The Blast Report

The Blast Report
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'The Blast Report' - the podcast that's blowing up the blasting, mining, and civil explosives industries! Each episode is packed with topics, from the latest and greatest blasting techniques to in-depth discussions on safety and regulations, to real-life "Fire in the Hole" stories in the field and from the past. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the industry, this podcast provides a community with valuable insights and information. So tune in while you're on the way to the job site or waiting on the all clear!

  1. EP41 - Shashi Kanth Part 1: Blasting Back Home

    HÁ 2 DIAS

    EP41 - Shashi Kanth Part 1: Blasting Back Home

    In this interview of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, Evan Thibaud hears Shashi’s story on how he started in India and, with a bit of luck, how he signed up for an amazing program from Ensign Bickford that brought him back to India and how that formed his basis in the explosives industry.   ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor Best in the West Conference. For over 20 years, they’ve raised more than $150,000 in scholarships, bringing together miners, drill & blast suppliers, and government agencies.And of course, a big thank you to Walt Partridge, the voice behind the auction and the cause. 📅 See you at the next Best in the West Conference in 2026. 🎧 Tune in and blast into Shashi’s journey — Part 1 is live now!

    21min
  2. EP40 - Tom Thurman Part 2: "Next to the Worst"

    17 DE SET.

    EP40 - Tom Thurman Part 2: "Next to the Worst"

    In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, our interview with Tom continues as we dive more into his career and some of the incidents he was part of. We hear some of goals for passing on knowledge to the people who follow in his footsteps in explosive related investigations. ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor ISEE. For over 50 years, ISEE has been dedicated to enhancing the safety, science, skill, and benefits of explosives engineering worldwide. From training and certifications to world-class networking, they continue shaping the future of our industry.📅 Don’t miss ISEE’s 52nd Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique in Reno, Nevada, January 20–25, 2026. Learn more at isee.org. 🎧 Tune in and hear how lessons from the field become a legacy for the next generation of explosives professionals.

    45min
  3. EP39 - Tom Thurman Clearing Rooms

    12 DE SET.

    EP39 - Tom Thurman Clearing Rooms

    In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, Tom Thurman comes on the show with our host Evan Thibaud and shares a different entrance into the explosives industry. While most of our guests come from the rock fragmentation or powder supplier business, Tom shares his beginning from the military and how he changed his plans to EOD and how it landed him in the USA Capitol. ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor @ISEE. For over 50 years, ISEE has been dedicated to enhancing the safety, science, skill, and benefits of explosives engineering worldwide. From training and certifications to world-class networking, they continue shaping the future of our industry.📅 Don’t miss ISEE’s 52nd Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique in Reno, Nevada, January 20–25, 2026. Learn more at isee.org.   🎧 Tune in and discover how one man’s path from EOD to the Capitol tells a story of service, change, and the power of explosives expertise.

    30min
  4. EP38 - Walt Partridge Part 2: Going 3 Times, Sold!

    14 DE AGO.

    EP38 - Walt Partridge Part 2: Going 3 Times, Sold!

    In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, Walt Partridge’s interview with host Evan Thibaud continues with more stories of his amazing life and how blasting with Dupont took him all over the world!  ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor Best in the West Conference. For over 20 years, they’ve raised more than $150,000 in scholarships, bringing together miners, drill & blast suppliers, and government agencies.And of course, a big thank you to Walt Partridge, the voice behind the auction and the cause.📅 See you at the next Best in the West Conference in 2026. 🎧 Tune in and travel the globe with Walt. One blast, one bid, and one unforgettable story at a time.

    26min
  5. EP37 - Walt Partridges Part 1: Going Once, Going Twice!

    1 DE AGO.

    EP37 - Walt Partridges Part 1: Going Once, Going Twice!

    𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 is back! And this time, Evan Thibaud has the privilege of sitting down with Walt Partridge for some interesting stories! Now, known for his role as an auctioneer at ISEE events to raise money for scholarships, Walt shares some amazing stories of his start in the blasting business and the intricacies of business by boat in Alaska.  ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor Best in the West Conference. For over 20 years, they’ve raised more than $150,000 in scholarships, bringing together miners, drill & blast suppliers, and government agencies. 📅 See you at the next Best in the West Conference in 2026. Tune in and hear how a life in blasting gets told one laugh, one bid, and one blast at a time.

    26min
  6. EP36 - Bill Youngs Parte 3: Dealing with Change!

    14 DE MAI.

    EP36 - Bill Youngs Parte 3: Dealing with Change!

    𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 is back with the final part the conversation between host Evan Thibaud and special guest Bill Youngs! In this third and final part of our interview, Bill shares his perspective on navigating industry shifts—how companies and professionals adapt when moving from one product or technology to another. ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor FEEM – Federation of European Explosives Manufacturers. Celebrating 50 years in 2025, FEEM represents #Europe’s civil #explosives #industry, promoting safety, technical excellence, and responsible practices. Learn more and become a member at https://www.feem-europe.net/   Tune in and hear how change gets handled when the blast dust settles.

    30min
  7. EP35 - Bill Youngs Part 2: Technology Adoption

    22 DE ABR.

    EP35 - Bill Youngs Part 2: Technology Adoption

    The Blast Report is back with part two of the conversation between host Evan Thibaud and special guest Bill Youngs!In this episode, Bill dives into some of his stories of targeting the market with new blasting technology and how its adoption differs over time and location. ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor FEEM – Federation of European Explosives Manufacturers. Celebrating 50 years in 2025, FEEM represents #Europe’s civil #explosives #industry, promoting safety, technical excellence, and responsible practices. Learn more and become a member at https://www.feem-europe.net/   Tech moves fast. Blasting moves faster. Tune in!

    31min
  8. EP34 - Bill Youngs Part 1: Prove'em Right

    8 DE ABR.

    EP34 - Bill Youngs Part 1: Prove'em Right

    𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 arrives with a new episode featuring host Evan Thibaud and special guest Bill Youngs! In this first part of the episode, Bill and Evan sit down for a few stories of Bill's early days in blasting and his growth along the way, as his career evolved alongside innovations like sequential timers. A living link to the industry’s past and future, Bill shares stories packed with grit, growth, and a deep appreciation for the electric detonator. ‼️ Special thanks to our #sponsor @FEEM – Federation of European Explosives Manufacturers. Celebrating 50 years in 2025, FEEM represents Europe’s civil explosives industry, promoting safety, technical excellence, and responsible practices. Learn more and become a member at https://www.feem-europe.net/

    32min
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'The Blast Report' - the podcast that's blowing up the blasting, mining, and civil explosives industries! Each episode is packed with topics, from the latest and greatest blasting techniques to in-depth discussions on safety and regulations, to real-life "Fire in the Hole" stories in the field and from the past. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to the industry, this podcast provides a community with valuable insights and information. So tune in while you're on the way to the job site or waiting on the all clear!

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  • Criado por
    The Blast Report
  • Anos de atividade
    2023 - 2025
  • Episódios
    41
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © The Blast Report
  • Site do podcast
    The Blast Report

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