Beste Fifo podcasts (2024)

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20. | Mango | A bushfire threatened my mine site 45:31

2+ y ago45:31

45:31

On this episode we catch up with Mango, a heavy diesel mechanic who now works as a workshop foreman. Mango tells us about the time he was on a mine site during a pretty wild bush fire, and the measures that were taken to keep everybody safe. We also discuss the current AdBlue shortage in Australia and touch on the current Covid situation, particula…

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19. | Aaron & Cesca | Parenting, Podcasting & Writing the "FIFO" Novels 51:33

2+ y ago51:33

51:33

On this episode we chat with Aaron White and his wife Francesca, for our first ever Video Chat episode. Aaron works at a drive in drive out mine site in Southern WA, operating just about every surface mining machine there is. He's also a Father, a Podcast Host and an Author. Aaron tells us about his introduction to the mining industry, as well as s…

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18. | Hobbsy & Jimmy | Steel caps do what to your toes?! 1:14:29

2+ y ago1:14:29

1:14:29

On this episode Hobbsy returns to the hot seat, bringing along one of his good mates, Jimmy. Hobbsy's been off on another snow filled adventure since we last spoke to him, and Jimmy is an Ex-Diamond Driller who now works as a Pit Technician. Sheena sits this one out as Bretto and the boys sit down to discuss everything from prescription drugs, diam…

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17. | Dylan | R&R isn't always Events and Activities 58:07

2+ y ago58:07

58:07

In Episode 17 we catch up with Dylan, a Heavy Diesel Mechanic and one of Brett's good work mates. Dylan talks about the challenges he faced when leaving his Perth based job, to have a crack at underground mining, as well as the new challenges he's facing right now, doing a trade upgrade to become an auto sparky. We also have a good chat about what …

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16. | Vasta | Occupational Therapy & Injury Management 1:27:00

3y ago1:27:00

1:27:00

On Episode 16 we catch up with Vasta, an Occupational Therapist and good mate of ours. Vasta gives us an insight into what an Occupational Therapist does, and how that carries over into the mining industry. We also chat about workplace injuries and injury management, sharing our opinions on lost time injury numbers and reporting culture, as well as…

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15. | Matt Hern | The Money Coach 1:16:47

3y ago1:16:47

1:16:47

Matt is an Ex-FIFO worker from the Oil & Gas industry who, after a quarter life crisis, left it all behind in search of a new career in the Financial Sector. Now working as a Money Coach and a Financial Wellbeing Educator, Matt has spent the past 20 years working with people from the FIFO and Mining sector, to help them better manage their money, r…

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14. | Chris | Overweight & Suicidal to Happy & Healthy 1:17:22

3y ago1:17:22

1:17:22

On episode 14 of The FIFO Show we sit down and chat with Chris, a Light Vehicle Fitter (Mechanic) who has been on one hell of a personal journey these past couple of years. This inspirational story begins with the end of an 18 year relationship, which sees Chris' life spiral out of control, through drug and alcohol fueled R&Rs. Already overweight a…

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13. | Just Us | Why Have We Been So Quiet?... Lets Push Up for Mental Health 45:07

3y ago45:07

45:07

Its been a minute... but we're back! On this episode Brett & Sheena open up about some of the struggles they've faced in their personal lives so far in 2021, giving an explanation into why they've been so quiet on the podcast front. They also share some of their plans for moving forward into the future, with ideas around creating awareness, communi…

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12. | Kelsey (Pt.2) | Out of Uni and Into Africa 59:17

3y ago59:17

59:17

On this episode of The FIFO Show, we continue our chat with Kelsey the Geologist. For Part 2, Kelsey gives us an eye opening insight into her experience of working in the African country of Zambia. Picture this - A young girl, coming fresh out of university at age 22, and heading straight into a 6 week on, 2 week off roster, in a foreign country, o…

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11. | Kelsey (Pt.1) | Geology Explained & Tips on Getting into Mining 51:41

3y ago51:41

51:41

On this episode of The FIFO Show we sit down and chat with Kelsey, a Geologist and self proclaimed workaholic. For Part 1, Kelsey has us wow'd with her simple to understand but extremely detailed explanation of what it is that a Geologist does. Even being put on the spot with a live "what is this rock?" test. She shares a bit of her story on how an…

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10. | Noelle (Pt.2) | The Dynamics of a FIFO Relationship 44:08

3y ago44:08

44:08

In this episode of The FIFO Show we continue on from part 1 of our chat with Noelle. In part 2, the conversation leads into a discussion around relationships in FIFO, particularly regarding the 3 different variations that Noelle has experienced during her time in and around the Industry. Noelle also talks about changing her job role on site, becomi…

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9. | Noelle (Pt.1) | An Exercise Physiologist in FIFO 49:03

3y ago49:03

49:03

Welcome to Part 1 of the great chat we had with Noelle, our first ever female guest! Noelle is a qualified Exercise Physiologist and a fitness enthusiast who started her FIFO career as a Healthy Lifestyle Program Coordinator. In this episode we learn what it is she did and what it was like working in this unique role on site, as well as hearing abo…

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8. | Lath & Pedro | Shared Custody & Workplace Banter 1:02:14

3y ago1:02:14

1:02:14

For this episode of The FIFO Show we're doing things a little differently, as this is the first time we've had 2 guests on the show, at the same time. Our good mates Lath and Pedro sit down with us to discuss a few different things they've experienced during their time working FIFO including, shared custody arrangements, workplace banter, working i…

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7. | Kenney | The Coal Miner 1:15:20

3+ y ago1:15:20

1:15:20

On this episode of The FIFO Show we sit down for a chat with our mate Kenney, the Ex-Coal Miner from Central Queensland. Kenney shares with us his experience of working in underground coal mines, from being pranked on his first day, to the mining methods and machines, to the events that lead him to hang up the miners belt for good.…

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Episode 7- Johnny Maher 42:21

3+ y ago42:21

42:21

Johnny Maher is all the way from the UK and as a long standing Construction Professional who has worked all around the world in the Oil and Gas Industry he has seen many changes. Through his own experiences and working at very senior levels he learnt how best to understand and deal with strategies to improve culture and productivity. When he recogn…

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6. | Just Us | Brett's New Site & Deepwater Horizon 47:36

3+ y ago47:36

47:36

A few things have changed for us recently, so for this episode Sheena and I decided to have a chat between ourselves to bring all the listeners up to speed. I share my recent experience of once again starting work at a new minesite, with a few stories that are sure to have you chuckling along with us. We also discuss our feelings about and some les…

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5. | Hobbsy | Geophysics, Anxiety and Deadman's Gold 1:10:29

3+ y ago1:10:29

1:10:29

In this episode of The FIFO Show we chat with our mate Hobbsy, a guy that we met through the most unlikely of circumstances, of which we share at the start of this episode. The story is great, the story telling... maybe not so much! Hobbsy also shares with us his experience of working different jobs in the FIFO industry, a couple of which we had ne…

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4. | Koogs (Pt.2) | Dating, Diets and COVID-19 46:42

3+ y ago46:42

46:42

Koogs is back for round 2!... well kind of. On this episode of The FIFO Show we pick up where we left off from, in Part 1. In Part 2 of our chat with Koogs, we discuss our experience of moving to Perth and meeting new people, what dating can be like whilst working FIFO, the different eating habits we see on site and how COVID-19 changed the way we …

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3. | Koogs (Pt.1) | Sugar Mills and Acid Sprinklers 42:34

3+ y ago42:34

42:34

On this episode of The FIFO Show we sit down with our good friend and fellow North Queenslander, Koogs! In Part 1 of our chat with Koogs, we discuss what it was like for him to start FIFO out of Mt. Isa and how this led to him moving overseas. From an encounter with Bob Katter, to stripping down to his jocks at work, this episode is guaranteed to m…

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Episode 6- Thomas Christiansen 45:54

3+ y ago45:54

45:54

Today we Welcome Thomas Christiansen to the podcast. He is a scaffolder in the mines in Western Australia. On his 13th Birthday, Thomas had a serious motorbike accident that killed him for 12 minutes.. Thankfully for the quick response his life was saved and after spending 7 weeks in a coma and the next 3 years with intense rehab Thomas made a mira…

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2. | Porgey | From NRL to Underground and a Relationship Breakdown 1:10:26

3+ y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

On this episode of The FIFO Show we sit down with our good mate Porgey! The Perth born and raised Underground Sparky shares with us a bit of his life, from starting out as a Melbourne Storm recruit, transitioning to become an Electrician, the highs and lows of having his first child, and the mental challenges of going through a separation while wor…

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1. | Brett & Sheena | Getting to know us 50:58

3+ y ago50:58

50:58

This is the first ever episode of The FIFO Show! For this episode we thought it would be a nice to give our new listeners an opportunity to get to know us a little bit, from growing up at opposite ends of Australia, to starting work in FIFO, how swiping right brought us together and to travelling Australia. We also give a brief explanation of why w…

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Episode 5-Chris Wilson- Ipro Australia 40:31

4+ y ago40:31

40:31

Chris Wilson is the Managing Director of IPRO Australia, he uses Saliva Biomarkers to measure stress and first line defence immunity and is Creating a behavioural change movement by mapping stress. After a 7 year stint in FIFO on the rigs in the North Sea as an 18 year old man Chris recognises the issues the industry can create and knows how hard i…

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Episode 4- Sam Parker-Grab Life By The Balls 22:47

4+ y ago22:47

22:47

Sam Parker is the Founder of Grab Life by the Balls, a proactive Mental health movement making a positive difference to mens mental health before shit hits the fan. Sam discusses the creation of the movement the reasons why and how he shares his approach to FIFO camps across Australia. You can Find Sam at: Facebook: Grab Life By the Balls Instagram…

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Episode 3-Lachlan Samuel-Open Up Podcast Host 20:21

4+ y ago20:21

20:21

Lachlan Samuel is a FIFO survivor, after his own battle with depression and attempting to take his own life he walked away to start Open_Up Podcast to help others who feel alone or misunderstood like he did. This has also lead to speaking about lived experience as well as facilitating mental health workshops. You can Find Lachlan at: LinkedIn - Lac…

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Episode 2 -Blase Grinner -The Mindfit Gym 31:41

4+ y ago31:41

31:41

Blase Grinner is a Transformational Coach, Mens Group Innovator, Facilitator of Retreats and Workshops and a Speaker. Owner of Experentia- Adventure Company CoFounder of CMB Meetups (Conscious Mind Brotherhood) and MAB Life Adventures A former Construction Supervisor in the FIFO Industry that went through his own struggles and walked away to find h…

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Episode 1 -Danny Watkins- Boss Transformations 30:14

4+ y ago30:14

30:14

Danny Watkins is a personal Trainer from the Sunshine Coast of Australia specialising in sustainable Body Transformations. He was a former officer in the Merchant Navy and a FIFO worker on offshore oil and gas for 14years. With a passion for life and to help people overcome their own battles after he tragically lost his brother to suicide, Danny sh…

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Episode 21 - Mental Health on FIFO; Nature or Nurture? 51:08

5y ago51:08

51:08

How bad is the Mental Health problem on FIFO? And is it the product of the environment or the people? Tune into this weeks episode to learn everything there is to know about mental health and FIFO with the leading FIFO Psychologist Sandra Lam from FIFO Focus.

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Long-Term Success in Mining - with Dani Tamati 49:23

5y ago49:23

49:23

Tune into this weeks episode of the FIFO Fit podcast show to hear from the leading lady of the mining and resource sector Dani Tamati. With over 25 years experience, winning countless awards and running the biggest name in recruitment, hear what Dani has to say about how to stay relevant in the mining industry!…

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How to Save A Life with Andrew McMahon 42:49

5y ago42:49

42:49

Tune in to this weeks podcast to hear from the CEO of MATES in Mining Andrew McMahon about the devastating statistics surrounding suicide and what steps we can take to help out a MATE who might be doing it tough! MIM LIFELINE: 1300 642 111

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The Future of Mining with Peter Finn 41:30

5y ago41:30

41:30

What are some of the biggest challenges and biggest innovations to hit the mining and resource sector in the next 10 years? Tune in to this weeks episode as we interveiw Peter Finn of Face Contracting to find out!

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DEXA Scans and BMI with Nikki Newton 36:21

5y ago36:21

36:21

Whys is BMI a waste of everyones time and what are DEXA scans and why are the considered the "gold standard" of body composition tracking? Learn all this and more in this weeks episode!

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The King of Hydration - Chopper from Essential Plus 31:37

5y ago31:37

31:37

Chris Hopper from Essential Plus Australia talks about his journey working 10 years on FIFO as a HSE coordinator to developing a product to solve the greatest threat to our heath onsite - dehydration.

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Earning Your Place - Interveiw with Vanessa Carley 23:17

5y ago23:17

23:17

Competiting in professional bodybuilding competitions and being a mine rescue volunteer while earning her place on site everyday is just scratching the surface of Vanessa Carley!

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Are You Wasting Your $$$ On Supplements? 17:03

5y ago17:03

17:03

Whats the best protein powder? And do you even need one? Find out where you should be putting your hard earned cash to get the biggest bang for your buck!

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Master Your Relationships on FIFO - With Pam from FIFO Love 32:17

5+ y ago32:17

32:17

Struggling to stay connected with your loved ones back at home? Find out how to turn the distance on FIFO into a strength and rekindle your relationships on this weeks episode of the show.

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Invest In Yourself - Interveiw with Paul Smith 34:18

5+ y ago34:18

34:18

From being known by everyone as "Grumpy" to now having control over his emotions, discover the challenges Paul went through on FIFO that lead him to discover a whole new path in life.

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The Mental Health Crisis In Mining 39:25

5+ y ago39:25

39:25

In this podcast we go deep into understanding the statistics around suicide in the mining community, current intervention methods and proposed intervention methods to help solve the problem.

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FIFO Life - The App That Almost Died 23:27

5+ y ago23:27

23:27

Tune in as we interveiw Andrew Hendrie the creator of the FIFO Life app as he tells us how the idea of his app came about and how he navigated through development hell!

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How To Survive the Holidays 8:31

5+ y ago8:31

8:31

Latest episode of FIFO Fit

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The Unsung Heros of FIFO - Interveiw With FIFO Head/Sous-Chef Dennis 14:08

5+ y ago14:08

14:08

What's life like behind the scenes as a FIFO Chef on site? Discover the commonly overlooked challenges by the unsung heroes of FIFO.

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How To Get Your Mind Right On FIFO 15:21

5+ y ago15:21

15:21

Do you struggle with staying consistent? Do you beat yourself up when things don't go perfectly to plan? Tune in and learn how to get your mind right!

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Emergency Response Team - With Guest Matt Masters 28:46

5+ y ago28:46

28:46

What is an ERT and what does it take to be one? Tune in and learn from one of Australias leading Emergency Response and Mine Rescue Trainers Matt Masters

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Interveiw with FIFO Nurse 24:16

5+ y ago24:16

24:16

Ambo hot laps, sexist goats and how to take better care of yourself on a mine site.

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Your Health Is An Ethical Issue 16:24

5+ y ago16:24

16:24

While FIFO has some real challenges, your excuses are still bullsh*t. It's time to start taking responsibility

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[FIFO Fit] What Do You Mean You Want To Be "Fitter"? 13:10

5+ y ago13:10

13:10

Learn the 3 critical steps to get started and ensure success on your health and fitness journey while on FIFO

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[FIFO Fit] Get More Energy on FIFO 37:44

5+ y ago37:44

37:44

Learn about the 5 Easiest Ways to get more energy while on FIFO

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[FIFO Fit] Who Am I? And Why FIFO Is An "Energy Trap" 28:49

5+ y ago28:49

28:49

This is the very first episode of the FIFO Fit podcast, the show that gives you the tools to master your fitness and energy on FIFO!

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Episode 18: What does Success look like 5:33

7y ago5:33

5:33

Using Lego Serious Play, I answer the question: What does success look like. Be sure to check out my Facebook or Instagram to see the 3D Metaphorical model I have constructed.Door Juggling FIFO

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Episode 17: My Biggest Strength 8:17

7y ago8:17

8:17

Day 3 of my Lego Serious Play challenge focusing on answering the question - What is my biggest strength and how this helps me living the FIFO lifestyle.Door Juggling FIFO

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