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Family tradition or personal passion?

In this episode of The Blast Report, we explore the remarkable journey of industry veteran Tom Young and how he navigated through that question.

Host Evan Thibaud sits down with Tom for a captivating interview. We'll hear how Tom built a successful career in the explosives industry, starting at Atlas Powder Company during the rise of emulsions. He'll also share his experiences at Hilltop Energy and the importance of building strong relationships throughout his career.

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Don't miss out on Tom's inspiring story!

This special Mother's Day episode featuring Teele Tuuna-Lootus, Estonia's only female shot firer, and her inspiring mom, Viive Tuuna a renowned figure in the explosives industry!

Host Evan Thibaud dives into Teele's upbringing with a blasting legend for a mother like Viive. They explore the unique dynamics of their mom-daughter team, offer insights into the Estonian explosives industry, and delve into dimension stone blasting.



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This episode is a great listen for fans of strong women in blasting!

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 of The Blast Report, we're diving into the world of explosives applications across the vast geology of the USA.Join host Evan Thibaud and industry veteran Mick Frtitz for 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝘄𝗼 of their insightful interview series. Mick shares his wealth of experience and knowledge gained from a career dedicated to exploring different applications of explosives, highlighting the rich geological landscapes found across the country.

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Get ready to explore the explosive applications shaping industries across the USA!

🎙️ 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘: "𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘆" 𝗘𝗣𝟮𝟲

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 of The Blast Report, host Evan Thibaud gets the honor of interviewing a mentor of his.

Mick Fritz is a man always looking forward to the future and testing the limits of what can be done to see if there is a better way. In this episode, Mick shares his story of how he got his start in the explosives industry. If you know Mick you know he’s happy to share a good story, lessons, and safety tips all with a smile. 

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Don't miss out on this insightful conversation between Evan and Mick, making this a must-listen for industry enthusiasts!

Embark on a special journey back to our roots!

Recorded during the ISEE 50th Conference, host Evan Thibaud and producer Pedro Pereira from BlastThink give you a behind-the-scenes look.

In this unique episode, usual host Evan Thibaud takes a seat in the guest chair for the first time to share a "state of the union update." Pedro Pereira leads the conversation into the origins of The Blast Report Podcast project. They discuss its success on the blasting industry, the podcast's objectives, and the unique experience of sharing people's stories and times in the industry. Explore the immense effort behind the scenes, showcasing an amazing accomplishment.

As The Blast Report, the podcast for those who say "Fire in The Hole," celebrates its first anniversary, Evan and Pedro share insights, reflections, and witness the evolution of this passion project that continues to bring stories and knowledge from the explosives industry community.

Join the explosive world of mining with our latest episode of The Blast Report! Our host Evan Thibaud teams up once more with the insightful Bill Adamson for a journey into the mindset of enjoying work and the profound impact of learning in a fun way on relationships within the mining industry.



In this episode, Bill and Evan engage in a candid conversation about the significance of a positive mindset at work. Discover how embracing a culture of learning in an enjoyable environment not only enriches our understanding of the industry but also strengthens the bonds we share with our colleagues. After all, in our line of work, we collaborate with people as much as we do with explosives.



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Embark on an episode filled with laughs, insights, and a fresh perspective on the joy of work. Learning While Laughing - your gateway to a more enjoyable and enriching mining experience!