desjarlais explore the complex relationship between the mining industry and Indigenous communities, discussing trust, the "Seven Generations" mindset, and forging an equitable future in this interview with Robin Stickley.
12 Nov 2024
The Copper Cliff
Host Robin Stickley interviews Professor Shaun Barker and Tyler Mitchelson about copper's crucial role in the green energy transition and the mining industry's efforts to meet increasing demand, highlighting the challenges of relying solely on recycling.
29 Oct 2024
Critical Minerals: What Are They and Why Should You Care?
Host Robin Stickley interviews Dr. Peter Tom Jones and Mark Zacharias about critical minerals, exploring their importance for green energy and governmental strategies to secure their supply in this informative episode.
15 Oct 2024
Broken Ground – Trust Gaps in the Mining Industry
Host Robin Stickley interviews Rohitesh Dhawan, President and CEO of the International Council on Mining and Metals, and Katie Fedosenko, Teck’s Director of ESG Engagement, about the mining industry's trust gap and how companies are working to earn public trust.
15 Oct 2024
Heigh-Ho! Heigh-Ho! Excavating Mining Themes in Media
Host Robin Stickley and geologist Emily King examine the pervasive negative stereotypes of mining in pop culture and how the industry can shift the narrative, while Mayor Robin Smith shares the real-world benefits of mining for her community in this interview episode.
1 Oct 2024
Why We Mine Season Two
Host Robin Stickley explores the mining industry's crucial role in the economy, society, and future, examining critical minerals, community trust, and the industry's image, featuring insights from industry experts in this interview episode.
3 May 2023
Better than We Found It: How Mining is Reshaping Biodiversity & Reclamation
Carleigh Whitman and Daniel Desjarlais discuss how modern mining companies restore and reshape biodiversity at mine sites by using native plants to meet climate goals in this interview.
28 Mar 2023
Investing in Global Communities: Mining’s Ongoing Investment in Community
Amparo Cornejo and Herman Urrejola discuss how mining companies invest in global communities, specifically in Chile, through various programs and initiatives, in this interview episode.
13 Mar 2023
Fresh Water Solutions: Inside the Clean Water Revolution
Hydrogeochemist Laura Volden and Director of Water Chris Kennedy explore water's crucial role in mining and how sustainable practices improve water management, in this interview episode.
27 Feb 2023
Copper Stops the Spread: The Modern Movement of Ancient Knowledge
Dr. Marthe Charles and Catherine Adair discuss copper's antimicrobial properties and its potential impact on public health, highlighting its role in preventing the spread of germs in this interview.
13 Feb 2023
Mining For Our Green Future: Inside the Race to Sustainability
Chris Adachi and Mark Rabin discuss the increasing demand for resources to support electric vehicles and the transition to clean energy, highlighting challenges and potential solutions in an interview.
30 Jan 2023
Even the Cloud is Made of Metal: How Mining Powers Our Modern World
Professor Brett Gilley, the "GeoDude," and Greg Brouwer explore how mining provides essential materials for modern technology and everyday life, highlighting the industry's crucial role and future evolution in this interview.
18 Oct 2022
Welcome to Why We Mine
Host and journalist Robin Stickley introduces the podcast, exploring how mining provides essential materials for everyday life and sustainable technologies, focusing on Canada's innovative and community-driven mining approaches.
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University of British Columbia students
Charlotte Gibson
Shaun Barker
Tyler Mitchelson
Dr Peter Tom Jones
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