
News and information from the world of geology and mining, Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro provides a new perspective on the mining industry and seeks to educate on best practice. Snowden Optiro is a resources consulting and advisory group that provides independent advice, consulting and training to mining and exploration companies, their advisors and investors. We help mine developers to advance... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceEarth SciencesNatural Sciences | |||

Will AI replace geologists? In this episode of Fresh Thinking by @SnowdenOptiro , we explore how artificial intelligence is being used across the mining industry, from exploration targeting and core logging to resource estimation and technical repor... more
What are the key differences between private mining companies and publicly listed mining companies when it comes to project development, risk, and reporting? In this episode of @SnowdenOptiro 's Fresh Thinking podcast, Senior Consultant, Laurie Has... more
In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Ian Glacken and Susan Havlin explore localised conditional simulation (LCS) and its role in modern resource estimation workflows.
Building on earlier discussions around estimation methods, recove... more
In this episode of Fresh Thinking by @SnowdenOptiro, Susan Havlin and Ian Glacken explore the fundamentals of conditional simulation and its role in modelling grade variability and uncertainty in mineral resource estimation.
They discuss how simu... more
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The show centers on advanced mineral resource estimation, geostatistics, and mining planning, with a strong emphasis on uncertainty, localization, and practical workflows. Episodes frequently dissect techniques like Localised Conditional Simulation (LCS), conditional and uniform conditioning, and other modern methods for modeling grade distribution, readiness of resource models for mine planning, and risk-informed decision making. Hosts often contrast traditional estimation approaches with cutting-edge stochastic methods, sharing actionable insights for practitioners, engineers, and geologists who shape project economics and feasibility. A notable strength is the depth of technical detail delivered in accessible discussions, often featuring... more
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