The Discovery Files
Podcast Description
What really makes a discovery?This isn’t another podcast about the next big deposit or the person who “called it.” This is a journey into the human side of discovery—the stories behind the core sheds, drill pads, and field maps. We talk to the people who make exploration work: core loggers, drillers, project geologists, senior geos, and everyone in between.Through honest, unfiltered conversations, we explore the emotions, lessons, failures, team dynamics, and quiet wins that rarely make it into the headlines. We ask: what does a truly successful exploration team look like? How much of discovery is science, and how much is intuition, collaboration, or even chaos?If you’ve ever wondered whether our industry really understands what drives discovery—or if we’re missing the bigger picture—this podcast is for you.Real people. Real stories. Real discovery.
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Explores themes of teamwork, the nuances of geological exploration, and the unpredictable nature of discovery, with episodes featuring discussions on the human aspects behind exploration challenges, learning from failures, and the balance between luck and skill, such as Ayesha Ahmed's experiences in the St. Ives Gold Camp and the examination of team dynamics.
What really makes a discovery?
This isn’t another podcast about the next big deposit or the person who “called it.” This is a journey into the human side of discovery—the stories behind the core sheds, drill pads, and field maps. We talk to the people who make exploration work: core loggers, drillers, project geologists, senior geos, and everyone in between.
Through honest, unfiltered conversations, we explore the emotions, lessons, failures, team dynamics, and quiet wins that rarely make it into the headlines. We ask: what does a truly successful exploration team look like? How much of discovery is science, and how much is intuition, collaboration, or even chaos?
If you’ve ever wondered whether our industry really understands what drives discovery—or if we’re missing the bigger picture—this podcast is for you.
Real people. Real stories. Real discovery.
In this episode, Scott Briscoe interviews Rick Streiff, who shares his experiences in the mining industry, particularly focusing on the Cove deposit and the challenges of downhole contamination. Rick discusses the complexities of geological mapping, the unique characteristics of the Cove deposit, and the importance of understanding contamination issues in drilling. He also emphasizes the significance of networking, documentation, and being open-minded in geological exploration.
00:00 Introduction to Cove and McCoy Mining Experience
02:06 Challenges of Downhole Contamination
04:44 Geological Insights from Cove
07:14 The Unique Nature of Cove Deposit
09:33 Discoveries and Drilling Strategies
12:04 Reflections on Mining History and Market Conditions
14:39 Zoning and Geological Relationships
17:07 The Importance of Field Skills
20:00 Lessons Learned and Advice for Young Geologists
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