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Hosted by Scott Briscoe and Ahmad Saleem · science · EN
What really makes a discovery? This isn’t another podcast about the next big deposit or the person who “called it.” This is a journey into the human side of discovery —the stories behind the core sheds, drill pads, and field maps. We talk to the people who make exploration work: core loggers, drillers, project geologists, senior geos, and everyone in between. Through honest, unfiltered conversations, we explore the emotions, lessons, failures, team dynamics, and quiet wins that rarely make it into the headlines. We ask: what does a truly successful exploration team look like? How much of discovery is science, and how much is intuition, collaboration, or even chaos? If you’ve ever wondered whether our industry really understands what drives discovery—or if we’re missing the bigger picture—this podcast is for you. Real people. Real stories. Real discovery.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWhat really makes a discovery? This isn’t another podcast about the next big deposit or the person who “called it.” This is a journey into the human side of discovery, the stories behind the core sheds, drill pads, and field maps.
The Discovery Files is hosted by Scott Briscoe and Ahmad Saleem. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "#18: Andover #2 Eleanore Dowling" (15 December 2025, 55 minutes), "#17 Cove-McCoy Helen Zone #3 Rick Streiff" (22 October 2025, 30 minutes), and "#16 Midas #2 Rick Streiff" (13 October 2025, 24 minutes).
The Discovery Files publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 18 episodes.
Booking probability for The Discovery Files is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Discovery Files requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Discovery Files's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Discovery Files are Mining & Drilling Services and Metal Mining. The Discovery Files has a science audience.
Scott Briscoe and Ahmad Saleem hosts The Discovery Files, a science podcast with 18 episodes published.
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Episode #18
<p>In this episode, Eleanore Dowling shares her journey in geology, from her early experiences in data entry to her current role in lithium exploration with the Andover discovery. She emphasizes the importance of...
Episode #17
<p>In this episode, Scott Briscoe interviews Rick Streiff, who shares his experiences in the mining industry, particularly focusing on the Cove deposit and the challenges of downhole contamination. Rick discusses the...
Episode #16
<p>In this episode, Scott Briscoe interviews Rick Streiff about his experiences at the Midas deposit in Nevada. They discuss the challenges faced during early drilling, the importance of structural geology, and the...
Episode #15
<p>In this episode, Scott Briscoe interviews Rick Streiff, a seasoned geologist with extensive experience in mining and exploration about the Wharekirauponga discovery at Waihi in New Zealand. Rick shares his journey...
Episode #14
<p>In this episode, Scott Briscoe interviews Ken Coleman, a seasoned geologist with extensive experience in mineral exploration, particularly in Nevada. They discuss Ken's journey in geology, starting with his early...
Episode #13
<p>In this episode, Scott Briscoe and Ahmad Saleem interview Jeff Nichols about his experiences during the discovery of what would become the Helen zone at Cove McCoy. Jeff shares insights into the challenges of data...
Episode #12
<p>In this episode of Discovery Files, Scott Briscoe interviews John Marma, a geologist with a rich family history in mining. John shares his journey into geology, his experiences at the Midas deposits, and the...
Episode #12
<p>In this episode of Discovery Files, Scott Briscoe interviews John Marma, a geologist with a rich family history in mining. John shares his journey into geology, his experiences at the Midas deposits, and the...
Episode #11
<p>In this episode, Scott and Ahmad reflect on the first ten episodes of their podcast, discussing the diverse perspectives shared by guests and the complexities of decision-making in the discovery process. They explore...
Episode #10
<p>In this episode, Dale Sanderson shares his journey as a geologist, discussing the importance of exploration, mentorship, and team dynamics in the mining industry. He reflects on his experiences at St. Ives, the...
<p>Our first video episode, if you'd like to watch on video search for The Discovery Files on youtube! https://youtu.be/bULDgcbhFzM In this conversation, Nick Tate shares his extensive experiences in mineral exploration...
Episode #8
<p>Aaron Megas shares his journey from a graduate geologist at Gold Fields to becoming a principal geologist, highlighting the excitement and challenges of working in exploration. He reflects on the importance of...
Episode #7
<p>In this conversation, Paul Smith shares his journey in the mining industry, focusing on the Andover Discovery and the transition from nickel to lithium exploration. He discusses the challenges faced during the...
<p>In this conversation, Julian Woodcock shares insights from his extensive career in geology, focusing on the importance of connections, the challenges of people management, and the dynamics of team interactions. He...
<p>In this conversation, Julian Woodcock shares his journey as a geologist, discussing how connections and opportunities shaped his career. He emphasizes the importance of community engagement and social license in...
Episode #4
<p>In this conversation, Mark Roux shares his experiences and insights from his journey in resource geology, particularly focusing on the Invincible project. He discusses the personal growth he experienced, the...
Episode #3
<p>This conversation with Steve Radford delves into the experiences and challenges faced by the geological services team during the Invincible drilling project, highlighting the importance of team dynamics, logistics...
Episode #2
<p>In this conversation, Ayesha shares her journey as a geologist working in the St. Ives Gold Camp in Western Australia. She discusses her early experiences, the challenges faced during exploration, and the importance...
Episode #1
<p>In this episode of the Discovery Files, Scott Briscoe and Ahmad Saleem explore the multifaceted nature of discovery in the fields of science and exploration. They discuss the complexities of defining discovery, the...
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