Dynamic conversations with mining’s top minds—engineers, geologists, executives, and more. We explore how to challenge the status quo and shape the future of mining.
Mining in the Crossfire
The mining industry is at a crossroads—and Steve Virtue is sounding the alarm. In this timely and provocative episode of Ore-atory, host Lindsey Schultz welcomes Steve, an executive consultant with deep experience advising CEOs, cabinet ministers, and mining...
Changing the Narrative with AfriMine
In this episode of Ore-atory: Elevating Mining Minds, Lindsey Schultz speaks with Tobi, the visionary founder behind AfriMine, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing Africa’s next generation of mining professionals. What begins as a discussion about Tobi’s personal...
Redefining Engineering Culture in Mining
What happens when you decide to lead with heart—and end up building one of the fastest-growing firms in Canada? In this candid conversation, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Joel Giffen, founder of Giffen Consulting, to explore the power of authenticity,...
I Am Right: How Ego Blocks Connection and Safety
In this compelling close to Ore-atory’s “Talk is Tough” mental health series, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Stephen Dummit of Tradewinds Leadership to tackle the final stigma lie: “I am right.” This episode pulls back the curtain on how ego, when left unchecked,...
Only I Have the Answers: The Loneliness of Leadership
In this installment of Ore-atory: Elevating Mining Minds, host Lindsey Schultz continues the “Talk is Tough” mental health series with returning guest Stephen Dummit and special guest Dr. Haydon Mort. The episode confronts the third stigma lie: “Only I Have the...
No Mistakes Allowed: Breaking the Perfectionism Trap
In this episode, we dive deep into overcoming the stigma of “You’re Not Allowed to Make Mistakes” and explore how embracing errors can transform mining teams and leadership. Lindsey Schultz and Stephen Dummitt discuss effective strategies for fostering psychological...
You Have to Earn Your Spot: Challenging the Silence Around Worth
In the first episode of Ore-atory’s Mental Health Month series, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Stephen Dumbit, founder of Tradewinds Leadership, to explore one of the most damaging myths in workplace culture: “You have to earn your spot.” This belief suggests...
Talk Is Tough: Kicking Off Mental Health Month in Mining & Trades
Talk Is Tough: Kicking Off Mental Health Month in Mining & Trades with guest Stephen Dummit, Co-Founder of Tradewinds Leadership In the first episode of Ore-atory’s five-part Mental Health Awareness Month series, host Lindsey Schultz welcomes Stephen Dummit—an...
Shaping the Mining Ethos through Advocacy Leadership and Sustainability
In this episode of Ore-atory: Elevating Mining Minds, host Lindsey Schultz sits down with Chris Summers—strategic leader, sustainability advocate, and industry connector—to explore what’s next for mining. With decades of experience at companies like Rio Tinto and...
