{"podcast":{"title":"Hearts & Mines","slug":"hearts-mines-7053309","podcast_index_feed_id":7053309,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/heartsandmines/feed.xml","website_url":"https://heartsandmines.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19412507/Hearts_Mines_Template_FINAL_COVER_Artahp06.jpg","author":"ivy & gecko","episode_count":42,"summary":"Not just another mining podcast... Hearts & Mines won’t be reporting on share prices, production guidances or the latest advances in mining technologies. Instead, we’ll be showcasing the achievements, practices and insights of company directors and executives who are passionate about improving the human experience within the industry. Join us as we explore this often underrated but critical aspect of mining. Our guests will share personal stories and experiences that are rich in substance and instructive for our own development. These are the captivating stories of mining people who understand the value of leadership in engaging stakeholders and improving workplace culture. With your hosts Alana Bray–White & David Beilby, stay tuned for insightful discussions and inspiring stories! Also if you would like to tell your story and join the conversation, please contact us at info@ivyandgecko.com.au to register your interest. Hearts & Mines is recorded at Hush Connective studios in Perth Episodes produced by Angela Vitalich Guest scheduling by Carol Wilson Host David Beilby Co host Alana Bray–White Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in ’Hearts & Mines’ are those of the podcast…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-08T04:17:13.734940+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hearts-mines-7053309"},"episode":{"title":"From Net Zero to World First: Darren Stralow on Building Bellevue Gold from the Ground Up","slug":"from-net-zero-to-world-first-darren-stralow-on-building-bellevue-gold-from-the-ground-up","published_at":"2026-05-24T22:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hearts-mines-7053309/from-net-zero-to-world-first-darren-stralow-on-building-bellevue-gold-from-the-ground-up","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hearts-mines-7053309","url":"https://heartsandmines.podbean.com/e/from-net-zero-to-world-first-darren-stralow-on-building-bellevue-gold-from-the-ground-up/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tqagc5m35s6quqcv/Mines_41_Final5zkcd.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Darren Stralow, MD & CEO of Bellevue Gold. Over four years, Darren has led Bellevue through one of the most ambitious journeys in modern Australian mining, from exploration project to the world's first net zero gold producer, built from the ground up as a single-asset company. Far more than a gold story, this conversation is a masterclass in leadership, culture, resilience and people. Darren reflects candidly on navigating the inevitable challenges of building a mine, what it really takes to retain and inspire a high-performing team, the dance floor versus balcony philosophy of great leadership, and why doing the right thing by the environment turned out to be brilliant business. Whether you work in mining, resources, or any people-driven organisation, the lessons here are universal. Darren Stralow 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-stralow-88158432/ David Beilby 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbeilby/ Alana Bray-White 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/alana-bray-white-8b4478219/ ivy & gecko 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivy-gecko Timecodes: 00:00 Gold Versus Printing Money 00:52 Bellevue Update 03:08 Net Zero Goldmine 07:03 Early Life Roots 08:51 School Mines Years 12:33 Switching Off 14:06 Sports And Leadership 16:19 Leadership Essentials 23:00 Trust Through Visibility 25:12 Storytelling That Sticks 28:35 Stories That Teach 29:32 Empathy And Fair Judgement 30:13 Trust And Communication Filters 31:42 Board Versus Executive Leadership 33:27 Stakeholders License To Operate 35:04 Incentives And Retention 36:49 Values Beyond Money 38:25 Three Cs Of Engagement 39:17 Culture Is 100 Small Things 40:56 Making Values Real 43:40 Mining Industry Challenges 44:31 Exploration And Red Tape 46:47 Rapid Fire Re…","meta_description":"In this episode of Hearts & Mines, David sits down with Darren Stralow, MD & CEO of Bellevue Gold. 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