#22- Sam Delaney

From Nevada's desert mines to Alaska's frozen frontiers, miner Sam Delany has lived the grind, the laughs, and the life of underground mining. In this candid conversation, Sam shares how he broke into mining after years in welding and construction, the culture shock of moving north, and the realities of camp life on a 28/14 rotation. Packed with underground stories, raw safety lessons, and even a few hilarious shower stories, this episode goes beyond the paycheck to reveal the modern miner.   Tune in and Brass in at miningmindsllc.com  Chapters:  00:56 Dedication to Desmond Keller 03:27 From Welding to Construction to Mining 05:57 Breaking into Nevada Mining 11:06 First Underground Experiences 19:01 Transition to Alaska & Camp Life 23:52 Beards, Benefits, and Differences in Alaska Mining 37:11 Showers, Stories, and Underground Camaraderie 38:20 Hardest Jobs Underground & Mining Hazards 44:41 Future Goals Mining, Family, and Barbecue Dreams 46:53 Life on a 28/14 Schedule 50:35 Camp Food, Fitness, and Quality of Life 57:14 Stress, Safety, and Managing Risk