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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join our International Regional Manager Julian Aldridge and Senior Consultant Laurie Hassall as they explore the nuances of working     with the tungsten commodity.
This podcast at a glance:
00:08 Introduction
00:45 Explanation of what tungsten is and its applications
02:18 The geological environments and deposit styles commonly associated with tungsten
03:50 Discussion about where tungsten deposits are found around the world
04:35 Explanation of how tungsten is typically found through exploration
06:00 The metallurgical and mineralogical considerations related to tungsten
08:20 How tungsten is typically mined
09:40 How tungsten is typically estimated
13:00 Special considerations to be aware of in modeling.
Join our experts as they explore the topic of Commodity Podcast Series – Tungsten in the episode 59 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Julian and Lauire, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.
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These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. 
Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the top cutting strategy for resource estimation.
This podcast at a glance:
Oscar introduces this podcast and the speaker Ian Glacken.
00:05 Oscar introduces this podcast and the speaker Ian Glacken.
00:57 Ian describes the importance of a top cut strategy in Resource Estimation.
02:55 Ian discusses the approaches used for selecting a top cut value.
06:25 Ian examines the alternatives to the mentioned approaches and their rationale.
12:05 Ian shares his thoughts on why some practitioners endorse reconciliation as a suitable guide for selecting the top cut value.
Join our experts as they explore the top cutting strategy for resource estimation in episode 57 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Ian and Oscar, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.
This video podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.
These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join General Manager Tarrant Elkington and Allan Earl, Executive Consultant as they discuss the mining aspects of Technical Due Diligence.
This podcast at a glance:
0:10 Tarrant introduces the speaker, Allan Earl, and outlines the podcast topic.
1:00 Allan provides an overview of Technical Due Diligence in the mining industry. 
2:35 Allan delves into the initial aspects considered when commencing a Technical Due Diligence review.
4:30 When all data is organized, Allan discusses the initial focal points, starting with underground mines.
12:00 Allan elaborates on the distinctions in technical due diligence for open-pit mines.
14:07 Allan clarifies whether his due diligence process primarily involves data review or other tasks.
17:10 Allan compares and contrasts due diligence requirements between operating and developed mines. Join our experts as they explore the topic of electrification in episode 56 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Tarrant and Allan, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com. 
This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.
These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join General Manager Tarrant Elkington and Danny Tolmer, Regional Manager for North Americas as they discuss the electrification of the mining process. 
This podcast at a glance:
0:04 Tarrant introduces the podcast and our speaker, Danny Tolmer. 
0:58 Danny explores mine electrification and its connection to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. 
2:36 Danny explores various technologies utilized for mine electrification.
2:38 Danny discusses technologies such as in-pit crushing, trolley assist, rail systems, hydrogen fuel cells, and battery electric.
4:46 Danny explains the reasons behind the reduction in energy consumption.
6:45 Danny examines the factors influencing the applicability of these technologies in a mine.
9:52 Danny sheds light on the trends and adoption of these technologies.
Join our experts as they explore the topic of electrification in episode 56 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Tarrant and Danny, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.
This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the applications of Conditional Simulation in a two-part series.
This is the second final episode.
00:00 Ian introduces this podcast and the speaker Dr Oscar Rondon. 
01:15 Oscar addresses the topic of Resource Classification in more detail.
02:00 Ian emphasizes the essential role of geological continuity and the need for expert consideration beyond simulation in the classification process.
02:55 Ian introduces the concept of using single realisation for simulations.
03:30 Oscar explains applications for using single realisation for simulations.
04:25 Ian further highlights the core process of simulating with sparse data, generating realizations, emphasizing the critical selection of one that accurately reflects the input data, and discusses methods for verification.
06:30 Oscar underscores the importance of defining the simulation's purpose before running it, while Ian expands on strategies for situations where relying on a single realisation feels uncomfortable.
07:30 Ian discusses one case study in which he participated as a member of the Advisory Group at Snowden Optiro.
09:45 Oscar provides an interesting case study example from a period when the multivariate simulation component was not yet available in Supervisor.
10:55 Ian briefly explains the concept of Multivariate Simulation which will might be a topic for another podcast.
Join our experts as they explore the PART 2 of applications of Conditional Simulation in episode 55 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Ian and Oscar, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.
This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, Stitcher, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. 
These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the applications of Conditional Simulation in a two-part series.
This is the first episode.
This podcast at a glance:
0:30 Ian starts the podcast, introducing the topic and explaining what Conditional Simulation means briefly. 
1:35 Oscar talks about the concept of simulation, specifically focusing on the idea of the space of uncertainty.
03:22 Ian moves on to discuss applications of simulation, emphasizing the importance of the group of realizations.
03:50 Oscar covers various things people might explore in the realm of applications.
04:30 Oscar explains the types of statistics that can be performed with the suite of realisations. 05:00 Oscar goes deeper, explaining what a transfer function is.
06:00 Ian provides examples of the most common applications of simulations.
06:20 Oscar and Ian talk about the difference between simulation and estimation.
08:20 Ian shifts to simulating geological uncertainty.
09:05 Oscar explains how to approach simulating both geological and grade uncertainty.
10:20 Ian introduces resource classification as one application involving multiple simulations and realisations.
11:30 Ian explains the difference between classifications in the JORC code and those used in simulations.
Join our experts as they explore the PART 1 of applications of Conditional Simulation in episode 54 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.
If you'd like to connect with Ian and Oscar, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.