Responsible Raw Materials Podcast

In this episode, we speak with Louise, an environmental and social leader in mining, about her journey from growing up in an Australian coal community to working across 50+ countries - and ultimately finding her place in the raw materials sector. Driven by a desire to create real-world impact, she shares why she moved from development and consultancy into operations, joining Thor Explorations as it grew into gold mining in Nigeria. Louise discusses what responsible mining looks like in

In this episode, Sarah Gordon speaks with Laura Mallabone, a chemical engineer turned risk and sustainability specialist, about the critical role of risk management in shaping responsible mining. From her early career in engineering and insurance to working within major mining companies, Laura shares how her perspective evolved - and why integrating risk across organisations remains one of the sector’s biggest challenges.  The conversation explores how decisions are really made in mining, and why

In this episode, Sarah Gordon speak with Josephine Weston about the future of mining, sustainability, and the energy transition.Originally from Perth, Jo shares her journey into environmental engineering and discusses the growing importance of mine rehabilitation, cultural engagement, and collaborative decision-making across the mining sector.We also explore the Capital Matters initiative - a program bringing together leaders from across the industry to tackle project inefficiencies, encourage open

The Responsible Raw Materials podcast explores the systems, decisions, and people behind the materials that underpin modern life. Hosted by geologist and sustainability specialist Sarah Gordon, this series takes a deep dive into the complex, interconnected world of raw materials - spanning mining, recycling, agriculture, finance, policy, and community impact.From the buildings we live in to the technologies driving the energy transition, raw materials are essential, yet often overlooked or discussed